Resume - Live Event Artist

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Painting Live on Television:

2012 Sonoran Living Live, ABC 15, Phoenix, AZ

2004-2009 Good Morning Arizona, Channel 3tv Studio, Phoenix, AZ

2004-2005 Your Life A to Z, Channel 3tv Studio, Phoenix, AZ

2004-2005 Glendale News, Channel 11, Glendale, AZ 

2004 Arizona MIDDAY, Evening News, Channel 12 Studio, Phoenix, AZ 

Magazines:

2009 Southwest Meetings and Events

2008 Arizona Weddings Magazine and Website

2007 Arizona Bride

2006 Phoenix Magazine  "Artist of the Month"

2005 ITEM Magazine, Phoenix / L.A./ Las Vegas  "A-List"

2005 Travel Host Magazine, America's #1 Travel Magazine

2005 Java Magazine

2005 Arizona Foothills Magazine

2004 Phoenix Home and Garden Magazine

2004 Desert Living Magazine

News Papers:

2006-2003 The Arizona Republic - Home, Holiday Gift Guide, Yes, Glendale, Scottsdale, Tempe, Phoenix

2006 The Wedding Chronicle, Arizona

2006 The Sun-Times, Chicago, Illinois

2006 The News Press, Fort Meyers , Florida

2006 The Appleton Post Crescent, Wisconsin

2005-06 The Country Register, Glendale, Arizona

2004-05 The Glendale Star, Arizona

2004 Jewish News of Greater Phoenix, Arizona

2004 Scottsdale Tribune - Undiscovered Artist Contest, Get Out, I Do! Magazine, Arizona 

*Timeline Of Where It All Started*

Solo Exhibitions: 

2001, Baise Moi, Atlas, Los Angeles, CA

2001, Jellywood, Hollywood, CA

2001, Loft 5, Los Angeles, CA

2001, House and Garden, Loft 5, Los Angeles, CA

2001, Ride on the Rhythm,  Little Louie Vega, Loft 5, Los Angeles, CA

2001, Appreciation, D. J. Little Louie Vega, Hollywood, CA

2001, E3, The Firm, Beverly Hills, CA

2001, The Firm, Lingerie Party, Beverly Hills, CA

2001, A Nice Party, 6507, Hollywood, CA

2001, The Firm, Beverly Hills, CA

2001, The More Party, Gabah, Hollywood, CA

2001, D. J. Frankie Knuckles, Vynal, Hollywood, CA

2001, Juneteenth, Knitting Factory, Hollywood, CA

2001, Dichotomy, The Palace, Los Angeles, CA

2003, Taste, Six Night Club, Scottsdale, AZ

2003, Elements, Sanctuary Hotel and Spa, Paradise Valley, AZ

2003, Roy's, Desert Ridge, Phoenix, AZ

2003, Wivine Bouvey, Thursday Art Walk, Scottsdale, AZ

2004, Trunk Show, Brides by Demetrious, Scottsdale, AZ

2004, Fashion Show, The Rebirth Festival, Phoenix, AZ

2004, D.J. Louie Vega, Next, Scottsdale, AZ

2004, Sanctuary Night Club, Scottsdale, AZ

2005, D.J. Richard "Humpty" Vision, Next, Scottsdale, AZ

2005, The Showroom debut, Neiman Marcus, Scottsdale, AZ

2005, "Visions of Glendale" Historic Sahuaro Ranch Fruit Packing Shed Gallery, Glendale, Arizona

2006, The Wedding and Event Network, The Lamar Every Day Spa, Scottsdale, AZ

2006, Pour Masters "Cool Off In Style" Pointe South Mountain Resort, Phoenix, AZ

2007, Sweet, Club Vibe, Phoenix, AZ

2007, Gainey Suites, Scottsdale, AZ

2007, Pour Masters "Cool Off In Style", Corona Ranch, Laveen, AZ

2007, NAMI Mystery Authors Luncheon, Arizona Biltmore, Phoenix, AZ

2008, Chocolate Affair, DC Ranch Courtyard, Scottsdale, AZ

2008, Spring Fling Thing, All Saints, Phoenix, AZ

2008, Pour Masters "Cool Off In Style", Area, Phoenix, AZ

2009, Sunrise Senior Living, "Halloween" Gilbert, AZ

2009, WestGate City Center, "Mardi Gras Party Gras" Glendale, AZ

2011, Grace Ormonde's Wedding Style Magazine, AZ Biltmore Resort, Phoenix, AZ

2021, Veulenveiling Prinsjesdag, Nationaal Hippisch Centrum, Ermelo, Netherlands

Group Exhibitions:

2001, Cannibal Flower, Laboratory, Los Angeles, CA

2004, Wet Paint, Tempe, AZ

2005, GuitarMania, Levine Machine Warehouse, Phoenix, AZ 

2005, GuitarMania, Mill Avenue, Tempe, AZ

GuitarManiaI 2005

Samantha's guitar "Patio at The Peaks" was featured in The Arizona Republic and TravelHost Magazine in 2005.  Visit her guitar at Four Peaks Brewery in Tempe, AZ.  

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central AZ, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame & Museum and Fender Musical Instruments sponsored eighty 10' tall Fender Stratocaster guitars painted by famous and local artists for their charity auction February 4, 2006 at the Dodge Theatre.  The largest public art auction in Arizona history. www.bbbsaz.org

"Four Peak's Brewery in Tempe, Arizona's largest microbrewery and restaurant knew they wanted their guitar to focus on the elements that make Four Peaks great...delicious beer, cool atmosphere, and awesome people.  So they asked Samantha to help make it happen.  A packed happy hour on the patio served as a perfect opportunity for her to paint live on the guitar a scene that reflected the best part of the brewery: its patrons"

2006, D.J. Radar and Alpha Monster, Next Nightclub, Scottsdale, AZ

2006, GuitarManiaII, Levine Machine Warehouse, Phoenix, AZ 

2006, GuitarManiaII Press Launch, Dillard's Fashion Square, Scottsdale, AZ

2006-07, GuitarManiaII Night with the Phoenix Suns, US Airways Arena, Phoenix, AZ

2006, Club Vibe, Phoenix, AZ

2007, GuitarManiaII Big Brothers Day with the Phoenix Coyotes, Glendale Arena, Glendale, AZ

2007, GuitarManiaII, FBR Open

2007, GuitarManiaII final exhibit, Casino Arizona, Scottsdale, AZ 

2007, GuitarManiaII Auction and private concert by the Gin Blossoms, Casino Arizona, Scottsdale, AZ

GuitarManiaII 2007

Samantha's guitar: “Party in Paradise” was featured in The Arizona Republic 2006

Presented by Casino Arizona, Featuring 20 playable-sized Fender Stratocaster guitars.

Samantha was invited to paint live at a special gathering of Big Brother Big Sister supporters the evening of September 15, 2006.  The event was held at a beautiful private residence in Paradise Valley, AZ.  As the party started Mayor Phil Gordon, Brian Hassett, Alice Cooper, Kevin Hickey and Pablo Munoz were just some of the special guests who gave inspirational speeches about how they’re lives have been changed by helping Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Arizona.  As the drinks and hors’doeuvres were served Scott “the numbers genius” was on hand to answer everyone’s math questions.  Alice and Sheryl Cooper were the first people to get painted on the guitar.  A line formed shortly after of all the guests who wanted to be included.   At the end of the night over 65 people will be remembered forever on Samantha’s guitar including the dog.  Everyone counts when you’re remembering a special event like this one! 

2007, Art Gala, DC Ranch Homestead Community Center, Scottsdale, AZ

2007, Uniting Artists, Scottsdale Center for The Performing Arts, Scottsdale, AZ

Charity Fundraisers:

2000, Center for Autism Research, Cajun House, Scottsdale, AZ

2004, "ZooFari", Phoenix Zoo, Phoenix, AZ

2004, American Diabetes "Celebrity Art Auction", Arizona Biltmore, Scottsdale, AZ

2004, Camelot Ranch, Carefree, AZ

2004, "Family Fun Day", Jewish Community Center, Scottsdale, AZ

2004,Whispering Hope Ranch, Payson, AZ

2004, Cafe Soul, Phoenix, AZ

2004-06, Big Brothers Big Sisters, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Annual "Great Big Crazy Hat Party", The Phoenix  Zoo and The Lath House Pavilion, Phoenix, AZ

2005, UMOM New Day Center, "Caribbean Enchantment" Orange Tree Golf Resort, Scottsdale, AZ

2005 "GuitarMania" Big Brothers Big Sisters, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame & Museum, Fender Stratocaster Guitars -10' tall guitar "The Patio at Four Peaks Brewery" Tempe, AZ 6-24-05

2005-06, American Heart Association, "Pardi Gras", Kierland Commons, Scottsdale, AZ

2006, Enriching Spaces Golf Tournament, Moon Valley Country Club, Phoenix, AZ

2006, Big Brothers Big Sisters, VIP Sponsor Party, Private Residence, Paradise Valley, AZ 9-15-06, Fender Stratocaster Guitar

2007, UMOM's Annual Golf Tournament, Gainey Ranch Golf Club, Scottsdale, AZ

2007, Bryan Cave's Annual Mothers Day Gala, Arizona Biltmore, Phoenix, AZ

2007, UMOM's Evening of Jazz, Arizona Biltmore, Phoenix, AZ

2007, Jim Henson's Fantastic World Exhibit, Arizona Museum for Youth, Mesa, AZ

2008, Leigh Steinberg 22nd Annual Super Bowl party, Desert Botanical Garden, Phoenix, AZ

2012, Arizona Animal Welfare League, Borgata, Scottsdale, AZ

2013, Wig Out, Don't Be A Chump, Check for A Lump, Moon Valley Country Club, Phoenix, AZ

2021, Veulenveiling Prinsjesdag, Nationaal Hippisch Centrum, Ermelo, Netherlands

Public Art Collections:

2004-2005, Visions of Glendale, Arizona. The city of Glendale, Arizona commissioned twelve paintings from artist Samantha Smith for their public art collection.  The title "Visions of Glendale" features six city festivals and six historic locations.  The paintings are displayed and can be viewed by the public in the Glendale Visitor Center and the Glendale Marketing Department.  Glendale, AZ - News    

2004, The Spicery, Glendale, AZ

2004, Downtown Glendale, Glendale, AZ

2004, The Bead Museum, Glendale, AZ

2004, Catlan Court, Glendale, AZ

2004, Sahuaro Ranch, Glendale, AZ

2005, Murphy Park, Glendale, AZ

2004, Fiesta Glendale, Glendale, AZ

2004, The Jazz and Blues Festival, Glendale, AZ

2004, Glendale Glitters, Glendale, AZ

2004, Enchanted Evenings, Glendale, AZ

2005, Glitter and Glow, Glendale, AZ

2005, The Glendale Chocolate Affair, Glendale, AZ

2011-2012, Centennial Celebration, Peoria Arizona. The city of Peoria, Arizona commissioned one painting from artist Samantha Smith for their public art collection.  The title "Centennial Celebration" features three festivals in one painting.  The painting is displayed and can be viewed by the public in the Peoria Library.

2011, Holiday Festival, Osuna Park, Peoria, AZ

2012, Centennial Celebration, Centennial Park, Peoria, AZ

2012, Pioneer Day Parade, Old Town Peoria, AZ

Corporate Art Collections:

2004, Ribbon Ceremony, J.W. Marriott Desert Ridge Canyon Villas, Phoenix, AZ

2004, Transfer Party, The Camelback Inn, Paradise Valley, AZ 

2004, Grand Opening, Avant Garden Flowers & Events, Phoenix, AZ

2004, First Annual Mother Daughter Tea Party, Ancala Country Club, Scottsdale, AZ

2005, Opening Party, DC Ranch Country Club, Scottsdale, AZ

2005, Holiday Party, Warner Angle Hallam Jackson and Formanek PLC, The Heard Museum, Phoenix, AZ

2005, New Year's Eve Celebration Party, DC Ranch Country Club, Scottsdale, AZ

2007, Art Gala, DC Ranch Homestead Community Center, Scottsdale, AZ

2007, Cohen Kennedy Dowd and Quigley, Holiday Party, The Rim Country Club, Payson, AZ

2008, Arizona Weddings Magazine, 21st Annual Publishers Party, Arizona Historical Society, Tempe, AZ

2008, AIM Mail Center, Grand Opening, Chandler, AZ

2008, Bicentennial South Elementary, Glendale, AZ

2008, Copple and Copple, Holiday Party, Coup Des Tartes, Phoenix, AZ

2010, CoreNet Global, Summit Opening Reception, Sheraton, Downtown Phoenix, AZ

2012, Bold Laws, Keller Williams Biltmore Partners, Phoenix, AZ 

2014, Valley of the Sun Untied Way, Tocqueville Society, Paradise Valley, AZ

Private Art Collections:

Parties:

2003, Reunion, Bloom, Gainey Ranch, Scottsdale, AZ

2004, 60th Birthday Party, The Grill, T PC, Scottsdale, AZ

2004, Valentine's Day picnic, private residence, Phoenix, AZ 

2004, 30th Birthday Party, 1980's theme party, private residence, Phoenix, AZ 

2004, 50th Surprise Birthday Party, The Ritz Carlton, Phoenix, AZ

2004, 60th Birthday Party,110' house boat, Lake Pleasant, AZ

2004, 3rd Birthday Party, private residence, Scottsdale, AZ 

2004, Bat Mitzvah, Scottsdale Resort and Conference Center, Scottsdale, AZ 

2004, Cocktail Party, private residence, Phoenix, AZ 

2004, 25th Anniversary Party, "4th of July theme", private residence, Scottsdale, AZ

2005, 80th Birthday Party, The Clubhouse, Cave Creek, AZ 

2005, 40th Surprise Birthday, Alameda Courtyard, Scottsdale Resort and Conference Center, Scottsdale, AZ

2005, 25th Anniversary Surprise Party, private residence, Phoenix, AZ

2005, 60th Birthday Party, private residence, Scottsdale, AZ

2005, 58th Birthday Party, private residence, Phoenix, AZ

2006, 16th Birthday Party, private residence, Glendale, AZ

2006, 40th Birthday Party, "Old Hollywood" Movie's theme, private residence, Phoenix, AZ

2006, 65th Birthday Party, El Chorro Lodge, Paradise Valley, AZ

2006, My Big Fat Greek Egg Fest, Private Residence, Tempe, AZ 

2006, "Jackie O" Themed Birthday Party, private residence, Paradise Valley, AZ

2006, "Girl's Night" Birthday Party, private residence, Scottsdale, AZ

2006, "Jimmy Buffet, Margarita Ville" Birthday Party, private residence, Peoria, AZ

2006, 50th Surprise Birthday Party, The Wrigley Mansion, Phoenix, AZ

2007, Bar Mitzvah, Lon's at The Hermosa, Paradise Valley, AZ

2007, 70th Birthday, private residence, Rio Verde, AZ

2007, 50th Birthday, Stoudemire's Downtown, Phoenix, AZ

2007, Bat Mitzvah, Scottsdale Resort and Conference Center, Scottsdale, AZ

2007, Family Reunion, Paradise Valley, AZ

2008, 50th Birthday party, The Library, Lon's at The Hermosa, Paradise Valley, AZ

2008, Triplets 8th Birthday party, private residence, Paradise Valley, AZ

2010, 40th Birthday party, private residence, Paradise Valley, AZ

2010, Rebecca Robson's 20th Birthday Party and Neiman Marcus Fashion Show, private residence, Paradise Valley, AZ

2011, Anthony & Andrea's Family Reunion New Years Eve party, Phoenix, AZ

2011, Dean Slover's Annual New Years Eve party, Scottsdale, AZ

2012, Naomi's Italian theme birthday dinner party, Paradise Valley, AZ

2012, Dean Slover's Annual New Years Eve party, Scottsdale, AZ

2013, Mrs. David Pears Birthday Party, Camelback Mountain, Paradise Valley, AZ

2014, Keri's 40th Birthday, Saguaro Lake Ranch, Mesa, AZ

2014, Dean Slover's Annual New Years Eve Party, Scottsdale, AZ

2017, Dean Slover's Annual New Years Eve Party, Scottsdale, AZ

Wedding Ceremonies:

2003, Ceremony, Lon's at the Hermosa, Paradise Valley, AZ

2004, Ceremony, Legend Trails Golf Course, Care Free, AZ

2004, Ceremony, The Satisfied Frog, Cave Creek, AZ

2004, Ceremony, McCormick Ranch, Scottsdale, AZ

2005, Ceremony, The Renaissance Hotel, Scottsdale, AZ

2005, Ceremony, Four Seasons Resort, Scottsdale, AZ

2005, Ceremony, The University Club, Phoenix, AZ

2005, Ceremony, The Gainey Suites Hotel, Scottsdale, AZ

2005, Ceremony, The Camelback Inn, Scottsdale, AZ

2006, Ceremony, Arrowhead Country Club, Glendale, AZ

2006, Ceremony, Taliesin West, Scottsdale, AZ

2007 Ceremony, The Phoenix Country Club, Phoenix, AZ

2011, Larry & Ariana, Ceremony Vows, Phoenix, AZ

2015  Rohit & Kinjal's Ceremony, Montelucia Resort, Scottsdale, AZ

Wedding Receptions:

2003, Reception, London Derry, New Hampshire

2004, Reception, The Fairmont Scottsdale Princess, Scottsdale, AZ

2004, Reception, Aunt Chilada's, Phoenix, AZ

2005, Reception, The Scottsdale Resort and Conference Center, Scottsdale, AZ

2005, Reception, McCormick Ranch, Scottsdale, AZ

2005, Reception, The Scottsdale Resort and Conference Center, Scottsdale, AZ

2006, Reception, McCormick Ranch, Scottsdale, AZ

2006, Reception, The Wigwam Resort, Litchfield Park, AZ

2006, Reception, The Heard Museum, Phoenix, AZ 

2006, Reception, The Arizona Golf Resort, Mesa, AZ

2006, Reception, Copperwynd Resort, Fountain Hills, AZ

2008, Reception arrival, Arizona Country Club, AZ

2013, Michelle and Quinn, Reception, The Hermosa Inn Resort, Phoenix, AZ

2018, Dee Ann and Adam, Reception, The Wigwam Resort, Litchfield Park, AZ

Bridal and Baby Showers:

2003, Baby Shower, private residence, Phoenix, AZ

2003, Baby Shower, Old Town, Scottsdale, AZ

2004, Bridal Shower, Old Town, Scottsdale, AZ

2004, Baby Shower, Maggiano's Restaurant, Scottsdale, AZ

Graduation and Retirement:

2004, Graduation Party, private residence, Scottsdale, AZ

2004, Retirement, Camelot Ranch, Carefree, AZ

2006, Graduation Party, private residence, Phoenix, AZ

From Photos:

2004, Retirement, Buckeye, AZ

2004,Wedding Reception, private residence, Phoenix, AZ  

2004, Reunion, McCormick Railroad Park, Scottsdale, AZ

2005, Wedding Ceremony, Val Vista Lakes, Gilbert, AZ 

2005, Birthday Portrait, Tempe, AZ

2005, Wedding Ceremony, Rio Verde Country Club, Rio Verde, AZ 

2006, Final Choir Performance w/ Director, St. Joan of Arc Church, Phoenix, AZ

2006,Wedding Ceremony, Oahu, Hawaii 

2006,Wedding Ceremony Oahu, Hawaii 

2006, Wedding Ceremony, Church, AZ

2006, Wedding Ceremony, Church, AZ 

2007, Wedding Ceremony, Maryland

2007, The Band "Crisis", The Biltmore Resort, Phoenix, AZ

2007, Baby, Scottsdale, AZ 

2007, Wedding Reception, private residence, Phoenix, AZ

2007, Kimberly's Nude Portrait, private residence, Anthem, AZ

2007, Wedding, Brophy Chapel, Phoenix, AZ

2007, Wedding, Caesar's Palace, Las Vegas, NV

2007, Baby, Phoenix, AZ

2007, Two Maltese Dogs, Ancala, Scottsdale, AZ

2008, Mosser Family Reunion, Paradise Valley, AZ

2008, Wedding Reception, Kauai, HI

2008, Wedding, Crescent Butte, CO

2008, Nelson and Kim Wedding, West Orange, NJ

2010, Wedding, Phoenix, AZ

2012, Bike Ride, Tortilla Flats, AZ

2013, Girlfriends, Prescott, AZ

2014, Sandra's Horse Race Winnings, Del Mar Race Track, Del Mar, CA

Television Network Studios:

2004, "Good Morning Arizona" mural of the Newsroom Team 10' x 9', Channel 3TV Studio, Phoenix, AZ  

2004, "Your Life A to Z" w/ Heidi Fogelson 24" x 36", Channel 3TV Studio, Phoenix, AZ

2005, "Your Life A to Z" w/ Kim Dillon 24" x 36", Channel 3TV Studio, Phoenix, AZ

2012, "Sonoran Living Live" w/Stephanie Sandoval, Andie Hunt Barness and Chef Anthony Demarco, Different Pointe of View restaurant, 15" x 30", Channel 15 ABC Studios, Phoenix, AZ 

Murals:

2008, Desert Garden, Private Home, Scottsdale, AZ

2015, Tree of Life, Allergy Asthma & Immunology Associates, LTD, Scottsdale, AZ

2016, Tree of Life, Second Office of Allergy Asthma & Immunology Associates, LTD, Scottsdale, AZ

Professional Associations:

2006-09 The Wedding and Event Network Group, Phoenix, AZ

Teaching Art:

2008, Petite Picasso's, North Scottsdale, AZ

2008, Sunrise Senior Living, Gilbert, AZ

2001-2021, Private Lessons, Worldwide  

Artist Workshops:

2007, John Cosby, Plein Air, Laguna Beach, CA

2021, John Cosby, Plein Air, Online

2021, Urban Sketching with Ina Brekelmans, Amsterdam, NL

2021, Schilderen Workshop with Yvon Bos Eijssen, Bergen, NL