Oliver Pattison

documentary photography

two people kissing, sillhouetted by the light of a projector, at Fine Arts Center

art in community

As a part of my Art Emerging project, these are scenes of people in Colorado Springs at gatherings, performance spaces, and arts venues building community together.

Relationships between people are essential to building a richer and more successful arts community. We need people showing up, supporting artists directly, being generous with their time and resources, sharing their creativity, and being inclusive of new perspectives.

Jasmine Dillavou performing at Kreuser Gallery at a live event, Sound Seance
five people crowded around a microphone on a low table, using hand-made instruments at a performance event
close up of two people moving their hands together in unison while collaborating, smiling
two people kissing, sillhouetted by the light of a projector, at Fine Arts Center
artist Wendy Mike presenting her work at an artist talk at Kreuser Gallery
Matt Chmielarczyk presenting a photo book at True North Gallery in Colorado Springs
Matt Chmielarczyk presenting a photo book at True North Gallery, focus on hands, monochrome