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article local schedule May 4, 2026 visibility 7 link 7 artists, 2 galleries

More than 30 exhibitions on display in May at art centers from Marco Island to Sarasota

More than 30 exhibitions are on display in May at art centers across Southwest Florida, from Marco Island to Sarasota. Venues like Art Center Sarasota host shows featuring member, regional, and nationally renowned artists, including the "North Sarasota County Schools Spring Art Show" with over 1,500 student artists, solo exhibitions by Anja Palombo and Cat Tesla, and the "Architects Who Art" show co-curated by Morris Hylton III.

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article local schedule Apr 25, 2025 visibility 4 link 11 artists

Gotta Have Art: Scottsdale galleries have evolved over decades

The article explores the evolution of art galleries in Scottsdale, Arizona, over the past several decades. It traces how the local gallery scene has transformed from a small, desert-focused art community into a diverse and sophisticated hub for contemporary, Native American, and Western art, attracting both local collectors and international visitors.

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article local schedule Apr 6, 2026 source 2 sources visibility 13 link 1 artist

43rd Ellarsie Open Announces Juror Adam Welch: Accepting Submissions Until May 6th

The Trenton City Museum has launched the call for entries for the 43rd Ellarslie Open, appointing Adam Welch as the juror for the 2026 edition. Welch, the Executive Director of the Arts Council of Princeton and a former lecturer at Princeton University, will oversee the selection process for the prestigious regional showcase. Artists from the New Jersey and Pennsylvania areas are invited to submit digital entries through May 6, with the final exhibition scheduled to open on June 6 at the historic Ellarslie Mansion.

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article local schedule Aug 4, 2025 visibility 6 link 2 artists, 2 galleries

7 Independent Phoenix Art Galleries to Explore This Summer

This article highlights seven independent art galleries in Phoenix, Arizona, that offer a cool respite from the desert summer heat. It profiles spaces like Alwun House, a historic 1912 home turned multimedia arts venue; Modified Arts and Eye Lounge, a 25-year-old artist collective; Bentley Gallery, a contemporary art space closing permanently in September; and The Sagrado Galleria, which focuses on South Phoenix community arts. Each gallery is described as a vital part of the local creative scene, showcasing everything from Indigenous-centered exhibitions to contemporary painting and sculpture.

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article local schedule Jul 28, 2025 visibility 3 link 1 artist

Upcoming Art Exhibition at CACHE – A Look Back

The Center for Art, Culture, and History—Exeter (CACHE) will host a solo sculpture exhibition by Edward Brown Dobson titled "A Look Back," opening August 2025 with a reception on August 2. Dobson, a 90-year-old Exeter native, combines influences from Native American culture, Egyptian history, and his work with metal, bronze, and wood, shaped by his background as a U.S. Air Force helicopter pilot and his studies in archaeology, anthropology, and art.

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article local schedule May 21, 2025 visibility 3 link 3 artists

Annual art exhibit by incarcerated community raises $18K for scholarship

An annual art exhibition featuring works by incarcerated individuals in Arizona sold 200 pieces on May 16, raising over $18,000 for a scholarship at Arizona State University. The show, titled "{Ink}arcerated: Creativity within Confinement," displayed more than 400 artworks and drew approximately 600 visitors to a vacant retail space at the Arizona Center in downtown Phoenix. Organized by ASU criminology professor Kevin Wright, the event has raised a cumulative total of more than $70,000 since its launch in 2017, with this year's proceeds marking the largest single-show amount to date. A second public sale is scheduled for June 6 during Phoenix's First Fridays art walk.

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article local schedule Apr 24, 2026 visibility 16 link 1 artist

Desert art and youthful joy fill Cobre Valley Center for the Arts

The Cobre Valley Center for the Arts in Arizona is hosting a month-long Desert Art Show through April, featuring hand-painted items, paintings, and photography from local and international artists including Debbie Yerkovich, Amanda Moore, Jessica Goodwin, Ivan Macarambon, and Wanda Mitchell-Tucker. During the same period, the Center celebrated the 'Week of the Young Child' with a special elementary student display titled 'A Joyful World,' showcasing artwork by local schoolchildren that explores themes of joy, family, and community. The children's exhibit also serves as a tribute to Carolyn Haro, a former key figure at the Center who had long envisioned such a display.

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article local schedule Apr 10, 2026 visibility 11 link 4 artists

Must-See Events and Exhibits at Scottsdale Arts

Scottsdale Arts has unveiled a diverse spring lineup of programming across its various venues, featuring a mix of milestone celebrations, contemporary exhibitions, and community events. Highlights include the 50th-anniversary ARTrageous Gala on April 11, the opening of Nancy Kravetz’s solo exhibition, and the 20th anniversary of Cycle the Arts, a citywide public art bicycle tour. The schedule also integrates performing arts with appearances by Americana musicians Drew Holcomb & The Neighbors and a showcase of Arizona-based choreographers.

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article local schedule Dec 8, 2025 visibility 8 link 3 artists

How a tiny Arizona town became home to a national queer arts exhibition

A small Arizona town of 1,500 residents, Tubac, is home to Bruce Baughman Studio & Gallery, an LGBTQ+-owned business run by life partners Bruce Baughman and Bill Davis. For three years (2021-2023), the gallery partnered with the Tubac Center of the Arts to host "Proud to Be Seen," a national juried exhibition of works by LGBTQ+ artists and allies. Despite backlash from some community members and the local Chamber of Commerce, the exhibition succeeded and became a local standout. Baughman, known for his reverse painting technique and bold acrylic works, has operated the gallery since 2001 after previously running a space in Saugatuck, Michigan.

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article local schedule Apr 22, 2026 visibility 6 link 3 artists, 1 gallery

Artist-run gallery in Old Town Scottsdale’s Art District among best in Valley

On The Edge Gallery, an artist-run collective in Old Town Scottsdale's Arts District, has been named one of the top 10 galleries in the Phoenix metropolitan area by Modern Luxury Magazine. The gallery operates as a co-op where local Arizona artists create the work, set their own prices, and often work on-site, allowing visitors to interact directly with the creators.

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article local schedule May 7, 2026 visibility 3

Mother-daughter artists debut first joint exhibition in Scottsdale

The article is about a mother-daughter artist duo debuting their first joint exhibition in Scottsdale, Arizona. The exhibition showcases their collaborative and individual works, highlighting their unique artistic relationship and creative dialogue.

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article local schedule May 6, 2026 visibility 7

Western Spirit Museum highlights student artists during Youth Art Month exhibit

Western Spirit Museum, Scottsdale’s Museum of the West, partnered with the Arizona Art Education Association to present a Youth Art Month exhibition from March 15 to March 28, 2025. The show featured 109 original works by students in kindergarten through 12th grade from 22 schools across Arizona, spanning multiple mediums and styles. The exhibit concluded with a student artist reception on March 28, drawing families, educators, and community members. Teachers submitted student artwork, which was reviewed and selected by the Arizona Art Education Association Youth Art Month board.

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article local schedule Apr 1, 2026 visibility 7

Arts events feature a book launch, art gallery opening, soap carving … soap carving?

Northland Pioneer College’s Performing Arts Department is set to debut a world-premiere theatrical adaptation of Jane Austen’s classic novel, "Emma." The production, which opens on April 10 at the college’s Performing Arts Center in Snowflake, Arizona, offers a fresh take on the beloved story of a well-meaning but meddlesome matchmaker.

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article local schedule Dec 19, 2025 visibility 3

4 women artists open Scottsdale gallery

Four women artists have opened a new gallery in Scottsdale, Arizona, marking a collaborative venture aimed at showcasing their work and supporting fellow female artists. The gallery, located in the city's arts district, features a rotating exhibition schedule and aims to foster a community-oriented space for contemporary art.

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