Visual Arts

Residents of historic Phoenix neighborhood near downtown are squaring off over whether murals should be allowed on exterior walls and alleyways.

Here are 10 of the best murals of 2018 in Greater Phoenix, making statements about peace, the environment, and immigration, among other issues.

See everything from stencil art to zine art at these 10 First Friday exhibits.

From intricate drawings of anatomy to installations of found objects, Phoenix galleries and museums served up plenty of eye candy during the first half of 2018. Here are our picks for the best.

Curator seeks to redress imbalance in art world by presenting nearly 50 works by women from museum’s permanent collection in monthlong exhibit.

ATTN broke art lovers.

Shadow puppeteer and animator takes her show on the road, will perform in Phoenix July 2.

All for free.

The Valley is awash with work by artists with Arizona ties, ranging from outdoor installations and murals to gallery exhibits, that put immigration issues in the spotlight.

Denise Yaghmourian installation, “Objects of Memory,” is a collaboration of objects.

No money, no problem.

Some First Friday shows are still on exhibit, but here is a list of new art displays for June Third Friday in Phoenix.

Shadow Play sculptures, controversial when installed in 2015, fit the space better today because of surrounding developments.

Here are opportunities to learn dance, glass-blowing, writing, acting, and other arty skills at classes and workshops throughout the Valley this summer.

The project, valued at $63.5 million, would entail facilities and programming for digital and sensory technology, film and media arts, and entrepreneurial support.

Phoenix Library system’s flagship reopens June 16 after being closed nearly a year because of storm damage and flooding. At least $8 million went to repairs and improvements.

Artist Bob Booker wants to draw attention to gun violence by posting targets at locations in Roosevelt Row.

Phoenix art museums and venues want proposals from creatives.

Here are some top choices for artwork and events offered in various Phoenix neighborhoods on First Friday in June.

The winner of 2017 Contemporary Forum artist award is exhibiting his work at Phoenix Art Museum.

Julio César Morales wins $5,000 prize; will exhibit in museum’s Contemporary Forum in 2019.

Don’t be boring.