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.

Artists get asked a lot of questions, but one of the most common just might be: What inspires you to create? In preparation for In the Mood, Rowe Fine Art Gallery’s latest show, which opens with a reception on Friday, August 4, at 4 p.m., the gallery posed that very question to its own family of painters, sculptors and jewelers. As it turns out, inspiration can result in either a specific artwork or just the drive to spend time in the studio. 

Navajo stone sculptor Alvin Marshall gets in the mood to create by waking up early, a practice his ancestors taught him. “As a Native American, I was told to rise before the sun, to welcome the sunrise and give the evening light blessings that you might awake in the morning and start all over,” says Alvin. “In my tradition, my work reflects the songs and the prayers that were set by my ancestors’ grandfathers’ grandmothers. I turn those songs and prayers into sculptures – living stones, living stories. And I'm always motivated by the activities of the seasons: the weather, the people and nature itself.”

Spending time in nature is what sparks painter John Rasberry to create, too, which isn’t surprising given John’s 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. There are so many artists who I admire, old masters and newcomers with representational and contemporary styles. Seeing their work inspires me to work harder and strive to perfect my own style.

“I’m a musician too,” John continues, “so music, all styles from French cafe, Americana, country, rock, etc., is definitely part of my inspiration and daily painting process.”

Painter Julie T. Chapman, whose work has gone through a dramatic transformation over the past few years, says she used to be inspired by nature and wildlife, too. But sometimes inspiration 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.”

Likewise, sculptor Shirley Eichten Albrecht says her urge to create comes from more of an internal source. Shirley has to be relaxed – and fearless. “First and foremost, I can’t be stressed,” says Shirley. “I find having music playing helps me to relax and let my creative juices flow. My first figurative gourd sculpture is a very good example. A friend gave me a long slender gourd. I had never worked on something shaped like that. It sat in my studio for a year and each time I looked at it, I wondered what I would create. I began to see something figurative and Native American.

“The scariest part is always making the first cuts on the gourd,” says Shirley. “Once I did, I was committed, and I was so excited to see how I progressed. Once I got started, I found I could not stop. I became immersed in Native American culture, from weaving to clothing to the significance of various colors to storytelling. Thus, the Butterfly Maiden was born. The final piece of art was beyond my expectations.”

Other artists point to specific moments – happy and sad – that inspired artwork. For sculptor Liam Herbert, the passing of his mother-in-law completely changed the course of his life.

“As an artist, I have explored many mediums to express the entire gamut of life’s emotions,” reflects Liam. “Originally, my sculptural mediums included wood, mixed-media and bronze.

“That expanded when my wife’s mother passed away unexpectedly. Overwhelmed with grief, Sylvia and I attended a bereavement group for six weeks. I mentioned to the group that by the time I finished the course, I would create a wearable sculpture expressing what we were experiencing.

“I began carving a very small sculpture in wax, based on a seventeen-foot-tall sculpture I carved in wood in 1969. I had no idea where or how to produce this as a pendant. Months later, Sylvia and I were at a friend’s home for a celebration of life gathering where I mentioned to one of the guests that I was creating a wearable sculpture. As it turned out, the man I was talking to owned the Kick and Cast jewelry foundry in Sedona.  He said, ‘We can make that for you.’

“And so my first pendant was created. I named it Rising Joy. My jewelry would not have been born if it were not for the loss of Mom.” 

For several of the gallery’s artists, experiences they had in their formative years were eventually expressed as artworks. “As a young person, I remember having an unbelievable experience in the greater Yellowstone area,” reflects sculptor Joel Petersen. “I actually watched a grizzly bear catching and eating cutthroat trout on Soda Butte Creek. At the time, I thought grizzlies only dined on salmon. It was quite an amazing experience. Fast forward years later, and my bronze, Breakfast at Soda Butte Creek, is a direct reflection of that morning in Wyoming.”

Joel’s son, painter and sculptor Erik Petersen, also mentions Wyoming as having an impact on his creativity. “I’ve been going to Jackson Hole, Wyoming, a couple of times a year for the last few years,” he says. “Seeing the mountains and rivers instantly makes me think about painting. I love being in Yellowstone with no cell phone reception and thinking about nothing else in life except finding a moose or a grizzly bear or a bull elk standing in front of the Tetons.” 

Painter Jen Farnsworth couldn’t agree more. “Observing wildlife always 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 all around us here in Sedona inspire me to paint. It was on one of these mornings that I watched the small coyote who I call Diana (after Wonder Woman) as she quietly slipped into the yard for a quick drink of water. Her beautiful and shy demeanor immediately inspired me to paint her.”

Sculptor Ken Rowe also treasures the opportunity to get close to the animals he sculpts. “There’s an amazing array of animals I’ve had the absolute honor of working with, from wolves to grizzlies to mountain lions to rhinos,” he says. “In many cases, I’ve been able to handle the animal and then sculpt as I observe it right in front of me. It’s hard to describe how amazing it is to handle an animal like a grizzly, to feel its strength, see the texture of its hair, to feel the power of its breath on you.”

It’s not a grizzly that comes to mind when we ask Kim Kori about moments that put her in the mood to sculpt. Instead, she’s thinking about flora. And she explains that sometimes several moments of inspiration find expression in a single work of art.

“I have always had a fascination with mushrooms,” Kim admits. “Living in the dry Arizona climate, I don’t get to experience them often. But when we have steady rain, I find several different types growing under the trees where I live. I have a special memory of traveling through Italy and seeing a little old man emerge from the forest with a basket of huge portobello mushrooms and a big smile on his face.

“I use mushrooms often in my sculptures,” Kim continues. “Mushroom Hugger depicts a tree frog hugging a mushroom, just as a tree hugger might hug a tree. I was able to combine my love of mushrooms, frogs and trees in this piece.”

And then there’s painter Lynn Heil, who says these days he’s gaining a better understanding of 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. The show runs through August. It’s 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.

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. You can also find find us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

First, puffy white clouds start to peek out above the red rocks in the early afternoon. They build throughout the day, bringing with them a sense of anticipation. As the work day winds down, the winds pick up and fork lightning appears against a black sky. A clap of thunder and then a deluge of rain. Temperatures drop – five, 10, 20 degrees. The drama is frequently over as quickly as it began, leaving in its wake steamy asphalt parking lots and the scent of sage and creosote. Everything feels cleansed.

For those not familiar with summer in Sedona, they undoubtedly picture a parched landscape baking under a blazing sun. But for the artists and residents fortunate enough to call Arizona and the West home, July and August bring the dramatic monsoon skies – and plenty of inspiration 

On Friday, July 7, Rowe Fine Art Gallery celebrates the drama of monsoon season with Stormy Weather, which opens at 4 p.m. Visit the (air conditioned!) gallery to see paintings, sculptures and jewelry inspired by southwestern summers. Stormy Weather continues through July.

Rowe Fine Art Gallery’s artists each have their own unique relationship with summer storms. Painter John Rasberry, for example, revels in taking a front row seat, even if it means getting a little wet.

“I love landscapes with bright light highlighting foreground cliffs or mountains with dark stormy clouds in the background,” he says. “Summer is one of my favorite scenes to paint! It can often be a little challenging to capture because the lighting changes so quickly. Often after I have managed to set up my easel and paints and started to work, the wind will pick up and blow the painting off the easel onto the ground, landing facedown of course, and sand will blow into my paint palette. The next thing I know, I'm packing everything up and making a mad dash for cover. If I’m asked if it is worth it, though, I have to say yes, mostly for the experience of being there and watching nature unfold. Back at my studio, I’ll have to rely on memory, a small sand-blasted study – if I get that far – and a photo reference. When the painting is finished and if it turns out how I envisioned it, I consider the storm experience a successful painting trip. That’s why I love what I do.”

Summer rains evoke different memories for different artists, like jeweler and sculptor Liam Herbert, who thinks of his childhood when a storm blows in. “I love monsoons,” he says. “As a child, I would listen to the raindrops on the tin roof as I daydreamed of things to do. In Sedona, I listen to the sound of monsoon rain on our skylight and continue to daydream about creating new visions and artistic creations. The rain brings magic to my ears and mind.”

Navajo stone sculptor Alvin Marshall has a more complicated relationship with Mother Nature, but it’s also rooted in his upbringing. “Our native ways have taught us to respect and accept the hardships of Mother Nature: tornadoes, snowstorms, cold weather, rivers and creeks overflowing…I can go on and on. These challenges inspired me to carve a white buffalo because the white buffalo guides us through these hardships. So does the medicine man who I have carved in stone with the white buffalo.”

Painter Gary Jenkins looks for details, like thirsty flowers on a cactus, after a rainstorm for his inspiration. “I noticed the other day while sitting on my patio that my cactus plant was full of new blooms,” says Gary. “I thought they would make a beautiful painting. I took many pictures of the blooms and started a painting and then added a hummingbird. Nature is my greatest source of inspiration and my teacher. When I need a creative boost, I let nature show me the way.”

Blooms also show up in sculptor Kim Kori’s work. “When the rain falls, the earth comes alive,” says Kim. “In my sculpture Because of the Rain, the irises are ready to bloom, the snail is drawn to the moisture and the toad has appeared from beneath the soil.”

For wildlife sculptor Ken Rowe, who prefers to sculpt from live models, monsoon season frequently makes wildlife more accessible. “An elk sculpture, “Answering the Challenge”, was inspired by a hot August afternoon when a large bull elk and his harem of cows came to a remote waterhole for a drink just as a dramatic monsoon storm rumbled in,” recalls Ken.

Unfortunately, monsoon season and especially its dramatic thunderstorms, are short lived. What better way to harness their beauty than with a piece of art?

Stormy Weather marks 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.

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 says, “You Can Do It.” When you think of June, you probably think of dads and grads. (and maybe brides, but that’s another story.) What do the two have in common? Plenty of bravado…with a side of fortitude.

 It also takes a certain amount of bravery and a whole lot of encouragement to make a living as a fine artist, and when you discuss career trajectories with a creative, they will frequently cite a person or moment that gave them the courage to pursue their dreams. For wildlife sculptor and gallery owner Ken Rowe, those people were his wife, Monica Rowe, and renowned sculptor Ken Payne. One of Ken’s most recent sculptures, which will make its precast debut on Friday, June 2, during the opening reception for You Can Do It!, was inspired by Monica and Ken Payne. 

You Can Do It! also happens to be the name of the new sculpture. It features three Gambel’s quail chicks, including one who’s trying to summon the courage to make a leap of faith. “The Gambel’s quail chick that is about to make the move of his life represents my decision to go from being a taxidermist to a full-time bronze sculptor,” explains Ken. “The two chicks on the tin can represent my wife, Monica, and artist Ken Payne telling me, ‘You can do it!’ Thanks to them, I did.”

For sculptor Shirley Eichten Albrecht, it was a high school teacher who gave her the courage to reach for the stars. “There are many people who played a role in my development as an artist,” says Shirley, “but I have to say that it all started with my high school art teacher. She was always there for me. If there was an art project that needed to be done, she asked me to do it. She gave me the courage to create and to pursue an art degree, which gave me the tools to continue with my art.”

Sculptor Joshua Tobey is in a unique position: He followed in the footsteps of his father, sculptor Gene Tobey, who passed away in 2006. Joshua recently took a trip down memory lane when he completed a larger-than-life version of First Step, a foal bronze he completed in 2007.

“The original concept for this horse came to me about a year after my father died,” Joshua recalls. “There was a day I had to try to get over it. And take that ‘first step’ toward returning to positive thoughts and life. Looking at the pictures of this new version of that sculpture, I think of just how many big pieces I’ve made for my dad, both before and after he died, and all that I’ve made for myself…. That first step is tough, but life is great.”

For painter Jen Farnsworth, the encouragement she needed came from Ken and Monica Rowe.

“Monica and Ken embody the spirit of encouragement for all the gallery’s seventeen artists, and I have been a lucky recipient of their generous support,” says Jen. “I was thrilled to be invited to join the gallery seven years ago. Monica and Ken understood my life-long love of wildlife, but when it came to deciding what wildlife I would paint for the gallery first, they simply told me to paint from my heart. What came to mind was the icon of the Southwest, the coyote. I was a bit nervous about this because the gallery had never had a painter focus on the coyote before. And my coyotes were not your average coyotes but wildly colorful, mischievous coyotes! But the first coyote I brought to the gallery went to his new home the very next day. This never would have happened without the encouragement and trust of Ken and Monica.”

But artists aren’t just the recipients of encouragement. Sometimes, they are the ones hoping to provide inspiration in a world that can be challenging. In regards to his Hope pendant, sculptor Liam Herbert says, “As an artist, I feel hope gives us strength, courage and wisdom to make a difference in our lives and in the lives of those we touch. I want people who wear this pendant to feel like they always have hope.”

And Kim Kori, in her sculpture titled Search Party, chose to depict courage and bravery through one of nature’s most humble creatures: the chipmunk.

“In this piece, it’s autumn,” says Kim. “The chipmunk needs to gather food. It was a dry summer; nuts and seeds aren’t plentiful. So he’s off to search for greener pastures. As he begins his hike through the forest, he meets a tree frog who offers his assistance as a lookout. It can be dangerous in the dark woods. And a young bird who has lost his mother is given a lift in return for watching the chipmunk’s back.Despite their differences, these three band together. They now have hope and are encouraged to move on to a good life.”

You Can Do It! marks 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.

From everyone at Rowe Fine Art Gallery, Happy Father’s Day and congratulations to the Class of 2023. We promise you can do it!

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 pays tribute to Mom! Romonia Rowe, Mona to her friends and family, loved to paint landscapes, create children’s illustrations and sculpt cats. And she’s one of the reasons her son, wildlife sculptor and gallery owner Ken Rowe, became an artist. For many years, Ken attended amateur painting classes with his mom, first as a way to distract himself from his day job (drywall finisher, for those who are curious) and, later in life, as a way to spend quality time with Mona, who passed away in 2003.

“She was a really good painter, but she never thought about doing it for a living,” says Ken. “She just did it for fun, which is probably the best reason.”

Mona, who was originally from Kansas, raised Ken, his younger brother and his older sister in Phoenix, but she spent her later years in Prescott. That was convenient for Ken, who moved to Sedona in 1995. “I would see her every week because my foundry was in Prescott,” he says. “At one point, I gave her some sculpting supplies, and she started sculpting figuratives and cats – she loved cats. But she continued to paint and paint. The house was filled with her artwork. I have some of her oils and watercolors hanging in my own house, too.”

And what about those paintings Ken created with his mom in his early days as a budding artist? Are those still hanging around?

“Yes – and they are horrible!” Ken says, laughing.

For many artists, their moms are their first fans, providing encouragement and love. In honor of Mother’s Day, Rowe Fine Art Gallery celebrates Mom during Mother May I?, which opens Friday, May 5, with a reception that takes place from 4 to 7 p.m. Stop by to see new artworks and share stories of how your mom inspired and encouraged you. (Psst: Artwork makes a great gift for Mother’s Day. The gallery will be filled with sculptures, paintings and jewelry depicting the bond between mother and child.) The show runs through May.

Of course, loving mothers can be found in the animal kingdom, too. Just ask bronze wildlife sculptor Kim Kori. Kim has been sculpting for more than 40 years, often giving a voice to nature’s smallest creatures, including mice. At one point, Kim purchased two female mice from a pet store to use as models for her artwork. To her chagrin, one of the females turned out to be a male, and before she knew it, Kim had two adults and seven babies to raise. 

“All animals, no matter their size, have different personalities,” says Kim. “My favorite of the babies was a champagne-colored mouse I named Moet. She was so much smarter than her siblings. She figured out how to remove the cap on her cage and would escape during the night. I kept thinking I had forgotten to put the cap on until I saw her in action. One morning she was gone, and when I opened a closet door, I found her sitting on a shelf, looking at me. She let me pick her up and return her to her home. The others never left the cage, even though Moet had given them an easy out.”

It was from her experience with this mouse family that Sheltered, one of Kim’s most iconic sculptures, was born. Sheltered depicts a mother mouse and four of her babies huddled under a sycamore leaf, seeking refuge from the rain. 

A recent painting titled Hey Ma! by artist Jen Farnsworth was inspired by a four-legged mom who’s slightly larger than a mouse: a javelina. “Anyone who has observed a javelina mama in the wild knows what great moms they are,” says Jen. “The javelina babies, called ‘reds,’ are never far away from Mom, and if they do get separated, even by a few feet, you can hear the baby call out with their distinctive and anxious squeaks. That was my inspiration for Hey Ma!. The little baby in this painting is not letting Mom out of her sight.”

Mother May I? marks 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.

And happy Mother’s Day!

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.

April is a special month with an exhibit not to be missed as the gallery welcomes renown sculptor Joshua Tobey!

When your home borders a national forest and Rocky Mountain National Park is just a scenic drive away, you’re bound to interact with wildlife regularly. Impressionistic wildlife sculptor Joshua Tobey says installing game cameras around his Colorado property was one of the best decisions he’s made. The video footage, in fact, inspired one of the sculptures he will debut during his one-man show, Joshua Tobey: Unleashed, at Rowe Fine Art Gallery on Friday, April 7, from 4 to 7 p.m. and Saturday, April 8, from 1 to 4 p.m.

Come meet Joshua Tobey and spend time with his many fabulous sculptures.

“Wild Child features a mother bear carrying her troublemaker cub to safety,” says Joshua. “We get such a kick out of seeing cubs on our game cameras – they are truly little vandals and always up to no good. They smell us on the camera, so they come in very close to investigate. One time I got a photo of just a big bear eyeball, peering into the lens. And you have to credit mothers of any species for all the work they do just to keep their little ones out of harm’s way.”

Joshua’s annual show marks the continuation of Rowe Gallery’s 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. Sometimes those stories involve the artwork’s inspiration and sometimes it’s about a collector’s connection to a piece. Stay tuned as some of those are told over the coming year.

For art lovers who’ve attended Joshua’s shows over the years, it comes as no surprise that the award-winning sculptor has plenty of stories to tell. Take Over the Moon, for example. That bronze depicts two amorous jackrabbits, one of Joshua’s favorite subjects to sculpt. “I grew up in the Southwest, and you’d always come home to find a jackrabbit in your driveway at night,” he says. “They have this wonderful movement – they are so athletic. My wife Jojo and I like to go camping in Wyoming. We’ll make cocktails and just watch the jackrabbits racing around the desert by the light of the moon.”

Joshua will debut four new pieces at the April show including Wild Child and Over the Moon. He’ll be the first person to admit, though, that not every piece has an origin story. Sometimes he’s inspired by a feeling or a photograph rather than a real-life event. “But they all wind up with a great story,” he admits. “Sometimes it’s about the feeling you get when you sell a piece to just the right person. And that’s equally as memorable.”

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

Wild or Tame ... Our Artists and their works are in full Bloom!

March marks the start of spring, the season of renewal when many people start to refresh their surroundings. That frequently includes bringing in new artwork, like one European couple who discovered Rowe Fine Art Gallery online – then proceeded to travel to Sedona specifically to see painter Jen Farnsworth's art in real life. They now own five of her oil paintings. Bringing new art into their home, explains the couple, serves two purposes.

"First, we enjoy each individual piece of art because of its intrinsic value and its very own message, which add – like the pieces of a mosaic – to a complex whole and contribute to the very personal atmosphere of our house," they say.

"Second, we have brought home pieces from four continents (Europe, North and South America and Asia), places we have visited or where we lived for some time. They remind us of the artists we met and who have become friends and the places which have a special meaning for us because we associate them with very fond memories/experiences."

Just in time for the season of renewal, Rowe Fine Art Gallery will blossom with new works of art from the gallery's esteemed painters, sculptors and jewelers, all waiting to put down permanent roots in someone's home. Bloom opens Friday, March 3, from 4 to 7 p.m., and continues through the end of the month. 

The show marks 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, but those stories aren't complete until an art collector makes a connection with the artwork and brings it into their lives. Stay tuned as some of those are told over the coming year.

The European couple aren't the only ones whose art collection bloomed at Rowe Gallery, says Farnsworth. "There was a young couple who came in just after getting married," she explains. "They wound up buying their first 'real' work of art – a painting by Dane Chinnock. A year later, for their anniversary, they purchased my Sedona Trilogy, and the year after that, they went home with my Sitting Pretty – Bob CATitude. Rowe Gallery truly started them on their art-collecting journey."

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 loves it clients. February is the month of love and it is our opportunity to say thank you as we celebrate our gratitude for all of you!

Backtrack three years ago, when COVID-19 had a tight grip on the world. Like most businesses, Rowe Fine Art Gallery temporarily locked its front doors, but that didn’t stop its most ardent supporters from purchasing art. “We had one couple—who started collecting my work long before I opened a gallery—tell us they considered Rowe Fine Art Gallery and its artists part of their family,” remembers gallery owner Ken Rowe. “During the pandemic, they called in to order art over the phone, not only because they wanted to add to their collection but because they wanted to make sure the gallery and its artists prospered during some very challenging months.”

Because of collectors like that couple, every February the gallery honors its clients with a special show dedicated to their unwavering support of fine art. Love Connection takes place on Friday, February 3, from 4 to 7 p.m. 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 that evening – and all month – for a special sweet treat. This year’s gift highlights sculptor Joshua Tobey’s Heart and Soul bronzes. If you’re a Joshua Tobey fan – or a fan of wolves – you’ll want to make sure you stop by.

For those who’ve never purchased from Rowe Fine Art Gallery, with Valentine’s Day right around the corner, now is the time to discover the perfect gift. The gallery offers jewelry by artists Liam Herbert and Jennifer Inge. Represented painters include Julie T. Chapman, Dane Chinnock, Kim Diment, Jen Farnsworth, Lynn Heil, Gary Jenkins, John Rasberry and Amy Ringholz. Enjoy sculptures from Shirley Eichten Albrecht, Kim Kori, Alvin Marshall, Erik Petersen, Joel Petersen, Ken Rowe, Jason Scull and Joshua Tobey.

As for the above-mentioned clients, they continue to add to their art collection, most recently with Ken’s Looking for Ewe bronze, which they say is a new favorite. They aren’t the only collectors to recently have had an emotional reaction to a piece of artwork. A few days before Christmas, a local husband presented his wife with an early gift: Ken’s Petunia bronze sculpture. The sculpture depicts a javelina taking the time to stop and smell, you guessed it, a petunia. The husband deftly captured his wife’s reaction on his phone and then later shared the video with Ken – while getting choked up himself.

“She loves javelinas,” explains Ken, “and she was just overwhelmed with emotion. We as artists sometimes forget the emotional attachment people have to our artwork. We aren’t necessarily trying to evoke that, we’re just creating what inspires us. To hear about someone’s response to a piece makes us appreciate how people see our work.”

Love Connection marks the second month 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 are told over the coming 12 months.

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

At 9 o’clock one morning this past October, wildlife sculptor and gallery owner Ken Rowe received a phone call from his brother and sister-in-law, who were visiting from Phoenix. They had spotted a tiny animal on the side of 89A in front of Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village. At first, they thought it was a squirrel, but upon closer inspection, they realized it was a furry, frightened baby javelina. 

The baby javelina was dazed but alert. Unfortunately, her four-legged family was nowhere to be found. Ken immediately reached out to Runnin’ W Wildlife Center in Cornville.

The nonprofit’s founder, Billy Harvey, determined that the baby, only a week old, had been clipped by a car. Fortunately, she had escaped any serious harm, and she started to bounce back – quickly. “In two weeks, she’d doubled her weight,” says Ken. “She was feisty, too, trying to bite anyone who came near her.”

Three weeks later, Ken’s brother returned and helped transfer the peccary, named “Squirrel” by Ken’s sister-in-law, to Southwest Wildlife Conservation Center in Scottsdale, where she was introduced to a herd of other rescued javelinas. They welcomed her with open hooves. This spring, Squirrel and her adopted herd will be released into the wild.

Will Squirrel inspire Ken, who always tries to sculpt from real-life models, to embark on a new javelina sculpture? Ken hasn’t ruled it out, but what we do know for certain is that Squirrel has prompted the theme for Rowe Fine Art Gallery’s 2023 shows: 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 are told over the coming 12 months.

To get things started, head to the gallery on Friday, January 6, at 4 p.m. for A Wild Story, the first show in the series, where the wildlife that has inspired some of the gallery’s artists to create their most beloved pieces will be the focus. Rowe Fine Art Gallery’s family of artists includes painters Julie T. Chapman, Dane Chinnock, Kim Diment, Jen Farnsworth, Lynn Heil, Gary Jenkins, John Rasberry and Amy Ringholz; sculptors Shirley Eichten Albrecht, Kim Kori, Alvin Marshall, Erik Petersen, Joel Petersen, Ken Rowe and Joshua Tobey; and jewelers 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

Share an Enchanted evening with our jewelers and sculptors!

Liam Herbert

Enjoy the visionary art of Sedona Jeweler and Sculptor, Liam Herbert. "My hands are led by my heart and soul, and I believe my mission as an artist is to spread the word of peace, love and harmony with my art." -- Liam Herbert

Jennifer Inge

Jeweler and avid equestrian Jennifer Inge captures the wild spirit of one of the West’s most representative animals with her horsehair bracelets, necklaces and earrings. Jennifer plaits horsehair into triple-square, double-square and single-flat braids and finishes her pieces with sterling silver spacers and charms. Each piece is one of a kind.

Our Sculptors:

The spellbinding doesn’t end with just our jewelers! Our talented sculptors are ready to enchant you with creations of their own: Shirley Eichten Albrecht, Kim Kori, Alvin Marshall, Erik Petersen, Joel Petersen, Ken Rowe, and Joshua Tobey. 

Small But Mighty Takes Center Stage

Good things come in small packages, and that holds true for art, too. Whether your collection is bursting at the seams and space is limited or you are just dipping your toes into the realm of collecting art or you are shopping for holiday gifts, Rowe Fine Art Gallery’s November miniatures show, “Itty Bitty… and Oh, So Pretty!”, is your one-stop shop.

Make sure you mark you calendar now - and here is a little sneak peek of one of the beautiful art works that will be featured in the show. “Puttin’ on the Ritz” a gourd sculpture by artist Shirley Eichten Albrecht is full of holiday spirit and sparkling turquoise beauty. The show opens Friday, November 6, at 4 p.m. and continues through the entire month.

Be sure to mark your calendar: Joshua will be in the gallery on October 28th and 29th for his annual one-man show. The artist reception and show will be from 4-7pm on Friday the 28th and Saturday, October 29th from 1-4pm.

Along with his great sense of humor, Joshua will be bringing additional sensational new art! 

“It has been a long time since I had a show in Sedona during the fall. I can’t wait to get back, to see my collectors and show my new sculptures at the best gallery in Sedona.” - Joshua Tobey

There’s a certain mystery that surrounds the creation of art, especially bronze sculptures, which require so many steps along the way. Award-winning bronze wildlife sculptor and gallery owner Ken Rowe seeks to demystify the process when he steps into the spotlight on Friday, October 7, for Class Act. Ken, who prefers to sculpt from live animal models, will demonstrate his process with the help of a surprise guest from Runnin’ W Wildlife Center, a nonprofit rescue and rehabilitation facility based out of Cornville. “Will our model have fur or feathers?” speculates Ken. “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. The evening ends at 7 p.m.

To benefit Runnin’ W and its vital contribution to northern Arizona wildlife, Rowe Fine Art Gallery will donate 10 percent of the sales from a sculpture of Ken’s choosing to the organization that night only. It’s the perfect time to expand your art collection and make a difference in your community.

“I won’t even be building the armature in advance,” reveals 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. The pressure is on! When I told my friend Jason Scull, a western sculptor and member of the Cowboy Artists of America, what I was doing, he said, ‘What are you thinking??’

“It’s exciting and intimidating at the same time,” Ken continues. “I love that it forces me to be more instinctive. All artists want to work from that instinctive part of the mind and allow our previous experience to guide us. This is my chance.”

The last time Ken sculpted in front of an audience was March 2019 when his model was a great horned owl named Tashmoo. Though none of the sculptures he’s created during these live sculpts have been cast in bronze, Ken is toying with the idea of sending this one to the foundry. “We just have to see how it turns out,” he says.

Spontaneity is the name of the game during Class Act, so come prepared for audience participation and lots of questions. Ken will be fresh off a fishing expedition in Arkansas where he hopes to find inspiration for his next fly-fishing sculpture, so don’t forget to ask him what he has up his sleeve for the remainder of the year.

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 and find us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

Summer Slowly Fades into the Sunset at Rowe Fine Art Gallery

Everyone at Rowe Fine Art Gallery, artists and art collectors included, is trying to hold onto the fleeting days of summer and the golden hours that inspire some of the best artwork. Kick off your Labor Day Weekend celebration at Rowe Fine Art Gallery as we pay homage to carefree days during Summer Serenade, opening Friday, September 2, at 4 p.m. The show continues through the end of the month.

Catch up with your favorite gallery artists to see what they’ve been working on for the past three months. Some have been prolific, taking advantage of long days to paint and sculpt and prep for world renowned shows. Others decided to use the season to recharge and gain inspiration for the remainder of the year. 

If you’re sculptor Shirley Eichten Albrecht, there’s no such thing as downtime. For the second year in a row, Shirley has been juried into the National Basketry Organization’s members-only show. Shirley’s Regaliasculpture is featured in the virtual exhibit, which runs through the end of the year. She was one of 165 artists from five countries chosen to participate.

In the meantime, Shirley has two new pieces in the September show, both of which highlight her mastery of color. Soothe the Soul features a tall-body gourd painted a dreamy shade of turquoise and woven with purple, teal and lavender waxed linen and glass beads. Golden Beauty makes us nostalgic for summer – even before it’s over. The gourd is painted a warm shade of yellow and woven with golden yellow, purple and lavender waxed linen and tiny purple glass beads.

Bronze wildlife sculptor Kim Kori has also been busy with exhibitions. Kim’s Dragonfly at Rest bronze was accepted into the Society of Animal Artists virtual show, while Rapid Transit was juried into the Society’s 62ndAnnual Art & the Animal Exhibition and Tour. Rapid Transit was one of only 28 sculptures selected for the international show.

Recently, Kim has been reflecting on her body of work, and one piece especially stands out for her at this time of the year. Double Jeopardy depicts moths around a candle flame, while a spiny lizard takes it all in from below. “I often watch moths dance around the candle flames on summer evenings,” says Kim. “I’ve imagined at times how delighted a lizard would be to come across this gathering, which at the same time would put the moths in double jeopardy.”

This month, Julie T. Chapman will also be participating in two prestigious shows. First up is Western Visions, the National Museum of Wildlife Art’s fundraiser and one of the signature events of the Jackson Hole Fall Arts Festival in Wyoming. And at the end of the month, she’ll take part in the Buffalo Bill Art Show & Sale in Cody, Wyoming. Though she’s been busy prepping for both shows (and working on pieces that will debut in the gallery later this year), Julie stepped away from her easel this summer to nourish her favorite pastime: horses.

Painter Jen Farnsworth is putting the final touches on new works that the gallery will debut soon. In the meantime, Jen gave us this update: “This spring, I had great fun exploring new mediums and mixed media techniques with my art. I have continued the exploration and experimentation this summer. I am finding new ways to express my love of wildlife and nature with even more color and texture. I am currently working on several new canvases where I use not only ink, alcohol, graphite and tea, but also my vibrant palette of oil colors. Of course I have a new coyote, a bobcat and even an agave making its last stand. It has been a great labor of love!” 

John Rasberry recently completed two new oil paintings inspired by the Southwest’s Native American cultures. To Greener Pastures features a Navajo woman moving her sheep into a canyon for the summer. John remembers the day he came upon the scene that inspired the painting. “It was hot and dry, and all was still and quiet except the movement of the sheep and the distant sound of the bell from a bellwether ewe,” he says.

John’s second painting, No Particular Hurry, shows another Navajo woman riding her horse in Monument Valley as storm clouds gather on the horizon.

In addition to these artists, Rowe Fine Art Gallery represents painters Dane Chinnock, Kim Diment, Lynn Heil, Gary Jenkins and Amy Ringholz along with sculptors 

Alvin Marshall, Erik Petersen, Joel Petersen, Ken Rowe and Joshua Tobey, and jewelers 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, visit rowegallery.com, or find us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

Rowe Fine Art Gallery’s two-part summer show, A Feast for Your Eyes, kicked off with an evening dedicated to the gallery’s painters in July. The fun continues in August when the sculptors and jewelers step up to the plate. Enjoy the latest works from Shirley Eichten Albrecht, Liam Herbert, Jennifer Inge, Kim Kori, Alvin Marshall, Erik Petersen, Joel Petersen, Ken Rowe and Joshua Tobey. The show opens at 4 p.m. on Friday, August 5, and runs through the month.

Shirley Eichten Albrecht is excited to debut Regalia, a tall-body gourd that rests on a piece of manzanita her neighbor discovered on his property. The front of the gourd features Shirley’s intricate weaving, which captures pieces of turquoise and antique bone within its web. She chose to highlight the natural markings on the back of the gourd using a wood-burning technique and various colors of gourd ink.

“After much contemplation and some research, I decided on the colors I was going to use,” says Shirley. “What kept coming to mind was Native American regalia. My research brought me to images of various regalia, and I incorporated those colors into the sculpture. There is simplicity but also strength in this piece.”

Jeweler and sculptor Liam Herbert’s latest pendant, Family Embrace, will be showcased in August. The pendant, part of Liam’s Inspiration Collection, depicts two adults and a child in a fierce hug. On August 5 only, Liam’s bronze, The Sound of Life, will also be exhibited. The bronze features a pregnant mother and a child. “The sound of the first heartbeat is a very magical moment for anyone who hears it,” says Liam. “I wanted to show the tenderness of a mother and child experiencing this precious moment together.”

Bronze wildlife sculptor Kim Kori reminds us that sculptures are produced in limited editions that do, indeed, sell out. Four of Kim’s most popular sculptures are almost entirely gone. Everyone’s favorite lovestruck frog perches on a mushroom in Amore. A hummingbird pauses to catch his breath on a shiny pear in A Moment’s Rest. And a side-blotched lizard contemplates a bee on the stem of a chili pepper in Heat of the Moment. 

RV features a clever mouse hitching a ride on the back of a box turtle with the help of a tempting, juicy strawberry suspended from a stick. “I’m familiar with box turtles, having rescued a few,” says Kim. “Not only are they fond of fruit, they are also very much attracted to the color red, making strawberries high on their list of delicacies. When I wanted to sculpt a turtle being tempted by a berry, I decided there should be someone operating the ‘vehicle,’ and a mouse seemed to be the likely candidate. I used live models for accurate depictions of both creatures. I find my imagination to be vital in my life, and I often entwine it with reality in my sculptures.”

Navajo stone sculptor Alvin Marshall is also known for taking inspiration for his one-of-a-kind pieces from real life, and his newest sculptures don’t deviate. Alvin’s granddaughter was preparing for a coming-of-age ceremony this summer, which prompted Alvin to create multiple pieces, all small in size, depicting a young girl as she readies herself for the responsibilities of adulthood. The sculptures will feature the girl running, singing and holding a hummingbird. “Because time is of the essence with these, I’ll be using alabaster,” Alvin explains. “I have a steady supply of it.” Alvin will be headed to the prestigious Santa Fe Indian Market later this month, but Sedona residents and visitors won’t have to travel to see this award-winning artist’s latest work.

Joel Petersen is putting the finishing touches on his third bison sculpture. The new, not-yet-titled piece will be approximately six inches high by nine inches wide. Though Joel lives in Prescott these days, he grew up in Wyoming where he developed a profound appreciation for the wild bison that call the area home.

Joel’s son, sculptor Erik Petersen, also a Prescott resident, won’t be unveiling any new works this summer, but art lovers will still be able to enjoy his perennially popular Ain’t No Mountain High Enough – now available in two sizes – depicting intrepid ladybugs scaling a stack of rocks. Spot, which features a spotted owl, and The Perfect Pair, showcasing ladybugs on the stem of a piece of fruit (and almost sold out!), will also be available.

Award-winning bronze wildlife sculptor and gallery owner Ken Rowe recently decided it was time to get back in the action – literally and figuratively. At the show, he will unveil a precast piece titled Alpha. “In my mind’s eye, I could see a large wolf, racing through the trees,” says Ken. “The story I want to convey is one of strength, speed, and leadership as a wolf guides his or her pack with a confident, powerful stride. I don’t know if I can pull this off, but I’ll let viewers be the judge. They can come see for themselves on August 5.”

There are plenty of enticing reasons to visit Rowe Fine Art Gallery in August, including Jennifer Inge’s exquisite horsehair jewelry and Joshua Tobey’s impressionistic wildlife bronzes. (Mark your calendars: Joshua will be back in the gallery October 28-29 for his annual one-man show.) Bring your appetite for art!

Bring your appetite for beauty to Rowe Fine Art Gallery in July, when the gallery hosts A Feast for Your Eyes, part one of a two-part show. Beginning Friday, July 1, at 4 p.m., head for the iconic gallery under Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village's bell tower to partake in paintings by artists Julie T. Chapman, Dane Chinnock, Kim Diment, Jen Farnsworth, Lynn Heil, Gary Jenkins, John Rasberry and Amy Ringholz.

 The show spotlights these painters through July. It continues in August when the sculptors and jewelers will step into the limelight.

 Julie T. Chapman's latest mixed-media painting, Unknowable #2, which features an elegant, lithe cougar, will be part of this show. So will Kim Diment's new acrylic painting, That Coyote's After You, which features a roadrunner in midstride. The twinkle in his eye tells you everything you need to know about his state of mind.

John Rasberry has two new oil-on-linen-board paintings in the show, too. Desert Hues is a small study of Monument Valley. "On a clear day, even during the afternoon, Monument Valley's colors are rich, even in the shadows," says John. "Monument Valley continues to be one of my favorite places to paint. The most difficult part is deciding on a location."

 Art lovers will also spot A Touch of Light, John's painting of Sedona's Coffee Pot Rock as seen from the Airport Mesa Overlook. John says painting the iconic monolith, especially during the golden hour, is one of his joys as a painter.

Prescott-based landscape and cityscape artist Dane Chinnock has been especially prolific this summer, recently delivering six new paintings, many based on his recent travels. A 2021 trip through Bisbee, Arizona, inspired Erie St. At Old Douglas Rd. and Texas St. from Market. Northern Arizona residents might recognize Step by Step, which Dane based on an early summer dip in Fossil Creek. Further south in Tucson, Dane captured the downtown area in 7th at the Tracks. "This painting is from behind Borderlands Brewing Company, a favorite watering hole of mine," explains Dane. "Plus my grandfather was a train engineer. I love the image of this stretch of rails running into the sunset."

 Knave depicts the magenta flowers of a prickly pear cactus. Stepping out of Arizona, Dane painted Rue Jefferson at Rue des Cypress–Dat Dog after a trip to Lafayette, Louisiana. Dat Dog is the name of a local hot dog stand that has closed its doors. "The colors were so vibrant with the evening sun trickling through a cypress tree," says Dane. "I had to capture it."

The gallery will also be introducing art collectors to its newest painter, Gary Jenkins, of PBS fame. Gary and his wife, Kathwren, hosted Jenkins Art Studio on channels nationwide in the 1980s and '90s, teaching countless hobby painters how to create realistic, lush florals. Gary hosted another show in Europe in the early 2000s before retiring from television and moving to Sedona. Today, he's stretching his wings (pun intended) and painting birds against rich abstract backgrounds. "People see all kinds of different things in those backgrounds," Gary says with a chuckle. "I love hearing about that."

 Don't miss the Southwest landscapes of Lynn Heil and the colorful wildlife paintings of Jen Farnsworth and Amy Ringholz. No matter your taste, we promise you won't leave this show hungry.

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.

Perhaps it’s due to the pioneer spirit that seems to be woven into the fabric of the American West. Or maybe it’s because of the area’s rich legacy of indigenous artwork. Or we could even chalk it all up to Georgia O’Keeffe. But no matter the narrative, the Southwest has a rich legacy of inspiring and fostering female artists. In May, Rowe Fine Art Gallery proudly celebrates that heritage with its first show focusing solely on women in the arts. Femme Powered opens Friday, May 6, at 4 p.m. (just in time for Mother’s Day!), and continues throughout the month.

Participating artists include sculptors Shirley Eichten Albrecht and Kim Kori; painters Julie T. Chapman, Kim Diment, Jen Farnsworth and Amy Ringholz; and jeweler Jennifer Inge. We recently chatted with some of these artists about how being a woman has impacted their artwork.

“I am not sure if being a woman has impacted my art,” admits Eichten Albrecht. “I know as a woman, there were times that I had to prove I could compete in the business world, but I never felt that way about the art world. I was raised by a very strong-minded mother, and it has carried me throughout my life. When I was earning my degree, I actually took classes that were typically men’s courses – welding, automotive and woodworking – and enjoyed all that I did and learned. I was the only female in the classes. And that reminds me of a conversation I had with my mom where I told her that if she did not want me to be so independent, she shouldn’t have raised me that way.”

Eichten Albrecht’s newest mixed-media sculpture, Ancient Journey, will be part of the show. The sculpture features a canteen gourd, dyed rattan, red bone, terra-cotta beads, multicolored yarn and a show-stopping geode.

Bronze sculptor Kim Kori has had a bit of a different experience, partly, she says, because foundries have traditionally been male dominated. “I began sculpting in the early 1980s, and when I was treated as unimportant, I didn’t quit,” says Kori. “In 2004,  I took part in an American Women Artists show, and my sculpture received a Certificate of Recognition award. At first, I wasn’t sure why women needed to be separated from men. Shouldn’t all good artists be treated respectfully? But I stayed with American Women Artists and was invited to be a Master Signature member in 2014. I’ve learned from this organization, including the interesting fact that, in America, more than half of today’s working artists are women, but artwork created by women makes up less than five percent of the art in museums.”

During Femme Powered, Kori will reveal the precast version of Rapid Transit. If that name sounds familiar to you, you are undoubtedly a Kori collector. A smaller version of Rapid Transit was released in 2020. The sculpture features a frog catching a ride on the back of a snail’s shell. Kori is currently working on a larger version – approximately 24 inches wide by 18 inches tall by 11 inches deep – of the same sculpture. The new version will be suitable for display indoors or outside.

Painter Julie T. Chapman says she’s experienced bias when it comes to getting her work into shows, but she credits that with allowing her to experiment with her medium in ways male artists might not feel free to do.

“I think being a woman has had a profound influence on my work as an artist in the wildlife/western genre,” says Chapman. “I’ve wanted to be in some of the big prestigious shows, but they have (historically) tended toward a gender preference and traditional techniques and subject matter, meaning I had no chance of getting in. In some ways, this has freed me to be exploratory in my work, to follow where the muse leads. First I developed my voice in scratchboard, and then it led to my disrupted-realism paintings – and both oeuvres have been deeply satisfying to me. I’m incredibly gratified and humbled at the reaction the disrupted-realism pieces are receiving; I never expected to be in the situation of turning away gallery representation. I only wish that I were able to work faster!”

Jen Farnsworth echoes Chapman’s experience about the ability to experiment with technique and even color and medium. Farnsworth has recently branched out from oils to stretch herself by experimenting with mixed media; the new artwork will be on exhibit during the show.

“One of the great joys I have in making art is when I can be fearless and push the boundaries with color and composition as I try to capture the essence of my subject matter,” Farnsworth says. “Beyond oil, I am having a lot of fun lately experimenting with graphite, ink, alcohol and tea. Not only can I continue to use the bright, bold and expressive colors I love, but these materials themselves are so spontaneous, the art unfolds on its own.”

Kim Diment believes being a woman has helped her see her wildlife subjects in a different light. “I think, as a female, I see more of a personality in my animal subjects,” reflects Diment. “I see humans and animals both exhibiting emotions. Many people think animals are purely instinctual, but I believe animals, like people, have instincts as well as personalities not dictated by instincts. I think that belief shows in my work.”

Amy Ringholz says that being a woman and a mother have had an equal influence on her paintings, but she doesn’t necessarily dwell on it – nor does she want her viewers. “I love being a female artist,” she declares. “I sign my pieces ‘Ringholz’ mainly to make my father proud – or annoyed because he once told me I stole his signature [laughs]. But by choosing to not put my first name on the piece, it allows the viewer to first just love the work.

“Being a woman and a mother, I feel like I steer the artwork like I would a child,” she continues. “Creatively, I live to make art. I create and fight for and protect the work like I would a child. I look out for it, plan its future, guide it and keep it on track. The fulfillment I feel from being a female artist has made me who I am. The challenges that have come with making a living from it have built my character and that is what I use as an example for my actual children. Art making is the story of my life.”

Come see what these exemplary artists are creating throughout May.

It is all about our sculptors at Rowe Fine Art Gallery!

The most relevant art often reflects the time in which it was created, and Rowe Fine Art Gallery’s esteemed sculptors spent the winter producing–or, in one case, trying to produce–artwork that responds to the state of the world and their state of mind. Of course, art collectors also attest that their most cherished pieces can transport and make them think of brighter times. Rowe Fine Art Gallery invites everyone to 3D: Escape to a Different Dimension on Friday, April 1, from 4 to 7 p.m. where you’ll find art that invites you to reflect, art that gives you hope and art that makes you smile.

During the show, the latest work from sculptors Shirley Eichten Albrecht, Kim Kori, Alvin Marshall, Erik Petersen, Joel Petersen, Ken Rowe and Joshua Tobey will be on display. Look for recent pieces from jeweler and sculptor Liam Herbert and jeweler Jennifer Inge, too. The show runs through April.

Eichten Albrecht’s new mixed-media sculpture, a gourd woven with waxed linen, copper and yarn, is titled Time for Peace. She says her mind was on Ukraine and its people as she was weaving. The yellow wax linen seen in the middle of the sculpture references the Ukrainian flag, while she discovered that copper can be used to clear out negative energy and help bring balance. “I think those few rows of yellow give the piece a purpose,” says Eichten Albrecht, “and when I discovered the symbolism behind copper, everything fell into place.”

Along the same lines, jeweler and sculptor Liam Herbert believes his peace series, which he has been expanding for more than 20 years, has become even more relevant over the past few months. During the show, see Herbert’s Sculpture for Peace. The bronze depicts a robed figure holding a peace sign. The robe is adorned with the cross, the star of David and the crescent moon and star, representing Christianity, Judaism and Islam. The sculpture is also available as a sterling-silver pendant.

Sedona sculptor Kim Kori’s work has also been impacted by the times, though in a different way. Kori’s longtime foundry recently closed its doors, so she’s been left experimenting with out-of-state foundries for several months instead of creating new artwork. As luck would have it, though, one of her most popular pieces, Oblivious, will finally be back in the gallery in time for the April show, thanks to her diligent sourcing. The sculpture features the greater roadrunner, a bird native to the Southwest. This particular roadrunner sunbathes from his perch atop a prickly pear cactus. In his sleepy state, he’s “oblivious” to the reptilian snack lurking below him.

Alvin Marshall, a master of stone sculpture, debuts two alabaster pieces in April that call on the teachings of indigenous people. The first, Carrier of the Sun, references the Navajo Eagle Way ceremony. “The Eagle Way is a prayer that is made to our Father,” says Marshall. “In the Navajo way, the earth is the Mother, and the sky and heavens above are the Father. Energy brought down from the sun causes all life to grow on the earth. The intent, in spirit, of the ceremony is to bring down the sun to help things to grow on earth. This sculpture is a reflection of the prayer. In the stone, the eagle represents the artist: there’s a face in the eye of the eagle, and the eagle is flying the artist up to the sun. The eagle’s claw, transforming, is the artist’s hand.”

Marshall’s second sculpture, Kissing the Breeze, depicts a young girl welcoming the cool morning breeze. She has been taught the tradition by her mother. Marshall’s granddaughter served as model and inspiration for the piece. “What bliss to feel the cool breeze and welcome a new day,” says Marshall.

Just in time for the show, Joel Petersen’s newest bronze, Stuck, has returned from the foundry, and it’s one of those pieces that bring light to dark days. Everyone will be able to relate to the grizzly cub in the sculpture who finds himself in a very sticky situation after trying to indulge in a treat. “I just wanted to sculpt something fun,” says Petersen.

And finally, Ken Rowe reminds us there’s beauty to be found everywhere, every day. Collectors will have the opportunity to see a precast version of Sugar Buzz at the April show. (Psst: It makes for the perfect Mother’s Day gift.) “I am thoroughly enjoying shifting my focus from a macho grizzly bear to a tiny, delicate hummingbird,” says Rowe. “Sugar Buzz features an Anna’s hummingbird seeking nectar from a wild rose. For whatever reason, this has put me in the mood to sculpt yet another piece – something humorous to brighten everyone’s spirits. Keep your eyes open for Male Call. As they say, the seed has been planted. Now it’s up to me to add water. Let’s see how the idea grows.”

See these sculptures and more when you escape to Rowe Fine Art Gallery this spring.

Take a deep breath: Spring is here!

Rowe Fine Art Gallery kicks off the season of rebirth with In Blossom, a show
highlighting fresh work from the gallery’s award-winning painters. In
Blossom begins on March 4 and runs through the end of the month. The show
features the latest wildlife and landscape artwork from Julie T. Chapman,
Dane Chinnock, Kim Diment, Jen Farnsworth, Lynn Heil, John Rasberry and Amy Ringholz.

When Julie T. Chapman’s newest acrylic, pastel, charcoal and oil on panel
recently arrived at the gallery, everyone gasped when they looked into the
eyes of the bobcat depicted in Don’t Blink #2. “Bobcats, while wary, can be
seen occasionally in the wild, especially in Arizona. I’ve recently been
fascinated by the gestures of an active young bobcat springing, leaping, and
flinging about,” says Julie. “This is another in that series; the title’s
admonition is left ambiguous for you, the viewer, to interpret.”

Wyoming-based artist Amy Ringholz is having a similar love affair – with the
red fox. Stop by the gallery in March to see A Rare Beauty, her newest
graphite-and-acrylic on panel. “The fox’s bold orange color palette, the
huge tail, the quick movement, the bright whites of its face and chest, are
all gorgeous qualities,” says Amy. “I tried to show the quick, fresh
movement of the fox against the contrasting white snow. This piece feels
really alive to me, which is always my goal.”

Amy will also debut In the Doghouse, her ink-and-oil on canvas. “The
expression of ‘being in the doghouse’ brings some light and humor to my work,” Amy says. “In my oils, I find lots of abstract ‘mini paintings’
within, which add to the longevity of interest in the image. The color
palette moves your eye around the painting.”

Speaking of color, Jen Farnsworth’s latest rainbow-hued painting, Hey Ma!, will make everyone smile. The subject matter? Sedona’s unofficial mascot: the javelina. “Love ‘em or love to complain about them, the comical family-oriented peccaries are everywhere,” laughs Jen. “Although babies arearound all year, in the spring there seems to be more of them – all talking up a storm! I had to capture the familiar scene of a baby javelina telling
stories to mom.”

Dane Chinnock, Lynn Heil and John Rasberry will also have works in this
show. Dane recently unveiled Idiosyncrasy (oil with palette knife on board),
a starkly beautiful scene of Red Rock Crossing in the winter, while Lynn’s
Land of Spires oil on linen board will make you feel like you’re on a trail
in Sedona’s backcountry. If the drama of Monument Valley holds a special
place in your heart, don’t miss John’s oil-on-linen-board Where Stones Meet
the Sky.

See all of these paintings and more in March at Rowe Fine Art Gallery.

It goes without saying that it’s all about love in February, but the owners of Rowe Fine Art Gallery take it one step further by also dedicating the month to appreciation, both to their clients and artists. “We love our artists, and we are so grateful that they feel such a connection with the people who are purchasing their art and appreciating their talent,” says Monica Rowe. “Last year was a wonderful year for our gallery and our artists, which just validates their efforts and the passion they put into their work.”

On Friday, February 4, from 4 to 7 p.m., Rowe Fine Art Gallery shows its appreciation to its clients and artists during Lovefest. 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 that evening – and all month – for a special sweet treat. 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 2022.

“I think we’ve been so fortunate to have the nicest clients,” continues Monica. “Our artists’ work winds up in incredible homes and businesses – Ken and I have had the opportunity to see that firsthand. Over the past 12 years that we’ve been in business, we’ve seen people moved to tears when they see the artwork in our gallery. What an amazing power, for our artists, to elicit that reaction. And how honored are we to be stewards of these masterpieces.”

If you’ve never made a purchase from Rowe Fine Art Gallery, with Valentine’s Day right around the corner, now is the time to acquaint yourself with the art destination and discover the perfect gift. The gallery offers jewelry by artists Liam Herbert and Jennifer Inge, while Ken and Monica like to think of their ever-changing selection of paintings and sculptures as jewelry for your home. Represented painters include Julie T. Chapman, Dane Chinnock, Kim Diment, Jen Farnsworth, Lynn Heil, John Rasberry and Amy Ringholz. Enjoy sculptures from Shirley Eichten Albrecht, Kim Kori, Alvin Marshall, Erik Petersen, Joel Petersen, Ken Rowe, Jason Scull and Joshua Tobey.

 It’s one big lovefest at Rowe Gallery in February. Come join in!

Hope, renewed intentions, the anticipation of new adventures and the desire to refresh your surroundings fills the start of a new year. Are you ready for 2022? Rowe Fine Art Gallery is! On January 7 from 4 to 7 p.m., the gallery presents New Art…A Great Start!, a special show to usher in the new year. 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. Stop by the gallery for fresh new works from its esteemed painters, sculptors and jewelers.

Sedona sweetheart Jen Farnsworth recently released In the Cathedral, an oil on canvas featuring Red Rock Country’s iconic Cathedral Rock. While Jen is known for her colorful wildlife portraits, she also likes to capture northern Arizona’s geological splendor.

 “My greatest hope is that, through color, emotion and a bit of the unexpected, my art will connect with people,” says Jen. “With my wildlife paintings, that connection starts with the subject’s eyes, which tell their story. For my landscapes, it’s the color-filled expression of the extraordinary essence of Sedona, an essence that’s beyond words and can only truly be experienced. With this painting, I tried to capture the sense of reverence you feel when you step inside a cathedral. That same reverence is also experienced when standing before the majesty of our red rocks.”

 Speaking of red, Montana-based painter Julie T. Chapman continues her fascinating foray into mixed media with Red Alert, which depicts a very focused fox. You can see the work in person at the January show. Says Julie, “For Red Alert, I was watching this particular wild fox hunting in a remote campground in Wyoming, and he would pause ‘on point’ while trying to locate prey. The incised lines could be interpreted multiple ways – as fur texture or sound waves from small creatures ­– and the yellow around his face highlights his intensity in the hunt.

 “Sometimes I hesitate to say too much about my own thoughts and motivations in the painting because viewers often have their own interpretations – some quite different than what I was thinking – and I’d rather let folks create their own stories about a piece. Art is not only what the artist intended, but also what the viewer brings to it. My mixed-media work, in particular, seems to invite people to see all kinds of things I didn’t explicitly put in, and to interpret them in ways that always surprise me.”

 Bring your imagination to Rowe Fine Art Gallery in January and refresh your home with new art.

It’s Good Form to Visit Rowe Fine Art Gallery in December

Many painters will tell you color and light play big roles in their artwork, but for sculptors and jewelers, it’s all about form. Rowe Fine Art Gallery celebrates all shapes and sizes in December with Good Form: Sculpture and Wearable Art. The show opens Friday, December 3, at 4 p.m., and continues through the month, giving you ample time to finish – or start! – your holiday shopping.

What can art lovers expect to discover in December? The latest pendant in always-popular jeweler Liam Herbert’s Peace collection features a figure holding a peace symbol with the word “love” carved into its gown. A sketch he submitted to the City of Sedona as a potential sculpture for one of the town’s roundabouts sparked the idea for the pendant, which Liam calls Love Pendant for World Peace.

“The new pendant emphasizes unconditional peace and love on Earth,” says Liam. “We truly need unconditional peace and love in the world, now more than ever. My recent wearable sculpture, holding the peace symbol, represents all of us on this planet.”

Prescott sculptor Joel Petersen will debut Coop, which might just be the gallery’s first-ever rooster sculpture. The petite bronze is only six inches tall and five inches wide, and it comes on either a metal or wood base or without a base at all. Joel says he’s raised chickens for many years. His grandchildren frequently enter them into the county fair, which is what inspired Coop. “And I always have fresh eggs,” he says with a smile.

Sedona’s very own Basket Lady, Shirley Eichten Albrecht, also has a few surprises up her sleeve. She will unveil Timeless, a sculpted canteen gourd with a magnificent geode at its center. The top of the piece is woven with dyed rattan reed and copper with accents of copper jingles, beads and yarn. An as-yet-titled piece will also be revealed at the show. Shirley offered a sneak peek of that work in progress a few weeks ago. Picture a spider web of woven colors, and you can imagine the excitement around this sculpture.

Bronze sculptors Ken Rowe and Joshua Tobey have also recently introduced new works that will be on display during this show.

Ken and Monica Rowe and the entire Rowe Fine Art Gallery family of associates and artists wish everyone a happy and healthy holiday season. The gallery looks forward to celebrating the season with its collectors and artists during Good Form: Sculpture and Wearable Art.

Itty, Bitty…and Oh, So Pretty! Small Art Takes Center Stage in November             

Good things come in small packages – even art. Whether your collection is bursting at the seams and space is limited, you’re just dipping your toes into the realm of art, or you’re shopping for holiday gifts, Rowe Fine Art Gallery’s November small-works show, Itty, Bitty…and Oh, So Pretty!, is your one-stop shop. The show opens Friday, November 5, at 4 p.m. and continues through the entire month.

Itty, Bitty…and Oh, So Pretty! features tabletop-size sculptures and paintings measuring no more than nine inches by twelve inches. There will be plenty of jewelry available, too. And fitting for a show focused on small art, bronze wildlife sculptor and gallery owner Ken Rowe will officially unveil Desert Blossom, his bronze pygmy owl perched on a sotol stem. The life-size sculpture measures a mere 6.5 inches from the tip of its tail to the top of its head.

Ken, who usually sculpts from real-life models, created Desert Blossom based on photos as well as measurements from and conversations with a biologist because the tiny owls are so scarce, even in their native Southwest and even in captivity.

“I’ve always wanted to sculpt one, but I had no idea they were so rare,” says Ken. “They are such beautiful little creatures, and, according to the biologist, ounce for ounce, they are some of the meanest birds in the world. I suppose when you’re that small, you have to be a bit of a tough guy.”

Napoleon complex aside, art collectors have fallen hard for Desert Blossom because its size makes it so easy to display. Discover other small (and giftable) works at Rowe Fine Art Gallery in November.

Looking for that special work for art that is not Itty Bitty but Big, Bold and Beautiful? Here are just a few of the brand new artworks that have just arrived in the gallery!