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Sofía Rei and JC Maillard present Keter from John Zorn’s Masada Book 3 With Guest Percussionist Tupac Mantilla Saturday, March 23 | 7:30 p.m. $33.50–$43.50 In a unique project for voice and saz bass, longtime collaborators Sofía Rei and JC Maillard offer a superbly intimate and introspective study of the acclaimed source material.

Upcoming Concerts JigJam March 15 Masters of Hawaiian Music featuring George Kahumoku Jr., Nathan Aweau, and Kawika Kahiapo March 21 Omar Sosa and Seckou Keita: Transparent Water March 24 Antonio Sanchez and Migration March 24 Bill Charlap Trio March 29 MusicaNova Orchestra: The Forgotten Symphonies— Unveiling the Romantics March 31 And many more!

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ROOTS IN AMERICAN ART Writer Fadi Sitto Photography Courtesy of Heard Museum

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COMMUNITY EVENTS Writer Amanda Christmann

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AMALUNA Writer Joseph J. Airdo Photography Courtesy of Cirque du Soleil

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GROWING ARIZONA Writer Amanda Christmann Photography by Brenna Zumbro-Monke

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FORGING CONNECTIONS Writer Amanda Christmann Photography by Scott Baxter

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PUBLISHER Shelly Spence

MANAGING EDITOR Amanda Christmann

GRAPHIC DESIGNER Meaghan Mitchell

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Joseph Airdo Amanda Christmann Sue Kern-Fleischer Kyndra Kelly Shoshana Leon Shannon Severson Fadi Sitto

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It’s March already, and now that I’ve stepped solidly into 2019 with both feet, I’m feeling more confident than ever that this is going to be a great year!

This month’s Images Arizona magazine has, once again, made me proud.

Each of our four monthly editions is filled with uplifting stories about people and organizations making a positive impact on our lives. From visual artists to musicians, and from celebrity fundraisers to talented, hard-working, everyday people, our family of writers and photographers has tapped into some of the personalities that make our little corner of the world a beautiful place to be.

With every beginning comes an ending, and in the happiest of ways, I’d like to say goodbye to someone who has been a wonderful employee and friend for the last four years. Tatum Williams has touched me and so many of our clients with her smile and positivity, and I am proud to call her my friend. As she begins a new chapter in her life, I wish her all the best.

This month, I’d also like to acknowledge artist Jennyfer Stratman. I felt an instant connection to her work from the moment I saw it. Her sculpture portrays the deep message that, despite who we are and where we came from, we are all connected to each other, and to something so much greater than ourselves.

I’m happy to share that Jennyfer has flown in from Australia to spend an evening with us at Grace Renee Gallery in Carefree March 21. I’d like to invite you to enjoy an hors de oeuvre or two, see her art in person, and meet Jennyfer from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.

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Writer Fadi Sitto Photography Courtesy of Heard Museum

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Amidst a quaint open-air courtyard stands an epic structure of human history and grandeur: the Heard Museum.

The Heard Museum in downtown Phoenix is a must-see place to explore when you’re in the heart of our city. The museum is designated as a Phoenix Point of Pride, making it one of the 33 landmarks that represent the best features of the city for both residents and visitors.

One of the more essential ways the Heard supports American Indian artists and heartens their artistic endeavors is through fairs and festivals. The museum’s headline spring season event is the Indian Fair and Market.

Since its founding by Dwight and Maie Bartlett Heard in 1929, the museum has been dedicated to the advancement of American Indian art and presenting the stories of American Indian people from a firstperson perspective. The institution proudly houses rare, noteworthy exhibits that demonstrate the splendor

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and pulsating existence of traditional and contemporary art.

The 61st Indian Fair and Market is a long-standing, nationally recognized event held each year on the first weekend of March. It’s the largest art market in Arizona and is the secondlargest market of its kind in the country, attracting upward of 20,000 art lovers and collectors.

Invited participants include more than 600 juried Native artists from 116 tribal affiliations in the United States and Canada. There are also 44 emerging artists who are under the age of 18, presenting their skills and talents.

This celebrated art fest is put together and run by the Heard Museum Guild, the volunteer arm of the museum. The guild was founded in 1956 as a group of helpers dedicated to supporting the mission and programs of the museum; they are an integral part of all aspects and daily life of the museum.

The first guild members were originally all women, and the first male member was former Arizona Senator Barry Goldwater. He was a notable friend and strong supporter of the Heard Museum.

It’s no secret that Barry Goldwater loved Native American culture and people, and was known to be quite a good photographer; the museum houses many prominent photographs that Mr. Goldwater took.

Collectively, the 450 guild members have contributed well over a million volunteer hours. Additionally, their fundraising efforts provide upward of $150,000 annually to support Heard Museum operations, educational programs and activities.

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“There is a labor of love, warmth and longevity to this event,” says Anna Flynn, chair of the Heard Museum Guild Indian Fair and Market.

Anna, a former lecturer at Arizona State University has a passion for her volunteer work with the Heard Guild, and it shows.

“We insure all the art here at the Indian Fair is authentic while showcasing the cross cultural interactions you can have with the artists, the artists love to engage with the people,” she explains.

This year’s event will feature rows of specialty booths displaying handmade jewelry, paintings, photography, pottery, beadwork, quillwork and other artisan works.

“Just the number of different artists doing different things from different tribes is so dynamic,” Anna says.

The Indian Fair and Market extravaganza kicks off with the Best of Show reception and awards ceremony. This opening night ticketed affair spotlights the very best of the best in nine art categories, and showcases the creativity and talent of exhibiting fair artists.

In addition, there are highly anticipated cultural performances including the likes of Tony Duncan, a five-time world champion hoop dancer and Native American Music Awards Artist of the Year.

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If it’s traditional Native music you’re looking for, be sure to wander toward the fair’s courtyard stage, where you’ll enjoy listening to various musicians sponsored by Canyon Records. Catch live performances by Aaron White, Clark Tenakhongva and Xavier Yxayotl, just to name a few.

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Canyon Records of Phoenix produces and distributes Native American music and is one of the oldest independent record labels in the music industry, as well as one of the oldest cultural institutions in Arizona.

There is also a fabulous not-to-be missed fashion show held in the main courtyard. Who needs to go to Paris, Milan or New York for a lesson in style, when you can get that here in Phoenix? Preview a stunning array of must-have fashions and watch models walk the Heard catwalk in creations by designers of wearable art. All featured designers are invited fair artists.

If you bring the kids to the Indian Fair and Market, check out the happenings in the Steele Auditorium. Here you’ll discover Young Warriors Storytelling and Crafts with Violet Duncan, a fun interactive show complete with animal maskmaking, storytelling and sing-alongs.

Violet Duncan, who is the wife of the legendary Tony Duncan, is a legend herself. She too is a world-famous dancer, an author, and she was Miss Indian World 2012. As such, she represented all indigenous people of North America.

Violet effortlessly combines traditional dance styles and storytelling to interpret tales passed down from generation to generation. She has performed for audiences across the United States, Canada and Europe.

World-class community events like the Indian Fair and Market solidify this Arizona treasure as the preeminent museum of American Indian art.

The Heard Museum continues to be a preserved home, giving voice to a uniquely American people. heard.org/fair

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COMMUNITY

2019 MARCH

Writer Amanda Christmann

March 8

BROADWAY, PHAT PACK STYLE Join this four-man group of spectacular Broadway performers for a program filled with American standards, Broadway show tunes, insider stories and comedy. Part of the Pinnacle Concert Series. $35–$50; students free. Pinnacle Presbyterian Church, 25150 N. Pima Rd., Scottsdale. 7:30 p.m. 480-303-2474; pinnacleconcerts.com

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CELEBRATE NATIVE AMERICAN ART

Desert Awareness Committee hosts

March 8–10

Conservation Center to discuss how

SCOTTSDALE ARTS FESTIVAL

The 61st Annual Heard Museum

you can find a balance between

It’s time again for one of the oldest

Guild Indian Fair and Market offers

welcoming wildlife and maintaining

and most loved arts festivals in the

a unique opportunity to appreciate

safety. Donations accepted. Holland

West! The Scottsdale Arts Festival

the traditions and skills of Native

Community Center, 34250 N. 60th

celebrates its 49th year with the best

American artists. Live performances

St., Scottsdale. 6:30–8 p.m. azfcf.org

in visual, culinary and performing

Nikki Julien of Southwest Wildlife

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arts throughout the 20-acre Scottsdale

and under. Heard Museum, 2301 N.

Civic Center Mall park. $12; two-

Central Ave., Phoenix. 9:30 a.m.–5 p.m. Saturday; 9:30–4 p.m. Sunday.

602-252-8840; heard.org

March 4

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exhilarating but daunting. The

March 7

LUMINATE: LUXURIOUS ART GLASS Buffalo Collection presents an artists’ reception for Jared and Nicole, a husband and wife team of blown glass artists. Free. 7044 E. Fifth Ave.,

Sharing the desert with coyotes,

Scottsdale. 5:30–8 p.m. 480-946-

rattlesnakes and bobcats can be

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day pass $20; $6 for students; free for children under 12. 3939 N. Drinkwater Blvd., Scottsdale. 10 a.m.–6 p.m. March 8, 9; 10 a.m.–5 p.m. March 10. 480-499-8587; scottsdaleartsfestival.com

March 9

SPRING IS IN THE AIR North Valley Symphony Orchestra brings in the delightful sounds of the season with an imaginative collection of concertos and overtures. Among the talented performers, Summerford Violin Concerto Competition winner Haley McKeown will perform Vivaldi’s Violin Concerto in A minor on her new violin. $5. North Canyon High School Performing Arts Center, 1700 E. Union Hills Dr., Phoenix. 7 p.m. northvalleysymphony.org

March 9

GEOLOGY OF SPIRIT Two poets, two photographers. Come for the opening reception, including a live poetry reading and more.

Exhibition features photographers Patrick O’Brien and Cyd Peroni, and poets Rosemarie Dombrowski and Lois Roma-Deeley. Runs through

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March 15–April 14 AMALUNA

Don’t miss Cirque du Soleil’s riveting performance that puts more women in the spotlight than ever before. $55+. State Farm Stadium, 1 Cardinals Dr., Glendale. cirquedusoleil.com

March 10

SING FOR HOPE

March 10

elderly independence. $50 per person;

The Carolyn Eynon Singers present

SHRINE OF THE AGES CHOIR

“Sing for Hope: A True Lesson In

With performances at venues such

Carefree. 5–8:30 p.m. 480-488-1105;

Harmony,” a collection of uplifting

as Carnegie Hall, the Vatican, and

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songs that will leave you smiling.

Sydney Opera House, NAU’s Shrine

$20. Scottsdale Bible Church, 7601

of the Ages Choir is not to be

E. Shea Blvd., Scottsdale. 4–6 p.m.

missed. $15; students free. Pinnacle

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Presbyterian Church, 25150 N. Pima Rd., Scottsdale. 2 p.m. 480-303-2474;

March 10

DON SHIRE IN CONCERT

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and recording artist, for an evening of classical, jazz and gospel music.

Savor the flavors of gourmet food, live

Free. 34605 N. Tom Darlington Rd.,

music and more for this fundraiser

Scottsdale. 4 p.m. 480-488-3384

to benefit Foothills Caring Corps’

Presbyterian Church invites you to join Don Shire, Christian trumpeter

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VIP tickets available. Civana Carefree Resort, 37220 Mule Train Rd.,

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DESIGN OPEN HOUSE Interested in creating a space that is uniquely yours and don’t know how

15TH ANNUAL TASTE OF FOOTHILLS FUNDRAISER

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multi-faceted mission to promote

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Free. 748 Easy St., Suite 9, Carefree.

5:30–7:30 p.m. joipraterinteriors.com

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WHAT ABOUT THOSE MAYANS? The Arizona Archaeology Society hosts Dr. Jaime Awe, who will discuss discoveries at Xunantunich, including two hieroglyphic panels that implicate four Classic period Maya kingdoms— among them legendary Snake-head kings. Free. Maitland Hall, The Good Shepard of the Hills Episcopal Church, 6502 E. Cave Creek Rd., Cave Creek. 7:30 p.m. azarchsoc. wildapricot.org

March 16

MUTTON BUSTIN’ Even the little ones get in on the action during Cave Creek Rodeo Days! This one’s a hoot! Kids 4–7 years old. Free. Buffalo Chip Saloon, 6823 E. Cave Creek Rd., Cave Creek.

2 p.m. cavecreekrodeo.com

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KENT CAMERATA The Kent Camerata, an international vocal and instrumental touring ensemble, performs some of the most beautiful music you’ll hear all month. $25. Christ the Lord Lutheran Church, 9205. E. Cave Creek Rd., Carefree. 4 p.m. 480-488 2081; ctlcarefree.org

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March 21

MEET JENNYFER STRATMAN Talented and renowned bronze artist Jennyfer Stratman returns from the Land Down Under for a special meet-andgreet session at Grace Renee Gallery. Enjoy wine and hors de oeuvres while you browse her thought-provoking art. Free.

Grace Renee Gallery, 7212 E. Ho Hum Rd., Carefree. 4–7 p.m. 480-575-8080; gracereneegallery.com

March 16

ARTISTS TRUNK SHOW

March 18

GOLFING COWBOY-STYLE

will be held at Wildfire Golf Club at JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort & Spa. Professional practice rounds

Local artists share small specialty

The Cave Creek Rodeo Days Golf

March 19, 8 a.m.–4 p.m. Official

art pieces at this trunk show in the

Tournament is a great way to enjoy

Pro-Am March 20, 7 a.m.–5 p.m.

courtyard at el Pedregal. Wander

the green while contributing to the

Tournament play will be held March

into the gallery for an opening artists

community charities that benefit from

21–24, 7 a.m.–6:30 p.m. Tickets

reception. The Gallery at el Pedregal,

the rodeo. The tournament is a four-

$20–$135. 5350 E. Marriott Dr.,

34505 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale.

man scramble format. It’s a full day

Phoenix. lpgafounderscup.com

11 a.m.–6 p.m. 480-575-6658;

with prizes, a banquet and an awards

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ceremony. $150 per person. Tatum Ranch, 29888 N. Tatum Ranch Dr.,

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Cave Creek. 10:30 a.m. check-in.

Tee off at 12:30 p.m. 480-304-5634;

CAVE CREEK RODEO DAYS PARADE

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Downtown Cave Creek is the

March 19–24

place to be for the famous—or is it Parade. Grab a lawn chair and sit a spell in downtown Cave Creek. 9 a.m.

For the ninth consecutive year, the

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March 22

A TASTE OF FINE ART Venues Café hosts contemporary Western artist Lance Headlee for a

BANK OF HOPE FOUNDERS CUP

infamous?—Cave Creek Rodeo Days

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LGPA Bank of Hope Founders Cup

live painting event. Dine on a threecourse meal and enjoy live music while Headlee creates. $35. 34 Easy St., Carefree. 6–9 p.m. 480-595-9909; venuescafe.com

March 22

BATTLE OF THE BURGERS The Four Peaks Burger Battle is back with a bang this year as the Valley’s top beefs battle it out for a chance to compete at the World Food Championships. 21+. $65–$85.

Scottsdale Waterfront at Southbridge, 7135 E. Camelback Rd., Scottsdale.

6–7 p.m. VIP; 7–9:30 general audiences. scottsdalefest.org

March 22–24

BRONCS AND BLOOD, BUCKS AND MUD Cowboy (and cowgirl) up for the best in PRCA competitions at Cave Creek Rodeo Days! $22 in advance; $25 at the gate. Free shuttle buses available. Cave Creek Memorial Arena, 37201 N. 28th St., Cave Creek. Gates open at 5 p.m. March 22 and 23; performances begin at 7:30 p.m. Gates open at noon March 24; performances begin at 2 p.m. cavecreekrodeo.com

March 23

25TH ANNUAL CELEBRITY FIGHT NIGHT Join the fun as celebrity who’s who dukes it out for charity. Prices begin at $1,500 for full-course dinner for 10.

JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort & Spa, 5350 E. Marriott Dr., Phoenix. celebrityfightnight.org

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March 22, 23

EXPERIENCE EXQUISITE It’s a premiere like no other! The entire line of Florence fine jewelry designer Annamaria Cammilli’s unique 18-karat gold jewelry will make its Arizona debut at Grace Renee Gallery.

Come see what the to-do is all about! 7212 E. Ho Hum Rd., #7, Carefree. 10 a.m.–5 p.m.

480-575-8080; gracereneegallery.com

March 24

YMCA SPAGHETTI DINNER

this message for the heart. Ages 8+. $10. Desert Hills Presbyterian Church, 34605 N. Tom Darlington Rd., Scottsdale. 6:30 p.m. 480-488-3384

SCENES FROM THE OPERA

The YMCA provides families with

The Music Theatre and Opera

opportunities for education, sports

Program in the School of Music at

and fun, but they can’t do it without you. Harold’s and the YMCA Teen Leaders club will host a spaghetti

March 29

JERSEY BOYS MUSICAL TRIBUTE

Arizona State University presents an afternoon of scenes and arias from famous operas and Broadway

If Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons

musicals. Free; donations accepted.

programs to those in need. $20. 6895

make you tap your toes, you’ll love

Christ the Lord Lutheran Church,

E. Cave Creek Rd., Cave Creek. 3–6

December ’63: A Tribute to the

9205 E. Cave Creek Rd., Carefree. 4

p.m. alexandra.wyroba@vosymca.org;

Original Jersey Boys, presented by

p.m. 480-488-2018; ctlcarefree.org

valleyymca.org

Pinnacle Concert Series. $35–$50;

dinner to raise funds to bring these

students free. Pinnacle Presbyterian

March 24

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March 30

Church, 25150 N. Pima Rd., Scottsdale. 7:30 p.m. 480-303-2474; pinnacleconcerts.com

March 30

UNCORKED WINE FESTIVAL More than 100 wines, gourmet food

Christian comedian Peppi Garrett

trucks, live music a bubbly bar and

proves that “funny” doesn’t have to

more! This event benefits STARS, an

be inappropriate. Come laugh with

organization creating opportunities

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Each Visit includEs:

• Visual inspection of all rooms • Check HW heater • Check for pests, insects • Check landscaping, pool and spa • Check for signs of leaking • Check thermostats • Visual inspection of garage and systems • Run water, flush toilets • Check fridge

for physically and cognitively disabled people. $55–$65. Salt River Fields at Talking Stick, 7555 N. Pima Rd., Scottsdale. 6–10 p.m. uncorkedwinefestivals.com

April 4

K2 SUMMER IN THE CITY Step up for the 10th Annual Summer in the City Luncheon and Fashion

Weekly Checks While You’re Away

Peace of Mind While You’re Away.

Serving the NE Valley including Scottsdale, Carefree, Cave Creek and Desert Ridge since 1998.

602-909-6635

Show to benefit non-profit K2’s

Our mission is simple...

local efforts to provide resources and adaptive equipment for those who need it. $150 per person. Tables

“We relieve the stress of leaving your home vacant for extended periods of time.”

and sponsorships available. Westin Kierland Resort & Spa, 6902 E. Greenway Pkwy., Scottsdale. 10:30 a.m. 480-797-2950; k2adventures.org

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It’s official! Carefree Mayor Les Peterson and Cave Creek Mayor Ernie Bunch signed a proclamation declaring March to be Dr. Seuss Month at Desert Foothills Library.

The library will launch a full month of programs, including a March 2 birthday party at 2 p.m., and Saturday morning 10 a.m. story times with guests such as Cave Creek firefighters, the Phoenix Herpetological Society, and green eggs and ham with Mayor Les Peterson.

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At this year’s 10th annual LPGA Bank of Hope Founders Cup at Wildfire Golf Club, 2017 tournament champion Anna Nordqvist returns to Arizona, the state she first fell in love with while attending Arizona State University, to compete for a $1.5 million purse. Along with last year’s champion, Olympic gold medalist Inbee Park, and top earnings player Cristie Kerr, she will be part of a celebration that honors the history of women’s golf and promotes the sport to the next generation.

“This is our ninth consecutive year at Wildfire Golf,” says Scott Wood, tournament director. “It’s a very special event that celebrates where we came from. We’re not only honoring the past and celebrating the game of today, but ensuring the future of the sport.

“Over the past six years, and with the support of PGA, the Bank of Hope Founders Cup has raised almost $3 million for the LPGA/USGA Girls Golf program. We serve 80,000 girls between the ages of 7 and 17 at over 450 sites.”

“It’s always so special to visit Arizona,” says Nordqvist. “Thinking about Phoenix makes me smile. It feels like home. I loved every single day of school and look back at it as some of the best years of my life. I sometimes wonder what my life would be if I hadn’t chosen ASU. I wouldn’t have met the special, supportive people I did. I’m grateful for the opportunity and enjoy coming back every year.

“When I won the Founders Cup tournament in 2017, it felt like winning at home. I was able to share the victory with those who were always there for me.”

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That year, 2017, was a year of challenge and pure perseverance for the now 31-year-old Nordqvist. She battled mononucleosis, then worked her way to a stunning, come-from-behind, playoff victory while being pelted with cold, driving rain at the Evian Championship in the French Alps.

Since her debut on the professional tour as Rookie of the Year in 2009, Nordqvist has made a reputation for herself as someone who puts in a lot of hours, trains intently, performs consistently and has a steady stream of wins, including two majors.

Of course, no one can win every competition, much less in the challenging and often frustrating game of golf. So, how does she overcome obstacles and stay motivated between the big wins?

“The feeling of winning when you work at something for so long and win a tournament is such a strong feeling,” says Nordqvist. “Once you’ve been there, you get a feeling for what it’s like.

“You see a lot of hard work come together and it’s what motivates me to get up early; it’s something to strive for. This year is a Solheim Cup year. I want to make the team and help Europe get the cup back. I’ve been fortunate to play on five Solheim teams and I want to be there again. It’s one of my biggest motivators.”

Nordqvist was always an athlete in her native Sweden and was Swedish Player of the Year in 2004. An allaround athlete, she began playing golf because both her brothers played, and both went pro for a time.

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She credits her parents for their support, but much like the young golfers who are inspired by Nordqvist and her cohorts today, she drew inspiration from those who went before her, including the legendary Swedish golfer Annika Sörestam.

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“She was Swedish and the best player in the world,” says Nordqvist. “We grew up in the same environment. Over the years, I’ve admired a lot of different players and have seen how they give back to the game. Lorena Ochoa of Mexico touched people just by being who she was, sticking to her values and love of her family. I admired her for the way she went about her career. She retired very young, but she’s still giving back to the sport. I’ve always drawn inspiration from people who are playing with their heart and prioritizing their families.”

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That balance remains a priority for Nordqvist. Outside of the game, she enjoys graphic design (she designed her signature logo with the assistance of her aunt), playing and watching sports and sharing her photography skills with her fans via Instagram.

Despite a schedule that has her traveling 51 weeks per year, she found time to fall in love on tour and became engaged in December to Amy Yang’s Scottish caddy, Kevin McAlpine.

“I’m very happy to have met Kevin and my goal since being on the tour was to find a balance,” says Nordqvist. “I didn’t know what would happen when I left Sweden in August 2006, but I’ve been pretty fortunate. When I came on tour, golf was my life 24/7. Now, it’s nice and refreshing to be able to come home and not have to think about golf and just be myself.

“We’re looking forward to getting married next summer. I’m not going to play golf forever and we have started thinking about [having] a family. For now, I really enjoy playing and trying to get better, but I enjoy the normal life. The last couple years, the priority is changing. Golf isn’t everything any more. It’s definitely a different drive than when I first came on tour. I continue to chase my goals, but in a little bit different way.”

Those values are right in line with the Wood’s goals for fans at the Founders Cup. From pricing and junior clinics (for boys and girls) to local female executives playing in the ProAm, the message is that the LPGA is an affordable and accessible way for everyone to enjoy the game of golf.

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“We want to be the ultimate family golf experience,” says Wood. “Women’s golf is a niche within a niche, but we are making a lot of headway and we have more people who are willing to tell our story to a new audience.

“It’s our mission to connect both the avid and casual golf fans at Wildfire. It’s a multigenerational sport; we want moms and dads and grandparents to know that when they ask, ‘What are we doing with the kids this week?’ the answer is to bring them out to the Bank of Hope Founders Cup. “Our players are some of the most approachable in sport. They don’t mind signing autographs or taking selfies. They love being here at the Founders Cup and understand that it’s important to connect to fans to grow the sport.”

There has been an 85 percent increase in total attendance over the last seven years, a testament to the continued growth of the sport and year-round outreach efforts, including the What’s Fore Lunch program in which women can hear speakers and participate in golf clinics.

It’s all about supporting the future of women’s golf and breaking down gender barriers on the green, which is exactly what the event was founded on.

The Founders Cup celebrates the “Founding 13”— pioneering women who first established the LPGA and paved the way for today’s players. Three are alive today, still enthusiastically supporting the cause, including Marilyn Smith, 89, of Goodyear. 92-yearold Shirley Spork, who still works as a golf instructor in Palm Desert, Calif., and Marlene Vossler, the youngest of the founders.

“They are so inspirational,” says Wood. “They love to interact with the players and the players love to interact with them. It’s so rewarding to see. We also have 50 to 60 young girls golf members who volunteer on the course, shadowing staff and the broadcast team from the Golf Channel. They can see that there are many opportunities in the golf business. It’s not just for men.

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Cirque du Soleil’s latest production “Amaluna” marks a significant milestone in the live entertainment company’s 35-year history.

For the very first time since the troupe began thrilling audiences around the world with its reinvented circus arts, it debuts a show comprised mostly of women. The production also features an all-female band.

“It's definitely a celebration of women and of femininity,” says one of the show’s stars, Amanda Zidow, who believes all industries—including the arts—are seeing an increase in women utilizing their talents.

“There is nothing else like this show in Cirque du Soleil.”

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Arriving in Phoenix for an engagement of 38 performances March 15 through April 14 at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, “Amaluna” is Cirque du Soleil’s thirty-third production and features unicyclists, aerial acts, jugglers, a fast-paced theatrical version of the uneven bars gymnastics routine and a wide array of other acrobatics that seem too fantastic to be real.

“Amaluna’s” title is derived from symbols of femininity that evoke themes of a mother-daughter relationship and a goddess

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protecting a planet that are significant to the story on the stage. In many languages, ama refers to mother while luna refers to moon.

Diane Paulus wrote and directs “Amaluna,” whose concept was drawn from a series of classical sources, including tales from Greek and Norse mythology; Mozart’s opera, “The Magic Flute”; and Shakespeare’s play, “The Tempest.”

“I didn’t want to build a ‘women’s agenda’ show,” notes Paulus, who won a Tony Award in 2013 for her work on the Broadway musical “Pippin” and was named one of Time magazine’s 100 Most Influential People the following year. “I wanted to create a show with women at the center of it—something that had a hidden story that featured women as the heroines.”

Zidow plays one of those heroines: a queen named Prospera who directs her daughter’s coming-of-age ceremony in a rite that honors femininity, renewal, rebirth and balance. Zidow sings and plays the cello in the show, for which she is at the center during most of the action.

“The most amazing thing that Cirque de Soleil does is take people out of reality for a couple of hours,” Zidow says. “The moment that you walk into the tent, you feel like you're in a different world. You're leaving everything behind. Cirque du Soleil basically takes you away from everything for two hours and stimulates your mind, your soul and your heart.”

“Amaluna” is set on a mysterious island governed by goddesses and guided by the cycles of the moon. In the wake of a storm, several men shipwreck on the island— one of whom begins to court Prospera’s daughter. The couple’s new love is put to the test as they face numerous demanding trials and daunting setbacks before they can achieve mutual trust, faith and harmony.

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In speaking with audience members and reading reviews of the show, Zidow believes one of the things that sets “Amaluna” apart from other Cirque to Soleil productions is its music, which has a rock edge to it.

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Zidow’s favorite part of the production from her point of view on stage is the storm that is the catalyst of the story. In addition to being integral to the plot, the act is a feast for the eyes as artists fly out over the audience on straps, suspended from a rotating set element high above them. The demonstration of flight in four dimensions calls for precision timing as well as a remarkable amount of physical strength.

“We rehearse every single day,” Zidow says. “As with every show, it's a work in progress. We're always striving to make it better. Whether it's just a tiny moment in the show or an entire act, we're always striving to make it fresh and different.”

Of course, there are plenty of other demonstrations of tremendous talent in “Amaluna.” That talent is a constant source of inspiration for Zidow, who had been working as a musician for video games and animated productions in Los Angeles prior to joining Cirque du Soleil.

“Being in Cirque du Soleil has shown me the amount of strength that I possess as an artist,” she explains.

“Being surrounded by such talented people has been an amazing opportunity that I wouldn’t have been able to get anywhere else. It really tests your strengths and your talents. These really are the best artists in the world.”

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Rolling pastures, bountiful fields of vegetables and citrus orchards may not be the first things people think of when Arizona comes to mind, but for the tens of thousands of people who operate more than 15,000 farms and ranches in our state, agriculture is an integral part of life.

Today’s flourishing Arizona agricultural economy is nothing new. People have been coaxing life from the arid, sun-drenched land for a millennium. Long before historic records were kept, the Hohokam people not only cultivated corn, wheat, barley and cattle, but they also developed a remarkably complex system of canals.

The Hohokam people seemed to thrive in the desert from about 700 to 140 AD. Then, for reasons not yet fully understood, they abandoned the area.

Archaeologists have found little if any trace of human existence here for the 400 years following their departure.

Then, in about 1860, the possibility that riches could be buried beneath the desert foothills lured prospectors to the area. An ex-Confederate cavalryman named Jack Swilling was among the dreamers. Swilling was clever; he noticed the long-abandoned canals and came up with a plan. He began clearing the ancient waterways and, by 1867, he’d reestablished water flow from the Salt River into the surrounding valley.

Swilling Irrigating and Canal Company was launched in earnest. Swilling partnered with a group of optimistic farmers, and within a year, for the first time since the Hohokam tilled the land, tiny green buds began poking through the irrigated soil.

These were the sprouts that would eventually become a thriving farm and ranching culture in the Valley of the Sun. Originally, Swilling planned to sell crops to a growing number of miners at the Vulture Mine in Wickenburg, but one of his partners, Phillip Darrell Duppa, who called himself “Lord Darrell Duppa,” had bigger ideas. He didn’t see their four-mile-wide agricultural settlement as an early suburb of Wickenburg; he had dreams of a larger settlement.

He looked at the little growing community borne from the proverbial ashes of a long-gone Hohokam civilization and named the new community “Phoenix.”

This month, Images Arizona is proud to share some of the faces behind our robust farming culture.

An impressive 94 percent of Arizona farms are family-owned, and each of these families weathers market fluctuations, changing weather patterns and the sometimes difficult chore of being dependent upon the earth and nature for their livelihood. Yet there is something beyond special about these people and their lives. Photographer Brenna Zumbro-Monke has beautifully captured their passion and joy, and we are happy to share them with you.

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138,000: The number of jobs agriculture creates in our state.

3rd: Arizona’s national ranking for producing fresh market vegetables.

4th: Arizona’s national ranking for number of acres dedicated to agriculture.

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Brenna Zumbro-Monke’s work may look familiar to many Images Arizona readers. Not so long ago, her byline appeared regularly on our pages as one of our top photographers. Though she now calls Golden, Colorado home, her ability to find the beauty in everyday experiences is as vivid as ever in her photography.

Brenna grew up in the cooler clime of Payson, where she fell in love with the natural world. Long before she learned to capture them on film or digital photography, small details—the brilliance of a flower poking through the forest dim, or a rebellious streak of pink across a vivid orange sunset—took Brenna’s breath away.

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After graduating high school, Brenna pursued her passion for photography at the prestigious Brooks Institute in California, where she further developed her unique style and knack for beautiful photographic composition.

Though she has made photography her career, her work life seems to flow seamlessly from the rest of her life. Whether she’s cultivating her beehives or trekking through the forest on her mountain bike, Brenna sees the world through her own lens.

A few years ago, Brenna set out to capture the lives of Arizona farmers and ranchers.

“The thing that got me interested in in farming in Arizona is when I would go to farmers markets and would hear people say how expensive the produce was,” she said. “It made me want to tell the stories of the farmers and ranchers who supply the foods we eat.

“I wanted to give an inside view of how much work goes into farming. I was hoping that, if I was able to show how much work went into growing the food we eat, people would be willing to pay for it.”

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SOMETHING TO WINE ABOUT Less than half a century ago, a new crop came to Arizona: grapes. It was bound to happen. The high elevations and sandy soils and grasslands of Sonoita, Willcox and the Verde River Valley are prime spots for cultivating vineyards.

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Since the 1970s, dozens of vineyards have sprung up throughout the state, and viticulture has made its way to the list of Arizona industries.

In the last decade, the quality of Arizona wines has improved by leaps and bounds, and many are now in high demand.

In recent years, Arizona wineries are taking titles in national competitions—something unheard of just a few years ago. They are even venturing into niche markets, like Dos Cabezas WineWorks’ Methode Canpenoise, which took azcentral’s Arizona Wine Competition’s Best in Class award in 2017—a first for both a sparkling wine and wine fermented in a can.

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DOLLARS AND SENSE Arizona has come a long way since its early roots in ranching and farming. Today, three of the Five Cs (citrus, cotton, cattle, copper and climate) responsible for the bulk of the state’s economic power are based on agriculture.

In fact, the only industry topping Arizona agricultural’s $23.3 billion annual economic impact is mining.

Arizona is the second-largest producer of lemons and the third-largest producer of tangerines. For a time, cotton was the state’s largest crop, and it is still a significant export.

Surprisingly, dairy is Arizona’s top agricultural product, and even more remarkable, Arizona ranchers produce enough beef cattle to feed 4.6 million people.

Drive south toward Yuma and you’ll be surrounded by mile after mile of farm fields. Arizona farmers are growing cauliflower, broccoli, head lettuce, leaf lettuce, romaine lettuce and more beneath the desert sun.

Even apple growers call Arizona home. They produce a whopping 20 million pounds of apples each year— and when it comes to homemade pies, apples aren’t the only crop that take the cake. Arizonans grow about $52 million in pecans each year.

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WATER, WATER EVERYWHERE Even in Arizona’s cooler climates, water can be a challenge. Agriculture in our state consumes an estimated 70 percent of the state’s water, and in some areas, that number is even greater.

In Yuma, for example, where the Imperial Dam rises above the Colorado River, 90 percent of the water above the dam is diverted to farm fields and ranches.

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Water is quickly rising to the forefront of greatest challenges in our state. The challenge, of course, is to protect fragile wetlands that migratory birds and wildlife depend on, while providing food for a growing national and international market.

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Most farmers and ranchers in Arizona are all too familiar with the issues presented by decreasing groundwater levels. After all, their livelihood depends on conservation.

Together, many of them are working toward— and implementing—measures in irrigation, technology and land management that reduce water usage. These methods include dry farming, no-till planting and irrigation recycling, as well as the development of low-water, nonfood crops like sorghum and guayule.

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Sunshine has broken through the clouds in Manhattan, and a confident Joan Dominique leans back on a park bench while her French bulldog Zola prances about the dog park. Though she grew up in Paradise Valley, she’s clearly found her place among the hustle and bustle of the city lights, and she wears her assuredness like a fine scarf.

This ambitious entrepreneur has plenty to be proud of. At just 23 years old, her path to success is draped in Savile Row fabrics, polished leather and fine hand-embellished embroidery.

The luxury men’s lifestyle line that she’s launched, Maison Joan Dominique, has made its debut at Phoenix Fashion Week and at the exclusive Paris Fashion Week this month—not a small accomplishment for any aspiring designer, much less one who is relatively new on the scene.

Joan Dominique dipped her toe in the fashion industry with her seminal line of haute men’s shoes. Named as another nod to Savile Row couture, Digital Bespoke Shoes walk the line between timeless and trendy.

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Not only is her footwear crafted with high-quality leather and accouterments, Maison Joan Dominique adds the optional touch of 3-D scanning to ensure individualized fit and comfort.

Like many innovative ideas, 3-D scanning has taken time for the general public to embrace, but that hasn’t dimmed Joan’s light.

“Right now, I don’t think consumers are ready for the whole process of custom sizing. I was pushing it, but I wasn’t getting the response I needed. I can expand into it anytime I want, but in the meantime, I’ve created standardized sizing that people are a little more accustomed to.”

It isn’t only shoes she’s acing. Both Fashion Week debuts will include trendsetting men’s jackets, a first for Maison Joan Dominique.

Her willingness to be fearlessly versatile is one of Maison Joan Dominique’s most endearing traits as a blossoming company. An equally beneficial asset is that her creations are distinctly her own.

Warm textures meet crisp, smooth lines, and unexpected buckles and clasps go beyond fashion and into the realm of personal style. They are designed to be an extension of the wearer’s personality, whether that person is classically understated, or boldly en vogue.

Despite her growing success, Joan Dominique speaks with a poise that belies her bright smile and unweathered eyes.

“I’ve been here in New York since I was 17 years old,” she says. “I’ve wanted to be in fashion design since I was in second grade. When I realized it could be a career, it all clicked. I’ve been pursuing it ever since.”

A graduate of Phoenix Country Day School, she grew up as one of four daughters and was the only among them to follow creative pursuits. Her parents, both in the world of real estate, have been among her biggest supporters.

Joan Dominique set her aspirations high: Parsons the New School for Design in New York City. Widely known as the best institution for design and fashion in the U.S.,

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the school counts icons like Isaac Mizrahi, Marc Jacobs, Tom Ford and Donna Karan among its alumni.

“I did my research and realized I needed a background in art, so I delved into painting and drawing. I consider myself an oil and multimedia artist, but I’ve also expanded myself into photography.”

Her acceptance into the school, which only approves about 34 percent of all of its applicants—40 percent of whom are aspiring international students—was more than luck.

“When I applied to Parsons, I created a portfolio of oil paintings and mixed media, and I designed napkins that I painted with coffee. It was a fun process, and it showed them that I have the creativity that they were looking for.”

At Parsons, Joan Dominique received the creative support and inspiration she needed to stand on her own in the cutthroat world of fashion design. She experimented with both men’s and women’s lines of clothing, shoes and accessories, and graduated with a firm grip on her own indelible panache.

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After testing the market to decide her next move, Maison Joan Dominique was launched in fall of 2018 as a men’s luxury lifestyle brand. Shoes came first, but next, following what will no doubt be a savvy jacket line, will be a line of accessories, including a line of hats made in collaboration with Cave Creek’s own Eric Watson, owner and curator of the now-world renowned Watson’s Hat Shop.

Phoenix Fashion Week won’t be the only appearance Joan Dominique makes in her hometown this month.

She’ll also be attending Celebrity Fight Night, and has donated a personal shopping experience to the fundraising auction that night. As an added bonus, actor Chris Rich will be donning her shoes.

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Through it all, she’s remaining hopeful and humble.

“I’m just aiming for people to really get enjoyment out of the things I’m creating,” she said. “I’m passionate about my work and I want to share what I’m doing.

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Warm, heavy air and the acrid smell of earth and fire have settled into the dust. Tables and racks scarred by creative sparks stand solidly on the concrete floor, and motley tin cans filled with odds and ends line well-worn shelves.

In the middle of it all, a masked figure stands before a glowing crucible, its heat echoing in rumbles through the room. Embers escape from the glow of the vessel, flying like stars toward the heavens before their passion light fades and gravity drops them to the floor.

Wearing a heavy apron and thick gloves, the smith works a pair of smooth metal jaws, extracting a crucible of bronze lava from the heart of the furnace. The molten metal flows from the crucible, and thin, vine-like designs emerge from inside the mind beneath the mask.

What began as cold ingots becomes a beautiful artistic expression as the bronze begins to cool. Though its state is transformed, energy from the heat and passion that created it remains inside.

With an unconscious flourish, a gloved hand nudges the square mask upward, and an elf-like face framed by a fringe of bouncy bangs emerges.

A dark ponytail cascades over one shoulder and blue eyes shine as Jennyfer Stratman removes her gloves and smiles, content with her work.

A renowned metal sculptor, Stratman’s creativity and zest for life seem to abruptly contrast with the stark surfaces of her Phoenix workshop. Yet it is here where some of her best work has been born.

Just outside, surrounded by eight acres of open desert, she shares her shady space with four horses, a tribe of goats and an iguana named Cosmo. She dedicates about half of her time in this little oasis; the rest is spent on a life she’s built for herself in Australia.

It’s not a conventional life, but then again, Jennyfer Stratman was never destined to be ordinary. Raised in the Valley, Stratman has always marched to her own beautiful beat. It’s something she comes by honestly.

“My mother was a photographer and very creative. I think

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Stratman has the uncanny ability to create pieces that, at first

She made her first ceramic sculpture of a dinosaur when she was three, and she’s been expressing herself through art ever since.

For years, ceramics were her preferred medium, but over time, her figures began to change. They sprang roots that begged to dig deeper, and branches that reached toward the stars.

glance, may appear simple, but

“By the time I was at ASU, my ceramic sculptures were becoming so tall and thin

that draw the viewer in with

nudged me toward the foundry, and I never looked back.”

surprising, thought-provoking

She is known for her work in cast bronze, steel, aluminum and pewter, but she

that they were often breaking under their own weight and gravity. My professor

occasionally mixes it up by adding touches of wood or ceramics.

details. Human forms often show up in unexpected places, and flower-like blooms burst from the earth and skies, painted in brilliant International Klein Blue.

“There is a sort of spiritual force in these earth-based materials that translates well with the conceptual side of my practice,” she explains. “The materials of the earth, in a way, dictate the form of something. They have their own personality. They do what they want sometimes.”

Stratman has the uncanny ability to create pieces that, at first glance, may appear simple, but that draw the viewer in with surprising, thought-provoking details.

Human forms often show up in unexpected places, and flower-like blooms burst from the earth and skies, painted in brilliant International Klein Blue.

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“For me, it’s an ethereal and other-worldly color,” she says of the brilliant hue. “It translates the cosmic ideas I have into my

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work. It’s an interesting color, and it elicits an almost emotional response.”

Her eyes smile beneath a pair of librarianchic glasses, and she tucks her small hands

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She adds, “Originally, my work was more sparse. Over time, it has developed a lot more life and complexity to it.”

As much as her expression has changed, her overall message has always been the same.

“Most of my work had an ethereal theme,

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even from quite a young age. A lot of it has ideas of the cycle of life or birth, transformation and renewal.

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for my personal journey, we share many similar experiences. I think that’s why a lot of people can relate to what I do,” she adds.

To illustrate, she points to a round bronze sculpture she created. It’s a selfportrait of sorts, and its gorgeously complex roots, bright blue flowers and golden starbursts carry a theme common in much of her work.

A lone figure stands in the center, connected to both the earth and the sky.

“The figure suggests the interconnection that we have with nature and the cosmos.

It represents the essence of humanity and the body while longing for connection with people,” she explains.

“The trees are a metaphor for growth and renewal. The cycles of trees are a metaphor for my life being uprooted from Arizona and transplanted to my second life in Australia.

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“When I first moved and was trying to find my way in a new country, the simple tree roots I was making started to grow. As I get older, my work is blossoming with life and I’m finding myself connected with other people in more spiritual and emotional ways.

“There is often a duality in my work—being connected to my roots and also creating a second life in a new country.

One of those two sides to myself is longing for my homeland and the other open to new experiences.”

It’s an autobiography of sorts for the part-time Melbourne, Australia resident.

“My husband is Australian. We met in 1995 when I took a semester off of college and backpacked through Europe. I ended up in a hostel in Edinburgh, where I met Brad.”

Together, they’ve built a two-faceted life, splitting their time between two very different worlds. Growing up in the Valley, Stratman was organically drawn to other artists and stepped into the gallery and public art scene quite naturally.

Though it took time, through the years Stratman has nudged her way firmly into the Melbourne art scene, too.

She’s not just a hometown artist. Stratman has exhibited in 28 solo and over 100 group exhibitions throughout

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the world. From public art to private collections, her work can be found in the United States, Australia, Canada, Hong

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Kong, Singapore, Taiwan, Israel, England and throughout Europe.

In the Valley, Stratman’s work is on display at Grace Renee Gallery in Carefree.

“I love the range of work at Grace Renee Gallery. Shelly has a great eye for curating and all of the different artists present well together,” she says of Grace Renee Gallery owner Shelly Spence.

Stratman’s art is profound and imaginative, yet carries a sense of familiarity. In particular, her use of nameless, faceless figures seems to ground her pieces in interconnected intimacy. Some feel lonely, and some elicit a feeling of kinship in the human experience.

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“I think what I’m doing is my calling, for sure,” she says. “I’m super passionate about what I do and don’t expect to ever stop making art.”

“It’s an evolution. I go with the flow in some ways. I have seen in hindsight that I’ve chosen the particular path I knew would take me in the direction I wanted to head.”

Stratman is among a small few of local artists whose professional trajectory will be exciting to watch. For now, her own lofty goals are tucked safely inside of her head.

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“For now, as I get older, I kind of have to trust in the universe,” she adds. “If you ask for something and give it your attention and intention, you get what you want.”

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Imagine having an incredibly successful restaurant with scores of adoring customers steadfastly enjoying your signature dishes. Rave reviews keep rolling in for six years.

Then, you take a huge risk. You change the name, the menu, and even the cultural influence of your offerings. It’s a bold move that could make or break a successful dining hotspot.

Chef Cullen Campbell of Bar Pesce, formerly Crudo, officially opened his new concept in October 2018 in the same space as Crudo in Phoenix’s Camelback East neighborhood. With Bar Pesce, his flavors have gone from decidedly Italian to Italian with pronounced Asian influences.

I asked Chef Cullen what inspired the reimagining and rebranding of his extremely successful first goround as restaurant owner and chef.

“When I founded Crudo, it was something different,” Campbell points out, “but after awhile—there are so many Italian restaurants in town. So many. I thought it was time to go back to a little bit more of my love of Asia and its food.

“We are still doing very similar things to Crudo, but with the Japanese influence. We added some Vietnamese and a little Korean—little things here and there. It’s just been fun to play around with ingredients and methods that I haven’t been able to play with for so long.”

Phoenix continues to solidify its place as a food destination and Bar Pesce fills a real need for skillfully crafted Asian dishes in a relatively casual setting.

“One of the reasons for the re-brand is to make things a little more casual,” says Campbell. “That’s the direction I see things moving in Phoenix.”

Campbell has spent enough time in the city’s food scene as both resident and cook to know what works for Valley tastes. His plates are beautifully composed with flavors that foodies gush about, and the highceilinged space is decorated in elegant neutral tones for a warm, comfortable effect.

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Bar Pesce’s cocktail list still offers the classics and sips with clever names like “Dolly Llama,” La Caravedo

Pisco mixed with lime, strawberry and sugar, and “Ritten in the Stars,” starring Ritten House Rye with Contratto, Meletti, Demerera, AZBL Figgy Pudding Bitters and FB Black Walnut Bitters.

These, along with happy hour bites like Truffled Bacon Popcorn, Crab Sliders and Biscuit Doughnuts with salted caramel keep patrons coming back for more.

“People are really gravitating toward the switchover, which has been very nice,” Campbell says. “There’s some skepticism, but when they come in, they like the changes. We are always doing new things and widening our range of items. It’s nice to see some of my old regulars visiting even more often. Some people get a little upset because they want something we’ve done in the past, but if they let me know, I’m willing to make old favorites.”

The menu at Bar Pesce is printed in-house and changes almost weekly, though there are favorites that remain for devotees. Campbell skillfully changes up the offerings at will with dazzling results.

Foodies may have a tough time narrowing down their choices, but course pricing allows diners to get a full range of tastes from popular items like raw blue fin tuna with avocado, nori and horseradish, and the Crab Mi Roll—a play on Vietnamese banh mi—served with lobster roe aioli, pickled vegetables and cilantro.

Crispy Pig Ears, a favorite from the Crudo menu, has been reimagined in the style of a Thai green papaya salad replete with herbs, chile and lime vinaigrette.

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Campbell’s Tennessee roots are revealed in his use of a wood-fire grill. Filet with beets and ponzu verde, Hamachi collar with eggplant, romesco, lemon and Shishito and, with 72-hour advance notice, half a roasted pig head, banh mi-style, are all cooked over a roaring fire of Arizona pecan wood.

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“I worked in a restaurant where we had a wood fire grill and I wondered, ‘Why would anyone ever want a gas grill after tasting this?” says Campbell. “The flavor is amazing and the smell is fantastic, so it’s just been one of those things. Any time I can work with wood fire, I do.”

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“People are really gravitating toward the switchover, which has been very nice. There’s some skepticism, but when they come in, they like the changes. We are always doing new things and widening our range of items.”

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Campbell recalls that his love of Japanese food dates as far back as his teen years, where he started work as a dishwasher, knowing he wanted to pursue a restaurant career. While he has no formal culinary education, he learned on the job and his business degree from Arizona State University helps with the many tasks entailed on the operations side.

“I trained under many chefs, mainly of European influence,” says Campbell, “but I was always really interested in Japanese food and really wanted to do a Japanese restaurant. I gravitated toward Japanese food and sashimi and stuff like that. That’s where it all began.”

Along with distinct flavors comes the need for wellsourced ingredients. Campbell credits great relationships with his former sous chef who now runs Nelson’s Meat + Fish down the street, which teems with the freshest seafood from around the world, and Kanaloa Seafood in Santa Barbara, known for its certified sustainable selection.

“Nelson’s is such a cool spot,” Campbell says with a smile. “They’re bringing in really good stuff. They stock smaller product that is really seasonal and fresh. I’ll pick up those limited amount items and put it on my menu. Last week, they had sweet shrimp that was delicious and yesterday, they had this beautiful little Red Snapper. It was so good.”

Building these relationships has prompted a great deal of travel and discovery of new possibilities for Campbell. A self-described wine geek, his wine list is full of interesting picks. He has some wine dinners in the works, including one in March with Andre Mack, renowned sommelier, now wine maker and graphic designer, whose Maison Noir label produces stellar Oregon vintages.

“Andre was the master sommelier for Thomas Keller’s [four-star] Per Se in New York,” says Campbell. “He makes some really good, fun wines and he’s a super cool guy. I also want to do a champagne and hand roll night.

“I’d like to get more involve in the wine business and have a few people in Napa who’ve said they would help me. The ultimate would be to get a little spot in downtown Napa.”

With creativity and talent aplenty, Bar Pesce is never the same restaurant twice. Keep an eye on Chef Campbell as he continues to skillfully craft every gorgeous plate. barpesce.com march 2019

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12 Perfect Chocolate Cupcakes For those times when you just need a dozen PERFECT chocolate cupcakes ‌.

Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients: 1 cup flour 3/4 cup sugar 1/3 cup cocoa powder 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon baking soda dash of salt 1/3 cup softened butter 1 egg 1/3 cup milk 1/4 cup hot water 1 teaspoon vanilla

Directions: Preheat oven to 350 and prepare a cupcake pan with liners.

In a medium bowl, stir together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, soda and salt. Add butter, egg, milk, hot water and vanilla and mix well.

Fill cupcake liners half full and bake for 15 to 20 minutes.

Ta-da! Perfect chocolate cupcakes, just for you!

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Blackberry Lemon Scones Nothing beats the buttery goodness of crumbly, delicious scones. This blackberry lemon version is the perfect combination of sweet and tangy. Top with glaze for a sweet and tart treat.

Prep time: 15 minutes | Cook time: 10 to 15 minutes

Ingredients:

1-3/4 cup flour 4 teaspoons baking powder 1/4 cup sugar 1/8 teaspoon pinch of salt 5 tablespoons cold butter 1 teaspoon vanilla 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon almond extract 1/2 cup milk 1/4 cup sour cream 1 tablespoon lemon zest 1 cup blackberries Glaze (optional): 1/2 cup powdered sugar 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 teaspoon lemon zest

Directions:

Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Blend flour, baking powder, sugar and salt until well combined. Cut in cold butter until pea sized.

In a separate bowl, mix together milk, vanilla, extract, lemon zest and sour cream. Add to dry ingredients along with blackberries and stir only until combined. Do not over mix. The mixture should be crumbly.

Pat scones into a round disk and cut like a pizza into eight slices.

Place on sheet pan and brush with egg wash.

Bake 10 to 15 minutes, or until golden brown. Drizzle with lemon glaze or butter.

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