Scottsdale Gallery Association Celebrates 50-Year Anniversary on April 3
Apr 3rd
- Time6:30 PM to 9:00 PM
On Thursday, April 3 from 6:30-9 p.m., the Scottsdale Gallery Association (SGA) celebrates a major milestone—50 years of supporting, promoting and advocating for the art community in Old Town Scottsdale through its popular weekly ArtWalk series. In honor of this occasion, the SGA and its member galleries present “Artstravaganza.”
This one-of-a-kind celebratory Gold Palette Artwalk takes place throughout the Scottsdale Arts District, which stretches along Main St. from Scottsdale Rd. to Goldwater Blvd. and north of Indian School Rd. on Marshall Way to 5th Ave., and within participating Scottsdale Gallery Association member galleries.
“We are thrilled to be celebrating 50 wonderful years of art in Old Town Scottsdale,” said SGA President Jinger Richardson. “This milestone is so significant to the many supporters and artists who have been part of the growth and evolution of Scottsdale’s art scene. We are excited to celebrate this momentous occasion and look forward to another 50 years of ArtWalks!”
In celebration of this milestone, the Mayor of Scottsdale, and the public at large, has been invited to join in the festivities including a city proclamation at the Casa de Artistas Plaza at 6:45 p.m. Additional activities include live music and memories from the past 50 years of this event, the longest running ArtWalk in the country. Participating SGA members will also be hosting their own events within their galleries to keep the celebration going throughout the Scottsdale Arts District, including:
Art One Gallery, Inc.
4130 N. Marshall Way
Art enthusiasts are invited to stop into Art One Gallery, Inc. during the ArtWalk to check out what’s new from students and local Arizona artists.
Bonner David Galleries
7040 E. Main St.
Bonner David Galleries is pleased to continue its 2025 Season of “Splashes of Color” with Gray Green—featuring new work by Romana Youngquist in “Daydreams in Luminous Color.” This exhibition—which showcases the artist’s vibrant interpretations of rural locations and evokes memories of a simpler time in life—will be on display during the ArtWalk through Monday, April 28; an opening reception will take place Friday, April 4.
Carstens Fine Art Studio and Gallery
7100 E. Main St., #B
Join Carstens in wishing the Scottsdale Gallery Association a much-deserved congratulations! The gallery is pleased to celebrate 50 years of the Scottsdale Artwalk with new work by artist and gallery owner C. Carstens, live music and anniversary snacks.
King Galleries
7077 E. Main St., #17-20
During the SGA’s 50th anniversary event, King Galleries presents “Arizona Moments” featuring new works to celebrate the ArtWalk by artists such as Marcia Molnar, Mary Calengor, Rain Scott, Steve Lucas and Andrea Vargas.
Legacy Gallery
7178 E. Main St.
The gallery is pleased to present award-winning artist Daniel Keys and his new exhibition “Moment in Bloom”. Keys will be in-gallery to visit with guests can discuss his new works, most of which are floral still life paintings that seem to come to life when viewed. Keys will also be in-gallery all day Friday, April 4.
The Marshall Gallery
7106 E. Main St.
The Marshall Gallery celebrates the 50th anniversary of the SGA and Old Town Scottsdale’s ArtWalk with an unforgettable experience highlighting multiple artists’ works. Guests can view Elena Golberg’s nature-inspired oil paintings, Josh Hernandez’s dynamic abstract-realist works, Fred Calleri’s nostalgic and romantic creations and Carol Estes’ progressively optimistic artwork. Guests can also enjoy complimentary drinks and live painting during the event.
On the Edge Gallery
7045 E. Main St.
In celebration of Artstravaganza, On the Edge is pleased to present a meet and greet with featured artists Ahmed Cannon, Kimberly Curry-Pieper and Lynn Gustafson. Cannon’s goal through his oil portraits are to help people feel the emotion and essence of whatever he paints. Curry-Pieper is a ceramic sculpture artist who fell in love with her medium of choice after discovering it while completing her Bachelor of Fine Arts at Arizona State University. Gustafson, who is a fused glass artist, believes art enhances people lives and that it’s not only the viewing, but the creating of art that feeds the soul.
The Signature Gallery
7177 E. Main St.
In celebration of Artstravaganza, The Signature Gallery will display the “Family Trio” collection, featuring the exceptional artworks of local artists Charles Pabst and his children Cara Pabst Moran and Michael Pabst. Guests are invited to experience the creative legacy of the Pabst family, renowned for masterful landscapes and vibrant storytelling. During the event, guests can enjoy live music, wine and light bites as they view the latest collections from this family of artists.
Quan’tum Art, Inc.
7077 E. Main St., #16
Quan’tum Art owners and artists John Gleason (sculptor), Jacque L. Keller (painter) and Suzanne Larson (glass artist) are pleased to help celebrate the SGA’s 50th anniversary of ArtWalks with an open house featuring live demonstrations, refreshments and meet and greets with these award-winning artists.
Wilde Meyer Gallery
4142 N. Marshall Way
In conjunction with the city of Scottsdale’s 50th anniversary “Artstravaganza” ArtWalk, the gallery will present a show of “Artrageous Artworks,” from the likes of Thom Ross, Lydia Hesse, David Manje, Sushe Felix, Adam Thomas Rees, Jaime Ellsworth, Jim Nelson, Sarah Webber, Kristin Harvey, Judy Choate, Nicholas Wilson, Jeremy Serna and others whose works represent a wide array of mediums and styles.
Zbavitel Studio and Gallery
7077 E. Main St., #7
During Artstravaganza, Zbavitel Studio and Gallery invites art enthusiasts to view new abstracted landscapes and Tuscan Hills in contemporary palettes by artist Carolyn Zbavitel, who will demonstrate a watercolor cityscape highlighting one of Scottsdale’s own nostalgic treasures—the Hotel Valley Ho.
The Scottsdale Gallery Association’s weekly ArtWalk, held most every Thursday evening from 7-9 p.m. in partnership with the city of Scottsdale, highlights the finest art in Scottsdale featured throughout more than 30 galleries and two museums: Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art and Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West. In addition, the SGA’s Gold Palette ArtWalks, with multiple events throughout the year, feature extended hours, a dedicated theme and specialty activities including entertainment, refreshments, demonstrations and more. For more information, visit scottsdalegalleries.com.
