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DESERT RIDGE PLEIN AIR PAINTING FESTIVAL

LIVE PAINTING | YOUTH ART ACTIVITIES | EMERGING ARTIST SHOWCASE

DESERT RIDGE PLEIN AIR
PAINTING FESTIVAL
Phoenix, AZ

March 7, 2020

Saturday, 11:00am - 5:00pm

Presented by Vestar Properties (Desert Ridge Marketplace) and the Arizona Business Committee for the Arts, the Desert Ridge Plein Air Painting Festival provides a unique opportunity for artists to create original painted artworks live and in the open air, capturing the essence of a vibrant retail and community space while inviting shoppers to experience the sight, sound, and even texture of the plein air process. Over 30 artists will compete in the painting competition with cash prizes and a chance to become part of the official Desert Ridge Plein Air Gallery. 
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Additional activities include a Youth Plein Air competition, free painting activities for kids, onstage drawing and painting workshops, and an auction of previous festival paintings. 

​Contemporary plein air artists capture moments in time that reflect the ever- changing colors, light and shadows, temperature and shifting elements. This art form requires stamina, focus and the ability to be completely absorbed in their work regardless of their surroundings. 

Why?

As a core Business and Arts Integration method, the Desert Ridge Plein Air Festival festival provides unique opportunities for community-driven creative experiences in public spaces.  SAACA supports this unique arts approach to expand opportunities for local artists to exhibit, develop and showcase their craft in the community while simultaneously giving youth and emerging artists the opportunity to participate in the arts in a new way. 

Free Admission

There is no cost to attend the art festival.

EVENT PARTNERS

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LOCATION

Desert Ridge Marketplace
21001 N Tatum Blvd, Phoenix, AZ 85050
 
Set in a striking outdoor setting, Desert Ridge Marketplace features premier shopping, chef driven restaurants, health and fitness inspired options and entertainment for every occasion. Experience upgraded amenities and immerse yourself in a collection of destinations.  Conveniently located in Phoenix, Arizona just North of the Loop 101 on Tatum Boulevard. Come experience Desert Ridge Marketplace. Where Life Happens.

GET INVOLVED

Participate in the event as a featured  artist.  Apply Online below. 
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Artist Registration
The Youth Plein Air Workshop invites young artists to create with  guidance from professional instructors.
Youth Workshop Registration
Become an event sponsor.  Contact SAACA for a sponsor packet.

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Sponsor Contact
We are always in need of a few good volunteers.  Register to Volunteer.

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Volunteer Registration

2020 PARTICIPATING ARTISTS

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James Atwood
Tucson, AZ 
@atwoodartanddesign
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Arianna Avakian
Mesa, AZ
@ari.anna.art 
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Deb Boudreau 
Cave Creek, AZ 
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Nancy Breiman
Scottsdale, AZ 
www.nancybreiman.com
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Clifford Brown 
Tempe, AZ

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Wendy Butcher 
Scottsdale, AZ 
Facebook.com/Wendybdesigns
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Valentina Cerkas
Phoenix, AZ 
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Debborah Charboneau
Phoenix, AZ
www.debborahcharboneau.com 
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Anthony "Eli" Farias 
El Mirage, AZ 
www.elitheartist.com 
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Carla Fort
Phoenix, AZ
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Charles Funk 
Cave Creek, AZ 
www.cifunk.com

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Francisco Garcia 
Phoenix, AZ 
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Judith Gary
Tucson, AZ 
www.judithgary.com
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Kathryn Gipson 
Fort McCoy, FL
www.kathryngipson.com 
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Jennifer Golubiewski
Phoenix, AZ 
Etsy.com/shop/SunnySlopeDesign
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Denisa Grosu 
Phoenix, AZ 
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Gina Guarracino
Phoenix, AZ 
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Linda Harrison-Parsons 
​Scottsdale, AZ 
Facebook.com/LindaWildlifeArtist
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Farsina Karattil
​Scottsdale, AZ 
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Maria Karlosak 
Phoenix, AZ 
www.maria-karlosak.pixels.com
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Elva Lafforthun 
Scottsdale, AZ 
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Marsha Lazar Klinger 
Phoenix, AZ

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Kath Macaulay
Tucson, AZ 
www.pocketsketching.com
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Sterling Medrano 
Phoenix, AZ
Artpal.com/sterlingloiacono
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​Debra Murrow
Scottsdale, AZ 
www.debraleemurrow.com
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Victor Navarro 
Tucson, AZ 
victornavarroart.weebly.com
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Ann Osgood
Phoenix, AZ 
www.annosgood.com
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Jan Oxendale 
Sun City, AZ
www.janoxendale.com
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Jesse Perry 
Phoenix, AZ
@mrdowntownphx 
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Florine Porter
Webster Groves, MO 
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Linda Pullinsi
​Phoenix, AZ
www.lindapullinsi.com
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​Gina Ribaudo
Mesa, AZ 
www.ilovemurals.com
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Savita Sinha 
Peoria, AZ 
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Jinsheng Song
Fort McCoy, FL
www.art-mind.com
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Johan Sorvala 
Phoenix, AZ 
www.johansorvalafineart.artcall.org
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Bill Tomsa 
Surprise, AZ
www.bill-tomsa.pixels.com
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Lori Tuell 
Phoenix, AZ

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Ping Wei
Phoenix, AZ 
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Sarah Wetzel 
Tucson, AZ 
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Hristi Wilbur 
Glendale, AZ
www.hristiwilbur.com

2020 WINNERS

1st PLACE: JUDGE'S CHOICE

Jim Kinne
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2nd PLACE: JUDGE'S CHOICE

Johan Sorvala 
Phoenix, AZ 

www.johansorvalafineart.artcall.org
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3rd PLACE: JUDGE'S CHOICE

Nancy Breiman
Scottsdale, AZ 

www.nancybreiman.com
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PEOPLE'S CHOICE

​Gina Ribaudo
Mesa, AZ 

www.ilovemurals.com
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1st PLACE: JUDGE'S CHOICE YOUTH WORKSHOP
Carmen Duerinckx

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2nd PLACE: JUDGE'S CHOICE YOUTH WORKSHOP
Jacqueline Okeke
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3rd PLACE: JUDGE'S CHOICE YOUTH WORKSHOP
Lorenzo Ramos
Lorenzo Ramos
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Festival Tips

Parking is available free of charge at the shopping center.  If you are an emerging artist or professional artist and would like to get involved in the festival, complete the application for participation. 

Gallery of Festival Photos

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The Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance (SAACA) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the creation, preservation and advancement of the Arts. SAACA strengthens the bonds between people, place and purpose through collaborative, arts-driven experiences.
  • WHO WE ARE
    • ABOUT
    • TEAM CONTACTS
    • PARTNERS, DONORS & SPONSORS
    • BOARD OF DIRECTORS
    • CULTURAL EQUITY
  • WHAT WE DO
    • BUSINESS & ARTS PARTNERSHIPS
    • ARTS & HEALTHCARE
    • OPPORTUNITIES FOR ARTISTS - CALL TO ARTIST
    • ARTS EDUCATION
    • PUBLIC ART & MURAL ADMINISTRATION
    • EVENTS, PROGRAMS & FESTIVALS
    • CATALYST ARTS & MAKER SPACE
    • CREATIVE PLACEMAKING
    • CREATIVE SECTOR DEVELOPMENT
    • UNDERCOVER ARTS MAGAZINE
    • ONLINE ARTS & CULTURE >
      • CLASSES, WORKSHOPS & PERFORMANCES
      • STREAMING & VIDEO RESOURCES
      • COVID-19 RESPONSE & RESOURCES
  • SUPPORT & DONATE
    • DONATE AND SUPPORT
    • VOLUNTEER
    • INTERN
  • EVENTS, PUBLIC ART & PROGRAMS
    • EVENT & EXHIBITOR APPLICATIONS
    • ART FESTIVALS >
      • FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS & HOLIDAY TREE LIGHTING
      • ART ON THE LAKE FESTIVAL
      • DOWNTOWN GLENDALE ARTS & CULTURE FEST
      • LA ENCANTADA FINE ART FESTIVAL
      • SKY ISLANDS FALL ARTISAN MARKET
      • FALL ARTISAN MARKET
      • SPRING FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS
    • COMMUNITY ART GALLERIES >
      • VENTANA GALLERY AT ROCHE >
        • Roche Lung Cancer Awareness Exhibition
        • Roche Celebrating Moments >
          • Active Moments - Roche Community Photography Exhibition
          • Frozen in Time - Roche Community Photography Exhibition
          • Up Close and Personal - Roche Community Photography Exhibition
          • Quiet Contentment - Roche Community Photography Exhibition
    • ARTS & CULTURAL CELEBRATIONS >
      • Desert Ridge Music and Murals
      • Tempe World of Chalk
      • Cruise, BBQ & Blues
      • Oro Valley Candy Crawloween
    • CULINARY ARTS >
      • SAVOR FOOD & WINE FESTIVAL
      • DEVOUR CULINARY CLASSIC
      • Devour Culinary Classic
      • WORLD MARGARITA CHAMPIONSHIP
    • LIVE MUSIC & CONCERTS >
      • Oro Valley Concert Series
      • Riverfront Park Classical Concert Series
      • Steam Pump Concert Series
      • Lookout Tucson at Westward Look
      • Tucson Folk Festival
      • La Encantada Live
    • PUBLIC ART & MURAL INSTALLATIONS >
      • PUBLIC ART & MURAL INSTALLATIONS
      • Summer Youth Art Project 2022 >
        • Gila Monster
        • Glowing Scorpions
        • Prickly Pear Everywhere
      • Desert Ridge Mural Project
      • Sahuarita Public Art
    • DIGITAL ARTS PROGRAMS >
      • AARP Video Series
      • ORO VALLEY PHOTOGRAPHY COMPETITION
      • Local Food Heroes Virtual Classes
      • The Art of Food Cooking Classes
  • CATALYST ART SPACE & VENUE
    • VENUE & SPECIAL EVENT RENTALS
    • UPCOMING CLASSES & EVENTS
    • ARTIST-IN-RESIDENCE PROGRAM