Create Art & Tea

Durango, Coloradoalternative space
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About

Create Art & Tea stands out as a distinctive alternative space in Durango that offers a refreshing departure from traditional gallery experiences. This venue combines artistic programming with a welcoming, intimate atmosphere that invites visitors to slow down and engage with contemporary work in a more casual setting. As an alternative space, Create Art & Tea operates outside the conventional gallery model, making it an ideal destination for those seeking something different from the typical art viewing experience. The venue's fusion of creative expression and the social ritual of tea creates an environment where art becomes part of a larger experience rather than something to view from a distance. Visitors to Create Art & Tea can expect to encounter diverse artistic practices and experimental exhibitions that reflect the venue's commitment to supporting emerging and established artists. The programming here tends to favor work that challenges conventional aesthetic boundaries and encourages active viewer participation and interpretation. Rather than following a strict curatorial vision, the space appears designed to showcase art that resonates with its community and invites dialogue between artists and visitors. This approach means that each visit might reveal entirely different artistic visions, from visual installations to performance-based work, creating an evolving calendar of exhibitions that keeps the space dynamic and worth returning to throughout the seasons. The atmosphere at Create Art & Tea cultivates a sense of accessibility and comfort that distinguishes it from more formal art venues. The integration of tea service into the gallery experience transforms a visit into a more social, unhurried affair where conversations about art happen naturally alongside refreshment. This setting encourages visitors of all backgrounds and experience levels to engage with contemporary art without feeling intimidated or pressured. The intimate scale of an alternative space typically means you will encounter work in a more personal way, often with opportunities to connect directly with artists or other visitors who share an appreciation for experimental and innovative creative practice.

Current Exhibitions

CurrentGroup Exhibition

Voices Inside My Head

Tad Smith, Larry Bourland, Multiple local poets

An innovative mixed-media exhibition pairing visual art with poetry and interactive AR technology

Starting February 1, 2025
Curated by: Larry Bourland
paintingpoetryaugmented realitymixed mediacontemporary art+1 more

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