Art Galleries Photography Shack Guide
Art Galleries In Sedona
By Sylvia Adolvana
Most people could take just about every last thing
they think they know about art galleries, exhibitions
of art, art history, western and Native American artistry,
and set it aside when they travel to the interesting
and picturesque area of Sedona.
Sedona lies in the heart of the red rocks area of northern
Arizona, just south of the Grand Canyon, and it is a
destination that is filled with all types of art gallery
exhibits that are unique, eclectic, and different from
what most people expect from this resort town.
Dozens Of Art Galleries In One Location
In the galleries of Sedona, you will find amazing works
of art from local arts, artisans, and master craftsmen
who specialize in every genre and style. There are works
ranging from contemporary art and modern art, to abstract
works, to southwestern, western and traditional styles.
You can spend an afternoon ambling through just a handful
of the dozens of galleries that are in and around Sedona
and you will constantly be amazed and surprised by the
depth, quality, boldness and eclecticism of the works
that you encounter.
Chance To Meet Some Of The Artists
An extra, added bonus that many people appreciate because
of its rarity is that there is a very good chance that
you will have the opportunity to meet and talk with
the artists themselves.
In addition, the owners of the art galleries in Sedona
tend to be passionate and enthusiastic in their promotion
of the arts and artists, and are often eager to talk
about their interests.
Captivating Art And Interesting People
The interesting thing about the galleries in Sedona,
is that they provide an experience for even those visitors
who typically don’t have a burning interest in
art museums and art exhibitions, yet are somehow able
to captivate them with either the art itself, or the
interesting people who bring the art and the galleries
to life with their own passion and excitement.
For those who have a particular interest and love of
native American art, these local galleries feature wonderful
selections of fanciful Hopi Kachina dolls, vibrant hand-woven
rugs and turquoise jewelry of the Navajo tradition,
as well as beautiful pottery from various tribal cultures.
Authentic Native American Art And Crafts
The amazing variety of quality, authentic native American
crafts and works of art that are available in Sedona
makes it easy for anyone who appreciates its unique
beauty and deep tradition to take something home to
enjoy, whether they are a casual tourist or a serious
collector.
The spectacular beauty of the red rocks of Sedona and
the unique landscapes and colors of the southwest have
also served as a potent inspiration and continues to
inspire the more recent arrivals to the area.
Artists Draw Inspiration From The Local Landscape
To Create Art
Artists of all disciplines arrive at the sun washed
desert and take in the glowing red rock canyons, and
find themselves moved to create works of artistry they
had never before imagined.
Also, the owners of the Sedona galleries exude an independent
spirit and their gallery exhibitions create a vibrant,
populist scene that features work from local "up-and-comers,"
right along side the works of prominent artists who
enjoy national recognition.
Handmade Furniture And Textiles
As if all of the fine artwork and exquisite jewelry
were not enough, there are a number of art galleries
that have branched out a bit to include other examples
of fine craftsmanship, such as hand-made furniture and
handmade textiles.
Sedona remains large unaffected by its reputation as
a world-class art gallery scene and people often comment
about how welcomed they were made to feel as they wandered
and browsed through the many galleries and shops.
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