3/1: Unexpected Mediums
In the hands of an artist almost any material can be turned into a work of art. Discover the creative vision that inspires artists to use unexpected media to incorporate and convey their message through their works of art.
2/23: Realism Revealed
Some works of art invite a second look to determine if it is a painting or if it is real. The trompe l’oeil style of painting creates an optical illusion of three-dimensional space and objects on a two-dimensional surface. Discover the inspiration and techniques that imbue these works with life.
2/16: Nature Calls
Wildlife and nature have been the muse of artists for centuries. For many, being out in nature and experiencing the wild feeds the soul and renews the spirit. Wildlife artists capture the sensation of being close to nature and allow us to bring it home. Discover the stories shared through their works of art.
2/9: Multi-Dimensional Jewelry
Jewelry is art in the wearable form. These miniature sculptures are constructed from a variety of materials often combining carving, weaving, metalsmithing, and stone placement. Hear from some of our multi-talented jewelers.
2/2: Mixing of Media
There is an art to mixing various media to create complete and comprehensive works of art. Learn where the creative vision comes from and how artists decide which elements to combine as they build their inspirational works of art.
1/26: Architecture & Art Influence
Art and architecture have influenced each other throughout time. Learn how artists have been inspired by architecture and how they incorporate architectural elements into their designs. Also, discover how art can enhance the architectural elements of a home or building.
1/19: The Way of the West
The history of the Western Cowboys, Buckaroos and Native Americans has an intrigue that has captured the hearts of many artists and collectors. Hear what inspires these artists and how they are preserving the history of the West through art.
Artist Reveal: Excavation Her Own Unique Art Form
There was no question Brit Hansen was going to make a career out of art, but it took some exploration and excavation to find her unique style––one that makes her heart sing.
A fourth-generation artist, Brit studied fine art in college where she also found her way to block printing. She fell in love with the craft, but for many years it remained a creative outlet. Following college, Brit worked as a professional photographer for many years, but then, life intervened. She was pregnant with her first child and assigned to bed rest. The unexpected turn…
Artist Reveal: Building On a Lifetime of Art
It’s rare to meet someone who knew their life’s calling from a young age and then turned that calling into a life-long profession. It’s even more rare when that person is as equally passionate about that chosen profession today as they were when they first began the pursuit decades prior.
He seems to see the world through a series of simple forms and geometries that can be thoughtfully manipulated to create a space. He also sees the unbridled beauty in raw, natural elements like cement––materials he developed an appreciation for as an architect––which he incorporates into his pieces.
In The News: So Scottsdale Magazine
Reporter Becky Antioco from the So Scottsdale magazine recently spoke with Susan Morrow Potje, Celebration of Fine Art show director, to learn more about the show and its 34-year history. In this article, she writes about the return of the show and the spirit of connection that reverberates through the tent.