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

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.

The party starts at 5 p.m. with Red Bench™ Gallery's August Artist, Mr. Babies, and concert by DJ Dexx.

This is the artist's debut show, and his first public appearance ever. Mr. Babies' "Psychedelic Analog Collage Art" will be on display with selected limited editions available for purchase in Building A, at the end of the hallway on the bottom floor.

DJ Dexx will be performing outside at the back of the buildings on the old tennis court. Join the dance party and enjoy the light-show till 10 p.m.

HOW TO GET HERE:  When driving up the mountain on 89A, the Jerome Art Center is the first set of buildings on the lefthand side of the road. There is a driveway between the first 2 buildings - take that and go around to the back parking lot. The DJ will be performing outside to the right of the parking lot. Nearest building is: 887 Hampshire Avenue, Jerome AZ 86331. Parking is limited, car-pooling is suggested. You can also take advantage of the free shuttle service and park at the top parking lot behind the fire station (see map below.)

Various work studios are now available for immediate lease. Visit our website and call John Westcott at 928.821.2692, to schedule a day and time to see them. Check back again in September as more studios become available. Click here for more information.

Born & raised in Oklahoma, Matt has had his hands in creating art his entire life. He has spent more than fifteen years now honing his personal style, experimenting with a variety of techniques, mediums & subject matters. A self-taught artist, Matt has had over thirty studios throughout CO, NM, OR, OK, WA & AZ.

Fluctuating between the subject matters of equine, southwestern, floral, abstract & modern. Matt is primarily a painter, intuitively composing works of art to capture emotion, reflect energy & blend the worlds of tradition imagery with contemporary abstract.

Matt Josef’s life mission in three simple words; create, travel, impact.

To create anything &everything that comes from within, without limitations of size, space or funding. That has been the dream since childhood.

Experience through travel & adventure, fuel the inspirer behind the art. To get the art on the walls of homes, businesses, galleries & museums in every major art market & country in the world.
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The heart behind the art is to impact lives & make a difference locally & globally. To partner with organizations in everything from clean water projects, equine therapy, horse rescue, orphanages, art education, etc.. Matt is also working towards creating a unique foundation that will become a horse & art ranch in the mountains. To provide facilities, tools & resources to make dreams into realities for countless indigos.

The Jerome First Saturday Art Walk is on July 7th, from 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. 
Stop by and meet our artists, enjoy live music and wine, and support local art. Afterward, take the FREE shuttle from our parking lot to uptown Jerome. Make us your first stop Saturday night!

sWe are proud to announce the addition of our latest artist at the Jerome Art Center:  Matt Josef, Karon Leigh Art and Gregory Stocks. Join us this evening for the Jerome First Saturday Art Walk form 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Meet our artists, enjoy live music and a complimentary glass of wine and a bowl of soup at Red Bench Gallery, and support local art. 

FREE shuttle service tonight from the parking lot of the Jerome Art Center.