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Pickleball Paddle Exhibit

About This Event

Ground Floor Artists (GFA) teams up with Chicken N Pickle, Glendale for a unique art exhibition: The Pickleball Paddle Exhibit Pickleball paddles transformed? Witness the creative magic as local artists take ordinary paddles and turn them into extraordinary works of art. Unleashing their imaginations, these everyday sports equipment become one-of-a-kind masterpieces. And you can own a piece! All paddles are for sale. Join the Opening Smash! Celebrate the exhibit's launch at a free, public reception on July 19th, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm at Chicken N Pickle, Glendale (9330 W Hanna Lane, Glendale, AZ 85305). Mingle with friends, family, and the artists, all while admiring the artistic reimaginings of the pickleball paddle. In addition to the opening reception, the Pickleball Paddle Project exhibition is open to view during Chicken N Pickle's regular business hours. So grab a bite, enjoy some friendly competition on the courts, and soak in the artistic creativity on display. Don't miss this chance to experience art in a fresh, unexpected way. Mark your calendars, and prepare to be surprised!

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Featured Artists

Jackson Kloog

artist

I was born and raised in Arizona as the youngest of 5 children. I graduated from The University of the Arts in Philadelphia in 2016 with a BFA in Illustration with a minor in Printmaking and Book Arts, then moved back home to Arizona. As a transgender / non-binary individual, my artwork depicts my unique view of the world. I focus a lot on the human condition, using funky, surreal, and colorful imagery to express those thoughts and feelings. Living in Arizona, the beautiful desert is seen quite a bit in my work, along with portraiture, the dark yet colorful, psychedelic themes, and my love for animals. My work varies in medium primarily from acrylic to watercolor, pen and ink, to book binding and various printmaking techniques.

Featured

Sarah Simmerman

artist

Sarah Simmerman, an Arizona-based artist, uses her art to explore emotion and growth. Inspired by color's transformative power, she creates abstract works that cascade with vibrant hues that seek quiet under the waves of exuberance. Layering colors and texture, Sarah creates works that are both structured and free flowing, offering catharsis and a reflection of her own introspective journey. Originally from Northern Virginia, Sarah honed her artistic skills at the Savannah College of Art & Design, earning her BFA. Sarah has resided in Arizona for the past 15 years and is actively involved with the arts community in the West Valley. Website > simmermanfineart.com

Erin Wilkins

artist

I was raised in Colorado, surrounded by the Rocky Mountains with the most breathtaking scenery and changing seasons. Since I was little, I've been inspired by the beauty of nature and the ever changing art in the sky - sunsets, clouds, storms, and the stars. My inspiration not only comes from the beauty of our world, but from emotions and memories as well. Creating art allows me a way to express my feelings on canvas for the world to interpret in their own way, sparking their own emotions, and igniting the viewer's imagination to see the beauty in their own individual ways. I remember seeing Monet's 'Water Lilies' in a museum for the first time, and I still recall the feelings I had when looking at such an iconic, breathtaking piece with awe and admiration. Art is the raw expression of our hearts - driven by emotion, and I hope to create a bit of beauty in this world that sparks your imagination! -Erin Wilkins Phoenix, Arizona USA