The 5 Best Artists Around Grand County

Art has always been more than decoration. It’s storytelling, protest, and connection — sometimes all in the same brushstroke. According to a recent Americans for the Arts survey, 77 percent of adults agree that the arts make their community a better place to live. In Grand County, the talent runs deep, from mountain-inspired abstracts to hand-thrown pottery that seems to echo the curves of the Rockies themselves. The Best of Grand contest highlights just how much artistry shapes the local culture.

Beryl Harden || Royal Mountain Arts

Beryl Harden’s work at Royal Mountain Arts captures the grandeur of alpine landscapes with a unique balance of boldness and restraint. Her portfolio reveals a love of the high country, with pieces that bring the drama of peaks and valleys into focus while leaving space for contemplation. Whether in painting, mixed media, or sculpture, Harden’s art speaks to the quiet power of Colorado’s terrain and the people who call it home.

Amanda Guffey || Artemis Moon Creations

Amanda Guffey, founder of Artemis Moon Creations, channels both whimsy and wonder into her handmade jewelry and art. Her designs often draw from celestial themes, using stones, metals, and intricate patterns to create pieces that feel both mystical and approachable. Through her work, Guffey invites her audience to embrace beauty in the small details, much like spotting a hidden constellation on a clear Winter Park night.

Shannon Foley Henn || Uptripping

At Uptripping, Shannon Foley Henn blurs the line between gallery and lifestyle. Her art and curated space are known for being vibrant, edgy, and unapologetically bold. From contemporary pop culture icons to mountain-town motifs, Henn’s creations are infused with color and humor. It’s the kind of art that dares viewers to smile, think differently, and maybe even take home a piece of that playful perspective.

Josh Warren || Bearded Pottery

Josh Warren, the artist behind Bearded Pottery, turns clay into stories. His ceramics balance functionality with artistic flair, offering everything from mugs and bowls to sculptural pieces. Each creation feels rooted in tradition while still pushing boundaries through unexpected textures and designs. Warren’s work demonstrates how something as humble as a coffee mug can become a daily ritual of beauty.

Marjorie Cranston || Jackstraw Mountain Gallery

Marjorie Cranston of Jackstraw Mountain Gallery has long been a fixture in Grand County’s creative scene. Her gallery space brings together regional art with a refined sensibility, showcasing both her own creations and those of fellow mountain artists. Cranston’s work embodies a deep respect for natural forms, weaving together themes of wilderness, memory, and craftsmanship.

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