Abend Gallery, 2260 E. Colfax Ave., presents: The Art of Sport, works by Dan Beck, Jim Beckner, Norman Cable, Raj Chaudhuri, Peggy McGivern, Carolyn Miller, Connie Renner, Robert Spooner and Ken Valastro, June 13-July 5. Opening reception, Fri, June 15, 5-9p.m.
     Info: www.abendgallery.com or 303-355-0950.

Andy Marquez Fine Art Photography Gallery, 2445 E. 3rd Ave., presents: The premiere of Here in the Holy Land, a new collection of work from Petra, Jordan-Jerusalem and Bethlehem, June 11-15. Includes a spectacular shot of Jerusalem skyline and shots from inside the dome of the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, where Jesus is believed to have died. Info: www.andymarquez.com or 303-797-6040.

Artists on Santa Fe Gallery, 747 Santa Fe Dr., presents: Something for Everyone ceramics, photographs, paintings and jewelry by resident artists, June 6-July 2. First Friday Gallery Walk, June 6, 6-9p.m. Info: 303-573-5903 or www.artistsonsantafe.com.

Art Students League of Denver, 200 Grant St., presents: Open Show, highlighting the work of League students, members and faculty, providing a window into the school, which uses the French atelier
(artist’s studio) method, applying the apprenticeship model of 19th century European academies. Ends June 25.
     Summer Art Market returns June 14 & 15, 10a.m.-5p.m., with affordable art from 200+ local artist, art demos, kids activities, live music and refreshments.
     Info: 303-778-6990 or www.asld.org.

Bell Studio/Gallery, 1573 S. Pearl St., presents: Red, White & Blue First Friday,  July 4, 4-8p.m. And Dung Donkey Debut   – Donkey sculptures on display in the garden of Mortgage West, to welcome the Democratic Convention to Green Denver.
     Also, work by gallery artists Susan Bell, Judy Babcock, Gail Boyd, Victoria Eubanks, Marie Foucalt-Phipps, Barb Hale, Ted Fons & Moki Steele. Info: 303-282-7343.

Brushstrokes Studio-Gallery LLP, 1059 S. Gaylord St., presents: Brushstrokes 5th Anniversary Show, works by Kit Hevron Mahoney, John K. Harrell and Anita Mosher.Info: 303-871-0800 or www.brushstrokesstudio.com.

Byers-Evans House Gallery, 1310 Bannock St., presents: Oil and Water Do Mix: A Father/Daughter Art Show featuring oils by plein air painter Jeanne Hougen and watercolors by commercial artist Barry Marler, through June 27. Info: 303-620-4933.

Camera Obscura Gallery, 1309 Bannock St., presents: Resplendent Light, color landscape photographs – including several large-scale pieces – by Christopher Burkett, opening Fri., June 13, with artist reception, 5:30-8:30p.m. Ends July 27.
     Through June 8: Zoriah: Baghdad & Beyond. Info: 303-623-4059 or visit www.cameraobscuragallery.com.

The Center for Visual Arts, 1734 Wazee St., presents: Changing Identity: Recent Works by Women Artists from Vietnam, the first major exhibition of women Vietnamese artists in the U.S., illuminating the marginalized viewpoint of females in that country. Through Aug. 2. Info: 303-294-5207, www.metrostatecva.org.

Chicano Humanities & Arts Council, 772 Santa Fe Dr., presents: El Corazon De La Mujer (The heart of a woman), a diverse body of work from a diverse group of women artists – Debra Huerta, Verlinda Quinones Rozales, Rebecca Rozales, Rebecca Salinas, Marie Valencia and Suzanna Vega.
     CHAC Norte: Pachuco – A Historical Update Recalling the 65th Anniversary of the Zoot Suit Riots, a juried art exhibit curated by Carlos Fresquez and Christine Blackburn. Chucas y Chucos Opening Reception Fri., June 6, 6-10p.m. Ends June 28. Info: visit www.ChacWeb.org or call 303-571-0440.

CORE New Art Space Cooperative Gallery, 900 Santa Fe Dr., presents: The Figurative Landscape, recent paintings by Jan Fordyce, and Paintings by Rolf Helland, Main Gallery; Stuart C. Andrews, The Annex. Through June 15.
     June 19-July 6: Bruce Clark & Sarah Haney, artists reception June 20,6-9p.m. The Annex: Rochelle Johnson.
     First Friday receptions June 6, July 4, 6-9p.m. Info: visit www.corenewartspace.com or call 303-297-8428.

The Denver Art Museum, 100 W. 14th Ave. Parkway, presents: Landscapes from the Age of Impressionism, 40 fine examples of mid- and late-19th century French and American landscapes from the Brooklyn Museum, including art by Claude Monet, John Singer Sargent, and Eugene Boudin, opening Sat., June 13.
     Gee’s Bend: The Architecture of the Quilt, showcasing the work, and underlying stories, of four generations of African-American quilters from Alabama, through July 6. Meet six of the quilters for discussion, spontaneous song, book signings and a quilt forum on Sat., June 7, 10a.m.-5p.m., and Sun., June 8, 1:30-5p.m.
     Amish & Mennonite Quilts from the Big Valley & Beyond – 12 recently acquired quilts – through July 13.
     Fuse Box: Bjørn Melhus, sinister video creations made from distorted daytime TV sounds and images.
     Closed Fri., July 4, and Mondays. Colorado residents visit for free on the first Sat. of the month. Info: 720-865-5000 or www.denverartmuseum.org.

Denver Botanic Gardens, 1005 York St., presents: Urban Nature, street murals and paintings by urban artists Lady Pink, Mac, Amanda Marie, Elisabeth Bunker, Javier Flores, Delton Demarest, Dread, Sophie Fernandez, Jolt, Mission, Adam Moorhead, Todd Robinson, Ian Rumley and Wiser.
     Japanese Paintings, Prints and Pages, original wash paintings by Koichi Kawana and woodblock prints by Nisaburo Ito, rare books on Japanese gardens and gardening, suisekis (Japanese art rocks), through June 29 in Gates Garden Court.
     Info: visit www.botanicgardens.org or call 720-865-3500.

Denver Public Library – Central, 10 W. 14th Ave. Pkwy., presents: Colorado Artists Guild 80th Anniversary Show, featuring works of 33 artists, through July 31 on the fifth floor. Info: www.denverlibrary.org.

Eron Johnson Architectural Antiques, 389 S. Lipan St., presents: Creativity Explored Group Art Exhibit, featuring figurative and abstract work by 24 artists with developmental disabilities, through June 30. Info: 303-777-8700. Find out more about the non-profit arts center at www.creativityexplored.org.

Fascination Street Gallery, 315 Detroit St., presents: Michael Godard, in person, June 6 & 7. From album covers (Dishwalla) to animated martini olives, Godard’s art has earned him fans the world over.
     Coming July 5, 6 & 7: Todd Warner. With warmth, humor and sensitivity, Warner has been sculpting his sophisticated whimsy animals for over 35 years.
     Info: www.fascinationst.com.

Felicia Studio Gallery, 300 W. 11th Ave., #C, presents: Contemporary figurative southwest bronzes from miniature to monumental, as well as cast paper and nude drawings by Felicia. Bronze stylized simplistic sculptures by Marv Olson. Appointments, 303-570-5534. Info: www.feliciasculpture.com.

John Fielder Gallery & Reed Photo-Art Gallery, 833 Santa Fe Dr., present: a stunning collection of photographic fine art, and one of the nation’s top nature photography galleries. Through July 17 at Reed: Images In Realism, by Jay P. Snellgrove, perfect for dog and sports lovers.
     Browse online at www.johnfielder.com or www.reedphotoart.com. 303-744-7979.

Gallery 1261, 1261 Delaware St., presents: Group Exhibition, featuring work by nearly 20 artists, including Carolyn Anderson, Quang Ho, Dan McCaw, Jeff Uffelman, Nancy Switzer, Bill Starke and Lu Cong, through July 19. Info: 303-571-1261 or www.gallery1261.com.

Gallery Cuvee, 910 Santa Fe Dr., presents: First Friday Art Walk, June 6, from 6-10p.m. Join in for art, music, conversation, and see the latest work from member artists: Michaele Greene, Madeline Homler, Michael Keen, Niza Knoll, Jim Powell, Carol Goldberg-Goldberg and Ron States. Or stop by the third Friday (June 20) for Collectors’ Night. Info: 303-534-8900 or www.gallerycuvee.com.

Gallery M, 2830 E. 3rd Ave., presents: The House is Small But the Welcome is Big, amateur photographic survey of life in HIV/AIDS-ravaged Africa by orphaned children and afflicted women, June 14-July 13. Proceeds from sale of work – starting at $400 – benefit young photographers in Maputo. Opening reception (RSVP required) Sat., June 14, 4p.m. Info: 303-331-8400, www.gallerym.com.

Golden Triangle, bordered by Colfax, Speer and Broadway, presents: First Friday Art Tour, featuring the art galleries and artist studios of the Golden Triangle. Walk or ride the free Art Bus. Maps at participating galleries and studios, and at www.gtmd.org. Info: 303-573-5095.

Habitat Gallery & Studio, 828 Santa Fe Dr., presents: Unsure, 19-year-old Patrick Call’s first solo exhibition of surreal, dream-inspired oil paintings, opening with reception Fri., June 6. 5:30p.m. Shows through July 13. Info: 303-534-9740 or www.habitatgallery.com.

William Havu Gallery, 1040 Cherokee St., presents: Convergences, abstract landscapes  by Stephen Dinsmore, and Transitions, new woodcuts by Jean Gumpper, through July 19. Info: www.williamhavugallery.com or 303-893-2360.

Kaladi Coffee & the Flying Pickle Art Events, 1730 E. Evans Ave., present: Works by David Castle through June. Info: www.denverartevents.com.

Kirkland Museum of Fine & Decorative Art, 1311 Pearl St., presents: Florence Knoll: Defining Modern, iconic furniture and photographs of the designer’s projects, shown in context with that of her mentors, colleagues and later Knoll company designers. Ends June 29. Info: 303-832-8576 or www.kirklandmuseum.org.

Limited Addiction Gallery, 825 Santa Fe Dr., presents: Gregory Euclide, 3-D works exploring the contradictions between conventional landscape art and the desire for authentic nature experience. Ends June 29. Info: limitedaddictiongallery.com or 303-893-4234.

The Mizel Museum, 400 S. Kearney St., presents: Israel at 60: Art Blue & White, a selection of contemporary works by Israeli artists Zigi Ben Haim, Moshe Gershuni, Yigal Ozeri and others. Also featuring Poets Portraits: Lines for My Image, charcoal and pastel drawings by Zvi Lachman, through Sept. 11. Info: 303-394-9993 or www.mizelmuseum.org.

Museo de las Américas, 861 Santa Fe Dr., presents: Space Invaders, exploring the space we live in and how it has changed both physically and culturally, through June 8. Target Family Free Day, Sat., June 14. Info: 303-571-4401 or www.museo.org.

Museum of Outdoor Arts, 1000 Englewood Pkwy., #2-230, presents: Joellyn Duesberry: The Big Picture, using monumental scale and content to explore tension between abstract and reality, through June 28. Info: 303-806-0444.

Old South Frame & Gallery, 1588 S. Pearl St., presents: Classic American Pin-ups, tasteful, sensual and sometimes comical pin-ups from the best artists of the genre. 303-715-3828.

Old South Pearl St., from Buchtel Blvd. to E. Iowa Ave., presents: First Friday Art Walks (June 6, Aug. 1). Encounter art (and appetizers) at an eclectic array of galleries, including The Artyard, Sand Dollar Gallery, Hands of Fire, Stella’s Gourmet Coffee House & Gallery, Jewelers Gallery, Nick’s Studio/Gallery, Susan Bell Gallery, Murder By The Book and Pur Vida Chiropractic (a gallery host). Info: call Susan Bell Gallery, 303-282-7343.

Patrons Art & Framing, 127 W. 10th Ave., presents: New sculpture works by Thomas Suby, Mezzotint prints by J. E. Fisher, and recent works by gallery artists, plus commission paintings and custom framing services. Open House during the Golden Triangle Gallery Walk, the First Friday of each month, 6-9p.m. Info: 303-321-5585.

Photographers’ Gallery, 2426 E. 3rd Ave., presents: Photographic Art Works by Richard Chandler, color images showing the influences of Richard Misrach, John Sexton, Ansel Adams, Eliot Porter, Georgia O’Keeffe and Claude Monet, through June 30. Opening and artist’s reception Fri., June 6, 6-9p.m.Info: www.photogallerydenver.com or 303-780-9317.

PISMO Fine Art Glass, 2770 E. 2nd Ave., presents: Colorado’s largest selection of contemporary glass art by world-renowned and emerging artists, including Tagliapietra, Kuhn, Ries, Powell, Marioni and others. Info: www.pismoglass.com
or 303-333-2879.

Russian Ark International Gallery, 931 Santa Fe Dr., presents: Paintings by Yelena Sidorova, Stanislav Sidorov, Yuri Shemetov, Naum Katsenelson, Ludmilla Agrich, Jessica Wicken and sculpture by Tom Cannon. First Fridays Art Walk, June 6, 6-9:30p.m.; Third Fridays Collectors Night, June 20, ‘til 8p.m. Info: 303-534-1677 or www.russianarkgallery.com.

Sand Dollar Gallery, 1256 S. Pearl St., presents: Annual Spring Show, with guest artists Peter Heineman (pastels) and Catherine Steward Bodin (fine jewelry) and new works by 20 Colorado artists. Shows through June 21. 303-871-8028.

Sandra Phillips Gallery, 744 Santa Fe Dr., presents: Abstraction, paintings by Virginia Maitland, Ania Gola-Kumor and Jane Troyer, drawings by Mel Strawn, and ceramics by Bebe Alexander, through  July 5. Info: www.thesandraphillipsgallery.com or call 303-573-5969.

Sandy Carson Gallery, 760 Santa Fe Dr., presents: Patsy Krebs: Selected Paintings 1980-2000, opening reception Fri., June 6, 6-9p.m. Walk-through with the artist Sat., June 7, 3-4p.m. On view through July 12. Info: www.sandycarsongallery.com or 303-573-8585.

Santa Fe Art District, from 6th-10th Aves., along Santa Fe Drive, presents: First Friday Art Walk, June 6, 5:30-9:30p.m.
Free shuttles are offered on Fridays beginning at 1p.m., from some downtown hotels, and 10th & Osage light rail station. Info: www.artdistrictonsantafe.com. Plus free hour-long History Tours by Denver History Tours (720-234-7929) at 5:30p.m.

Show of Hands, 210 Clayton St., presents: Give Us a Hand, the gallery’s 25th birthday bash, Sat., June 21, featuring 70, 14-inch wooden hands embellished by local artists in fiber, clay, metal, wood, mixed media, pastels or paper artwork, to be auctioned to support the Helen B. Davis scholarship at the Woman’s College at University of Denver.
     GRRR (Golden Retriever Rescue of the Rockies) will set up shop outside the gallery during the Cherry Creek Arts Festival, July 4-6. The gallery will donate 10 percent of proceeds from all animal art sold during the weekend to GRRR.
     Info: www.showofhandsdenver.com or 303-399-0201.

Showings Fine Art, 834 Santa Fe Dr., presents: Paintings by Doug Martin, Janet Moore, Nicholas Reti, Dan Beck and Susieheyer, plus pit-fired coil pottery with unique and organic glazes by Djannette Khiari. Open until 9p.m. for First Friday Art Walks and Third Friday Collectors’ Nights. Info: www.showingsfineart.com or 303-623-2500.

The Singer Gallery of the Mizel Arts & Culture Center, Robert E. Loup Jewish Community Center, 350 S. Dahlia St., presents: An Insider’s View of the Lodz Ghetto: the Photos of Henryk Ross, documenting life under Nazi occupation, through June 15. Info: 303-316-6360 or www.maccjcc.org.

SouleArt Gallery and Studio, 910 Santa Fe Drive, studio/gallery #202, presents: Healing gemstones in jewelry, paintings and sculpture by Michelle Soule, through June 30, by appointment. Coffee with artist, Sat., June 7, 10:30a.m.-12:30p.m. Info: 303-623-3703.

Spark Gallery, 900 Santa Fe Dr., presents: Things That Go ... , images from the junkyard by Barabara Carpenter, and Cacophony, 2- and 3-dimensional work of Sharpie pen on layered mylar by Annalee Schorr. Ends with artists’ coffee, Sun., June 15, 12-4p.m. Info: www.sparkgallery.com or 720-889-2200.

Stella’s Coffee House, 1476 S. Pearl St., presents: Displays of affordable art for every taste and budget, changing monthly. Stella’s is a participant in the First Friday Art Walk (June 6). Info: 303-777-1031.
Tara Fine Arts Studio, 487 S. Pearl St., presents: Drawings and paintings by Nancy Raskin, and jewelry by Bente Gilburt. Open Wed.-Sat., 10a.m.-4p.m.

Translations Gallery, now at 855 Inca St., presents: Ordinary Alchemy, new works – incorporating mis-mixed paints and natural materials – by painter Cassandra Tondro and sculptor Christina Yocca, through June 14.
     Opening June 20: Urban Mosaics, mosaics built from grafitti and unusual resources (such as cruise menus) by Sandy Schimmel and Joshua Stone, through July 26. Opening and artists reception Fri., June 20, 5-8p.m. Call 303-629-0713 or visit www.translationsgallery.com.

Vertigo, 960 Santa Fe Dr., presents:  New Work, ceramic art by Molly Hatch, with First Friday opening reception, June 6, 6-9p.m. Ends June 28. Info: 720-530-1435.
Victoria H. Myhren Gallery, University of Denver, 2121 E. Asbury Ave., presents: Bachelor and Master of Fine Arts Exhibitions, featuring studio art, electronic media and design, and pre-art conservation works by seniors graduating from the Art and Art History schools, ends June 7. Info: jpolliar@du.edu, 303-871-2343 or www.du.edu/art/myhrengallery.htm.

Volunteers for Outdoor Colorado, at the Dos Chappell Bathhouse on the northern bank of Washington Park’s Smith Lake, presents: Sacred Spaces, paintings and drawings by Martha Pinkard-Williams, through June 30, with reception on Fri., June 20, 5-9p.m. (25 percent of sales benefit VOC). Info: 303-715-1010, ext. 20.

Walker Fine Art, 300 W. 11th Ave., presents: Black & White, sculpture by Jerry Wingren and mixed media by Brenda Stumpf, through July 19. Info: 303-355-8955, www.walkerfineart.com.