Theodore Lukits (1897-1992) “Senorita Carlita Lopez” circa 1928, oil on panel, 36” x 30”
J. WILLOTT GALLERY, El Paseo, PalmPalm Desert, CA 760-568-3180 DESERT ART•SCENE EDENHURST GALLERY Fine73190 Art, 73-660 El Paseo, Desert, CA 760-346-79001
Photographer Michael Childers to Unveil AUTHOR, AUTHOR, April 13, 2011 Rancho Mirage Public Library World-renowned photographer Michael Childers’ work will be the subject of a special exhibition at the Rancho Mirage Public Library titled AUTHOR, AUTHOR, featuring over 40 intimate and original portraits of writers, screenwriters and playwrights taken from the 1960s through today. The show will launch with a special artist’s reception from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. and the public is invited to attend. Childers is known for his fine art photographs of legendary movie stars, artists and other iconic luminaries. What makes AUTHOR, AUTHOR so rare, is the fact that writers typically become known for their work Tennessee Williams photo, by and not themselves. The literary star tends to let the written prose speak for itself, while the writer stays rather Michael Childers anonymous in light of the lens. Childers has managed to cultivate a seminal collection of portraits of the likes of Ray Bradbury and Tennessee Williams to contemporary writers like Jackie Collins, Michael Cunningham and Christopher Rice, exposing the enigmatic personae of those who have contributed greatly to our annals of great books. For more information call KIMBERLY NICHOLS at 760-464-6000 or via email knr@dc.rr.com.
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Larissa Morais
“Desire”
Oil On Canvas
Where Collectors make Bold Choices with Confidence
73-375 El Paseo Suite I, Palm Desert, CA 92260
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Joshua Smith “What Stands Between Us”
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A GALLERY F I N E
A R T
“Italian Marbles” giclee on canvas 58 x 48
“Sticks, Stones, Hidden Truths” glass and metal 20”h x 25”w x 15”d
“Fiocco” blown glass sculpture 19”h x 9”w x 5”d
73956 El Paseo Palm Desert CA 92260
(760) 346-8885 www.agalleryfineart.com
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Andres Morillo Nikolai Blokhin
Ruth Bloch
Gene Speck
Barry Masteller
Edouard Cortes, 1881 - 1969
73399 El Paseo, Palm Desert • 760-568-3355 www.classicartgallery.com . . . open all year 10am- 6pm daily 12 DESERT ART•SCENE
. . . Tradition in fine art continues . . .
Dy’Ans
Don Craghead
Michael Wheeler
Louis Magre
Paige Bradley
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Art Talk By Kimberly Nichols
The contemporary art scene in the desert has flourished like wild fire over the past year. This season boasts high profile shows, multifaceted exhibition programs that run from the whimsical to the academic, and new works from old familiar faces. A gallery known for its figurative slant, Christian Hohmann Fine Art, will celebrate its first year anniversary with a high profile show of German artist Gunther Sachs in April 2011 alongside a new stable of artists picked up in Europe over the summer. Desert Art Source spent the Summer renovating their entire gallery at the Art Place and refreshing their inventory of nearly 50 artists. New works now abound across diverse genres including realist painting, contemporary abstraction, traditional landscapes,
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photography, and sculpture. Blue-chip Imago Gallery will present a look at realism in December through the quirky group selection of artists such as Robert Graham, John De Andrea and Mel Ramos. In celebration of their 20th year in the desert, they will showcase some of their greats like William Wegman, Ed Moses and Dale Chihuly as well. Michael H. Lord Gallery will introduce video art to the desert audience in January with a large-scale Robert Drummond installation. Desert resident and sculptor Christopher Georgesco, who’s been called the father of “new modernism”, will present threedimensional beauties in conjunction with Modernism Week in February. Royale Projects continues its serious program of modern and contemporary art with a special exhibition of local architect Phillip K. Smith’s works in conjunction with his installation “Aperture” that recently debuted at the Palm Springs Art Museum. Also highlighted is a show about renderings and how drawing informs work by artists such as Dennis Oppenheim and Tony Delap. CODA Gallery will bring in artist Ben Steele with his ironic paintings of everyday icons and objects as well as familiar faces like David Dornan. richard danskin Galleries has since 1968 has featured the finest artists. This year we welcome and present from France Michel Degav, from Canada Hubert Nanzer, and American artists Sue Averell, Andrew Velez and Gregory Sievers. Long time artists return with new works: Rob MacIntosh’s new “Route 66” paintings and Don Langford with a new series of paintings. A big welcome to two new galleries to the “Gallery Scene” in the valley - Classic Art Gallery on El Paseo in Palm desert and LIK Rancho Gallery at the River in Rancho Mirage.
The 9th Annual Indian Wells Arts Festival Indian Wells Tennis Gardens April 1, 2, 3, 2011, Friday, Saturday & Sunday
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ou are invited to a special, delightful garden of Art! Escape. Enjoy. Smile. Sip. Be amazed. Feast. Relax for the day! See artists at work! The Indian Wells Arts Festival is well known for its incredible variety of thousands of one-of-a-kind hand-made pieces of fine art and quality craft. The casual ambiance, sights and sounds create excitement and synergy as Art comes Alive. Meet the artists and buy directly from them. Stroll among paintings, drawings, ceramics, glass, photography, sculpture, jewelry, apparel and hand-crafted wares. The Indian Wells Arts Festival . . . WHERE ART IS A HAPPENING! Featuring 200 acclaimed artists, special exhibits, demonstrations, live entertainment, refreshments, wine tasting and more. Thousand Oaks, CA artist Carolyn
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Artist painting at the magnificent Indian Wells Arts Festival.
Counnas’ oil painting “Garden of Delights” was selected as the image for this year’s commemorative poster. Located at 78-200 Miles Ave. For more information call 760-346-0042 or visit www.IndianWellsArtsFestival.com. Join us on Facebook.
The 2011 Southwest Arts Festival®
Jan. 28, 29 & 30, 2011 - Empire Polo Club, Indio, CA
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he Southwest Arts Festival®, presented by the Indio Chamber of Commerce, is showcased on the spacious grounds of the Empire Polo Club; entrances are located on Monroe Street between Ave. 51 & Ave. 52 in Indio, CA. Through the Southwest Arts Festival® 25th year history, it has earned a well deserved reputation as the largest outdoor marketplace in the Coachella Valley area for fine arts, fine crafts and collectables including Southwestern Art, Traditional and Contemporary art, paper collage, bronze sculpture, glass, jewelry, basketry, pottery and wearable art created by over 250 acclaimed artists from the United States, Canada, Mexico an South America.
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Gates open 10:00 am to 5:00 pm; 3-Day Pass $20. Adults $10; Seniors $8; Children 16 and under FREE; Parking (Monroe & Ave. 51) $5 per vehicle; valet parking $8 per vehicle; foods, full no-host bar and entertainment. For further information call (760) 347-0676 or visit www.southwestartsfest.com Artist Richard Curtner has been chosen as the POSTER artist for the 25th annual 2011 Southwest Arts Festival and will be available at the festival.
October 7, 2010 November 4, 2010 December 2, 2010 January 6. 2011 February 2, 2011 March 2, 2011 April 7, 2011 May 6, 2011 Galleries will be OPEN for Art Walks A Gallery Fine Art Adagio Gallery Christian Hohmann Fine Art Christopher Morgan Galleries Classic Art Gallery Coda Gallery Howard Schepp Fine Art J. Willott Gallery Jones & Terwilliger Galleries Ramey Fine Art Richard Danskin Galleries Von Wening Art
FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CALL (877) 735-7273 OR VISIT OUR WEBSITE: www.elpaseoartwalk.com
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eaders: We welcome you to peruse the list of galleries listed
in Desert Art Scene guide. It has been designed to facilitate easyreference to desert cities’ art galleries, listing their locations, hours, and artists represented. Additional help in locating individual galleries can be found “Still Life”, oil by Alexei Antonov at Classic Art Gallery.
by referring to our map on page 42 and 43.
PALM SPRINGS GALLERIES backstreet ART DISTRICT 2682 Cherokee Way Palm Springs (760) 780-8484 The coolist hippest art destination in the desert. Experience the thrill of interacting with working artists, engaged in creating new works of art. The galleries are: Art by Peter, Trevor Goss Studio, Red Dot Gallery, Studio 13, Ted Denton Wording Studio & Gallery, I.M.A.G.E.S. by Gideon Fine Art Gallery, dezart one gallery. CARLAN GALLERY 1546 N. Palm Canyon Drive Palm Springs (760) 322-8002 Mon-Sat 10am-5pm. John Lanners and Dr. Richard Kraus, owners of Carlan Gallery offers the serious art collector fine continental art work by noted European contemporary artists. One such artist Jean-Claude TRON, born 1943, began painting at thirteen. His canvases give forth a sense of purity. The purplish mauves of the Provincial Mountain foothills contrast with the ochres and acid yellowish green under the heavy blue azureen sky.
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CILANTRO GALLERY 115 S. Palm Canyon Dr. Palm Springs (760) 320-8804 Dwight Polen Fine Chinese Antiques 756 N. Palm Canyon Drive Palm Springs (760) 318-7227 www.dwightpolen.com Dwight Polen offers the widest assortment of fine Chinese antique furniture and oneof-a-kind decorative accessories available in the desert. Provincial tables, rustic chests, screens, custom lamps, framed art, and architecturally significant wood and stone carvings all add drama and glamour to your very special home and garden. Dwight Polen receives a container shipment of unique and affordable furniture and Oriental treasures every six weeks, creating an incentive to shop the store on a regular basis. DEZART ONE GALLERY backstreet Art District 2688 Cherokee Way Palm Springs (760) 328-1440 www.dezartonegallery.com
PALM SPRINGS GALLERIES DESERT ART CENTER & CO-OP GALLERY 550 N. Palm Canyon Dr. in Frances Stevens Park Palm Springs (760) 323-7973 Hours: Tue – Sun 10 am to 4 pm Featuring contemporary and traditional paintings, sculpture, photography, ceramics and prints by local Palm Springs valley artists. Nonprofit organization. Art classes and workshops are held for all skill levels. MICHAEL H. LORD GALLERY 1090 N. Palm Canyon Drive Palm Springs (760) 699-8957 Established in 1978, the Michael H. Lord Gallery is located in the Palm Springs UPTOWN DESIGN DISTRICT at 1090 North Palm canyon Drive at Tacheva Drive. Housed in an architecturally-significant building built in 1929 as the garage for the landmark El Mirador Hotel, the 6,000 square foot gallery showcases the finest contemporary art.
STEWART GALLERIES 191-A S. Indian Canyon Dr. (at Arenas) Palm Springs (760) 325-0878 Tue-Fri 11am-5pm Sat. 11am-4pm www.stewartgalleries.com The desert’s premier source for antique and contemporary California plein air paintings by local Palm Springs painter Terry Masters, as well as other quality vintage works by Paul Grimm, John Hilton, Conrad Buff, Paul Lauritz, George Bickerstaff, Joane Cromwell, William Dorsey, James Swinnerton, Earl Carpenter and many others. Vintage European paintings, quality estate furnishings, Continental and American majolica and objects d’art, all in a spacious 8,000+ sq. ft. showroom.
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PALM SPRINGS GALLERIES TED PHILLIP DENTON Working Studio and Gallery (backstreet art district) 2658 S. Cherokee Way Palm Springs (760) 780-8484 tedsart@dc.rr.com www.tedphillipdenton.com A self-taught artist and true minimalist, Ted Phillip Denton produces contemporary works of art with an architectural influence. Ted’s art is elegantly simple, featuring clean lines, geometric forms, primary colors, light and space.
Working in several media, Ted produces delicate clay objects, large scale paintings of bold color, multi-media canvases and metal sculpture both decorative and functional of all sizes. After 30 years of creating art out of his Arizona studios, Ted is now a Palm Springs resident. The gallery also features the classic beaded jewelry and photographic art of Joy Landau. M MODERN ART GALLERY 2500 N. Palm Canyon Dr Palm Springs (760) 416-3611
CATHEDRAL CITY GALLERIES GERRY HIGH STUDIO/ GALLERY 68-713 Perez Road, B-16 Cathedral City (760) 408-8407 www.gerryhighartgallery.com
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INCREDIBLE ARTIST GALLERY 68718 E. Palm canyon Dr., Ste #203 Cathedral City (760) 321-9858
PALM DESERT GALLERIES A GALLERY FINE ART 73-956 El Paseo, Suite D Palm Desert (760) 346-8885 www.agalleryfineart.com Mon-Sat 10-6, Sat 9:30-5, Sun 11-5. A Gallery Fine Art features an exciting collection of paintings, sculpture, functional art furniture, unique glassworks and jewelry. This season the gallery highlights the stellar work of its many emerging and established artists including painters Brian Allen, Roberto Azank, Edith Bergstrom, Gregory Deane, Tony Griffith, Hessam, Erica Hopper, Joan Konkel, Judith Marshall, Patricia Qualls, Gregg Robinson, A.M. Stockhill and Larry Taylor; sculptors Shirley Ruuska-Brown, Barbara Chen, Jane DeDecker, Craig French, Jeffrey Gluck, Mark Hopkins, John Richen and Joel Urruty; glass artists Scott Amrhein, Leon Applebaum, Barry Entner, Virginia Gabaldo, Jeff Goodman, Audrey Handler, Elizabeth Mears, Randi Solin and Randy Strong. ART COLONY At the Blueprinter 74-210 Highway 111, Palm Desert (760) 568-4056 The desert’s best source for fine artists’ supplies. Also sponsor art instructional workshops. See: www.theblueprinter.com ART EXPRESSIONS 77-570 Springfield Lane Palm Desert (760) 469-3537 www.artexpressionspd.com Art gallery, classes, ceramics, and birthday parties are available at Art Expressions – Palm Desert’s newest art center. View paintings, sculpture, photography, jewelry, glass, fibert art and limited edition graphics by California and internationally renowned artists. Classes ages 2 thru adult. Drawing, painting, sculpture, mixed media, ceramics - choose from a selection of pottery pieces (or learn to make one). Paint it and fire it in the Kiln.
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carved elm wood standing Buddha, Wuhan, Hubei, China, c1880 carved elm wood four panel screen, Tianjin, China, c1840 lacquered elm wood buffet chest, Shanxi, China, c1900 73375-R EL PASEO, PALM DESERT, CA 92260 760-568-0888 756 NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE, PALM SPRINGS, CA 92262 760-318-7227 WWW.DWIGHTPOLEN.COM DESERT ART•SCENE 25
PALM DESERT GALLERIES THE ART PLACE 41-801 Corporate Way Palm Desert (760) 776-2268 Hours: 6 to 9 pm. Come and enjoy First Friday of every month, October thru June. CHRISTIAN HOHMANN FINE ART 73-660 El Paseo Palm Desert (760) 346-4243 Toll Free 877-977-2432
“April in Paris”, modern art on aluminium by Haya Gil-Lubin.
ART WORKS GALLERY 74-405 Hwy. 111 & Deep Canyon Palm Desert (760) 346-1355 Largest custom framing and decor gallery serving the desert area for over 22 years. Frame design experience to coordinate your art and framing needs. Offering a huge print and art selection with many accessories and gift ideas. Custom mirrors, needlepoint stretching, art lamination, canvas cleaning, restoration, acrylic, specialty glass and much more. www. artworksgallery-frame.com AERIE ART GARDEN 71-225 Aerie Rd. Palm Desert (760) 568-6366 By appointment only. Aerie Art Garden is the creative oasis in the desert. There is an art gallery, sculpture garden, workshop areas for classes and meetings, a desert art walk, wedding chapel and interesting places to be with nature. 26 DESERT ART•SCENE
CHRISTOPHER MORGAN GALLERIES 73-375 El Paseo, Suite I Palm Desert, CA (760) 568-0336 Christopher Morgan Galleries invites collectors to enjoy new artworks by gallery favorites as well as new artists that are welcomed into the gallery this season. Arrange a home showing of artworks in your home. Select from both contemporary and traditional artworks by international, national, and local artists. Artists include: Kira, Monika Meunier, Larissa Morais, Pietro Piccoli, Joshua Smith, Connie Townsend, and many others! Christopher Morgan Galleries benefits their collectors with artworks that are unlike anything you will find anywhere else. Artworks that are dazzling, innovative and within reach of new and experienced collectors alike. CLASSIC ART GALLERY 73-399 El paseo Palm Desert (760) 568-3355 www.classicartgallery.com Established in 1992 in Carmel by the Sea, and now with a newest location in Palm Desert, Classic Art Gallery proudly presents sophisticated collection of traditional and contemporary original paintings and sculptures. Diverse styles and subject matter are created by world renowned and emerging artists. Also featuring 19th and early 20th century European masterpieces. Galley offers in home viewing, design and staging, complementary custom framing and shipping setting the standards in exemplary customer service. Open all year, 10am to 6pm daily.
PALM DESERT GALLERIES CLASSIC CONSIGNMENT CO. 73-847 El Paseo, Palm Desert (760) 568-4948 CODA GALLERY 73-151 El Paseo Palm Desert, CA (760) 346-4661 Mon-Thur 9:30am-5:30pm, Fri-Sat 9:30am 9 pm, Sun 10 am-5 pm. Coda Gallery features an eclectic mix of paintings, sculpture, and glass that share an extraordinary energy in an expansive and beautiful exhibition space. Coda hosts frequent openings and receptions, and it is not unusual to find one or more artists here painting. sculpting, or just enjoying the art. The staff at Coda is friendly, knowledgeable and accommodating. This 15,000 square-foot gallery promises to engage the visitor and provide a positive and unique ART experience. COPAL FINE ART GALLERY 73-255 El Paseo Palm Desert (760) 399-7468 www.israellevitan.com Mid-Century and Contemporary Art. Featuring Israel Levitan, an abstract expressionist artist, chosen in 1959 as one of the ten best one-man exhibitors along with Picasso, Hofmann and de Kooning. Copal Gallery offers original Levitans which have recently come on the market, many have been exhibited in museums and galleries around the world. Exclusively representing Ruth Gonzales, Hermann Lederle and Rick Phillips. The artwork in Copal Gallery is suitable for MidCentury Modern and Contemporary homes. DESERT WOLFF 41-801 Corporate Way #2 Palm Desert (760) 674-8786 www.desertwolff.com Unique art for the discriminating collector; featuring desert glass, fine art, oriental rugs, hand carved mirrors, furniture, African currency.
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“Still Life”, oil on canvas by Hazel Shoven, 19” x 22”, Edenhurst Galleries, Palm Desert.
DENISE ROBERGE GALLERY 73-995 El Paseo Palm Desert (760) 340-5045 www.deniseroberge.com DESERT ART COLLECTION 45350 San Luis Rey Ave. (Just south of El Paseo) Palm Desert (760) 674-9955 www.desertartcollection.com Extraordinary fine art galleries and sculpture gardens in an architecturally and historically important compound just steps from El Paseo. Exhibitions feature accomplished, nationally and internationally renowned artists, many whom have won important national and international awards. One of the five galleries is devoted to Michael Battaglia, sought after for his ragged-edged, Venetian plaster mural paintings. EDENHURST GALLERY 73-660 El Paseo Palm Desert (760) 346-7900 www.edenhurstgallery.com Elegant museum style environment is home to Impressionists paintings by renowned American and European artists including Guy Rose, William Wendt, Edgar Payne and many others. Art historians, curators, collectors and admirers seek out Edenhurst as their preferred source for early California and American Impressionism. 28 DESERT ART•SCENE
DESERT ART SOURCE At “THE ART PLACE” 41-801 Corporate Way, Suite 7 Palm Desert (760) 346-7893 www.desertartsource.com http://www.desertartsource.com Hours: Monday through Saturday, 10-4 This distinctive gallery contains an eclectic blend of original art specializing in Tuscan, Contemporary, Abstract, Asian and Southwestern styles. There is a beautiful selection of paintings, sculpture and glass on display and one of the largest in-house inventories in our upstairs loft. We feature the works of Frederick Scott, Diane Waybright, Judy Poldi, Irene Borg, Jack Ragland, Stig Einarson, Marinus Welman, Nola Tresslar, Mark Junge, Jacquie Angove, Shawn Coffey, Tim Chilian, Guilloume, Cooper & Campbell, Michael Hinkle and many more. DWIGHT POLEN FINE CHINESE ANTIQUES 73375 El Paseo, Suite R Palm Desert (760) 568-0888 www.dwightpolen.com ELEONORE AUSTERER GALLERY 73-160 El paseo, #6 Palm Desert (760) 346-3695 HOWARD SCHEPP FINE ART 73-655 El Paseo, Suite C Palm Desert (760) 346-3278 www.howardscheppfineart.com Palm Desert’s most exciting and largest new gallery enters their second season with over 90 artists working in 15 mediums including paintings, sculpture and a large glass collection. Thirty years of experience in the art and antiques field gives this gallery a unique blend of quality contemporary and traditional art, occasional antiques and the unexpected collectors item. Owners Howard Schepp and Ken Lynch invite you to come relax and have fun. There is something for every taste and budget.
PALM DESERT GALLERIES THE GALLERY SOHO 41-801 Corporate Way, #6 Palm Desert (760) 836-0742 FRAME MASTERS UNLIMITED 41-801 Corporate Way, Suite 10 Palm Desert (760) 346-9770 HEATHER JAMES FINE ART 45-188 Portola Ave. Palm Desert (760) 346-8926 www.heatherjames.com JONES & TERWILLIGER GALLERIES 73-375 El Paseo, Suite A Palm Desert (760) 674-8989 www.jones-terwilliger-galleries.com
IMAGO GALLERIES 45-450 Highway 74 Palm Desert CA 92260 (760) 776-9890 www.imagogalleries.com The desert’s premier contemporary gallery gears up for its 20-year anniversary. More than an architectural icon, Imago strives for curatorial excellence in delivering groundbreaking exhibitions to the West Coast. Owners Leisa & David Austin represent and exhibit recognized artists of the highest caliber, including John Alexander, Charles Arnoldi, Jennifer Bartlett, Fletcher Benton, Ross Bleckner, Ed Benavente, John Buck, Catherine Chalmers, Dale Chihuly, Bruce Cohen, Sam Gilliam, Robert Graham, Peter Halley, Karen LaMonte, Ed Moses, Mel Ramos, Donald Sultan, William Wegman and Tom Wesselmann, among others.
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STILL THE ONLY GALLERY IN THE VILLAGE OF LA QUINTA • Offering new and exciting affordable original fine art by notable and award winning artists! • We specialize in local, national and Canadian contemporary traditional art with emphasis on plein air paintings of all medium: Oil, acrylic, pastel and watercolor. 78-080 Avenida La Fonda, La Quinta, Ca Directions: South on Washington, right on Calle Tampico, left on Desert Club, next right, beige building adjacent to Hog’s Breath Inn restaurant. OPEN: Tuesday-Saturday 10am-5pm Sunday 9am-2pm
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PALM DESERT GALLERIES JAKE DENT GALLERY / STUDIO 41-801 Corporate Way #3 Palm Desert (760) 776-8051 Mon – Fri 10 am - 5 pm; Sat 10 am - 3 pm. New gallery owner/sculpture/artist Tim Shanahan has diversified the gallery with higher-end steel sculptures …plus retaining the hand-made ceramic sculpture, copper sculpture, woodwork, fountains and paintings. MELISSA MORGAN FINE ART 73-040 El Paseo Palm Desert (760) 341-1056 NIKKO CONTEMPORARY GALLERY 41-801 Corporate Way #1 Palm Desert (760) 837-1500 Mon – Fri 10 am - 5 pm; Sat 10 am - 3 pm. This distinctive gallery has an on-site studio for artist Hans Ladislaus who shares his time between Hawaii and the Desert, showcases his paintings and sculptures in the gallery.
Edward Lupper Artist
6” x 12” s/n + #
Fine art canvas Gi´clees s/n # & litho prints
“East Meets West” canvas Gi´clee print
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J. WILLOTT GALLERY 73-190 El Paseo, Suite #1 Palm Desert (760) 568-3180 Known for an inviting atmosphere, the J. Willott Gallery continues to add museumquality artists to its impressive roster. Northwest sculptor Julie Speidel and prominent southwest painter Ed Mell highlight the new arrivals to the gallery. Joining them are renowned painters Michael Chapman, Doug Smith and stone sculptor Steve Kestrel; all of whom boast impressive museum and private collections. As always, owner/directors Josh Otten and Joshua Paquette (the two Joshes) are on hand at all times to provide their clients with superior customer service and great depth of information. The gallery offers two important artist receptions; gallery favorite Theodore Waddell on January 22nd and quintessential American watercolorist Dean Mitchell on February 19th. Works from Speidel and Mell are available for viewing in Oct/Nov. www.jwillott.com PALM DESERT COMMUNITY ART GALLERY 73-510 Fred Waring Drive Palm Desert (760) 346-0611, ext. 664 RAMEY FINE ART 73-400 El Paseo B-1 (760) 341-3800 Centrally located on El Paseo, Ramey Fine Art continues to showcase exciting and diverse collections by a wide range of mid-career artists. Owner Glenda Ramey is celebrating her second season with exhibitions featuring 2 dimensional wall sculpture by Ben Joyce and playful bronze “origami” by Kevin Box with the artists in attendance. Well-established artists represented also include Dominic Benhura, Hilary Eddy, Mark Yale Harris, Eric Johnson, Debra Malotte and Pamela Rae, Penny Mulligan, Richard Pankratz, Daniel Phil, Michael Ross, James Shay, Alan Thorpe, William Tunberg, Delos Van Earl, Jean Wallin, Joseph Woodford and John Westmark.
PALM DESERT GALLERIES richard danskin GALLERIES 73-111 El Paseo Palm Desert (760) 568-5557 Mon-Sat 10:00-5:30, Sun 11:00-4:30 Collectors have been appreciating fine art at the Gallery since 1968 Realism paintings and sculptures include many subjects and styles. Artists who live locally include J. Lewis Bowker, Carolyne Hawley, Tom Pinch, Stan Stokes, Dorothea Olshane, Ed Lupper and Richard Danskin. Other American artists include Michael Flohr, Thomas Arvid, Steven Quartly, Dorothy Lampl, Robert Pejman, Eric Poulson, Ron & Sheila Ruiz, Tim “Frogman” Cotterill and Jack Storms. International artists include Fabian Perez, Michael Gorbon, Isaac Maimon. New this season: Rob MacIntosh’s Route 66
paintings; paintings Ron & Sheila Ruiz: new paintings by veteran Don Langford; and new to the gallery: Sue Averell, Andrew Velez, Gregory Sievers, from France, Michel Degav, and from Canada Hubert Nanzer. www.danskingalleries.com VON WENING ART GALLERY The Gardens of El Paseo, 73-585 El Paseo, Suite A1132 Palm Desert (760) 340-6711 www.artbymax.com S. R. BRENNEN GALLERY OF FINE ART 73-375 El Paseo Palm Desert, CA (760) 773-9554 Continued on page 32
GALLERY AND PICTURE FRAMING SINCE 1986
74-405 Hwy. 111, Palm Desert, CA 92260 SW corner of Deep Canyon & Hwy. 111 760-346-1355
www.artworksgallery-frame.com PRINTS • POSTERS • GICLEE’S • PRE-FRAMED MIRRORS • ORIGINAL OIL REPRODUCTIONS METAL & DIMENSIONAL ART • CUSTOM MIRRORS
All framing services including canvas stretching, glass, acrylic repair, art lamination, photo and oil painting restoration. Pick-up and delivery, and professional hanging services available. Dealer for the Uttermost line of wall decor and accessories and Artaissance giclee’s printed to fit your space and style. See our website and Discount Coupon for art and framing. Experts in shadowboxes, medals and memorabilia, photo collages, mirrors, golf flags, sports jerseys, artifacts, news and publicity articles. 3x winner of Palm Desert Chamber and City of Palm Desert Customer Service Award. Member of PPFA (Professional Picture Framers Association). Courtesy to the design trade. CUSTOM PICTURE FRAMING AND DECOR ART AT AFFORDABLE PRICES. STORE RETAIL HOURS: TUES-FRI 9:30 to 5:00 & SAT 10:00 to 4:00
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PALM DESERT / RANCHO MIRAGE / LA QUINTA GALLERIES VON WENING ART GALLERY The Gardens of El Paseo, 73-585 El Paseo, Suite A1132 Palm Desert (760) 340-6711 www.artbymax.com HOWARD’S GALLERY & CUSTOM FRAME LTD. 71-418 Highway 111 (by Elephant Car Wash) Rancho Mirage (760) 779-1855 Mon-Sat 10am-5pm. Contemporary and traditional artists. Also, specializing in custom picture framing and volume framing. Visit us at our NEW location. “Flight of Fancy”, bronze and ceramic by Rebecca Tobey at Adagio Galleries.
STUDIO 73413 Highway 111 Palm Desert CA 92260 (760) 776-9890 www.studiofineartgallery.com STUDIO reflects owners Leisa and David Austin’s ongoing interest in studio glass, sculpture, and contemporary art. The modern space fuses contemporary design and functionality to produce an environment that celebrates the art of sculpture in a variety of media, including glass, clay, and metal. Additionally, the gallery features a Project Space dedicated to installation works by prominent artists. Located just off El Paseo, STUDIO focuses on object-oriented works in a casual gallery setting. Artists exhibiting include Nick Agid, Martin Blank, Dan Dailey, Bruce Houston, Michael Lucero, Molly McCracken, Danny Perkins, Flo Perkins, Ginny Ruffner, Woody Shepherd, Therman Statom, and Mary Van Cline among others. WALTER N. MARKS CENTER FOR THE ARTS at COD 43-500 Monterey Ave., Palm Desert (760) 776-7278 The Marks Center has three galleries, courtyard and sculpture garden allows for poetry readings, musical events and theatrical performances. 32 DESERT ART•SCENE
LIK RANCHO GALLERY The River at Rancho Mirage 71800 Highway 111 Rancho Mirage (760) 568-2777 This elegant showroom filled with dramatic photographs by Peter lik Experience an intimate connection with nature as you explore the rustic, yet refined LIK RANCHO Gallery. Join them for an evening of fine art, great wine and hors d’oeuvres the last Saturday of every month from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Open all year. Located near the movie theater. LA QUINTA GALLERY OF FINE ART 78080 Avenida La Fonda (in the heart of old town La Quinta across from the Desert Sage Restaurant) La Quinta (760) 777-4345 or call (818) 219-6066 For a feast to the eyes you must visit the La Quinta Village’s only gallery in the S-East corner of Old Town. A cross section of American contemporary-traditional art. Our inventory in every medium is large enough to delight the art lover and collector in you! Award winning artists: Cash Baxter, Neil Boyle, Emily Goldfield, Helen Groenekamp, Moira Johannessen, Victoria Johnson, Pat Lambrecht Hould, Diane Mc Lary, Elliot Newton, Silva Segrist and Silvio Silvestri. Open: Tues-Sat. 10am-5pm, Sun. 9am-2pm.
IDYLLWILD GALLERIES ARTSPRESSO GALLERY 54380 N. Circle Drive Idyllwild (951) 659-6162 Come up and visit with Celeste (owner of Artspresso), she will help you with your art needs. Featuring Gerry High, Gene Peebles, Michael Gilmore, Sergio Naduville, Alexander Taylor, Terry Casela and Stewart Funk. Also candles, gifts and much more. Come visit! ART ALLIANCE OF IDYLLWILD PO Box 472, Idyllwild (866) 439-5278 Representing local and international artists. ARTISANS GALLERY 54425 No. Circle Dr. Oakwood Village Idyllwild (951) 659-9091
DORE’S MOUNTAIN METALS & SCULPTURE GARDEN 28815 Hwy. 243, Mountain Center (951) 659-0791 This fantastic art garden, art gallery and studio is located on the way to Idyllwild. There is a metal art fabrication shop and outdoor sculpture garden set in a beautiful natural oak grove. Wander through the garden and see the work of owner Dore Capitani, 2004 Artist of the Year, or watch him at work in his studio. Open weekends by appointment or by chance. EVERITT’S MINERALS & GALLERY The Village Centre of Idyllwild 54245 No. Circle Dr Idyllwild (951) 659-7075 Artist/Owner gallery.
GALLERIES IN OTHER AREAS KINMAN STUDIO Studio: (541) 937-2783 or (888) 833-1959 Cell: (541) 915-9090 www.kinmanstudios.com Linda Lee is a full time artist that has painted the southern deserts in bloom for the last 24 years. Her unique style of using only painting knives in the application yields paintings which are realistically crisp and clear, inviting the viewer to venture down the path to smell the flowers & enjoy the serenity of the desert. SMOKETREE ART GALLERY 302 Palm Canyon Drive, Borrego Springs (760) 767-5850 www.smoketreeart.net The quaint village of Borrego Springs is only a 90 minute drive from Palm Desert via south on Hwy. 86 to S22. MARK STEVENSON Photographer, by appointment. Sky Valley (760) 251- 0855 DESERT ART•SCENE 33
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Discover world-class art in friendly, casual Idyllwild … a ART haven above the desert In the San Jacinto Mountains
“Harmony” by chainsaw artist David Roy located in the middle of Idyllwild
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Saturday Art Walks
amed one of “the l00 best ART towns in America” by John Villiani, in his book of the same name. The one hour drive from Palm Springs and desert communities via California Hwy. 243 or on Hwy. 74 through the Santa Rosa/San Jacinto National Monument to Idyllwild, the views are spectacular. On arriving a familiar semi-Bavarian Chalet sort of architecture in charming inns, restaurants, antique shops, gift stores and ART galleries. The Art Alliance of Idyllwild, is working to enhance the towns artistic reputation. Each year, the AAI hosts its’ “First Saturday” series from March thru October.
With a hint of pine and cedar in the air, Idyllwild offers many exciting and diverse mountain trails that provide hikers majestic views and breathtaking scenery. Also camping, rock climbing and horseback riding. Don’t miss scenic sites such As Black Mountain Lookout, Giant Jeffrey Pine, Indian Vista Point., Lily Rock or Suicide Rock. The hard work of the Art Alliance Of Idyllwild you can enjoy group exhibitions and shows throughout the year. For more information go to www.artinidyllwild.com DESERT ART•SCENE 37
Visit the Idyllwild Art Alliance Galleries
Each gallery is different - Visit each one and enjoy the artist’s creations. Acorn Gallery 951-659-5950 54750 North Circle Drive Café Aroma 951-659-5212 54750 North Circle Drive Courtyard Gallery 951-659-2774 26120 Ridgeview Drive Everitt’s Minerals & Gallery 951-659-7075 54245 North Circle Drive, # C4 Florist in the Forest & Gallery 951-659-4143 54325 North Circle Drive Four Corners Fine Art Gallery 951-533-7564 54967 Pine Crest Avenue Idyllwild Gallery of Fine Art 951-659-2194
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Idyllwild Tea Company 951-659-0263 54241 Ridgeview Drive Kenario Gallery 951-659-2484 54425 North Circle Drive The Mimi Lamp Gallery 619-851-8426 54200 North Circle Drive Oh My Dog 818-755-7933 54425 North Circle Drive Quiet Creek Living Room Gallery 951-659-6110 26345 Delano Drive Singerton Fine Arts 951-659-2504 54245 North Circle Drive Spruce Moose Gallery 951-659-5556 54225 North Circle Dr
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iscover the Backstreet Art District, the coolest, hippest art destination in the desert. Stroll through a dozen artist-owned galleries and working studios featuring exciting collections of original, contemporary art by nationally and internationally recognized artists including paintings, sculpture, photography, jewelry, ceramics as well as performing arts. Experience the thrill of interacting with working artists engaged in creating new works of art or recently commissioned pieces.
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HEATH GALLERY STUDIO 13 NIKKO STUDIO TED PHILLIP DENTON WORKING STUDIO & GALLERY HAYA MODERN ART GALLERY I.M.A.G.E.S. by GIDEON Fine Art Gallery DEZART ONE GALLERY
2600 South Cherokee Way Palm Springs, CA 92264 (Located off of East Palm Canyon Drive behind the Mercedes Dealership and 2 blocks from the Parker Hotel).
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he following calendar information was provided by our advertisers inviting our many readers to come to these special events. Addresses and telephone numbers are included to assist our readers in obtaining additional information when needed. “Sail Away” by Martin Eichinger Jones Terwilliger Gallery, Palm Desert.
MONTHLY “ART WALKS” – locations and dates 1ST WEDNESDAY BACKSTREET ART DISTRICT
1ST THURSDAY EL PASEO, PALM DESERT
1ST FRIDAY THE ART PLACE, PALM DESERT
1ST FRIDAY PALM SPRINGS, DOWNTOWN/UPTOWN
2600 So, Cherokee Way, Palm Springs December 1, 1010, January 5, 1011, February 2, March 2, April 6, May 4, June 1, July1, August 5, September 2, October 5, November 2, December 7, 2011.
41801 Corporate Way, Palm Desert December 3, 2010, January 7, 2011, February 4, March 4, April 1, October 7, November 4, December 2, 2011.
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December 2, 2010, January 6, 2011, February 3, March 3, April 7, May 5, June 2, October 6, November 3, December 2, 2011.
December 3, 2010, January 7, 2011, February 4, March 4, April 1, May 6, October 2, November 4, December 2, 2011
CALENDAR IN DECEMBER . . . DECEMBER 1 THRU 12
Ben Steele CODA Gallery, 73-151 El Paseo, Palm Desert. 1- 760-346-4664
DECEMBER 1 THRU 12
Realism: An Exhibition in Diverse Media. IMAGO Galleries, 45-450 Hwy. 74, Palm Desert. 1-760-776-9890
DECEMBER 1 THRU 31
New artists, Julie Speidel and Ed Mell. J. WILLOTT Gallery, 73-190 El Paseo. Palm Desert. 1-760-568-3180
DECEMBER 2
B.C. Nowlin and Rebecca Tobey ADAGIO Galleries, 73-300 El Paseo Dr., Palm Desert . 1-760-346-1221
IN JANUARY. . . JANUARY 1- FEB. 13
The Golden Age of Glamour. IMAGES of GIDEON. backstreet ART DISTRICT, Palm springs
JANUARY 8
Jami Tobey, Joshua Tobey, Barbara Meikie, Martha Kennedy and Irene Klar. Reception 4-7 pm. ADAGIO Gallery, 73-300 El Paseo, Palm Desert.
JANUARY 9
ART IN THE HALL , mix of artists and crafts, 10-4 pm. ATRIUM DESIGN CENTER. 69930 Highway 111, Rancho Mirage..
JANUARY 10
Reception, Judy Nemer Sklar, Renee Rauso. Palm Desert Community Gallery, City Hall, 73-510 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert. Continued on page 48
Carolyne Hawley Artist
More original paintings available thru the richard danskin galleries Palm Desert 760-568-5557
JANUARY 6 – JAN. 15
“Dream Motion” 52” x 40” oil
Jim Lewk and Connie Townsend CHRISTOPHER MORGAN Galleries 73-375 El Paseo, Palm Desert
JANUARY 6
Nancy Stanchfield, Delos Van Earl and Eric C. Johnson. Reception 5-8 pm. RAMEY FINE ART, 73-400 El Paseo, Palm Desert.
www.hawleyfineart.com
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CALENDAR JANUARY 15
Jamie Perry. CODA Gallery, 73-151 El Paseo, Palm Desert
JANUARY 22 - FEB. 15
Theodore Waddell. J. WILLOTT Gallery 73-190 El Paseo , Palm Desert
JANUARY 28, 29 & 30
SOUTHWEST ARTS FESTIVAL. Empire Polo Club, Indio. Monroe St. between Ave. 51 and 52.
JANUARY 29
ROSS EUGENE BRAUGHT (1898 - 1983) Banana Jungle, 1937. Oil on canvas, 42” x 36”. Edenhurst Gallery, 73-660 El Paseo, Palm desert
JANUARY continued
Kent Wallis. CODA Gallery. 73-151 El Paseo, Palm Desert.
IN FEBRUARY . . . FEBRUARY 3
JANUARY 15
Eric C. Johnson. Reception 6-9 pm RAMEY FINE ART, 73-400 El Paseo, Palm Desert.
JANUARY 15
Joshua Smith. CHRISTOPHER MORGAN Galleries 73-375 El paseo, Palm Desert.
ART UNDER the UNBRELLAS at Old Town La Quinta.. 10-4 pm. 1-760-564-1244.
Karen LaMonte. IMAGO Gallery 45-450 Highway 74, Palm Desert.
JANUARY 15
Judith Marshall. A GALLERY FINE ART. 73-956 El Paseo, Palm Desert.
JANUARY 15
Downs, new works, Reception 7-9 pm. DEZART ONE Gallery backstreet ART DISTRICT, Palm Springs.
JANUARY 15
Kiln formed Glass One Year Anniversary TED PHILLIP DENTON Gallery, backstreet ART DISTRICT, Palm Springs 48 DESERT ART•SCENE
FEBRUARY 3 – FEB. 28
FEBRUARY 12
Brett Lethbridge. CODA Gallery. 73-151 El Paseo, Palm Desert.
FEBRUARY 12
ART UNDER the UNBRELLAS at OLD TOWN LA QUINTA. 10-4 pm. 1-760-564-1244
FEBRUARY 19
ART UNDER the UMBRELLAS at OLD TOWN LA QUINTA. 10-4 pm. 1-760-564-1244 Continued on page 50
ART IN THE HALL First Sunday, February 6, 10am-4pm Atrium Design Center A perfect indoor venue for a new monthly art event…ART IN THE HALL promises to be a lively & unique developing attraction for artists & the community. A mix of artists & crafts people, with a variety of original work in various mediums for sale. The first event in December 5, 2010 with 34 participants. Artist Linda Maxson demonstrated clay prints, musician Joe Baldino played acoustic Latin/jazz guitar, poet Patricia Artist, Betty Klass with her gourd art. D’Alessandro read between sets. Animal welfare groups brought dogs for adoption. ART IN THE HALL of 2011 will continue on the first Sunday of each month. Clare Dune, artist/organizer of the event, says, “I am thrilled with the event take shape in such an elegant indoor setting. You can always expect surprises but not from the weather! Come see! For more information call 805-272-5695 or email artinthehall@me.com. It’s free to the public! Atrium Design Center, 69930 Highway 111, Rancho Mirage.
ArtFor Adults Classes and Kids Fun and Affordable! Learn the basics and explore new techniques. For beginners to experienced artists. Taught by award-winning artists and staff. • Watercolors • Acrylic Painting • Drawing & Sketching • Digital Photography • How to Sell Your Art
• Watercolor Pencils • Oil Painting • Bronze Sculpture • Origami • Pastels
Call 1-760-321-9858 or visit:
incredibleArtist.Com Bringing You the Future of Art
68718 E. Palm Canyon Drive #203 Cathedral City, CA
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CALENDAR FEBRUARY 19
Judy Nemer Sklar, Reception 6-9 pm IMAGES by GIDEON, Backstreet Art District, Palm Springs
FEBRUARY 19
R.C. Gorman ADAGIO Galleries, 73-300 El Paseo, Palm Desert.
Ben Joyce “Golden Gate Purple”, 80” x 32”, Mixed Media Resin on Wood, Ramey Fine Art, Palm Desert
FEBRUARY 26
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Kim Chasen, Reception 7-9 pm. DEZART ONE Gallery, Backstreet Art District, 2600 So. Cherokee Way, Palm Springs.
FEBRUARY 19
Dean Mitchell, J. WILLOTT Gallery, 73190 El Paseo, Palm Desert.
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20th ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION Gallery Artists Group Show. IMAGO Galleries, 45-450 Highway 74, Palm Desert.
FEBRUARY 26
Chris Young CODA Gallery. 73-151 El Paseo, Palm Desert
IN MARCH . . . MARCH 3
Kevin Box. Reception 5-9 pm RAMEY Fine Art, 73-400 El Paseo, Palm Desert.
MARCH 3 – MAR. 20
Larissa Morais. CHRISTOPHER MORGAN Galleries 73-375 El Paseo, Palm Desert.
MARCH 4, 5 & 6
Coachella Valley WATERCOLOR SOCIETY, SALE & SHOW, 10-5 pm. 75-200 Classic Club Blvd.,Palm Desert. 1-760-346-0835
MARCH 4
JURIED ART EXHIBITION of ARTWORK Opening reception, 6 pm. Palm Springs ART MUSEUM. 101 Museum Drive, Palm Springs.
CALENDAR MARCH 10, 11, 12 & 13 – 29TH
MARCH 26
LA QUINTA ARTS FESTIVAL La Quinta Civic Center Campus. 10-5 pm. 1-760-564-1244
Group Show. IMAGO Galleries 45-450 Highway 74, Palm Desert
MARCH 19 & 20
David Dornan. CODA Gallery, 73-151 El Paseo, Palm desert
CIRCLE of ART, SHOW & SALE Christmas Circle in Downtown Borrego Springs. 1-760-767-0042
MARCH 12
MARCH 26
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ART UNDER the UMBRELLAS at OLD TOWN LA QUINTA, 10-4 pm. 1-760-564-1244
Marlene Rose & Qi Qun Pan. CODA Gallery. 73-151 El Paseo, Palm desert. Continued on page 54
Howard’s Backdoor Gallery and Custom Frame Ltd. Over 30 years of Custom Picture Framing
• Prints • Posters • Limited Editions • Original Oils & Acrylics Artists: •Graeme Baxter •Nancy Rosen •Reinhard •Richard Dyer •John Powell •Chuck Hamilton •Pat Rothman •Grant Nelson •Susan Macarney-Snape and many others. PICK UP & DELIVERY - ask for details. • All work done on premises - Design service available • Custom framed mirrors - any size • Archival and Museum standards in framing to protect your art work • Plexi-Boxes, Shadow Boxes, Memory Boxes, Photo Restoration • Custom matting, multi-opening mats, custom-fabric covered mats • Custom stretched canvases - Canvas transfers, Antiquing art services • Art restoration services Located near the Elephant Car Wash
71-418 Highway 111, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270 Visit our website: www.howardsbackdoorgallery.com
(760) 779-1855 Email: howardsgallery@dc.rr.com See us on Facebook at Howards Backdoor Gallery and on Twitter at Desert Framer
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Galleries across the valley open their doors to the public – plan ahead and make a night of it . . . and make reservations at one of our fantastic restaurants!
First THURSDAY
(Every month • October 2010 thru June 2011)
El Paseo, Palm Desert
It’s exciting . . . more than 25 galleries open their doors and invite you to spend one fun evening . . . free parking, artists reception, gallery hospitality, festive atmosphere and beautiful art works for you to view and buy . . . if your want! Free shuttle service. 5 - 9 pm.
First FRIDAY
(Every month • October 2010 thru May 2011)
The Art Place Palm Desert
Discover Palm Desert’s unique Art and interior design complex. There is live music and a hosted bar . . . this is a fun evening! 6 pm to 9 pm.
First WEDNESDAY
(Every month - All year around)
Backstreet Art District Palm Springs Off of Hwy. 111 on Cherokee Way (behind the Mercedes dealership). Stroll and shop several independent artist studios and galleries. This is the coolest, hippest Art District in the desert. 6 pm to 9 pm.
First FRIDAY
(Every month • October 2010 thru May 2011)
Palm Springs, Downtown/Uptown Walk Palm Canyon and celebrate this eclectic hub of galleries and antique shops. 6 pm to 9 pm.
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Coachella Valley Watercolor Society 22nd Annual Members’ Art Show & Sale Friday, Saturday & Sunday, March 4, 5 & 6, 2011 The Classic Club clubhouse 75-200 Classic Club Blvd., Palm Desert Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Coachella Valley Watercolor Society (CVWS) will hold its 22nd Annual Members’ judged art show and sale on Friday, March 4, Saturday March 5 and Sunday March 6, 2011. The show will be held at an exciting new location this year. The Classic club is located only 10 minutes from highway 111, travel north on Cook St. just north of I-10 turn right onto Varner Rd. and then a quick left onto Classic Club Blvd. to the big yellow building. In addition to a lovely show site the facility has a restaurant and bar, so come and make a day of it. Admission is free and the public is invited. A professional artist will judge the framed entries and award ribbons. Over 150 quality original, framed watercolor paintings will be for sale, as
Kathy Dunham, Best in Show 2010
well as unframed matted watercolor paintings. Live art demonstrations will be given daily at 10 AM and at 1 PM by professional CVWS members. Show chair is Kathleen Scoggin. Last years winners were: Best of Show Kathy Dunham, 1st Place - Vicki Serva, 2nd Place - Moira Johannessen, 3rd Place and People’s Choice - Barbara Bennett and 4th Place - Nels Femrite. For more information call 760-346-0835 or visit http://web.me.com/skip41lewis/CVWS/Welcome.html
COACHELLA VALLEY WATERCOLOR SOCIETY
22nd Annual Members’ Art Show and Sale
Fri., Sat. & Sun. March 4, 5 & 6, 2011 10am to 5pm Indoors FREE Admission
Watercolor Demonstrations
New Location!
“The CLASSIC CLUB Clubhouse” Only 10 min. from Hwy. 111
“Love in Bloom” by Kathy Dunham
Big yellow building North of I-10 Fwy. 75-200 Classic Club Blvd., Palm Desert. North on Cook St., past I-10, right on Varner Blvd., left on Classic Club Blvd.
http://www.cvws.blogspot.com Info: 1-760-346-0835
CALENDAR
“November”, oil on canvas by Joshua Smith, 48” x 52”, Christopher Morgan Galleris, Palm Desert.
IN APRIL . . .
APRIL 16
APRIL 1,2 & 3
99 BUCKS Sale of Small Canvases. Open 4:30 pm. Hotel Zoso, 150 S. Palm Canyon, Palm Springs.
APRIL 1
Marian Moiseyev DEZART ONE GALLERY Backstreet Art District, Palm Springs.
INDIAN WELLS ARTS FESTIVAL Indian Wells Tennis Gardens. 78-200 Miles Ave.
Debra Malotte, Pamela Rae and Mark Yale Harris. Reception 6-9 pm RAMEY Fine Art, 73-400 El Paseo, Palm desert.
APRIL 3
Virginia Waring International Piano Competition Finals – McCallum Theatre. 1-760-340-2787
APRIL 9
Sarena Rosenfeld. CODA Gallery, 73-151 El Paseo, Palm Desert.
APRIL 9
ART UNDER the UMBRELLAS at OLD TOWN LA QUINTA. 10-4 pm. 1-760-564-1244 54 DESERT ART•SCENE
APRIL 30
IN MAY 2011 MAY 23
Jayel Aheram Palm Desert Community Gallery City Hall, 73-510 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert.
IN SEPTEMBER, 2011 SEPTEMBER 4
Fifth Annual ART FAIR DORE’S MOUNTAIN METALS & ART GARDEN 28815 Highway 243, Mountain Center. 1-951-659-0791
JURIED ART SHOW & SALE
CIRCLE of ART Downtown Borrego Springs, CA Saturday, March 19 & Sunday, March 20, 2011
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he 22nd annual juried “Circle of Art” Show & Sale will be held on Saturday, March 20 from 9 to 5 and on Sunday, March 21 from 9 to 3:30. This FREE outdoor fine arts show is staged on Christmas Circle in downtown Borrego Springs. Over 61 artists will exhibit their quality paintings and art works: oils & watercolors, photography, sculpture, ceramics/pottery, jewelry, fabric arts and other art items. A full color show poster will be for sale featuring a photograph by Tomas Campbell of Guatag, CA.
“Storm Light” by Tomas Campbell, is the poster artist for 2011.
The title of this photo is “Storm Light.” For information call 1-760-767-0042 or visit www.circle-of-art.org. E-mail us at: CircleOfArt@yahoo.com.
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Virginia Waring International Piano Competition The Virginia Waring International Piano Competition returns March 27 - April 3, 2011. Most events are FREE. Virtuoso pianists from around the world ages 9-17 participate in Solo, Concerto and Master Class rounds, Indian Wells Theater, Cook St., Palm Desert (Mar 27 through Apr 2). Solo Finals on Fri, Apr 1, 7 PM, Indian Wells Theatre - $10 & $20 - 760-773-2575 or www.vwipc.org. This world class classical event concludes with the Concerto Finals with Orchestra on Sun, April 3, 2011, McCallum Theatre, 2 PM. - $15, $25, $35 (760) 340-2787 – this performance only.
You won’t believe your ears! Young international pianists age 9 to 17 Solo, master classes & Concerto Finals with Orchestra
International Host City of the 2011 Competition March 27 – April 3, 2011 Indian Wells Theater McCallum Theatre
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IMAGO Gallery – Kurt Russell, left, attending a successful art reception for artist Don Gummer, right, with art collector Heidi McFee , center, in Palm Desert.
CHRISTOPHER MORGAN Galleries – Exhibition and reception for artist Joshua Smith, right, with gallery owner Christopher Morgan, left, in Palm desert.
ADAGIO Gallery – Gallery owner, Mark Prader, right, with artist Jami Tobey, is ready for a special show Saturday, January 8, from 4-7, with all new works, in Palm Desert. Don’t miss it. 58 DESERT ART•SCENE
J. WILLOTT Gallery - Owners Josh Otter, left, and Joshua Paquete, discussing new artists in their gallery; Julie Speidel, Ed Mell, Michael Chapman and Doug Smith, in Palm Desert.
TED PHILLIP DENTON Working Studio & Gallery -Caught at the recent “Red and Black and White” show are Susan and David Hill of Santa Fe, left, with artist Ted Denton, at the backstreet Art District in Palm Springs.
NIKKO STUDIO – Celebrating the Grand Opening in the Backstreet Art District of Palm Springs is gallery owner Nancy Lee, right ,with Miguel Vas Quz, left, Nikko Ladislaus (daughter), and artist, Hans Ladislaus.
CODA Gallery - Five year old Sofia Burega, attending a show for dad, artist, Peter Burega, center, with gallery owner, David Katz, right, in Palm Desert.
RICHARD DANSKIN Galleries - Award winning Artist, Jack Storms, left, simulating pouring a drink from his crystal sculptures with gallery owners Val and Geoff Douglas, on El Paseo in Palm Desert.
Receptions, Openings, Showings! Photos by Millie Roche IMAGO Gallery - Attending the “REAL: Realism in Diverse Media” show are Harold Matzner, Shellie Reade, center, with gallery owner, Leisa Austin, right, in Palm Desert.
DESERT ART SOURCE - Gallery owner, Patrick Harkins, center, is pleased with the turnout at a recent reception for artist, Irene Borg, left, and Fredrick Scott, on Corporate Way, Palm Desert.
RAMAY Fine Art -A special reception for artist Ben Joyce with gallery owner, Glenda Ramey, on El Paseo, in Palm Desert . DESERT ART•SCENE 59
MUSEUMS
Palm Springs Art Museum
Discover the Palm Springs Art Museum. Located in beautiful downtown Palm Springs.
101 Museum Drive, Palm Springs (760) 325-0189 Agua Caliente Cultural Museum
219 S. Palm Canyon Drive Palm Springs (760)883-8169 Mon-Fri (760)323-0151 Sat-Sun WWW.ACCMUSEUM.ORG Experience the history and culture of the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians – earliest people of Palm Springs. Open Wed-Sat, 10-5 and Sun Noon-5 Labor Day to Memorial Day; Fri-Sat 10-5 and Noon-5 Memorial Day to Labor Day.
Children’s Discovery Museum of the Desert
71-701 Gerald Ford Drive, Rancho Mirage (760) 321-0602 Hands-on fun for children of all ages allows them to explore in their very own “ museum.” Open Tue-Sat 10 am to 5 pm, Sun noon to 5, closed Monday during May thru December. Admission $6. 60 DESERT ART•SCENE
Cabazon Cultural Museum
84-245 Indio Springs Dr. Indio (760) 342-2593, ext. 3017 Open Mon-Fri 9 am to 4 pm. Cabazon Band of Mission Indians. Take Auto Center Drive exit on I-10.
Coachella Valley Museum & Cultural Center
82-616 Miles Avenue Indio (760) 342-6651 Open Wednesday - Saturday 10 am to 4 pm; Sunday 1 to 4 pm.
Desert Holocaust Memorial
Palm Desert (760) 321-0080 Palm Desert Civic Center Park, behind City Hall, San Pablo and Fred Waring Dr.
MUSEUMS General Patton Memorial Museum
World War II military memorabilia and equipment. Open 9:30 am to 4:30 pm daily. Chiriaco Summit exit on I-10 - 27 miles east of Indio.
La Quinta Museum
77-885 Calle Montezuma La Quinta (760) 777-7170
The Living Desert
47-900 Portola Avenue Palm Desert (760) 346-5694 1,200-acre wildlife and botanical park. Open daily 9 am to 5 pm. $10.50 adults; $9.50 seniors over 62; $6.50 children 3-12; free 2 and under.
PALM SPRINGS ART MUSEUM 101 Museum Drive Palm Springs 325-0189 Open: Closed
Tues., Wed., Fri. & Sat. 10-5pm Thur.: 12-8pm Free after 4pm Sunday: Noon to 5pm Mondays and major holidays.
Free community evenings Thursday 4-8 pm. The Free Thursday, feature docent-led spotlight tours each week at 5 p.m. plus a rotating schedule of activities including staged readings, demonstrations by artists, family activities and poetry readings. Come and join in the fun!
McCallum Adobe Museum and Cornelia White House
221 S. Palm Canyon Drive Palm Springs (760) 323-8297 Two oldest structures in Palm Springs. Historical video, “Palm Springs: In the Beginning,” runs continuously. Open Wed 12-3 pm, Thurs, Fri, Sat 10 am - 4 pm, Sun 12-3 pm, closed Mon and Tues.
Palm Springs Air Museum
745 N. Gene Autry Trail Palm Springs (760) 778-6262 World War II fighters and Buddy Rogers theater. Open Wed-Mon 10 am to 5 pm.
Jude E. Poynter Golf Museum
Victor J. LoBue Institute of Golf COD, Palm Desert (760) 341-0994 Fred Waring Drive & San Pablo Ave, Golf memorabilia including photos, golf clubs, art. Open daily 7 am to 10 pm.
Ruddy’s General Store Museum
221 S. Palm Canyon Drive Palm Springs (760) 327-2156 Replica of late-19th century general store. Open Thurs, Fri, Sat, Sun 10-4 pm.
“Since 1950”
The 1st and Oldest Art Association in the Desert! Located in Historic Frances Stevens Park DOWNTOWN PALM SPRINGS
Fine Art Co-op Gallery Local Artists Art Classes
Join Our Artist’s Association! GALLERY SALES HOURS Open Daily 10 am - 4 pm 550 N. Palm Canyon Drive Palm Springs, CA 92262 (760) 323-7973
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b A rt i s t s D i r e c to ry B Edward Lupper Artist
original painting
Original paintings available thru the richard danskin galleries www.danskingalleries.com Palm Desert, Calif. 760-568-5557 800-456-0055
“The Frog Who Came To Tea” 5” x7”
www.lupperart.com elupper@dc.rr.com 760-770-4897
ELAINE MATHEWS
The Rising Sun In The Canyon 46” x 46” Acrylic Ben Jasper: abjinps@yahoo.com www.desertmoonstudio.com
STUDIO 760.328.4911 web.elaineartist.com e-mail: elaineartist@yahoo.com
DESERT ART CENTER 760.323.7973
760-202-7910
550 N. PALM CANYON DR. PALM SPRINGS
for Appointment
ESTABLISHED 1950
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b A rt i s t s D i r e c to ry B GWEN HUGHES Muralist, Painter, Sculptor Original Designs
Pool wall mural
Bench
Gate
(760) 989-2037 (760) 393-8119 www.barberartisticitonworks.com
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Celebrating
25th Anniversary
The CARLAN Gallery
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ontinuing to celebrate their 25th anniversary. Throughout their decades-long success in the desert, John Lanners and Dr. Richard Kraus, owners of the CARLAN GALLERY say, “there has never been a better investment than purchasing fine art”. Because of the wide selection of exceptional continental art, the gallery has acquired over the years
a national and international reputation for outstanding quality, affordability and excellent services. The visitor can view “The Painters of the Provence” with a large selection of new paintings by the celebrated painters: TRON, TRAMONI, RENAUDIER, MORONI and GUIRADO and other European artists.
Featuring The Painters of the Provence 2010 - 2011 Season Jean-Claude TRON Olivier TRAMONI Serge RENAUDIER Adrien MORONI Alain GUIRADO and other European Painters
“Bouquet de Fleurs Jaunes” Size unframed 40” x 32”
Original Oil on Canvas by Olivier
THE CARLAN GALLERY 1546 N. Palm Canyon Drive Palm Springs, CA 92262 (760) 322-8002 Fax: (760) 320-5305
“A Spectacular Location in Uptown Palm Springs.”
La Montee au Village “The Village Road” Size framed 38” x 38”
Original Oil on Canvas by Jean-Claude TRON
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