Arts in Sedona
By Roger Naylor
Sedona, ever-changing in the light, has mesmerized artists, challenging them to capture its splendor.
Today, Sedona is home to hundreds of artists of every medium and aesthetic bent. It is an art community of ruggedly individualistic expression, from cutting-edge contemporary to visionary, Native American to modern realism. This burgeoning level of cultural activity helped foster Sedona's reputation as a destination. Sedona now rivals Santa Fe and Scottsdale in its richness of the arts.
Where there is art, there are galleries. Over 40 Sedona galleries showcase contemporary, representational and traditional artists who are known nationally and internationally. This creates a full calendar of openings, artist receptions, demonstrations and workshops to keep the art aficionado entertained year 'round.
Every first Friday of the month, several of Sedona’s most prominent art galleries host an evening of openings, technique demonstrations and receptions, from 5-8 p.m. The Sedona Trolley offers free transportation as it makes a continuous loop between participating galleries. For more information, contact the Sedona Gallery Association at (928) 282-7390 or click here .
Here are just a few of Sedona’s outstanding art galleries.
Eclectic Image Gallery — Not much of a photographer? Don't waste your time and money on overexposed snapshots. Invest in matted, mounted images of Sedona's red rocks at this fine art photography gallery. Tlaquepaque Village, 336 Hwy. 179, (928) 203-4333 or eclecticimage.com .
Exposures International Gallery of Fine Art — The place to go if you are looking for something big - a sculpture for the back yard, a wall size photographic mural, a large format oil painting. Styles range from traditional to modern. Gallery Row, 561 Hwy. 179, (928) 282-1125 or (800) 526-7668 or exposuresfineart.com .
Lanning Gallery – A classic and contemporary fine arts gallery, with a lengthy roster of established and emerging artists. They also carry the custom-designed and hand-painted Sticks furniture. Hozho Center, 431 Hwy. 179, (928) 282-6865 or lanninggallery.com
El Prado by the Creek – Impossible to resist this gallery with their courtyard all a-twirl with mesmerizing wind sculptures. Large rock chairs are scattered about looking like Fred Flintstone’s patio. You’ll be amazed at how comfortable they are. But be sure to wander inside to enjoy their richly varied collection. Tlaquepaque Village, 336 Hwy. 179, (928) 282-7390 or elpradogalleries.com .
Goldenstein Gallery – Featuring the work of local and regional artists in all media: paintings, sculpture, art furniture and kaleidoscopes. Very dramatic pieces. Come in and tour the sculpture garden. Uptown, 390 N. Hwy. 89A, (928) 204-1765 or goldensteinart.com .
Erickson Studio Gallery – If you like seeing art brought to life, you’ll enjoy this gallery where there always seems to be a stirring landscape on the easel. Marilyn Erickson specializes in capturing the red rocks and lush light of her surroundings. Come and browse the excellent selection of Southwest paintings. Creekside Plaza, 251 Hwy. 179, (928) 203-9474 or sedonapaintings.com .
Lark Art – Animals are the focus in this airy space that feels like a renovated loft. A whimsical and colorful menagerie, created in paint, wood and clay will bring a smile to your face. The affordable prices will slap a big grin on your wallet. Hozho Center, 431 Hwy. 179, (928) 282-5545.
Sedona Arts Center – The Sedona Arts Center offers a year-round School of the Arts, a Fine Arts Members Gallery and a Community Exhibitions Gallery displaying the largest selection of local artists’ work in the area. The Center also sponsors the Plein Air Festival, with invited artists painting in the open air. Uptown Sedona, 15 Art Barn Rd, (928) 282-3809 or (888) 954-4442 or sedonaartscenter.com .
Gallery of Modern Masters - One of the finest galleries in the Southwest, the Gallery of Modern Masters boasts of the largest collection of glass art in Arizona. This Sedona gallery offers to the serious collector and casual admirer a unique selection of oils, original lithographs, sculptures, ceramics, glass and photography by local, regional and international artists including masters from Picasso and Chagall to Ries and Perry. 928.282.3313 — 888.282.3313 (toll free) galleryofmodernmasters.com
Sedona Arts Festival, a fair featuring both art and crafts, takes place every October. Proceeds support arts programming in the community and provides scholarships to students pursuing an artistic career. (928) 204-9456 or sedonaartsfestival.org .
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