Exhibits & Events
The following performances and events are made possible by the generosity of the City of Rock Springs, Sweetwater BOCES, and the Wyoming Arts Council.
Celebrate the 85th anniversary of the Sweetwater County School District's art collection on display at the Community fine Arts Center. Refreshments by the district's culinary arts students and the 18th annual Community Show at the CFAC.
Each year, we celebrate the local artists with a themed exhibit, and this year it will be "Indian Paintbrush." Sweetwater County artists of all ages can participate in any medium. We do have a few standard guidelines but we want to see your creativity! Entry Form here!
Wow! Paul Taylor is back for the 30th year! A school residency with Australian artist Paul Taylor will provide a unique learning experience for the students. Paul has been teaching students about Australian customs, music, dance and storytelling in Sweetwater County schools for nearly 30th years and provides an exciting opportunity for the children to experience another culture. The residencies are on a yearly rotation in our school district and has been supported through grants and funds from Wyoming Arts Council, Sweetwater BOCES, and Sweetwater County School District #1..
Local artist David von Metz has been exploring digital art and how AI can be a tool in his creative work. Acrylic paintings sometimes embelished with hardware will also be exhibited. Reception on Saturday, November 2 at 2 pm. November 2 - December 28.
Primarily this will be an exhibit of current work in acrylics of wildlife and birds, with some explorations in abstract landscapes. Debora started at the CFAC October 1, 2000 and feels the time has come to focus on developing her art and spend time with family. More to come.
A reception is tenatively scheduled for January 4 at 2 to 4 pm.
Each year we display a selection of the students' artwork from each school in Sweetwater School District #1. This is in celebration of Art and the accomplishments of the youth in our community!
TENATIVE SCHEDULE
February 4 - 15
• Desert View Elementary School & Farson/Eden School
February 18 - March 1
• Walnut & Stagecoach Elementary Schools
March 4 - 15
• Sage, Northpark Elementary Schools, & Desert School (Wamsutter)
March 18 - 29
• Eastside Elementary School
April 1 - 12
• Pilot Butte Elementary School
April 15 - 26
• Rock Springs Junior High School
• Reception – Wednesday, April 16, 5:30 to 7 p.m.
April 30 - 18
• Rock Springs & Black Butte High Schools
• Reception – Wednesday, April 30, 5:30 to 7 p.m.
"We are a community of photographers in Sweetwater County, WY. We currently meet monthly at the White Mountain Library.
The mission of the SWC Photography Club is to provide a place for photographers to meet on a monthly basis, get to know each other, learn from our peers and share our love of photography."
Reception TBA.
The CFAC strives to provide a variety of art-related activities including classes and workshops for the community.
A is for Art classes for 2nd - 4th grade students.
Please preregister as space is limited for these free classes.
Each Tuesday from October 1 through November 19. 4 to 5 pm in Ferrero Room.
Open Knitting
Each Thursday, 4 – 6 pm; Frae Hay Room
Beginners and experienced knitters welcome. Learn new techniques with a dedicated community of fiber enthusiasts.
Art Chat
Wednesday, second Wednesday of each month at 6 pm; CFAC
Artists of all levels are invited for an informal conversation on art, being an artist, and sharing ideas and upcoming shows and competitions.
Please feel free to contact us for more information. We are also interested in finding new individuals who can teach in a number of different art techniques and styles.
Thank you for your interest in the Arts!
Department of the Sweetwater County Library System