Colorado is chock-full of noteworthy art exhibits, galleries and museums. And this weekend marked yet another major installation for the state – one that’s as colorful and unexpected as it is stunning and significant. Now through June 30th, Golden’s Foothills Art Center plays host to the Chihuly Glass exhibit. The exclusive selection of Venetian inspired pieces from world-renowned glass artist Dale Chihuly is equal parts opulent and impressive. Chihuly Venetians: The collection showcases over 45 works from Chihuly’s most innovative and unusual series inspired by art deco Venetian art, the highlight being the famous Laguna Murano Chandelier that has five elements with over 1500 separate pieces of glass. The exhibition also features a number of Bottle Stoppers, Putti and Piccolo Venetian glass vases, as well as Chihuly’s original drawings related to his Venetian glass pieces. The museum is open daily, with docent-guided tours by appointment. Foothills Art Center, 809 Fifteenth Street, Downtown Golden, Colorado 80401, Ring 303.279.3922, http://www.foothillsartcenter.org
While you’re there…
While you’re in Golden, saunter to Baby Doe’s, one of our favorite, authentic Colorado boutiques. Amongst Nancy Taylor-Mason’s curated collection of apparel, accessories and gifts is a limited edition showcase of glass artisan goods, in celebration of the Chihuly exhibit at the neighboring Foothills Art Center. View and shop from more than six Colorado-based lines, ranging from Boulder’s Julie Powell who creates gorgeous cuffs and jewelry, to Elizabeth Johnson, who creates realistic, hand-sculpted glass “berries” and fruits. Baby Doe’s, 1116 Washington Avenue, Golden, CO 80401, Ring 303.279.8100, http://www.babydoesclothing.com
There’s something infinitely special about the silver screen. Couple that with sweeping mountain views, live music, luxury resorts and world-class skiing, and you have the makings of something that even Hollywood couldn’t replicate. We’re speaking, of course, of the Vail Film Festival. Now in its 9th year, the festival draws an international crowd of budding and established filmmakers, actors, producers and directors to Colorado’s famed ski town for a celebration of all things cinema. For four star-studded days, movie buffs can take in screenings, tributes, panels and parties. Past attendees and honorees have included big names like Kate Bosworth, Olivia Wilde, Michael Imperioli, Josh Lucas and Jesse Eisenberg and 2012 is shaping up to be equally impressive. With over 60 screenings, it’s a movie-lover’s haven. Films like The Eye of the Storm (Geoffrey Rush) and Life Happens (Krysten Ritter) dot the festival’s lineup, as well as concerts from the likes of Sara Bareilles. Passes range from a $75 screening pass to an all-access $750 patron pass. 9th Annual Vail Film Festival, March 29th – April 1st, www.vailfilmfestival.com.
With tomorrow’s game fast approaching, we are taking a moment to showcase a little bit of orange and blue style that’s fit for any fashionista.
Here, our favorite looks, sips and styles that will have you Tebowing in no time.
Sip: Agent Orange
Forget the beer…get glam with this fab concoction.
- 1 oz Canadian Whiskey
- 1 oz Bourbon Whiskey
- 1 oz Apple Schnapps
- 1 oz Vodka
- 1 oz White Rum
- 1 oz Triple Sec
- ½ oz Grenadine
- 2 oz Orange Juice
- Slice of Orange to Garnish
Fill Martini Glass or Shaker with Ice. Add ingredients and shake. Strain into glass, garnish with orange.
Wear: Thakoon Fox Fur Jacket
This high fashion fox fur bolero jacket is perfectly blue and orange for the fashionable fan. Available at Due in Vail Village, Ring 970.476.1667.
Accessorize: Sequin Bangles
A delicate wing pattern threads a bold, bright-hued bangle marked by sparkling accents and a glossy finish. Available at Nordstrom, Cherry Creek.
Nosh: Orange Cupcakes
Makes 12 cupcakes
Ingredients
1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature- 2/3 cup granulated white sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon of pure orange extract
- Zest of 1 orange
- 1 1/2 cups all purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) milk
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees and lightly butter or line 12 muffin cups with paper liners.
- Place the sugar and orange zest into the bowl of your mixer and blend until moist and fragrant. Add in butter and beat until light and fluffy. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in the vanilla and orange extracts.
- In a separate bowl whisk together the flour, baking powder and salt.
- With the mixer on low speed, alternately add the flour mixture and milk, in three additions, beginning and ending with the flour. Scrape down the sides of the bowl.
- Evenly fill the muffin cups with the batter and bake for about 18-20 minutes or until nicely browned and a toothpick inserted into a cupcake comes out clean. Remove from oven and place on a wire rack to cool. Once the cupcakes have completely cooled, frost with icing.
Cream Cheese Frosting
Ingredients
- (1) 8 ounce package of cream cheese; room temperature
- 2 tablespoons of butter; room temperature
- 1 tablespoon of shortening
- 1 teaspoon clear vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cup confectioners sugar; add more to reach desired consistency
Directions
- Combine cream cheese, shortening and butter in the bowl of a stand mixer and mix until smooth, creamy and well blended.
- Blend in the vanilla extract.
- Slowly add the confectioners’ sugar until you reach the desired consistency.
