Event: Shemer Honors Tom Bollinger

Each year the Shemer Art Center recognizes ONE Arizona artist who has achieved great success in his or her career and made an impact within the state. This year the Shemer Art Center is pleased to honor Arizona artist and foundry owner Tom Bollinger. For the past 50 years, Tom has been a prolific studio artist, renowned for creating large-scale, highly conceptual works that have captivated audiences in galleries and through commissioned projects. As the founder and managing owner of Bollinger Atelier, a world-renowned art foundry, Tom has not only guided but also engineered, managed, and produced countless large-scale public and private art installations. His work, sought after by municipalities and private collectors alike, reflects a distinguished career marked by deep creativity, intellectual depth, and an unwavering commitment to his craft. We look forward to honoring Tom and his journey as an Arizona artist at our annual dinner gala. Previous honorees include Angela Tassoni, Jim Waid, Merrill Mahaffey, Bill Nebeker, Beth Ames Swartz, Mark Klett, Mayme Kratz and Ed Mell.