We are thrilled to be a part of Destiny’s book release tour. Destiny unveiled this book in Santa Fe a little over a month ago, with much critical acclaim. Now she will be our guest at the gallery April 21st, reading from her book and signing copies for attendees.

About the book, Shaping Destiny

Without giving too much away, Shaping Destiny is the story of how Destiny Allison came to be the renowned artist she is today.

It describes her trials and tribulations along the path of finding herself through her art. In her focused, cathartic moments of sculpting she would discover things about herself she had not known previously.

Shaping Destiny is also a story of perseverance. Never having been “formally” trained by an art institution, Destiny acquired all her sculpting knowledge through forceful exploration and pursuing experts in the field. Her success today provides proof for the methods and techniques she describes in the pages of this story.

This book is more than just a memoir. Every chapter also offers a concrete art lesson to educate the reader as well as entertain. This format allows the book to not only be an enthralling story, but also maintain its educational purposes.

About the April 21^st event at our gallery

Destiny will be in our Tubac gallery showroom at 4pm on Saturday, April 21^st. She will be reading excerpts from her book, followed by a discussion and Q&A. Her visit is a great opportunity for you to directly interface with an established artist and an up-and-coming author.

If you already have a copy of the book, bring it so you can get it signed!

After the discussion and signing, there will be a wine and cheese reception held at the gallery. The artist will be on hand to discuss the new sculpture we will have for sale.

About the artist

Destiny Allison has been working with bronze, stone, and steel for the past 18 years.

She is a native of Santa Fe, New Mexico.  As a young adult, Destiny lived and studied in Washington, D.C. and Boston, returning  to Santa Fe in 1998.

Destiny first fell in love with sculpting while playing with her son’s modeling clay during a moment of writer’s block and domestic frustration — an important moment described in Shaping Destiny.

For more information, please see about Destiny Allison

New works to be displayed at the event

Samples of Destiny’s previous works

12►

A video interview with Destiny Allison about Shaping Destiny

We look forward to seeing you at the Rogoway Turquoise Tortoise Gallery on April 21^st to meet this inspiring artist and author.

Featured artists: bronze sculptors Carol Ruff Franza and Warren Cullar, steel sculptor Jerry Harris and gourd sculptor Judy Richie

Visitors to historic Tubac will enjoy a variety of demonstrations by local and visiting artists during the weekend of March 17 & 18, 2012.

New work at the show: "Grace" by gourd sculptor Judie Richie

About ArtWalk

Tubac comes alive during ArtWalk! The event is a weekend celebration of art and creativity that gives visitors an opportunity to meet artists first-hand at the village’s galleries and studios. Art lovers can find watercolors, oil paintings, sculpture, pottery, metalwork, and fine jewelry.

ArtWalk hours are 10am to 5pm daily, with free admission. For more information, please contact the Chamber of Commerce at (520) 398-2704 or visit www.tubacaz.com.

New work at the show: "Zuni Birds" by gourd sculptor Judie Richie

You will get to meet these fine sculpture artists and see their newest work:

Carol Ruff Franza

12►

Warren Cullar

123►

Judy Richie

123456►

Jerry Harris

We look forward to seeing you!
Questions? Please contact us for more information: Contact Rogoway Turquoise Tortoise Gallery

She’s back, ladies!

This week — beginning on Wednesday, February 8 and running through Sunday, February 12 — we will be welcoming Artie Yellowhorse to our Tubac gallery showroom.

Every year, our jewelry fans eagerly await Artie’s annual visit to our gallery during the Tubac Festival of the Arts week. Artie brings LOTS of new pieces – many of which are one-of-a-kind and are made just for this special event.

Artie brings so many goodies that we set up extra tables just to hold her wearable art treasures.

Are you trying to find that “just right” piece to complement a special blouse or hat? Please bring your garment in with you and Artie will personally help you match your garment with her jewelry.

Jewelry made in the “Navajo Beauty Way”

Artie Yellowhorse specializes in elegant jewelry created with high-quality stones and silver.

Her tasteful designs reflect the simplicity found in the Navajo art aesthetic: simple but with maximum visual impact.

You can see more of Artie’s work in the gallery below:

12►

C’mon by ~ You never know who else will be in the gallery!

Several of our favorite artists are planning stops by the gallery during the Tubac Festival of the Arts week. Esther Rogoway, Brent Nageli, and Charles Thomas will also be visiting the gallery during this time.

Questions? Please contact us for more information: Contact Rogoway Turquoise Tortoise Gallery

Contemporary Southwest Bronzes by Felicia

A nationally noted, award winning sculptress specializing in minature to monumental work.  Felicias portraiture and figurative Southwest manner domonstrate the uniqueness of her elegant recognizable style.

Bronze Sculpture by Felicia

Abstract Landscapes by Charles Thomas

With subjects ranging from the mundane to the spectacular, his paintings evoke both the mystery and beauty of the Southwest.

Robert Burt is a nationally acclaimed artist know for his richness in colors and shapes. He has developed his style by taking from all of his experiences and the mediums that he has worked with.  He uses bold color and strong compositions to portray the landscapes and architecture around him.  Robert reduces the scene to its most elemental and powerful components. 

Each of Robert’s paintings vibrates with artistic energy and color, entertaining the eye and mind.  Robert wants to create paintings that convey a bit of mystery and adventure, but also with a feeling of joy.

Robert has been featured in Phoenix Home & Garden Magazine both November 2011 (page 178) and January 2012 (page 152)

To see more of Robert Burt’s work, please visit his online gallery: Robert Burt paintings

Facebook specials now through Christmas Eve ~ All items are one-of-a-kind: First come, first served

We are spreading gift-giving holiday cheer this year with Facebook. Every day until Christmas, we will be adding one additional special offer each day.

Every item we are offering is unique — once the item is sold, it will no longer be available.

These specials will not be available in the gallery; they are available for our Facebook friends only.

Please visit us on Facebook to learn more

Click here: Rogoway Turquoise Tortoise Gallery

To see more of our available fine art, paintings, and sculpture, please see our Rogoway Artists by Genre page..

The winner is Betty Anderson who chose painting by Lil Leclerc called The Cowboy Ride. Congratulations, Betty!

Paint-off winner, Betty Anderson (center) with Jackie Zeitler (left) and Debbie Barrios (right) of the Rogoway Turquoise Tortoise Gallery

Howdy, pardner! Lasso up some holiday fun and gift-giving at the Cowboy Christmas fiesta!

Rogoway Turquoise Tortoise Gallery and neighboring galleries, Tubac Territory and the Red Door Gallery, present a holiday party to benefit the Santa Cruz Community Foundation

This year, we decided to make our Cowboy Christmas even MORE special. We are raising funds to benefit the children of Sonora, Mexico. For only $5, you can purchase a ticket to win your choice of special paintings by gallery artists in our “Paint-Off” raffle. Donations of $10 at the door are also gratefully accepted.

Check out the great artwork available in our “Paint-Off” raffle

For only $5, you will be entered to win your choice of one of these exquisite paintings created especially for this event

12►

Shine up your boots and put on your good hat because this is going to be one heck of a party!

Date: December 10, 2011 from 1 to 8 pm on Tubac’s Calle Baca Street in downtown Tubac

• Wine and appetizers served all day
• Live Mariachi band from 3 – 7 pm
• Caballero Cookout from 4 – 7 pm

Yee-haw! A good time will be had by all.

For more information, please contact Jackie or Debbie at Rogoway Turquoise Tortoise gallery today.