Tag: art

Desert Artists Inspired by Nature

Mixed media painting by DAC member Barbara Brown

Sue Sindelar Fall is in the air, bringing opportunities to be outside enjoying cooler weather, lots of sunshine, and renewed energy to enjoy natures’ bounties, for which we are so grateful. For Desert Artist Club members, it is time to find new subjects to draw, paint, or create in new or special mediums. We find…

Artist Wins Second Place in Competition

Joyce Weary First Responders is an oil painting by Bob Kwait, which was awarded second place at the Scottsdale Artists League’s annual summer art competition. Bob has been a life-long artist and is a member of the Oakwood Artists League here in Sun Lakes. Bob teaches oil painting classes on Wednesday mornings in the Arts and…

Desert Artists Club Memories

Fall social event of 2019

Sue Sindelar Hello all DAC members. Here we are in September of 2020. Quite a different time in our lives from last year when we had a fun social gathering at Maynard Iverson’s home in September. There was great conversation, delicious food, and we all had a wonderful experience. This was a happier time, free…

Artists Who Aspire to Inspire

"I Nita Help" Nita Metzbower to the rescue

Linda Shanahan Anita Metzbower, she’s a real rock star Need some help? You needn’t look far Botched your piece? You’re not alone She’ll help you solder or set a stone You’ll always find her in the shop You ask for help; She’ll always stop She loves lost wax and silver, too But most of all…

Desert Artists Club News

Featured DAC artist Branka Grgurovic

Sue Sindelar As all Sun Lakes clubs continue to take a safety break from our regular meetings and gatherings, Desert Artists Club members have prime time to create wonderful artworks to share at our next “Share Your Art” exhibit. We had such a wonderful display of art and a great time visiting and sharing techniques…

Art at the Lakes 2020 March 7

Art at the Lakes

Diane Hitt Come one, come all to the largest art show fundraiser in Sun Lakes — Art at the Lakes 2020. You’ve read about it for months. Now is your chance to enjoy the Sun Lakes art scene around a beautiful lake. The show is Saturday, March 7, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. with…

Variety Is the Spice of “Art at the Lakes”

Diane Hitt Need jewelry for a new outfit, occasion, or gift? There will be hundreds of pieces for sale from which to choose. There is a variety, including hand-polished stone wrapped with wire; leather bracelets with pearls or stones; and necklaces, bracelets, and earrings with any stone imaginable, and some artists will let you order…

Desert Artists Club News

Sue Sindelar The DAC began the 2020 new year with a room full of diverse and fun artists. It was great seeing some of our winter members again in January. The DAC creativity was alive and well. For those of you who are new to Sun Lakes (or not) and would like to join our…

Personalized Painting Instruction

Margaret Crusoe Have you ever wanted to learn to paint with acrylic paints? This could be your opportunity to try them out. I have over 20 years of teaching experience, with a bachelor’s degree in Art Education. My paintings have sold in open air art markets and other venues. The cost is $120 (non-refundable) for…