CU Grad and Smithsonian Astronomers Create “Starstruck” VR Experience

“Smithsonian Starstruck: An Immersive Experience” debuts in Denver on Aug. 13, offering a one-hour, free-roam virtual reality journey through the life cycles of stars. According to Smithsonian Enterprises, the exhibition utilizes authentic astronomical data from NASA, the European Space Agency, and the Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory to place viewers directly into simulated black holes and nebulae. … Read more

The Visceral Abstract Art of Angel Ricardo Ricardo Rios

Contemporary art galleries are shifting away from traditional, sterile white-cube displays toward immersive, autobiographical environments. This trend, exemplified by recent solo exhibitions from Angel Ricardo Ricardo Rios and Michael Gadlin at K Contemporary in Denver, prioritizes the artist’s raw process and identity over the commodification of individual objects. By integrating studio ephemera and unconventional installation … Read more