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Wigwam Festival of Fine Art
When
- Friday
- Feb. 10, 2012
- 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Description
Masters of Western and Native American Art showcased at historic Wigwam Resort. Sponsored by the Western Art Collector magazine, the prestigious event will provide you with three full days of world-class art and exciting entertainment, all in an elegant outdoor setting.
This event draws award-winning artists of western, Native American and southwestern genres. You'll find contemporary bronze sculptures by Kim Obrzut, one of the first American Indian women to work in bronze, western bronze sculptures by Tim Harmon a Western Artists of America gold medal winner, beautiful bronze and stone sculpture creations from Mike Greenfield, which reveal the soul of the stone and the spirit of the people. Also featured will be Oreland C. Joe, the first Native American artists to be indducted into the owboy Artists of America.
This year, the featured artist is Sharon Brening who is known for her sensitive portraits of everyday Native American life. Her oil paintings often depict Native children and elders. She is also a member of the Western Artists of America, a prestigious invitational member group of artisans dedicated to preserving America’s western heritage. In 2011, Sharon won the gold medal award for oil painting at the Annual Western Artists of America show and sale in Texas.
When you are ready for a break, treat yourself to al fresco dining on the majestic front lawn of this historic Arizona landmark and enjoy the Wigwam's signature dishes prepared in the garden by award winning chefs in crisp white uniforms and billowy white hats, complimented by Mimosa's, Bloody Mary's and superior fine wines.
Relax and enjoy the best in Native American entertainment. Be enchanted by the stories and music of “Lord of the Stings” Arvel Bird, master fiddler and Native American storyteller. Enjoy the music of Tony Duncan and Estun Bah. Watch the traditional dancing of the colorful Yellow Bird Dancers and stunning dance performances by the White Mountain Apache Crown Dancers
This event will be a great opportunity for a getaway to indulge yourself in elegant art and stirring outdoor entertainment in a setting that has drawn discriminating visitors to the West Valley over the years.
This event draws award-winning artists of western, Native American and southwestern genres. You'll find contemporary bronze sculptures by Kim Obrzut, one of the first American Indian women to work in bronze, western bronze sculptures by Tim Harmon a Western Artists of America gold medal winner, beautiful bronze and stone sculpture creations from Mike Greenfield, which reveal the soul of the stone and the spirit of the people. Also featured will be Oreland C. Joe, the first Native American artists to be indducted into the owboy Artists of America.
This year, the featured artist is Sharon Brening who is known for her sensitive portraits of everyday Native American life. Her oil paintings often depict Native children and elders. She is also a member of the Western Artists of America, a prestigious invitational member group of artisans dedicated to preserving America’s western heritage. In 2011, Sharon won the gold medal award for oil painting at the Annual Western Artists of America show and sale in Texas.
When you are ready for a break, treat yourself to al fresco dining on the majestic front lawn of this historic Arizona landmark and enjoy the Wigwam's signature dishes prepared in the garden by award winning chefs in crisp white uniforms and billowy white hats, complimented by Mimosa's, Bloody Mary's and superior fine wines.
Relax and enjoy the best in Native American entertainment. Be enchanted by the stories and music of “Lord of the Stings” Arvel Bird, master fiddler and Native American storyteller. Enjoy the music of Tony Duncan and Estun Bah. Watch the traditional dancing of the colorful Yellow Bird Dancers and stunning dance performances by the White Mountain Apache Crown Dancers
This event will be a great opportunity for a getaway to indulge yourself in elegant art and stirring outdoor entertainment in a setting that has drawn discriminating visitors to the West Valley over the years.
Phone
623-734-6526
cvermillion12@cox.net
Where
Ends
- Sunday
- Feb. 12, 2012
- 4:00 PM
Tags
music , western art collector , hoop dancer , wigwam resort , native american , music , attraction , western art , , art , social , festival , cave creek , performing art , food , dance , art , learning , fine art
