Capturing the likeness and essence of another living being is no easy feat, but for artists Judith Dickinson, Ted Nuttall and Robin Damore, it’s a passion. In this week’s Art Discovery, these talented portrait artists share how they each approach portraiture, how they capture the essence of their subjects, what draws them to portraiture, and […]
Month: January 2023
In the News: Scottsdale Progress
The Scottsdale Progress’s Alex Gallagher recently visited the Celebration of Fine Art to talk with Susan Morrow Potje, show director and curator, along with several artists about the history of Arizona’s longest-running art show.
Meet the Artist: Priscilla Nelson ‘This Is No Dress Rehearsal’
“This is not a dress rehearsal. This is your one and only chance.” Those words are what urged Priscilla Nelson to pursue art as a career. Before that, she was on the path to medical school, majoring in biology. Though she loved art and seemed to have a natural inclination for it, as a profession, […]
Art Discovery Recap: Timeless Traditions
Meet the artists who’ve dedicated years of their lives to studying some of the timeless traditions of art and craftsmanship. From the ancient art of Japanese kimono making to hand stone carving to saddle making, these artists found their passion in traditions that have been passed down through generations.
In the News: Fox 10
Fox 10’s Tom Ferguson took a stroll through the big white tents in this fun interview with several Celebration artists.
Artist Reveal: Metal Unleashed His Inner Artist
Some people are lucky enough to know at a very early age what they will be when they grow up. Even fewer are lucky enough to actually be that thing when they do in fact grow up. Artist Parker McDonald had both.