Archive for the ‘News: Art’ Category

ARBORETUM SUMMER SOIRÉE

[ July 17, 2010; 5:30 pm; ] Enjoy an evening of fine dining in the gardens at The Arboretum.

Flagstaff- The Arboretum at Flagstaff’s 2010 Summer Soirée will take place on the evening of Saturday, July 17.  The 2010 event includes a silent and live auction, with the feature painting donated by renowned Navajo artist, Baje Whitethorne, Sr.  Whitethorne will be present at [...]

HANDMADE PAPER SALE, JULY 4TH

[ July 4, 2010; 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. ] HANDMADE PAPER & MORE SALE,
> July 4th, 10AM – 5PM,
> 204 N. McCormick.
> Unique cards & envelopes, individual sheets,
> all archival, framed pieces, unusual gestured pieces
> and cookies with lemonade to sooth your soul.
> Don’t miss this one day SPECIAL event.
> Annie

Announcement from Prescott Art Docents re membership opportunity

[ August 30, 2010; 10:00 am; ] Passport to Art is the theme of Prescott Art Docents Annual Membership Coffee to be held Monday, August 30th, 10:00 a.m. at the Prescott Public Library, 215 E. Goodwin Street, Prescott.

Prescott Art Docents is a local service organization affiliated with Phoenix Art Museum and is the only organization of its kind in Arizona!  [...]

Artwalk This Friday, Special Art Demo by Robert Knudson

[ June 1, 2010 to June 30, 2010. June 25, 2010; 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. ] You are invited!  Don’t miss this Friday’s Art Walk, June 25th, 6-8pm.  We currently have new artworks by Robert Knudson on display!  During the Art Walk, Knudson will perform a live art demonstration of one of his many painting techniques.  The demo will take place in the Frame & I Gallery, refreshments will be served!

Pamela Dunmire’s Soul Soaring Abstractions

Alternate Universe

[ June 1, 2010 to June 29, 2010. ] Announcing Our June 2010 Mezzanine Show
featuring
Soul Soaring Abstractions
new works by Pamela Dunmire

June 1 - 29

The ‘Tis Arts Center and Gallery cordially invites you to our newest Mezzanine Show featuring the work of
Pamela Dunmire

“Alternate Universe”

‘Tis Arts Center & Gallery
105 S. Cortez Street, Prescott, AZ 86303

www.tisartgallery.com

ED MELL’S TRIBUTES TO NATURE

[ June 20, 2010 to October 31, 2010. ] Flagstaff- The innovative paintings and sculptures of Phoenix artist Ed Mell depict majestic panoramas of the desert Southwest and the nuances of its flora and fauna. Mell uses contrasting light and shadow, deep space, and colors to accentuate his subject and capture ephemeral moments in nature. Ed Mell—Paintings of the New [...]

Prescott 4th Friday Art Walk

[ June 25, 2010; ] Prescott’s 4th Friday Art Walk
Friday June 25
For details on participating galleries and special events visit
www.ArtThe4th.Com
Guides are also available in participating galleries, the Prescott Chamber of Commerce and Tri-City Brochure Works t.m. distribution centers

Cosanti Foundation Reacts to Demolition Plans for Paolo Soleri Amphitheater in Santa Fe

Arcosanti- On June 8, 2010, the Santa Fe New Mexican reported that the Paolo Soleri Amphitheater at the Santa Fe Indian School “is scheduled for demolition.” The theater was designed in 1965 by Italian architect Paolo Soleri, who is most noted for pioneering concepts in the fields of environmental architecture and alternative urban planning. Many [...]

Prescott Public Library Activity Calendar

[ June 20, 2010; 1:00 pm; 2:00 pm; 2:00 pm; June 21, 2010; 10:00 am; 10:30 am; 11:00 am; June 22, 2010; 11:00 am; 1:00 pm; 6:30 pm; 6:30 pm; June 23, 2010; 10:00 am; June 24, 2010; 9:30 am; 10:30 am; June 25, 2010; 10:00 am; June 26, 2010; 2:00 pm; June 28, 2010; 10:30 am; 11:00 am; June 29, 2010; 11:00 am; 1:00 pm; June 30, 2010; 10:00 am; July 1, 2010; 9:30 am; 10:30 am; July 2, 2010; 10:00 am; ] Prescott- It is a BIG week at Prescott Public Library June 20 – 26, with Tsunami Tsunday, PLUS perennial favorite Wayne Ranney on Sunday, June 20. Run away with the circus without leaving home with Tsunami Tsunday, or into the past when Wayne Ranney makes 1870s Prescott come alive.

Tuesday, June 22 at 6:30 [...]

The Knights of Pythias Building Officially Rededicated as the ‘Tis Building

Prescott- Over 300 community leaders were invited to attend the official ‘Tis dedication ceremony and beautifully catered affair honoring Ann Carson Dater who has made the dream of the ‘Tis Foundation and the salvation of one Prescott’s finest historical landmarks a reality.

Built in 1893, the ‘Tis Building was the tallest structure in Prescott at the [...]

Eye on the Mountain July Artist

[ July 2, 2010 12:00 am to August 2, 2010 12:00 am. 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. July 23, 2010; 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. ] Here is some information about our July Featured Artist… Sharon Knapp:

Prescott- Get ready to be happy… Featured artist Sharon Knapp is all about the positive vibrations.  She is a Dewy, AZ resident and artist and has her own studio there.  She is a seasoned artist, and has showed and sold her artwork for years on the East Coast before recently [...]

Tsunami on the Square

[ June 19, 2010; ] Prescott- Surf’s up, Prescott! The 12th Annual Tsunami on the Square Performing Arts and Culture festival is set to hit Prescott’s historic Courthouse Square on Saturday, June 19, 2010. This community-supported event is free to the public and offers a full day of fun for the whole family. “Expect the Spectacular” as “The Little Wave [...]

2010 PRESCOTT INDIAN ART MARKET

[ July 10, 2010; 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. July 11, 2010; 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. ] Prescott- The 2010 Prescott Indian Art Market (PIAM) will be held on the tree–shaded grounds of the Sharlot Hall Museum on July 10thth and 11th.  The Museum’s flower–lined walkways and commemorative rose garden provide an inviting backdrop for the impressive display of Indian art.

The market features both traditional and contemporary works of art, including [...]

Robert Knudson at the Frame and I Gallery and Frame Shop

[ June 1, 2010 to June 30, 2010. June 25, 2010; 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. ]

Native American Contemporary Art Exhibit

[ May 29, 2010; 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. June 1, 2010 to July 31, 2010. ] Opening Reception Saturday, May 29th, 6-8pm

Exhibit runs June 1st – July 31st

Flagstaff- The Native American Contemporary Art Exhibit, presented by Flagstaff Cultural Partners, highlights the creativity of local and regional artists.  A stunning display of traditional and contemporary Native American arts will be on exhibit at the Coconino Center for the Arts, June 1st through July [...]

Summer Membership Show, “Dreams” opens at Jerome Artists Cooperative Gallery June 5th, runs through July 15th

[ June 5, 2010 to July 15, 2010. ] Jerome- If you’ve been dreaming of visiting historical Jerome, AZ, then wait no longer! This quaint mountain town offers some of the region’s best shopping experiences. Home to unique shops, galleries and restaurants, Jerome is sure to provide you with a memorable experience.

The Jerome Artist’s Cooperative Gallery invites you to visit on June 5th, for [...]

Kids Squared Children’s Program

[ June 1, 2010; 10:00 am to 11:00 am. June 2, 2010; 10:00 am to 11:00 am. June 3, 2010; 10:00 am to 11:00 am. June 4, 2010; 10:00 am to 11:00 am. June 7, 2010; 10:00 am to 11:00 am. June 8, 2010; 10:00 am to 11:00 am. June 9, 2010; 10:00 am to 11:00 am. June 10, 2010; 10:00 am to 11:00 am. June 11, 2010; 10:00 am to 11:00 am. June 14, 2010; 10:00 am to 11:00 am. June 15, 2010; 10:00 am to 11:00 am. June 16, 2010; 10:00 am to 11:00 am. June 17, 2010; 10:00 am to 11:00 am. June 18, 2010; 10:00 am to 11:00 am. June 21, 2010; 10:00 am to 11:00 am. June 22, 2010; 10:00 am to 11:00 am. June 23, 2010; 10:00 am to 11:00 am. June 24, 2010; 10:00 am to 11:00 am. June 25, 2010 10:00 am to June 26, 2010 11:00 am. June 28, 2010; 10:00 am to 11:00 am. June 29, 2010; 10:00 am to 11:00 am. June 30, 2010; 10:00 am to 11:00 am. July 1, 2010; 10:00 am to 11:00 am. July 2, 2010; 10:00 am to 11:00 am. July 6, 2010; 10:00 am to 11:00 am. July 7, 2010; 10:00 am to 11:00 am. July 8, 2010; 10:00 am to 11:00 am. July 9, 2010; 10:00 am to 11:00 am. July 12, 2010; 10:00 am to 11:00 am. July 13, 2010; 10:00 am to 11:00 am. July 14, 2010; 10:00 am to 11:00 am. July 15, 2010; 10:00 am to 11:00 am. July 16, 2010; 10:00 am to 11:00 am. July 19, 2010; 10:00 am to 11:00 am. July 20, 2010; 10:00 am to 11:00 am. July 21, 2010; 10:00 am to 11:00 am. July 22, 2010; 10:00 am to 11:00 am. July 23, 2010; 10:00 am to 11:00 am. July 26, 2010; 10:00 am to 11:00 am. July 27, 2010; 10:00 am to 11:00 am. July 28, 2010; 10:00 am to 11:00 am. July 29, 2010; 10:00 am to 11:00 am. July 30, 2010; 10:00 am to 11:00 am. August 2, 2010; 10:00 am to 11:00 am. August 3, 2010; 10:00 am to 11:00 am. August 4, 2010; 10:00 am to 11:00 am. August 5, 2010; 10:00 am to 11:00 am. August 6, 2010; 10:00 am to 11:00 am. August 9, 2010; 10:00 am to 11:00 am. August 10, 2010; 10:00 am to 11:00 am. August 11, 2010; 10:00 am to 11:00 am. August 12, 2010; 10:00 am to 11:00 am. August 13, 2010; 10:00 am to 11:00 am. August 16, 2010; 10:00 am to 11:00 am. August 17, 2010; 10:00 am to 11:00 am. August 18, 2010; 10:00 am to 11:00 am. August 19, 2010; 10:00 am to 11:00 am. August 20, 2010; 10:00 am to 11:00 am. August 23, 2010; 10:00 am to 11:00 am. August 24, 2010; 10:00 am to 11:00 am. August 25, 2010; 10:00 am to 11:00 am. August 26, 2010; 10:00 am to 11:00 am. August 27, 2010; 10:00 am to 11:00 am. August 30, 2010; 10:00 am to 11:00 am. August 31, 2010; 10:00 am to 11:00 am. September 1, 2010; 10:00 am to 11:00 am. September 2, 2010; 10:00 am to 11:00 am. September 3, 2010; 10:00 am to 11:00 am. ] Heritage Square Trust is proud to announce the second annual Kids Squared on Heritage Square. Kids Squared is a free, fun and educational program for children ranging from 2-14. Our events will take place every week Monday through Friday (excepting holidays) from 10-11am. Some programs will be more appropriate for younger children and some for [...]

Holiday Boutique

[ November 12, 2010; 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. November 13, 2010; 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. ] November 12-13, 2010 (Friday/Saturday)
Holiday Boutique
10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Mountain Valley Church of God
8123 E. Manley Drive (Hwy. 69; 2 miles N. on Robert Road to Manley)
Prescott Valley, AZ
Sponsored by the Lonesome Valley Quilt Guild
Fundraiser: to support LVQG’s various area charity groups
Free Admission; Free refreshments provided by the LVQG members.
All hand-crafted items (quilts, wall hangings, table [...]

New Works by Hopi Indians

[ June 18, 2010 to July 14, 2010. June 25, 2010; 5:00 pm to 7:30 pm. ]

Eye on the Mountain June Art Show

[ May 27, 2010; 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. June 4, 2010; June 11, 2010; 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. June 25, 2010; 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. June 26, 2010; 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. ] Featured Artist:
Dana Cohn
Eye on the Mnt Art Gallery
117 N. McCormick St.
Prescott
Dana is a local artist and teacher with big tallent, he is known for his epic grand-scale canvas pieces and etchings. He will provide several new pieces for this show to follow up his local debut at the ”Sacred Bean” (April-May 2010).  If you liked what you [...]

Prescott Art Beads and Charms

Tis Collection Beads

Pictured above:
Cholla bead by Mary Kaye O’Neill, beaded beads by Sandra Cummings, cast silver beads by Brenda Behrens and glass bead earrings by Patricia Tyser Carberry

Contact Us

105 S. Cortez Street
Prescott, Arizona 86303
928-775-0223

Mon./Tues./Thurs./Sat.10 – 5
Fri. 10 – 7

Sun. 12 – 5
(Closed Weds.)

tisart1@cableone.net

Just in [...]

SUMMER RUG AUCTION – OVER 300 NAVAJO RUGS OFFERED FOR SALE

[ July 23, 2010; 1:00 pm; July 24, 2010; 10:00 am; ] The Smoki Museum of American Indian Art and Culture is pleased to announce its annual Summer Rug Auction to be held on July 23-24, 2010.

The preview times will be Friday, July 23rd from 1-4:30PM with the auction starting at 5PM. The Preview on Saturday the 24th will be from 10-12:30PM with the auction starting [...]

2010 Heritage Program

[ May 29, 2010 to May 30, 2010. June 12, 2010; 12:00 pm; July 3, 2010 to July 4, 2010. August 7, 2010 to August 8, 2010. September 18, 2010; 2:00 pm; October 23, 2010 to October 24, 2010. December 11, 2010; 2:00 pm; ] 2010 Heritage Program

In the Spirit of Community, Culture, and Creativity

Festivals

MNA’s four annual festivals highlight the region’s cultures and encourage the creative exchange of stories and ideas. Music, art, and presentations fill the weekend-long celebrations. New year-round monthly Insight Presentations, sponsored in part by [...]

Mountain Artists Gallery Schedule of Events

[ March 19, 2010 to July 4, 2010. ] Schedule of Events: These Events are Free!

Emerging Artists – Gallery Show

Dates: May 6 through August 21, 2010

Hours: M – F / 10 to 4pm, Sat & Sun / 11 to 3pm

Contact: See above

See works by artists of the future; paintings in watercolor, oils and acrylics, along with photography, glass work, jewelry, woodwork and [...]

Sharlot Hall Museum April-June 2010 Schedule of Events as of March 9, 2010

[ April 17, 2010; 10:30 am; 1:00 pm; April 18, 2010; 1:00 pm; April 24, 2010; 1:00 pm; 7:30 pm; May 1, 2010; 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. May 8, 2010; 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. May 14, 2010; 7:30 pm; May 15, 2010; 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. 10:30 am to 1:00 pm. 7:30 pm; May 16, 2010; 1:00 pm; May 20, 2010; 6:30 pm; May 21, 2010; 7:30 pm; May 22, 2010; 10:30 am; 1:00 pm; 2:00 pm; 7:30 pm; May 29, 2010; 10:30 am; 1:00 pm; 7:30 pm; June 5, 2010; 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. June 6, 2010; 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. June 11, 2010; 7:30 pm; June 12, 2010; 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. 7:30 pm; June 17, 2010; 6:30 pm; June 18, 2010; 7:30 pm; June 19, 2010; 10:30 am to 1:00 pm. 2:00 pm; 7:30 pm; June 23, 2010; 7:00 pm; June 26, 2010; 7:30 pm; ] Thursday, April 1

April Foolishness, 5 p.m.-9 p.m.

The Prescott Area Independent Restaurant and Bar Association presents an evening of food, wine, beer and music to help support Sharlot Hall Museum. The party starts at the Museum (415 W. Gurley St., Prescott), 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., and continues from 7 p.m. [...]

Vigraha Gallery

[ August 25, 2010; 7:00 pm; 7:00 pm; ]

Mountain Artists Guild Art Scholarship Competition

Mountain Artists Guild Art Scholarship Competition

The Mountain Artists Guild will be awarding five $1,000.00 scholarships to qualifying Quad Cities art students to assist with their college education. Dead line is April 9, 2010.

To apply please contact your high school or college art department or check our website at; www.mountainartistsguild.org

Mountain Artists [...]

Mountain Artists Guild Kids ArtFest 2010

Mountain Artists Guild Kids ArtFest 2010

Summer art program

5 days of mixed media art instruction

Ages 8 and up

2 sessions to choose from:

June 21-25 or July 19-23

10 a.m. – 3 p.m. M-F

Plus reception for kids art at 4th Fri. Artwalk

Cost: $200 for nonmembers; $150 for members

Location: Mountain Artists Guild

228 N. Alarcon, Prescott AZ 86301

(928) 445-2510

[Additional info [...]

Urban Planning Innovator Paolo Soleri Presents Work at “3D City: Future China” Exhibit in Beijing

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Arcosanti-Architect Paolo Soleri will speak at the opening of an exhibition featuring his work at the Beijing Center for the Arts, which will run from November 29, 2009 – February 28, 2010.

Arcosanti, Arizona, November 25, 2009 – On November 28, 2009, architect Paolo Soleri will speak at the Beijing Center of the Arts (BCA) [...]

Local Quilter Donates Quilt for Raffle by Friends of PPL

Quilt Raffle Flyer 11-16-09[1]

Consider a gift to yourself and the library. Local quilter Bettie Setz created and donated a gorgeous quilt to raise funds to enhance the library’s fiber arts collection. Once you see it on display at the Downtown Library, you will want to purchase raffle tickets ($1 each, or 6 for $5). The winning ticket will [...]

Rescue Group Seeks Artists to Create Pet Dishes

United Animal Friends is seeking artists and potters to make bowls for their annual Woof Down Lunch event. Call Jean Lutz at 928-445-3553 or go to UAF’s website at www.unitedanimalfriends.org for details.

Rescue Group Seeks Artists to Create Pet Dishes

 (Courtesy photo by Bonny Lepore) United Animal Friends (UAF) is looking for artists to create pet-safe bowls, for its “Woof Down Lunch” fundraiser scheduled for Spring.

Prescott- United Animal Friends (UAF) is looking for potters and artists to create dog and cat bowls for its second annual Woof Down Lunch fundraiser that will take place on the Courthouse Plaza in spring of 2010. All proceeds support UAF’s Spay/Neuter Program.

Anyone interested in crafting a pet-friendly and pet-safe bowl for the event [...]

Exhibition of Judith Durr Paintings Opens Oct. 17 at Sharlot Hall Museum

[ March 18, 2010 to July 11, 2010. ] Prescott- Arizona artist Judith Durr’s “illusion of realism” paintings will grace Sharlot Hall Museum beginning October 17 when her “Enduring Legacy” exhibition opens its four-month run at the Museum’s John and Helen Lawler Exhibit Center Gallery. The exhibition is included with Museum admission, which is free for Museum members and children under 18, and $5 [...]

ATTENTION: Prescott Area Artists, Graphic Artists, Designers, Students, and All Interested Persons AN INVITATION TO GET A HEAD START ON CELEBRATING ARIZONA’S STATE CENTENNIAL HERE IN PRESCOTT.

AN INVITATION

TO GET A HEAD START ON

CELEBRATING ARIZONA’S STATE CENTENNIAL

HERE IN PRESCOTT.

Arizona Centennial Celebrations will take place throughout the State from February 2011 to February 2012, and it’s time to start getting ready!  Here’s how you can contribute to making Prescott’s participation a fabulous once-in-a-lifetime experience.

The City needs a logo – an [...]

Award-winning, Green Architect Paolo Soleri Helps Kick-off Rome’s Festa dell'Architettura

Arcosanti- Acclaimed architect Paolo Soleri will speak in Rome on September 28, 2009 at an event introducing the upcoming Festa dell’Architettura di Roma. Arcosanti, Arizona, September 23, 2009 — An introductory, public event celebrating the Festa dell’Architettura di Roma, which will open in 2010, will be held on September 28, 2009 at 10:00 a.m. at [...]

From Gail Mangham, The Artist’s Path

Hi Everyone,

And I do mean everyone—I’m sending this out to my entire email directory and hope you will pass it along to interested parties  all over the world.

I am writing a vision statement for the non profit I’m forming, The Artist’s Path (www.theartistspath.org) to be used in sundry ways—grant writing, speeches, introductory letters to name [...]