It may never rain enough (or be cool enough) to wear a raincatch in Phoenix. The oversized, tubed rain coat is the brainchild of Copenhagen Institute of Interaction Design students, Hyeona Yang and Joshua Noble. When worn correctly (and when it’s actually raining outside), the jacket collects, purifies, and stores rain water…
As reported on Chow Bella, Gina and Derrick Suarez closed the doors of their coffee house/cafe/art gallery and vacated their space on Grand Avenue this week. Building owners are now looking for new tenants for the main space and artist studios in Paisley Town. Laurie Carmody, who owns the property at 1030 Grand Ave.,…
Artist: Monica Robles Medium: Digital Photography Ever since I moved to Phoenix I have been fascinated by this hotel. I was drawn to the old neon sign and interesting textures on the weathered walls. I feel this hotel has many stories to tell. I just love that Phoenix still has pre…
Artist: Francisco GarciaMedium: Mural (on 23rd Avenue and Buckeye Road in Phoenix)In 2009, I had read an article in the New Times of a Maricopa County deputy who had broken a mothers arm and interrogated her. Their reasoning for committing such an act was because she was undocumented, from my…
One new idea for every day in 2011. We’re talking big, small, local, international, in action, and on the drawing board. Here’s today’s — what’s yours?The spring of 2010, Willie Downs knew he was studying to work in the wrong field. His dream was to go to animation school, but he opted…
in downtown Phoenix since April. Come October, the oldest warehouse in Phoenix will host the city’s first Design Museum. Mark Dudlik, a local designer and the museum’s co-founder, says the project’s been in the works since 2009, and is an effort between himself and designer Tanner Woodford, with the help of copywriter…
Artists: Royal Lescher and Leslie MahoneyMedium: Architecture With the Hanny’s Building, the latest style was the International Style. This technique became trendy in the United States by the 1930’s, but did not reach Phoenix until the late 1940’s. This branch of the Hanny’s department stores was the “go-to” place for…
One new idea for every day in 2011. We’re talking big, small, local, international, in action, and on the drawing board. Here’s today’s — what’s yours?The group behind German Digital Agency Jung von Matt couldn’t help but notice that with advancements in technology, a few of their favorite items had…
Artist: Leslie-Jean Thornton Medium: Digital Photography This was taken in April 2011 — a grab shot seen by chance as I was driving near Roosevelt in downtown Phoenix. The garden took my breath so I pulled over to capture the image. Suddenly, a woman appeared in the perfect hollyhock-matching dress…
One new idea for every day in 2011. We’re talking big, small, local, international, in action, and on the drawing board. Here’s today’s — what’s yours? It’s Labor Day, which means you shouldn’t be here, or anywhere near something that could be close to working. But since you’re here, we…
Artist: Stacey Champion Medium: Digital Photography For those of you not familiar with Downtown Phoenix, there’s downtown and then there’s “downtown” downtown (downtown2). Living in the Coronado Historic District, compared to other cities where I’ve lived, I would consider where I live to be midtown, as it’s north of the…
One new idea for every day in 2011. We’re talking big, small, local, international, in action, and on the drawing board. Here’s today’s — what’s yours? Forget the espresso or upcoming line of fall fashions, this summer, the French have been all about the Post-Its. For the past few months,…
One new idea for every day in 2011. We’re talking big, small, local, international, in action, and on the drawing board. Here’s today’s — what’s yours? Like a true Phoenician, Nancy Hill is sick of the heat. And like a true creative, she’s taking it out on her letterpress and…
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 dish out some…
Medium: PosterThe countdown to Best of Phoenix continues! Last year, we profiled 100 Creatives who made a mark on the local arts scene. This year, we’ll have 100 creative representations of Phoenix. No scope or requirement on medium or size — we’ll include photography, painting, sculpture, video, installation, literary, and more. What do you see when…
Nothing says Labor Day and the last gasps of summer quite like a good dose of fruit — and liquor. In a last-ditch effort to cool off and wholeheartedly prepare for the weekend, we vaguely recalled times spent in the dorms with watermelons, funnels, and spigots … and decided to…
Lionsgate released the latest trailer for Hunger Games, based on the popular trilogy by Suzanne Cullins. With about five sentences, three explosions, and a one minute peek into the anticipated film, the trailer may temporarily soothe the anxiety and crazed twitches of YA literature fans after the end (?!) of Harry…
September is here, and with a variety of local, creative opportunities up for grabs and a school year back in session, it might be time to set up shop or settle into a space and get some work done. Beatrice Moore, Grand Avenue’s arts maven and big-time property owner announced this…
Artists: Greg Esser and Christina Felix Medium: Hand-cut paper We wanted to create a portrait that captures the DIY energy and the eclectic scale and variety of the Roosevelt Row Arts District. There is such incredible energy and activity in the historic bungalows in the shadow of the high-rise core, all…
One new idea for every day in 2011. We’re talking big, small, local, international, in action, and on the drawing board. Here’s today’s — what’s yours? It may be in Ursus Wherli’s nature (and sense of humor) to appreciate things neat and organized. The Swiss artist and comedian spends hours…
Artist: Peter Martori Medium: Digital PhotographyThis photo shows Macayo’s restaurant along Central Avenue. I grew up in Phoenix and spent a lot of time along Central. We rode our bikes to Park Central, took the bus home from the movies, cruised endlessly in long loops up and down the main strip…
