News and Updates

  • The Journey of an Artist - In The News!

    I'm honored to be featured in an article in City LifeStyle Publications. Enjoy!❤️   I am also featured in an article in Denver Life Magazine! I'm ...
  • Back to Maui

    I recently spent some time in Hawaii with someone special who had not been in many years. I think what was really exciting about this Maui trip for me was that while I go frequently, going with someone who hasn’t been there for a long time made me realize there was so much to see.
  • Join me in Telluride!

    One of my favorite places on earth is Telluride, CO, and it never fails to inspire me!  I am debuting a new Telluride painting this month and I am honored to say it will be featured in the latest exhibition at Slate Gray Gallery. Learn more!
  • 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...