Old Colorado City's 2007 First Friday ArtWalk is gearing up for its eighth event of the year on Friday, December 7. A special HOLIDAY ARTWALK is planned to coincide with your holiday shopping needs. All 12 participating art galleries-Chrystina's Gallery, Cucuru Cafe Gallery, Pine Creek Art Gallery, Arati Artists Gallery, Calabash, Squash Blossom, Hunter-Wolff Gallery, Envi, Wayne Lambert Gallery, Alpenglow Photography, Gold Leaf, and Tara C. Patty Photography-invite you to visit their special collections and enjoy a festive evening for the last time in 2007.

During these sponsored events, you can meet locally and internationally recognized artists, enjoy holiday music, and sample special treats. This is the last event until April 2008 that art enthusiasts can witness the unveiling of special collections, participate in opening receptions, or "meet the artist" face-to-face. Guest artists are available to discuss what inspires their creativity or other topics about techniques, styles, subject matter, etc. Gallery owners and staff members are ready to help with purchases and invite questions about art and the artists.

Come enjoy the charm of Old Colorado City. Holiday ArtWalk starts at 5 p.m. and ends at 8 p.m. Put on those walking boots and come meet some friends, savor a wonderful meal along the Avenue, and enjoy exploring the wide variety of art available at each gallery. Happy Holidays and we look forward to having you join us again in April 2008!