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​​JULY 2026

Reception: July 3, 4-7pm – PART I:  Summer Group Show Spotlights Sculpture

Mountain Trails Gallery continues to be a destination for fine art bronzes since its beginning as a sculpture studio more than 40 years ago in Sedona, Arizona.  From the extraordinary talents that run throughout the Payne Family, beginning with Ken Payne (1938-2012) and continuing with Vic Payne and then Dustin Payne, CA, three generations of sculptors from this lineage all tell the tales of the fascinating cultures and history of the American West with so much intriguing detail in their figurative bronzes.   Mountain Trails Gallery Sedona continues to exhibit award-winning sculptures from some of the same storytelling traditions with the addition of masterful sculptors Susan Kliewer, Deborah Copenhaver Fellows, as well as the delightful highlights of traditional and contemporary styles of wildlife by Raymond Gibby, Jeremy Bradshaw, and David Janssen. Jewelry artists Susan Adams and Daniela Galovic working in stones and metal are also a highlight.

 

AUGUST 2026

Reception: August 7, 4-7pm - PART II:  Summer Group Show with Pictorials in Landscapes, Portraits & Figures

A sparkling variety of landscapes, portraits, still lifes, and figurative paintings are compelling works of art planned for Part II of the Summer Group Show at Mountain Trails Gallery Sedona in the always festive Village of Tlaquepaque.  The variety includes styles of expression and colorful compositions by artists who paint the beauty of the Grand Canyon, the magic of hiking trails and sacred sites in Sedona, the deserts and canyons of Arizona and the West, with a multitude of sizes and special prices on a select group of paintings are available at this time of year.  Prominent in the exhibition includes portraits of characters that show wisdom and grace along with faces of beauty and heritage that make the show even more intriguing.  Also, complex still lifes of artifacts and objects from a variety of Native American Tribes and Pueblo cultures bring even more fascination.  A festive part of the show are scenes from the multifaceted historic West that capture authentic regalia, ceremony, and movement as they reflect the responsibility and pride of the participant.

 

SEPTEMBER 2026

Reception: September 4, 4-7pm - Storytelling Wildlife & Animal Friends

There are so many reasons to love wildlife art and appreciate the spirit of our artists who always deliver extraordinary paintings, sculpture, and mixed media works that transcend the ordinary.  Some of the most compelling aspects that are captured by our artists is the sense of peace and awe that these artists bring to their works of art from animals in the wild.  It has also been called “animal grace” which can be seen as the artists stop at just the right moment to show off the beauty of perfection, as that perfection shines forth in all its magnificence.  In addition, the artists always notice that even animals have a sense of humor as they also bring uplifting delight to the mix.

 

OCTOBER 2026

Reception: October 2, 4-7pm – Colors of the West Celebrates Paintings from Monument Valley, Featuring Artist Ryan A. Smith with Special Guest Ms. Trina Jae Reid

The annual show returns with a SPECIAL FEATURE that highlights Arizona’s remarkable history and beauty.  Celebrate with Mountain Trails Gallery Sedona along with Western artist Ryan A. Smith and the inspiration for his paintings, Trina Jae Reid, a Navajo model.  Along with the honored guest, the gallery is proud to present new paintings from Ryan A. Smith inspired from his time with Ms. Reid in Monument Valley.  During the reception, she will discuss the significance and history of the clothing she is wearing that will be featured in Ryan’s new paintings.  In addition, Colors of the West focuses on contemporary and traditional paintings from a group of award-winning artists that give exceptional vibrancy to landscapes, intricate still lifes, insightful portraits, and nuanced patinas on a variety of colorful bronze sculptures.  This show always brings out the Best of the West.  Exhibit through October. 

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NOVEMBER 2026

Reception: November 6, 4-7pm - Small Works:  Painting, Sculpture, Mixed Media

Small Works: Painting, Sculpture & Mixed Media - Mountain Trails Gallery Sedona is delighted to present paintings, sculpture, and mixed media work, including works on paper, by some of the gallery’s award-winning artists.  A bounty of choices and sizes, with a focus on small works of fine art in a variety of compelling subjects, will be available during this traditional season of collecting.  November & December thru 12/31/26.

 

DECEMBER 2026

Reception: December 4, 4-7pm - A Time to Give & A Time to Receive

Mountain Trails Gallery Sedona celebrates the month of December with heartfelt appreciation for all their artists who work tirelessly year-round to present choices in paintings, sculptures, and mixed media fine art that continue to attract art enthusiasts and collectors from all over the world.  The gallery is alive and thriving due in large part to these creatives.  It is also the season for saying ‘thank you’ to the generous collectors who make it all possible. Without them visiting the spectacular fine art choices in our unique city and responding to the quality on offer, Mountain Trails Gallery Sedona would not be the same. As the gallery also celebrates December’s traditions, a spectacular gathering of gems and treasures, including jewelry, furniture, and other delightful surprises invite attention during December’s exhibition.  Join the festival of lights and celebrate life and the spirit of creativity. It is the perfect time to discover that perfect something that symbolizes the value of fine art in one’s life, including how it can bring lasting inspiration and awe while creating a peaceful sense of well-being that no mass-produced item can duplicate.  No matter the author of the modified quote, it seems to hold true: "Art washes away from the soul the dust of everyday life". Show thru 12/31/26.​​​

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