Michelle Allen at the Denver Cherry Creek Art Festival

A Weekend at Cherry Creek

Last month, I had the privilege of exhibiting my original artwork at the Cherry Creek Arts Festival in Denver. It was my first time participating in the festival, and it truly was an honor to be included among so many talented artists.

Michelle Allen at Denver Cherry Creek festival

One of my favorite parts of events like this isn't just sharing my work- it's meeting the people who stop to look a little longer, ask thoughtful questions, tell me what a painting reminds them of, or share a story of their own. Those conversations are a good reminder that art doesn't really come alive until someone connects with it.

Creating artwork is often a pretty solitary process, so spending a weekend talking with collectors, fellow artists, and people simply curious about what I do was energizing in the best way. I came home feeling encouraged, inspired, and even more excited to get back into the studio!

Michelle Allen at Denver Cherry Creek festival

Thank you to everyone who stopped by my booth, whether you took home a painting, shared a kind word, or simply spent a few minutes visiting. It was a memorable weekend, and I'm grateful to have been a small part of it.

xoxo-Michelle