Cynthia Lavin won first place in the 2023 Art Show’s Special Challenge for her painting “Helen: Inspiration & Gratitude,” from the country of Georgia.
Save the Date! Fine Art Show and Sale Is Nov. 16
Emily Grotta
PebbleCreek’s talented artists have been working hard to finish the paintings and drawings they will exhibit at this year’s Art Show in the Tuscany Ballroom on Saturday, Nov. 16, from 2 to 6 p.m.
The show, one of PebbleCreek’s most popular events, provides residents and guests an opportunity to see and purchase original artwork from their neighbors and friends. Many PebbleCreekers find the show an excellent opportunity to purchase a piece of art for their homes, with the added benefit of getting to know the artist.
We thank our generous sponsors (see below), who have made the Fine Art Show one of the most highly anticipated community events. If you see or patronize these sponsors, please thank them for their support.
The event includes music by the Happy Hour band and a complimentary glass of wine for each attendee. In addition, the club raffles six baskets—each worth at least $300—the proceeds of which cover all the additional overhead costs of the show.
PebbleCreek artists paint in oil, acrylics, watercolors, and mixed media and draw in pastels, colored pencil, and charcoal or graphite, all of which will be on display. Artists range from beginners to professional, and everyone can submit a work that meets the criteria of this year’s special challenge, “In Your Wildest Dreams.”
Admission is free, but reservations are required to control attendance and thus make the viewing of the works more enjoyable for all. Watch your emails and the Post for information on how to reserve your spot on Oct. 1.
This year’s sponsors are:
Gold—$500
Arete Financial Solutions, Wealth Management and Tax Preparation
Burkhart Realty
Desert Sage Landscaping
Southwest Golf Carts
Silver—$300
Catitude Arts, Art Education, Bonnie McDonald Lewis
Free Spirit Vacations
Lupo Airport Services
Osborne Jewelers
Pino’s Construction
Rapid Roofing and Pigeon Control
Roanoke Rental LLC
Bronze—$100
Argent Solar Electric Inc
Juice Plus
TNT Lighting Pros—Landscape Specialists
West Valley Air Conditioning & Heating, LLC
Donors
Kinetico Water Systems $850 system
Maggie and George Phillippon $250
Patrons of the Arts
Gustafson Family
Julie Kelly
Loretta Pruett
Edward Sprafkin painted “White Rocks” in acrylic. Bring your own reference photo or paint from one of his.
Art Club Has a Busy Fall Planned
Emily Grotta
With the summer break behind us, the PebbleCreek Art Club’s calendar is full in September and October, offering an excellent way to explore new art techniques and improve your skills with talented instructors from the Greater Phoenix area. While classes are open to any resident or renter in PebbleCreek, other events (shown in italics) are for members only—a great reason to join the club!
The Art Club, the oldest club in PebbleCreek, provides residents with the opportunity to explore the fine arts. Whether you are a person who “can’t draw a straight line” or a seasoned artist with years of experience, we urge you to explore the opportunities available to you. Membership is only $25 a year and members enjoy discounted class fees and many member-only events. Learn more at the Art Club’s open house on Saturday, Oct. 19, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Classes
Please see the online listings on the pcartclub.org home page for more information about the instructor, supply lists and registration deadlines.
Three landscape painting classes with Edward Sprafkin. Whether you are new to landscapes, or this is your preferred subject, the daily demonstrations and review of fundamentals will improve your skills in oil, acrylic or watercolor. You can take one, two or all these classes. $50 for members and $70 for nonmembers.
* Friday and Saturday, Sept. 20 and 21: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
* Friday Oct. 4 and Friday, Oct. 11: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
* Friday, Oct. 18 and Saturday, Oct. 26: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Two live model portrait drawing classes with Edward Sprafkin. Working from a live model has been the base of artistic training for centuries. There is no better way to learn drawing or painting than working directly from the source. You can take one or both classes. $50 for members and $70 for nonmembers.
* Saturday, Oct. 5 and Saturday, Oct. 12: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
* Tuesday, Oct. 15 and Tuesday, Oct. 22: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Painting Quail and Hummingbirds in Acrylic with Beth Zink: Thursday, Oct. 17, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
* Spend a full day with Beth Zink, learning to paint in her trademark bright and vibrant colors. Instruction is for all abilities as she takes you step-by-step through her process. All materials are supplied! $126 for members, $146 for nonmembers.
Acrylic Painting Tutorial with Julie Larson: Sunday, Oct. 20, 1 to 3 p.m.
* A step-by-step class for beginners with instruction on how to mix colors, hold the brush, and apply paint to canvas. The instructor provides all supplies. $38 for members, $58 for nonmembers.
September Members Only Events
* Sept. 6: First Friday Lunch at Eagle’s Nest.
* Sept. 11: All mediums critique, 1 to 3 p.m.
* Sept. 12: PC Art Club Sketchers Workshop, 9:30 a.m. to noon
* Sept. 16: Mid-Month Mingle at Eagle’s Nest
* Sept. 29: Art Club Meeting, 9:30 a.m.