occasions! by design

Come and join us tomorrow evening for the Small Works ArtWalk, December, 1, 7-9 pm. Our collection of Small Works will feature new work under 12″, by many of our gallery artists, including, Nance McManus, Patricia Forbes, Heike Strobel, Diane Orchard, Arthur Secunda, Carole Pryharska, Robert Livsey Wells, J.D. Wellborn, Alice Webb, Jorge Fernandez, Geraldine Brussel, Bill Anthony, Vicki Bolen, Jenny Cocq, Suzanne Donazetti, Cynthia McCrory, Fred G. Yost and Charles Schweigert.

So stop by and enjoy the festivities and the wonderful art!

Arthur Secunda, 'Uppsala Winter', Silkscreen, $150

Nance McManus, 'Fractured Glass 6', Pastel, $140

Jenny Cocq, 'Tree Scene with Bridge', $160

Fred G. Yost, 'Boxes', Bronze and Walnut, $750

Robert Livsey Wells, 'Cadenza', 10 x 10, $450

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We are thrilled for Nance McManus, awarded 2nd place in the category, Works on Paper by the European Confederation of Art Critics at the Biennale of Chianciano, 2011. Considered, “The Second most important curated Biennale after Venice”–AIAA, this is such a grand accomplishment.

We couldn’t be more pleased that we are supporting Nance and her work at Occasions!

We currently have multiple pastel pieces, and are expecting more, as she is one of the artists participating in our Small Works Show, December 1.

For more on Nance or our upcoming shows call us at, (480) 423-0506 or (800) 482-2532, or visit the event section on our website, www.occasionsofscottsdale.com .

Nance McManus, 'Abstract Squared', 20 x 15", $1200

Nance McManus, 'Violets Heart', 18 x 14", $1295

Nance McManus, 'Stoccato', 16 x 20", $1280

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It’s that time at Occasions! again. Yep, we have new artwork and jewelry! After a bustling weekend of the usual, packing, unpacking and rearranging the entire gallery, to make room for our wonderful new work, we couldn’t be happier with the transformation.

Occasions! gallery owner, Dr. Bull brought with him work by, Yenny Cocq, Fred G. Yost, Marcia Sednek, Kim Mason, Diane Orchard, Chrysan Spreng, Deb Vetterman, Wayne Mikosz and Riha Rothberg. We also have work from two new women, artists Ronna Katz and jeweler from Kathy Hunter, as well as new work from Ray Maseman.

Stop in and see the wonderful new works or checkout our website, www.occasionsofscottsdale.com.

Ray Maseman, 'Reunion', Etching 17 x 21", $300Deb Vetterman, Ceramic House, $125

Kathy Hunter, Chartreuse Enamel Ring, $198

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With Fall quickly approaching, it is time to start prepping for the wonderful shows we have planned for the upcoming season. The season will kick off with the Western ArtWalk, on October 20, 2011, and a visit from pottery artist Rick Loewenkamp.

During the ArtWalk 7-9 pm, Rick will stop in for the evening, where he will discuss everything from his firing process to his use of ‘wax resist’. Rick’s inspiration lies in his interest of prehistoric cultures, everything from petroglyphs, animal fetishes, spirit figures and geometric designs inspires him and finds its way into the designs on his raku pots.

For anyone interested in pottery his visit is sure to be a treat! For more information on Rick Loewenkamp and his evening at Occasions! please call (480) 423-0506, 1(800)  482-2532 or visit our website, www.occasionsofscottsdale.com.

Rick Loewenkamp, Horsehair Raku w/ Bear Fetish, $350

Rick Loewenkamp, Primitive Nightscape Jar 11", $350

Rick Loewenkamp, Gold-leafing Ceramic Pot, $225

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We are literally about to pop at the seams with all of the wonderful new tabletop and gift items we received this week. The much anticipated Fig Leaf Tray from Michael Aram has arrived, featured below in Phoenix Home & Garden (which kindly recognized our little gallery), as well a few other fantastic tabletop items from the Michael Aram collection.

Our Jasper Conran for Wedgwood Collection, is continuing to grow. We are now carrying select pieces of the ‘Mosaic’ group–on hand we are carrying the salad plates, soup bowls, sugar bowl and creamer, but we can always order more of this collection!

You will also notice a wonderful aroma wafting through our store from the lovely new candles we have. These new scents made from soy, with 100 hours of burn time are in glass holders and packaged in boxes perfect for gift-giving!

All of our wonderful new items are perfect if you are looking for a gift or just looking for yourself, so stop in or visit our website, www.occasionsofscottsdale.com to see all of our new items.

Aquiesse, Soy Souvenir Collection Candle, $55

Wedgwood Jasper Conran, Creamer, $60

Wedgwood Jasper Conran, Sugar Bowl, $75

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At Occasions! we are proud to represent a fabulous group of jewelry artists, whose designs are not only considered wearable art, but are fashionable and unique. The fantastic collections are nothing short of exceptional–the timelessness and chicness of the jewelry collections are sure to spark conversation and have everyone asking, “where did you get that?

Tana Acton whose jewelry is inspired by dance, Laurette O’Neil who uses fossilized walrus tusk whose materials are inspired from her stay in Alaska, and Frederic Duclos who once designed for Tiffany’s, are a few of the exceptional designers we are thrilled to have on display in our gallery.

For some people buying artistry jewelry makes you think of beaded necklaces, high prices and jewelry that isn’t always in-style. Well let me put those myths to rest–what buying artistry jewelry does mean, is that you not only will have a unique piece, but you don’t have to pay a fortune for something that will last you a life-time.

So if you are truly looking or longing for a unique piece of jewelry, stop in and see for yourself, or checkout out our website, www.occasionsofscottsdale.com for our latest designs and collections.

Frederic Duclos, Sterling Silver Cuff, $149

Tana Acton, Turquoise Ring, $156

Tana Acton, Pearl Plaited Cuff, $338

Laurette O'Neil, Coral Drop Earrings, $90

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If you haven’t already perused the pages of October’s Phoenix Home and Garden, make sure to pick up a copy. This month, Occasions! is featured in Design Directions (page 24) for our Micheal Aram Fig Leaf Grilling Platter set. Priced at $225, this signature Aram piece is gorgeous for any home, and makes a for a wonderful gift.

For more information on our Michael Aram products and availability, please call the gallery at (480)423-0506 or (800) 482-2532, or reach us by email at service@occasionsofscottsdale.com.

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This has been a busy week of unpacking, hanging and re-hanging at Occasions! With a complete overhaul of the gallery, we have definitely begun to get ready for Fall. We have decked our walls with our newest collection of paintings, fused glass sculptures  and mixed metal vases from our wonderful New Mexico artists.

With our gallery walls hoisting up as much as possible, we have new paintings from Alice Webb and Dianna Shomaker, fused glass from Lisa Chernoff, fabulous blue ceramic fruit bowls from Chrysan Spreng, and lastly a variety of new mixed metal flower vases from Marcia Sednek and Guy Hanna.

So even though the temperatures are still hot, you can come cool-off and celebrate Fall at Occasions! If you can’t make it in to see us, be sure that you view all of the new artwork on our website, www.occasionsofscottsdale.com.

Alice Webb, 'Inside the Bell Jar', $800, 17 x 17"

Dianna Shomaker, 'The Warming of Sunshine', $800, 35 x 33"

Lisa Chernoff, 'Radiant' Bowl, $650, 21"

Chrysan Spreng, Fruit Bowl, $75

Marcia Sednek and Guy Hanna, Mixed Metal Flowers and Vase, $115

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