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With only a few days until Fair Week begins, the Clark County Fine Arts Building is wrapping up its exhibit decoration. With that comes information on how to participate in the various competitions that will be hosted. Inspired by the 250th anniversary of the United States, this year’s theme will be “An American Journey.” Customers and those seeking a moment’s reprieve from … [Read more...] about Clark County Fair Spotlight: Fine Arts Building
Local Artists
‘A Moment in Time’ captures VVAA imagination
The interesting display of artwork capturing each artist’s “Moment in Time” made for great conversations by the attendees at the Virgin Valley Artists’ Association (VVAA) Themed Awards night on Thursday, March 19. The awards night was sponsored by the Women’s History and Culture Center. Their Sponsor’s Choice Award went to Monique Marie Long for her acrylic mixed-media … [Read more...] about ‘A Moment in Time’ captures VVAA imagination
Local sand sculptor’s work draws tourists
Local Peter Karns has been creating sand sculptures along Flat Top Drive for the past 10 years as a hobby. A snowbird from Wyoming, his first sculpture was the Wyoming cowboy from his car’s license plate. Karns has created many works of art, delighting tourists and residents alike. His work, known by word of mouth and pictures people post on social media, has drawn such … [Read more...] about Local sand sculptor’s work draws tourists
First Iron Cactus Memorial planted at City Hall
The first Iron Cactus Memorial was planted in front of City Hall Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at noon. A very excited Thomas Stark, whose idea and motivation got the project going, said, “Our city has truly grown and prospered so much from the golf developers, golf club owners and residents and visitors who play golf on our eight local golf courses! These memorials are dedicated … [Read more...] about First Iron Cactus Memorial planted at City Hall
Monster Mayhem with MVHS and Grant Bowler
On March 11, a first-grade class at Grant M. Bowler Elementary was visited by the Moapa Valley High School Ceramics students. The ceramics students brought along ceramic monsters, each a recreation of a drawing by one of the first graders. Starting over a month prior, Meja Hammon’s first-grade class was given an opportunity to create monsters from their imaginations. Leading … [Read more...] about Monster Mayhem with MVHS and Grant Bowler
VVAA’s ‘Ode to Animals’ focuses on furry friends
A good-sized crowd attended the February Virgin Valley Artist Association’s “Ode to Animals” competition Thursday evening at the Mesquite Fine Arts Gallery. Of the 71 entries, there were animals of every description, in every medium, depicting a variety of perspectives. Best of Show went to Paulette Schermerhorn for “Let’s Do it,” a beautiful quilted fabric collage of a … [Read more...] about VVAA’s ‘Ode to Animals’ focuses on furry friends
Iron Cactus Memorial seeks used golf clubs
A local grassroots Mesquite art project called the Iron Cactus Golf Memorial has a mission to get 10 seven-foot-high memorials made from golf clubs placed around the city. Volunteer project director Thomas Stark said, “What better way to memorialize Mesquite and the people that helped grow this little town than the risk-taking golf course founders and the … [Read more...] about Iron Cactus Memorial seeks used golf clubs
Juniper Outpost to hold farewell sale
A beloved fixture of the Mesquite arts scene is preparing for its final act. Juniper Outpost will officially close on Feb. 28 as its founding team prepares to move back to the Midwest. Since opening during the height of the pandemic in 2020, the shop has showcased more than 100 local artists, and the team invites the community to stop by throughout January and February to say … [Read more...] about Juniper Outpost to hold farewell sale
VVHS students decorate City Hall windows
Students from Virgin Valley High School spent Saturday morning, Nov. 22, painting holiday pictures on the windows of Mesquite City Hall. This is the fourth year in a row that art teacher Tylor Roylance and his students have volunteered to paint holiday decorations on the windows of City Hall. Roylance said, “My drawing class students draw the pictures, and my other art … [Read more...] about VVHS students decorate City Hall windows
Fine Arts Gallery Competition draws national interest
The Virgin Valley Artists Association’s annual November open competition, themed “Lucky 13,” drew nationwide interest. Pieces could not be larger than 13 x 13 framed. The competition had 60 entries. Wendy Douglas won Best of Show for her paper collage of “Cowgirl,” as well as a Sponsor’s Choice award and an Honorable Mention for her watercolor of 13 happy, colorful … [Read more...] about Fine Arts Gallery Competition draws national interest