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Manitou Art Center

(719) 685-1861

We cultivate an inclusive and resilient creative economy of people and resources through active participation and outreach.

Opens January 3, 5-8pm

Artist Statement

Brie Varney is an oil painter who uses geometric shapes and lines to explore landscapes and still life subject matter. Her “stained glass” approach is locally known and is consistent with her need to rationalize and simplify the world.

Artist Bio

Brie’s work has been exhibited in several galleries throughout the Colorado Springs area. Her artistic influences include Vincent van Gogh, Jacoba van Heemskerck, Larisa Aukon, and Piet Mondrian.

Growing up in Northern Virginia, she started drawing and painting as a child. Later she explored black and white photography and figure drawing. She holds a Bachelor’s of Science in Electrical Engineering with a minor in Art & Design from North Carolina State University and has studied under local artist Chris Alvarez. She moved to Colorado Springs in 2006 where she worked as an electrical engineer for over 13 years until she left to pursue oil painting more seriously.

Brie currently lives in Colorado Springs with her husband and three children. When she isn’t painting, she enjoys distance swimming, reading, hiking, playing ice hockey, and a good gin and tonic.

There is an ongoing Call for Art for the Hagnauer Gallery. This is a juried show. Currently, we are taking submissions for 2026. Enter submissions HERE.

Your Neighborhood Art Center for 37 Years

Music, theatre, pottery, printmaking, and other loud, slightly dangerous, and intensely messy events happen here daily. Locals and tourists alike flock to our galleries, studios, exhibition space, and classrooms. Our spacious facilities can also accommodate events, conferences and offices. experiences are unlimited - how will you enjoy the MAC?

Hours of Operation

Tuesday to Thursday 10am to 6pm

Friday and Saturday 10am to 5pm

Sunday and Monday CLOSED

513/515 Manitou Ave, Manitou Springs, CO 80829

(719) 685-1861

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