Phoenix, AZ - (6/07/09): Gifted artists and members of The Arizona Consortium for the Arts will be displaying their work at the Mercado Galleria in downtown Phoenix for all to observe throughout July and August. The ASU Mercado Galleria will host the group presentation, offering a taste of what the valley's growing assembly of devoted artists has to offer. "Creations - 09" showcases creative minds like, Nancy Troupe, Mark Faraday, Diane Brand, Elena Eros, Mary Guy and Marjory Boyer, as well as other locals committed to the future of Arizona art. Gallery hours are 8am-6pm Mon-Friday. Call for extended weekend hours - (602) 496 - 1500.

Meet the Artists - If you've ever wondered where an artist's ideas come from, you can mingle with the painters, photographers, quilters and more while browsing their work on Friday August 7th.

The Arizona Consortium for the Arts

The Consortium's troop of creative visionaries understands the necessity for nurturing artistic minds, especially in one of America's fastest growing and diverse areas. The Non-Profit Organization's agenda is raising a multicultural arts center, where writers, musicians, dancers, artists and actors of all ages can become inspired to hone their skills, and belong to a supportive community.

ASU Mercado Galleria
502 E. Monroe St.
(inside Mercado Building C)
Phoenix, AZ 85004
602-496-1500