In our Gratitude Series, we explore the relationship between art and gratitude, and the impact both have on our world. Martin Blundell, an oil painter based in Bountiful, Utah, believes art has the power to create new realities and understanding for people. Leading with this philosophy, Martin approaches his artwork with a dedication to inspire […]
Month: January 2020
Opening Night of the 30th Annual Celebration of Fine Art
Now celebrating its 30th year, the Celebration of Fine Art is widely recognized for a diverse array of exceptional art, but more importantly for an inviting and interactive atmosphere that encourages connection between art lovers and artists. It’s because of this atmosphere and the ability to interact with artists and learn about their process that […]
In the News: Scottsdale Progress
With the Celebration of Fine Art now in its 30th year, the Scottsdale Progress recently highlighted how the show got its start, what sets it apart from other fine art shows and how the community has embraced its unique model of connecting artists to art lovers under a 40,000 square foot tent. Read the article […]
Episode 9: Graydon Foulger, Kirk Randle & Marty Le Messurier
Thirty years ago, as Tom and Ann Morrow prepared for the inaugural Celebration of Fine Art, over one hundred artists submitted samples of their work to be considered for the show. Among those selected to participate were painters Graydon Foulger, Marty Le Messurier and Kirk Randle. Incredibly, these three haven’t missed a year ever since. […]
Three Decades of Connecting Artists and Art Lovers
In 1989, Tom and Ann Morrow were vacationing in Southern California when they came upon a trio of art festivals: the Laguna Beach Festival of Arts, the Laguna Art-A-Fair and the Sawdust Art Festival. Known as one of the West’s top art destinations, it was only natural Laguna Beach would appeal to Tom and Ann’s […]
In the News: Desert Ridge Lifestyles
Our neighbors in Desert Ridge shared the exciting news… the Celebration of Fine Art is BACK for the 30th year! Learn what to expect under the show’s famous “big white tent,” including works of art in every medium from 100 acclaimed and emerging artists from around the United States. Read the article here.
30 Years: Celebrating Three Artists Who’ve Been Here Since the Beginning
In 1990, Tom and Ann Morrow put out a call to artists to gauge their interest in participating in a new kind of art show in Scottsdale, Arizona. To their delight, hundreds of artists responded, so the Morrows set up a jurying event in a rented garage in the Scottsdale Airpark to select the final […]
In the News: AZ Redbook
This winter, AZ Redbook chats with Susan Morrow Potje about what’s in store for the 30th anniversary of the Celebration of Fine Art, including the storied history of the show, what types of art visitors can expect to see and the latest on the popular Art Discovery Series. “Three decades ago, my parents had a […]