Sacred Art of Altars: One People, Many Paths

Celebrate opening night with the artists. First look, first bids, and community joy!
Friday, August 21
5:00 – 7:00 pm
Meet-the-Artists Opening Reception
@ San Antonio Art League & Museum

Sunday,
September 6
3:00 – 5:00 pm
Closing Reception + Final Bidding
Come claim your winning altar! Bidding ends at 4:45 pm and you get to take it home with you!

@ San Antonio Art League & Museum

VIEWING & BIDDING

View and Bid In-Person or online at the San Antonio Art League & Museum
Hours: Tuesday– Saturday, 10:00 am – 3:00 pm (Closed Sunday & Monday)
Dates: August 21 – September 6, 2026
View & Bid Online: tinyurl.com/altars2026

ABOUT THE ART & THE ARTISTS

This exhibit honors the rich Southwest tradition of nichos—small, handmade shrines rooted in both sacred and everyday spaces. Our altar artists include first-timers and long-time creatives, each exploring personal meaning, spiritual connection, or playful storytelling through a shared altar format (approximately 16” x 10”).

Contributing Artists as of 7/2/2026:

Ana Arrieta, Zet Baer, Andre Bally, Virginia Bally, Lyn Belisle, Michelle Belto, Alexis Bierman, Cee Jay Black, Elaine Bornemeier, Maria Brown, Marilyn Camp Jones, Olivia Carter, Anita Centeno, Ilna Colemere, Sofia Dabalsa, Mike Drahl, Sandy Dunn, Joan Fabian, Maggie Fitch, Sarah Ford, Karl Franklin, Joan Frederick, David Anthony Garcia, Geri Garcia, Vera Garcia, Nancy Gerfers, Joy Gibson, Rudi Harst, James Hendricks, Mark Hiebert, Amanda Hinojosa, Jon Hinojosa, Milton Holbrook, KC James, Deborah Keller-Rihn, Wally Lafaiete, Claudia Langford, Virginia Lukefahr, Kirsten Luna, Lynn Maverick Denzer, Kathy Miner, Deborah Murphy, Jessica Nero, Chloe Palmer, Cindy Palmer, Ray Palmer, Kathleen Baker Pittman, Theresa Powers, Terry Gay Puckett, Sherry Riggs, Le Green Schubert, Courtney Sheets, Jim Smith, Steven Smith, Terri Smith, Stefani Job Spears, Alicia Tapp, Brandt Wallace, Theresa Ybañez
ABOUT CELEBRATION CIRCLE
This event benefits Celebration Circle, an inclusive, multi-faith community that embraces a creative approach to spirituality. Founded in 1992, Circle is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit grounded in inclusive spirituality, the arts, and a commitment to honoring the sacred creativity in all beings; we are dedicated to honoring our diversity while celebrating our shared oneness.

Rooted in a wide range of faith traditions, we come together through music, creative arts, meditation, and sacred ritual. Our events and celebrations offer an experiential path to spiritual understanding.

There are no membership requirements—all are welcome. Join us to affirm: WE ARE ONE.
MORE INFO

Visit our website: CelebrationCircle.org
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Email circle@celebrationcircle.org
Call Zet Baer, Creative Director at 210-837-2866
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