ASI president Ricardo Martinez expressed great appreciation to multiple local corporate and individual sponsors who helped make the event such a success…
Author: Jeff Laydon
Pagosa Springs photographer Jeff Laydon shoots people, places and products — on location and in his studio. Learn more at PagosaPhotography.com
PHOTO ESSAY: ColorFest 2025
The temps were perfect and the balloons took flight with plenty of brilliant color…
PHOTO ESSAY: The Chamber’s Inaugural ‘Grillin & Distillin’ Event
Introducin’… Grillin’ & Distillin’! 2025 marks the first time around for this event. The Pagosa Springs Chamber of Commerce showcased three BBQ chefs and four craft Distillers. The inaugural year was small but those who powered through a little rain and cooler temps enjoyed the competition. The Hughes Pavillion at the Fairgrounds venue gives plenty READ MORE
PHOTO ESSAY: Great Performances at ‘Dancing with the Pagosa Stars’
Last Saturday a substantial VIP crowd enjoyed a delicious meal, libations, good company and great performances…
PHOTO ESSAY: Opening of the 2025 County Fair
The kids blow-up barrel race is just hilarious…
PHOTO ESSAY: Another Great ‘Art in the Park’ Weekend
As usual the weather was just like you like it. Seeing friends, making friends. Singing along with local musicians and all the people watching…
PHOTO ESSAY: Seeds of Learning Class of 2025
Congratulations to the Graduates and all those who love them…
PHOTO ESSAY: Grand Opening Event at the Springs Resort
A change in the landscape. Historic place continues its legendary healing attraction…
PHOTO ESSAY: The Senior Center Spring Fling Soiree
Archuleta Seniors Inc. extends their profound gratitude to the community for their support and camaraderie in celebrating their work…
PHOTO ESSAY: The 2025 WinterFest Bonfire
The Pagosa Fire Protection District lit the fire and kept things safe. Their skill and professional attention to the entire scene is most appreciated…
PHOTO ESSAY: ColorFest 2024 Highlights
All in all, it was a wonderful weekend with a little moisture that we always need, and with the beautiful backdrop of Pagosa Springs scenery…
PHOTO ESSAY: Archuleta County Fair, Day One
Admission is free, parking is free with shuttles moving everyone right into the center of the action. So much to see and enjoy…
PHOTO ESSAY: 15th Annual Pagosa Car Show a Success
The pinup contest had several entries and spectators enjoyed the fun vintage tradition…
PHOTO ESSAY: A Satisfying Lunch at the Pagosa Senior Center
I noticed they had Crispy Cod on the menu. I made a reservation with a phone call and showed up about 12:30…
PHOTO ESSAY: ‘Runway for Rise’ a Sold-Out Entertainment
10 teams of creators designed amazing “Haute Couture” using a trash bag, duct tape, thrift store purchases and something from nature…
PHOTO ESSAY: Colorfest 2023
The evening is always an excellent primer for the Balloon launch early Saturday morning…
PHOTO ESSAY: Sledz on Rez, 2023
The youngest of the group made it all the way down with the most amazing big blue eyes…
PHOTO ESSAY: Pagosa Celebrates Mardi Gras at Tennyson Event Center
The Tennyson Building Event Center is sending out a big “thank you” to all the fun-loving Pagosa people who turned out for their first ever Mardi Gras party…
PHOTO ESSAY: Oh! The Colors We Saw… at Colorfest 2021
The early morning crowd was, again, presented with a tremendous aerial display….