introduction

Theresa McMullan, Chief Executive Officer Grand Canyon Conservancy

Welcome to the 14th Annual Celebration of Art. Attracting artists, art collectors, park supporters, and art lovers worldwide, this year’s event features 23 artists from six states.

Blazes of light and subtlety of darkness, shadows from the early morning and the golden light of sunset, from the shores of the river to the sheer cliffs below the rim and the mountains in the distance, this year’s body of work inspires the sense of wonder that is Grand Canyon.

This catalog features studio-produced paintings of spectacular vistas and Grand Canyon scenes submitted by participating artists. These paintings, along with the plein air work created during the 2022 Celebration of Art, will be offered for sale online and in-person at Kolb Studio from September 18, 2022, to January 16, 2023. Proceeds from the sale contribute to a future art venue to showcase the art and other collections of Grand Canyon Conservancy and the National Park Service.

The board of directors and staff of Grand Canyon Conservancy wish to express our deep appreciation to the generous sponsors, volunteers, art patrons, the National Park Service, and most of all, the talented and dedicated artists who participate in and support this unique event.