To say ‘Steve Rude is an interesting dude’ would be putting it lightly.The Peoria-based, Eisner award-winning artist made his bones in the comic book industry during the ’80s and ’90s. Rude became a prolific artist through his work on the science-fiction epic Nexus with co-creator, Mike Baron, and employs a drawing…
More changes are afoot for the gallery scene at the intersection of Roosevelt and Fifth streets. In addition to Pravus shutting its doors at the end of the month, funky art haven Infinitas Gallery has closed down as its proprietors are moving to a new location.Justin McBee and Jen Lux,…
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?David Welch is a sculptor/photographer who splits his time between Savannah, Georgia and Martha’s Vineyard, Massachusetts. His latest (and ongoing) series, Material World, is a…
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? Meghann Gilligan is the very proud owner of a 1961 Lil Loafer Travel Trailer that she’s lovingly named “The Tin Gypsy.” Gilligan’s a Portland-based…
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 might be able to find Stephane Guisard and Jose Francisco Salgado surrounded by some seriously high-tech equipment at the Very Large Telescope in the…
An action-packed First Friday is happening tonight, but it’s not the only event worth partaking in this weekend. The grand opening of the new studio space over at Frances is also happening, the usual slate of pool parties are scheduled to transpire, and there’s a massive lowrider show over in…
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…
Artist: Thomas Schultz Medium: Photography Something viewed as a product of human conception or agency rather than an inherent element. The series Artifact contains photographs of manmade objects found in the landscape, seamlessly melded with photographs of textures shot on location…
We’re a mere four days away from the Electronic Entertainment Expo (or E3). In these hallowed halls of video game promotion, our inner children will revel in the sheer delight of catching those brief, first glimpses of video gaming’s immediate future. We will merely pretend to work as we secretly…
Image and buzz are everything in the club and nightlife scene in Old Town Scottsdale. They grab attention, get people talking, and, most importantly, cause them to beat a path to your door. Both image and buzz are apparently going to be the key to success for Scottsdale’s newest joint,…
Saint 22, at 15th Avenue and Thomas Road, hasn’t been open long, but it’s already a conversation topic — and with good cause. Owners Kelly Hale, Glen Purvis, Kathy Apodoca, and Rick Wood know just what their neighborhood needs (and wants): bright, unique décor, eclectic must-haves–from dog collars to pillows–and…
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? Don’t know where to start with your summer reading?Maybe you should start with your Eva Alessandrini and Roberto Saporiti-designed bookcase. …
After covering Phoenix nightlife and entertainment for almost 10 years, 944 Magazine announced it will be closing shop after the run of its June issue.944 Media was founded Tempe in 2001. The creator later sold his interest in the company, but the magazine continued and expanded to include editions in Atlanta, Dallas,…
Space is at a premium inside the historic Garfield district home of Renetto-Mario Etsitty. Racks of dishes and stacks of chairs dominate his living room along with numerous long tables and shelves filled with knickknacks, a library of books, and plenty of DVDs. While most of this stuff is used during late-night…
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It’s that time of year when some of us are a bit more free to get out of town occasionally, and whether you want to go or have to go, you might need a guide to diversions in strange places. Curtains is happy to visit such exotic locales as Anthem…
Artist: Andrew Armstrong Medium: ink and sharpie marker I drew this for about 3 months to represent what I think of when I think of Phoenix. An oversized burning Phoenix Suns logo is the piece’s sports connection and focal point. The sunrays in the distant horizon shine on Camelback mountain…
Mexican culture is deeply rooted in ancient civilizations, tales of adventure and conquest, and expressive art forms that influence neighboring countries and communities. But today, these stories of tradition and lifestyle battle with overwhelming news of the country’s increasing crime, poverty, and drug violence.Four panelists will meet for a Zócalo…
When New Times blogger Michelle Martinez and her partner, musician E.J. Rodriguez, are not watching movies, they’re talking about them.They’ve even been known to stop a movie to discuss it. E.J.: For the longest time I thought of Will Ferrell as an overexposed actor who stretched his SNL skits out…
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? Bill Cosby may not know much about complementary colors, but the man, along with his television family, does know how to wear a sweater…
There’s a great moment in Julie Taymor’s 2002 film, Frida, where the title character (played by Salma Hayek) appears for a formal family portrait dressed in men’s clothing, much to her mother’s horror. It may be a romantic oversimplification of Mexican culture, but it’s a better representation than the gangs,…
