Each November, just in time for the gift-giving season, Rowe Fine Art Gallery proves the old adage that good things do, indeed, come in small packages. The gallery’s annual small works show, Itty, Bitty…and Oh, So Pretty!, features paintings that measure no more than 12 x 12 inches, tabletop-size sculptures and jewelry. Whether you’re shopping for holiday gifts, your space is limited or you’re just beginning to collect art, there’s something for everyone at this show, which opens Friday, November 7, at 4 p.m. 

Almost all of the gallery’s artists will have works exhibited in Itty, Bitty…and Oh, So Pretty!. Gallery owner and bronze sculptor Ken Rowe will showcase Canyon Song (4”H x 4.5”W x 1.75”D) featuring a very vocal raven. Ken, who is known for his life-size bronzes, appreciates the challenge of sculpting small. “Finessing something as small as Canyon Song presents its own intricacies,” says Ken. “But technicalities aside, I wanted to craft something that was accessible to a wide range of people, whether they are shopping for a gift, downsizing their home, visiting Sedona without much room in their luggage to bring something back or dipping their toes into collecting art.”

 Sculptor Kim Kori’s Desert Graffiti (5”H x 5”W x 3.5”D) will also be in the spotlight. The colorful bronze depicts a lizard sunning itself on a red rock carved with an indigenous petroglyph of, you guessed it, a lizard.

 Mixed-media sculptor Shirley Eichten Albrecht has a new piece to unveil, too. The metallic cobalt-blue gourd is fittingly titled Blue Moon (12”H x 10.5”W x 7.5”D). “It was the geode that actually led me to create this piece,” explains Shirley. “This is the first time I have ever sculpted in such a strong color. I wanted the geode to be the center of attention. The weaving with beads on the opposite side added a necessary touch of bling.”

 If you’re more interested in paintings, Lynn Heil’s Sedona Classic (6”H x 10”W) captures the view from Sedona’s Posse Grounds Park in oil on panel. And Gary Jenkin’s mesmerizing Mountain Lion with Butterfly (12”H x 12”W) mixed-media painting is a departure for an artist usually associated with intricate depictions of flowers and, more recently, cacti. Trust us, you have to see this one in person.

 Finally, the gallery’s newest artist, Lesley Aine McKeown, will exhibit her wearable art featuring exotic gemstones. Lesley says her work is inspired by many things, from architecture to nature to social structures. “ I am very interested in forms, so the perception of dimension and how to create it in jewelry are constant inspirations.”

 Come by the gallery during the opening of Itty, Bitty…and Oh, So Pretty! and meet some of the artists behind these miniature masterpieces. The show continues the entire month, giving you plenty of time to get a jump start on holiday shopping.

 Rowe Fine Art Gallery represents traditional and contemporary southwestern artists. The gallery, located under the bell tower in Patio de las Campanas at Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village, is open Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Friday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.  For more information, call 928-282-8877

An Evening of Education, Art and Philanthropy at Rowe Fine Art Gallery 

There’s a certain mystique that surrounds the creation of art, especially bronze sculptures, which require so many steps along the way. Award-winning bronze wildlife/figurative sculptor and gallery owner Ken Rowe seeks to demystify the process and kick-start the fall art season when he steps into the spotlight on Friday, October 3, for Mystified. Ken, who prefers to sculpt from live animal models, will demonstrate his process with the help of a surprise guest. In the past, that guest has been everything from a bobcat to an owl to Ken’s own dog. You just never know who will show up.

The sculpting demonstration begins promptly at 4 p.m. in the courtyard outside the gallery. Arrive early to stake out the best seats. Ken will sculpt until 5:30 p.m. At the reception that follows, see Ken’s creation up close and chat with the artist. A portion of the sales from the show will benefit the Humane Society of Sedona.

“For these shows, I don’t even build the armature in advance,” says Ken. “I just try to get as far as possible in the process – from the armature to the finishing touches – in an hour and a half. As always, I’ll be looking for help from the audience, so if you’re a budding artist, be prepared to get your hands dirty.”

During the reception, make sure to check out Ken’s two works in progress. Family Tree II depicts a Gambel’s quail family perched on a tree branch, while Canyon Shadows features an alert mountain lion and her two cubs.

Expand your art collection while making a difference in the community during one of the gallery’s most popular shows of the year. The evening ends at 7 p.m. See you there!

Rowe Fine Art Gallery represents traditional and contemporary southwestern artists. The gallery, located under the bell tower in Patio de las Campanas at Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village, is open Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Friday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.  For more information, call 928-282-8877

The artists at Rowe Fine Art Gallery are trying to hold tight to the fleeting days of summer and the golden hours and dramatic monsoon skies that inspire some of their best artwork. Before summer 2025 fades into the sunset, visit the gallery on Friday, September 5, at 4 p.m., and pay homage to carefree days during Summer Serenade. The show continues through the end of the month.

 It’s a great time to catch up with your favorite artists to see what they’ve been working on for the past three months. Sculptors Kim Kori and Ken Rowe have been very busy. The ubiquitous lizard inspired Kim’s latest piece, which she hopes to debut at the show. It depicts a lizard lounging in the sun and brings to mind a sculpture Kim created back in 1991 called Ancestral Image. “I’ve seen so many lizards this year!” exclaims Kim, who is renowned for shining a spotlight on some of Mother Nature’s smallest creatures.

 Ken is working on four new sculptures, all on display in September. Family Tree II depicts a Gambel’s quail family perched on a tree branch, while The Waiting Game captures the intensity and elegance of a heron. Canyon Shadows features an alert mountain lion and her two cubs. 

 But it’s the fourth sculpture that might be the most anticipated. Its title is Testing Darwin’s Theory, and it’s up to you to guess the subject matter. (Hint: this one is a departure from Ken’s previous subjects.) All will be revealed on September 5. 

 Painter John Rasberry has also been busy — relocating from Lubbock, Texas, to the Phoenix area. John lived in Prescott in the 1980s, but this was his first summer in Arizona in decades, and he admits it was a little too hot to be painting en plein air. Nonetheless, the landscape artist is excited to be living closer to one of his favorite subjects: the red rocks.

 “Between Sedona and the Grand Canyon and the Vermillion Cliffs, the possibilities are limitless,” says John. He plans to do some field work this fall, which means Sedona art collectors should be seeing new works from John very soon. And now that he’s closer to Red Rock Country, expect to meet John during a First Friday opening in the near future.

 And speaking of painting en plein air in the summertime, Sedona’s own Lynn Heil, who captures our landscapes with oils, pastels and even linocut, will have new works at this show. Lynn says he never tires of painting the Southwest because of its constant challenges and changing conditions. 

 “On this journey of self-discovery, I respectfully and happily share with the viewer the effects of light on every bend and fork in the road, through careful consideration of values, shapes and colors,” says Lynn. “Each painting evokes a feeling, and expressing it clearly and simply is my goal. Doing this brings me joy!”

 Come help us celebrate the end of the season at Serenade to Summer!

 owe Fine Art Gallery represents traditional and contemporary southwestern artists. The gallery, located under the bell tower in Patio de las Campanas at Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village, is open Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Friday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.  For more information, call 928-282-8877.

Inspired by summer’s dramatic desert skies, Rowe Fine Art Gallery’s artists are in the mood…to paint. Stop by the gallery for In the Mood, a painter’s showcase, which opens Friday, August 1, at 4 p.m. and runs the entire month. Participating painters include landscape artists Lynn Heil and John Rasberry; wildlife artists Julie T. Chapman, Kim Diment, Jen Farnsworth and Amy Ringholz; and mixed-media painter Gary Jenkins.

In preparation for the show, the gallery asked its painters about what inspires them to spend hours at the easel. 

 Time spent in nature sparks John Rasberry’s creativity, which isn’t surprising given his subject: landscapes. “Being outdoors and seeing the wonders of nature – light, shadow, color, contrast, and interesting, out-of-the-way places – always inspires me and stirs my creative spirit,” he says. 

 Jen Farnsworth couldn’t agree more. “Observing wildlife puts me in the mood to paint,” she says. “I try to start each day early and outside, just quietly observing and listening. These morning observations and the beauty around us here in Sedona inspire me to paint.”

 Wildlife also ignites Kim Diment’s creativity. “Animals have always had a story to tell,” she says. “One must know and understand them to comprehend these stories. I choose to portray animals because I find them more beautiful, more fascinating and more symbolic than any other subject matter. I cannot comprehend a world without animals.”

 Julie T. Chapman, whose work has transformed over the course of her career, says she used to be inspired by nature and wildlife, too. But sometimes motivation changes as artists evolve. “Back when I was doing more representational work, I could point to the weather as inspiration,” Julie says, “but nowadays I’d be hard-pressed to do that, given the disruption in what I do. Now, it’s more like the chaos in the world/politics/our relationships to one another and the natural world that drive my work.”

 Gary Jenkins gleans his motivation from all of the above. The former PBS star, famous for painting flowers, now focuses on desert plants and wildlife as well as the spiritual side of Sedona in abstract works that defy categorization. Making such a dramatic change so late in his career continues to inspire him to pick up the brush. “When an artist is excited by their work, it shows,” he says. “If you don’t have a passion for it, do something else.”

 As for Amy Ringholz, the trained portraitist’s wildlife artwork is inspired by…people, believe it or not. It gives her subjects a sense of humanity that encourages viewers to linger a little longer. “I try to put my wild heart and love of freedom into my paintings,” says Amy. “When you place a piece of my work in your home, you have a piece of me. I want that work to inspire your life with beauty, creativity and love. I want your heart to feel open and full, and your life to feel more meaningful because you get to share your days with one of my paintings.”

 And then there’s Lynn Heil, who says sometimes he gains inspiration by putting down his paintbrush instead of picking it up. “Lately I've been exploring creativity by not creating anything,” he says. “I've found it refreshing and at times necessary to step back, clear the mind and just observe while considering some ‘what ifs’ in the artistic process.”

 Come meet some of the gallery’s artists and see their latest works during In the Mood. It might just inspire you to embark on your own artistic journey. The show runs through August. 

 Rowe Fine Art Gallery represents traditional and contemporary southwestern artists. The gallery, located under the bell tower in Patio de las Campanas at Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village, is open Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Friday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.  For more information, call 928-282-8877

Before you head to your favorite fireworks show or backyard barbecue, stop by Rowe Fine Art Gallery on Friday, July 4 for an interactive paint-out that begins outside the gallery at 10:00am continuing until 1:00pm and continues indoors with the celebration that starts at 4:00pm. Free Spirits, a show that salutes artistic creativity and determination, gets started with a bang when painters Jen Farnsworth, Lynn Heil and Gary Jenkins set up their easels and demonstrate their craft for all who wander by. Inside the gallery, see new works from award-winning painters, sculptors and jewelers. The show runs through July.

In addition to demonstrating, Jen Farnsworth will debut her newest oil painting. “With the ‘free spirits’ theme of the July show, I hope my new bison painting, Still Standing My Ground, reflects the enduring wild spirit that is in all living beings,” says Jen. “The majestic bison is known for its strength and resilience even under the most difficult circumstances. Hunted almost to extinction, the bison is rising again to claim its place as one of the most iconic, powerful animals of the West. I painted my ‘free spirit’ bison with a striking mix of powerful colors and brush strokes to convey his majestic spirit, and yes, he is still standing his ground.”

 Gary Jenkins plans to continue cultivating a 30-inch by 30-inch gallery-wrapped mixed media piece during the paint-out. “I will be demonstrating how to paint cacti and showing people the colors I use,” says Gary. “I’m looking forward to talking about the orbs and hummingbirds I incorporate into my paintings and explaining the reasons why they keep showing up in my work. I try to incorporate a spiritual quality in my art so when a client takes a painting home it fills their lives with love and joy.”

  For artist Lynn Heil, painting outside is all in a day’s work. Lynn creates his paintings en plein air, regardless of the weather, so even if it’s hot or storming on July 4, he’s all in. “I'm looking forward to painting with Jen and Gary, two phenomenal artists, and also chatting with anyone who may be curious about how I approach outdoor painting,” says Lynn.

 In addition to the painters, bronze wildlife sculptor and gallery owner Ken Rowe will debut his newest bronze sculpture, The Defender. The piece, a maquette version of a possible 60-inch tall commission for a private residence, features a bald eagle grasping an American flag and three arrows.

Ken says he’s had the concept in mind for years, and he’s excited to see it come to fruition just in time for America’s 249th birthday. “It’s my first patriotic sculpture,” he says, “and it’s completely made in America, from the artist and the clay to the bronze foundry. Collectors should know, though, that it’s not intended to be political, just patriotic.”

 Happy Fourth of July from Rowe Fine Art Gallery!

 Rowe Fine Art Gallery represents traditional and contemporary southwestern artists. The gallery, located under the bell tower in Patio de las Campanas at Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village, is open Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Friday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.  For more information, call 928-282-8877

On Friday, June 20, at 7:41 p.m. local time, summer arrives. Rowe Fine Art Gallery is gearing up for the seasonal shift with Summer Soul-stice on Friday, June 6, at 4 p.m. That’s when the gallery will shine the spotlight on some of its more metaphysical artworks, starting with gourd sculptor and basket weaver Shirley Eichten Albrecht, who incorporates geodes, crystals, and semiprecious stones into her art. Shirley gave an impromptu demonstration of her techniques during last month’s First Friday Gallery Tour, and it was so popular that she’ll be back again in June with a new gourd.

Demonstrating her craft is second nature to Shirley, who hosts workshops throughout the year. “I always love demonstrating as it helps people to understand what it takes to create my gourd sculptures and my basket weaving,” she says. “People think the gourds come already cut and with the color applied. Don’t I wish! I explain that I have to take a gourd and decide my design and then begin to prepare it by cleaning it out using a drill. I create the opening where I weave, and I also carve out the area where the geode is going to be placed. I think people are most surprised by what I have to do to prepare the gourd.”

 For those who prefer to wear their amulets, jeweler Lesley Aine McKeown works with some of the prettiest stones you’ve never heard of. Her newest necklaces feature parti sapphires, keshi pearls, prehnite, and Mali garnet. Lesley will be the first to admit her artwork is deeply personal to the wearer and the maker. “Creating is a process constantly in motion, one that keeps the maker searching for balance,” she says. “I hope to create work that provokes thought. Bordering between sculpture and jewelry, each is thoughtful in design and construction, representing a meaning deeper than aesthetics.”

Painter Gary Jenkins made a name for himself by hosting a weekly art program on PBS for more than 30 years. Back then, he primarily painted flowers, but these days, his mixed-media work, shown exclusively at Rowe Fine Art Gallery, is just as likely to depict birds, cacti, abstract backgrounds and even energy orbs.  

“I feel orbs represent spirit guides or guardian angels who are watching over and protecting us,” says Gary. “I like to place orbs in my paintings so people who purchase my work take home this form of spirit energy.” 

 Alongside new works by Shirley, Lesley and Gary, see the latest from sculptors Kim Kori, Alvin Marshall, Erik Petersen, Joel Petersen, Ken Rowe and Joshua Tobey along with new paintings by Julie T. Chapman, Kim Diment, Jen Farnsworth, Lynn Heil, John Rasberry and Amy Ringholz and jewelry by Liam Herbert and Jennifer Inge.

 Rowe Fine Art Gallery represents traditional and contemporary southwestern artists. The gallery, located under the bell tower in Patio de las Campanas at Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village, is open Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Friday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.  For more information, call 928-282-8877

Rowe Fine Art Gallery is more than just art for the interior of your home. Did you know that bronze sculptures thrive in the arid Southwest climate with only minor maintenance? Come learn about how easy it is to animate your landscape with sculptures both large and small.

In recent years, thanks in large part to Sedona’s housing boom and an increased demand for art, the experts at Rowe Fine Art Gallery have noticed art lovers getting creative when it comes to placing their treasures inside their home – or, in some instances, outside of it. We’re talking about art in gardens, courtyards, driveways and landscapes. What’s in Your Garden: Creating Artistic Spaces Outdoors, Rowe Gallery’s May show, opens Friday, May 2, from 4 to 7 p.m., emphasizing bronze sculptures in the great outdoors. The show runs through the month.

 Wildlife sculptor and gallery owner Ken Rowe says homeowners are sometimes surprised when they hear about the number of bronzes, both large and small, that are purchased for outdoor placement. However, the artwork can withstand the elements – even Sedona’s brilliant sunshine.

  “Here in Arizona and the Southwest, bronze sculptures of all sizes do really well outdoors,” says Ken. “When you purchase a sculpture from Rowe Fine Art Gallery, we’ll consult with you on the best location to place it, and if your goal is to display it outdoors, we will send you home with a care kit complete with wax, a brush, a bucket and a cloth. You only need to wax it once a year, so it’s almost maintenance-free. And though it might sound funny, a piece of wildlife art in a natural setting can make you feel even closer to nature, a connection that I believe is very important.” 

Bronze wildlife sculptor Kim Kori agrees with that sentiment. Renowned for her ability to elevate nature’s smallest creatures, Kim’s work is naturally at home nestled in the landscape. She points to Rapid Transit Maser, which features a frog on a snail, Mushroom Hugger, depicting a frog hugging a mushroom, and Wild Iris, where a dragonfly perches on a four-foot-tall flower, as perfect examples.

 “I really enjoy doing large sculptures that will be at home in a garden,” says Kim. “While sitting among greenery and/or flowers, these sculptures tend to become one with the environment.” 

Impressionistic wildlife sculptor Joshua Tobey, too, appreciates seeing his artwork placed outdoors. Joshua spends much of his time in the studio working on monumental bronzes commissioned for a lifetime of alfresco living, and he says he loves the creative process. He recently completed a life-sized white-tailed deer, a Dall sheep, a moose and a larger-than-life (think 14 feet long) rabbit that required 62 hours of sanding.

 “I’m a very quick sculptor, but these big guys take time,” says Joshua. “They’ve all been commissioned pieces, except one, but I only accept commissions that I want to create in large part because I wind up spending so much time with each one.”

Stop by Rowe Fine Art Gallery on May 2 to glimpse some of these large works of art and become inspired to animate your garden with bronze sculptures.

 Rowe Fine Art Gallery represents traditional and contemporary southwestern artists. The gallery, located under the bell tower in Patio de las Campanas at Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village, is open Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Friday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.  For more information, call 928-282-8877, visit rowegallery.com, or find us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

Joshua Tobey has gone where very few sculptors before him have gone: In September, he opened his own foundry. Twelve months ago, there was a two-and-a-half-year turn-around time for one of his new tabletop sculptures. Now they are available in a matter of weeks. “I have my own army – my own dream crew,” he says. 

What does that mean for Sedona collectors eagerly anticipating Joshua’s annual spring show at Rowe Fine Art Gallery? Almost instant gratification. Joshua will be back in Red Rock Country on Friday, April 4, from 4 to 7 p.m., and Saturday, April 5, from 1 to 4 p.m., for A Passion Within: Joshua Tobey’s Annual Show. New bronzes with subject matter that ranges from turkeys and trout to bears will be on display. Joshua will also unveil two works in progress, one depicting a turtle and the other a quail. 

It’s always full-steam ahead for the Colorado-based impressionistic wildlife sculptor, who jokes that he spent 32 days on the road in January. His one and only Sedona show holds a special place in his heart, though. “Sedona was where I got my start,” he explains. “It’s always neat to go back, and Rowe Gallery is very special to me. The way they treat people is the way I want to be represented.”

 Known for his monumental sculptures, Joshua’s first artwork to be cast at the new foundry, which is located in Oregon, was a life-size moose titled The Mountain. (That also happens to be the name of the foundry.) In addition to the moose, last year Joshua sculpted a life-size white-tailed deer and life-size Dall sheep as well as a larger-than-life rabbit that weighs 2,000 pounds and required 62 hours of sanding. “I’m a quick sculptor, but those big guys take a lot of time,” he says.

Joshua’s wife and business partner, Jojo Tobey, will be with him at the show in April. “I’m so lucky to have a partner who’s always game for the next challenge,” he says. “And both of us are so fortunate to get to work as hard as we do.” 

Stop by Rowe Fine Art Gallery April 4 and 5 to meet this dynamic duo and enjoy one of the gallery’s most anticipated shows of the year.

 Rowe Fine Art Gallery represents traditional and contemporary southwestern artists. The gallery, located under the bell tower in Patio de las Campanas at Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village, is open Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Friday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.  For more information, call 928-282-8877

The year was 2010, and bronze wildlife sculptor Ken Rowe was eager for a new project. He had been sculpting since 1987 and living in Sedona since 1995, and he had a feeling there was another adventure on the horizon. When a small space in Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village became available, Ken and his wife, Monica, decided that that new adventure was opening their first art gallery. Rowe Fine Art Gallery made its debut in March of the same year.

 A lot has changed at the gallery in the last 15 years, including the location (it moved into a larger space underneath Tlaquepaque’s iconic bell tower less than two years later). Still, Ken and Monica’s determination to represent distinctive artists who are masters at capturing the Southwest’s landscape, wildlife and culture remains the same. That’s one of the reasons why the gallery has represented many of the same artists since it opened its doors and continues to be an art destination for patrons worldwide.

 “The past 15 years have gone by so quickly,” says Ken. “Our greatest success has been representing these incredible artists who have all risen to the top of their fields. We see what we do as a symbiotic relationship. Our local wildlife and landscapes give us so much joy and we, in turn, try to convey that in our artwork. The circle closes when a collector so appreciates what we’ve created – and values the subject matter – that they take it home and live with it.”

On Friday, March 7, Ken and Monica invite the community to join them and several artists for Happy Anniversary to Us! from 4 to 7 p.m. To gear up for the big night, here are some fun facts about the gallery that might be news to you.

·      Bronze sculptor Jason Scull, a member of the Cowboy Artists of America, has been represented by the gallery since it first opened. Sedona’s own Kim Kori and Lynn Heil have been represented by Rowe Gallery for nearly as long as Jason.

·      Over the years, the gallery has welcomed many wildlife guests of honor including an armadillo, barn owl, bobcat, Gambel’s quail, great horned owl, hawk, horse, peregrine falcon and multiple wolves.

·      While the gallery isn’t in the business of name-dropping, it counts among its clients notable names in the worlds of film, sports, politics, military, and fiction writing. “Everyone we meet is a celebrity as far as we’re concerned,” says Monica.

·      The gallery includes three rooms, one of which has a 60-year-old Arizona sycamore tree growing through the middle. “A visit to the gallery is like a walk through nature,” says Monica.

·      On the first Friday of each month, fans of Monica’s meatballs stop by for their fix. What’s in her secret sauce? It’s a 50/50 ratio of chili and cranberry sauces.

·      Many of those fans still wax poetic about the gallery’s chocolate fountain, which used to appear each February, resulting in smiling chocolatey faces – and the occasional shirt stain.

·      Ken can still be found sculpting onsite three days a week.

·      For the past 10 years, the gallery has hosted sculpting demonstrations that have benefited area wildlife sanctuaries and humane societies.

·      The gallery is dog-friendly, and there are usually treats tucked behind the counter for furry guests. That’s not to say that some dogs aren’t a little nervous when they walk through the doors, but not because they are afraid of breaking anything. “Sometimes they are startled by the larger sculptures, especially the ones depicting life-size mountain lions, and they start to bark,” admits Monica.

From everyone at Rowe Fine Art Gallery, thank you to the artists and art collectors who’ve made the gallery a success for the past 15 years. And thank you to the Southwest’s dramatic landscape and majestic creatures for being such a constant source of inspiration. Let’s celebrate everyone and everything on March 7!

 Rowe Fine Art Gallery represents traditional and contemporary southwestern artists. The gallery, located under the bell tower in Patio de las Campanas at Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village, is open Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Friday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.  For more information, call 928-282-8877

A beloved annual tradition continues at Rowe Fine Art Gallery with Counting Our Blessings on Friday, February 7, at 4 p.m. Ever since gallery owners Ken and Monica Rowe opened their doors in 2010, they have designated the first Friday in February as the day they show appreciation to their clients and artists. This year they have more to celebrate than ever. 

 “In March, Rowe Fine Art Gallery celebrates its 15th anniversary,” says Ken. “Since we opened, we have placed more than 7,000 works of art in homes and businesses – and wardrobes! – all around the world. Monica and I are in awe of that number, of the incredible people who’ve walked through our doors – both collectors and people who’ve only been able to shop with us once – and of the exceptionally talented artists we’ve had the privilege of representing. 

“Normally we theme this show around the concept of love in honor of Valentine’s Day,” Ken continues, “but this year we’re calling it like we see it: Rowe Fine Art Gallery is truly blessed.”

 If you have ever purchased a Ken Rowe sculpture or a piece of art from Rowe Fine Art Gallery, you are invited to stop by for a special sweet treat. And if you’ve never purchased art from the gallery, this is the perfect time to browse its selection of sculptures, paintings and jewelry and meet some of the artists behind the magic.

 If you missed the gallery’s January show, make sure you ask about Ken’s first-ever piece of jewelry, a sterling-silver bison bust that’s available in single-sided and double-sided versions, at the February event, just in time for Valentine’s Day gifting. The gallery also offers jewelry from Liam Herbert, Lesley Aine McKeown, and Jennifer Inge along with paintings by Julie T. Chapman, Dane Chinnock, Kim Diment, Jen Farnsworth, Lynn Heil, Gary Jenkins, John Rasberry and Amy Ringholz. Represented sculptors include Shirley Eichten Albrecht, Kim Kori, Alvin Marshall, Erik Petersen, Joel Petersen, Ken Rowe, Jason Scull and Joshua Tobey.

From everyone at Rowe Fine Art Gallery, thank you to artists and art collectors both near and far. 

Rowe Fine Art Gallery represents traditional and contemporary southwestern artists. The gallery, located under the bell tower in Patio de las Campanas at Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village, is open Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Friday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.  For more information, call 928-282-8877

The holidays might be winding down, but there’s no reason to stop the party just yet. Rowe Fine Art Gallery rings in 2025 on Friday, January 3, at 4 p.m. with Fresh Start, New Art. The festive show marks the debut of gallery owner and bronze sculptor Ken Rowe’s first-ever piece of jewelry. The gallery will also celebrate new works from painter Jen Farnsworth and toast mixed media sculptor Shirley Eichten Albrecht, who is intent on integrating interesting geodes and even more intricate weaving into her gourd artwork in 2025. Come join the fun! 

Ken’s first piece of jewelry, a sterling-silver bison bust that’s available in single-sided (great for engraving!) and double-sided versions, will be the star of the show. Ken says that he’s received requests for jewelry for many years, but his recent bison bas-relief is what finally prompted him to take the plunge. “It’s very challenging to sculpt two-dimensionally,” says Ken, “but the casting process for jewelry is much quicker than it is for a bronze sculpture, meaning the pieces are ready in weeks instead of months. That was very appealing to me.”

Ken is so pleased with the pendant’s creative process and the outcome that he plans to create more jewelry this year. He admits that he’s been in a “bison frame of mind” – witness the one-and-a-half-inch-tall bronze he created for the gallery’s miniature show in November – but he says his next piece of jewelry will feature a raven. Down the line, he’s planning to experiment with gold, too.

Painter Jen Farnsworth recently completed two five-inch-by-five-inch mixed-media-on-panel pieces that will make their debut during the January show. Sedona’s Don Coyote depicts Jen’s favorite trickster and Beautiful Bobcat of Sedona captures the wildcat that has been venturing into her backyard. Both pieces come with a miniature easel for displaying.

“I had so much fun in 2024 experimenting with new sizes, new wildlife and new painting mediums, and I can’t wait to share these with everyone in 2025,” says Jen. “After many months, I am putting the final touches on a larger 24-inch-by-24-inch oil painting and mixed media piece of a black bear titled Love Bears All. I am also finishing up a large oil painting, Still Standing My Ground, which is based on a smaller ink drawing of a bison called Standing My Ground. And I’ll have new landscapes to share soon. 2025 is shaping up to be an amazing year for art!” 

Mixed media sculptor Shirley Eichten Albrecht has new gourd works that she’ll be sharing with collectors in January. “Lately, I’ve just felt the need for more color,” she confesses. “I also have a nice piece of cottonwood that I will be cleaning and then searching for the right gourd to pair with it.” 

Now that the gift-giving season has passed and the holiday decorations are slowly beginning to come down, it’s the perfect time to refresh your surroundings with a new piece of art. Or maybe your mind has already turned to the next gift-giving occasion: Valentine’s Day! Let the gallery’s esteemed painters, sculptors and jewelers help you turn your house into a home or offer up the perfect expression of love during Fresh Start, New Art. The show runs through January.

Rowe Fine Art Gallery represents traditional and contemporary southwestern artists. The gallery, located under the bell tower in Patio de las Campanas at Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village, is open Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Friday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.  For more information, call 928-282-8877.

‘ Tis the season to sparkle, to see old friends and make new ones, and to gift meaningful treasures to everyone you love. You can do it all on Friday, December 6, from 4 to 7 p.m. at Rowe Fine Art Gallery during its annual holiday show, All the Razzle – Art That Dazzles, which lasts the entire month of December.

“Everything shines bright and beautiful during this time of year,” says gallery co-owner Monica Rowe. “It’s one of our most exciting months because we have so much fun helping our clients choose the perfect presents for their favorite people. We invite everyone to come see the gallery’s artful gems that are sure to add dazzle to yourself and your home or the home of a friend – inside and out! Remember that we offer numerous options for outdoor artwork, both large and small.”

 Sculptors Shirley Eichten Albrecht and Kim Kori have gotten into the spirit of things. Shirley’s new gourd sculpture is painted a metallic shade of green, fitting for a piece she named Metallica. “What can I say?” says Shirley. “I was in the mood for a little bling when I was creating this one.”

For the outdoor enthusiast in your life, Kim’s bronze, Leave Nothing But Footprints, is sure to be appreciated. “As a lifetime student and lover of nature, preserving the environment is very important to me,” says Kim. “‘Take only memories, leave only footprints’ dates back to 1854, when stated by Chief Seattle of the Duwamish tribe. This sculpture of a chipmunk on a hike with a trail of footprints behind him is my ode to this timeless creed.”

 If your list includes friends and family whose home is their masterpiece, enjoy small, giftable paintings by Julie T. Chapman, Dane Chinnock, Kim Diment, Jen Farnsworth, Lynn Heil, Gary Jenkins, John Rasberry and Amy Ringholz or tabletop sculptures from Alvin Marshall, Erik Petersen, Joel Petersen, Ken Rowe and Joshua Tobey.

If jewelry is what you have in mind, don’t miss the latest gold and sterling-silver artwork from Sedona’s own Liam Herbert and from Prescott’s Lesley Aine McKeown. And if you’re looking for something really unique, Jennifer Inge’s horsehair and equestrian-themed jewelry represents wearable symbols of the American West.

 There’s truly something for everyone on your shopping list during All the Razzle – Art That Dazzles. Even if you aren’t shopping for gifts,  come by and enjoy the holiday revelry!

Rowe Fine Art Gallery represents traditional and contemporary southwestern artists. The gallery, located under the bell tower in Patio de las Campanas at Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village, is open Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Friday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.  For more information, call 928-282-8877

Each November, just in time for the gift-giving season, Rowe Fine Art Gallery proves the old adage that good things do, indeed, come in small packages. The gallery’s annual small works show, Itty, Bitty…and Oh, So Pretty!, features paintings that measure no more than twelve by twelve inches, tabletop-size sculptures and jewelry. Whether you’re shopping for holiday gifts, your space is limited or you’re just beginning to collect art, there’s something for everyone at this show, which opens Friday, November 1, at 4 p.m.

 Almost all of the gallery’s artists will have works exhibited in Itty, Bitty…and Oh, So Pretty!. Dane Chinnock’s Rampart (4”H x 8”W) was inspired by his very first trip through Monument Valley. “There wasn’t a cloud in the sky,” Dane remembers. “Without any reference for a ceiling, the place seemed endless – I couldn't judge how big anything was.”

 Landscape painter Lynn Heil also chose to capture a grand vista on a small canvas with Rim Beauty (8”H x 6”W). “It features one of my favorite formations, Munds Mountain,” says Lynn. “I painted it en plein air in the late afternoon near the Schnebly Hill trailhead.”

 On the opposite end of the grandness scale, Michigan native Kim Diment’s Gila Woodpecker (4”H x 4”W) captures one of Arizona’s smaller residents. “Here in Michigan, we have the northern flicker, and the Gila woodpecker is very similar to it,” says Kim. “They sing a similar song and whereas our species lives in holes they carve from trees, the Gila variety lives in holes they peck into the saguaro cactus. I find it amazing that a bird from my area has such a similar relative in Arizona.”

 Sedona resident Jen Farnsworth’s Little Miss Mischief (5”H x 5”W) takes its inspiration from a new backyard visitor. “I am so lucky to be living here in Sedona where my own yard is paradise for wildlife,” says Jen. “Bobcats are one of the most mischievous and beautiful animals that frequent my yard. My painting for the November show features a brand new visitor who loves keeping a sharp eye on all the birds at my feeder.”

 Mixed-media artist Gary Jenkins specializes in large canvases (check out his work hanging in the gallery’s “tree room”), but for this exhibit, he showcases Small Treasures #13 (12”H x 12”W), which features prickly pear buds and a delicate hummingbird. Gary says the red blossoms complement the green cactus and make the painting pop. “The hummingbird you see approaching the flower is looking for lunch!” he explains.

 Sculptor Kim Kori’s tabletop bronze, Luna (7.25”H x 5.75”W x 3”D), also has wings. “If there was ever an insect that was considered majestic, it’s the luna moth, also called the moon moth,” says Kim. “These huge green insects have a wingspan of up to seven inches, and they live only in North America. They are rarely seen by humans since their lifespan is only one week, and they are nocturnal. My sculpture is life-size with a bit of artistic license when it comes to the moth’s iridescent patina.”

 Sculptures by Shirley Eichten Albrecht and Joshua Tobey take their names from a distinctly Sedona phenomenon. Shirley’s Sedona Vortex (8”H x 5”W x 5”D) represents the artist’s belief that creating should be joyful. “The terra cotta color with the wonderfully shaped gourd just made me think ‘vortex,’” says Shirley. “You have to have fun when doing your art.”

 And Joshua Tobey’s own Vortex (7.5”H x 9”W x 3”D) depicts a speedy hummingbird, spiraling up from earth. “My wife feeds hummingbirds in a big way all summer,” says Joshua. “As a sculptor and patina artist, I am always trying to find a unique way to sculpt a new subject and depict color. With thousands of birds around the house, the sound of them and the constant buzzing inspired me to sculpt them in flight and with the impression of a jet trail.”

 Gallery owner Ken Rowe takes one of the American West’s most majestic creatures and shrinks it down to fit in the palm of your hand. Little Bison (1.5”H x 2.5”W x .625”D) is the smallest piece Ken, who is known for his life-size bronzes, has ever sculpted. He describes it as a miniature sculpture with a big heart. It’s also the perfect entry point for art lovers just beginning their collections. “I love the challenge of creating monumental sculptures, but finessing something as small as Little Bison presents its own intricacies,” says Ken. “Technicalities aside, I wanted to craft something that was accessible to a wide range of people, whether they are shopping for a gift, downsizing their home, visiting Sedona without much room in their luggage to bring something home or dipping their toes into collecting art.”

 Erik Petersen’s Spot (4”H x 3.5”W x 3.25”D) sculpture pays tribute to the spotted owl by giving the small creature a sleek, contemporary representation. The smooth contours of the bronze echo the soft curves of the owl’s body, capturing the essence of its gentle yet powerful spirit.

 Erik’s father, Joel Petersen, takes on the humble chicken in his sculpture, Coop (5.5”H x 4.5”W x 2.5”D). “For many years, I raised chickens,” says Joel, “and my grandkids won tons of blue ribbons at the Yavapai County Fair. Coop was inspired by a rooster who won the Grand Champion award.”

 If you have jewelry on your mind, don’t miss Liam Herbert’s sterling-silver Friendship Pendant. Like Ken, it’s the smallest piece Liam has ever created. “Some of my past sculptures have stood as tall as 22 feet,” says Liam. “When I decided to create wearable sculptures, I thought it would be fun to create my smallest sculpture, which is just one-inch tall. The miniature figures represent two friends embracing.”

And the gallery’s newest artist, Lesley Aine McKeown, will exhibit her wearable art featuring exotic gemstones. Lesley says her work is inspired by many things from architecture to nature to social structures. “ I am very interested in forms, so the perception of dimension and how to create it in jewelry are constant inspirations.”

 Come by the gallery during the opening of Itty, Bitty…and Oh, So Pretty! on November 1 from 4 to 7 p.m. and meet some of the artists behind these miniature masterpieces. The show continues the entire month, giving you plenty of time to get a jump start on holiday shopping.

 Rowe Fine Art Gallery represents traditional and contemporary southwestern artists. The gallery, located under the bell tower in Patio de las Campanas at Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village, is open Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Friday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.  For more information, call 928-282-8877, and find us on Facebook and Instagram.

There’s a certain mystique that surrounds the creation of art, especially bronze sculptures, which require so many steps along the way. Award-winning bronze wildlife/figurative sculptor and gallery owner Ken Rowe seeks to demystify the process when he steps into the spotlight on Friday, October 4, for Sculpting in the Raw. Ken, who prefers to sculpt from live animal models, will demonstrate his process with the help of a surprise guest. “Will our model have fur or feathers?” speculates Ken. “Four legs or two wings? You’ll have to come see to find out. 

The sculpting demonstration begins in the courtyard outside the gallery at 4 p.m. promptly. Arrive early to stake out the best seats. Ken will sculpt until 5:30 p.m. At the reception that follows, see Ken’s creation up close and chat with the artist.  

“I won’t even be building the armature in advance,” says Ken. “I’m going to try to get as far as possible in the process – from the armature to the finishing touches – in just an hour and a half. As always, I’ll be looking for help from the audience, so if you’re a budding artist, be prepared to get your hands dirty. 

That evening, Ken will also debut Standing Strong, his latest bronze sculpture. Standing Strong depicts the bust of a majestic bison. Additionally, art collectors will see the precast version of Early Bird, which captures the spirit of one of the Southwest’s most iconic animals, the roadrunner. A work in progress, Early Bird is still in its clay form, which just adds another layer to an evening that’s all about education and interaction. 

A portion of the sales from the show will benefit a local animal rescue organization. One of the gallery’s most popular shows of the year is the perfect time to expand your art collection and make a difference in the community. The evening ends at 7 p.m.

See you at one of the most exciting art events of the fall season!

 Rowe Fine Art Gallery represents traditional and contemporary southwestern artists. The gallery, located under the bell tower in Patio de las Campanas at Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village, is open Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Friday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.  For more information, call 928-282-8877

As summer slowly fades into the sunset and before the hustle and bustle of fall and the holiday season is upon us, Rowe Fine Art Gallery encourages everyone to take a deep breath and revel in the beauty of this time of year. September Splendor: A Show To Remember opens Friday, September 6, at 4 p.m. Soothe your soul with sculptures, paintings and jewelry by the gallery’s award-winning traditional and contemporary southwestern artists, several of whom are celebrating professional accolades.

Congrats to sculptor/weaver Shirley Eichten Albrecht and jeweler Lesley Aine McKeown, both featured in the fall issue of Discover Tlaquepaque Magazine, which hits newsstands in September. In the article, Shirley and Lesley dive into their processes, complete with beautiful photographs.  

We don’t want to reveal too much, but the artists were asked to divulge what makes their artwork unique. Shirley says, “I have always experimented and reached beyond traditional weaving, although I love doing traditional work. Many people have mentioned that they haven’t seen anyone do the type of weaving I do on my gourds. My gourd art is very sculptural, and I consider it fine art. Many of my pieces have a Native American feel. I can’t tell you why, but it’s what I see for the gourds. Gourds are earthy, and I want to maintain that feel in the sculptures. 

Lesley, too, considers her work fine art. “I make one-of-a-kind art jewelry,” she says. “Art jewelry is the exploration of traditional techniques in new ways, the expression of conceptual insights beyond that of simple ornamentation. This approach allows me to explore and create bodies of work within a narrative, to deeply explore those ideas and how I can express them in metal. I am not restrained by a look or style. I can make what interests me and am blessed with collectors that embrace my journey. It is liberating to create free from influence and industry standards.

Shirley and Lesley aren’t the only artists seeing their work in print right now. Art of the West’s November issue includes a profile of sculptor Alvin Marshall, who was recently inducted into the Cowboy Artists of America. Alvin is currently hard at work on sculptures for the next Cowboy Artists of America show.

Speaking of publications and shows, painter Julie T. Chapman created the cover for The Event at Rebecca Farm’s program in her home state of Montana this past summer. The equestrian triathlon has been taking place since 2002. Julie has also been invited to participate in both the National Museum of Wildlife Art’s Western Visions show and Cody, Wyoming’s Buffalo Bill show happening in September and the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum’s Small Works Great Wonders show in November. This isn’t the first time Julie has been asked to participate in these prestigious events, but she says it’s always flattering to be invited back. 

Sculptor Kim Kori agrees. Once again, she’s participating in the Society of Animal Artists’ annual exhibition and tour. Her sculpture, On the Rocks, was on display at the Chicago Academy of Sciences Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum this summer. And her piece titled Rapid Transit (Master) has been juried into the American Women Artists 2024 Expanding Horizons exhibition at the Loveland Museum in Loveland, Colorado, happening September 14 through November 10.

Kim Kori isn’t the only Kim receiving accolades from the Society of Animal Artists. Kim Diment’s painting, The Twin Oaks Gang, was juried into the society’s 2024 exhibit, which opens in October is Sioux City, Iowa. The painting depicts a family of raccoons that used to reside in an oak tree in Kim’s neighborhood.

Most of Rowe Gallery’s artists are multitalented, like Sedona resident and landscape painter Lynn Heil. Lynn won the Arizona State Poetry Society’s Member Contest in July in the free-verse category. Congrats, Lynn! 

Congrats also to painter Dane Chinnock, who won both first place in the oil category and Best of Show at Phippen Museum’s 50th Annual Western Art Show and Sale, which took place earlier this summer in Prescott. 

Last and certainly not least, Board Meeting, Ken Rowe’s bronze sculpture featuring seven ravens, received the Margaret Hexter Prize for creative sculpture during the National Sculpture Society’s 91st Annual Awards Exhibit. Board Meeting is currently on exhibit at the Indianapolis Art Center. In 2025, it will travel to the NSS Gallery in New York City.

 In addition to work from these artists, September Splendor showgoers will see sculptures by Erik Petersen, Joel Petersen and Joshua Tobey and paintings by Jen Farnsworth, Gary Jenkins, John Rasberry and Amy Ringholz. Don’t miss jewelry from Liam Herbert and Jennifer Inge. 

It’s an exciting time to be exploring new artwork in Sedona. The art associates at Rowe Fine Art Gallery can’t wait to see you in September.

 Rowe Fine Art Gallery represents traditional and contemporary southwestern artists. The gallery, located under the bell tower in Patio de las Campanas at Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village, is open Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Friday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.  For more information, call 928-282-8877

The dog days of summer have arrived, but that doesn’t mean you have to go into hibernation mode, not when the artwork is as cool as a cucumber inside Rowe Fine Art Gallery. Head indoors on Friday, August 2, from 4 to 7 p.m. as the gallery presents Cool Art!, its midsummer show. While new art from all of the gallery’s painters, sculptors and jewelers will be in the spotlight, there’s one – maybe two! – sculpture you’ll really want to check out.

Gallery owner and award-winning wildlife bronze sculptor Ken Rowe will unveil a precast piece that will have everyone talking. The subject matter? If we told you, that would spoil the fun. And if the stars align, he will debut the first of several new bronzes. The remaining sculptures are set to be revealed this fall.

“I’m really looking forward to sharing these finished bronzes with our collectors and art enthusiasts, especially people who saw the precast versions and have waited patiently ever since,” says Ken. “It’s already been a long, hot summer, but we want the gallery to be a welcoming respite in August, a place where you can catch your breath and be dazzled by new works of art.”

Showgoers will also see sculptures by Shirley Eichten Albrecht, Kim Kori, Alvin Marshall, Erik Petersen, Joel Petersen and Joshua Tobey along with jewelry from Liam Herbert, Jennifer Inge and Lesley Aine McKeown. Cool Art! also includes works by painters Julie T. Chapman, Dane Chinnock, Kim Diment, Jen Farnsworth, Lynn Heil, Gary Jenkins, John Rasberry and Amy Ringholz. 

Cool Art! might open on August 2, but when you’re out and about the rest of the month, make sure Rowe Gallery is on your list of places to see: The show runs through the end of August.

Rowe Fine Art Gallery represents traditional and contemporary southwestern artists. The gallery, located under the bell tower in Patio de las Campanas at Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village, is open Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Friday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.  For more information, call 928-282-8877

Ah, summer. The anticipation of vacations and barbecues, long days spent poolside, fresh Camp Verde corn and local farmers’ markets, and…rain? Lately, the artists at Rowe Fine Art Gallery have been reminiscing about those rainy summer days of their youth and the creativity that was born out of afternoons when they were forced to stay indoors. Since monsoon season really gets going in July, the gallery will pay homage to summer rain and all the magic that it brings on Friday, July 5, during Heat of the Moment. The show opens with an artists’ reception at 4 p.m. and then runs the entire month of July.

And if it happens to storm that night, don’t let that deter you from visiting the gallery. Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village is even more magical during a monsoon: the smell of creosote, the sounds of thunder echoing off the red rocks and the rushing water of nearby Oak Creek might spark your own inspiration. Just like our artists, we plan to make the best of a creative moment, no matter what the weather has in store.

Rowe Fine Art Gallery represents traditional and contemporary southwestern artists. The gallery, located under the bell tower in Patio de las Campanas at Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village, is open Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Friday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.  For more information, call 928-282-8877

In May, in honor of Mother’s Day, Rowe Fine Art Gallery raised a glass to its many talented female artists. This month, it’s time to commemorate Father’s Day and salute the gallery’s male artists. Part two of Magic & Mastery opens on Friday, June 7, at 4 p.m. when the gallery shines the spotlight on painters Dane Chinnock, Lynn Heil, Gary Jenkins, and John Rasberry; sculptors Alvin Marshall, Erik Petersen, Joel Petersen, Ken Rowe, Jason Scull, and Joshua Tobey; and jeweler Liam Herbert. Visit the gallery all month long to see the latest works from these award-winning artists, but don’t skip out on the opening reception on June 7 when most of them will be in attendance.

Painter Dane Chinnock was living and working in Prescott when gallery owner Ken Rowe discovered him at a Phippen Museum show. Dane has since relocated to Texas, but he’ll be back at Rowe Fine Art Gallery for this special June event. Dane will bring several new oil-with-palette-knife landscape paintings with him. One of Dane’s many talents is making a viewer feel what he felt when he first laid eyes on his subject matter. “You can't buy feelings in paint tubes,” he says. “To express what you saw in a landscape, you have to mix colors and consider compositions, especially if you want people to feel what you felt.”

Plein air artist Lynn Heil will also be at the show to talk about Chain Link & Shadows, his latest oil painting. Lynn says he’s always on the lookout for the topic of his next painting. “While walking around Posse Grounds in Sedona one afternoon, this scene caught my eye,” he says, referring to Chain Link & Shadows. “Depending on where I stood, the chain-link fences turned solid white in places. Contrasting the brilliant fences were the shadows thrown from the trees.”

Sedona also inspires painter Gary Jenkins. Gary made a name for himself by hosting a weekly art program on PBS in the 1980s and 1990s, and he’s called Red Rock Country home since 2012. Though he’s known for his lush flowers, Gary has spent the last few years experimenting with what he calls “abstract/realism,” a combination of an acrylic abstract background and an oil realistic subject. In June, gallerygoers will see Hey…It’s a Party!, which features roses and hummingbirds. “One of my favorite subjects to paint is roses,” says Gary. “I get most of my inspiration from my own rose garden. Often, I like to add hummingbirds to my floral paintings. They bring a touch of life and whimsy.”

Texas-based oil painter John Rasberry will not be able to attend the show, but visitors to the gallery can still peruse John’s southwestern landscapes in which he deftly captures that magical “golden hour.”

Diné stone sculptor Alvin Marshall brings two new sculptures to the show. The Majestic depicts an eagle, but look closely into the bird’s eye, and you’ll see a rendering of the artist – sort of a self-portrait in stone. Alvin will also show Star Girls, which pays tribute to the spirits who teach his people about everything from when to plant to what’s written in the stars. Meet Alvin during Magic & Mastery; he’s always eager to talk about the cultural stories behind his sculptures.

Prescott-based bronze sculptor Erik Petersen is hard at work on a second bronze owl, an enlargement of his ever-popular mini sculpture Spot. If he can take a break from the studio – and from his own business that specializes in finishing and patina work for many prominent western artists – Erik plans to attend the show.

Erik’s dad, Joel Petersen will be at Magic & Mastery. While Joel won’t be revealing anything new, he promises he has two sculptures in the works. Joel’s collectors are hoping at least one of those showcases a bison. The gallery already exhibits two of Joel’s small bison sculptures, but both sell so quickly they are frequently unavailable.

Speaking of bison, gallery owner and bronze wildlife sculptor Ken Rowe will unveil his much-anticipated bison bust, Standing Strong. The base of the bust features bas-relief bison galloping across the plains. “If the subliminal message in my sculpture Wild at Heart references our loving mothers, then my latest bison piece, Standing Strong, conveys the strength we see in our fathers,” says Ken. “That said, art is subjective, and it’s a language of its own. Regardless of the message you hear when you see a particular artwork, there is no denying when a piece speaks to you.”

Jason Scull, a member of the Cowboy Artists of America, was one of the first artists Rowe Fine Art Gallery represented when it opened its doors in 2010. Back then, Jason could be found sculpting side-by-side with Ken. (Ken still sculpts in the gallery Thursday through Saturday.) Jason’s bronzes depict scenes of farm and ranch life; he grew up in a family that ranched on the fringes of South Texas brush country. Though he won’t be in attendance in June, Jason’s artwork will be on display.

Impressionistic wildlife sculptor Joshua Tobey was the guest of honor at Rowe Fine Art Gallery back in April during his annual one-man show, so he won’t be back again until next year. In the meantime, art lovers can marvel at his newest sculptures, including Under My Wing, where a protective male quail holds his baby chicks close to his heart.

Finally, jeweler and sculptor Liam Herbert will meet and greet collectors and discuss his wearable art at Magic & Mastery. “I like to create art that is a challenge,” says Liam. “Having no limits with mediums is freeing. I search for ideas from above and from the depths of my being. My goal is to create different forms of expressions involving human emotions that also have an intellectual twist.”

Whether you’re shopping for Dad or you just want to meet some of the most talented artists in Sedona, Rowe Gallery has you covered on June 7.

Rowe Fine Art Gallery represents traditional and contemporary southwestern artists. The gallery, located under the bell tower in Patio de las Campanas at Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village, is open Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Friday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.  For more information, call 928-282-8877

In honor of Mother’s Day on May 12, Rowe Fine Art Gallery salutes its female artists with Magic & Mastery, part one of a two-part show. The festivities get started on Friday, May 3, at 4 p.m. with an artists’ reception featuring new paintings, sculptures and jewelry. The show continues through May and then, on June 7, transitions to a celebration of the gallery’s male artists, just in time for Father’s Day.

Magic & Mastery highlights the paintings of Julie T. Chapman, Kim Diment, Jen Farnsworth and Amy Ringholz; the sculptures of Shirley Eichten Albrecht and Kim Kori; and the jewelry of Lesley Aine McKeown. 

Julie T. Chapman will debut Why, which depicts a fox. “I’ve been studying Gerhard Richter’s work and experimenting with his approach to abstract painting in developing the ‘backgrounds’ for my own pieces,” says Julie. “The quizzical tilt of the fox’s head inspired the title of the painting, which can be interpreted in many ways: Why foxes? Or why people? Why this moment, this choice of colors, this painting? It is left to you, the viewer, to provide answers (or further questions!).”

Kim Diment plans to complete a raccoon painting in time for the show, and she’s working on a series of paintings about some of our more misunderstood creatures in the hopes that she might change the way you think about them (possums, we’re talking about you). But it’s been a busy year for the Michigan-based artist, who made a stop in Sedona in the spring. At the end of 2023, she placed second in the Richeson75 Animals, Birds, and Wildlife Competition, and she was recently asked to jury the Almenara Art Prize international competition. Nonetheless, Kim’s next painting and her favorite subject matter are never far from mind.

“Animals have been my biggest motivator in life,” says Kim. “I love painting them, photographing them, sketching them…..and, most of all, being with them. There is so much to learn about ourselves by studying them.”

Sedona’s own Jen Farnsworth has another coyote up to unveil, this one titled Joy on a Lazy Day. “I hoped to capture the ‘joy’ of a quiet moment of rest on a sunny afternoon and the beautiful connection between wildlife and humans,” says Jen. “Coyotes are not only playful, mischievous and highly intelligent but also loyal partners, great parents and highly successful survivors. I always hope to instill this connection and respect with all of my wildlife art, but especially for the often misunderstood and too-often maligned coyote, an icon of the Southwest.”

The Rocky Mountain Weavers’ Guild invited sculptor Shirley Eichten Albrecht to Denver this winter to teach a basket-weaving class, and she won an online contest through Welburn Gourd Farm, the California supplier of the gourds Shirley uses in her sculptures. In fact, she’s finished a new gourd piece, Phoenix Rising, for the May show.

“When working with gourds, I always look for a story,” she says. “I was fortunate to have a beautiful manzanita base to help tell this particular story. I started my weaving in the top opening (I call it the face) of the gourd, and that’s when I pictured a bird in flight. Immediately, I thought, ‘Phoenix Rising.’ This is one of the first times where I had the title before I even completed the sculpture. I wanted to depict feathers in the body of the gourd, and I did this by using copper and curling the ends.”

The gallery’s only female bronze sculptor, Kim Kori, is still reeling from the release of her first book, Stories in Bronze, at the end of 2023. She also received a Distinguished Achievement award during the American Women Artists show at Brookgreen Gardens in South Carolina. Kim tells us she has a special surprise in store for the May show, but she’s not ready to reveal the details just yet. In the meantime, collectors will want to get their hands on Delicious, a new bronze depicting a field mouse.

“It’s a glorious day for this little field mouse,” says Kim, explaining the story behind Delicious. “While running through an orchard she spots an overripe apple on the ground. Once she’s tasted the delicious morsels, she eats almost halfway through the fruit, completely enjoying herself.”

And don’t forget to look for the gallery’s newest artist, jeweler Lesley Aine McKeown, who works with exotic stones like rutile, vesuvianite and dendritic agate. Lesley creates her earrings, rings, pendants and necklaces in her Prescott studio, painstakingly sketching each piece to scale before translating her designs to high-karat gold and sterling silver.

Whether you’re shopping for a special mom in your life, spending an evening gallery hopping with your mom, or you just want to shake hands with some of the most talented women in Sedona, Rowe Gallery is the place to be on May 3. 

Rowe Fine Art Gallery represents traditional and contemporary southwestern artists. The gallery, located under the bell tower in Patio de las Campanas at Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village, is open Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Friday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.  For more information, call 928-282-8877

Twenty-four years into his career, impressionistic wildlife sculptor Joshua Tobey has begun to reflect on where he started and where he wants to go. The son of renowned sculptor Gene Tobey received an incomparable art education while working side by side with his dad – who quickly taught him to find his own style. 

That style, characterized by a smooth-as-glass texture and vibrant proprietary patinas, continues to evolve. Joshua will return to Sedona on Friday, April 5, from 4 to 7 p.m., and Saturday, April 6, from 1 to 4 p.m., for his annual one-man show at Rowe Fine Art Gallery. During Wild Spirit, art lovers will have the opportunity to meet Joshua and see the debut of new works like Lady’s Man, featuring a turkey, High Rise, which depicts a trout, and Triumph, showcasing a red stag. 

Coming up with new ideas to sculpt isn’t a problem for Joshua, even after two decades. “I have more ideas than I could ever sculpt,” he says. When he was starting out, he sculpted his wildlife subjects, everything from bears to bunnies to bobcats, entirely from memory, but today, as Joshua carefully works more anatomy into his work, he’s using reference materials and enjoying the process of evolution.

“Part of my collector base has been asking me to say more about the subject matter,” Joshua says. “I love interacting with my collectors – they give me clues as to where I should go next. But I’m also trying to not overthink the process and remember to come from a place of instinct and intuition. I don’t want to lose sight of why I sculpt, which is for the joy of it.”

As busy as always – during the first two months of this year, Joshua was only home in Loveland, Colorado, for 10 days – it’s shows like the one at Rowe Gallery that keeps him energized. And while he plans to bring a precast sculpture to Sedona, don’t expect Joshua to demo his work. “I’ve never sculpted in public,” he confesses. “For me, building a sculpture is very private. Plus I can’t talk and think at the same time – and I love to talk to people!”

To see all of Joshua Tobey’s wildlife sculptures, please click here!

Stop by Rowe Fine Art Gallery April 5 or 6 to meet this personable artist and enjoy one of the gallery’s most anticipated shows of the year.

Rowe Fine Art Gallery represents traditional and contemporary southwestern artists. The gallery, located under the bell tower in Patio de las Campanas at Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village, is open Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Friday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.  For more information, call 928-282-8877.

As mother nature – and art lovers! – start to stir after winter’s slumber, Rowe Fine Art Gallery is ready and waiting with doors wide open. On Friday, March 1, the gallery begins a month-long celebration of the season of rebirth during Spring Awakenings. The artist reception and show opens at 4 p.m. with a look at the fresh, colorful artwork the gallery’s family of fine artists has recently created.

The celebration of spring continues on Friday, March 15, from 1 to 4 p.m. when Kim Diment makes her first appearance at the gallery in more than five years.

All month long enjoy new sculptures by Shirley Eichten Albrecht, Kim Kori, Alvin Marshall, Erik Petersen, Joel Petersen, Ken Rowe and Joshua Tobey along with jewelry from Liam Herbert, Jennifer Inge and Lesley Aine McKeown. The show also includes new works by painters Julie T. Chapman, Dane Chinnock, Kim Diment, Jen Farnsworth, Lynn Heil, Gary Jenkins, John Rasberry and Amy Ringholz.

Kim Diment, the Michigan-based wildlife painter candidly admits 2023 was a challenging year for her family. While some artists find working during difficult times therapeutic, Kim says she found the act of creating daunting. “I’d been working on a painting of raccoons that I’d loved from the get-go, but I was afraid to work on it because it’s a lighthearted piece, and I didn’t want to impede that,” she admits.

Art is starting to feel essential again, and Kim is looking forward to spending time in Arizona. This will be her first show anywhere in nearly two years. In addition to bringing some small acrylic paintings to debut, Kim plans to sketch at the gallery. She says she sketches in the field regularly, especially when she doesn’t have her camera with her, and drawing in front of an audience doesn’t intimidate her.

“Don’t forget, I taught high school art for many years,” says Kim, laughing. “That’s a tough crowd. I find art lovers are willing to give me much more of a break.”

Come shake off those winter blues on March 1 for a new works show and return on March 15 to meet painter Kim Diment and see what she has in store for 2024.

Rowe Fine Art Gallery represents traditional and contemporary southwestern artists. The gallery, located under the bell tower in Patio de las Campanas at Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village, is open Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Friday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.  For more information, call 928-282-8877

A beloved annual tradition continues at Rowe Fine Art Gallery with The Heart of Art on Friday, February 2, at 4 p.m. Ever since gallery owners Ken and Monica Rowe opened their doors in 2010, they have designated the first Friday in February as the day they show appreciation to their clients. 

If you have ever purchased a Ken Rowe sculpture or a piece of art from Rowe Fine Art Gallery, you are invited to stop by for a special sweet treat. And if you’ve never purchased art from the gallery, this is the perfect time to browse its selection of sculptures, paintings and jewelry. Some of the gallery’s artists will be on hand to thank collectors in person as well as talk about their creative process and the pieces they have planned for 2024. 

“Who’s at the heart of art?” ponders Monica Rowe. “Our collectors, that’s who! Ken and I are so grateful for the clients who have supported us for the past 30-plus years, both through Rowe Fine Art and by purchasing Ken’s sculptures from other esteemed galleries across the Southwest. During our monthly shows, we shine the spotlight on our award-winning family of artists, but in February, it’s all about you, the art lovers who have given us and our artists a great life.”

Art collectors may not realize that their relationship with Rowe Gallery goes beyond making purchases. The gallery’s associates offer at-home consultation that includes everything from choosing new artwork to rehanging old favorites after a remodel. They are also available to help select the ideal gift for that special someone, whether you’re shopping in person, over the phone or online. (Pssst: Valentine’s Day is February 14!)

“We have the nicest clients,” continues Monica. “Our artists’ work winds up in incredible homes and businesses – Ken and I have had the opportunity to witness that firsthand. We’ve seen people have very emotional reactions and connect on a deep level to the artwork in our gallery. We are honored to be stewards of these masterpieces and match them to their ideal home.” 

Rowe Fine Art Gallery represents traditional and contemporary southwestern artists. The gallery, located under the bell tower in Patio de las Campanas at Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village, is open Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Friday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.  For more information, call 928-282-8877 and find us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

In honor of fresh starts, bright beginnings and shout-it-from-the-rooftop accomplishments, Rowe Fine Art Gallery rings in 2024 on Friday, January 5, at 4 p.m. with New Start, New Art. For the first time, the gallery shines a spotlight on precast sculptures, those raw, beautiful works in clay that hint at the bronze masterpieces to come. It’s a rare opportunity to see a work of art in progress. In addition to the precast sculptures, partygoers will enjoy new paintings and jewelry.

Precast sculptures include two from artist and gallery owner Ken Rowe and one from sculptor Kim Kori. Ken will showcase The Collector, which depicts a sly raven with his latest treasure, an ancient turquoise necklace, and Wild at Heart. In the latter, a mama bear lovingly embraces her cubs. Look closely and you’ll notice the shape of a heart as they snuggle. “A mother’s love is universal, even in the wild,” says Ken.

Kim will exhibit Delicious, which imagines a little field mouse who has scampered through an orchard, only to spot an overripe apple on the ground. The viewer comes upon the creature as he indulges in his solo feast.

Along with celebrating new art, the gallery is pleased to announce that the prestigious Cowboy Artists of America recently inducted Navajo (Diné) stone sculptor Alvin Marshall. Founded in Sedona in 1965, the organization seeks to authentically preserve and perpetuate the culture of western life in fine art. Alvin, who lives near Farmington, New Mexico, says he’s honored to be part of the organization.

“I’m very grateful,” he says. “And I’m happy to be a part of the old western style. The Cowboy Artists of America defines how life was in the old west. Through fine art, the members carry on the legacy of how the west was in the early 1900s, when it was being settled.”

After a stint with the U.S. Army, Alvin studied sculpture with renowned artist Oreland Joe in the early 1980s. In 1983, he was named Sculptor of the Year by the Heard Museum in Phoenix. Alvin carves figures and wildlife out of Utah alabaster, limestone and marble.

Now that the gift-giving season has passed and the holiday decorations are safely stowed away, it’s the perfect time to refresh your surroundings with a new piece of art. Or perhaps you’ve recently purchased a second home and the turning of the calendar pages has inspired you to decorate your blank canvas. Let the gallery’s esteemed painters, sculptors and jewelers help you turn your house into a home during New Start, New Art. The show runs through January.

Rowe Fine Art Gallery represents traditional and contemporary southwestern artists. The gallery, located under the bell tower in Patio de las Campanas at Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village, is open Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Friday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.  For more information, call 928-282-8877

‘Tis the season for love and laughter, seeing old friends and making new ones, and picking out meaningful gifts for loved ones. You can do all three on Friday, December 1, from 4 to 7 p.m. at Rowe Fine Art Gallery during its annual holiday show, Let it Shine, which lasts the entire month of December.

“Everything shines bright and beautiful during this time of year,” says gallery co-owner Monica Rowe. “It’s one of our favorite months here in the gallery because we have so much fun helping our clients choose the perfect presents for their favorite people. Spirits are high, and you never know when one of our artists is going to pop in with a new painting, sculpture or piece of jewelry.”

Speaking of jewelry, stop in to see the latest gold and sterling-silver artwork from Sedona’s own Liam Herbert and from Prescott’s Lesley Aine McKeown, the newest member of Rowe Gallery’s family of artists. If you’re looking for something really unique, don’t miss Jennifer Inge’s horsehair and equestrian-themed bracelets, earrings and necklaces.

And if your list includes a cozy-at-home type, enjoy small, giftable paintings by Julie T. Chapman, Dane Chinnock, Kim Diment, Jen Farnsworth, Lynn Heil, Gary Jenkins, John Rasberry and Amy Ringholz or tabletop sculptures from Shirley Eichten Albrecht, Kim Kori, Alvin Marshall, Erik Petersen, Joel Petersen, Ken Rowe and Joshua Tobey. There’s truly something for everyone on your shopping list during Let it Shine. Forgoing gifts this year? Just come by and enjoy the holiday revelry!

Please join us for this very special event celebrating the release of the highly anticipated book, “Stories in Bronze” celebrating the life and art of nature sculptor Kim Kori. Kim will be at the gallery to meet clients and for the book signing on Friday, November 3rd from 4pm until 7:00pm and then again Saturday, November 4th from 12noon to 2pm.

Good Things Come in Small Packages at Rowe Fine Art Gallery in November             

It’s always a treasure hunt at Rowe Fine Art Gallery, but once a year, those treasures can fit in the palm of your hand…or at least on any table or wall in your home. It’s time for the gallery’s annual small-works show, Itty, Bitty…and Oh, So Pretty! Whether you’re shopping for holiday gifts, your space is limited or you’re just beginning to collect art, there’s something for everyone at this exhibit, which opens Friday, November 3, at 4 p.m.

Itty, Bitty…and Oh, So Pretty! features tabletop-size sculptures, paintings that measure no more than nine inches by twelve inches and jewelry. Participating artists include painters Jen Farnsworth, Dane Chinnock, Kim Diment, Lynn Heil, Gary Jenkins and John Rasberry; and sculptors Shirley Eichten Albrecht, Kim Kori, Alvin Marshall, Ken Rowe and Joshua Tobey. The event will also showcase the work of the gallery’s fine jewelers,  Liam Herbert and Leslie Aine McKeown, who makes her gallery debut during Itty, Bitty…and Oh, So Pretty!

Based out of Prescott, Arizona, Lesley has been creating jewelry since 1984. She specializes in traditional metalsmithing techniques and tools, crafting each piece of wearable art in her studio using precious metals (sterling silver, high-karat gold) and gemstones (white diamonds, natural aquamarines, iolite and agate, to name a few).

As if that wasn’t exciting enough, to continue the gallery’s year-long celebration of the art of storytelling, the show sees the unveiling of sculptor Kim Kori’s first book, Stories in Bronze. The 156-page coffee-table book showcases images of Kim’s bronze wildlife sculptures. Kim will sign copies of the book – available for purchase at the gallery – during Itty, Bitty…and Oh, So Pretty! and on Saturday, November 4, from 1 to 3 p.m. A true labor of love, the book took Kim more than two years to complete. 

“I never thought I would publish a book,” says Kim. “A very special collector told me that he’d really like me to do a book because I was his favorite sculptor. That touched me profoundly. With he and his wife’s support and encouragement, I decided to go for it, knowing that if I didn’t do it now, I never would. It was a major undertaking, but I’m happy that I did it. The book just arrived from the printer, and I’m anxious to promote it, and I hope it will be loved.”

From indulging in tiny treasures to meeting a new artist to picking up the copy of a book by one of Sedona’s most beloved sculptors, Rowe Fine Art Gallery is the place to shop in November!

Rowe Fine Art Gallery represents traditional and contemporary southwestern artists. The gallery, located under the bell tower in Patio de las Campanas at Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village, is open Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Friday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.  For more information, call 928-282-8877,

Be sure to mark your calendar now for this popular event featuring Rowe Fine Art Gallery’s Ken Rowe for a live animal quick sculpt! The demonstration will start promptly at 4pm on Friday, October 6th.

Bronze wildlife sculptor and gallery owner Ken Rowe will tell you that nine times out of 10, he’s sculpting in front of a real-life model, whether it’s a mountain lion or a mouse. But with the romance of sculpting wildlife comes the uncertainty of working with an unpredictable animal.

Take, for instance, the gray wolf Ken tried to sculpt in front of an audience a few years ago. The crowd was in awe, but the wolf was shy. So shy, in fact, that as soon as he came out of his kennel, he made a beeline for a nearby vehicle and hid under it for the rest of the demonstration. “All I could see was his backend and tail,” says Ken with a laugh. “I had to sculpt him from memory – and I’m the one who always preaches you should sculpt what’s in front of you!”

Then there was the time Ken had a quail in the gallery. Instead of posing patiently, the cheeky bird began plucking the topknots off of a work-in-progress quail clay sculpture on display. “His handler told me that’s what male quails do to other males to assert their dominance,” says Ken, “so in a way, he was giving me a ringing endorsement!”

Who knows what will happen when Ken once again hosts a sculpting demonstration with a live model on Friday, October 6, from 4 to 7 p.m. during Footloose and Sculpting Free. The demonstration begins promptly at 4 p.m. in the gallery’s courtyard, so arrive early for the best seat. Ken will attempt to create a sculpture entirely from scratch, from the armature to the finishing touches, in about 90 minutes. After the show, see his creation up close and chat with the artist about his process.

So what’s the most cooperative animal Ken has ever invited to the gallery? “That would have to be Hedwig the Owl,” says Ken. “He just sat there, turned his head and watched me. It was perfect.”

Footloose and Sculpting Free is the continuation of a year-long celebration of the art of storytelling. When you come right down to it, artists are storytellers, using paint, clay and precious metals the same way a writer uses words. The celebration of Rowe Fine Art Gallery’s wildlife and nature sculptors will continue throughout the month of October. There’s a story behind each of the paintings, sculptures and pieces of jewelry in the gallery – stay tuned as some of those stories are told throughout the year.

Rowe Fine Art Gallery represents traditional and contemporary southwestern artists. The gallery, located under the bell tower in Patio de las Campanas at Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village, is open Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Friday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.  For more information, call 928-282-8877.

When you read an artist’s signature on a bronze sculpture, you’re only reading half the story. Wildlife sculptor and gallery owner Ken Rowe wants to change that kicking off September with Metal Magic a one-night-only event taking place on Friday, September 1, from 4 to 7 p.m. Finishing artists from two Prescott bronze workshops, Thumb Butte Bronze and The Bronze Age, will be discussing – and, when possible, demonstrating – pouring, welding, chasing and patina techniques. If you’re curious about how a clay sculpture becomes a finished bronze, you don’t want to miss this show. (Take note: The demonstrations begin promptly at 4 p.m. in the courtyard on the west side of the gallery, so arrive early for the best seat.)

“Art collectors who’ve spoken to me for any amount of time know that I’m always trying to reiterate the collaborative nature of bronze sculpting,” says Ken. “It’s a partnership between the sculptor and several artists, most of who work behind the scenes. Until you see the process, it’s hard to understand. So on September 1, we’re bringing the foundry to the gallery. We want to put these artists in the spotlight and give them the recognition they deserve.”

Participating Bronze Age finishing artists include Erik Petersen, Joel Petersen, Jeremiah Petersen, Natalie Diedrick and Kristin McDonald, who will display her original bronzes for one night only. Keen collectors will recognize two of these names: Erik and his father Joel are both represented by the gallery.

From Thumb Butte Bronze, attendees will meet owner Meghan LaFuze and finishing artist Alan Lykins. Meghan is looking forward to showcasing examples of some of the steps involved in the foundry process.

“This is going to be a very exciting night – different from anything we’ve done before,” says Ken. “I hope everyone who loves art comes out and meets the talented people who make us sculptors look so good.”

Metal Magic is the continuation of a year-long celebration of the art of storytelling. When you come right down to it, artists are storytellers, using paint, clay and precious metals the same way a writer uses words. There’s a story behind each of the paintings, sculptures and pieces of jewelry in the gallery – stay tuned as some of those stories are told throughout the year.

The celebration of bronze sculpture artists will continue all month long as Rowe Fine Art Gallery celebrates its family of sculptors including Kim Kori, Erik Petersen, Joel Petersen, Ken Rowe and Joshua Tobey.

Rowe Fine Art Gallery represents traditional and contemporary southwestern artists. The gallery, located under the bell tower in Patio de las Campanas at Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village, is open Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Friday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.