Art & Music at the Old Jerome High School
Jerome, AZ
 
We are open! 
 
Come join us on Saturday, June 5th, 2021, from 5 p.m. – 8 p.m., at the Old Jerome High School, for a special evening of art and music. Check out the list of exceptionally talented artists who are participating, and stop by their studios to support local art. 
 
Special Guests:  Live music by The Sir Mighty from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
 
Robin Anderson in Building C:  With over 45 years of expertise, Robin’s two floors worth of studio space includes paintings, sculptures, pressed-prints, in a wide variety of sizes and genres.
 
Christie Helm will be showing her paintings, light pieces, prints and drawings, which are portals imparting light, joy and healing to the viewer, as they spend time with each piece. She will be open with new work for sale, raffle drawing and wine tastings. You can find Christie in studio A-304.
 
Dave Meek is a professional artist and maker working in illustration, graphic design, models and miniatures. He also runs a YouTube channel with model building how-to's, and a monthly podcast featuring guests from the world of Disney Imagineering. His Jerome studio is home to the fabulous Thunder Mesa Mining Company model railroad. Look for Dave in studio A-201.
 
Scott Rispin, MFA from Edinboro University in PA, taught art classes at Penn State Erie for 12 years. Currently, he is teaching at Yavapai College and Embry-Riddle University in Prescott. Paintings are generally termed “Abstract Landscapes,” they drift between subtle and extreme abstractions, and feature aggressive texture and color. You can find Scott in studio C-204 (upstairs).
 
Dani Vorves, of Datura Yoga and Wellness Studio, will be offering chair massage and non-alcoholic beverages, herbal remedies, minerals and crystals for sale. You can find Dani in studio A-305.
 
Steven Schutz specializes in colored—pencil art, and is offering various sizes of prints, mixed-media paintings, framed and unframed. Look for Steven in studio A-203.
 
John and Lauri Maeder, of Desert Lace Studio, have discovered a way to remove the intricate and beautiful fiber from within the pads of the prickly pear cactus. Rolling the fiber against copper and sterling silver, they emboss the cactus pattern into the metal to make unique jewelry. The rolling process crushes the fiber, so no two pieces are alike. They also use the skin of the cactus along with the fiber and produce hats, furniture, wall art, sculpture, lighting, kaleidoscopes and more. Check out all they have to offer at their studio in Building C (main floor).
 
Contemporary artist, Beth Courtright Detwiler, has new work available at the Word is Art Studio. Stop in to see a large and colorful selection of her signature Little Birdies and Cracked Eggsin studio A-301.
 
Red Bench Photo Studio, featuring Kay Daniels Photography, where she will be photographing a model live. Kay is offering candid photos to those who would like their photos taken. The photo studio is set up in studio A-306.
 
Artist, Zushka Biros, will have her original paintings on display in Building A and/or outside. Check out her abstracts in acrylic, unframed and ready for sale.
 
The Old Jerome High School is located at 885 Hampshire Avenue, and includes buildings A and C, Jerome, AZ  86331. There’s plenty of free parking. See you on campus!
 

WE ARE OPEN!

Taking the necessary COVID-19 Precautions, we are open to the public with social-distancing of 6-feet from one another. Please check with our artists in advance to see if they are open before arriving at the Old Jerome High School. 

OUR FEATURED ARTIST OF THE MONTH:  JUNE 2020

Sir Steven Schutz, of Studio 203 Art Classroom. Welcome Steven during his Late for Class Art & Music Show on Saturday, June 6th, 2020, from 5 - 8:00 p.m. All of Steven's original artwork will be on sale throughout the night, and any day of the week. Enjoy a complimentary glass of wine, and live local music by The Sir Mighty, featuring Tim Young and Steven Schutz. Welcome, Sir Steven!

Christie is also new to the Old Jerome High School Art Center, but not new to the art scene. 

For the past decade Helm's paintings have dealt with rhythmic repetitions of vertical linear motifs. Coinciding with her moving to Brazil in 2012, Helm's work began to change decisively. A new, strict ordering emerged, along with a refined sense of color. Stripes of white and one or two colors seem to grow in expanding steps, only to be interrupted by wider bands and the initiation of a new sequence. There is an inherent musicality in these compositions, a sense of stricture and release, anticipation and fulfillment. This sense of ongoing possibility reached a culmination in Ode to Cadere.

Meet Christie during the Art Walk and check out her vibrant artwork. And don't forget to walk around campus to meet all of our artists.

Coffee lovers, don't miss this! Verde Forge Coffee Co. is booming. Come up to Jerome and meet the mastermind behind it all. While you're there, stick around for Movie Night in the studio. 

Verde Forge Coffee Co. is a small and humble specialty coffee company based in Jerome, AZ. Founded by seasoned coffee professional Dylan Jung, his goal is simply to provide “Good coffee for good people doing good things.”

Dylan has worked in cafes for the last 15 years, and served many regulars their coffees, lattes, espressos and teas. It has been a long-time dream of his to start his own business in the coffee industry. Once he encountered the craft of roasting coffee, he knew he couldn’t turn back. Verde Forge is the company he hopes will provide many a tasty cup of coffee to communities of people for a long time to come.

​‘Husband and wife artists, John & Lauri Maeder, have discovered a method of removing the fiber from within the pads of the iconic prickly-pear cactus in all of its intricate and beautiful detail. They roll the fiber against copper and sterling silver embossing the unique pattern into the surface of the metal. When the fiber is rolled, it is crushed and falls apart, ensuring that no two pieces of their jewelry are alike, each piece is unique. Using the fiber and the skin of the cactus, they also make hats, wall art panels, sculptures, lighting, furniture, kaleidoscopes, and more. They are the only artists in the world utilizing cactus in this manner.’

Plein air painter and sculptor, Larry Meagher creates one-of-a-kind pottery, fired in a fire-burning kiln. Stop by his studio and pick up a coffee mug, a set of plates, a large vase or vessel - each one is made by hand, no two are alike. Beautiful glazes make his pieces unique. Paintings adorn the studio walls, all of which were painted during Larry's outings in the Verde Valley, everything is for sale. 

One Night Only

Get your 30 seconds of fame in front of the video lens of Ashley I. 
myfriendashleyi is offering short 30-second videos in front of a Green Screen for $15, fully edited with the background of your choice. This is a fun way to start, or end, your evening with us during the Jerome First Saturday Art Walk. 

You can follow this creative videographer on Instragam:  myfriendashleyi
Website coming soon:  myfriendashleyi.com

It's an Open House at Red Bench Photo Studio!

The studio will be set up with lighting equipment, backdrops, the works. Photographers - take a trip up the mountain and see what we have to offer you. Our studio is available by the hour, half-day or full-day for your private photo sessions. Scenic Jerome in a historic building is the perfect backdrop for your unique shoots.

See what all the talk is about with our Red Bench Camera Club Membership. You will be able to signup on the spot and start receiving benefits immediately with discounts on our upcoming photo workshops, the Gold King Mine Ghost Town Shoot, studio rentals, photography classes, etc. 

redbenchphotostudio.com

With cooler temperatures and crisp mountain air, this small historic mining town has become appealing to those looking for the perfect place to tie the knot. Jerome, Arizona, is a wedding destination. 

With springtime in full bloom, it is the season for weddings in Jerome. But there are few venues that can hold large groups of people. The Jerome Art Center at the Old Jerome High School has taken this into consideration.

Welcome to The Courtyard. With panoramic views of the Verde Valley, lush lawns, rosebushes and shade trees, the garden provides a beautiful backdrop for your special day. The space can comfortably accommodate as many as 150 guests. 

The Courtyard presents a place for your unique style. From elegant to rustic, traditional to casual, our location can be transformed into anything your heart desires. Jerome is a charming city, unlike anywhere else.  

Enjoy your day in the comfort of The Courtyard, conveniently located close by to local reception venues. 

Contact us to view The Courtyard, and inquire about pricing. 

Click on the images below to go directly to the website. From there, you can view the images of each studio and contact the landlords to schedule an appointment to walk through. More information, such as square footage, rental rates, etc. is available by clicking on the images also.

Don't miss the 3-Year Anniversary Party at Red Bench Studios, Building A, upstairs in Studio 306, starting at 4 p.m., and ending at 7 p.m. This is a free event, with a complimentary glass of wine, snacks, and amazing music by Art Patience.