2025 Celebration of Fine Art

Ryan T. Schmidt marks his 6th year of participating at the 35th Annual Celebration of Fine Art Show in Scottsdale, Arizona. As Arizona’s longest-running art show, it’s a major draw for art lovers from around the world. With 100 artists all invited from across the country to spend 10 weeks creating art, the show not only showcases a diverse range of mediums and styles, but also offers visitors a rare chance to observe the artistic process up close as artists create their work in real time.

Open daily | 10 A.M. to 6 P.M.

January 18–March 30, 2025

7899 E Mayo Blvd. Scottsdale, AZ 85255

(corner Hayden Rd and Mayo Blvd)

The Art Discovery Series adds another unique layer to the experience, allowing attendees to dive deeper into the techniques, inspirations, and personal stories behind the art. Whether you're interested in the intricacies of metalworking, the nuances of abstract art, or the craftsmanship behind jewelry and sculpture, this series provides a rare opportunity for direct interaction with the artists.

The venue, with 40,000 square feet of working studios, offers a vast space for exploration, while the on-site café and sculpture court provide a relaxing space to reflect and enjoy the art in a more leisurely way.

Download the 2025 Celebration of Fine Art Grounds Map below:

2025 Grounds Map

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2025 Celebration of Fine Art Grounds Map

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For more practical information visit the Celebration of Fine Art website:

celebrateart.com

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Check out previous year's highlights with Artist, Ryan T. Schmidt:

• Panelist at Art Discovery Series on the topic "Metal as Media". Scroll below this page for the replay.

• Featured on Fox10 News Live with other Celebration of Fine Art Artists.

• Launched a new sculpture private collection at the "Art After Dark" event on March 18, 2023, 5 pm-8 pm during the fine art exhibit.

• Schmidt placed his iconic piece, a smaller version of "Rain of Faith," suspended at the front entrance lobby of the art show, welcoming each guest as they arrive.

• Working studio set up at the back of the North side of the show so you can fully see his process!

• His large-scale pieces has gained attention at the sculpture court. Schmidt is also exhibiting a unique and one-of-a-kind life-size centerpiece commissioned by a Celebration of Fine Art collector, and it was installed to its permanent placement after the show.

  
  

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Ryan T. Schmidt and two other Metal artists were invited to be the panelist on the topic "Metal as Media" at Celebration of Fine Art last year on February 10, 2023. Sponsored by FineArt Connoisseur, the event is about discovering how Artists apply their artistic vision, strength and heat to create compelling works of art. If you missed attending, here's a full replay of the Panel Discussion:

Schmidt also participated as a panelist in 2021 on topic "Monumental Installations" here is the recap: