Dale Farland Let’s face it, we all have enough clothes, knick-knacks, and other items that can gather dust. Many of us are at a stage in our lives that we simply want to enjoy experiences. Yes, it might be fun to travel to an exotic location. But is that enough to fill our creative spirit?…
If you walk through SBR’s Art and Tech Center, you will usually notice a lot of bustling activity. The glass studio is always hopping, especially this time of year when members are getting ready for the holiday gift-giving season. The glass club is aptly named Glasshoppers. Members are busy creating beautiful glass creations for gift…
Dale Farland The SaddleBrooke Ranch Art Club hosted a general membership meeting on Oct. 6. Erin Newman, president, and Lisa Friedman, vice president, presented to the membership all of the activities and classes the SBR Art Club board has accomplished since the club was resurrected in April after the COVD hiatus. A calendar of upcoming…
On Sunday, Nov. 13, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., the Madaras Gallery presents ‘The Dude Ranch: America’s Original Rustic Escape.’ Join Madaras Gallery as we celebrate Arizona’s western heritage and explore the history of a uniquely American vacation experience, the dude ranch. Western author Lynn Downey and True Ranch Collection owner Russell True will entertain…
Linda Shannon-Hills “Creative” and “talented” are just two words heard often to describe the art exhibited and sold during the 9th Annual SaddleBrooke Ranch ARTwalk, an open-studio tour held on Saturday, Oct. 22 and Sunday, Oct. 23. The two-day event allowed residents of SaddleBrooke Ranch and two local communities in the area to visit 30…
Dale Farland Have you ever wanted to enjoy an evening with existing and new friends while painting your own picture? In the past, many SaddleBrooke Ranch (SBR) residents have delighted in the opportunity to paint with acrylic paints while having the camaraderie of others (with whatever libations you bring to sip). Well, this December is…
Karen Brungardt It is time again for the “Celebration of Watercolor” art show, where several award-winning SaddleBrooke watercolor artists will showcase their original works of art! This one-day event is on Saturday, Oct. 15, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the west end of the MountainView Country Club Ballroom in SaddleBrooke. The show is open…
Dale Farland The SaddleBrooke Ranch (SBR) Art Club will be hosting the next general meeting for existing and potential members on Thursday, Oct. 6 at 3 p.m. in the Art Room within the Creative Arts and Tech Center. We will be discussing upcoming classes such as watercolor, alcohol ink, acrylic painting, and other similar classes.…
Dale Farland Lisa Friedman, SBR resident and artist, is offering Beginner Drawing II again in November on three consecutive Wednesdays starting Nov. 2. Beginner Drawing II is for those who want to continue or simply join the class at this level. All classes will be held in the Art Room within the SBR Creative Arts…
Lisa Friedman As a benefit of being a member of the SaddleBrooke Ranch (SBR) Art Club, more than 25 members of the club came to our first “Art Jam” event. It was called “Wild and Wonderful Media” and it was held on Aug. 8 in the Art Room. Art Jam is a new concept for our…