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Carole Pryharska’s work depicts a fantasy world of enchantment. While her new series “Morning Glory” is an accurate painting of a morning glory flower, the technique and composition suggest a magical land where the flowers are bigger than life and the images are painted with an airy touch.  It is as though the artist is allowing the viewer to take a peek at her magical garden.

Carole Pryharska employs a creative process using conte crayons and pastel on paper to achieve the special lightness in her work. The diptych below entitled Morning Glory may be purchased individually or as a diptych.

Enjoy her new series only at Occasions! by design now located in the heart of the Scottsdale Arts District. Open 7 days a week, feel free to contact us anytime at 480-423-0506 or 800-482-2532, We are happy to receive e-mails at service@occasionsofscottsdale.com.

"Morning Glory I" by Carole Pryharska 19.5 x 26.5 Pastel and Conte "Morning Glory II" by Carole Pryharska 19.5 x 26.5 Pastel and Conte

"Morning Glory II" by Carole Pryharska 19.5 x 26.5 Pastel and Conte

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 Occasions! by design is delighted to welcome Southwest Master Printmaker Scott Swezy to our gallery, on Thursday November 18^th through Sunday, for his Weekend Exhibition Opening. His new abstract monotype collection will be on display.

 Join us for a “meet the artist reception” Thursday evening from 6-9pm where Scott will be demonstrating his new painting technique using venetian plaster and found objects. Come watch while he creates one of these new and exciting works of art.

 The Southwest landscape has been his muse inspiring his new abstract monotype collection. After 16 years of drawing and painting dramatic Southwest landscape scenery – Scott transformed his artistic vision to one of brilliant building blocks of color and form. The new abstract painting and monotypes, built upon the foundation of landscape are now free to go wherever Scott’s imagination takes him.

Scott Swezy's new work with venetian plaster & found objects

 Many art collectors of different styles and genres are attracted to Scott’s recent works because they appeal to their traditional tastes with rich correct hues and brilliant compositions working perfectly with any décor and style.

 This show will be truly spectacular and one to not miss!

For more information contact us at 480-423-0506, 800-482-2532 or by e-mail service@occasionsofscottsdale.com.  Our art is always available on our website www.occasionsofscottsdale.com.

Scott Swezy's new work with venetian plaster & found objects

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"Volcano" by Arthur Secunda Silkscreen 43" x 75"

"Uprising" by Arthur Secunda Etching 12" x 18"

From expressionistic paintings, vibrant landscape serigraphs, to a depiction of the 1960′s Los Angeles riot and his new collection of biblical inspired monotypes, Arthur Secunda is an artist to be admired and collected. His work is incredibly diverse in it’s mediums as well as it’s subject Matter. No topic is too obscure and no subject is off limits. Secunda’s work will invoke your senses, inspire your imagination and move you.

"Peace Brother" by Arthur Secunda Mixed Media Aquatint 21.75" x 25.5"

Arthur’s work has been acquired by over 100 public institutions worldwide including several well known Universities and the Museum of Modern Art in New York, Sweden and Japan. He has been a writer, teacher, and critic of the arts, and in addition to great painting acumen, he is internationally recognized for his talented creative genius behind the art of printmaking.

We are honored to be showcasing more than four decades of Arthur Secunda’s classic and iconic works.

Come and enjoy his work at our gallery now on Main Street in the heart of the Scottsdale Arts Distrcit. – Occasions! by design

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Avoid boring and cookie-cutter table settings by mixing dinnerware patterns, colors and style.  Fine china isn’t just for fancy dinner parties or special guests any more; fine china and your best porcelain are some of the most durable types of dishware on the market. Spruce up your daily everyday dinners by mixing fine china with your everyday dishes to create bold and unique table settings.

If you already own a collection of fine china or everyday dinnerware and are looking to update your look with out breaking the bank, consider adding dessert plates. Rosanna has salad/dessert plates in a wide variety of colors with beautiful motifs in unique shapes. When paired with the simple elegance of a solid color Vietri plates of the sophistication of a Versace patterned plates transforms an ordinary table setting to an extraordinary table display.

Mixing plate shapes adds an element of interest to your table setting. 

Add a little spice to your dining, visit the well stocked tabletop section at occasions! by design located on Main St. in the heart of the Scottsdale Arts District. Creating the one-of-a-kind look you want takes a bit of effort and trial and error to get the combination just right. Come into occasions! and let our  knowledgable associates help you find your perfect mix of dinnerware for any occasion.

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Captivating, raw, eye catching stones, in elaborate sterling silver and gold settings, Lilly Barrack’s jewelry is artistic in form combining geometric shapes. Her extensive travel and art background resulted in cross-cultural influences with Africa playing a major role.

Lilly Barrack Herkimer and 24k Gold Ring

Herkimer diamonds, luscious green peridots, lavender amethysts and perfect pearls, find them at occasions! by design.

Lilly Barrack_Citrine, Herkimer Diamond and Sterling Silver Earrings

Lilly Barrack Herkimer Diamond, 14K Gold, Sterling Silver Earrings

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Adding a little punch of color to your existing dinnerware can add sophistication and fun to the table. Iittala’s new glassware line from Finland will do just that. These tumblers are sleek, sophisticated and fun. They will liven any table. And for just $20 a set you can change your dining and entertaining experience this summer!

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Iittala's Aino Aalto Tumblers 7 oz.

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Peacock Spiral by Carol Estes - Acrylic on Canvas

Movement, depth and intensity mark popular Southwest artist, Carol Estes’s, modern paintings. Each of her pieces has a beautiful story told with vivid colors, textures and weight. They are all one-of-a-kind. They are thought-provoking and dynamic. Her collection is being showcased at occasions! by design located on  Main ST., in the heart of Scottsdale Arts District.

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Having china requires the responsibility to care for it. Earthenware and stoneware are dishwasher safe and you may stack them without worry. However, china requires a bit more consideration. The following are some tips for caring and maintaining your treasured pieces.

Waterford Crossroads 5 pc place setting

1. Avoid stacking plates together as they may scratch. Dish stacking pads and rubber racks are available for safe storage or use a piece of cloth between each dish.

2. Rinse vinegar, lemon or salt leftovers at once from dishes that are decorated with gold or silver leaf. Wash china in warm water. Avoid scouring pads as they scratch intricate decorations.

3. Store china cups on hooks or side by side, avoid stacking.

4. Fine china, even with gold and platinum decorations, may be washed in the dishwasher – provided that a mild detergent is used.

5. Avoid using dish detergent with lemon scent – it has acidic elements which may be harmful not only to your china and crystal but other dishes as well.

The most important thing is to be aware of how you are storing, serving and cleaning your china. Guaranteed with a little effort and preventative care you will be able to serve and display your treasured china for many years.

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Edith Robertson Beads

Edith lives in Chicago IL and hand makes beautiful beads with the finest metals such as nickel, sterling silver and gold. She combines these metals by soldering making them into married metals. Her inspirations range from many sources like nature, sculpture, fabric, stones and found objects. She does not plan a piece but plays with the metal and stone until she arrives at what seems to be a satisfactory solution.

All of her pieces are hand made and one-of-a-kind. We showcase a large variety of her jewelry. Her sterling silver beads work well as a solitaire or joined with two or even five. These elegant necklaces make beautiful gifts for others or to add to your own art jewelry collection. We are now located on Main Street in the heart of the Scottsdale Arts District, open seven days a week.

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