exhibits - current and past
Painted Treasures from the Decorative Arts Collection
2007 marks the Silver Anniversary of the founding of the Decorative Arts Collection. To celebrate this momentous milestone, we proudly present Painted Treasures from the Decorative Arts Collection. This is a celebration of the best of the DAC. 15 new works were created specifically for this exhibition.
In addition to the new works, many treasures that havent been seen in a while are brought back for another look. It is great to see the incredible diversity of the art from. The historic pieces, contemporary masterpices and perennial favorites combine to make this exhibition a delight to see
A Sentimental Collection of Roses
Making its debut at the SDP Phoenix Conference, May 24-29, 2004, this outstanding collection of painted roses is composed of artwork from well-known contemporary decorative artists as well as many of those who have made great contributions to our art form but are no longer with us. The dazzling array of paintings in various mediums and on a variety of functional and nonfunctional surfaces showcases decorative artists and their most beloved subject matter.
See some of these beautiful pieces....
Fathers of American Decorative Painting
Peter Hunt - Per Lysne - Peter Ompir
The subject of the first exhibition is an exciting one. The three artists who are featured in the exhibition had a tremendous effect on decorative painting in the United States. They are, in large, responsible for decorative painting becoming such a force in so many lives. The three artists featured in the exhibition were all remarkable artists who generally began their careers during the Great Depression. It is remarkable to note that in such dire times, great artistic expression was developed. Each artist has influenced those around them to paint and create. The work of these three men influenced America to begin painting and inspired them with the confidence that they could paint and create beautiful objects for their homes. All three men painted on functional or useful surfaces, a hallmark of modern American decorative painting.
