Arizona Plein Air Painters at the mood room.

ARIZONA AROUND THE CLOCK
Plein Air Paintings of Arizona

Members of the Arizona Plein Air Painters show their best work from the last two years.

Registration is open for our Fall juried exhibition and sale. We are offering an exciting opportunity for artists to share their interpretations of all hours of the day and night across Arizona. Show off your painting repertoire with all types of locations, subject and light. We highly encourage some nocturnes!

Artists to be listed here after Oct 22nd, 2024.

Winners of Arizona Around the Clock to be listed here after November 9th, 2024.

Here is where we will upload a gallery of selected artworks.

Please take a moment to get to know our jurors and judge of awards and consider following them on social media to stay updated on their workshops, activities, and artistic journeys.

Jurors of Entry

We have assembled a panel of two jurors who will be responsible for making the final selection of artworks:

Christine Debrosky

Christine Debrosky, an American Impressionist, discovered her passion for art through early encouragement and immersion in New York's vibrant art scene. Her deep connection with nature led her to explore the interplay of light and landscape, particularly in the high desert of Arizona. With a career spanning diverse mediums, including pastel and oil, Christine's artwork has received acclaim worldwide, earning her prestigious accolades and invitations to share her expertise at international events. Residing near Sedona, Arizona, she continues to draw inspiration from the breathtaking surroundings, enriching her artistic journey and sharing her wealth of experience through extensive teaching and workshops.

• Website: ChristineDebrosky.com

• Instagram: @ChristineDebroskyFineArt

Gabor Svagric

Gábor Svagrik, born in Szeged, Hungary, emigrated to the U.S. and studied at the American Academy of Art in Chicago under Irving Shapiro. Influenced by masters like Daniel Garber and Edgar Payne, Svagrik now resides in Arizona, where he focuses on painting and art education. As the founder of Tucson Art Academy Online and co-founder of Sojourn Fine Art, he has significantly impacted the art community. Svagrik also collaborates on Easel Insight, an online platform for art students. Guided by the philosophy that “one must learn the craft to create art,” he draws inspiration from nature’s enduring beauty, shaping his artistic journey and educational contributions.

• Website: SvagrikFineArt.com

• Instagram: @SvagrikArt

Judge of Awards

The awards for our Arizona Around the Clock exhibition will be determined by our esteemed judge:

Cindy Carrillo

Cindy Carrillo, a versatile artist specializing in oil, watercolor, gouache, and mixed media, has gained recognition for her work featured in Southwest galleries and publications like Southwest Art Magazine. With a wealth of awards from esteemed juried events and a background in fine arts from Arizona State University, she brings a rich artistic perspective as a Signature Member of Plein Air Painters of Colorado and Founding Member of Arizona Plein Air Painters. Cindy's approach to art emphasizes capturing the essence of landscapes through plein air painting, inviting viewers to share in her vivid memories and unique interpretations of nature's beauty.

• Website: CarrilloArts.com

• Instagram: @CCarrilloArt

EXTENDED Registration Deadline
October 16th, 2024, 12PM Midnight

Acceptance Notification
October 22nd, 2024 by email

Exhibition Dates
November 3rd to December 7th, 2024
mood room Hours: Thursday, Friday, Saturday Noon to 4 PM
The mood room is located on the WEST side of Park Central Access is easiest from Earll Dr. & 3rd Ave.

Opening Reception
Saturday, November 9th, 2024, 1-3:30PM

First Fridays
November 1st, 6-9PM

Deliver Artwork
Saturday, November 2nd, 2024 11AM to 1PM
*Drop-Off at the mood room
3121 N 3rd Ave STE 100, Phoenix, AZ 85013

Artwork Pickup
Saturday December 7th, 10AM to Noon
*Pick-Up at the mood room
3121 N 3rd Ave STE 100, Phoenix, AZ 85013

You must be a member to participate. Join here. Submit up to 4 paintings, a maximum of two paintings will be accepted.

By submitting artwork, the artist grants the event organizers the right to reproduce the artwork for promotional purposes related to the event, such as in promotional graphics on the APAP website and social media channels.

If your artwork is selected, you agree to deliver it to the specified locations within the designated timeframe and to collect any unsold artwork at the end of the event.

• Paintings must be 80% plein air created within the last 2 years, 2022-2024.

• Work may not have been exhibited in another APAP event.

• All artwork must be for sale.

• Size: Maximum 252 square inches unframed

• Media: Oil, Acrylic, Pastel, Gouache, Water Color

• Framing: All works selected must be suitably framed for gallery presentation. No sawtooth hangers, non glare glass where appropriate. Gallery wrap canvas must have painted edges.

Delivery: Full delivery instructions will be provided upon acceptance. We will endeavor to have a few key persons from far reaching parts of the State to receive and drive work to the Mood Room. There will be specific days and times provided later. Please remember this is all volunteer and we are all working hard to paint and manage busy lives. Shipping is allowed with designee to be determined.

NOTE: There will be no substitutions of an accepted work. Failure to deliver an accepted work (except a true emergency situation as determined by the board) will result in exclusion from entering the next event.

Liabilities & Responsibilities

APAP & the mood room will not be responsible for loss or damage of any artwork. By submitting artwork to this exhibition, each artist will be deemed to have concurred with this agreement.

A heartfelt thank you to our generous sponsors.