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SUMMARY:Nocturne Art at the Monument
DESCRIPTION:Please join our Community Artist in Park\, Cedar Keshet for an evening of exploring nocturne art and sky gazing at Saddlehorn Picnic Area. A moonlit night can bring peaceful quiet and mystery. Both feelings are evoked in nocturnes\, or paintings depicting nightfall lit by the moon\, stars and lamplight.    \n\n\n\nWe will be creating simple nocturne artwork with supplies provided. No previous art skills are required\, just a willingness to have fun and try a new activity.  Cedar Keshet was raised in the desert of southern New Mexico\, where riding horses and sketching the landscape shaped her deep connection to the land. Inspired by the colors\, light\, and vast skies of the west\, she paints both outdoors and in the studio\, using oils.  \n\n\n\nPlease help support CNMA! Your donation directly supports CNMA programming and helps advance the mission of the National Park Service by providing meaningful special events\, presentations\, and educational opportunities that connect our community to the Colorado National Monument. Donate to CNMA.  \n\n\n\nDetails: \n\n\n\n\nDate & Time :  Friday\, May 1st\, 7:00 pm \n\n\n\nLocation: Saddlehorn Picnic Area   \n\n\n\nRegistration: RSVPs will open April 1st- Risk forms must be signed prior to the event \n\n\n\nCost: Free and open to all – no payment required to participate. Optional Support: If you’d like to support CNMA programming like this\, we suggest a donation of $10 – this is completely optional. \n\n\n\nBring: Headlamps\, (We want to keep it night sky friendly\, no big lights\, please.) Camp chair! Bug spray\, jacket or sweater\, reflective clothing or safety vest\, any portable art supplies you would like\, but not necessary\, dinner or snacks and water.  \n\n\n\n\n Note: Park passes are required. Carpooling is encouraged. The event may be cancelled or postponed due to the weather.
URL:https://coloradonma.org/event/nocturne-art-at-the-monument-05-01-2026/
LOCATION:Saddlehorn Picnic Area\, Saddlehorn\, Fruita\, CO\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Artist in Park
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SUMMARY:Sunset Plein Air Painting with our Community Artist in Park
DESCRIPTION:  \nEnjoy the golden hour with Monica Esposito while she paints live on location\, capturing the vibrant colors of the Monument’s iconic red rock canyons and desert vistas. Guests are invited to bring their own sketchbooks or paints—or simply come to watch\, chat\, and take in the scenery. This will be an open house type of event. You may come and go as you please.   \nMonica Esposito is a fine art artist and registered nurse located in Grand Junction\, Colorado. Receiving her Bachelor of Fine Arts degree with a concentration in painting from the University of Texas in 2001. She has spent her life exploring the western landscape for her inspiration and credits the art and life of Georgia O’Keeffe as one of her strongest influences.   \nDetails:  \nDate: Friday\, September 5th \nTime:6:00 PM – Sunset  \nLocation: Saddlehorn Picinic Area parking lot  \nWhat to Bring:   \n\nLawn chair or blanket \n\n\nWater and snacks or picnic dinner \n\n\nYour own plein air setup (optional) \n\n\n Sun umbrella or canopy (optional) \n\nNote: Park passes are required. Carpooling is encouraged. The event may be cancelled or postponed due to the weather. 
URL:https://coloradonma.org/event/sunset-plein-air-painting-with-our-community-artist-in-park/
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SUMMARY:Nocturne Art at the Monument
DESCRIPTION:Join local artist\, Cedar Keshet for an evening of exploring nocturne art and sky gazing at Saddlehorn Picnic Area parking lot. A moonlit night can bring peaceful quiet and mystery. Both feelings are evoked in nocturnes\, or paintings depicting nightfall lit by the moon\, stars and lamplight.     \nWe’ll be creating simple nocturne artwork with supplies provided by our artist\, Cedar Keshet. No previous art skills are required\, just a willingness to have fun and try a new activity. If you would like to make a donation to Cedar for her art supplies\, please Venmo her @PleinAirCedar . \nIt will be the New Moon on the 23rd of August which will provide perfectly dark skies—ideal for stargazing! We’ll be sharing our space with the National Park Service’s Night Sky Program\, so come ready to explore the wonders of the night sky through expert-led activities\, telescope viewing\, and more. Please park on the far east side of the parking lot to reduce light pollution.  \nDetails:   \n\nDate : August 23rd\nTime: 7:30 pm- 10:00 pm\n\n\nLocation: Saddlehorn Picnic Area  parking lot. We’ll be sharing the space with the Night Sky program. Please park on the east side of the parking lot.   \n\n\nRegistration: Risk forms must be signed prior to the event.   \n\n\nBring: Headlamps\, (We want to keep it night sky friendly\, no big lights\, please.) camp chairs\, bug spray\, jacket or sweater\, reflective clothing or safety vest\, any portable art supplies you would like\, but not necessary\, dinner or snacks and water.  \n\n Note: Park passes are required. Carpooling is encouraged. The event may be cancelled or postponed due to the weather. 
URL:https://coloradonma.org/event/nocturne-art-at-the-monument-8-23-2025/
LOCATION:Saddlehorn Picnic Area\, Saddlehorn\, Fruita\, CO\, United States
CATEGORIES:Talks & Presentations
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SUMMARY:Sunset Plein Air Painting with Our New Community Artist in Park
DESCRIPTION:                                                          \nEnjoy the golden hour with Monica Esposito while she paints live on location\, capturing the vibrant colors of the Monument’s iconic red rock canyons and desert vistas. Guests are invited to bring their own sketchbooks or paints—or simply come to watch\, chat\, and take in the scenery. This will be an open house type of event. You may come and go as you please.  \nMonica Esposito is a fine art artist and registered nurse located in Grand Junction\, Colorado. Receiving her Bachelor of Fine Arts degree with a concentration in painting from the University of Texas in 2001. She has spent her life exploring the western landscape for her inspiration and credits the art and life of Georgia O’Keeffe as one of her strongest influences.  \nDetails: \nDate: July 20th \nTime: 6:00 PM – Sunset \nLocation: Saddlehorn Picinic Area parking lot \nWhat to Bring:  \n\nLawn chair or blanket\n\n\nWater and snacks or picnic dinner\n\n\nYour own plein air setup (optional)\n Sun umbrella or canopy (optional)\n\nNote: Park passes are required. Carpooling is encouraged. The event may be cancelled or postponed due to the weather.  \n \n 
URL:https://coloradonma.org/event/sunset-plein-air-painting-with-our-new-community-artist-in-park7-20-2025/
LOCATION:Saddlehorn Picnic Area\, Saddlehorn\, Fruita\, CO\, United States
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SUMMARY:Nocturne Art at the Monument
DESCRIPTION:Join local artist\, Cedar Keshet for an evening of exploring nocturne art and sky gazing at Saddlehorn Picnic Area. A moonlit night can bring peaceful quiet and mystery. Both feelings are evoked in nocturnes\, or paintings depicting nightfall lit by the moon\, stars and lamplight.   \nWe will be creating simple nocturne artwork with supplies provided. No previous art skills are required\, just a willingness to have fun and try a new activity.  \nDetails: \n\nDate : June 11th at 7:30 PM \nLocation: Saddlehorn Picnic Area \nRegistration: Risk forms must be signed prior to the event. \nBring: Headlamps\, (We want to keep it night sky friendly\, no big lights\, please.) reflective clothing- safety vest\, bug spray\, camp chair\, jacket or sweater\, any portable art supplies you would like\, but not necessary\, dinner or snacks and water.\n\n Note: Park passes are required. Carpooling is encouraged. The event may be cancelled or postponed due to the weather.  \n 
URL:https://coloradonma.org/event/nocturne-art-at-the-monument-6-11-2025/
LOCATION:Saddlehorn Picnic Area\, Saddlehorn\, Fruita\, CO\, United States
CATEGORIES:Talks & Presentations
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SUMMARY:Group Paint Out - 2024 Monuments and Canyons Plein Air Event
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Plein Air Group Paint-Out as part of the 2024 Monuments and Canyons Plein Air Event. Artists will gather to capture the beauty of Colorado National Monument through plein air painting. Come and experience the magic of art in the making! \nThis is an opportunity for artists to create in the inspiring outdoors and a chance for the public to see art come to life in real-time. \nVisitors are welcome to walk around\, watch the artists at work\, ask questions\, and learn about their techniques. It’s a wonderful way to connect with artists and gain insight into the plein air painting process. \nLearn more about the 2024 Monuments and Canyons Plein Air Event here. \n*Entrance fees apply
URL:https://coloradonma.org/event/group-paint-out-2024-monuments-and-canyons-plein-air-event-2/
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SUMMARY:Astronomy Night
DESCRIPTION:Meet at Saddlehorn Picnic Area to bring your journey of exploring and learning about our night skies through telescopes and programs. \n\nIf driving\, please arrive before the start of the event. Parking is limited & carpooling is advised. The parking area closes at 9:30pm to prevent headlights from interfering with the program and visitor’s night vision. Locations to other parking will be provided.\nIf walking\, point flashlight/headlamp towards the ground if red lens isn’t used.\nBringing pets is not recommended due to safety concerns.\nBring a chair and insect repellent for your comfort.\n\nThis is a weather permitting event\, subject to be canceled.
URL:https://coloradonma.org/event/astronomy-night-2/
LOCATION:Saddlehorn Picnic Area\, Saddlehorn\, Fruita\, CO\, United States
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SUMMARY:Astronomy Night
DESCRIPTION:Meet at Saddlehorn Picnic Area to bring your journey of exploring and learning about our night skies through telescopes and programs. \n\nIf driving\, please arrive before the start of the event. Parking is limited & carpooling is advised. The parking area closes at 9:30pm to prevent headlights from interfering with the program and visitor’s night vision. Locations to other parking will be provided.\nIf walking\, point flashlight/headlamp towards the ground if red lens isn’t used.\nBringing pets is not recommended due to safety concerns.\nBring a chair and insect repellent for your comfort.\n\nThis is a weather permitting event\, subject to be canceled. \nPhoto by David Smith
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