Because we could not get together in person this year, a virtual awards ceremony allowed us to share the 35th Anniversary of this annual exhibition and all of the incredible artwork submitted from 28 high schools across the Valley! The Awards Ceremony recognized all of the student artists selected for this year’s exhibition by their […]

The Fifth Anniversary of Shemer Honors was celebrated virtually Friday, November 13, at 6 p.m. on the Shemer Art Center’s YouTube channel (where it is now available for public viewing).  The event recognized our 2020 Shemer Honors Honoree Beth Ames Swartz and showcased her journey and successes over her nearly 60-year career.  During the event […]

With continuous safety protocols and systems in place, the Shemer Art Center has announced the start of in-person classes July 6, and a planned re-opening date for the public of August 4, 2020. Originally scheduled for July 6, the public opening was pushed back in response to the continued increase in reported COVID-19 cases. “Our […]

Week Four of Summer Camps at the Shemer Art Center completed our offerings for 2020, but many students were still asking about returning for more! We were so pleased to be able to hold Summer Camps this year for 100 students ages 6 – 13, and we look forward to seeing all our returning students […]

Week 3 of Summer Camps at the Shemer Art Center took place June 15-19, and with relatively cool weather, it was reported as “a great place to be!” Just look at these creative kids from Ms. Amanda’s painting class. They all agreed, this was a fun way to spend a week of summer break!

Week 2 of Summer Camp at the Shemer Art Center was also fun, even though the weather was hotter, shortening the outdoor breaks! Inside the students were enjoying learning about famous artists and different techniques used in drawing. painting and sculpting! The art show and ice cream party on Friday wasn’t bad either!

Masks did not stand in the way of fun and learning during Week 1 of Summer Camps at the Shemer Art Center June 1-6!  Students still enjoyed their ceramics, painting and drawing classes, just like they do every year! This drawing class, taught by Mr. Brian, came together just long enough to capture how much fun […]

Dear Members of our Shemer Family: It is with great care and planning that as of May 20, 2020 we have developed a gradual reopening strategy for the Shemer Art Center, based on its size and physical configurations. To create this plan we have researched (and continue to research daily) all applicable local/state/federal guidelines and […]

Dear Members of our Shemer Family: In support of current precautions being taken by the City of Phoenix to address the Coronavirus (COVID-19), we have made the incredibly tough decision to temporarily stop offering classes, workshops and lectures, and close the Shemer to the general public beginning Tuesday, March 17, through April 30, or until further notice.  We […]

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