| Event Name | Organization | Dates | City | | | Off The Grid | | 01/07/11- Ongoing | Phoenix |
Inspired SolesPresented by 6th Avenue Gallery at 6th Avenue Gallery April 6, 2012 - Ongoing 6th Avenue Gallery exhibition features stilettos like you've never seen them before.
the 6th Avenue Gallery debuts its exhibition on First Friday in April. Featuring dozens of high heel stilettos transformed into works of art, along with a provocative photo collection of women wearing their favorite power stilettos, this show is sure to validate what Marilyn Monroe and women everywhere have long known to be true, "Give a girl the right shoes and she can conquer the world".
| 6th Avenue Gallery | 04/06/12- Ongoing | Phoenix |
Works by Sergio RoggeronePresented by Adelante at Adelante May 27, 2009 - Ongoing Adelante Gallery at el Pedregal Shops & Dining at the Boulders Resort has announced the arrival of a new summer exhibit with artwork by Argentine artist, Sergio Roggerone. Roggerone is a multi-talented artist that draws inspiration from such disparate cultures such as Byzantium, Central Asia, native Argentine folkways and medieval Catholicism. The works of Sergio Roggerone express an intricate and magical combination of Argentine culture and his Mendoza birthplace. At the forefront of... | Adelante | 05/27/09- Ongoing | Scottsdale |
Live GlassblowingPresented by American Fine Art Editions, Inc. at American Fine Art Editions, Inc. November 8, 2008 - Ongoing Experience the art of glassblowing live as the master glassblower Lord Crosbie transforms the molten glass into phenomenal works of art. With the speed of a top professional athlete, the precision of a skilled surgeon, and the grace and flair of Fred Astaire, Crosbie delights spectators as he shapes glass at over 2,000 degrees while adding color and exacting form.
Helpful Information: Contact the gallery for future dates and times for live glassblowing demonstrations at (480)... | American Fine Art Editions, Inc. | 11/08/08- Ongoing | Scottsdale |
Norman Rockwell: American Master Presented by American Fine Art Editions, Inc. at American Fine Art Editions, Inc. April 5-May 30, 2012 Norman Rockwell: American Master traces the evolution of Rockwell's art and iconography throughout his career?from carefully choreographed reflections on childhood innocence in such works as Girl in the Mirror to powerful, consciousness-raising images like Moving Day, documenting the traumatic realities of racial tension in the 1960's in America.
| American Fine Art Editions, Inc. | 04/05/12- 05/30/12 | Scottsdale |
Latino Arizona: 100 YearsPresented by Arizona Latino Arts and Cultural Center at Arizona Latino Arts and Cultural Center February 3, 2012 - Ongoing Since the official acceptance of the state of Arizona into the United States on Feb. 14, 1912, the history of Latinos in Arizona has been significant. Unfortunately, for different reasons, it also has been hidden.
However, Latino Arizona: 100 Years, a new state Centennial documentary photo exhibition holds a mirror to the past, and chronicles the contributions Latinos of Mexican descent have made to the wonderful state of Arizona. This revealing photograph collection looks back... | Arizona Latino Arts and Cultural Center | 02/03/12- Ongoing | Phoenix |
Three New ExhibitsPresented by Arizona Latino Arts and Cultural Center at Arizona Latino Arts and Cultural Center May 4-August 24, 2012 The Arizona Latino Arts and Cultural Center (ALAC) announced the premier and opening of three new gallery exhibits exclusively highlighting female artists and opening one week before Mother's Day, the main gallery hosts the 2nd Annual Latina Art Exhibit and Festival, themed "Madres/Madonnas/Mujeres" in celebration of women and mothers everywhere and across all cultures. Concurrently, two separate one-woman shows will showcase the talents of Norma Garcia -Torres in the La Capilla Gallery and... | Arizona Latino Arts and Cultural Center | 05/04/12- 08/24/12 | Phoenix |
Yoga with Van GoghPresented by Arizona Science Center at Arizona Science Center April 12-June 14, 2012 Arizona Science Center and Sutra Midtown have teamed up to offer Valley yoga enthusiasts a unique and exhilarating experience. Yoga classes will be offered inside Arizona Science Center's newest exhibit, Van Gogh Alive.
| Arizona Science Center | 04/12/12- 06/14/12 | Phoenix |
Pete Deise and Louis De MayoPresented by Bentley Gallery at Bentley Gallery September 16, 2010 - Ongoing Deise, a local metal-sculptor, regards work from his new series as, "...a tightly wound spiraling helix that unwinds rapidly and whose elements remind one of the swirling, rolling dust and clouds seen in an approaching storm sweeping across an empty valley... plumes of sensual curvatures billow from the tangled wreckage; like petals holding on elastic; like solar flares arching and twisting free from the suns massive gravity; disentangling energy captured in steel."
These impressive... | Bentley Gallery | 09/16/10- Ongoing | Scottsdale |
Cool Like That: A Tribute To Miles DavisPresented by BlackPoet Ventures at The Rhythm Room May 26, 2012 For a special birthday showcase tributing Miles Davis, BlackPoet Ventures reprises "Cool Like That: A Tribute To Miles Davis." The theatrical production explores the vibrant and robust life of a musical genius amid the backdrop of the social and political climate of his time. Adapted from the autobiography "Miles" by poet Quincy Troupe, "Cool Like That" blends original poetry/spoken word, music, vocals and dance. A jazz critic describes it as "top level, well constructed, wonderful prose and... | BlackPoet Ventures | 05/26/12 | Phoenix |
| It's Still Life | Bonner David Galleries | 09/22/11- Ongoing | Scottsdale |
| Fields of Gold | Bonner David Galleries | 09/12/11- Ongoing | Scottsdale |
| Favorites | Bonner David Galleries | 05/10/12- 05/31/12 | Scottsdale |
Cave Creek Thieves MarketPresented by Cave Creek Thieves Market at Cave Creek Thieves Market March 3, 2012-January 5, 2013 The Cave Creek Thieves Market will feature numerous western vendors including famed boot store Spirit of the West, among others, in honor of Cave Creek's major western event, Wild West Days. Thieves Market also will showcase western attire, jewelry, western art, blacksmithing and more.
| Cave Creek Thieves Market | 03/03/12- 01/05/13 | Cave Creek |
Interiors, Objects and Little Worlds Presented by Colores by Wilde Meyer at Colores by Wilde Meyer May 3-June 6, 2012 Colores showcases the creative spirit of the imaginative art by an eclectic group of artists in Interiors, Objects and Little Worlds.
The idea of an "interior space" is rearranged creatively in Judy Feldman's Fauvist colored paintings and Diane Barbee's paintings of multicolored, variously patterned furniture. Ryan Hale's interiors feature cats lounging in modernist homes. Far removed from reality are the funny and playful paintings by Trevor Mikula, whose colorful animal... | Colores by Wilde Meyer | 05/03/12- 06/06/12 | Scottsdale |
Love and DarknessPresented by Deus Ex Machina at Deus Ex Machina May 4-May 25, 2012 Two realms for endless exploration. Love as reaching out, darkness as going in-or vice versa.
In May the artists of Deus Ex Machina share their discoveries.
Featuring:
Michele Bledsoe
Richard Bledsoe
Jeff Falk
Steve Gompf
Dain Quentin Gore
Annie Lopez
Heather Smith-Gearns
| Deus Ex Machina | 05/04/12- 05/25/12 | Phoenix |
| WOW! Wednesday: The Magic of Richard Steele | Foothills Branch Library | 06/13/12 | Glendale |
WOW! Wednesday: Arizona Rick, the Magical Balloon-making CowboyPresented by Foothills Branch Library at Foothills Branch Library June 20, 2012 s a balloon more than a sculpture, a story, a spectacular hat? In the hands of Arizona Rick, it's all this fun and more! Wait until you see how a balloon-making cowboy tells Jennifer Ward's story There Was a Coyote Who Swallowed a Flea!
| Foothills Branch Library | 06/20/12 | Glendale |
WOW! Wednesday: Meet Martha WashingtonPresented by Foothills Branch Library at Foothills Branch Library June 7, 2012 You've heard of George Washington, well here's your chance to meet the Mrs! Kids of all ages will laugh and have a good time with their country's very first First Lady.
| Foothills Branch Library | 06/07/12 | Glendale |
| Anime Afternoons | Foothills Branch Library | 06/01/12- 06/29/12 | Glendale |
Arizona: One Hundred Years GrandPresented by Foothills Branch Library at Foothills Branch Library May 23, 2012 This year's One Book AZ selection, Arizona: One Hundred Years Grand by Lisa Schnebly Heidinger, is a geographical, historical and cultural collection of the state's best and brightest people, places and events during its first century of statehood. As the official book of the Arizona Centennial, the treasury celebrates Arizona's unique history, highlights its struggles and triumphs, and presents its crown jewels. | Foothills Branch Library | 05/23/12 | Glendale |
Invoke the Archangels to Heal Your Body, Mind, SoulPresented by Foothills Branch Library at Foothills Branch Library May 30, 2012 In this enlightening, entertaining and experiential workshop, Sunny Dawn Johnston, internationally recognized psychic medium, spiritual teacher and author will lead you on a journey of self- discovery and healing. Sunny will teach you how to invoke the archangels to empower your inner being and move you from pain or fear to joy.
| Foothills Branch Library | 05/30/12 | Glendale |
Romantic Flowers and LadiesPresented by Gallery Andrea at Gallery Andrea February 1, 2011 - Ongoing Gallery Andrea presents Romantic Flowers and Ladies featuring work by Andrea de Kerpely-Zak (Florals) and Joanna Zjawinska (Ladies). Special exhibit with a theme of Valentines Day.
de Kerpely-Zak is a Hungarian born artist that is known for painting Healing flowers.
Zjawinska is a Polish born artist that is known for painting Passionate ladies. | Gallery Andrea | 02/01/11- Ongoing | Scottsdale |
Spring Healing Wildflower ShowPresented by Gallery Andrea at Gallery Andrea March 21-June 1, 2012 Andrea de Kerpely-Zak has captured the Wildflowers of Arizona such as African Daisies, Mexican gold poppies and other wildflowers of Arizona.
de Kerpely-Zak is a Hungarian born artist that has lived and shown in Arizona over 35 years. Her flowers are called, "Healing," and have been commissioned for such figures as Pope John Paul II.
Her Wildflower paintings have been featured with Georgia O'Keeffe in Arizona Highways.
The show also features work by daughter Andrea Zakrzewski. Zakrzewski... | Gallery Andrea | 03/21/12- 06/01/12 | Scottsdale |
UnderwildernessPresented by Heard Museum at Heard Museum May 24, 2008 - Ongoing Visitors can explore the monumental black and white drawings and installations of Navajo artist Tony Abeyta in this experimental contemporary art installation. | Heard Museum | 05/24/08- Ongoing | Phoenix |
Remembering Our Indian School Days: The Boarding School ExperiencePresented by Heard Museum at Heard Museum November 15, 2000 - Ongoing This groundbreaking exhibition, which features historic photographs, memorabilia, artwork and first-person oral histories, explores the controversial education policy that was begun in 1879 and designed to assimilate and Americanize Native American children.
| Heard Museum | 11/15/00- Ongoing | Phoenix |
Every Picture Tells A StoryPresented by Heard Museum at Heard Museum September 21, 2002 - Ongoing Picture the deep blues and reds of ripe blueberries, strawberries and cherries. Or a lizard wriggling its way across the hot desert sand. Can you see the sunlight dancing across the water as a whale breaks the surface? Images that tell stories live at the heart of the Every Picture Tells a Story exhibit, which offers families a chance to enjoy pottery, baskets, clothing and more along with special hands-on activities and games.
"Every Picture Tells a Story is an... | Heard Museum | 09/21/02- Ongoing | Phoenix |
Around The World: The Heard Museum CollectionPresented by Heard Museum at Heard Museum November 18, 2006 - Ongoing Tour the global span of the Heard Museum's permanent collection. This exhibit will focus on more than 75 years of collecting and preserving Native art and cultures in the Southwest and beyond. Starting with examples of work collected by museum founders, Dwight and Maie Heard, and including donations by artists and collectors such as Byron Harvey and Richard Faletti, the exhibit features objects and artwork from indigenous peoples of North and South America as well as Oceania.
| Heard Museum | 11/18/06- Ongoing | Phoenix |
Still Here: Aging in America Art ExhibitPresented by Herberger Theater Center Art Gallery at Herberger Theater Center Art Gallery April 5-July 7, 2012 The Herberger Theater Center is pleased to announce its spring art exhibition, Still Here: Aging in America.
Still Here: Aging in America featuress 38 works from 26 Arizonan artists.. Art in this exhibit will celebrate the joys and downfalls of aging, with imagery about what it means to get older; our elderly community, ageism and all phases of life's long journey. This is the second exhibit from Robert Pela, the 2012 Guest Curator. Pela and community arts members... | Herberger Theater Center Art Gallery | 04/05/12- 07/07/12 | Phoenix |
Matthew InnisPresented by Leslie Levy Fine Art at Leslie Levy Fine Art September 19, 2011 - Ongoing Matthew Innis began his art career in the commercial arts. He worked in an animation studio, sculpted for the toy industry and eventually became an award winning illustrator.
But he longed to paint what inspired him rather than to interpret someone else's vision. He realized that the way to achieve his goal was to study with accomplished painters whose work he admired. Those studies included classes with Juan Martinez, Anthony J. Ryder and Jeremy Lipking, noted figurative... | Leslie Levy Fine Art | 09/19/11- Ongoing | Scottsdale |
Evelyne BorenPresented by Leslie Levy Fine Art at Leslie Levy Fine Art September 26, 2011 - Ongoing Leslie Levy Fine Art now represents the widely acclaimed impressionist, Evelyne Boren.
Evelyne's paintings heighten the visual impact of some of the most beautiful scenery in the world. Favorite subjects include Tuscany, Provence, Venice, Guatemala, Mexico and New Mexico.
Boren's canvases are lively, active mixes of color and texture. Her brushwork is rapid and strong. It complements quite well the more reflective, subtle palette knife passages in her work.
| Leslie Levy Fine Art | 09/26/11- Ongoing | Scottsdale |
Robert C. JacksonPresented by Leslie Levy Fine Art at Leslie Levy Fine Art October 10, 2011 - Ongoing Jackson is known for his still lifes which are anything but traditional. Using fun objects of Americana, including soda crates, balloon dogs, donuts and birthday cakes, Jackson creates a narrative painting which is often a humorous comment on contemporary life.
| Leslie Levy Fine Art | 10/10/11- Ongoing | Scottsdale |
Mark LaguePresented by Leslie Levy Fine Art at Leslie Levy Fine Art November 1, 2011 - Ongoing The lights of the city fascinate Mark Lague. This popular artist truly captures the excitement of downtown. His oil paintings are full of action, reflections and lots of light. Favorite subjects include taxicabs, buses and people walking in between.
Lately Mark has also been creating smaller paintings of people enjoying everyday life. "Grade Six Band" is one of these charming new studies.
| Leslie Levy Fine Art | 11/01/11- Ongoing | Scottsdale |
Suzi MatherPresented by Leslie Levy Fine Art at Leslie Levy Fine Art November 1, 2011 - Ongoing Suzi Mather's love of animals is evident in her sensitive watercolors of horses and cats. This artist has developed a method almost unheard of in the use of watercolors, painting from dark to light rather than from light to dark. This enables Suzi to achieve the deep, rich colors and brilliant highlights that draw the viewer to her work.
| Leslie Levy Fine Art | 11/01/11- Ongoing | Scottsdale |
Doug WestPresented by Leslie Levy Fine Art at Leslie Levy Fine Art December 12, 2011 - Ongoing Doug West's distinctive images allow the viewer to contemplate the vastness and serenity of nature. Using the medium of serigraphy, West creates beautiful landscapes of the Southwest.
Preferring to do the silkscreening himself, West makes as many as 125 applications of color per print, each with its own stencil. Now multiply that process by the number of prints in each edition and you can begin to imagine how much time it has taken the artist to complete a single... | Leslie Levy Fine Art | 12/12/11- Ongoing | Scottsdale |
Gary KorlinPresented by Leslie Levy Fine Art at Leslie Levy Fine Art January 16, 2012 - Ongoing Leslie Levy Fine Art is pleased to introduce the art of Gary Korlin whose paintings so beautifully portray the mood and emotions of the model.
Using his academic training in 19th century French painting, Gary Korlin captures impressions of life and depicts them in his delicately modeled figures set in the European countryside. While living in the mountains overlooking Florence, deep in the heart of Tuscany, he established the recurring subject that many call the "Venetian... | Leslie Levy Fine Art | 01/16/12- Ongoing | Scottsdale |
Suzi Mather and Carol Ann SchraderPresented by Leslie Levy Fine Art at Leslie Levy Fine Art January 23, 2012 - Ongoing Leslie Levy Fine Art represents two outstanding artists who specialize in the technically difficult medium of watercolor.
Suzi Mather paints sensitive, translucent watercolors which have been featured in many national watercolor exhibitions. This artist works in the watercolor medium using a non-traditional method of painting. She paints from dark to light and in doing so, captures the gentle nature of the horses and cats that she portrays.
Carol Ann Schrader uses watercolor... | Leslie Levy Fine Art | 01/23/12- Ongoing | Scottsdale |
John BayalisPresented by Leslie Levy Fine Art at Leslie Levy Fine Art February 15, 2012 - Ongoing John Bayalis' distinct style and skill in handling contemporary themes and subject matter has earned him acclaim from art critics and collectors throughout the United States. His vibrant watercolors reflect a clarity of light and form, while dealing with unique viewpoints in portraying popular culture.
Bayalis' intricate set ups include man-made and natural elements as well as game boards, vintage postcards, road maps, magazines and collectibles.
| Leslie Levy Fine Art | 02/15/12- Ongoing | Scottsdale |
Karen Hollingsworth's Unique WindowscapesPresented by Leslie Levy Fine Art at Leslie Levy Fine Art May 1, 2012 - Ongoing Leslie Levy Fine Art is pleased to announce that it is once again offering Karen Hollingsworth's beautiful paintings for sale.
Karen Hollingsworth is known for her unique light and airy windowscapes. Her large oil paintings depict subject matter that is fairly minimal, however what attracts many viewers is the mysticism evoked by the light coming through the sheer curtains.
According to the artist, "my windowscapes are intended to provide the viewer with a sense of solitude... | Leslie Levy Fine Art | 05/01/12- Ongoing | Scottsdale |
Mesa Arts Center Campus Tour ProgramPresented by Mesa Arts Center at Mesa Arts Center Theaters November 21, 2005 - Ongoing The Mesa Arts Center is pleased to offer free public tours of the campus. Tours will include the interiors of the Theaters (pending production schedule), the Art Studios first level (pending class schedule) and the outdoor Shadow Walk where visitors will learn about many of the architectural gems on the campus. Visitors should allow at least one hour to one hour and fifteen minutes for a complete tour of the campus and wear comfortable walking shoes. "Drop-In" tours and pre-scheduled group... | Mesa Arts Center | 11/21/05- Ongoing | Mesa |
Magic on Main Presented by Pearson and Company at Pearson and Company September 20-September 22, 2012 Celebrate Pearson's 20 years on Main with YouTube phenomenon Obadiah Parker, sculptor Kevin Caron, jewelry from Azalea Decor. The event benefits SARRC, which provides support to families affected by autism.
| Pearson and Company | 09/20/12- 09/22/12 | Scottsdale |
Metals and MorePresented by Phoenix Airport Museum at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport April 1-September 30, 2012 This exhibition presents the work of fourteen artists who carry on the ancient tradition of metalsmithing. This ever changing art form presents contemporary artists the opportunity to pair convention with innovation.
Working with traditional materials such as silver, brass, copper and gemstones, these artists may also integrate other materials such as cork, wood, plastics or found objects such as vintage photographs and toys from vending machines. With creative combinations of... | Phoenix Airport Museum | 04/01/12- 09/30/12 | Phoenix |
Creative NaturePresented by Phoenix Airport Museum at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport April 1-August 5, 2012 Artists draw inspiration from many aspects of nature. Some focus on plant life and landscapes, while others choose to represent animals. Nature sparks each artist's creativity in different ways. One artist may depict an animal realistically, and another may create an abstract sculpture based on a beautiful landscape. Whether striving to directly emulate nature or choosing to draw inspiration conceptually, artists in this exhibition depict forms of the natural world. They work with... | Phoenix Airport Museum | 04/01/12- 08/05/12 | Phoenix |
Arizonan At HeartPresented by Phoenix Airport Museum at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport April 2-June 17, 2012 "As someone who flies throughout Arizona routinely, both as a professional corporate pilot and as an aerial photographer, I see things that few people are aware of. It is a wonderful privilege, and fosters in me a deep appreciation for the natural processes that shape the land. Occasionally I make serendipitous discoveries, such as last year when, from an altitude of just a few hundred feet above the ground, my eyes locked onto this unexpected form: an erosional mound in the shape... | Phoenix Airport Museum | 04/02/12- 06/17/12 | Phoenix |
Paper!Presented by Phoenix Art Museum at Phoenix Art Museum May 26, 2012 Join them opening day of Paper! See stories come to life, discover ways to create your own art and explore how artists cut, fold, paint and manipulate using Paper!
| Phoenix Art Museum | 05/26/12 | Phoenix |
Henry Albatross (and other fictions) by Joseph WardPresented by Practical Art at Practical Art June 3, 2011 - Ongoing Joseph Ward's oil paintings use the implied history of portraiture as the framework for a fictional narrative, that of Henry Albatross. The sequence of paintings draws on a comic strip format to follow Henry Albatross as he observes his surroundings. Other walls in the gallery will be populated with additional characters that not only inform the life of Mr. Albatross, but suggest worlds of their own.
| Practical Art | 06/03/11- Ongoing | Phoenix |
Shelter by Heather StevensonPresented by Practical Art at Practical Art July 8, 2011 - Ongoing "We all seek shelter. It is as important as food and water. It can be found everywhere, tangibly or intangibly. It is our home, our memories, our safety, our comfort: the branches of a tree, a warm embrace, a fond childhood memory, or the escapism of a passionate interest. Photography is where I find my shelter."
Artist Reception is on Friday, July 8, 2011, from 7:00pm to 9:00pm.
Snacks and drinks will be served, free and open to the public, no RSVPs... | Practical Art | 07/08/11- Ongoing | Phoenix |
"Bunnies are evil, lions are nice, and unicorns are something in between" by Sebastien MillonPresented by Practical Art at Practical Art June 1-June 30, 2012 Sebastien Millon will be presenting his newest imagery featuring malevolent rabbits, Drunky Bears, and one of his newest characters, a kiwi bird. The imagery is full of mischief, mayhem, sweetness, absurdity, and random fun. There may even be possible baby unicorn sightings along with secret info that was painstakingly researched by the artist about the mysterious and elusive baby unicorn species. No matter what, you will be shocked, dismayed, and utterly disappointed by the work, and... | Practical Art | 06/01/12- 06/30/12 | Phoenix |
Third Friday Gallery NightPresented by Roosevelt Row Community Development Corporation at Roosevelt Row February 16-December 21, 2012 Third Fridays Gallery Night offers an opportunity for downtown Phoenix visitors to experience the arts scene along Roosevelt Street and Grand Avenue. Events include exhibition openings in galleries, the A.R.T.S. Market, concerts, and more.
| Roosevelt Row Community Development Corporation | 02/16/12- 12/21/12 | Phoenix |
Scottsdale Art WalkPresented by Scottsdale Gallery Association at Scottsdale Arts District July 17, 2008 - Ongoing Scottsdale ArtWalk is much like a large, easy-going open house for the Scottsdale Arts District located primarily along Main Street and Marshall Way in Scottsdale Downtown. Known as "America's original art walk," this weekly gathering takes place every Thursday evening (year-round, except Thanksgiving). That's when all member galleries belonging to the Scottsdale Gallery Association (SGA) open their doors to the public and show off the work of the Southwest's outstanding artists.
Also,... | Scottsdale Gallery Association | 07/17/08- Ongoing | Scottsdale |