Art

More than 750 people attended the live auction and dinner Sept. 21 and the Quick Draw on Sept. 22.

Gunpowder is not a widely used art medium, but this Wyoming artist's 'explosive' technique will make you rethink standard art conventions.

The collection is now on display as a new exhibition, "Papel Chicano Dos: Works on Paper from the Cheech Marin Collection," at the University of Wyoming Art Museum.

Over the last two weeks, multiple Wyoming galleries have had numerous pieces of art work stolen that exceeds over $115,000 in value.

Police say it's unknown if the thefts are connected.

Students were chosen for the project based on art interest and aptitude.

While other industries at a state or local level may suffer at the behest of larger market forces, the appeal of a thriving local arts scene can weather the storm and provide much-needed tax dollars as other revenue streams shrink.

Laramie's Pop-Up Artwalk is funded in part by a grant from the Wyoming Arts Council.The Laramie Main Street Alliance provides additional support.

An exhibit featuring work from the UW Lab School is on display.

The exhibits will run through May.