 October 5, 2010 - Join artists at the Park Place Mall for a free, two-day festival exhibiting the finest artworks of pastels, oil, watercolor, sculpture, mixed media, photography and much more, presented by the Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance (SAACA) in partnership with General Growth Properties.
World-renowned stores meet local art displays at Tucson's favorite shopping destination-the Park Place Mall, 5870 E. Broadway Blvd., host of the Park Place Arts and Crafts Festival.
The one-of-a-kind, outdoor festival features more than 100 artisans, selling their unique pieces the weekend of Oct. 23 and 24, Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 pm. and Sunday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The festival will take place in the East special event parking lot between Dillards and LA Fitness, allowing for ample parking for festival attendees at Southern Arizona's largest shopping center.
At the Park Place Mall, experience the southwestern hospitality of Tucson's favorite shopping destination! Shop an incredible selection of stores like Coach, Buckle, Hollister, Chico's, Forever XXI, and Abercrombie & Fitch. Enjoy a variety of dining options at the Bamboo Club Asian Bistro, Chipotle, Charley's Grilled Subs, or Coldstone Creamery. Spend some quality time with your family in our Tucson Medical Center Children's Play Area or at our Century 20 Theatres! Read more at www.parkplacemall.com
Artist exhibitor space is still available. Download the applications and details at www.parkplacefestival.org
Artists
Maxine Gray re-creates from nature using her collection of preserved leaves, each with their own meaning, and sustaining their delicate vein-design structures using copper. Her techniques produce shimmering colors without the use of stains, dyes or paints.
Donna Pack of Bella Fiore will set up an array of silk floral and cacti designs. Her Southwestern-inspired arrangements compliment interior motifs in many Tucson homes and have become popular for their maintenance-free qualities.
Other artists include Joe Bugcewicz with his stunning photography, Ron Pearo displaying impressive metal works, Elsie Cooper of Coyote Country selling fine jewelry, as well as Tracy Moreno of ShimmerMe and Mary Yungert of Pickled Pig Jewelry Designs.
Support the arts and experience great food and plenty of fun and games for the kids. Balloon twisters, face painters and clowns will delight the kids attending, and kosher hot dogs with a variety of delicious toppings, kettle corn and fresh lemonade will all be served-up for the taste buds.
Spend some quality time with your family in our Tucson Medical Center Children's Play Area or at our Century 20 Theatres.
Admission is free.
Park Place Arts & Crafts Festival
When: Saturday, Oct. 23, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, Oct. 24, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: East parking lot of Park Place Mall, 5870 E. Broadway Blvd.
Cost: Free admission
Details: Join artists at the Park Place Mall for a free two-day festival exhibiting the finest artworks of pastels, oil, watercolor, sculpture, mixed media, photography and much more, as well as live music and children's entertainment, presented by the Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance in partnership with General Growth Properties.
Online: www.parkplacefestival.org
Phone: (520) 797-3959
NOTE TO MEDIA: Photos available
About the Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance
The Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance (SAACA) is a not-for-profit organization that exists to ensure that, through engagement in arts and culture, our communities produce strong, inspired citizens. SAACA enlists artists, businesses, governments, and individuals to expand artistic and cultural opportunities in their respective communities. To enhance access to the arts and to promote cultural awareness in the communities it serves, SAACA presents large-scale festivals, events and other programs. The Alliance also promotes educational opportunities in the arts and culture for both the young and the old.
Organization History
The Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance (SAACA) grew out of the Greater Oro Valley Arts Council (GOVAC), an organization established in 1997 to provide artistic and cultural opportunities for residents of northwest Tucson. GOVAC eventually became one of the largest arts organizations in the region. In 2009, owing to its success, the group expanded its mission to include creation of partnerships with business, governments, and communities throughout Southern Arizona that would encourage innovative, creative cultural expression in the arts for years to come.
For more information about programs and events produced by the Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance, go to www.saaca.org.
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