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Watching the sun paint bright swaths of purples and oranges across the desert sky this morning, I couldn’t help but find myself breathing it all in. Mornings like this are reminders that I’m part of a continuing story of something much bigger than this lifetime. For thousands of years, the desert has awakened to sunrises like this. Generations who lived, loved and survived long before us took in the same morning stirrings. I love having the opportunity to share stories that reflect the moment in time for our community. We are part of something greater, and the accomplishments, struggles, arts, and events our writers and photographers capture are threads that connect us all. This month, in addition to so many other great stories, I am excited to share photo essays of Native American life from talented photographers Scott Baxter and Jerry Jacka. The subjects of their work are an integral part of our past and present, but more importantly, I love how each photograph captures the human spirit. Their work is breathtaking, and I hope you enjoy it as much as I do! Thank you, again, for being part of this incredible journey we’re on at Images Arizona. Every day is a beautiful adventure, and I am grateful to

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An artist’s creative outpouring often exhibits traces of the different environments in which he or she has lived. Just like any other person, the malleable mind takes shape from what the eyes have witnessed, the nostrils have inhaled, the taste buds have savored, and the fingertips have felt. This encourages the mind to create its own perception of the world. Because of this perception, art enthusiasts will find details, even if miniscule, that reflect each specific artist. This guarantees that no two pieces of art will ever be the same. Some artists, however, are not only shaped by their surroundings, but are also inspired by it. Narciso Piu is one of those artists. Born and raised in Roggiano Gravina, a town in the province of Cosenza of southern Italy, Piu was driven to express his appreciation for the beautiful Italian landscape that surrounded him. “My town, like many in Italy, was located on the top of a hill,” explains Piu. “When I was around 10 years old I began painting the hills and valleys of those picturesque landscapes. I wanted to thank God for the beauty that I saw.”

“Flame Keeper,” oil on canvas, 30”x38”

Of course, as children grow into adults, they do not always pursue the passions of their youth. Thankfully, Piu had a strong desire to create just like the professional artists he appreciated. June 2017

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Clockwise from top left: “Proud Warrior,” oil on canvas, 42”x40”; “Son of Sun,” oil on canvas, 30”x30”; “Dancer and Shawl,” oil on canvas, 30"x36"; “Moon Guardian,” oil on canvas, 40”x42”

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“When I was a kid, I would admire paintings. I thought that one day I might paint as well,” Piu says. “As soon as I could, I started training formally in art. I trained in pottery and fine arts at Istituto Statale D'arte in Italy and then at the School of Visual Arts in Manhattan once I immigrated to the United States.” That immigration occurred when Piu was 25 years old. He became an American citizen and took jobs working as a ceramic artist and cartoonist. It wasn’t long before his new home welcomed him fully. A prominent Manhattan-based newspaper advertising firm, Metro Graphics, noticed Piu’s artistic talents and offered him a job. This he accepted and continued for the remainder of his professional career. Not only did he remain, but he thrived. As the firm’s feature illustrator, he became one of the most published US newspaper artists during that period, and one of the last to illustrate advertisements by hand. After such a long and successful art career, Piu could have walked away from art altogether. But that was not the case. Piu’s desire to create was just as strong as the day he stood as a young boy before the hills and valleys of Roggiano Gravina.

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Now standing before a different landscape, Piu finds it just as conducive for creating. And, for him, the landscape isn’t quite so different. “We moved [to Anthem] from a community called Terravita in Scottsdale because I needed a bigger room to paint in and because we knew it would be a good place to retire,” says Piu. “Arizona has bright sunshine, light and shadow that I need when I paint. And it's also very similar to the climate and landscape that I grew up in.”

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Painting is the mode he now uses to express himself artistically, and it is what allows him to experiment with color. “My brother painted a water color painting and I decided that I could do one better than him. I knew that I could do something more interesting with the colors,” Piu recalls. “To this day I enjoy color, mixing warm colors with cold colors, and everything about it.”

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“Desert Princess,” oil on canvas, 42”x40”

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This fascination with color, along with the surroundings he’s become familiar with in America, motivated Piu to create another collection — a tribute to the aboriginal people of the United States. He says, “I was inspired by the vibrant colors of traditional Native American ceremonial garb and the character of Native American people.” With such a complex subject matter, Piu first set out to understand all facets of tribal costumes and roles. He read books, magazines and any other publication he could find. Eventually, he gathered the required information and began a collection of 22 oil on canvas paintings, ranging in size from 30 inches by 24 inches, to 50 inches by 38 inches. Regarding the style, he says, “For this collection, I knew that a modern, graphic interpretation would be best for these portraits. I also like to use colorful backgrounds in portraits and these subjects were perfect for that as well.” This beautiful collection — filled with rich colors, movement through shapes and forms, and images that reflect the strength, depth and culture of native tribes — has been wellreceived by the public, both internationally and locally. Collectors from New York to Milan have procured pieces from this collection. Additionally, a piece was also chosen by the former vice president of the Italian Football League and the Italian Football Federation (FIFA), Antonio Matarrese. The Mayo Clinic has also applauded his collection, featuring pieces in their 2011 Mayo Clinic calendar, the Scottsdale Mayo Clinic gallery and the Mayo Clinic Hospital art gallery. Because of that support, the late Andy Eisenberg, an important Heard Museum Guild leader and art collector, came across Piu’s work and was inspired to purchase a piece. While his Native American collection enjoys its own success, it’s not the first time Piu’s art has been recognized, especially by his current community of Anthem. In 2006, during the Anthem Festival of Fine Arts, he earned the Ribbon of Excellence for one of his art pieces. And his oil on canvas painting, “Madonna and Child,” is on permanent display at the St. Rose Parish in Anthem. No matter where Piu makes his home, from Italy to Anthem, he finds inspiration. This translates into paintings that skillfully explore the diverse world in which we live. piuart.com June 2017

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COMMUNITY arts // announcements // culture Writer Grace Hill

Fine Art JUNE 1-AUG. 20

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JUNE 6 SCOTTSDALE’S MUSEUM OF THE WEST PRESENTS JOHN COLEMAN

HEARD MUSEUM PRESENTS FRIDA KAHLO & DIEGO RIVERA

“Of Spirit and Flame,” an

This exhibit showcases 33

ongoing show, includes more

works by the famed Mexican

than 20 bronze sculptures

artists. Included are more than

by American West sculptor

50 photographs taken of the

and painter John Coleman.

duo and clothing and jewelry

See website for admission

representing Frida Kahlo. Check

prices and museum hours.

website for admission prices

Scottsdale’s Museum of the

and hours. Heard Museum, 2301

West, 3830 N. Marshall Way,

North Central Ave., 602-252-8840,

Scottsdale; 480-686-9539,

heard.org.

scottsdalemuseumwest.org.

JUNE 2, 3

PHOENIX SYMPHONY PRESENTS PAUL MCCARTNEY Actor, singer and recording artist Tony Kishman, alongside the Phoenix Symphony, presents the greatest songs of Paul McCartney. Experience the greatest hits of “Yesterday” performed by a four-piece band alongside The Phoenix Symphony. Friday and Sunday shows, 7:30 p.m.; Saturday show 2 p.m. Tickets $25–$125. One North First St., Phoenix; 602-495-1999, phoenixsymphony.org.

JUNE 2, 9, 16, 21 MUSIC IN THE GARDEN AT DESERT BOTANICAL GARDEN Enjoy live performances each Friday night by some of Arizona’s best musical entertainment on the Ullman Terrace stage. This month’s entertainment includes William Eaton & Friends, Sahnas Brothers Band, Robby Roberson Band and Wes Ringel, Scott Dunlap and AZ Dueling Pianos. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., concerts held 7:30–9:30 p.m. Guests must be 21 or older to attend. 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix; members $25, general public $30. dbg.org/music-garden.

JUNE 3 BITE NITE

Join top chefs across the Valley for Bite Nite at the Westin Kierland Resort & Spa to raise funds and awareness for ALS. Guests experience signature tastes while enjoying cocktails and live entertainment. This year’s Bite Nite will feature our exclusive mystery boxes, silent auction, live auction, and other innovative, energy-building appeals. Must be 21 and over. Registration closes June 1. $150 single tickets; $1,500 table of 10. 6902 E Greenway Pkwy, Scottsdale; bitenite.org Photo courtesy Scottsdale's Museum of the West June 2017

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Events

JUNE 6-DEC. 31 SCOTTSDALE’S MUSEUM OF THE WEST: GRAND CANYON GRANDEUR

JUNE 5

This new exhibition features

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more than 50 artistic depictions of the Grand

Scottsdale Public Art presents

Canyon from the 1850s to

“Bird Cloud Island,” an art

1930s. Artists include Thomas

installation by Koryn Woodward

Moran, Eanger Irving Couse,

Wasson, which will include a

Gustave Baumann and Gunnar

birdfeeder workshop for all

Widforss. See website for

ages. Free. 9-10 a.m. Gallery

admission prices and hours.

at the Library, Scottsdale

Scottsdale’s Museum of the

Civic Center, 3829 North

West, 3830 N. Marshall Way, Scottsdale; 480-686-9539,

Drinkwater Blvd., Scottsdale; scottsdalepublicart.org.

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JUNE 17 FATHER’S DAY TEA English Rose Tea Room hosts a daddy and daughter tea. Dads who bring in their daughters (or sons) will eat for free. Reservations requested. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 201 Easy St., Ste. 103, Carefree; 480-488-4812,

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JUNE 18 BUTTERFLY WONDERLAND CELEBRATES FATHERâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S DAY On this special day, fathers can enjoy Butterfly Wonderland with a $2 admission discount. 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Butterfly Wonderland, 9500 E. Via de Ventura, Scottsdale; 480-8003000, butterflywonderland.com.

Events JUNE 10

FLAGSTAFF BEER TASTING FESTIVAL Returning for its 25th year, Made in the Shade brings craft beer tasting, food, beer competition and live music to the beautiful ponderosa pines. Proceeds benefit Sun Sounds of Arizona. General admission $55 (includes souvenir tasting mug and 24 sampling tickets). 1-5 p.m. Coconino County Fairgrounds, 2446 Fort Tuthill Loop, Flagstaff; 928-779-1775, azbeer.com.

JUNE 12-JULY 14 REIGNING GRACE RANCH WILD AT HEART DAY CAMP Reigning Grace Ranch offers girls ages 8 to 15 horse care lessons, nature walks, arts and crafts, leadership training, self-esteem building, and more! 4 sessions remain. $500 per session. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Reigning Grace Ranch, 28614 N. 172nd St., Rio Verde; 480466-2154, azrgr.org/day-camp.

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JUNE 20-SEPT. 30, 2018 SCOTTDALE’S MUSEUM OF THE WEST EXHIBITS WESTERN FILM ART “The Rennard Strickland Collection of Western Film History,” an inaugural exhibition, showcases the world’s largest collection of Western film graphic art. Includes film posters, lobby cards, and associated ephemera and memorabilia from the 1800s to the present. See website for admission prices and museum hours. Scottsdale’s Museum of the West, 3830 N. Marshall Way, Scottsdale; 480-686-9539, scottsdalemuseumwest.org.

JUNE 23-25 TOMBSTONE’S BUFFALO SOLDIERS DAYS This June, head to Tombstone to salute the Buffalo Soldiers. Event includes street entertainment and a parade. Other events to be announced. Free. Allen Street in Tombstone, 520-266-5266, tombstonechamber.com.

Photo courtesy Butterfly Wonderland June 2017

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JUNE 28-JULY 4 WORLD’S OLDEST RODEO

Prescott Frontier Days presents the 130th annual World’s Oldest Rodeo at the Prescott Rodeo Grounds. Since 1888, this traditional event has occurred annually over the 4th of July weekend with eight breathtaking performances. See website for ticket prices and events. Prescott Rodeo Grounds, 840 Rodeo Dr., Prescott; worldsoldestrodeo.com

JULY 8, 9

PRESCOTT INDIAN ARTS MARKET The 20th Annual Prescott Indian Arts Market features Native American sculpture, paintings, exquisite ceramics, distinctive jewelry and hand-

Experience WEARABLE ART AND MORE AT GALLERY ANDREA In June, Gallery Andrea will feature abstract artist Jessie Banaszak. Additionally, Andrea de Kerpely-Zak and Andrea Zakrzewski, the mother and daughter team behind the gallery, have created a line of wearable floral fashion, custom made from their artwork. Gallery Andrea, 7019 E. Main St., Scottsdale; 480-481-2530, artandrea.com.

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woven baskets and blankets. It also includes demonstrations, musical performances and Indian fry bread. Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 415 W Gurley St., Prescott; 928-445-3122, Ext. 28

LOCAL ACTOR PRODUCES ITALIAN CHILDREN’S SHOW “Ciao Bambolini – Italy for Kids,” an entertaining and educational show produced, directed and created by local actor Michael Tassoni of Tassoni Media, teaches children about Italian language, music, art, food and culture. The show will feature Tassoni and original music and graphics. Digital streaming now available on Amazon and ciaobambolini.com.

ANDAZ SCOTTSDALE RESORT & SPA RECEIVES TOP RECOGNITION Congratulations to Andaz Scottsdale Resort & Spa on being included on Condé Nast Traveler magazine’s 21st annual Hot List. This list includes the best, new hotels worldwide, and includes only 22 from the United States. Andaz Scottsdale Resort & Spa, a mid-century inspired resort, opened at the end of 2016 and is located in Paradise Valley. scottsdale.andaz.hyatt.com.

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Writer Grace Hill Photographers Scott Baxter and Jerry Jacka

As the sixth largest state, totaling 113,998 square miles, Arizona provides an extensive terrain to explore and admire. However, the landâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s richness comes from more than the juxtaposition of desert and mountain landscapes. It also exists in the people of the land â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the native tribes of Arizona.

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Tribe Diversity Arizona is home to one of the largest native tribe populations in the country. Currently, 22 tribes are federally recognized throughout the state. Two of the largest reservations in the United States can be found in Arizona: the Navajo Nation, located across Arizona, New Mexico and Utah, and the Tohono Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;odham Nation, located in south central Arizona.

Photographer Scott Baxter

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Scott Baxter Hometown: Hartford, Connecticut Current: Paradise Valley; Arizona resident since 1982 Photography experience: Self-employed professional photographer since 1986. Experience in commercial, editorial and corporate photography. Last five years focusing on fine art photography. Regular contributor to Arizona Highways with work featured in The New York Times; Cowboys & Indians; American Cowboy; Western Horseman; and Men’s Journal. One of his works is part of the permanent collection at Phoenix Art Museum. His book, “100 Years 100 Ranchers,” is available for purchase on his website.

Photographer Scott Baxter

Experience photographing native tribes: “Just starting at it. I’m kind of known more for my Western work of ranchers and cowboys, but in 2013 Arizona Highways had me photograph a cover based on cowboys and Indians. They brought in a gentleman named Jones Benally, who’s very well-known. He’s a very famous hoop dancer and Navajo medicine man. I then met his family and subsequently did some photography of him and his son. I’ve been working with them for a few years now. That’s where I kind of set out.” Thoughts on capturing the essence of the human spirit in a photo: “I do things like talk to them about what is important to them, and places that are important. I kind of allow the subject to take me to those places, so to speak. It allows me to attach some sort of reverence to the photograph, not just for myself, but more importantly for the subject. When you are trying to get somebody to really let their guard down, it’s kind of a little bit of a dance you have to do with the subject. It’s easier if you work with them instead of directing them. To be patient. There’s a moment there that you know is correct.” scottbaxterphotographer.com

Photographer Scott Baxter

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Celebrations With so many native cultures located in Arizona, people living in or visiting here have countless opportunities to observe the non-religious ceremonies performed by different tribes. One traditional gathering, often called a pow wow, brings members of tribes together for a time of dancing and singing, enjoying friendships new and old, and preserving their heritage and culture. Non-tribal guests are sometimes invited to experience these pow wows first-hand. This opportunity allows for a deeper understanding and appreciation.

Jerry Jacka Hometown: a small ranch north of Phoenix in the New River area Current: historic ranch near Heber Photography Experience: “My photographic career spans more than 60 years. I have 15 books to my credit and my photos have appeared in Arizona Highways magazine, National Geographic, TimeLife and many other publications.” Purpose behind photographing native tribes: “Raised in an area that was once inhabited by the Hohokam culture, I developed an early interest in all Native Americans. Because of that interest, I naturally turned my camera toward the people and their art – an art that I love and a people that I admire and respect.” Advice on respecting native tribes through photography: “Sensitivity to the morés and traditions of the people is of the utmost importance. One must always ask permission before photographing anyone and must never violate restrictions that prevent photography. Remember that their homes are just that — their homes; not some museum exhibit built for you to explore or photograph.”

Thoughts on capturing the essence of the human spirit in a photo: “There is beauty in everyone and I attempt to capture that ‘special something’ in each person. If the subject is relaxed, perhaps doing something natural to him or her — carving a kachina, weaving a rug, or harvesting the corn, that ‘something special’ shines through.” jerryjackaphotography.com

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Art Throughout history, native peoples have been regular contributors to the world of art. They have created and continue to create beautiful and intricate pieces of pottery, paintings, wood carvings, basket weavings and much more. Often, these pieces of art come from a place of tradition, worship and daily life. A common theme reflected in their art is an appreciation and understanding of the natural world, and

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because of this they frequently incorporate colors, elements and images found in nature. Historical Sites Since many native tribes of Arizona have lived here long before Arizona even had a name, the state features amazing historical sites. In northern Arizona, the Wupatki National Monument preserves Citadel and Wupatki pueblos. The Palatki and

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Honanki sites feature cliff dwellings in the red rocks near Sedona. And the Tuzigoot National Monument, located just north of Cottonwood, preserves a 2- to 3-story pueblo ruin. These are just a few of the many monuments and ruins scattered across Arizona.

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To understand the history of Arizona, one must also understand the history, diversity and complexity of the native people who have lived here for many generations. However, access to any aspect of their life should be done with respect and gratitude. What may seem like â&#x20AC;&#x153;normalâ&#x20AC;? behaviors by non-tribal members, might offend a Native American. Coming to them with a desire to openly learn the culture will ensure that all involved will leave with a greater appreciation for one another.

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Writer Lara Piu

Enjoy Fifth Annual Flagstaff Blues and Brews Festival Continental Country Club Driving Range 5200 Old Walnut Canyon Road, Flagstaff Saturday, June 10 11 a.m.–9 p.m. $35 flagstaffblues.com

As if soaring temperatures aren’t enough incentive to leave town, Flagstaff is all-the-more more enticing this month as it hosts the Blues and Brews Festival. Held June 10 from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. at the Continental Country Club Driving Range on 5200 Old Walnut Canyon Road, the festival returns with a full, fun-filled day of music, beer, food, entertainment for kids, arts and crafts vendors and more. “Flagstaff Blues and Brews is an annual music festival held in June in beautiful Flagstaff,” event producer Jennifer Grogan says. “We are excited that we get to continue to bring in Grammywinning artists and that we grow our event year after year.” Ten bands, including Soul Summit, Mother Road Trio, Sistahs Too, Harlis Sweetwater Band, Chubby Carrier and the Bayou Swamp Band, and Victor Wainwright and the Wild Roots are slated to perform. “I am looking forward to seeing our awardwinning lineup,” Jennifer adds. “We have some amazing artists who will grace our stage and put on an incredible event.”

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Now in their third musical decade, brothers Luther and Cody Dickinson of North Mississippi Allstars will headline the festival. Luther is also the lead guitarist for the Black Crowes. “The blues is not children’s music,” Luther says. “We get better at it the older we get. We’re so fortunate to be able to do it.”

Known for its Southern and rock blues sounds, North Mississippi Allstars has received multiple Grammy nominations, appeared on shows like “Late Night with Conan O’Brien,” and was temporarily the house band for “Last Call with Carson Daly.” In addition to musical entertainment, the festival will offer a large selection of domestic beers for $6, ciders for $6, wine for $8 and microbrews for $7-8. Look for craft selections like Mother Road Tower Station, Four Peaks American Pale Ale, Mudshark Full Moon Belgian Style White Ale, Lumberyard Red Ale, Barrio Blonde Ale, Mother Road Lost Highway Black Ale, Oak Creek Brewing Nut Brown Ale, Odell 90 Shilling, Four Peaks Sun Bru Kolsch Style Ale, Prescott Brewing Ponderosa IPA, and Odell Loose Leaf Session Ale. A food area will feature a wide range of vendors like Sally’s BBQ, Hot Bamboo, Pearson’s Cajun, 3 in the Tress, and El Capitan. There will also be a kids’ area with coloring and bounce houses, more than 20 arts and crafts vendors, free hydration stations and free re-entry. Attendees can bring in one sealed bottle with up to 32 ounces of water. Jennifer also recommends a hat, sunscreen, lawn chairs, an umbrella lower than three feet, dancing shoes and a good attitude. “Enjoy yourself,” she advises. “Flagstaff Blues and Brews does all we can to make guests feel comfortable and we want them to have a good time.” flagstaffblues.com

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Ed Mell’s naturalistic landscapes are transportive masterworks that capture the sweeping vistas of the Southwest’s mountains, mesas, and monuments and the billowing clouds that soar above them. From his landscapes and figurative paintings to his bronze sculptures, Mell’s use of angle, light and shadow infuse his subjects with dramatic power and inspire a sense of awe. It’s a perspective that first came about after the Phoenix native had ventured far afield to New York City in pursuit of a career in advertising, but an experience on a Hopi reservation soon made him realize his heart — and his home — were right back here in the Grand Canyon State. Mell’s Coronado district studio sits just a few blocks from where he grew up. His gallery, which opened April 2015, is nearby in what used to be a small neighborhood grocery store. Gallery director Ken Richardson manages it with the participation of Mell’s wife, Rose Marie. It’s also the same area where he raised his two sons, Taylor and Carson. Taylor is an artist currently living in Phoenix and Carson is a television writer and illustrator living in Los Angeles with a soon-to-hit-the-small-screen animated series for TBS. They grew up coming to Mell’s studio after school, soaking up the knowledge and camaraderie of their father and his fellow artists. Mell himself spent his childhood immersed in art. In those days, he was always drawing and discovered his passion for the automobile, something that remains today as he is an avid car collector. “In high school, I wanted to be a car designer,” says Mell. “Even in grade school I was drawing cars. It’s sort of a symbol of freedom, of the future, especially in the 1950s. Some of the artwork for concept cars was just off the charts. I have one or two pieces I’ve collected. Consequently, a lot of the cars I’ve owned match my aesthetic.”

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After attending Phoenix Junior College, Mell attended Art Center College of Design in Los Angeles, where he studied to become an art director. “I was able to get a good technical background,” says Mell. “Color theory, illustration, graphic design — all of the things I think are important, and I still draw on them.” Mell landed jobs with Young and Rubicam, and with Kenyon Eckhardt in New York City, working on high-profile accounts and living at the speed of big city life. “I saw people living the dream in New York, but it wasn’t my dream,” says Mell. When a friend asked if he’d like to teach in a summer arts program on a Hopi reservation in northern Arizona, Mell jumped at the chance. In 1971, he spent the first of two summers teaching in the program. “It was a nice escape,” says Mell. “I went from New York City to a village of 200 atop a mesa. The Hopi reservation and Monument Valley were new to me. There were so many things I hadn’t experienced until I came back. That was a big influence.” By 1973, Mell had permanently moved back to Phoenix and began painting in oil. His graphic design background is revealed in his early work (though he still creates modernist pieces today) and it tends toward the minimalistic, with more muted colors and strong angles. He soon met a legendary helicopter pilot who would afford him the chance to gain a perspective of the land that few have had the opportunity to see and it would change his future. Jerry Foster was a larger-than-life helicopter reporter for Channel 12 (KPNX) news and, after Mell threw out the hint that a helicopter offered the ideal vantage point for an artist, Foster offered a four-day trip. The only instructions were to pack light and to meet atop the KPNX building. His adventure with Foster took him to the top of San Francisco Peak, to several of the formations in Sedona, then down into the Grand Canyon when it was still legal to land there. Next, they flew to Marble Canyon, all the way to Lake Powell. The views were spectacular and, for Mell, it cemented a direction for his art. “Needless to say, there were moments of terror and bliss,” says Mell. “I was viewing the scenery with so much adrenaline running through. I was very fortunate. A lot of those things you can’t do anymore in a helicopter. There was such a degree of excitement that, when I returned, I tried to tap into that in some way.”

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The excitement and drama in Mell’s work has attracted a slew of avid collectors across the United States and around the world. His pieces often begin as a series of miniature paintings. From those, he may create several canvas studies, combining elements that he likes from the smaller pieces to become an average-sized painting. Sometimes collectors ask for larger pieces. He just completed a 40-inch by 80-inch painting depicting a monsoonal downpour across a landscape of red rock monuments. A small run of about one lithograph per year is issued with a master lithographer out of Texas. The colors and the feel of the original shine through. Beyond the breathtaking landscapes, Mell is also known for his depictions of flowers — often cactus blooms, figurative studies of people and animals, and bronze sculptures, which he began creating in 1985. His sculptures feature the same angular elements as his paintings and are similarly full of movement, with palpable energy. Two of his sculptures that can be viewed locally are “Jack Knife,” derived from one of his paintings, which sits at the center of Old Town Scottsdale’s Main Street Arts District, and “Rising Phoenix,” which occupies Cesar Chavez Plaza outside Phoenix’s old City Hall. A large copy was also gifted to Phoenix’s sister city, Hermosillo, Mexico.

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A new thrill was seeing his art come alive on stage as the backdrop for the world premiere of composer Craig Bohmler’s “Riders of the Purple Sage” by Arizona Opera. The project was the first of its kind, and Mell completed the series of paintings that were used as guides for set designers. The scenery in the adaption of Zane Grey’s novel went from diorama to massive set, with a background LED screen and 28-foot-high foreground pieces of Surprise Canyon in a scene that slid on and off set via massive cables. A documentary about the process is forthcoming and there are plans for the wildly successful show to travel to other venues in the future. “The set designers are real pros,” says Mell. “It was a very fun and satisfying and experience. I’ve never been involved in a standing ovation before, but they called me out on stage to join them for the curtain call.” It was a new experience, but certainly won’t be the last. For his part, Mell continues to paint, sculpt, enjoy road trips, classic car shows, and time with family — doing what he loves in the place he’s (almost) always lived: Phoenix. edmellgallery.com

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Writer Grace Hill

The sky lights up as dazzling fireworks fly high and bright, while onlookers voice their merriment with oohs and aahs. With a boom, bang and pop, Fourth of July once again brings family and friends together to not only celebrate the joy of summertime, but more importantly, to commemorate our nationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s independence and freedom. Here are some of the coolest Fourth of July celebrations around the Valley. Dress in your best red, white and blue attire and watch the fireworks soar above!

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Frontier Town’s Fourth on the First Located in Cave Creek, guests will get a Western Fourth of July experience with mechanical bull riding; live entertainment provided by Redneck Revolution and The Saints of Las Vegas; and food like tasty street tacos, delicious margaritas, sugary cotton candy and more. Children will also enjoy cooling off at the splash area. The night comes to an exciting finish with a fireworks display at 9 p.m. Free admission. 4 p.m. Frontier Town, 6245 E. Cave Creek Rd., 480-488-9129, frontiertownaz.com.

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Anthem Independence Day Celebration This Fourth of July festival, going strong for 18 years, brings 20,000 people to the event each year. Spread throughout the Anthem Community Park, all sorts of fun will ensue, including wet and dry rides, inflatables, dancing and more. Guests can bring food and non-alcoholic beverages or purchase items at the food court and rotary beer garden. The night ends with a national anthem performance and fireworks show. Free; $15 wristband required for inflatables and rides. 6-10 p.m. Anthem Community Park, 41703 N. Gavilan Peak Pkwy., 623-7426050, onlineatanthem.com/independence-day.

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Cave Creek’s 3rd of July Fireworks Extravaganza Another great Western Independence Day celebration showcases the largest fireworks display in Cave Creek. This family-friendly event, hosted by Harold’s Corral, Roadhouse and the Buffalo Chip, features live music by Crown Kings and Hillbilly Deluxe; kids’ activities; and food and drink specials at all three restaurants. Free and reserved seating is available to watch the fireworks. Discounted room rates at the Carefree Resort & Conference Center encourage guests to stay overnight and explore the town. Free admission. 5 p.m. Harold’s Corral, 6895 E. Cave Creek Rd., 480-488-1906, haroldscorral. com; Roadhouse, 6900 E. Cave Creek Rd., 480-488-3300, hideawayroadhouse.com; Buffalo Chip Saloon, 6811 E Cave Creek Rd., 480-488-9118, buffalochipsaloon.com.

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Fabulous Phoenix 4th One of the largest fireworks displays in the metro Phoenix area will once again shine brightly over the 100,000 plus spectators watching below. The free, familyfriendly event includes live performances, interactive exhibits, arts and crafts, a classic car display, rides, inflatables, water spray zone and more. Guests will also enjoy delicious festival-style food and beverages as they watch the fireworks. Free. 5-10 p.m. Steele Indian School Park, 300 E. Indian School Rd., 602-2626011, phoenix.gov.

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Fourth at the Fountain New this year, all holiday entertainment will be free to allow the whole community to attend. Included in the entertainment is music by DJ Steve Grosse, games and prizes. Guests are encouraged to bring chairs, blankets and picnic baskets for a relaxing Fourth of July celebration. Some sweet treats will also be available for purchase. At 9 p.m., a beautiful fireworks display over the lake will end the evening. Free. 6-10 p.m. Fountain Park, 12925 N. Saguaro Blvd., 480816-5185, experiencefountainhills.org.

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Scottsdale’s 4th of July Celebration at WestWorld This Fourth of July celebration will keep guests cool in the 300,000-square-foot fully air-conditioned venue. The event features a remarkable list of entertainment, including a kids’ zone; Stunt Master's BMX show; All-Star Stunt Dogs Challenge by Stunt Dog Productions; a bull riding rodeo presented by Dirty Money Cattle Company; and pony rides and petting zoo from Carter's Farm. Guests will also enjoy food and drinks and a magnificent fireworks display at 9 p.m. See website for ticket prices. 3-9:30 p.m. WestWorld of Scottsdale, 16601 N. Pima Rd., scottsdale4th.com, westworldaz.com.

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Tempe Town Lake Festival This 66th annual Independence Day celebration showcases some of the best fireworks in the Valley and will launch to the beat of music from the Mill Avenue Bridge. Singer Kianna Martine will perform the national anthem followed by country songs. Soul and pop singer Levi Rebel will also perform. The event includes a flyover, rides, rock climbing walls, inflatables and more. An extensive food court will feature hamburgers, hot dogs, Macayo’s Depot Cantina, BBQ, fry bread, snow cones, ice cream, drinks and more. 5-10:45 p.m. Tempe Beach Park, 480-350-5189, tempe4th.com.

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There is an old saying that life imitates art; yet experience would humbly but audaciously suggest that the adage is insufficient. Life does not imitate art so much as it is art. Our journeys through life are full of choices and twists of fate — each part of a composition filled with brush strokes of suffering, joy, darkness and light. Some of us live safely within the lines of paint-by-number lives, while others dive boldly into color, risking it all by venturing outside boxes to create something completely new. Either way, in the end, we are left with an objet d’art uniquely our own. For award-winning Sedona chef Lisa Dahl, the culinary masterpieces she has created have been more than the culmination of business savvy and classical training. In fact, to call what this self-trained cuisinier and best-selling cookbook author does a “career” would be to do her a great disservice. She has twice earned an illustrious invitation to serve dinner at the James Beard House in New York, once in 2014 and a second time in January of this year, an honor reserved for only the most notable chefs in the world. She has been tapped for many more awards for the food she creates and the wine lists she culls. But it isn’t the honors that motivate Dahl. Each of her Sedona restaurants, from the upscale Mariposa Latin-Inspired Grill, Dahl Ristorante Italiano (formerly Dahl and DiLuca) and Cucina Rustica Italian Dining, to the casual yet chic Pisa Lisa Pizzeria Autentico not only imitates, but is her life.

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Each is a canvas upon which she has splashed shades of passion and depth, boldly displaying her own essence, not only in the ambiance, but also in rich dishes with layers of flavor that, like their creator, are rife with unexpected brilliance. The most ambitious of her expressions is her newest restaurant, Mariposa. With succulent original offerings like mejillones con chorizo (mussels baked in roasted tomato and white wine bouillabaisse with grilled chorizo and charred corn), center-cut filet mignon with Mariposa signature gorgonzola chipotle sauce, and French-cut Australian rack of lamb with roasted yellow pepper coulis and cilantro-mint pesto, the menu alone is worth the short drive from Phoenix. Yet it isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t only the food that beckons patrons to return time and again. High on a hill along Sedonaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Highway 89A, Mariposa is a phenomenal monument molded and honed with the care and love of a nurturing mother. Sturdy stone, roughly hewn beams and individually aged, hand-riveted metal panels stand strong against a backdrop of majestic red rocks. Two acres of carefully laid pavers are an understated yet elegant work of art on their own, and a splash of green lawn with telescopes for viewing the magnificent Sedona night sky extends like an oasis past large outdoor patio areas.

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It is difficult to want to wander past the inviting patio, where herb boxes filled with esculent art, a fire pit surrounded by river rock cultivated from the nearby earth, and reflecting pools of water offer a balance of elements as gentle breezes meander through the open air. The view is nothing less than stunning. Passing through the tremendous 800-pound door artfully crafted from stones hand-picked from Africa and South America and polished to illuminating perfection, the inner world of Mariposa, and of Lisa Dahl, is revealed. This 6,000-square-foot sanctuary reflects both masculine and feminine energy. Elements of earth, water and fire texture the floors, walls and surfaces of sleek yet exquisite kitchen and dining areas. Photographs taken in Argentina, Uruguay and Chile — the culinary and visual inspirations for the concept — and intriguing and impressive video elements bring all who enter into an almost surreal other world. Twenty-three-foot high windows frame umber Sedona mountain views unrivaled by human creation. And the chef d'oeuvre: butterflies. Present but not cliché, monarchs spread their wings in symbols of life and transformation, which is really what it is all about. Mariposa, meaning “butterfly” in Spanish, opened in 2015 and is already making a name for itself on a national level. Dahl’s signature creativity is in every detail. Above all, Mariposa is a testimony of a mother’s love, and a tribute to Dahl’s son Justin Jones, whose own life was cut short at the age of 23. In early 1994, the two were living in San Francisco. They were a team; they shared a love of music, dancing and cooking, and talked of one day opening a restaurant together. Then, on Palm Sunday 1994, Justin borrowed his mother’s bike and went for a ride. He spotted a man stealing a backpack from someone with a cane and chased him down. When he caught up with the thief, he was stabbed. In a single moment, in a split-second horrible choice from his killer, Justin’s life ended. In many ways, Lisa’s did, too. She came to Sedona to heal. As so many have found, the calm of juniper-studded pathways and towering red rocks nurtured her soul. As Oak Creek rose then fell again as its June 2017

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mighty temper waxed and waned, the wounds in her life began to form scars. Though they covered and replaced the peace and joy she had known, like a monarch butterfly, they transformed her life into something stronger and more meaningful.

complete all the processes of this colossal labor of love. It is now in its final stages, however, and with dinnerware carefully chosen and an expert staff waiting to serve the first customers, Mariposa is very near completion.

Through her process of healing, she created. She cooked, she conceived, she collaborated and she built. From her fortitude, Dahl and DiLuca was born. Glamorous but warm, this first foray into the restaurant industry is where Dahl began to make a name for herself and her “Mediterranean soul food.”

There is no doubt Mariposa is the opus of this part of her life’s journey, not only because of its outstanding location, unprecedented menu and museum-like artistic elements. Through the walls and from within the gently lit ambiance is the sense that this place has been nurtured with a healing love. Some may say it is Lisa’s vision that she has carried out with intention and great care.

Next came Cucina Rustica in nearby Village of Oak Creek. While Dahl and DiLuca radiates a refined, more formal personality (much like an oldest child), Cucina Rustica is its comfortable younger brother. Still, the menu exudes perfection, and the layering of flavors and textures is not compromised in the relative casualness. Pisa Lisa Wood Fired Authentic Pizzeria was the next to come along. This time she was also inspired by the love of her late father, who used to gently pinch her and smile, saying, “I want a little piece of Lisa.” Completely different from its older brothers, Pisa Lisa is more like the fun-loving little sister of the three restaurants. But Mariposa — Mariposa is the masterpiece. It has been no small feat to find artists and craftsmen (and women) to trust to share her vision. It has also not been simple to

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She believes in something more. Behind her work, a love has continued to grow, and in quiet moments, she sits with the mountains and sky and listens. Like a whisper, she hears a gentle voice that guides and soothes her. Within the walls of Mariposa, she is at one with her soul, and with Justin, who continues to walk silently by her side, providing the inspiration and love that pushes Dahl forward. Because Dahl’s life, and this place, are nothing less than art — beautiful, creative and courageous. For Dahl, it is passion expressed in the most creative of ways. For the rest of us, it is a gift of delicious connection and inspiration that, like art, will be remembered long after we depart. mariposasedona.com

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During the spring, most teenagers are probably thinking about the end of the school year and the endless carefree days of summer ahead. But for one Scottsdale teen, the last few months have been filled with moments most golfers would consider bucket list-worthy. For Mason Quagliata, a sophomore at Notre Dame Preparatory High School, the ultimate spring of his young life began in April at golfâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most hallowed ground â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Augusta National. There, Mason won top honors at the Drive, Chip and Putt national championships held during Masters week. Then, in early May, he competed in the U.S. Open local

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qualifier at his home course, DC Ranch, going head-to-head with professional and amateur golfers 20-plus years his elder, carded a 69, and earned a spot as an alternate for regional qualifying. All pretty remarkable stuff for a kid who just started playing golf five years ago. A Master-ful Experience The Drive, Chip and Putt Championship is touted as a free nationwide junior golf development competition aimed at growing the game by focusing on golf's three fundamental skills employed in golf. Founded in 2013 by the Masters Tournament, the USGA and PGA of America, it is held the Sunday before the Masters and is broadcast live on the Golf Channel. In just a few years, it has already become one of the great new traditions in golf. Mason’s journey to the finals at Augusta began nearly a year ago at The Phoenician Golf Club, where he blasted a 315-yard drive to finish in the top three and advance to the regionals. “I hit it really good,” says the soft-spoken Quagliata, who participated in last year’s Drive, Chip and Putt competition but did not advance to the finals. This year was a different story, however. After advancing through the local qualifying at The Phoenician and sub-regional at Grayhawk, Mason won the regionals at the famed Riviera Country Club in Los Angeles to become one of 10 finalists in the boys’ 14-15 age group. "I feel amazing because all the stress of regionals is gone and I have made it to the final spot,” Mason said at the time. Then it was on to Augusta. Arriving for his 6:30 a.m. start time, Mason was inspired by the drive down the dark Magnolia Lane at dawn, where so many champions have ventured before. When it was time to tee it up, he put that inspiration to work. Mason carded a 270.2-yard drive (third best in the field), an 11’1” chip aggregate (second best in the field) and a 5’10” putt aggregate (fifth best in the field) to finish tied atop the leaderboard with Andrew Scholz of Hingham, Maine. In the playoff — a 15-foot putt on Augusta’s 18th green — Mason putt it to about one foot to win the championship. “Playing in front of a big crowd for the first time was incredible,” said Quagliata. “I had to not really think about it too much and play quickly to keep from getting super nervous or thinking about the crowd.” The trip to Augusta wasn’t all business for Mason, though. He was able to watch the pros play their practice rounds Monday June 2017

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and Tuesday, sat at Amen Corner, met Nick Faldo and dined in the Founders’ Room. “They treated me like one of the pros,” said Quagliata. Which is something he could get used to. Competing with the Big Boys After traveling to Augusta, experiencing the dramatic win at the Drive, Chip and Putt Championship, and appearing on national television, Mason returned home to recharge his batteries. But he didn’t have long because he had another goal in sight: the U.S. Open Championship. Each year, thousands of golfers tee it up at hundreds of local qualifying sites across the nation on what they hope is the start of their journey to the U.S. Open. One of this year’s qualifying sites was DC Ranch, Mason’s home course where he has played nearly every day for the past two years. Riding high after his victory at Augusta, Mason was confident in his chances despite the fact that he would be competing against a field of men 20 or more years older than him — and most of whom were professional golfers.

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“I know I can win big stuff now,” he said. After tying a personal-best 69 at DC Ranch during his qualifying round May 8, Mason found himself just five strokes off the lead and tied with four other players for the final alternate spot. Once again he was in a playoff. Showing the resolve of a seasoned veteran on an extremely windy day, Mason birdied the first hole, forcing additional playoff holes with one other player. After two more holes, Mason drained a 15foot birdie put to secure the win. He is now the second alternate and will compete in regional qualifying in Dallas or Newport Beach, Calif. if the other qualifiers drop out. Mason gives much of the credit for his recent success to all his coaches over the years, including Andrew Getson, Hank Gardner, Dick Hyland, and his current coach and caddy at the U.S. Open qualifying, John Kostis. Kostis is the son of CBS golf analyst Peter Kostis and is an instructor at the Peter Kostis Golf Academy at Grayhawk Golf Club. He has been Mason’s coach for about six months and says he is passionate about working with young golfers. “Teaching golf, you get to see the light bulb go off and people enjoying it,” John says. “Especially with the junior high- and high

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school-age kids,” he says. “Being a younger guy myself helps me relate to them a little bit. I think they see me as a peer.” Mason agrees. “He’s younger, more laid back, jokes around,” says Mason. “He gets juniors a lot more than some other coaches.” And Mason’s mother Shannon definitely sees a difference since Mason hooked up with John. “Mason really connects with John, which has made a great difference in his game,” says Shannon. “Golf is such a serious, mental game that John teaches while taking some of the seriousness out of it, and is good at keeping it fun while still focusing on the skills of the game.” “He is also one of the youngest coaches Mason has had, so Mason sees him more as a friend than a coach. They goof around and make jokes during their lessons, while still working on important parts of the technique,” she adds.

Meet Mason Favorite sport (other than golf)? Football Favorite movie? Happy Gilmore Favorite golfer? Rickie Fowler. “He has the coolest outfits and he’s small like me.” Best piece of golf advice you’ve ever received? Don’t overthink it when you are playing. The most difficult thing about golf? Mentally staying in the game. What would you serve at your Champions Dinner at Augusta National? Italian, spaghetti and meatballs and a pizza cookie for dessert

A Bright Future Ahead With all his recent success, it’s hard to believe Mason first picked up a club just five years ago when he was 10 years old. He played golf with his grandfather and participated in golf camps, which he says “made the sport fun.” He started playing competitively in Junior Golf Association of Arizona events at age 13 and continues to do so nearly every weekend. Other than that, Mason is just a normal 15-year-old kid who likes pizza, playing basketball, hiking and swimming. But unlike other teens — and most average golfers — he consistently drives the ball 270 yards off the tee. He once connected with one that went 415 yards at DC Ranch, although Mason jokes that it was straight downhill with wind at his back. The key to big drives? “Load up and swing hard. Trust that,” says the 5’3” Mason. Mason will be too old to play in next year’s Drive, Chip and Putt Championship, but he has much loftier goals, such as competing in the Junior World Championships in California in July. He also has his eye on playing for a Division 1 college in a few years. “I still have a lot of work to do with my game before getting in front of the schools I want to play for some day. After that, we’ll see about the pros,” Mason says. Who knows? Someday he may even add his name to the growing list of so many professional golfers who call Scottsdale home. Mayfair. Rahm. Casey. Quagliata. Kind of has a nice ring to it, doesn’t it?

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A picture tells a thousand words, but for artist IdaKatherine Graver, it is a thousand dots that tell a life story. After quietly working in the background for the last four years, she’s re-emerged in the public eye with her new acrylic-on-wood fine art collection, “One Lived Life.” “Things feel ready,” IdaKatherine says. “When I moved the pieces out of this studio world, I could hear one say, ‘I’m so glad to be leaving this room.’” Each piece tells the story of a person’s journey through IdaKatherine’s unique means — layers upon layers of dots. She meticulously places them alongside other painted shapes; it’s her way of making sense of the world. “I’m always looking for why are we here,” IdaKatherine says. “I need there to be meaning in life. I’m not comfortable without meaning.” In February she unveiled “One Lived Life” in the Studios at Bentley Projects exhibition area, where she also has a working space. She moved into the approximately 350-square-foot vaulted celling art studio in April 2014 to create larger-than-life pieces for the series. Today, some of her pieces measure up to 8-feet by 8-feet. Many of them took more than six months to create. So far, there are six in the new series, which IdaKatherine says is a taste of what’s to come. She creates the dots by laying wood planks flat on sawhorses. This allows her to drop each dot with precise intention. “Dots, to me, are a way of looking at time and space, so it’s always like a moment or a time,” she says, explaining the meaning behind the colors. “Color is my mother tongue. The golden ones are a more abundant, joyful, peaceful moment, and the dark ones are more of an effort, the unknown, and the difficult. I don’t really have a science for it, but it’s my language.”

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Writer Lara Piu Photography Bryan Black and John Dowd of Clutch Photos

In Background "Heaven and Earth," mixed media, 8' x 12' June 2017

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Left:"One Lived Life #3," mixed media, 96" x 96" Right: "Refugee From Aleppo," mixed media, 96" x 96" Bottom: "Lucas," mixed media, 44" x 68"

Each piece in the series depicts the good, the bad and the ugly of life, and IdaKatherine’s interpretation is magical. Stories of happy lives, difficult ones and even the life of Emily Dickinson are told. The bottom of each painting represents the conditions a person was born into; the mid section represents the person; and everything upward and outward from that is the person’s interaction with the universe. IdaKatherine explains, “I feel like everything we do creates something unseen,” she says. “In America we’re moving so fast that we’re not feeling that anymore. I think that everything that someone does makes part of the universe.” In one piece, “A Well Lived Life,” she follows a life born unto fertile ground, community, health and abundance. In this piece, the subject has made the most of their time on earth, she explains. “They’ve had a lot of good fortune and they’ve created something that looks something like this.”

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Framed in a gold altar-like structure is “Lucas,” a darker story. It walks through the life of IdaKatherine’s oldest son’s best friend. He was someone they loved very much who was hard-hit by mental illness.

“He was so golden, and all of a sudden it was taken away,” she remembers. “Because of his circumstances, he knew people from all over the world, but as he was sick, people pulled away because they were not comfortable with [his mental illness]. I think his world got quite small.” Although his life ended in suicide, the piece shows how Lucas had a tremendous impact. “When he died, he had the most amazing service. People came from all over the world. [The service] took 10 hours. I’ve seen a great change in the world as a result of his death; his essence spread over many people.”

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Top: "Holiday," mixed media, 54" x 22" Left: "One Lived Life #3," mixed media, 96" x 96"

I've never made one single decision that would let me be a banker.

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Not one.

Another story of struggle is told in “A Refugee from Aleppo,” I which IdaKatherine paints a person living in the war-torn country. At the bottom is the beautiful Arab culture, and their good and not-so-good ideas, she explains. It tells the story of the Sunni, the Shia and the individual, and their effort to survive. “It’s still quite a beautiful life,” she explains. “I feel like we should be celebrating the courage of the people of Aleppo.” The “One Lived Life” collection is perhaps a natural succession to IdaKatherine’s earlier series, “Heaven and Earth,” “Divine Anatomy” and “The Way Things Work,” which also explore life and living themes. “I’m always wanting to make sense of things from a distance, although I cannot understand them right now. There’s kind of a motion. I think over time things are better. It’s slow, but I feel like it’s working toward better. “ IdaKatherine has first-hand experience with generational improvements. Her mother, also a brilliant artist, struggled greatly to find artist peers, but IdaKatherine was able to trade babysitting time with neighborhood moms, which allowed her to be an artist and raise her and her husband’s three sons. “That was a big blessing,” IdaKatherine says. In fact, both of her parents were formally trained artists; her father attended Cranbrook Academy of Art in Michigan and her mother attended Pratt Institute’s School of Art in New York. After graduating, her parents moved to southeastern Texas where they created a spacious art studio and foundry. They rubbed off on IdaKatherine, who’s been painting since near-birth. Her father has a cast of her first piece, a fish she drew in the sand at 18 months old. He made canvas her childhood toy. “When we were bored, he would say, “Oh! Well, I will set up a still life and you can do contour drawing,” she jokes. “We didn’t take many vacations, but when we did, we went to museums.” As an adult, IdaKatherine desired a more typical life and considered becoming a banker, but like the dots in her paintings, her life choices were intentional, resulting in the path she’s on today. “I've never made one single decision that would let me be a banker. Not one.” idakatherinegraver.com June 2017

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Tucked in the heart of Papago Park’s ancient rocks is Arizona Heritage Center, where you can travel through time, gain a new appreciation of Arizona’s natural resources and enjoy desert views as you wander the grounds. Home to Centennial Museum, the center celebrates more than 100 years of central Arizona history through its exhibits and programs. Now through early next year, it’s also home to the Phoenix Phabulous History Mural, a series of indoor murals that thoughtfully and creatively tell the story of Phoenix. “The Arizona Heritage Center at Papago Park is excited to welcome both patrons and new visitors to see the Phoenix Phabulous exhibition as part of the center’s vast collection of photos and displays telling the story of our Valley’s people and their dreams,” AZ Heritage Center director Tawn Downs says. “The local mural artists engaged with this collection are excited to meet the public and share their stories during five hosted presentations.”

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Writer Lara Piu

Using large painted murals — 16 in total — the installation breaks the local history down into nine time frames, depicting the early Hohokam period through Phoenix’s imaginary future. The collection was launched by native Phoenician and business leader Carole Poore in 2013. To date, the murals have traveled to more than 12 Valley public gallery spaces. With Hugo Medina as curator, they were created by 16 local artists, including Angel Diaz, Damian Jim, Katharine Leigh Simpson and Justin Queal. The artists combined major time periods with Phoenix events, landmarks, leaders, issues and urban legends, many of which are also reflected in other museum displays. “The collection reflects commitment by talented local artists to learn about, and then illustrate the unique and dramatic story of Phoenix,” Poore says. “The murals create opportunities to show the fortitude it took to create a desert community, and our storytellers share fascinating personal stories about their connections to our city and aspirations for its future.”

A mural created by artist Darrin ArmijoWardle offers a glimpse into the life of the city’s founding pioneers, water stewardship, and perseverance to build a community while surviving hot weather and periods of drought and floods. Other murals feature the introduction of air conditioning, a shift from agriculture to industry after World War II, the development of Phoenix’s high-rises, the city’s emergence as a key player in the Southwest Metropolis, and the city’s higher education, bioscience and urban core revitalizations. As part of the installation, the center will host a storytelling series that will feature authors, local artists, historians and Arizona celebrities. Several other special events and exhibits are also planned this year: July 13: Sonoran Silver Exhibition: An exhibit celebrating the 25th anniversary of the McDowell Sonoran Conservancy. Learn about this beautiful natural treasure through photos and displays. October: Footprints on the Desert:Frank Lloyd Wright in Arizona: An exhibition featuring Frank Lloyd Wright’s life and work in Arizona, and his lasting legacy. Exhibition developed in collaboration with the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation. October: Spirits and Spirits Festival: An outdoor festival featuring distilled spirits and a variety of spooky spiritthemed entertainment. Food trucks, local distillers, wineries and craft breweries, ghost stories and more! January 18, 2018: Phoenix Phabulous: Closing reception featuring Phoenix News Celebrities. arizonahistoricalsociety.org

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S'mores Bars Yield: 9-12 Bars

Writer and photographer Monica Longenbaker

Nothing screams summer like s’mores. These irresistible s’mores bars feature a graham cracker and chocolate chip cookie base smothered with toasted marshmallows. While bonfires may not be portable, these ooey gooey s’mores bars pack up easily for picnics, summer barbecues, or can even be enjoyed all year round.

Ingredients: ¾ cup brown sugar ¼ cup granulated sugar ½ cup unsalted butter, softened 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 egg 1 ¼ cup all-purpose flour ¾ cup graham cracker crumbs (about 6 crackers pulsed) ½ teaspoon baking soda ¼ teaspoon kosher salt ½ cup chocolate chips plus 2 tablespoons for the top ½ cup miniature marshmallows (or to taste) Directions: Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease an 8”x8” pan and line it with parchment paper. With a standing or handheld mixer, cream the brown sugar, granulated sugar and butter together on medium speed until fluffy, about 1-2 minutes. Add vanilla extract and egg and continue to mix on medium speed for 2 minutes. In a separate bowl, combine the flour, graham cracker crumbs, baking soda, and salt. Gradually fold the dry ingredients and ½ cup of chocolate chips into the wet ingredients until just combined. Transfer the dough to the prepared pan and flatten the top. Sprinkle remaining 2 tablespoons of chocolate chips on top. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Top with remaining marshmallows and broil for 1-2 minutes or until browned on top. Remove from the oven and allow to cool before cutting into bars.

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