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We are pleased to highlight the work of artist Randy Van Dyck, our September 2018 artist of the month.

For Randy Van Dyck, each artistic concept starts with the title which has become integral in explaining the imagery. Some are quite simple and straightforward, while others are more obscure and thought provoking. Van Dyck has also been a professional picture framer for over 25 years. With a background in visual art and design, he creates exceptional presentations. All work is done with precise attention to every detail using only the highest standard of conservation materials available. He specializes in fabric wraps, float mounts, and contemporary style presentations. Van Dyck works with many local artists, designers and galleries as well as the Boise…

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By living in a community with a vibrant culture, we are able to be the kind of place that lifts up those around us. Having a strong, vibrant arts community makes Boise a better place for everyone to live, work and give.

The Pettitt Group real estate team supports art in all forms. We believe that art creates community, which is why each month we choose a local non-profit organization to support.

We are excited to announce our support for The Idaho Shakespeare Festival in August 2018. We will give $100 per transaction to the the Idaho Shakespeare Festival this month, or a minimum of $1,000 (whichever is greater).

 ‘the Festival seeks to: develop an artistic home… educate through a range of programs… illuminate human nature and our rich cultural…

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We are pleased to highlight the work of artist Grant Olsen, our August 2018 artist of the month.

Grant’s full-time art career began in 2002; in that time his work has evolved through experimentation within a wide range of mediums stretching from painting, to sewing, to now mainly digital. Grant’s art can now be found in almost all four corners of the city. He has also exhibited in galleries in Los Angeles, Seattle, and Portland. He received a fellowship in visual arts from the State of Idaho and was featured in the 2004 Triennial Exhibition at the Boise Art Museum.

In 2017 the Pettitt Group purchased this original piece of artwork as part of our Supporting the Arts initiative. Throughout the year we give away fine art prints of this beautiful artwork…

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We are pleased to highlight the work of artist Allie Zeyer, our July 2018 artist of the month. 

“The richness of painting from life,  whether in the studio or outdoors,  is where I find myself as an artist.”

Allie Zeyer grew up watching her dad, Michael Hadley, paint and sell his work in Jackson, WY.  Zeyer received her Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree from Brigham Young University and recently studied under nationally recognized artists: Jill Carver, G. Russell Case and Kathryn Stats in Sun Valley, Idaho. Since then, she has participated in several plein air competitions and won several awards. She received first place two consecutive years in a row at the Eagle Plein Air Festival in Idaho for their quick draw event.

Allie describes how art has…

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By living in a community with a vibrant culture, we are able to be the kind of place that lifts up those around us. Having a strong, vibrant arts community makes Boise a better place for everyone to live, work and give.

The Pettitt Group real estate team supports art in all forms. We believe that art creates community, which is why each month we choose a local non-profit organization to support.

We are excited to announce our support for Open Arms Dance Project in July 2018. We will give $100 per transaction to the Open Arms Dance Project this month, or a minimum of $1,000 (whichever is greater).

“by moving alongside people who look or sound or move differently… we ultimately move towards greater compassion.”

 

Open Arms Dance Project is…

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By living in a community with a vibrant culture, we are able to be the kind of place that lifts up those around us. Having a strong, vibrant arts community makes Boise a better place for everyone to live, work and give.

The Pettitt Group real estate team supports art in all forms. We believe that art creates community, which is why each month we choose a local non-profit organization to support.

We are excited to announce our support for The Gem Center for the Arts in June 2018. We will give $100 per transaction to the Gem Center for the Arts this month, or a minimum of $1,000 (whichever is greater).

 

 

The Gem Center for the Arts is a not-for-profit organization spearheaded by a few dedicated individuals seeking to create a hub that fosters…

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We are pleased to highlight the work of artist Brooke Burton, our June 2018 artist of the month.

Brooke Burton lives and works in Boise as an artist and photographer recently exhibiting work at the 2017 Triennial exhibition at the Boise Art Museum.  She is a writer and photographer for the City of Boise’s Art & History Department blog in addition to teaching workshops and classes.  Her personal aesthetic fluctuates between minimalist and maximalist compositions, often reflecting her love of miniatures.  Themes of interest include still-life, selfies, visual culture, and novelty of all kinds.  Her work often uses inanimate objects as a means of storytelling and exploring human narratives.

 

In 2017 the Pettitt Group purchased this original piece of…

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By living in a community with a vibrant culture, we are able to be the kind of place that lifts up those around us. Having a strong, vibrant arts community makes Boise a better place for everyone to live, work and give.

The Pettitt Group real estate team supports art in all forms. We believe that art creates community, which is why each month we choose a local non-profit organization to support.

We are excited to announce our support for Surel’s Place in May 2018. We will give $100 per transaction to Surel’s Place this month, or a minimum of $1,000 (whichever is greater).

 

Founded in 2012, Surel’s Place is a non-profit artist-in-residence and local art support program that has served almost 50 national artists, 200 local artists, and thousands…

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We are pleased to highlight the work of artist Kylene Collette, our May 2018 artist of the month.

Kylene Collette is a proudly South African export currently residing in Boise, Idaho. She has designed over 100 retail stores, created branding for a successful student accommodation group and worked as Head of Crafts for a children’s television show. Her artwork has been displayed at NfiniT Gallery in Boise, Idaho. She is an exhibiting member of the Treasure Valley Artist’s Alliance and was the City of Eagle’s Artist of the Month, exhibiting at City Hall in March 2016. Collette is currently the on-campus Interior Designer for Boise State University.

 

In 2017 the Pettitt Group purchased this original piece of artwork as part of our Supporting the…

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By living in a community with a vibrant culture, we are able to be the kind of place that lifts up those around us. Having a strong, vibrant arts community makes Boise a better place for everyone to live, work and give.

The Pettitt Group real estate team supports art in all forms. We believe that art creates community, which is why each month we choose a local non-profit organization to support.

We are excited to announce our support for The Boise Hive in April 2018. We will give $100 per transaction to The Boise Hive this month, or a minimum of $1,000 (whichever is greater).

“We provide a safe, all-ages, sober space for fostering a supportive, creative musician’s community in Idaho.  We empower musicians and other artists through access to…

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