Some Phoenicians believe that spring is just a myth perpetuated by greeting card companies and the Easter Bunny. It’s easy to believe, given that the sunny, 70-degree weather that most people associate with spring doesn’t always stick around in these parts. But even if the weather doesn’t play along, there…
As any cipher will likely tell you, DJing is the most vital of the four elements of hip-hop. And when it comes to Valley vinylists who understand the importance of providing a head-nod heavy soundtrack for rappers, breakers, and graf artists, Tricky T is one of the best around. As…
There are a few signs that the dastardly bitch known as summertime is about to make her impending return to torment the Valley yet again: The mercury starts bubbling up to the high 90s, clothiers begin busting out with swimwear and board shorts, and the annual onslaught of pool parties…
JB Snyder is a full time artist, muralist, and fun-loving hedonist. The 28-year-old has set up two solo shows in the past year and has added his painted stained-glass signature to spots all over the valley, but he’d rather talk about last night’s debauchery.Snyder’s known for incorporating bright colors and…
Note: Since this post has been published, the Director of Communications at Bravo has denied that the show is coming to Arizona, as reported by the Republic. While Drybar may have been quick to hint of the cast members’ appearances at the DryBar opening and/or the show’s potential, we’re waiting…
Drinking, eating, and perusing local goods is a great way to spend a Wednesday night — especially when everything’s happening at a stylish hub like Trader Vic’s at the Hotel Valley Ho. On Wednesday, April 20, Raven Events will hold its “Sip, Shop & Socialize” mixer at Trader Vic’s. The…
When fans and followers of the sci-fi series Stargate: SG-1 step through the center of Ilan Averbuch’s stone sculpture Landmark at the Central Avenue and Camelback Road light rail station, chances are likely they’re fantasizing about traveling to distant worlds to fight aliens such as the Goa’uld and Ori. They’re…
The concept of starving artist has been mocked, clichéd, and even substantiated, but Alwun House and the New York Foundation for the Arts are hosting a workshop on April 23, in hopes of helping local artists secure funding and avoid the stereotype.Kim Moody, Alwun House director, will host Program Officer…
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?You heard it here: “paper cut,” or just “paper” animation is making a comeback. There are a few tutorials and a ton of great collections…
In case you haven’t checked the calendar lately, tomorrow’s April 20 (aka “4/20”), which means a hell of a party for any marijuana lover or connoisseur of cannabis culture.This year, 4-20 takes on an added significance — Arizona’s recently enacted medical marijuana law just went into effect, much to the…
Looking for something to do this week? “Night Owl” is a quick guide to special nights at bars and clubs around town. We’ll give you a few hints re: cover, dress code, music and atmosphere. Every Thursday marks Open Mic Night at Monkey Pants Bar & Grill. Open Mic Night at…
In Tempe, there are lots of hookah lounges serving the college set, but one of our favorites is Crave Cafe & Lounge on Mill Avenue, right next to Harkins Valley Art Theatre. The best day to visit Crave is Sunday, when there are fewer college students crammed into the lounge…
Word’s out: Tomorrow, Jackalope Ranch is turning one year old, which means a birthday card for any fan of the mythological creature is in order. The hot pink jackalope had to be used, of course, and it seemed only fitting to go out with a stencil.Learn how to make a…
Allison Karow (aka Sunny Sealeopard) and Amalia Wilson (aka Amalia Ynternet) share a love for designing new concepts for art shows. Last year, the two hosted a show in Wilson’s kitchen where there art was tucked away in cabinets and drawers, encouraging visitors to hunt for and interact with pieces. On…
Just south of Downtown Phoenix cuts a riverbed that offers one of the great hidden paved trails in the entire Valley. Based around the riparian zone that also hosts Arizona’s Audubon center, the Rio Salado Restoration Habitat Area is lined by quiet, easy trails with some amazing glimpses of wildlife…
You should be done with your spring cleaning by now, which means you have plenty of time to get involved. Here are eight calls out for local creatives in a variety of formats/media, organized by deadline. Get going!1. Be a SMoCA Docent If you love contemporary art, learning, and talking…
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? In January, Michigan-based designer, Drew Melton, put the call out on the internet for practice material in the form of words and phrases. Four…
Tempe artist Adam Dumper (aka Dumperfoo) has been swamped for the past several weeks. Not only has the 39-year-old been performing live painting at The Blunt Club and other hip-hop gigs around town, he’s spent hours working with local photographer Sol.Exposure on their collaborative art project, The Next Movement.”We’ve been…
Don’t be fooled: Super Happy Funtime may sound like a kid friendly event, or something with a bouncy house. But the only things bouncing around during the racy, crazy burlesque show at The Duce on Saturday, were, well, not houses. We stopped by to take a few fashionable notes (and…
In two days (on 4/20), Charles Band’s latest marijuana sci-fi movie, Evil Bong 3D: The Wrath of Bong, opens nationwide. The film is presented in 3D and “Smell-O-Vision,” which is basically a scratch and sniff card with eight different scents.We got a peek at The Wrath of Bong on Saturday…
In today’s example of underwear gone rogue (and totally wrong), we bring you JeanPants, which give the look and feel of denim in the form of underwear, that also look like they might cut off circulation and seriously reduce your sperm count.In the same vain as ‘pajama jeans,’ these $61…
The annual Arizona Governor’s Arts Awards recognizes local artists, organizations, educators, businesses, and individuals for contributions to the local arts and culture scene. The Arizona Commission on the Arts announced nominations for the 2011 awards in February and celebrated the winners last week. Awards were given to the following:Artist: Martin…
