In this issue

Michael Scott: Favoring Fire • Playing Tricks, By John O’Hern • Moments in Time: Collector’s Focus: Still Lifes • The Art Lover’s Guide to Collecting Fine Art in Scottsdale & Vicinity • Celebration of Fine Art • and previews of works for sale at upcoming shows coast to coast

Favoring FIRE

Using the elements as his guide, Michael Scott examines the changing landscape in two exhibitions.

5 mins

MOMENTS IN TIME

COLLECTOR'S FOCUS STILL LIFES

8 mins

Scottsdale & VICINITY

While other states in the country prepare for their cold, winter months, Arizona comes alive with its dynamic, diverse art scene. It’s not all tumbleweeds and dusty earth but rather a burgeoning art destination from the small northern towns of Flagstaff, Prescott and Sedona, to the larger cities of Phoenix, Tucson and Scottsdale.

2 mins

Engaging with the Arts

The 31st annual Celebration of Fine Art returns January 16 in Scottsdale, Arizona.

2 mins

The World We Share

As 2021 arrives, RJD Gallery curated an exhibition that helps define inner feelings and the current times. The show, titled The World We Share, will feature artwork from artists such as Geoffrey Laurence, Julia Chen, Matt R. Martin, Salvatore Alessi, Margaret Bowland and Frank Oriti.

5 mins

CINDY RIZZA - Recorded History

A pile of lovingly made and lovingly used quilts and afghans on a chair in the afternoon sun is a comforting sight. It might inspire remembrance of things past or the idea of curling up underneath one of them for a nap.

1 min

Vibrant Florals

Arden Gallery is looking to 2021 with hope and positivity with their January group show Floral Still Life, signifying unity and rebirth.

2 mins

BETSY EBY Mystics

The American Quaker John Greenleaf Whittier wrote a poem about the Vedic practice of consuming a hallucinogenic drink in rituals. As a Quaker he advocated, rather, waiting for “the still small voice of calm.”

2 mins

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American Art Collector Magazine Description:

Previewing upcoming art exhibitions from coast to coast, American Art Collector is a unique monthly magazine specially designed to bring living representational artists, galleries and active art collectors together in one place.