42nd Annual Litchfield Park Festival of Arts
November 3rd and 4th, 2012 ~ Downtown Litchfield Park, AZ
The award winning Litchfield Park Festival of Arts, now in its 42nd year, rates as one of the oldest and most popular festivals in the Southwest. For two glorious days this historic resort community is transformed into a vibrant street scene filled with colorful art, lively music and irresistible aromas.
Long known for the high quality of craftsmanship, beautiful landscapes, and laidback ambiance, the Festival attracts thousands of visitors, tourists, and art enthusiast from across the country. Featuring over 250 fine artists and craftsmen exhibiting a wide selection of original arts and crafts, ranging from functional to decorative, and contemporary to Native American, there is sure to be something for everyone.
Featured Entertainer: Arvel Bird
Details & Info:
- Event Hours: 9am - 5pm
- Free Admission and Free Parking
- Festival Information: 623-734-6526
- Location & Directions
- Accomodations:
Wigwam Golf Resort & Spa - Host City Website: Litchfield Park, AZ
- Festival Site Map
- Featured Artist: TBA
Artists & Vendors:
While meandering through the artisan’s village, Festival-goers will be tempted to indulge in the mouth-watering displays offered at many at the confectionary booths, wine tasting, and festival eateries. For those that enjoy fine dining, there are several charming sidewalk cafes sprinkled amidst the tree-lined walkways and lush garden landscape.
When making plans to visit the Southwest Valley, you may want to consider a stay at the legendary Wigwam Resort. This historic landmark offers an opulent get-away and a place to experience real southwestern warmth, authenticity and charm. With pueblo-style adobe architecture and rustic decor, you will feel as if you’ve travelled back a century in time. (Use ArtFest code for special Festival rate)
Entertainment
Léo A. Gosselin
"Léo has been exploring the musical possibilities of the Chapman Stick since 1976 when, at the age of 21, he saw someone trying to play the instrument in his home town of Winnipeg. He had been playing the guitar for eleven years, and did not try the “Stick” before ordering his first one, so the difficulty in mastering the instrument came as somewhat of a surprise. However, tenacity and patience paid off, and he has been playing publicly for a variety of appreciative audiences since 1984. For the last few years, Leo has been performing live at festivals throughout the Southwest, including the Tempe Festival of the Arts, the Tucson Museum of Art, the Tubac Arts and Crafts Festival, the Scottsdale Art Festival, as well as Northwest festivals in the Washington area including Edmonds, Anacortes, Coupeville, and several others."
Read on at www.leogosselin.com
Arvel Bird
"Arvel Bird, a Native American Flutist/Violinist, is known around the world for his dramatic connection between Native American and Celtic traditions, stirring up scenes that echo from North American memory. Dubbed “Lord of the Strings” by fans and music critics, his music evokes the soul of North American history and is thoroughly entertaining, but also enlightening and humanizing. In a language and experience that captures the hearts of all audiences, he’s emotional without being condescending, intellectual without being pretentious. One measure of any art form is when the medium is so mastered that it becomes transparent, allowing its message to be seen, heard and felt. Arvel Bird has achieved that mastery."
Read on at www.arvelbird.com
Jeffrey Michael
"Composer, pianist and recording artist Jeffrey Michael has performed for millions of people and sold over 300,000 CD’s worldwide with his self-promotion strategy and record label Fireheart Music and has also composed original music scores for over 90 independent film, tv and video game projects. For the past 14 years Jeffrey has been touring the United States performing small concerts and more recently has become one the top art festival musicians in the country. He has also performed for many illustrious companies including Fox, Paramount Pictures, Universal Studios, Robert Mondavi Wineries, Versace and The American Cancer Society."
Read on at www.fireheartmusic.com.
Patrick Ki
"Patrick Ki's journey began in the island paradise of Hawaii, where he spent his youth amidst the gentle rhythms of the ocean and beautiful sounds of Hawaiian music. If you listen closely to his unique artistry, you can recognize the influence of the island "slack key" guitar. The debut of Patrick Ki as a recording artist was met with unanimous acclaim by both music reviewers and listeners alike. The soothing yet uplifting quality of his signature sound continues to touch the hearts of thousands, who encircle the globe from Mexico to Australia to China and Beyond!"
Read on at www.patrickki.com.