Snapshot: First Friday

Walking the art walk, talking the talk on Santa Fe

A patron pauses during First Friday to appreciate a painting at the Russian Ark Gallery (931 Santa Fe). Happening the first Friday of every month (not just a clever name), it's Denver's largest and most revered monthly arts festival. Over 30 participating galleries and artist studios get in on the outdoor festival, and the bars and restaurants also get in on the action running specials and even displaying art within their venues. First Friday gives new meaning to TGIF.