Chandler Center for the Arts today announced that Ocotillo Golf Resort will serve as a sponsor of the Center’s 2016-17 season of performances, exhibits and cultural experiences. “Ocotillo Golf Resort is excited to partner with the Chandler Center for the Arts’ 27th season,” said Deborah Hoogestraat, owner of Ocotillo Golf Resort. “This facility has a…
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Clubs & Classes, August 2016
Desert Artists continue to meet all summer long
Marilyn Conner The numbers are smaller, but the fellowship remains. Summertime is quieter time here in Sun Lakes. Those of us that brave the brutal summers often are found on Wednesdays from 9:00 a.m.-?? (sometime in the afternoon), at Sun Lakes Country Club in the Arts and Crafts Room painting, drawing, doodling, whatever, along with…
Clubs & Classes, July 2016
Spirit of the Desert Gourd Patch has new website
Spirit of the Desert is a gourd patch (or club) based in Sun Lakes. We have members from all over the Valley. Our new website at SpiritDesertGourds.com is designed for the patch members and the public also. The newest addition of members’ work can allow the public to shop online for a very personally crafted…
Clubs & Classes, July 2016
Speaking of art…
Susan Plouzek Wow! It’s the heat of summer! Yet at Desert Artists’ Club it’s nice and cool. It’s interesting and satisfying to see the current work that each artist is creating. Some are painting beautiful watercolors, gouache, inks, acrylics and oils. Some artists are drawing wonderful portraits of people or pets, using pastels, colored pencils…
Clubs & Classes, July 2016
Desert Artists continue to create this summer
The numbers are smaller, but the fellowship remains. Summertime is quieter time here in Sun Lakes. Those of us that brave the brutal summers often are found on Wednesdays from 9:00 a.m. until ___? (sometime in the afternoon), at Sun Lakes Country Club in the Arts and Crafts Room painting, drawing, doodling, whatever, along with…
Clubs & Classes, June 2016
Desert Artists Club
Marilyn Conner The numbers are smaller, but the fellowship remains. Summertime is quieter time here in Sun Lakes. Those of us that brave the brutal summers often are found on Wednesdays from 9:00 a.m.-? (sometime in the afternoon), at Sun Lakes Country Club in the Arts and Crafts Room painting, drawing, doodling, whatever; along with…
Clubs & Classes, June 2016
Watermedia Club – “Our Chickens Have Roosted”
Rose Sumners “All about chickens” would express the effect of the Watermedia Club’s latest exhibit in the Art Room. Chickens always provide some excitement through their colors, variety and the opportunity for artists to focus on one object while painting. Each fowl subject seems to communicate checking out his territory; hens, roosters and whole pens…
Clubs & Classes, June 2016
Spirit of the Desert Gourd Patch members enjoy interesting classes
Colleen McKnight There are so many things to love about gourds – the form, coloring techniques, weaving, beading, carving and wood burning. And here are the top 10 things you will love about being a member of Spirit of the Desert Gourd Patch, the largest, most active patch in the Arizona Gourd Society. 10. You’ll…
Clubs & Classes, May 2016
Meet Desert Artists Club member Judy Maier
One example of Judy’s work Judy Maier[/caption]Judy Maier I joined The Desert Artist Club because I enjoy painting. The people are helpful, positive and encouraging to all that I do. The exposure to fresh ideas and the camaraderie adds to the personal enjoyment. Occasionally we have special programs which broaden my interests. We have had…
Clubs & Classes, May 2016
Watermedia Club – purple and blue
Planning for summer included our decision to continue meeting every week at our regular time to paint together. Tuesdays at 1:00 p.m., noon for early birds marks our gathering. Please come and join us if you are interested. The gallery in our meeting room off the Cottonwood Atrium shows “Purple and Blue” until May…