About

Art in the High Desert is produced by a non-profit, community-based group of local area artists and art advocates.

Our mission is to bring to the community an annual high quality art festival that explores and celebrates professional creative expression while enhancing the artistic identity of Central Oregon. We strive to give back to the community by supporting the positive economic impact of the visual arts while honoring the artists for the value and skill of their handmade work.

It is important to the board that this festival is a community-based event not only in offering the finest in visual arts to the Central Oregon community, but also in involving community businesses, organizations, and individuals in the festival. For more information go to the Sponsor/Partners or Volunteer pages.

Photo gallery of the 2011 festival

Art in the High Desert Board of Directors

   Darrel Buttice
   Carla Fox
   Dave Fox
   Cameron Kaseberg
   Charmaine Manley

We are board members and advocates who bring a wide range of skills to the festival, including being show artists, artists who have organized shows, marketing professionals, financial advisors, past president of the Portland Rose Festival, art educators, small business owners, and corporate employees. We know art festivals and art from both sides of the booth. We bring years of art, business, marketing, and show experience to Art in the High Desert.