In 2024, the Scottsdale Gallery Association continues its beloved Gold Palette ArtWalks, which occur as part of its weekly Thursday evening ArtWalk series. The first Gold Palette ArtWalk of the year, Demonstrate!, took place on Thursday, January 11th.
During this special event, which takes place throughout the Scottsdale Arts District — along Main St. from Scottsdale Rd. to Goldwater Blvd. and north of Indian School Rd. on Marshall Way to 5th Ave. — guests can enjoy live art demonstrations along the corridors of the district. Many participating SGA members will also be featuring live artists’ demonstrations and receptions within their galleries.
“We look forward to seeing all our favorite art enthusiasts, and welcoming new friends at Demonstrate!,” says Scottsdale Gallery Association President French Thompson. “This ArtWalk presents a one-of-a-kind opportunity for local artists to showcase their creative processes in real time and allows art lovers to get a glimpse of this.”
As attendees stroll along the Scottsdale Arts District from gallery to gallery, they can enjoy live performances from traditional bagpipers and other entertainment. Select SGA members are also hosting events in their galleries during the Demonstrate! Gold Palette ArtWalk, including:
Carstens Fine Art Studio & Gallery
7100 E. Main St., #B
Artist and Gallery Owner Cyndy will be doing a live painting during the ArtWalk. Guests can also enjoy live music in the gallery that evening.
On the Edge
On the Edge encourages art enthusiasts to embrace the allure of fresh perspectives in the company of captivating artworks featuring a fusion of culture and inspiration. During this event, guests can drop in and meet featured artists Peggy Orbon (pastel and oil), Shelly Taylor (jewelry) and Cal Vander Kooi (wood turning).
Pavilion Fine Arts Gallery
7034 E. Main St.
During the ArtWalk, Alicia Hidalgo Furner, artist and owner of Pavilion Fine Arts, will be demonstrating how she creates beautiful real flower artwork. During this process, she uses dried flower petals and pieces to create art pieces on canvas, similar to a painting.
The Signature Gallery
7177 E. Main St.
The Signature Gallery is proud to host esteemed local artist Reid Richardson during the ArtWalk. Guests will have the exclusive opportunity to witness live artist demonstrations from Richardson himself, offering an immersive experience to view his artistic process. Renowned for his exceptional ability to infuse landscapes with a profound sense of wonder and emotion, Richardson stands out as a luminary in the realm of contemporary art. His bespoke visions of American landscapes, often including Arizona’s own vibrant valleys and sweeping sunsets, have garnered the acclaim of collectors and critics alike. During the event, guests are invited to enjoy wine and appetizers and meet Richardson as he brings his visions to life in oil paint.
Wilde Meyer Gallery
4142 N. Marshall Way
Throughout January and to coincide with the Demonstrate! Gold Palette ArtWalk, Wilde Meyer Gallery presents an innovative show of favorite artists with a reception on January 11th featuring a demonstration by Scottsdale artist Timothy Chapman.
Xanadu Gallery
7039 E. Main St., #101
Xanadu Gallery is pleased to feature works by Arizona artist John Horejs during the Demonstrate Gold Palette ArtWalk. Horejs draws the inspiration for his oil paintings from the breathtaking landscapes of the Western United States. Most of his work is done in-studio using his own photographs of lush landscapes, gardens, clouds and deserts. Horejs will be doing a live painting demonstration in the gallery during the event.
The Scottsdale Gallery Association’s weekly ArtWalk, held most every Thursday evening from 7-9 p.m. in partnership with the city of Scottsdale, highlights the finest art in Scottsdale featured throughout more than 30 galleries and two museums — Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art and Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West. In addition, the SGA’s Gold Palette ArtWalks, with multiple events throughout the year, feature extended hours, a dedicated theme and specialty activities including entertainment, refreshments, demonstrations and more. For more information, visit scottsdalegalleries.com.
About the Scottsdale Gallery Association:
A nonprofit organization, the Scottsdale Gallery Association (SGA) consists of gallery owners that promote fine art galleries in the Scottsdale Art District. Scottsdale is home to more than 100 galleries dedicated to exhibiting the finest visual art from around the world as well as local Arizona art. The galleries offer a diverse array of works in a wide variety of mediums. SGA members strive to make art accessible to all, from the serious art collector to the casual art patron. Scottsdale’s ArtWalk events began in 1975 to give guests an opportunity to enjoy featured artists at the galleries, a vibrant cultural environment, entertainment and refreshments.
