Loveland Cafe Launches Quarterly Artist Display Program for Local Creators
Taste Local Cafe in Loveland is seeking local artists to participate in a new rotating art display program that will transform the cafe's interior on a quarterly basis.
The Cleveland Avenue establishment announced November 10 that it will feature local artwork in three-month rotations following recent interior renovations. Artists interested in showcasing their work can contact the cafe directly through social media messaging.
The program offers emerging and established artists exhibition space in a high-traffic community venue while maintaining a dynamic visual environment for cafe patrons. According to the cafe's announcement, the initiative aims to provide "the spotlight" for local creative work while keeping the space "vibrant and ever changing."
Taste Local Cafe has operated as a community-focused establishment in Loveland, expanding its offerings in June with "Taste at Night," an evening dining concept that complemented its existing daytime service, according to Northern Colorado business development resources.
Rotating artist display programs have become increasingly common among independent cafes throughout Colorado as a strategy to support local artists while enhancing customer experience. Such programs typically operate through artist agreements that specify display duration, installation responsibilities, and terms for any artwork sales.
The cafe joins several Fort Collins establishments in supporting local artists through public displays. Fort Collins celebrated 30 years of its Art in Public Places program on November 8, highlighting the region's commitment to integrating art into community spaces.
Standard practice for cafe-based art displays in Colorado includes exhibition periods ranging from one to three months, allowing multiple artists annual exposure. Many establishments facilitate direct artist-to-buyer sales, with some venues taking commissions between 10 percent and 30 percent, according to Colorado Small Business Development Center guidance.
Artists participating in such programs typically sign display agreements clarifying liability terms, installation logistics, and sales processes. Colorado business advisors recommend that establishments carrying third-party artwork consult licensed insurance agents about bailee's insurance policies or endorsements covering property damage or theft.
The program requires no special municipal permits beyond existing retail food establishment licenses, though any artwork sales must comply with Colorado Department of Revenue tax collection requirements.
Local artists interested in participating should contact Taste Local Cafe through the business's social media channels for submission guidelines and display scheduling information.