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EXHIBITIONS

Discover a world of creativity with our free exhibitions, open to all at WHAM Art Center. Come be inspired, explore new perspectives, and experience the power of art in our community.

Interested in showcasing your own work? Click HERE for upcoming Call to Artists opportunities!

Current Exhibition: April 2 - 29, 2026

An exhibition revering the beauty, resilience , and complexity of our world, with artists exploring Earth, life, and human connections.

Jury: Louise Carroll

Featured Artists:

Joe Aiken, Cathy Bennett, John Bigley, Jen Bosen, Kristine Caskey, Whitley Cuevas, Martin Daily, Sue Eddy, Amy Engel, Edith Eubank, Barry Farmer, Charlotte Fishburn, Diane Freeman, Jill Grenda, Gregory Gustafson, Rafael Gutierrez, Mikayla Hammock, Jocelyn Hanson, Maria Karlosak, Owen Koester, Miki Lovett, Patti Milbourn, Susan Millan, Elizabeth Moore, William Naughton, Lisa Platt, Ann Rice, Lynne Rogers, Ralph Ross, Bea Ruoho, Regina Cirillo, Dennis Sullivan, Mary Wolke

May Exhibition: May 2 - 30, 2026

"A Celebration of Art"

Opening Reception: Saturday, May 2, 2026 from 4:30-7:30PM

Everyone is Welcome! Delicious Refreshments & Live Music!

PARTICIPATING ARTISTS:


Annick Biaudet – Celebrated artist who is noted for her creative versatility. Licensed by Disney through Artland UK, she has been featured in galleries in her home Country of France, the UK, Japan, China and the USA. In recent years, after mastering the use of acrylics, she is specializing in pet portraits and Disney Characters. With her work becoming very popular around the world.


Kelly Bracken is an award-winning photographer, specializing in wildlife, nature, landscape, and underwater. Her passion for photography has led her to travel all over the world, searching for unique experiences and beautiful locations. Some of her recent adventures have included trips to the Panatanal, Yellowstone, Moorea, and the American West.


Penny A. Bragg - Local artist and current WHAM Member, Penny specializes in soft pastels and oils. Her preferred subjects include animals, still life, portraits and western themes. She has done many commissions and is honored that people have the confidence in her work to have her paint their pets, from dogs and cats to horses and donkeys.


Peter Ferk – Emmy Award winning artist whose accomplishments in animation have been given the highest honor. His earlier work included TV ‘s Pinky and The Brain, Animania, Superman, and Batman. Peter’s work is featured in a book, commissioned by George Lucas to commemorate the Star Wars Movies. Peter has recently expanded his passion to include teaching all aspects of Animation at the college level.


Ron Souza – Local Oil Painter and member of WHAM. Specializing in Tropical Seascapes, Ron became sought after by several galleries in the Hawaiian Islands. Since moving to Arizona, he has been drawn to landscapes and buildings from around the world. His ability to share his self-taught techniques has resulted in teaching for seven years, in California, two years at WHAM, and
now in his home.

​WHAM GALLERY 16560 N. Dysart Road, Surprise, AZ 85388 ​

June Exhibition: June 2 - June 29, 2026

WHAM Art Center invites artists to explore the boundless inspiration of blue in all its shades, moods, and meanings. From the deep indigos of twilight to the delicate sky blues of morning, this exhibit celebrates color as a source of emotion, reflection, and imagination. Inspired by the cyanotype process, we welcome works in any medium—painting, printmaking, photography, sculpture, digital, mixed media, and more. Artists are encouraged to embrace the experimental, evocative spirit of cyanotypes and let blue guide their creativity.

July Exhibition: July 1 - July 30, 2026

Celebrate America’s 250th with Art!


WHAM Art Center invites artists to imagine a united, creative, and harmonious America. In a time of division, what does freedom, connection, and collaboration look like? Explore these themes in any medium—painting, sculpture, photography, mixed media, or experimental forms.


Special focus on veterans’ voices, reflecting resilience, service, and the enduring meaning of freedom.

Let your creativity inspire hope, harmony, and a vision of America we can all celebrate.

Interested in exhibiting at the WHAM Gallery?
Rent our gallery space for a full month and showcase your work in a vibrant, creative
environment.


Reach out to Nicolas Flowers, Gallery Manager at nicolas.flowers@wham-art.org to learn more
or schedule a tour—we’d love to see your art or host your group!

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