Folk art has been telling the story of local and regional communities and indigenous people for decades. Whether captured through the whimsical depiction of animals painted on a canvas or the use of repurposed collectible items in a sculpture, these works are highly collectible and bring much joy to those who collect.
Seth Fairweather is equal parts artist and solutionist. In fact, he’s crafted his occupation around solving puzzles. But these are no ordinary puzzles. Instead of the typical jigsaw-cut cardboard, Seth uses materials that are far more challenging: glass and metal.
“I think the biggest compliment an artist can get is to see people walk up to your art and be moved.” And for oil artist Becky Pashia, movement is the ultimate goal. She aims to achieve movement in each of her pieces, but more importantly, if she can move a viewer to feel something, she […]
Always in vogue, artist Barbara Rudolph’s “Bougie Birdies” graced the cover page of So Scottsdale’s “Now” editorial feature.
Scottsdale Airpark News visits the Celebration of Fine Art to learn about the 33-year-history and how the show has evolved.
Capturing the likeness and essence of another living being is no easy feat, but for artists Judith Dickinson, Ted Nuttall and Robin Damore, it’s a passion. In this week’s Art Discovery, these talented portrait artists share how they each approach portraiture, how they capture the essence of their subjects, what draws them to portraiture, and […]
The Scottsdale Progress’s Alex Gallagher recently visited the Celebration of Fine Art to talk with Susan Morrow Potje, show director and curator, along with several artists about the history of Arizona’s longest-running art show.
“This is not a dress rehearsal. This is your one and only chance.” Those words are what urged Priscilla Nelson to pursue art as a career. Before that, she was on the path to medical school, majoring in biology. Though she loved art and seemed to have a natural inclination for it, as a profession, […]
Meet the artists who’ve dedicated years of their lives to studying some of the timeless traditions of art and craftsmanship. From the ancient art of Japanese kimono making to hand stone carving to saddle making, these artists found their passion in traditions that have been passed down through generations.
Fox 10’s Tom Ferguson took a stroll through the big white tents in this fun interview with several Celebration artists.
