2026 Spring Member Show & Sale

2026 spring Member Show & Sale | April 16 – 19

Don’t miss the LAA Spring Member show!

Members of the Louisville Art Association are showcasing their finest work in this year’s exhibition, judged by the talented John Taft. Come experience an inspiring collection of artwork — and don’t forget to cast your vote for the People’s Choice Award!

The show is held at the Louisville Center for the Arts, a beautifully restored, turn-of-the-century red brick schoolhouse that has long served as a beloved community gallery. Its historic charm and elegant gallery spaces make it the perfect setting to enjoy local art.

All of the pieces on display are available for purchase, so you just might find the perfect piece to take home.

Make a day of it! While you’re here, stroll through downtown Louisville, where you’ll find inviting art galleries, shops, and restaurants that add to the creative spirit of the town.

Gallery hours vary, so be sure to check the schedule under the Gallery Hours tab before you visit.

Not an LAA member? Join now.

‘Paula Fossum – People’s Choice Award

OPENING RECEPTION

Friday, April 17 6:00pm-8:00pm
Awards ceremony at 7:00pm

GALLERY HOURS

Thursday, April 16: 11:00am-6:00pm
Friday, April 17: 11:00am-8:00pm
Saturday, April 18: 10:00am-6:00pm
Sunday, April 19: 10:00am-4:00pm

Louisville Center For The Arts
801 Grant Ave.
Louisville, CO 80027

Louisville Center for the Arts

John Taft

Originally from western New York, the Rocky Mountain west caught John’s eye over multiple trips across this great country during his college years at Art Center College of Design in Pasadena, California.  John worked as a designer/art director in the television industry for 18 years in L.A., Minneapolis, and primarily in New York City. The growing artistic call eventually led John in 2004 to leave New York, and move to Colorado with his young family to pursue painting. 

John quickly established himself in the art world. He has had multiple solo shows, has been in numerous national shows, including the Coors Western Art show in Denver, New York’s Salmagundi Club’s American Masters show, and multiple Oil Painters of America National shows where he has won several awards, including two Gold Awards. In 2022, his painting, “Thunder Run”, was added to the permanent collection at the Museum of Western Art in Kerrville, Texas. He has been the subject of feature articles in both Southwest Art Magazine and Western Art and Architecture

John lives in Longmont and is represented in Colorado by Claggett-Rey Gallery in Edwards, and Ballard Fine Art in Sheridan, Wyoming.

The 2026 Spring Member Show and Sale is the first member show of the year and is a chance to show what you have created over the last few months.

This show is not a juried show. We have space for 105 pieces of artwork. Open to all LAA members who have paid dues for the year 2026.

Prior to registering, please read the prospectus carefully as there are many changes from last year. Registration is open until April 2 or until all spots are filled, whichever comes first.

If you need help figuring out your Art ID for your pricing labels and inventory forms, click the “What is my art id” button below and submit. Your Art ID will display and you can choose to have an email sent to you with your Art ID.

This year one piece per entry is allowed. You must upload your image at the time of registration. If we don’t have enough pieces by the deadline, additional registrations will be allowed for the artists that have already registered for a $10 fee. Your $10 fee allows one extra piece in the show (no extra bin work).

Please name your image file in the following format: Last name-Title

Registration constitutes agreement to the following:

  • Waives any claim for damage or loss against the Louisville Art Association and the
    City of Louisville.
  • LAA retains a 20% commission on all sales
  • LAA may photograph artwork for publications and promotional purposes
  • LAA will collect and remit sales tax

To register, please fill out the below information.

Registered Artists: 10
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After you click the submit button, your credit card will be charged and you’ll be redirected to a page to upload your image(s).
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The star means multiply.
  • Lisa Baird

The virtual show will be up on Thursday, April 16th.