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100 local and nationally-acclaimed painters, sculptors, jewelers, wood and glass artists, photographers, and artists working with mixed media. Other highlights include entertainment, in-booth artist demonstrations, and special exhibits dedicated to wildlife and desert preservation.
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| Hosted by: |
The non-profit Sonoran Arts League. Based in Carefree and Cave Creek, Arizona, Sonoran Arts League is dedicated to the promotion of art, artists, and art education, affirming the belief that art and artistic awareness is essential to the well being of life and the community. The non-profit organization’s 400+ members actively participate in community outreach programs, including mentoring programs, workshops, seminars, fundraisers, and other activities, such as the Empty Bowls Project each October, and the Hidden in the Hills Studio Tour every November. |
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| Dates: |
April 4, 5 & 6, 2008
Friday, Saturday and Sunday 10am-5pm
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| Location: |
Carefree
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| Highlights: |
- Carefree Farmer's Market will take place in conjunction with the Festival in the Carefree Town Center Amphitheatre. The market will feature fresh produce, chef demonstrations, organic meats and cheeses, specialty Italian entrees, tamales, award-winning salsas, luscious desserts, pastries and freshly-baked artisan breads.
- “A Brush With Fine Art” is a popular interactive activity that allows patrons to try their hand at painting. Two tents will be set up with several canvases, paints and brushes inside. Each canvas will have a recognizable image gridded into 4”x6” squares. Similar to a mosaic style, adults and children will be able to paint a square and contribute to the overall piece of art.
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| Entertainment: |
Fri., April 4:
10 a.m. to 1 p.m. – The Pete Pancrazi Duo
2 p.m. to 5 p.m. – Michael Golding Jazz and Classical Keyboardist
Sat., April 5:
10 a.m. to 1p.m. – Hans Olson, Blues and Country Soloist
2 p.m. to 5 p.m. – Michael Golding Jazz and Classical Keyboardist
Sun., April 6:
10 a.m. to 1 p.m. – Grady Soigne, original keyboard compositions
2 p.m. to 5 p.m. – Island Magic, Jamaican and Steel Drums ensemble
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| Poster artist: |
Joel Wolfson, fine photographer |
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What makes this art show different:
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This juried art show is the one of the very few art shows in
Arizona
that is coordinated by artists. Festival sponsor Sonoran Arts League is also the oldest and largest arts league in
Arizona
and adheres to strict guidelines during the jurying process.
According to Beth Zink, Sonoran Festival of Fine Art co-chair, the Festival features members of the Sonoran Arts League along with several renowned artists from other states. The Festival committee adheres to strict guidelines during the jurying process when reviewing artists’ work. Each piece of art must be 100 percent hand-crafted. Imports, manufactured goods, or artwork produced with kits or other commercial methods are not allowed. In addition, the committee reviews slides of each artist’s booth and any other information pertaining to how the artist will exhibit his or her work
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| Admission: |
FREE! |
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| Information: |
Call (480) 575-6624 or email info@sonoranartsleague.org |
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