The Patty McMullen-Mikles Gallery demonstrates a diverse range of visual art exhibitions, featuring both nationally recognized artists and emerging artists, providing opportunities for the presentation of art in all media. Formerly the Verde Art Gallery, the gallery has been dedicated in celebration and honor of beloved Artist, YC Art Professor, and gallery founder Patty McMullen-Mikles. The Patty McMullen-Mikles Gallery is located on the Verde Valley Campus in Clarkdale, Arizona. The beautiful 950 sq ft space with high ceilings features sweeping views of the Verde Valley and abundant natural lighting. Track lighting and professional displays present the art in a museum quality setting. The gallery is easily accessible and visited by many students, community members, and out-of-town guests. Come visit us and experience the arts at Yavapai College!
Gallery Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, 10 am - 3 pm
Address: 601 Black Hills Dr, Bldg F
Phone: (928) 649-5479
Email: molly.borsom@yc.edu
Patty McMullen-Mikles Gallery
Current Exhibition
Verde Valley Young Artists Showcase
January 20th - February 12th 2026
The Patty McMullen-Mikles Art Gallery proudly presents artwork by local high school students from Mingus Union High School. This exhibition features photography, sculpture, drawings, paintings, and more. Join us in celebrating the creativity and talent of these young artists!
Event is free & open to the public.
Artists’ Reception: January 29th 2026 | 5 - 7pm
Gallery Hours: Closed December 4th, 2025 - January 20th, 2026
601 Black Hills Drive, Clarkdale, AZ Building F
Contact us at (928) 649 - 5479
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Call for Art: A Space for Freedom
JURIED CALL #1: Portraits of Freedom
Portraits that explore the people, identities, histories, or imagined figures that embody freedom.
Eligible Media: Painting, drawing, printmaking, photography, sculpture, ceramics, mixed media
Deadline: February 1, 2026
Entry Fee: $10 per piece (funds awards)
Max Entries: 3
JURIED CALL #2: Freedom in Three Dimensions
Artists are invited to explore how freedom takes shape in space.
Consider: How does freedom move? Expand? Transform? What stories can be built, carved, molded, or assembled?
Eligible Media: All 3D forms — ceramics, metal, wood, fiber, mixed media
Deadline: February 1, 2026
Entry Fee: $10 per piece (funds awards)
Max Entries: 3
Community Call: Freedom Postcard Project
What does freedom mean to you? We welcome creative responses in any medium that fits within the format of a postcard. All Postcards will be exhibited together.
Eligible Media: Painting, drawing, printmaking, photography, mixed media, etc.
Deadline: February 1, 2026
Entry Fee: Free
Submission: Mail and Deliver to Patty McMullen-Mikles Gallery
Requirements: 4"x6" or 5"x7" Postcard
Include your name and contact info on the back and note whether to return or archive. All postcards to be returned must include postage.