News and Updates

  • Commissions - an Amazing Opportunity for both you and me!

    Last year I had the honor of working with amazing collectors on several commissions.  The most recent one was one of my all-time favorites - a pain...
  • So Excited! I'm in a new Show in Telluride at Slate Gray Gallery

    From Darkroom to Digital, The Exhibition. My paintings, which utilize photographic collage as inspiration, will be shown alongside the works of the...
  • New Paintings for the New Year!

    It's a new year, and I am always inspired by the beautiful Colorado winters to create new paintings! And these are two of my favorite YET - Bliss a...
  • My Journey to Israel

    I went to Israel on a whim, grabbing a last minute stand-by seat, hoping to explore and be inspired. On my very first day, as I was enjoying Tel Aviv’s beautiful beaches, chaos erupted.
  • Maui Strong

    My son Oliver and I love spending time in Hawaii.  As summer came to a close for him, we decided to take a trip to Maui - a place that has restore...
  • Join me this Saturday at Sauvage Spectrum Winery!

      I know that a lot of you were disappointed that my Sauvage white wine sold out so quickly, so I'm proud to partner once again with m...
  • Thanks Vail International Gallery!

    Image features Patrick Cassidy, Marc LeVarn, and Topher Straus in Vail Hello Friends! Thank you to Marc and Patrick at the Vail International Gall...
  • Solo Show at Vail International Gallery, July 2023

    VAIL EXHIBITION Topher Straus: Happy PlacesVail International GalleryJuly 1- 31, 2023 Opening Reception: Saturday, July 1, 5-7 pmArtist Talk: Monda...
  • Topher and THE BELLS

    Topher talks about "The Bells"Save these dates:Online unveiling (Email and Website): June 1stPre-sales begin: June 15thIn-Person Unveiling at Vail...
  • New Work: Park City Glow

    New Work: Park City GlowWhat is more beautiful than Park City in the snow? Park City in the fall! I played with color and texture in this painting,...
  • Highly Anticipated New Maroon Bells Painting to be Unveiled Soon!

    Don't miss your chance to acquire this breathtaking piece at special pricing. Make sure to save the date!  Pre-sales open on June 15th!  (Image: D...
  • Boulder Ballet Fundraiser

    I was honored to join other patrons at the 40th Anniversary Gala of the Boulder Ballet. I donated two Limited Editions of my painting Telluride Twi...