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Charles Murphey Art, PO Box 7836, Surprise, AZ (2026)

The goal of this page is to share my favorite works, stories plus new releases. If you like what you find here, be sure to explore my website ... artxus.com > Our Artistic Philosophy

Everyday life can be fast paced, challenging and at times stressful. On those days, we welcome opportunities to take comfort in simple pleasures which otherwise go unrealized. Through the medium of photography, our artwork captures and delivers unique moments of beauty which we believe contribute to a sense of calm. So whether its a single flower in your favorite color, a collection of crayons reminding you of carefree childhood, water dancing in a fountain or a busy squirrel just going about its business, we hope our artwork elicits a smile, summons a pleasant memory and creates an opportunity for you to escape and enjoy a private moment of tranquility.

09/07/2026

Upon becoming a member of Arizona Photography Alliance last month, I noticed they're sponsoring a juried online exhibition that leads to selection of a winner and honorable mentions. With a theme of 'Summertime', I had four days before the entry deadline to select and submit a photographic image if I wanted to participate and obtain local exposure.

After looking through images captured earlier this year during an east coast trip, there was one I believed perfectly conveyed the 'Summertime' theme of long, lazy days with gentle breezes. So, I got busy taking the image through my digital workflow and about three days later 'Summer Bliss' was added to the Beachscape gallery on my website (https://www.artxus.com/-/galleries/beachscape/-/medias/01a01bf9-a297-7bb0-ab8c-eaeb13349100-summer-bliss) and submitted as an entry. My goal was to have 'Summer Bliss' be part of an online public gallery where it would remain on display for an extended period of time. Although potentially winning an event or receiving an honorable mention are always desired accolades, those simply exceeded my expectations.

Fast forward 12 days from the entry deadline and I receive an email confirming 'Summer Bliss' was accepted for the exhibition! I couldn't be more proud of 'Summer Bliss' and what it achieved in a juried arena competing with images submitted by other photographers.

Thank You ... Arizona Photography Alliance for sponsoring the 'Summertime' exhibition.

08/12/2026

As a member of Professional Photographers of America, I'm eligible to participate in the organizations annual International Photographic Competition (IPC). Spanning 16 categories, the 2026 event received more than 2,000 entries from which a Grand Imaging Award (GIA) winner was determined in January of this year.

I'm excited to announce I recently submitted an entry for the IPC 2027 event which begins next month and culminates at Imaging USA on February 1st, 2027. And the category chosen for my entry ... 'Yearly Theme: Flowers'.

While becoming a GIA winner is the ultimate goal, I've set my ambitions a little lower with the hope of making it to the group of 32 for my chosen category. As you might expect, there are multiple rounds of judging whereby a winner is selected for each category and then those 16 images compete in head-to-head rounds until the GIA winner is announced.

On November 3rd of this year, the group of 32 for the Flowers category will be revealed and I'm hoping my entry is included in that group. What more is there for me to say other than, best of luck to my entry ... !!! Pretty In Pink !!!

07/06/2026

I'm pleased to announce two new artworks will soon be released on my website artxus.com.

The first artwork titled 'Perspective' will be a new addition to the Desertscape gallery. It will be offered in a 22"H x 26"W framed presentation.

The second artwork titled 'Desertwave to Tranquility' will also be added to the Desertscape gallery although it will be offered in a 26"H x 22"W framed presentation. And for those who prefer an acrylic encapsulated presentation, you'll find 'Desertwave to Tranquility' in our Masterpiece gallery as a 40"H x 30"W artwork.

The debut of these artworks comes at an opportune time as one will be submitted to the 'Art Inspired by Nature' online Exhibition presented by Manhattan Arts International from September 15th through November 15th 2026. Be sure to check this space to see which artwork is accepted for entry along with Exhibition details.

06/22/2026

I'm excited to share my first portfolio review written by Renée Phillips ... Curator, Writer, Author, Promoter and current Director of Manhattan Arts International. You can read the full article on the Manhattan Arts website at manhattanarts.com/charles-n-murphey

06/09/2026

As mentioned in my last post, engaging with my audience by promoting myself and the artwork I create will be the focus of my efforts beginning mid-year 2026. To that end, I'm pleased to announce an Art Review of my artwork portfolio will soon be available for all to read.

It is with great anticipation that I look forward to receiving the review currently being written by Renée Phillips ... Curator, Author, Writer, Promoter and current Director of Manhattan Arts International. As a long-time professional well established in the art community, her assessment of my portfolio will ideally provide validation of my efforts and accomplishments to date while simultaneously serving as motivation to continue my journey as a photographer / artist.

You can read the review in full later this week at manhattanarts.com/art-reviews where reviews are listed in alphabetical sequence by artist last name.

05/30/2026

Welcome to the reboot of my Facebook photographer / art page!

I'm a bit embarrassed to admit it has been three years since my last post. Shortly after making that post, I decided my time and efforts in the immediate future would be best spent expanding my artwork portfolio, developing the concept of a Masterpiece presentation and building out my website artxus.com.

I'm pleased to say as of mid-year 2026 all of those goals were achieved. So now the time has come to refocus my efforts on engaging with my audience by promoting myself and the artwork I create.

My sincere thanks to those who have followed me both online and quietly in the background.

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PO Box 7836
Surprise, AZ
85374

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Tuesday	9am - 3pm
Wednesday	9am - 3pm
Thursday	9am - 3pm
Friday	9am - 3pm

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