Eric Fischl Sponsorship
Become an Eric Fischl Series Sponsor
In 2005, Eric Fischl — the contemporary painter, sculptor and author — returned to PC to give back to his alma mater, and to help aspiring artists. Fischl honors the college’s influence on his life annually, bringing world-famous artists, and art enthusiasts, to present the annual Eric Fischl Series.
YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Thanks to private sponsorships, Phoenix College has been able to make these opportunities possible for students free of charge.
Phoenix College is seeking sponsors for the 2025 Eric Fischl Series program, and beyond. Join us in helping shape the future of art! For more information, please contact Deborah Spotts at 602.285.7667, or by emailing deborah.spotts@phoenixcollege.edu.
The Eric Fischl Series presents Eric Fischl
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 2, 2025
Phoenix Art Museum | 625 N. Central Ave., Phoenix
5:30 - 6:30 pm | Artists Reception & Student Art Exhibition, Great Hall | |
7:00 pm | Vanguard Awards, Whitman Hall | |
7:30 - 8:30 pm | A Conversation with Eric Fischl, Whitman Hall |
Eric Fischl is an internationally acclaimed painter, sculptor, and author. Fischl began his art education at Phoenix College (PC). While at PC, Fischl studied under contemporary landscape painter and faculty member Merrill Mahaffey, who Fischl credits with opening his mind to a new way of thinking. After attending PC, Fischl earned a B.F.A. from the California Institute for the Arts. Fischl’s work is represented in many museums, as well as prestigious private and corporate collections, including The Metropolitan Museum of Art, The Whitney Museum of American Art, The Museum of Modern Art in New York City, and many others. Eric Fischl is a Fellow at both the American Academy of Arts and Letters and the American Academy of Arts and Science. Eric and his wife and artist April Gornik started The Church, to foster creativity and honor the living history of Sag Harbor, NY, as a maker village.
2025 Fischl Series: Tickets Available Soon
Wednesdays are free days at the Phoenix Art Museum. Overflow seating will be available in the Great Hall, on a first-come first served basis.