3 Square Art is the premiere Art Center of Northern Colorado
What is 3 Square Art?
3 Square Art is the leading fine art community with locations in Northern Colorado and Miami, Florida. It was founded on a simple yet powerful dream: to create a welcoming plaza where regional, national, and international artists come together to celebrate the three essential pillars of art—Creating, Sharing, Learning (CSL)™.
We've built a dynamic community where artists of all levels find inspiration, connection, and growth. Whether you're an emerging talent seeking a dedicated studio, a collector discovering fresh contemporary works, or an art enthusiast eager to develop new skills, 3 Square Art is your home for artistic expression in a supportive, professional environment.
What began as a dedicated space in Fort Collins has grown into a national network. Our Fort Collins flagship remains the heart of the Northern Colorado arts scene, while our expanding presence in Miami, Florida opens new doors for collaboration, exhibition, and connection on a broader national and international stage.
The Creative Spark
3 Square Art was founded on a simple yet powerful idea: to create a vibrant community space where artists, art lovers, and collectors come together to create, share, learn, and buy fine art.Just as a traditional town square serves as a gathering place for ideas and connection, the three squares of 3 Square Art represent our core pillars—Creating, Sharing, and Learning™
“CSL”
[C]reate — Professional studio spaces where local, national, and international artists can work among peers in a dedicated, inspiring environment—away from the distractions of a home studio.
[S]hare — A contemporary gallery and online platform where artists exhibit their work, art lovers discover new pieces, and collectors can purchase exceptional fine art in both physical and digital settings.
[L]earn — A supportive community offering workshops, classes, and skill-building opportunities for aspiring artists to master key concepts and for professional artists to refine their practice alongside fellow creators.
Whether you are an emerging artist looking for your first professional studio, a seasoned creator seeking exhibition opportunities, or a collector eager to acquire fresh contemporary work, 3 Square Art provides the complete ecosystem for fine art in Northern Colorado and beyond.
Our Fort Collins flagship anchors a thriving local scene, while our expanding Miami, Florida location extends opportunities for broader collaboration, national exposure, and international connections.
We invite you to get involved in the arts today—rent a beautiful, professional studio, submit work to our rotating juried exhibitions, or join a class to sharpen your skills. All under one roof (or two coasts) at 3 Square Art.
We look forward to welcoming you at one of our fine art exhibition openings. Contact us today to learn more or get started.
The Founders of 3 Square Art
3 Square Art is led by Co-Founders Craig McKee and Kumiko S. McKee, whose complementary strengths in curation, education, business, and artistic practice drive the community forward.
Kumiko McKee
Director
Artist
Gallery Director / Curator
3 Square Art Jury Member
Studio 101
Background
Kumiko S. McKee is the Co-Founder and Gallery Director/Curator of 3 Square Art. She originated the vision for the center and continues to shape its artistic direction by carefully orchestrating gallery exhibitions and curating monthly shows that highlight exceptional contemporary work.
Born in Japan, Kumiko brings a rich international perspective to the community. She received formal Atelier-style training at Koriyama Women’s University Affiliated High School (Kaisei Gakuen) and earned a BFA in Painting from the University of Wyoming. She has a permanent membership to the Golden Key International Honor Society. She has traveled to over 30 countries to see art in the world and has worked professionally as a Display Designer/Graphic Designer in Tokyo.
An award-winning artist, she creates large-scale oil paintings featuring Japanese-themed historical subjects as well as highly detailed portrait drawings that capture the spirit of her subjects. Her work has been recognized in prestigious national and international competitions, including the International ARC Salon Competition, and has been featured at Sotheby’s New York and the European Museum of Modern Art in Barcelona. Her artwork has selected for one of the 28 artworks for the “Contemporary Realism: Important 21st Century Work” auction at Sotheby's in 2021
As Gallery Director and a 3SA Jury Member since 2017, Kumiko focuses on building a vibrant, high-quality exhibition program that supports artists and engages collectors. A practicing artist herself, she works closely with Craig to foster a supportive environment where creators can thrive across the Fort Collins flagship and the expanding Miami location.
Interview Article: The Top Award-Winning Drawings of 2020 (Artists Network)
Website: Kumiko Art Studio
Craig McKee
Director
Artist
Lead Instructor / Sales / Foundation
3 Square Art Jury Member
Studio 200
Background
Craig McKee is the Co-Founder and Director of 3 Square Art. He partners closely with his wife Kumiko, who originated the vision and idea for the center, to bring the dream of a vibrant artist community to life.
With a strong background as an entrepreneur in sales, marketing, and consignment programs, Craig leads the organization’s strategic vision, business operations, education initiatives, and national expansion into Miami. He founded 3 Square Art’s education programs and serves as the lead teacher, designing and instructing workshops and classes that support artists at every level.
A practicing artist himself, Craig brings firsthand insight into the needs of creators. Born in Albuquerque, New Mexico, he studied at Northwest Community College in Wyoming and earned a BA with Magna Cum Laude honors from Kenyon College in Ohio. He lived and worked in Japan for four years, becoming fluent in Japanese, which continues to strengthen international artist connections and 3 Square Art’s global reach. His entrepreneurial experience includes founding and growing businesses in graphic design, international development, water testing and measurement, and decorative concrete.
Craig has served as a 3SA Jury Member since 2017 and continues to shape the community’s professional standards across the Fort Collins flagship and the expanding Miami location.
Craig McKee is Co-Founder and Director of 3 Square Art. He partners closely with his wife Kumiko, who originated the vision for the center, to bring this vibrant artist community to life.
Born in Albuquerque, New Mexico, Craig studied at Northwest Community College in Wyoming and earned a BA with Magna Cum Laude honors from Kenyon College in Ohio. After graduating, he lived and worked in Japan for four years, becoming fluent in Japanese. His entrepreneurial background includes founding and growing businesses in graphic design, international development (In-Situ), and decorative concrete (Concrete-Visions).
He founded 3 Square Art’s education programs and serves as lead teacher, while leading business operations, studio development, and the national expansion into Miami. Craig has served as a 3SA Jury Member since 2017 and continues shaping the community’s professional standards as a practicing artist.