The Sedona Gallery Association represents the collaborative efforts of the premiere galleries in Sedona to ensure that art lovers and artist alike experience the best art environment imaginable. By working together to support special art events and encourage strict ethical business practices the association continues to cultivate the visual arts and cultural life of Sedona. The association provides a unified voice to advance standards of excellence and raise awareness to ensure high aesthetic quality for all our patrons.
 

1st Friday Evening in the Galleries
On the first Friday of each month, from 5:00 - 8:00 pm, members of the Sedona Gallery Association offer a unique monthly showcase highlighting artists, special exhibits, and art events. These special art receptions give locals and Sedona visitors alike the opportunity to enjoy light refreshments while beginning their weekends with an exploration of Sedona’s exciting art scene. For your convenience, the Sedona Trolley provides free transportation to venture from art gallery to art gallery. Please refer to the map on this site for all the trolley stops on the art gallery loop. For additional information, contact us.
SGA galleries features for October 2008:
El Prado by the Creek - Discover one of the up and coming young artists in America at El Prado by the Creek during “The Next Generation” show. Fredrick Stephens, recently chosen by Southwest Art magazine as one of their “21 under 31” emerging artists, fuses land and light in unique landscape paintings that bridge traditional tonal elegance with contemporary flare. His creations reveal layers of depth through the use of varying earth tones, and he often combines splashes of vivid color to captivate the observer. This is your chance to meet this young artist and experience his nationally-renown work. Friday night reception (10/3) and Saturday (10/4) demonstrations.
Erickson Studio Gallery is where visitors can meet the artist and see paintings in progress. Marilyn Erickson paints the spectacular Southwest landscape including Sedona and Grand Canyon. She enjoys meeting the public and sharing her ideas about art. She is happy to respond to any questions while she will be working on her latest new painting. The gallery also features exquisite pottery and hand-made jewelry. Upper Level of Creekside Plaza, just north of Tlaquepaque.
Gallery of Modern Masters - Kicking off the month of October with an artist reception for the internationally acclaimed artist Virginia Gabaldo 5 to 8 PM and catered by the popular restaurant, Elote Cafe. Gabaldo’s unique technique of reverse-painted glass bas reliefs creates spellbinding images that spur the imagination. Join us for wine and hor d’oeuvres before dinner.
Goldenstein Gallery continues their of tradition featuring internationally
renown, contemporary Native American and Western Artists this October and
November. This show represents the quintessential Indian and Western
cultures. Among the stars of this special show are David DeVary, known for his
"Cowboys & Cowgirls with Attitude". Upton Ethelbah (Greyshoes) is the
recent winner of the Best of Show in Bronze Sculpture. Star York, who was
chosen as one of the 30 most influential artists by Southwest Art Magazine.
Jan Van Ek whose equinine sculpture are collected internationally and
Painter Jim Van Deman whose evocative paintings are a reflection of his
Delaware Tribal heritage.
James Ratliff Gallery will be introducing the work of artist Angela Mia
De La Vega. Her sculptures have been attracting much attention over the years and we are very happy to be showing her work. Exalting the human spirit by creating realistic faces and body movements that are not stilted or staged is how we can easily recognized the unique art of Angela Mia De la Vega’s figurative bronze sculpture. Her work’s greatest inspiration is the wonderful realm of the ever-changing individuality of the children she portrays.
Kinion Fine Art presents a spectacular landscape exhibition. The show will feature Cody DeLong, Tom Fish, Linda J. Lee and Tom Lynch. Award-winning DeLong of Jerome is known for a breathtaking sense of light. Fish’s work looks photographic but as the viewer moves closer an impressionistic style emerges. Linda J. Lee combines spectacular terrain with dramatic illumination and color. Tom Lynch’s use of shimmering coloring and romantic lighting unveil his reverence for the landscape.
Kuivato Glass Gallery will be presenting the hand-blown glassworks of Stephen Gartner and Danielle Blade from Ashley Falls, MA. Their work is inspired by nature along with their fascination with primitive cultures and rituals.
Lanning Gallery features “The Art of Sticks” in October, showcasing the joyful and colorful hand-made, hand-painted furniture of Sticks. From lazy susans to tables with chairs to benches and armoires, the skilled and inspired artisans that make up Sticks create usable art that overflows with vibrancy and beauty. Lanning Gallery has now become one of the top galleries in the country producing custom-made Sticks pieces.
Lark Art delights in presenting "From Clay to Creatures... the Enchanting Ceramics of Dan and Laurie Hennig." Lifetimes of artistic experiences emerge from the clay as Dan and Laurie create the animals they have found to be the most fascinating. From whimsical animal mugs to iconic vases, their amazing and affordable art offers something for everyone. Please join us as we toast their latest creations...
Mountain Trails Gallery celebrates three of Sedona's most respected women artists during the month of October. Renowned sculptor Susan Kliewer, impressionistic watercolor and oil painter Betty Carr, and acrylic painter Lisa Danielle comprise our "Three Women" for the First Friday Artwalk on October 3. Susan will be showcasing her newest sculpture depicting a young Navajo mother - Shima. Betty's work reflects the beauty of the many landscapes she has captured will teaching throughout the world and Lisa Danielle will debut Native artifact paintings rich in tradition and detail.
Sedona Arts Center - “Season of Change” at the Fine Art Members Gallery presents the artistic interpretation of the season by five featured artists - Susan Pitcairn (Oils), Laura Pokorny (Ceramics), Bobbie Stearn (Oils), Harvey Stearn (Photography), and Jennifer Defoe (Jewelry). Enjoy a beautiful autumn evening filled with beautiful art, fine wine and the creative energy of artists and art lovers. Come early for poetry in Poet’s Corner (4-5 pm) and stay for the reception in the Gallery.
Turquoise Tortoise Gallery features “The Mummy’s Bundle,” showcasing this distinctive collection of jewelry inspired by relics of the past. Ancient Native American cultures in the Southwest are the inspiration for most Mummy’s Bundle pieces featured at Turquoise Tortoise Gallery: Designs feature replicas of area pictographs, traditional Navajo (Diné) silver buttons and white heart beads (heavily traded by the Hudson's Bay Trading Company). Perfect for today’s fashion-conscious art connoisseur.
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