28: Rachel Malloy

When we last put the spotlight on 100 creative forces in Phoenix, it was no secret there were more than 100 individuals who were making waves in the local arts community. So as we count down to our annual Best of Phoenix issue, we’re profiling 100 more. Welcome (back) to 100 Creatives. Rachel Malloy…

29: Robert Diehl

When we last put the spotlight on 100 creative forces in Phoenix, it was no secret there were more than 100 individuals who were making waves in the local arts community. So as we count down to our annual Best of Phoenix issue, we’re profiling 100 more. Welcome (back) to 100 Creatives. See also:…

Downtown’s First Friday (Sept. 7)

Art walks are more often about people watching and shenanigans and less about the actual art. We’re here to guide you through both. Presenting our very own Field Guide — an evolving guide to art walks around town. From time to time, we’ll introduce some of our favorite spots and…

30: Chris Pruitt

When we last put the spotlight on 100 creative forces in Phoenix, it was no secret there were more than 100 individuals who were making waves in the local arts community. So as we count down to our annual Best of Phoenix issue, we’re profiling 100 more. Welcome (back) to 100 Creatives. Chris Pruitt…

Manufactured Landscapes

The work of Venezuelan-born artist Saskia Jordá is often influenced by its place. Now Phoenix-based, the artist specializes in site-specific installations and has filled rooms at the Scottsdale Public Library, a storefront on Mill Avenue, and corners of Shemer Art Center with industrial felt, hanging fabric, and geometric sculptures that…

Party and Parcel

Five years ago, Rachel and Jim Malloy applied their funky aesthetic and love for locally made clothing and accessories and set up shop in downtown Phoenix. Ever since, Bunky Boutique (named for Rachel’s grandmother) has been a sure stop on any of our gift-finding missions — yes, including those for…

31: Andrea Beesley

When we last put the spotlight on 100 creative forces in Phoenix, it was no secret there were more than 100 individuals who were making waves in the local arts community. So as we count down to our annual Best of Phoenix issue, we’re profiling 100 more. Welcome (back) to 100 Creatives. Andrea Beesley…

ASU Art Museum Hires Curator Julio Cesar Morales

See also: John Spiak to Leave ASU Art Museum in August See also: SMoCA Introduces New Associate Curator Emily Stamey See also: Can/Should Anyone Curate an Art Exhibition? A year after John Spiak left his curating post at ASU Art Museum for gig in California, the museum staff announced they’ll…

2012 Stylos Award Nominees Are Up for Vote

The Stylos Awards at the Phoenix Art Museum may not be until November 30, but the booths (in this case online surveys) are officially open and counting votes until September 30. Since they began in 2005, the Stylos awards have recognized those who reflect the accomplishments of the Latino community…

32: Sebastien Millon

When we last put the spotlight on 100 creative forces in Phoenix, it was no secret there were more than 100 individuals who were making waves in the local arts community. So as we count down to our annual Best of Phoenix issue, we’re profiling 100 more. Welcome (back) to 100 Creatives. See also:…

Five Must-See Events This Week

We know, the beginning of the work week sucks. But if you take a quick look at the calendar, you’ll see we’re off to a pretty good week of art events, sports games, dance parties, and more. Here are our must-see events from now to the weekend… Tuesday, September 4:…

Top Phoenix Arts and Culture Stories of the Week

If Bob Ross were alive today, he’d be painting happy little trees all over the place in ecstatic fervor for all the arts and culture happenings in Phoenix. To help you see the forest for the trees, here’s a recap of the top arts and culture stories of the week…

33: Ryan Gentry

When we last put the spotlight on 100 creative forces in Phoenix, it was no secret there were more than 100 individuals who were making waves in the local arts community. So as we count down to our annual Best of Phoenix issue, we’re profiling 100 more. Welcome (back) to 100 Creatives. See also:…

34: Cindy Iverson

When we last put the spotlight on 100 creative forces in Phoenix, it was no secret there were more than 100 individuals who were making waves in the local arts community. So as we count down to our annual Best of Phoenix issue, we’re profiling 100 more. Welcome (back) to 100 Creatives. See also:…

35: Jason Rudolph Peña

When we last put the spotlight on 100 creative forces in Phoenix, it was no secret there were more than 100 individuals who were making waves in the local arts community. So as we count down to our annual Best of Phoenix issue, we’re profiling 100 more. Welcome (back) to 100 Creatives. See also:…

The Pleasure of: A Short and Sweet Cinematic Pick-Me-Up

Sometimes we just need a small reminder of the joy in what Italian videographer Vitùc calls the “simple things of everyday life.” In less than two minutes, “The pleasure of” captures dozens of moments through a 7d lens on a 24mm Canon (though a few were admittedly taken with the…