FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 5, 2008

 
Gallery Show Announcements




Western Artwalk: Swearngin, Pirie, Franza, Beck and Archibald

October 16, 2008 - Come join us at our Scottsdale Gallery for this very exciting opening of the season with the Western Art Walk. This special event coincides with the Cowboy Artists of America exhibition and auction which takes place at the Phoenix Art Museum. Internationally recognized artist, Michael Swearngin will be presenting his newest paintings with their distinctive feel for the contemporary West. Along with Michael we will be introducing new to the gallery, but certainly not to the art world, Roger Archibald, whose exquisite work in graphite pencil has been a mainstay in the western art market for decades, Lynn Pirie, whose paintings on silk are vibrant and fun in thier presentation, and metal sculptress Heidie Beck. We also welcome our own bronze master and local delight, Carol Ruff Franza.

Please join us and meet these very talented artists and enjoy their latest creations.

Artist Reception: 6:00 - 9:00 PM






Savor Scottsdale Art Walk featuring works by Patrick Coffaro

October 23, 2008 - What a fun evening this promises to be! How can the vibrant, bold imagination of Patrick Coffaro, combined with wine tasting, food samplings, strolling instrumentalists and a cool Arizona evening be any better? Please join us at this art reception and meet Patrick while he paints in the gallery. Coffaro is an internationally collected artist and is in several museums nation-wide including the Eiteljorg, Laguna Beach, and our own Desert Botanical Gardens.

In addtion to great art, the Savor Scottdale Art Walk features many local restaurants displaying their best dishes.

Artist Reception: 7:00 - 9:00 pm.






Wearable Art Walk

November 6, 2008 - Scottsdale Fashion Week begins with a unique art walk here in the Joan Cawley Gallery. Patrick Coffaro, Frank Ybarra, David Manje, Robert Rivera, Molly Heizer, Alvin Gill-Tapia and many of the gallery artists have created one of a kind hand painted and decorated jean jackets, which will be worn by lovely models who will be walking through the gallery and on Main Street wearing these unique creations. Aside from our gallery, participating designers from all over the world will congregate along the waterfront and down Main Street to exhibit there fashion creations for 2009.

Please join us from 6:00 - 9:00 pm.






Fiesta Bowl Art Walk

December 27, 2008 - Patrick Coffaro, Carol Ruff Franza, and a few drop ins will be celebrating the festive season with treats, music, and art at all the galleries on Main Street. This is always a fun art walk with the festivities in the midst of the joyous holiday season.

Come and celebrate with us from 12:00 - 5:00 p.m. Ride Ollie the Trolley, see the clowns and stilt walkers and enjoy and afternoon of art.






Francisco Romero and Alvin Gill-Tapia

January 8, 2009 - Hispanic culture will be celebrated like no other for this colorful, warm glimpse into the art of the Hispanic people. Francisco Romero and Alvin Gill-Tapia both depict the missions, family life, and fun of the old and contemporary southwest region.

Come and meet these talented artists from 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. and learn of the world that inspires them.






Robert Rivera

February 5, 2009 - We will set aside two full days to enjoy the remarkable creations of Smithsonian dimentional artist, Robert Rivera. This is one of the highlights of the year. Our gallery is filled to the rafters with creations in copper, textiles, wood, bronze, leathers, gourds and clay. Mr. Rivera, whose work is best described as inspirational and always beautiful, will be here describing the articles of antiquity he incorporates into his work, as well as the Native American legends that have inspired him. This year Robert is also adding some African artifacts into his work that promise to be intriguing and of course unique. This is one of our most popular shows with collectors, the media, and the curious, so come early and reserve your piece before it is gone.

Artist Reception: Thursday, February 5th from 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. and Saturday, February 7th from 12:00 - 4:00 p.m.






Albert Dreher and Jim Adkins Exhibit

February 19, 2009 - These highly disciplined and precise artists go so well together that we combine their show every year.

Albert Dreher works in an oil wash on his own linen blend paper and paints the architecture of the ancients in a vibrant, futuristic realm. His frames are a part of the artwork. Albert is collected internationally and his imagery has a dramatic and lasting effect on your soul.

Jim Adkins is a master wood turner and his respect for the Native American basket weavers is displayed in the wonderful and incomprehensible accuracy and detail of his woodwork.

Please come and join us from 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. for this all- popular exhibition.






Molly Heizer

March 7, 2009 - Whimsy, history and legend are the themes of the day when Molly Heizer is in the gallery. Molly takes the Kachina's and the animals and gives us an intimate view of the way they are revered and thought of in the Native American culture. Her ceramic totems are sought after and collected internationally. Molly's wonderful sense of humor and her knowledge of what every creature is capable of teaching are fascinating to listen to.

Please join us for this journey into the wonderful mind of the Southwestern culture as seen through this earthy and humble artist.

Artist Reception: Saturday 12:00 - 5:00 p.m.






Amy Ringholtz

March 26, 2009 - Just back from her five month safari to Africa, Amy Ringholz will be here displaying her love for the animals. Amy's unique style of oil and ink is recognized in the art world as a force to be dealt with. At the young age of 31, Amy is sought after, collected and viewed as an accomplished painter. Known for her eyes that depict the character of the animal she paints, she is viewed by both collector and artists alike with awe and respect.

Please come and meet Miss Ringholz and her of her latest travels, her latest ideas and view her 2009 collection.

Artist Receptions: Thursday, March 26th from 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. and Saturday, March 28th from 12:00 - 4:00 p.m.






Frank Ybarra, David Manje and Su Douglas Manje

April 9, 2009 - As the nights warm up, please come and meet local artists Frank Ybarra, David Manje and Su Douglas Manje. See their latest paintings which depict the landscapes of the Southwest and the familiar neighborhood landmarks that make Arizona great.

Artist Reception: 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.






S.J. Shaffer

April 16, 2009 - The gallery will be introducing S.J. Shaffer at this art walk. Ms. Shaffer, although new to the gallery, has been an accomplished Arizona artist for several years. She is collected internationally and has had several articles written up on her depiction of southwest life styles. As the season winds down please come meet this Sedona Artist and relish in her fun view of family and friends in the southwest.

Artist Reception: 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.




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