The arts are alive and well in Parker with a nice variety of locally owned shops featuring handmade items as well as places to go to make your own and we are lucky enough to have both a Hobby Lobby, Guiry’s, and Michaels for you power crafters out there.
We love supporting local artists so take a look at some local Etsy artists here.
Do it Yourself Arts in Parker
Board & Brush
10490 Dransfeldt Rd Unit 104, Parker, CO 80134
Phone: (720) 791-2700
Parker Art School FKA Monart
10490 Dransfeldt Rd Suite 103, Parker, CO 80134
720-717-5900
A plethora of art classes is available through the Town of Parker Recreation Department and the PACE Center.
I highly recommend taking a class with Tadashi! He teaches you to let go of rules and enjoy yourself while you create art. He teaches a monthly class for beginners and intermediate artists. Click here for more information.
Art Supplies in Parker
Shop Michaels Online
11425 South 20 Mile Road
Parker, CO
(303) 840-5891
Now Available! Buy Online Pick Up In-Store. Free Same-Day Pickup is Available On Many Items.
Michaels hosts classes in jewelry making, cake decorating, and all sorts of free activities for kids every weekend. Signups are usually located near the front door. You can shop online and use the coupon too.
Joanne’s
9090 East Phillips Place
Centennial, CO
303-799-1741
Mon-Sat 10 am-6 pm
Sun 12 pm-6 pm
(They are doing an excellent job of sanitizing, shields by cashiers & mask-wearing).
Skip the Shipping! Buy Online & Pick Up In-Store at JOANN!
Guiry’s Parker
16534 Keystone Blvd
Parker, CO 80134
Guiry’s has a LARGE selection of Fine Art supplies and usually an artist on staff if you are confused about what to buy for your project.
Hobby Lobby
10901 South Parker Road
Parker, Colorado
(303) 840-1845
Hobby Lobby has a classroom with classes in Painting and other arts, ask the manager for more information.
I STRONGLY recommend downloading the Hobby Lobby & Michaels App to your smartphone. That way you always have the coupons with you.
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Local Arts Organizations
Parker Artists Guild
The mission of the Parker Artist Guild is to advance the development of fine arts in the community. To accomplish this the Guild offers instructional demonstrations, workshops, and opportunities to promote all forms of fine art.
