The American “Mona Lisa” Terry Flanigan SaddleBrooke artist Terry Flanigan breaks down the elements of the world’s most iconic paintings by American–born, expatriate James Abbott McNeill Whistler. Follow the fascinating story of this rebellious bohemian dandy and prolific painter, etcher, lithographer, and printmaker whose journey passed through many of the varied artistic movements of the…
Theresa Poalucci The SaddleBrooke Fine Arts Guild (SBFAG) would like to thank everyone who participated in and attended its annual Fine Art Show and Sale, held Feb. 20 through 21 at the MountainView Ballroom. The event brought together artists, collectors, and community members for two inspiring days celebrating creativity, craftsmanship, and connection through the visual arts.…
Artist Spotlight: Katherine Evans Tracy Nelson Katherine Evans’ life is all about animals. From her artwork to her personal life, animals and their welfare are her motivating force. Since moving to SaddleBrooke two years ago, Katherine has begun creating colored pencil portraits of animals, both endangered species and domestic pets, with the goal of donating…
Art Sampler Class Set for February 11 Jenni Long Calling all beginning or exploring artists! The SaddleBrooke Fine Arts Guild is pleased to announce another opportunity to take part in its next Art Sampler class on Tuesday, Feb. 11, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Topaz Room in the Arts & Crafts Center…
‘Leonardo da Vinci’ Film Preview to Air at DesertView Theater The SaddleBrooke Fines Arts Guild is proud to present a preview showcasing the new Ken Burns documentary Leonardo da Vinci at the DesertView Theater on Thursday, Nov. 7, from 4 to 6 p.m. Doors will open at 3:45 p.m. The two-part, four-hour documentary will be…
After four years of outstanding service as president of the SaddleBrooke Fine Arts Guild, Karen Brungardt has decided to step down. She is passing the gavel to Jenni Long, the new president. Karen’s tenure has been one of great achievements. The club membership has doubled, a new website was added, and Karen’s goal of an…
Electrical boxes, walls, and other infrastructure in SaddleBrooke can detract from our beautiful Sonoran Desert surroundings. To remedy this situation, representatives from both SaddleBrooke One and SaddleBrooke TWO reached out to the SaddleBrooke Fine Arts Guild, along with other artistic groups, to develop colorful murals along major roadways like Ridgeview and Clubhouse Drive. The first…
Connie Kotke For more than 40 years, Etherton Gallery in Tucson has been the prime destination for collectors and fans of post-World War II photography. The gallery is known for its museum-quality exhibits and vast collection of vintage and contemporary photographs that are truly works of art. Now, SaddleBrooke residents and their guests can see…
Member Spotlight on Katherine Evans Dawn Price One of the newest members to SaddleBrooke Fine Arts Guild is Katherine Evans. Evans and her husband found SaddleBrooke in the way that many do. They were traveling all over, looking for places to consider retiring in. They visited some friends who were already here, came over the…
Connie Kotke Spring is a time of new beginnings. Why not broaden your horizons and learn something new with art classes sponsored by the SaddleBrooke Fine Arts Guild? We make art fun, and there are plenty of opportunities to join with your neighbors and friends right here in the Topaz Room at the Arts and…