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CALL TO Artists, Actors, Dancers, Musicians, Poets, Writers,
Theatre Groups, Museums, and Art Organizations!
To apply for participation in
Prescott’s Premier Art & Heritage Celebration 2009
Thumb Butte Festival
Friday-Saturday-Sunday
September 26-27-28, 10am-4pm
We invite you to apply for participation in our 5th Annual Thumb Butte Festival.
This highly successful signature event, formerly known as the Fall Arts Festival & Studio Tour, continues to build on our past and present culture in a collaborative manner. The name of the event has been changed to the Thumb Butte Festival for the purpose of branding. Our mission is to provide a festival that brings together local artist studios, art and heritage organizations, and business people who wish to participate for the purpose of educating the public and promoting Prescott as an art and heritage destination.
FREE self guided tour that includes:
- music
- dance performances
- staged readings museum & heritage venues
- STUDIO TOURS with artist demonstrations and more!
Introducing . . .
Visit CATALYST ARCHITECTURE by clicking on logo.
"Under Western Skies"
June 19-July 26, 2009
Curators: Cynthia Vidal, Patti Pearl, Robbynne Raupers
Prescott Fine Arts Gallery celebrates summer with the art exhibit, "Under Western Skies". This exhibit will commence with an opening reception on Friday, June 19, 5-7 p.m., and will run through July 26. Three pieces of artwork by the artists and curators, Cynthia Vidal, Patti Pearl and Robbynne Raupers will be raffled off during this exhibit. Winners will be announced on July 24.
Be sure to visit "Under Western Skies" during the 4th Friday Art Walks, June 26 and July 24 from 5-7:30 p.m. for entertainment by Granite Creek Bluegrass. A special event, “Presentation of Oil” is planned for July 3 at 6:00 p.m. with artist Jorge Moreno teaching the step-by-step basics of oil painting. These events will be free to the public.
Arizona, specifically Prescott and the surrounding areas, are well known for their beautiful cloud formations, sunsets, sunrises, and mountain silhouettes. The essence of our panoramic views will be captured in both 2-D and 3-D. This is a show you will not want to miss!
Prescott Fine Arts Association, 208 North Marina Street, Prescott, Arizona 86301. (Gallery and Gift Shop entrance on Willis St.).
For more information call: (928) 445-3286 or visit: www.pfaa.net
“UNDER WESTERN SKIES”
June 19 – July 26, 2009
Prescott Fine Arts Association - Gallery Exhibit
Opening Reception: Friday, June 19, 5-7 p.m.
Presentation of Oil: A Step-by-Step Instructional Presentation by Artist Jorge Moreno. Friday, July 3, 6:00 p.m. – Free to the public.
Raffle: Artwork by Cynthia Vidal, Patti Pearl, and Robbynne Raupers.
Raffle begins opening night and runs through the second Fourth Friday Art Walk. Winners will be announced at this time.
4th Friday Art Walks
June 26, 5-7:30 p.m. – Entertainment by Granite Creek Bluegrass
July 24, 5-7 p.m. – Entertainment by Granite Creek Bluegrass
208 N. Marina Street (Willis Street Entrance)
928-445-3286Gallery & Gift Shop Hours
Tue-Sat 10am – 3 pm, Sun 12-4 pm
ART CONVERSATION
with the Phippen Family
July 4, 2009 at 1:00pm
Free with Museum Admission
Join members of the Phippen Family as they share memories about George and the influence he has had on their lives and art.
Announcement: Seeking
Talent for Showcase Evening at Prescott's Premier Art & Heritage Celebration
The 2009 Thumb Butte Festival, presented by the Prescott Area Arts & Humanities Council. On September 26 & 27 stop by The Historic Elks Opera House for a weekend of Film, Live Entertainment, Tours, & Classes.
Visit ElksOperaHouseFoundation.org for details.
URGENT - Act Now: All Budget Proposals Are Out - Take Action!
Arizona's Arts Industry Faces Another Hit 
The Arizona Senate passed its budget and the effect is potentially devastating to the arts.
