On Saturday, February 22, 2025 we will hold our 9th Annual FURRY FRIENDS FINE ARTS FESTIVAL!
Voted BEST ART FESTIVAL in 2022 by the Phoenix New Times!
This fun, animal-themed arts festival is “purr-fect” for the ENTIRE family, sure to be a “dog-gone” fun day to remember!
Mark your calendars and plan to join us for our 6th Annual ART IN THE GARDEN and SPARKLING TEA!
The ART IN THE GARDEN portion of our event will be held on the front lawn and sculpture area of the Shemer Art Center. This fun, two-day event will feature a colorful display of garden-themed artist tents, showcasing the latest in floral, botanical, ceramic, wood and wearable art, created by a wide variety of artists from all over Arizona. Plus there will be live music, food & beverage vendors, and a garden art raffle! Guests can also view our two exhibitions on display inside and visit our gift shop!
Our Sparkling Tea will be held on Saturday under a shade structure created of colorful umbrellas. Live music and a menu of scones, finger sandwiches and petite pastries will be complemented by a short program, and of course, teas and a sparkling accompaniment. An award will also be presented during the tea for the most artistic garden hat!
Also confirmed, a repeat of our new partnership with Phoenix Rotary 100 (rotary100.org/takeflight/). Its event, TAKE FLIGHT, features beautiful metal butterflies for sale, created by Arizona artists, that in 2024 culminated into a colorful buyer’s reception at the Shemer on Sunday, a portion of the proceeds from which will benefit the Shemer Art Center and youth art education.
To see images from our 2024 event click HERE!
Each year the Shemer Art Center recognizes ONE Arizona artist who has achieved great success in his or her career and made an impact within the state.
In 2025 we will celebrate the 10th anniversary of this event with an exhibition and cocktail reception starting at 5:30 p.m. at the Shemer Art Center, followed by a dinner and program starting at 7 p.m. Last year’s honoree was Arizona artist and foundry owner Tom Bollinger. Previous honorees include Angela Tassoni, Jim Waid, Merrill Mahaffey, Bill Nebeker, Beth Ames Swartz, Mark Klett, Mayme Kratz and Ed Mell.
