Magic Valley Arts Council

Acrylic Painting Workshop
2025-09-09 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Boise) | Canyon Springs Extended Stay Marketplace, 1357 Blue Lakes Blvd N Ste 101, Twin Falls, ID, 83301, United States
What: Acrylic painting workshop led by Tausha Anderson
When: Tuesday, September 9 | 7-9pm
Where: Canyon Springs Extended Stay Marketplace, Suite 101 | 1357 Blue Lakes Blvd N
Cost: $35 / person | Click here for tickets.

Welcome to the Acrylic Painting Workshop!
Join us for a fun and creative evening at Canyon Springs Extended Stay (Suite 101) where you’ll unleash your inner artist! You will walk away with your own 5 by 7″ rendition of still life oranges.
During this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn various acrylic painting techniques from our talented instructor, Tausha Anderson. Tausha earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in 2011 and has taught many community-wide painting workshops. She is excited to lead this class! Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced painter, this event is perfect for anyone looking to explore their artistic side.
Materials will be provided, so all you need to bring is your enthusiasm and a willingness to create! Don’t miss out on this opportunity to relax and create a masterpiece to take home with you.
Spaces are limited, so be sure to reserve your spot today!

Open House: Self Portrait As...
2025-09-12 17:00 - 19:00 | Full Moon Gallery of Fine Art & Contemporary Craft, 195 River Vista Place, Twin Falls, ID, 83301, United States
Friday, September 12 | 5-7pm
Full Moon Gallery of Fine Art & Contemporary Craft
195 River Vista Place, 1st & 2nd Floors

Explore the essence of identity at the Open House for Self Portrait As…! Join us on Friday, September 12 from 5-7 pm, as artists share imaginative self-representations inspired by the many layers that make up who they are.
Enjoy light snacks and drinks, meet the artists, and experience a gallery filled with inventive explorations of self. We look forward to seeing you!
Featured Artists: Lunden Anderson, Kevin Brown, Chris Bunz, Ellie Burton, Kristy Caprai, Monica D’Angelo, Josie Dangerfield, Hillary Duenas, Mary Jo Frazier, Takwa Gordon, Yidan Guo, Kaishon Hamann, Jayva Hicks, Jihae Hang, True Leavitt, Jude Metzler, Derek Norsworthy, Walker Ostler, Sunny Pearl, Cassidy Sines, Laura Stewart, Trista Van Winkle, Phern Wright, & Mike Youngman,

Brett Reid with Rob Harding: The Folk Rock Era
2025-09-12 19:30 - 22:00 | Sligar Auditorium, 195 River Vista Pl,, Twin Falls, ID, 83301, United States
When: Friday, September 12 | 7:30pm (doors open at 7:15pm)
Where: Magic Valley Arts Council Sligar Auditorium | 195 River Vista Place, First Floor, Twin Falls, ID 83301
Cost: $15/MVAC Member, $20/Not-Yet-Members. Tickets available online below, or by calling our office at 208-734-ARTS (2787)
Hear the songs of Neil Young, Gordon Lightfoot, Cat Stevens, America, The Eagles, James Taylor, Bob Dylan, and many more legendary artists and bands, who blended folk and rock music to create songs that made music history. These classic tunes, performed by Brett Reid and Rob Harding, will transport you to a time when this music revolution captivated our country and the world. The Magic Valley Arts Council invites you to grab your tickets, kick back, and enjoy this unique performance experience.
Refund Policy: all ticket, table, or seat purchases are NON REFUNDABLE from date of purchase.

Second Saturday Art Class: Self Portrait as a Color Story
2025-09-13 10:00 - 12:00 | Magic Valley Arts Council, 195 River Vista Place, Ste 1, Twin Falls, ID, 83301, United States
Saturday, September 12
10:00 a.m. – Noon
Magic Valley Arts Council – 2nd floor classroom
Cost: $15 to MVAC members, $25 to Not-Yet Members
No experience necessary! Suitable for ages 14 and up.
Class size is limited for the best experience, sign up early to save your spot!
Register online below, call MVAC at 208-734-ARTS (2787), or stop in to sign up.

Second Saturday at the Full Moon Gallery presents Self Portrait as a Color Story with Leslie Lambert
A Beginner-Friendly Watercolor Class
Who are you in color?
In this playful and reflective watercolor class, we’ll explore how to express your inner world using color, shape, and brushstrokes — no portrait drawing required. Whether you feel like a quiet blend of blues or a joyful splash of gold, this class invites you to create a “self-portrait” that tells your story through color.
Designed for beginners, this two-hour session introduces basic watercolor techniques including washes, blending, and color mixing. You’ll be guided through a series of fun, expressive exercises before creating your final piece: an abstract or semi-abstract color composition that captures your mood, energy, or essence.
This class is perfect for anyone who wants to explore watercolor without pressure — and connect with their creative voice in a fresh, personal way.
All levels welcome — no prior painting experience needed. All materials provided

Refund Policy: all ticket, table, or seat purchases are NON REFUNDABLE from date of purchase.

2nd Saturday Art Class YOUTH | Bubblegum & Paper Portraits
2025-09-13 10:00 - 12:00 | Magic Valley Arts Council, 195 River Vista Place, Ste 1, Twin Falls, ID, 83301, United States
Saturday, September 13
10:00 a.m. – Noon (we will stop accepting walk-ins at 11:30am if classes are full)
Magic Valley Arts Council – Ground Floor
Cost: FREE for ages 18 and under
Join us for an exciting Second Saturday youth workshop! Kids 18 and under can join in to create unique self portraits with two different instructors. Mixed media such as paper, markers, crayons, and even BALLOONS will be used to create the masterpieces!
Parents, bring your little ones out for a morning of creativity—no registration required! Drop-ins are welcome until 11:30 AM. If the workshop is full when you arrive, we may ask you to explore the gallery upstairs while waiting 10-15 minutes for a spot to open up. Come join the fun and make your own self portrait!
Attendance is no charge, but we request that you RSVP online below or by calling 208-734-ARTS (2787) so we have an idea of how many kids to plan for.

Granite Rapids Moon - MVAC Fundraiser Film Nights
2025-09-14 14:00 - 16:00, 2025-09-15 17:30 - 19:30, 2025-09-15 19:30 - 21:30, 2025-09-16 17:30 - 19:30 | Lamphouse Theatre, 223 5th Ave S, Twin Falls, 83301, United States
What: Showing of Granite Rapids Moon, the first feature film to be completely filmed within the Grand Canyon
Where: Lamphouse Theatre – 223 5th Ave S, Twin Falls, ID 83301
When: Sunday, September 14 | 2pm
Monday, September 15 | 5:30pm (includes zoom Q&A from Writer/Director & Lead Actor) & 7:30pm
Tuesday, September 16 | 5:30pm (includes zoom Q&A from Writer/Director & Lead Actor)
Cost: Tickets are available at the Lamphouse Theatre – call 208-933-7469 for tickets or visit https://www.lamphousecinema.com/
A portion of the box office from this event will be donated to the Magic Valley Arts Council. Join us for a movie night and help to support independent cinema and local arts at the same time! IMPORTANT: Be sure to mention the Magic Valley Arts Council when you show and/or pick up your tickets at the box office.

Synopsis
A happily married father of two, shaken by a message written in a birthday card for his daughter, abruptly leaves his family for a week-long trek through the Grand Canyon. As we follow his solo hike, we see his memories of an earlier trip through the Grand Canyon with a different woman.
Shot with only the equipment that a cast and crew of eight could carry on two 41-mile hikes (one in 20-degree December and the other in 95-degree June), this family-friendly romantic drama is the first narrative feature to shoot the majority of its footage inside the rim of the Grand Canyon. The movie contains no nudity, sex, guns, violence, drugs, tobacco, or strong profanity.
Granite Rapids Moon stars Brit Morgan, John Charles Meyer, Susan Papa, Etienne Eckert, Micah Cohen, KylieRae Condon, and Missi Pyle. The film was written and directed by Kenneth Cran, and produced by John Charles Meyer and Susan Papa.

Director Statement
You cannot describe the experience of being in the Grand Canyon. You cannot; it’s just that simple. Artists paint it, photographers photograph it, musicians create music inspired by it. And filmmakers have attempted to capture it cinematically. But to experience it, you have to be in it. Nevertheless, I have now made my attempt to capture the emotionality of the Canyon by telling a story about characters on a journey through it. I first thought that I would shoot Granite Rapids Moon with an iPhone and a few actor friends. Guerilla filmmaking, no permits, no insurance, etc. That’s what I envisioned. The Grand Canyon was my favorite place in the world and my church, and it’s really impossible to take a bad picture there, so I felt I could be my own cinematographer and direct with the phone in my hand. But upon sharing my idea with actor friends John Charles Meyer and Susan Papa, the little experimental film that I wanted to make became something bigger. I trusted and respected both of my friends enough to turn over the producing duties to them, and they organized the production. Thus the years-long odyssey that is this film became a reality.
With Granite Rapids Moon, I hope some of those people who just make it to the rim and take a photo will see that the Grand Canyon is much more than a photo op; it’s a place of epic sublimity that has changed and shaped people and their own stories. And to tell this story, I relied on my 20+ years of experience hiking there to write the screenplay. What I always love about hiking the Canyon are the people I meet, and I have met some memorable characters. Hence, the characters in our film are inspired in part or in whole on the people that I have met and, at times, befriended. It’s also semi-autobiographical. The character John Curran is a version of myself, and he trusts the Canyon and respects it enough to make a thoughtful return journey after ten years. His desire to “leave no trace” is a dual message and truly oxymoronic. We are not supposed to leave proof (a trace of ourselves) that we were in it’s depths, and yet there is literally no way that we do not take a piece of the Canyon with us when we leave. For me, Granite Rapids Moon is a culmination of all those pieces I have taken.

Painting Water in Watercolor: From Still Pools to Roaring Waves
2025-09-18 - 2025-10-30 | Magic Valley Arts Council, 195 River Vista Place, Ste 1, Twin Falls, ID, 83301, United States
Painting Water in Watercolor: From Still Pools to Roaring Waves
with Leslie Lambert
Thursdays, September 18 – October 30 (no class Oct 2) | 5:30-7:30pm
$120 / MVAC Members
$150 / Non-Members (membership begins at on $25/year! Click here to join or renew your membership and save.)
Register online below, or call 208-734-ARTS (2787) to sign up!

Water is one of the most captivating—and challenging—subjects in watercolor. In this immersive class, we’ll explore the many moods of water, from the glassy stillness of a mountain lake to the crashing drama of ocean waves, and even the explosive energy of geysers. You’ll learn how to capture movement, light, and atmosphere while building confidence in painting everything from calm reflections to dynamic splashes.
We’ll cover techniques for:
· Painting reflections on still water
· Creating the illusion of depth and transparency
· Depicting ripples, waves, and surf
· Expressing movement and force in crashing waves and geysers
· Using color and value to create believable water scenes
Whether you’re drawn to serene landscapes or energized by nature’s power, this class will give you the tools and techniques to bring water to life on the page. Open to all levels.

Required Supply List (alternatively, you can buy a supply kit from the instructor for $85)
· Paper: 1 full sheet (22×30”) of 100% Cotton 140 lb cold press watercolor paper. I prefer Arches or Winsor & Newton. We will be doing quarter sheet (11×15”) paintings
· masking fluid (Winsor & Newton is best)
· #6 round brush with a good point
· #12 round brush and/or ½” cat’s tongue brush
· Scrub brushes (soft and hard)
· 2-3” hake brush
· pencil and kneaded eraser
· palette
· transfer paper
· ruling pen/straw
Paints:
o Cobalt Blue
o Winsor Blue (green shade), also called Thalo Blue or Intense Blue
o Burnt Sienna or Quinacridone Burnt Orange
o Winsor Yellow or Cadmium Yellow Light/Pale
o Raw Sienna (Winsor & Newton)
o Quinacridone Rose, also called Permanent Rose

Supplies not included in the watercolor kit (please bring):
· board to tape quarter sheet of paper on
· masking tape
· spray bottles (soft mist and one with a harder spray)
· paper towels
· water container
· old towel or cloth

About the Instructor

Leslie Lambert (also known as Leslie Redhead) is an award-winning artist, teacher, illustrator, and author known for her dramatic watercolors. Her art focuses on the combination of spontaneity and detail that watercolor has to offer. She continues to explore the possibilities and pushes the medium beyond its limitations to achieve luminous and incredible results.
Leslie’s paintings are in private and corporate collections worldwide. She has a Master of Education in Art Education and holds signatures with Northwest Watercolor Society (NWWS) and the Canadian Society of Painters in Water Colour (CSPWC). Leslie teaches painting and drawing at the University of Victoria in Victoria, BC and conducts workshops in Canada, the U.S., and Spain. She currently resides near Spokane, WA.
Her work is featured in Splash 10: Passionate Brushstrokes from the Splash: Best of Watercolor series, Leslie Redhead: the life of an artist, and Making It! Case Studies of Successful Canadian Artists. She is the author of Watercolor 365 and illustrator the children’s book, Island in the Salish Sea by Sheryl McFarlane. Leslie is represented by Horizon Fine Art in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, Trail’s End Gallery in Chewelah, Washington, and the Kube Gallery in Fort Langley, BC.
Refund Policy: all ticket, table, or seat purchases are NON REFUNDABLE from date of purchase.

Idaho Art Gallery - Downtown Meridian QUICK DRAW
2025-09-19 17:00 - 20:30 | Idaho Art Gallery, 830 N Main St Ste 110, Meridian, ID, 83642, United States
What: Art contest and celebration event
When: Friday, September 19 | 5pm – 8:30pm
Where: Downtown Meridian, Idaho (event is through the Idaho Art Gallery)
Cost: $20 / participant

To celebrate Meridian Art Week, Idaho Art Gallery is hosting an inclusive, community-centered, Quick Draw event that celebrates creativity, engages local artists of all skill levels, and highlights the vibrancy of downtown Meridian.
What is a Quick Draw?
A Quick Draw is a live art-making experience where artists create original works within a set time while the public watches. The finished pieces are offered for sale throughout the duration of the event, making it an exciting and fast-paced celebration of creativity.

Learn more and register online here: https://idahoartgallery.com/quick-draw/

Sunset Serenade - CSI Choirs & Jazz
2025-09-25 17:30 - 18:30 | CSI Fine Arts Center, 315 Falls Ave, Twin Falls, ID, 83301, United States
What: Performance by CSI Choir and Jazz students
When: Thursday, September 25 | 5:30pm
Where: CSI Campus Commons (between the Fine Arts & Taylor Buildings)
Cost: FREE!

Come enjoy an hour of feel-good music by the CSI Music Department!

Bruin Players Presents: Puffs: Or Seven Increasingly Eventful Years at a Certain School of Magic
2025-09-26 19:00 - 2025-09-30 21:00 | Roper Auditorium, 1615 Filer Ave E, Twin Falls, ID, 83301, United States
What: performance of ‘Puffs: Or Seven Incresingly Eventful Years at a Certain School of Magic’ by the Bruin High Players
When: September 26, 27, 29, &30 | 7pm (doors open at 6:30pm)
Where: Roper Auditorium, 1615 Filer Ave E, Twin Falls, ID 83301
Cost: $10 / Adults, $5 / K-12 students, $35 / Family of 6 . Tickets are available online here: https://www.successfund.com/5ggm9

The Bruin High Players will be performing Puffs: Or Seven Increasingly Eventful Years at a Certain School of Magic and Magic on September 26,27,29, and 30. As always, the doors to Roper will open at 6:30 PM and the show starts at 7 PM. Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for K-12 students, and $35 for a family of 6.
Puffs is a spoof of a story that takes place in a certain magical world where a certain boy wearing glasses with a special scar on his forehead is the star….but what happened to all the side characters while he was saving the world? Puffs answers that question and allows us to look at those seven years through the eyes of the “Puffs”… Does fate love or hate the side characters? This show is a hilarious family friendly comedy. If you love a certain wizarding world, you will LOVE Puffs!

Thousand Springs Festival of the Arts - TICKETS AVAILABLE
2025-09-27 10:00 - 18:00, 2025-09-28 10:00 - 17:00 | Thousand Springs State Park, 1205 Thousand Springs Grade, Wendell, ID, 83355, United States
Join us for Thousand Springs Festival of the Arts, Saturday, September 27 & Sunday, September 28, on picturesque Ritter Island!

Sponsored by Southern Idaho Tourism, Idaho Power Co., Idaho Central Credit Union, Edward Jones Financial Advisors, Wills Toyota, and TEC Distributing, you’ll enjoy live music on two stages, new work by more than 100 artists, interesting history and informational booths, and artisan demonstrators.

Indulge in fabulous food and beverages, scenic waterfalls, canoes & SUP rides, or a ride aboard a horse or mule drawn wagon – an adventure for the whole family!

NOTE: Thousand Springs State Park staff has advised that NO PETS are allowed on the island, other than registered ADA service animals. Please leave your pets (including ESAs) at home for this festival.
ADMISSION: $6 / Adults | $5 / Seniors (60+) | $3 / Children (ages 5-12)

Plan to park at the top of the Ritter Island Grade, and ride the bus down to the island. Tickets are available online below, or at the ticket booth at the bottom of the grade. Cash or card accepted! (please no contactless payments – there is no cell or internet coverage on the island and this payment method is not reliable). If you purchase your tickets online, please print and bring them with you to hand in at the gate.
Can’t wait to see you there!

Hearts Across the Valley: City of Jerome Call to Artists
2025-10-08 - 2025-11-03 | ID
DEADLINE TO APPLY: Monday, November 3rd – CLICK HERE TO APPLY
CALL TYPE: Public Art
ELIGIBILITY: Magic Valley Artists
PROJECT BUDGET (PER HEART): $2000
LOCATION: City of Jerome
PROJECT CONTACT: marielv@cbhhomes.com
Hello Creatives! We’re so glad you’re here!
ABOUT HEARTS ACROSS THE VALLEY
CBH Homes proudly presents CBH Hearts Across the Valley, a ground-breaking community experience celebrating connection across the Treasure Valley and beyond. Beginning Spring 2025, you’ll be invited to explore 30 uniquely designed hearts created by local artisans across 13 cities in southern Idaho.
OPPORTUNITY
We are looking for all types of artisans to create a bespoke heart and execute their design on our large 5ft by 5ft fiberglass heart sculpture for the City of Jerome. The Heart will be displayed in a public setting for all to enjoy. You and your design will also be featured on a website and interactive app for the duration of this 2 year project.
WHAT THE CITY OF JEROME IS LOOKING FOR
The City of Jerome invites talented artists who are from the city of Jerome or the Jerome County community to design an eye-catching heart sculpture inspired by the theme, “Our Roots, Our Stories.” This sculpture should embody the rich heritage and unique spirit of Jerome, offering a heartfelt reflection of the community’s lifestyle, history, and values. Artists are encouraged to
bring the theme to life in innovative ways, using their preferred medium to craft a design that resonates with Jerome’s distinctive stories and legacy.

Second Saturday Art Class: Painting Fall Leaves
2025-10-11 10:00 - 12:00 | Magic Valley Arts Council, 195 River Vista Place, Ste 1, Twin Falls, ID, 83301, United States
Saturday, October 11
10:00 a.m. – Noon
Magic Valley Arts Council – 2nd floor classroom
Cost: $15 to MVAC members, $25 to Not-Yet Members
No experience necessary! Suitable for ages 14 and up.
Class size is limited for the best experience, sign up early to save your spot!
Register online below, call MVAC at 208-734-ARTS (2787), or stop in to sign up.

Second Saturday at the Full Moon Gallery presents Painting Fall Leaves with Leslie Lambert
A 2-Hour Seasonal Workshop for All Skill Levels
Celebrate the beauty of autumn in this relaxed and inspiring watercolor class, perfect for anyone curious about painting — no matter your experience level.
In this two-hour session, we’ll explore the rich colors and organic shapes of fall leaves. You’ll learn how to layer washes, blend vibrant pigments, and add simple textures to bring your leaves to life. We’ll work on capturing the character of multiple leaf shapes — from crisp maples to curling oaks — using a loose and expressive watercolor style.
Whether you’re new to watercolor or returning to your creative practice, this class offers a fun, approachable way to enjoy the season and build your skills.
Come for the color — leave with a pile of painted leaves and a fresh spark of inspiration.
All materials provided No experience necessary — beginners welcome!

Refund Policy: all ticket, table, or seat purchases are NON REFUNDABLE from date of purchase.

2nd Saturday Art Class YOUTH | Petrifying Puppets
2025-10-11 10:00 - 12:00 | Magic Valley Arts Council, 195 River Vista Place, Ste 1, Twin Falls, ID, 83301, United States
Saturday, October 11
10:00 a.m. – Noon (we will stop accepting walk-ins at 11:30am if classes are full)
Magic Valley Arts Council – Ground Floor
Cost: FREE for ages 18 and under
Join us for an spooky Second Saturday youth workshop! Kids 18 and under can join in to create a playful spooky scene by making handmade puppets and their very own spooky haunted house puppet stage.
Parents, bring your little ones out for a morning of creativity—no registration required! Drop-ins are welcome until 11:30 AM. If the workshop is full when you arrive, we may ask you to explore the gallery upstairs while waiting 10-15 minutes for a spot to open up. Come join the fun and make your own self portrait!
Attendance is no charge, but we request that you RSVP online below or by calling 208-734-ARTS (2787) so we have an idea of how many kids to plan for.

Magic Valley Symphony - Friends and Family Favorites
2025-10-12 16:00 - 18:00 | CSI Fine Arts Center, 315 Falls Ave, Twin Falls, ID, 83301, United States
What: Fall performance of the Magic Valley Symphony
Where: CSI Fine Arts Building, 315 Falls Ave
When: Sunday, October 12 | 4pm – 6pm
Cost: $12/Adults, $10/Seniors, $6/Students. Tickets available online here: https://www.mvsymphony.org/

About the Event

Featuring the following soloists:

Pernecia Heinemann, Rachmaninoff, Rhapsody on a Theme by Paganini, Variation 18
Allison Bangerter, Grieg, Piano Concerto 1st movement
Hiroshi Fukuoka, Guilmant, Morceau Symphonique
Serena Clark & Rick Speicher, Handel, “As When the Dove Laments,” & “Let the Bright Seraphim”
Ben Britton, Glazunov, Alto Saxophone Concerto
Mark Shipley, Bloch, Suite Hébraïque, 1st Movement
Elizabeth Thomsen (trombonist!), Pryor, The Bluebells of Scotland
Michael Frew, TBA
Orchestral Finale, Marquez, Conga del Fuego

Tickets should be purchased online if possible. Seats are not guaranteed if you wait to purchase a ticket at the door. You may also call our Director of Development, Amy Toft, to reserve a ticket by calling 208-404-9670.

Fellowship Concert Series: Rick & Mary Kuhn
2025-10-13 19:00 - 21:00 | Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 160 9th Ave, Twin Falls, ID, 83301, United States
What: Rick & Mary Kuhn in concert
When: Second Mondays of the Month – October 13th 7–8:30pm Doors open at 6:30pm.
Where: Unitarian Universalist Fellowship 160 9th Ave E, Twin Falls, Idaho 83301
Cost: $15 suggested donation

THE FELLOWSHIP CONCERT SERIES PRESENTS: RICK AND MARY KUHN IN CONCERT
Rick and Mary have been a constant in the Twin Falls music scene – always playing covers.
However In the this concert, they will be performing songs they wrote and recorded throughout the years. Their songwriting spans many different genres, exploring their travels, heartache, love, and the variations of life in between.

Rick and Mary worked as full-time musicians for seventeen years, traveling extensively in 18 states, including Alaska and Hawaii, as well as 9 countries in Asia, the Caribbean, and Central America. They continue to play music in the Twin Falls community and are known for their vocal harmonies and rhythmic styling.

FMG Call for Entry: From Music
2025-10-14 - 2026-01-05 | Full Moon Gallery of Fine Art & Contemporary Craft, 195 River Vista Place, Twin Falls, ID, 83301, United States
Applications are open now for ‘From Music’
Application Window October 14 – January 5, 2026
Show dates are February 13 – April 3, 2026

The Full Moon Gallery is now accepting submissions for our next show From Music, a community art exhibition focused on the ways music inspires creativity.
We’re looking for pieces that are influenced by music in any form. That could mean artwork made with or from sheet music, pieces inspired by a favorite song or lyric, or event abstract works that reflect the feeling or rhythm of music. If your art connects to music in some way, we want to see it.
Whether you’re working in paint, collage, sculpture, fiber, or any other medium, this is a chance to share how music shows up in your creative process.

FMG Application Form

Application Information:

Application Window: October 14 – January 5, 2026
All 2D and 3D artists are encouraged to apply.
Each application may include up to 10 works, and you may apply up to 3 times for a total of 30 works submitted to the exhibit.
Works are reviewed by a Jury Committee, and all artists selected will be notified in writing on or before January 13, 2026

Important Dates:

Show Dates – February 13 – April 3, 2026
Applications Open – October 14 – January 5, 2026
Artist Acceptance Notification – on or before January 13, 2026
Installation Fees due – February 10, 2026
Artwork Delivery – February 10, 2026 from 11am – 5pm
Public Open House / Artist Reception – February 13, 2025 from 5-7pm

Fees:

Application: $20 per 10 works submitted. You may apply up to 3 times per exhibition, for a total of 30 works submitted per show.
Installation: $40 for MVAC Members, $48 for Not-Yet-Members (yearly MVAC membership begins at $25 – click here for more info) per 10 works accepted.
25% MVAC Commission on any works sold during the show.

All artwork will need to installation ready – framed (if applicable) with a suitable hanger on the back, gallery wrapped canvas with finished edge, etc. MVAC and all employees does not assume any liability for lost, stolen, or damaged artwork while on display. All artists are strongly recommended to carry liability insurance.

2nd Tuesday Watercolor Class - IWS
2025-10-14 10:00 - 13:00 | Magic Valley Arts Council, 195 River Vista Place, Ste 1, Twin Falls, ID, 83301, United States
What: 2nd Tuesday painting session
When: Tuesday, October 14
Where: Twin Falls Center for the Arts
What time: 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 or so
What to bring: Painting supplies and a painting friend.
Who can come: We welcome all painters to join us. Paint in whatever medium you like to use, and bring what you are working on.
Directions: Twin Falls Center for the Arts – MVAC classroom on the second floor.

Inktober!
There is a wonderful opportunity to do a daily painting in October.
Check out this website if you are interested in joining in the Inktober fun! https://inktober.com/
They provide a daily prompt that you can follow for a quick sketch every day.
It is a fun way to make a daily drawing practice happen.
Get started and bring along your collection of drawing to share what you have done so far.

What we will do: Let’s Experiment with Ink
1. What kind of ink or pens

Black ink or colored inks
Alcohol ink
Ballpoint Ink pens
Brush Pens
Other – you tell me!

2. What can you do with ink?

Paint with ink
Draw with ink
Experiment with acrylic inks
Try out alcohol ink
Endless possibilities…

What to Bring:

Ink: In you have ink of any kind, bring it. (No worries if you don’t have it – we will have ink for you to use.)
Paper Options to use with ink:

A sketchbook with watercolor paper,
or plain sheets of watercolor paper (140lb)
Colored paper
Or Multimedia art paper
Card stock
Yup paper
Other…experiment with what you have…

Who can come:
We welcome all painters to join us. Paint in whatever medium you like to use, and help our group grow by inviting a painting friend.

Also: In case you are wondering.
We were planning on doing gold leaf in the October session, but Linda had a conflict so we have moved that session to November!
Thanks Linda!

TIPS:

Idaho Watercolor Society: It is a good time to sign up for a membership in Idaho Watercolor Society.
If you sign up now the cost is $45 for the rest of this year and for 2026. (The fee is changing to $55 on January 1)
Sign up online at: https://www.idahowatercolorsociety.org/
Upcoming events IWS include:

Local membership events in South Central IWS including 2nd Tuesday painting
IWS members show and sale at the Rotunda
Annual Juried Show/and workshop.
Spring workshop
September Annual Meeting and watercolor workshop
And much more…

Magic Valley Arts Council: Support the Arts with a membership in MVAC. (Only $25)
MVAC provides opportunities for artists all year long with discounted rates for members.
Check out the current list of classes available at low cost!
MVAC has been a generous supporter of Idaho Watercolor Society painters and our 2nd Tuesday painting group for many years!
Check them out at: https://magicvalleyartscouncil.org/

Public Art Commission Opportunity - City of Rupert
2025-10-15 - 2025-12-20 | ID
The City of Rupert, Idaho (“City”) is seeking proposals from qualified artists or artist teams to design, fabricate, and assist in the installation of a permanent outdoor public artwork at the
prominent intersection of 7th Street and G Street, at the end of Fremont Avenue in the City. The City intends this monument to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence in 2026 and to celebrate the spirit, heritage, and shared values of the Rupert, Idaho community.
The City encourages proposals ranging from traditional sculptural monuments to modern or abstract works that speak to Rupert’s history, identity, and enduring American values of freedom, independence, and community pride.
Project Goals
 Honor the Nation’s Founding: Mark the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence with a lasting and meaningful public artwork.
 Celebrate Local Identity: Reflect Rupert’s history, culture, and values—whether agricultural heritage, pioneering spirit, or civic pride.
 Create a Landmark: Provide a visually striking, durable work of art that becomes a recognizable point of pride for residents and visitors while creating a cohesive element in the historic downtown.

Eligibility
This opportunity is open to professional artists, art vendors, and artist teams residing in the United States.
 Previous experience completing outdoor public art installations is preferred but not required.
 Artists of diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and artistic styles are encouraged to apply

Artwork Guidelines
The artwork should:
 Be permanent, durable, and low-maintenance, suitable for Idaho’s four-season climate.
 Be visible and impactful from a distance.
 Be safe for public interaction and able to be placed in the intersection without obstructing pedestrian or vehicle line-of-site requirements in the surrounding area.
 Include interpretive or educational elements if desired (plaques, integrated text, etc.).
The City is open to a wide range of artistic expressions: traditional figurative sculpture, abstract monumental art, or multi-material installations that meet the project’s commemorative purpose.

Budget
The City has identified $35,000 for this project; however, the final budget may exceed the amount depending on fundraising and the cost of the selected artwork.
This amount must cover all costs related to the design, engineering, fabrication, transportation, installation, artist travel, insurance, and any other expenses necessary to complete the project.

Proposal Submission Requirements
Interested artists must submit the following in digital format (PDF preferred) and delivered to Rupert City Hall by deadline of 12/20/2025.
1. Letter of Interest (1–2 pages)
o Describe your artistic vision, approach to commemorative or community-focused work, and why this project interests you.
2. Concept Sketches or Renderings
o Illustrative images of your proposed design (conceptual level acceptable at this stage).
o Indicate materials, size, and installation concept.
3. Budget Estimate
o Preliminary breakdown showing how the project would be completed within the available funds.
4. Timeline
o Proposed milestones from design to fabrication and installation, anticipating completion by mid-late 2026.
5. Resume / CV (for artist or team members)
o Include past public art commissions or relevant experience.
6. Portfolio of Past Work
o 5–10 images with descriptions (title, location, materials, budget, year completed).
7. References
o At least two professional references, is preferred, from someone familiar with your public art or large-scale project work.
Timeline
RFP Release: October 10, 2025
Proposal Deadline: December 20, 2025
Finalist Notification: January 2, 2026
Final Design Approval: February 15, 2026
Fabrication & Installation By Summer/Fall 2026 (Preferably July 4, 2026)
(Timeline subject to adjustment based on project needs, artist schedule and funding.)

Contact
For general questions, to request the full RFP, or clarifications about making application, please contact:
Kelly Arthur Anthon — kelly.anthon@rupert.id.us] | (208) 436-9600
Leslie Garner — leslie.garner@rupert.id.us] | (208) 436-9600
City of Rupert Administration

Magic Valley Gem Club - Gem & Jewelry Show
2025-10-18 09:00 - 18:00 | Sligar Auditorium, 195 River Vista Pl,, Twin Falls, ID, 83301, United States
What: MVGC annual gem & jewelry show
When: October 18 | 9am –
Where: Sligar Auditorium | Magic Valley Arts Council, 195 River Vista Place, Twin Falls, ID 83301
Cost: Free!

Come support local jewelry makers and silversmiths at the Magic Valley Gem Club’s Gem & Jewelry Show! Get a jump on your holiday gifting and shop the wares of talented local artisans. Located in the auditorium at the Magic Valley Arts Council. This event is free to attend!

Art Class: Beginning Bookbinding
2025-10-18 10:00 - 12:00 | Magic Valley Arts Council, 195 River Vista Place, Ste 1, Twin Falls, ID, 83301, United States
Saturday, October 18
10:00 a.m. – Noon
Magic Valley Arts Council – 2nd floor classroom
Cost: $20 to MVAC members, $25 to Not-Yet Members
No experience necessary! Suitable for ages 14 and up.
Class size is limited for the best experience, sign up early to save your spot!
Register online below, call MVAC at 208-734-ARTS (2787), or stop in to sign up.

The Magic Valley Arts Council presents Beginning Bookbinding with Kristy Caprai

Have you ever come across the most beautiful paper and wished it could be in your sketchbook? Do you often wish for a pocket-sized booklet that you can tuck in your bag, ready to capture any passing thought? Join us in Beginning Bookbinding to learn how to create a personalized sketchbook/travel journal and bring those ideas to life!
Students will learn how to make a notebook using the chain stitch binding technique, and you will keep the book you make in class. Learn about bookbinding tools including awls, proper thread, needles, hole punching jigs, and more. Leave with an instructional sheet after the workshop so that you can continue to make journals at home.
These books make great travel-sized notebooks or sketchbooks, are endlessly customizable, and make for a great personalized DIY gift!
Whether you’re new to bookbinding or have dabbled in the past, this class offers a fun, approachable way to enjoy the craft and build your skills.

All materials provided No experience necessary — beginners welcome!

Refund Policy: all ticket, table, or seat purchases are NON REFUNDABLE from date of purchase.

Arts on Tour - Johnny Cash & Neil Diamond Tribute
2025-10-18 19:30 - 21:00 | CSI Fine Arts Auditorium, 315 Falls Ave, Twin Falls, ID, 83301, United States
In a captivating tribute performance, one exceptionally talented artist brings to life the spirit of two musical legends – Johnny Cash and Neil Diamond. With a rich, resonant voice and commanding stage presence, Doug Allen Nash channels the raw, rugged energy of Cash, strumming iconic hits like I Walk the Line and Ring of Fire. Then, with seamless grace, he transforms into Diamond, delivering heartfelt renditions of classics such as Sweet Caroline and America. Through masterful vocals, authentic styling, and a passionate stage presence, Nash honors both icons, creating an unforgettable journey through decades of American music history – all in one mesmerizing performance.

Adults: $40, Senior: $36, Students: $32
Ticket purchase options:
Order online: Buy tickets now
Order by phone: Call (208) 732-6288
Purchase in Person:
CSI Fine Arts Center Box Office
315 Falls Avenue in Twin Falls
Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm
6:30pm-7:30pm on performance nights

Comics & Cartoons with Norman Shurtliff
2025-10-28 - 2025-11-11 | Magic Valley Arts Council, 195 River Vista Place, Ste 1, Twin Falls, ID, 83301, United States
Comics & Cartoons
with Norman Shurtliff
Tuesdays, October 28 – November 11 | 6pm – 8pm
$50 / MVAC Members
$60 / Non-Members (membership begins at on $25/year! Click here to join or renew your membership and save.)
Register online below, or call 208-734-ARTS (2787) to sign up!
This class is optimized for kids and kids at heart, starting at 10 years old!

Join Norman Shurtliff, author of the Skull Cat graphic novel series, as he guides you how to create your very own cartoon, comic, or graphic novel! Split across three weeks, each class will cover something new. By the end of the series, you will officially be a comic strip author/artist! You can work on the same comic throughout the series, or a new one each class.
Week one: Character Design

Learn Norman’s process for designing characters. See how he designed the characters from his graphic novel series Skull Cat. Design your own characters using his Ultra Super Stickman Deluxe method.

Week two: Story Design

Learn the steps of the three act story structure, and why planning your story is important. Learn how to find a story amongst all the world building we love to do. Write a basic story together.

Week three: Drawing Comics

Learn the steps to creating a comic book, like penciling, inking, and lettering. See behind the scenes of how Skull Cat was created. Create your own short story comic using a provided template or begin your epic graphic novel from scratch.

Open to all levels, ages 10 and up. All supplies provided.

Refund Policy: all ticket, table, or seat purchases are NON REFUNDABLE from date of purchase.

The Hello Girls - Twin Falls Theatre Collective
2025-10-30 - 2025-11-16 | Twin Falls Theatre Collective, 310 Main St, Filer, ID, 83328, United States
Join the cast of Twin Falls Theatre Collective in their production of THE HELLO GIRLS this fall!
When: October 30; November 1, 3, 6, 7, 8, 10, 14, & 15 | 7pm
AND November 2, 8, 9, & 16 | 2pm
There will also be a special FREE performance for Veterans on November 11.
Where: Twin Falls Theatre Collective (310 Main St, Filer, ID 83328)
Cost: $20/ea, purchase tickets online HERE: https://twinfallstheatre.com/tickets/

From New York to Paris, from ragtime to jazz, THE HELLO GIRLS chronicles the story of America’s first women soldiers in this new musical inspired by history. These intrepid heroines served as bilingual telephone operators on the front lines, helping turn the tide of World War 1. They then returned home to fight a decades-long battle for equality and recognition, paving the way for future generations. THE HELLO GIRLS was commissioned and premiered by NYC’s Prospect Theater Company to celebrate the centennial of these groundbreaking women.

Arts on Tour - CIRQUE KALABANTÉ
2025-11-01 19:30 - 21:00 | CSI Fine Arts Auditorium, 315 Falls Ave, Twin Falls, ID, 83301, United States
Inspired by daily life in Guinea, Cirque Kalabanté is a thrilling show by Yamoussa Bangoura that takes audiences on a breathtaking journey that shares the beauty, youth and artistry of African culture. A colorful performance beyond its scenery, costumes and staging, Cirque Kalabanté pulsates with energy and fills the theatre with a vibrant representation of strength, agility and the life joys of young Africans. Prepare to see acrobats executing gravity-defying moves while the contemporary sounds of live Afro-Jazz, percussion, and kora play from the stage. Immerse yourself in a universe of wonder, and prepare for an unforgettable journey.

Adults: $44, Senior: $40, Students: $36
Ticket purchase options:
Order online: Buy tickets now
Order by phone: Call (208) 732-6288
Purchase in Person:
CSI Fine Arts Center Box Office
315 Falls Avenue in Twin Falls
Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm
6:30pm-7:30pm on performance nights

Intro to Portraiture: Graphite Portraits
2025-11-06 - 2025-12-04 | Magic Valley Arts Council, 195 River Vista Place, Ste 1, Twin Falls, ID, 83301, United States
Intro to Portraiture: Graphite Portraits
with Jude Metzler
Thursdays, November 6 – December 4 | 6pm – 8pm
$65 / MVAC Members
$80 / Non-Members (membership begins at on $25/year! Click here to join or renew your membership and save.)
Register online below, or call 208-734-ARTS (2787) to sign up!

Intro to Portraiture will teach the elements of creating a portrait. Here you will learn how to draw eyes, noses, and mouths from different angles. In the end, combining all of those elements to create a portrait. After this class, students will be able to take away an understanding of facial structure, light value, and how to draw from reference.
We’ll cover specific techniques for:

light direction and source
shading and blending
creating values in black and white

Whether you’ve drawn portraits before or you are completely intimidated by the prospect, this is the class for you! Jude will break down the process into simple steps that can be applied to any portrait.
Open to all levels, ages 14 and up. All supplies provided.

Refund Policy: all ticket, table, or seat purchases are NON REFUNDABLE from date of purchase.
