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Family Ties: Continuing the Creative Legacy

January 15 – March 29, 2026

Arvada Center for the Humanities and the Arts, Colorado

(MAIN & UPPER GALLERY)

Family Ties: Continuing the Creative Legacy exhibition, curated by Collin Parson, celebrates the unique bonds that shape artistic legacy. Through the work of twenty creative families whose practices are shaped by their familial connections, Family Ties highlights the powerful interplay of nature and nurture in shaping each person’s creative journey. A broad spectrum of creative practices is represented, spanning visual arts, filmmaking, brewing, choreography, architecture, music, and more. The exhibition explores the intricate relationship between family and creative expression, showcasing how skills, values, and visions are passed down across generations.

Participating Families

Tyler, Monica, Anise, and Quinn Aiello | Barbara and Kevin Baer

Herbert, Javan, and Koko Bayer | Margaret, Gail, Cristine, Alex Boyd, Zachary Boyd-James, and Eli Lynch

Diane Cionni and Jonah Amadeus | Jim and Evan Colbert

Sally and Katie Elliott | Gayle and Eli Gerson

Robert and Jamie Gray | Kim Harrell and Beatrice Drew

Jim, Nathan Havey, and Alysha Havey Burney

Jose and Emilio Lobato | Steven, Wes, Ryan, and Kenzie Magyar

Tsogo Mijid, Eriko, and AnuJen Tsogo | Yoko and Kyoko Ono

Tony Ortega, Sylvia Montero, and Cipriano Ortega

Eliel, Loja, Eero, Lily Swann, Susan, and Eric Saarinen

Julius and Araan Schmidt | Charles Sink, Ann Breese White, and Mark Sink

Bernice, Mel, Ben, and Daniel Strawn

The Family Reunion (Opening Reception)

Thursday, January 15, 2026 | 6–9 p.m.

Join participating artists Cipriano Ortega, accompanied by live music from his band Los Lo Los, and a beer tasting led by Ramblebine Master Brewer Eli Gerson. Free and open to the public!