Art. Culture. Life. Art touches every aspect of life. Creative imaginings give birth to innovation, moving us ever forward, dynamic, engaging and inspiring – art is the glorification of the human spirit. We invite you to experience LQAF’s diverse offerings of events, activities and programs providing cultural enrichment and opportunities for residents, visitors, and artists of the Coachella Valley & beyond…
The La Quinta Arts Festival returns to the visually stunning setting of the Civic Center Campus...Read more
You now have the opportunity to experience these wonderful events; view and... Read more
Each year our public art events including La Quinta Arts Festival and Art Under the Umbrellas...Read more
We have lots of opportunities for volunteers. If you´ve the time…we´ve got a task for you...Read more
MEDIA: Sculpture
James Hill strives to reveal the essence of the figure and relationship between forms to convey universal emotions with which we can all identify, and says “A metal sculptor struggles for extraordinary precision and economy to reveal the fragile beauty of human life in an unyielding material world”
MEDIA: Photography
I’m interested in the experience of the moment of the shot, usually a serendipitous discovery, rather than a calculated hunt for a requisite “must have” shot. All of my compositions are unplanned, as I am moved by the mood, the moment, the light, the joy of discovery.
MEDIA: Sculpture
Influenced by love, fear, history, fantasy, dreams, struggles and even pop culture movies of his childhood – many of Nobe Babayan’s sculptures are not smooth, but are tactile and rough, giving the viewer a richer expereince through their sense of touch and motivating them to reflect on the important elements of life.
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Visit the Nobe Babayan LQAF.com Artist Gallery
MEDIA: Painting
Liz travels to Italy and France to eat, drink and feel the colors and light. She works in oils on canvas, usually large format, to create the feeling that you can “walk into” the painting. The oils have warmth and translate the light beautifully.
MEDIA: Jewelry
Goldsmith Alex and Enamellist Mona have teamed their personal artistries for over 30 years to create award winning enamel jewelry.
Visit the Mona and Alex Szabados LQAF.com Artist Gallery
MEDIA: Drawing
Recognized as one of the most brilliant artists of drawings in pencil, David’s highly detailed work takes on an almost photographic effect, demonstrating the startling power of black and white.
MEDIA: Painting
Leslee’s talent as a master pastry chef, combined with her vibrant style of watercolor painting, has earned her the exclusive title of “The Watercolor Chef.”
