SAAG ARTIST IN THE NEWS
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SAAG ARTIST IN THE NEWS • • •
Jerry Becker's work to be featured at Tucson International Airport - now through December
"Prickly Pear" by Jerry Becker, 24" x 20" Original Watercolor on textured paper.
Phoebe’s Bakery by Robyn Fowler
Long time SAAG member, Jerry Becker, passed away and is greatly missed by many of us. The public will have a chance to view his work at the Tucson Airport thanks to his wife and daughter who are managing his remaining artwork. A proposal they put together six months prior was accepted for this 6 month session.
The exhibit will be a collection of Jerry's larger originals completed over the past 50 years featuring florals, landscapes, and still life paintings using various methods and techniques in watercolor and pastel. If you are catching a plane or picking someone up at the airport, be sure to catch this show! Becker's pieces can be found at the airport's Lower Link Gallery, near baggage carousel seven, next to the moving sidewalks.
Lisa Suarez and Robyn Fowler at VA show at Catalyst in September
Robyn Fowler (1st place, Mixed Media) and Lisa Suarez (1st Place) Black and White Photography) won Blue Ribbons in the Tucson VA Art Show! The show is showing at the SAACA Catalyst space at Tucson Mall through September. Catalyst is open Tuesdays and Wednesdays between 3 and 6pm and Saturdays between 11am and 2pm.
Because they both won in their category, their work will be submitted for the National Veterans' Art Show at the end of the year.
Debra Sieloff wins in Animals, an art exhibition with Light Space & Time Online Art Gallery
SAAG member and an artist to specializes on painting on leather, Debra Sieloff, was recognized for her work titled "Foggy Bottom Buck."
To view the entire online show click here. To learn more about Debra's work on leather, visit www.kitkeystone.com
Feature Article about SAAG Member Marisa Ostroff in Upwards Quarterly
White Sands by Lisa Suarez
Split Personality by Peggy Rubin.
Split Personality by Peggy Rubin name finalist by Teravarna
Pictured to the left, SAAG member and contemporary artist Peggy Rubin has been recognized as a finalist in the 10th Flower International Juried Competition. This is an annual show held by Teravarna, a contemporary on-line art gallery based in Los Angeles.
Terry Dean invitation to solo show at the JCC
Terry Dean will be having a solo show at the Jewish Community Center, 3800 E. River Road, beginning September 18, 2025 through October 19, 2025. A reception will be held at the gallery on Sunday, September 21 from 2--3:30 pm and SAAG members are invited. The paintings on display will be on the larger side, and will focus on abstract and abstract expressionism. Pictured to the right is one of the pieces attendees will enjoy.
Voyage Phoenix publishes feature article on SAAG member Harrie Handler
The online magazine Voyage Phoenix recently wrote an article on SAAG member Harrie Handler, whose mixed media paintings include molding gels, pastes, glass fragments, metals, natural stones, and discarded treasures. To read the entire article click here.
The magazine has also recently featured SAAG artists Casonti McClure (click here) and Theresa Poalucci (click here), as well as SAAG Founder Diane Loving (click here).
“Blooming Palm” by Theresa Poalucci.
Tucson Artist Theresa Poalucci Featured in International “Meet the Artists” Program by Homiens
Local artist Theresa Poalucci has been selected for inclusion in the prestigious “Meet the Artists” initiative by Homiens, an international arts organization dedicated to promoting exceptional contemporary artists worldwide. Her award-winning piece, Blooming Cactus (30” x 40”), will be showcased in the program’s professionally curated e-booklet and on the Homiens website.
The Meet the Artists program is highly competitive, receiving thousands of submissions from artists across the globe. Only 30 artists are chosen for each edition, making Poalucci’s inclusion a significant mark of distinction. Each featured artist is presented with a dedicated page that includes their artwork, biography, and contact information, along with a personalized curator’s comment highlighting the strengths of their work. The e-booklet is distributed to the Homiens mailing list of over 10,000 art collectors, gallerists, and enthusiasts.
In her official letter of recommendation, Homiens Director Kita Das praised Poalucci’s Blooming Cactus as “an affecting artwork, aesthetically resolved to a high standard,” further noting her “technical ability, sophistication, and distinctive artistic practice.” Das also commended Poalucci’s professionalism and commitment to refining her craft, describing her work as “exciting and accomplished.”
Homiens is a global arts platform that supports and promotes contemporary visual artists through curated exhibitions, competitions, and publications. Their mission is to connect outstanding artists with audiences worldwide, fostering visibility, legitimacy, and professional growth within the arts community.
Blooming Cactus, the featured work, reflects Poalucci’s deep connection to the Sonoran Desert. Known for her vibrant colors and unique fusion of realism and contemporary technique, she often celebrates the landscapes, wildlife, and cultural heritage of the Southwest.
“This recognition from Homiens is a true honor,” said Poalucci. “To be included alongside such talented artists from around the world is both humbling and inspiring. I’m thrilled to share Blooming Cactus with a global audience and to represent the beauty of our desert home.”
The Meet the Artists e-booklet featuring Theresa Poalucci can be viewed and downloaded at: https://homiens.com/meet-the-artists/