Images Arizona: Paradise Valley November 2016 Issue

Andaz Scottsdale

Luxury Retreat

ARTISTIC SOUL

Paradise Valley :: McCormick Ranch

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Contents

PUBLISHER Shelly Spence

EDITOR/CONTRIBUTING WRITER Jenn Korducki Krenn

ART DIRECTOR/PUBLISHER’S ASSISTANT Jennifer Satterlee

GRAPHIC DESIGNER Ana Petrovic

STAFF WRITER Grace Hill

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Tom Scanlon Monica Longenbaker Gregory Granillo Stephanie Maher Palenque Shannon Severson Katherine Braden Lara Piu Rebecca Zaner

PHOTOGRAPHERS Bryan Black Loralei Lazurek Keri Meyers Michele Celentano Monica Longenbaker Brandon Tigrett

ADVERTISING SALES Loren Sheck

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Local First A R I Z O NA

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It’s an annual event that many residents in the Cave Creek, Carefree and North Scottsdale communities — not to mention visitors from all over the world — look forward to all year long. Hidden in the Hills, the Sonoran Arts League’s signature event that brings excitement, enrichment and artistic awareness throughout the two weekends that bookend Thanksgiving. This November, the renown studio tour and sale celebrates 20 years.

Picture this: When the original Hidden in the Hills artist studio tour began, none of the participating artists had a website, and only a handful even had cellphones. Word-of-mouth combined with occasional postcard mailings were the informal marketing strategies to promote the original 44 artists and 19 studios.

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And yet, as is always the case when you’re onto something good, the quality of the event spoke for itself. Two decades later, Hidden in the Hills features an astonishing 188 artists at 47 studios, and the League has grown from fewer than 75 to more than 650 members.

Enclosed is this issue is the official studio map for this year’s tour. Whether you’re a Hidden in the Hills newbie or a seasoned veteran, take some time to plan your journey and make the most of every minute the artists have graciously provided to glean insight into their creative process. Great conversations and potentially lifelong connections await you.

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Congratulations to this year’s event co-chairs, Pat Bell-Demers and Jane Boggs, as well as the many other League members and artists who have helped make Hidden in the Hills such a huge success.

Here’s to the next 20 years … and beyond!

Enjoy!

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Local Artist CHRISTIANE BARBATO

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I follow Christiane Barbato across her backyard and into a small white hut. Inside, dozens of unglazed clay pots and bowls rest upside-down on shelves, waiting. It’s bright and dusty, and the air smells earthy, like dirt and sunshine. A long table stands in the middle. Christiane turns to me, smiling.

“This is my studio,” she says.

For Christiane, it all officially started a few years ago.

Unhappy with the plates she had at home, she decided to make her own. She’d been making pottery since high school, but it had always been a hobby. Once friends saw her homemade plates, however, they asked if they could order some for themselves.

With a bachelor’s and master’s degree in business, Christiane sensed an opportunity. She sold to her friends and started a website, putting her work online. In 2013, she relocated to a house in Phoenix. But there was a problem: The door of her new home was a nasty shade of green. Undeterred, Christiane painted it a bright, happy blue. Inspiration hit, and she named her business Blue Door Ceramics. And just like that, her hobby became her full-time job.

“It’s perfect for me,” says the mother of three, ages 9 to 18. “I need to be very present for my children and my work.” Christiane’s self-made schedule allows her to be flexible, dedicating time to both. “After [my children] go to bed, I have to go back to the studio.”

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Christiane works Sunday to Sunday, four to six hours a day. She has to get up early to glaze outside, or else the sun will be too hot.

“Most of the days, I work in a bikini, sunscreen, hat and flipflops,” she says.

Before she begins her work, however, she meditates. For her, it’s a way to sync with God, surrender and leave all problems behind. It’s also how she receives inspiration. She tells me she recommends everyone do it, but especially artists.

Then, using California clay, Christiane shapes her pieces.

Most of the time she makes plates or mugs. Bowls are her favorite; they leave room for so much creativity.

Christiane is inspired by organic shapes, such as tropical plants and fruits. She molds her bowls around rocks or watermelons, presses leaves into plates or shells into mugs. Sometimes she uses the potter’s wheel, but she doesn’t love the uniformity it produces. She likes all of her pieces to feel organic.

Christiane shows me mugs made on the wheel where she has purposefully pushed in one of the sides to give them a less perfect, less uniform feel.

She must then dry the piece, a four- to seven-day process that involves carefully covering the clay to prevent cracking.

Next, a bisque firing prepares the clay to receive the glaze.

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Then, she glazes. She loves the colors turquoise, gray and off-white. She also decorates the bottoms of her ceramics, an idea that was inspired by a bowl she bought from a Brazilian Indian tribe in Mato Grosso — a large state in the country — that was painted on the bottom.

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After she glazes the piece, it again goes into the kiln, where it is fired at 2,200 degrees for 12 hours. It takes another 12 to 24 hours for the kiln to cool down. Finally, the piece is ready to be wrapped and shipped.

It takes at least two weeks to complete a piece, and it’s a delicate procedure. One mistake can ruin hours of work.

“There’s no way to speed up the process,” says Christiane. Clay teaches you to be patient, and it’s a stern teacher. “Also, you can never get attached to anything you make because it might crack.”

But working with clay is something that Christiane has enjoyed doing for many years.

Born and raised in São Paulo, Brazil, Christiane was a high school exchange student at Chaparral High School in Scottsdale in 1983.

It’s where her love for pottery, and Arizona, first began.

“I love [Phoenix],” she says. “I always felt like I belonged here. Like it was my place.”

She moved back to Brazil, went to college, got her master’s and started her own hotel and spa, which she ran for six years. The whole time, she dabbled with clay as a hobby. By the

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time she was 40, however, she decided it was time to be happy, so she moved back to Phoenix. Now, she makes plates for spas and restaurants.

“Funny how life goes around,” she says. Christiane has made plateware for more than six restaurants, and her work has been featured in cookbooks and gallery shows. She also does wedding registries.

A portion of all Blue Door Ceramics proceeds are donated to the charity Casa Brazil. An organization near to Christiane’s heart, Casa Brazil helps to feed and clothe impoverished children in Northern Brazil.

“I really want to be able to help them more,” she tells me. She does what she can, donating her pieces to their silent auction and assisting them with events. Giving to them “makes [her] heart really happy.”

Mother, businesswoman, benefactor, artist: Christiane works hard, but it’s obvious she passionately loves everything she does. I ask her advice for anyone thinking of becoming an artist full-time.

It’s totally doable, she says. She stresses there’s no such thing as a starving artist.

“Don’t think an artist can’t make a living,” she says. It’s

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important, Christiane tells me, to always be professional, and treat your work as you would treat work in a corporate world.

However, it’s also essential to stay true to who you are and make things that give you pleasure.

“I’m only going to make things I like,” she says. “You don’t have to please everyone when you make something, but you must trust there are people out there looking for what you have to sell … someone who wants exactly what you have.”

Christiane likes to envision her clients as “goodhearted people who travel, are adventurous and kind.” Her ceramics are infused with her joy and love, and she hopes it blesses the homes and people who use it.

Her dream? To do what she loves, help others and make a difference in the world. And she’s doing it — joyfully, warmly.

One plate at a time.

You can find Christiane at the Sonoran Arts League’s Hidden in the Hills Studio Tour and Sale this November, as well as the Italian Festival and open studios at her home.

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COMMUNITY arts // announcements // culture Writer Grace Hill

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2ND ANNUAL GRAND PRIX OF SCOTTSDALE GATSBY WEEKEND The Roaring ‘20s are back!

The public is invited to attend this Gatsby-themed weekend, which includes period 1920s dress and a black-tie gala; a lawn party with wine, spirits, craft beer and restaurant tastings; an exhibition and race of open-wheeled vintage mini racers; a kids’ race and special kids’ zone; and Charleston competitions. The event proceeds will benefit early childhood programs. 480-5279779, grandprixscottsdale.com.

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7TH ANNUAL HERBERGER THEATER FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS

The Festival of the Arts is a family-friendly event and will include live music, theater and dance performances, a children’s activity area, film shorts, food, pet adoptions, craft beer tasting and more! Proceeds will benefit the Herberger Theater’s youth outreach programs. Free. 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Herberger Theater Center, 222 E. Monroe St., 602254-7399, herbergertheater.org.

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12TH ANNUAL CERTIFIED LOCAL FALL FESTIVAL Presented by Local First Arizona, this event will celebrate all things local. With more than 100 vendors from around Arizona, attendees can sample and peruse various products, foods and drinks. All ages are encouraged to attend. Admission is free and tickets for food sampling and activities will be

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available for purchase. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Margaret T. Hance

23RD ANNUAL CAREFREE FINE ART AND WINE FESTIVAL

Park, 1134 N. Central Ave.,

More than 150 award-winning fine

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artists will showcase their artwork in the 23rd annual Carefree Fine Art and Wine Festival. Paintings, drawings, charcoals, pastels, sculptures, bronzes and handblown glass are just some of the work that will be displayed.

Featured artist will be oil painter Darrell Thomas. Attendees will also enjoy live music and the tasting of delicious wines, rums and microbrews. Adults, $3; children 18 and younger, free; wine tasting, $10. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Carefree Desert Gardens and Sanderson Lincoln Pavilion, 101 Easy St., 480-837-5637, thunderbirdartists.com.

602-956-0909, localfirstaz.com/ fall-festival.

LIGHT THE NIGHT FUNDRAISING WALK

This year’s Light the Night Fundraising Walk is hosted by The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society and will celebrate the survivors of blood cancers through music, entertainment and the carrying of illuminated lanterns. The night, dedicated to bringing awareness to blood cancers, will end with a showstopping display of fireworks. 5-7 p.m. Phoenix Municipal Stadium, 5999 E. Van Buren St., lightthenight.org.

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46TH ANNUAL LITCHFIELD PARK FESTIVAL OF ARTS The Litchfield Park Festival of Arts returns for its 46th year.

For two days, art enthusiasts and the general public can peruse original art pieces and crafts from more than 250 fine artists and craftsmen.

There will also be live music

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food booths, festival eateries, sidewalk cafes and wine tasting. Free. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Downtown Litchfield Park, 101 W. Wigwam Blvd., 623-734-6526, vermillionpromotions.com.

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the beautiful and award-winning

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3RD ANNUAL AMERICAN MADE MATTERS DAY Support American-made products during Watson’s Hat Shop’s third annual American Made Matters Day. The event will showcase the high-quality hats manufactured and built right inside Watson’s Hat Shop, and will also feature American-made watches by professional watchmakers A.M. Cook Wristwatch. Also included in the evenings activities will be raffle prizes and food and drink selections by Indigo Crow. Watson’s Hat Shop is the Arizona ambassador for the American Made Matters organization. Free. 4-8 p.m.

Watson’s Hat Shop, 7100 E. Cave Creek Rd., Ste. 148, 480595-9777, watsonshatshop.com.

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ARIZONA MUSICFEST KICKS OFF 26TH SEASON Arizona Musicfest is better than ever before! Starting off the season, from October 28 through November 7, is Arizona Musicfest’s inaugural Fall Fest, a four-concert schedule featuring Melissa Manchester and the Midtown Men: The Original Cast of Broadway’s Jersey’s Boys.

New and old patrons can also expect 23 concerts throughout the season, which includes Chris Botti, Mirage: Visions of Fleetwood Mac, The Manhattan

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AZDANCE PRESENTS A JOYOUS CHRISTMAS A joyous Christmas it will be when guests attend AZDance’s holiday event. Many talented dancers will dance to favorite Christmas and holiday music under the artistic direction of Kenda Newbury. AZDance is a nonprofit professional dance company that integrates professional dancers with those who have different abilities.

Check website for ticket prices, show times and location. 602787-7738, azdance.org.

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CAREFREE CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL Save the date! The ninth annual Carefree Christmas Festival will

Transfer, A Broadway Romance and many more. For more information on ticket prices, show times and locations, visit azmusicfest.org or call 480-8400457.

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Craig Connelly, who previously owned and operated Connelly Billiards, is back in business with his new company, Craig Billiards. The American-made, high-quality pool tables found in Craig’s showroom are the perfect addition to any home.

Craig offers several tables that will suit an individual’s style and taste, including classic designs, modern designs, rustic tables, designer series and more. For more information, visit craigbilliards.com.

return the second weekend in December. This family-friendly event offers a magical winter holiday in the Arizona desert.

There will be a stunning display of lights, an appearance by Santa, real snow, a holiday gift market, nighttime carriage rides and much more. Free.

Friday and Saturday: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Sunday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Carefree Desert Gardens and Sanderson Lincoln Pavilion, 100 Easy St., 480-488-2051, carefreechristmasfestival.com.

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Farm to Kitchen West SUPPER SERIES Writer Grace Hill

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Imagine a rustic burlap table runner stretching across a long wooden farm table. Mismatched wine glasses have been left at each place setting.

An arrangement of garden flowers sits in the heart of the table and becomes a continuation of the surrounding natural beauty. A delicious aroma of a home-cooked meal made from fresh ingredients lingers in the air. It’s truly a picturesque scene, and one not often found in urban settings.

Yet The Simple Farm and Kitchen West Restaurant will offer exactly that kind of down-to-earth dining experience during their Farm to Kitchen West Supper Series.

Beginning at 6 p.m., each supper in the series starts with a casual meet-and-greet with fellow diners.

Then a three-course, communal-style meal, made from local, fresh ingredients grown at The Simple Farm, follows at 6:30 p.m. Each item served will be excellently prepared by Kitchen West’s executive chef, Rick Dupere.

“The menus were all created with Lylah telling me what crops she will have in season,” says Dupere.

“Maybe a few surprises. The majority of [the dinner] is family style for sharing and interacting. Cooking everything while not wasting any juices or flavor.”

The next dinner at The Simple Farm, titled “Hashknife Night Celebrating the Pony Express Campfire Chuck Wagon Cooking,” will occur on November 18. The meal will include an appetizer of kohlrabi arugula salad and pomegranate and Arizona apple. Then comes the main course of The Simple Farm okra chili verde, fennel butter tortilla, chimichurri carved hanger roast, smoked brisket potato hash and glazed cumin seed carrots. The meal will conclude with a blueberry slump dessert.

In addition, a perfectly selected Arizona wine will complement the seasonal food.

As guests enjoy their meal, Lylah and Michael Ledner, owners of The Simple Farm, will join Dupere to discuss local, organic farm produce and quality cooking.

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Farm to Kitchen West Supper Series Nov. 18, Jan. 27, March 24, May 19: The Simple Farm 9080 E. Cactus Rd., Scottsdale Dec. 16, Feb. 24, April 28: Kitchen West Restaurant, 7700 E. McCormick Pkwy., Scottsdale 480-596-7522 Meet and greet: 6 p.m.

Dinner: 6:30 p.m. $75 per person (not including tax and gratuity)

appropriate farm attire — especially comfortable walking shoes — as there will also be time to meet the adorable Nubian dairy goats who call the farm their home. The Simple Farm dinners are scheduled for November 18, January 27, March 24 and May 19.

On December 16, February 24 and April 28, the supper series will take place at the Kitchen West Restaurant, which is located at The Scottsdale Resort at McCormick Ranch. Guests can still expect the same rustic dinner experience in the restaurant’s private room. Following the meal, a relaxing wine reception will commence on the adjacent patio.

With the purpose of creating an intimate, communal gathering, the event only allows for a maximum of 16 guests. Therefore, those interested in attending are encouraged to reserve a seat as soon as possible. Each meal in the series costs $75 per person (not including tax and gratuity).

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ARIZONA Writer Grace Hill Photographer Brenna Zumbro

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Many people can describe their lives as being complex, busy and stressful — so much so that they often rely on others to prepare their meals. For some, dining out, fast food and microwaves have become an everyday occurrence and means of survival. If people have one less thing to worry about, like cooking, then isn’t that better in the end?

A growing trend supported by many health-conscious people argues that in fact, it isn’t better. Spending more time cooking and eating quality food actually de-stresses a person. A healthy, homecooked meal then becomes an event that heals the mind, body and soul, something that busy and stressed out individuals absolutely need.

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FACTS ABOUT ARIZONA FARMS (FROM THE ARIZONA FARM BUREAU, AZFB.ORG) • Arizona agriculture is a $17.1 billion industry, with more than 15,000 farms and ranches.

• Most farms in Maricopa County are less than 10 acres.

• Dairy is Arizona's leading agricultural product.

• Yuma County is known as the “Winter Salad Bowl Capital.” They produce almost all of the veggies consumed in the United States during the winter months.

• Pinal County is home to one of the few remaining sheep ranches that herd their sheep to Coconino County by foot using the historic sheep driveways in the state.

• Arizona ranks second in the U.S. in head lettuce, leaf lettuce, romaine lettuce, cauliflower and broccoli production.

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look beyond the grocery store and take a much different approach to selecting what to eat. An approach that provides a deeper connection with the Earth’s bountiful crops. This can be done by selecting foods directly from local farms.

Both large and small farms offer a myriad of seasonal items that not only taste better but are nutritionally better for us. Since they do not require shipping, individuals can eat produce at its ripest and freshest. Even during the colder months, while other states deal with freezing temperatures, local farms are able to grow an abundance of produce. In addition, farms provide access to animal products, such as meat, eggs and milk.

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Of course, these foods can be found at the grocery store. However, purchasing directly from local farms encourages communication between the community and the farmers. This relationship provides consumers with an understanding on what, how and when food grows best on the farm. It also communicates what role the farm plays in sustainable agriculture. Ultimately, if a person wants to know what they are eating, then purchasing directly from local farms makes the most sense.

If a trip to a local farm seems too large of a task, then look to alternative resources for local food.

Community-supported agriculture (CSAs) and farmers markets bring the food closer to home. Some CSAs even deliver food directly to your doorstep. Additionally, many local butcher shops sell only sustainablyraised meats from local farms, instead of factory-farmed meats. And getting farm fresh food doesn’t mean that dining out can’t be an option any longer. Certain restaurants now offer a farm-to-table experience, where they only provide menu options from local food sources.

With the growing desire to return to more natural ways of living, now makes for a perfect time to get to know the local farms and pick food that will nourish the body. Don’t think of it as something that should be done; think of it as something that must be done. It’s time to heal the mind, body and soul.

Share your favorite local farm experiences with our Images Arizona Facebook or Instagram pages using the hashtag, #iamAZproud. facebook.com/imagesaz instagram.com/imagesaz

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Brenna Zumbro Hometown: Payson Current: Flagstaff

Professional experience: When she was a high school senior, Brenna received her first camera from her grandmother for Christmas. In college, she studied journalism, and from there went to photography school per the recommendation of a professor. She graduated from the prestigious Brooks Institute of Photography in 2008, after studying under National Geographic photographer Chuck Plate. With Chuck as her inspiration and her studies under her belt, Brenna has been building her business ever since Why is it important to you to document farms in photographs? “I want people to know where their food comes from and show how much work goes into the process. I want to give the food and the people who grow it value, so that people start to support local farming.”

Describe your favorite farms to photograph and/or your favorite farm photograph? “It all depends. All the farms I’ve been on have been unique for different reasons. The largest farm I’ve photographed was Duncan Family Farms. It’s pretty amazing how much they grow. From the technology they use to the people they employ, it was pretty amazing. The most impressive part was that Arnott, the owner of the farm, still spends time in the field and knows the people who work for them. For a different reason, I love Rabbit Run Farm and others like it. They are small farms and the people on them work harder than anyone I know. They really care about what they produce and are always trying to improve.” brennazumbro.com November 2016 IMAGESAZ .C OM

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GRAND PRIX OF SCOTTSDALE Writer Lara Piu

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The second annual Grand Prix of Scottsdale roars through the city’s downtown area throughout the first weekend in November. Inspired by the Grand Prix of Monaco, this unique vintage mini race enables racing teams, spectators and participants alike to step back in time and experience the glory of the Roaring ‘20s.

Surrounded by classic vintage cars from that era, the event is a three-day cinematic celebration complete with a lawn party, gala, food, music, vintage kart racing and, of course, awards. All of the hoopla supports downtown Scottsdale while raising a ton of fun and money.

“We have created a legendary event that will forever be recognized as a tribute to American heritage, community accord and a first-of-itskind experience that started in our hometown of Scottsdale,” says Jack Gee, Grand Prix of Scottsdale

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co-producer. “There is nothing more rewarding than to see an idea turn into reality and become a success.”

Experience

Grand Prix of Scottsdale November 4-6 Downtown Scottsdale Gala: $100 Lawn party: $40 Kids’ race participants: free Main event spectators: free

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More than 20,000 people are expected to experience this Gatsbylike event that turns back the clock on the streets of downtown Scottsdale. Festivities commence with a Gatsby Under the Stars Gala, held November 4 on the Marshall Way Bridge. The gala is hosted by the Grand Prix’s charity partner, Southwest Human Development, a nonprofit serving 135,000 children and their families each year through more than 40 early childhood programs and services.

New this year is the Gatsby Lawn Party on November 5 and 6, also hosted

by Southwest Human Development. This event will provide an eclectic culinary festival experience complete with more than 30 craft beers and wines, with food provided by some of the Valley’s top chefs. Guests are encouraged to wear their finest Gatsbystyle attire while enjoying big band music, choreographed dance performances and a special cigar bar complete with club seating.

Also on November 5, Concours d’ Kids will host race-themed crafts, games and a mini Grand Prix driving experience for younger drivers, appropriately named the Grand Prixni.

The main event Grand Prix is held at 11 a.m. on November 6. Scottsdale Mayor Jim Lane will serve as the master of ceremonies and pace-car passenger for the race, where up to 40 vintage mini racers branded with a variety of local businesses, corporations and charity logos will navigate around a more than half-mile road course with teams of six drivers.

The festivities wrap up at 5 p.m. with the vintage victory trophy presentation, hosted

by Victory Brewing Company.

The main event is free; visit the website for an auxiliary event timeline and pricing. grandprixscottsdale.com

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A JOURNEY THROUGH

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Fall in love with ocean life at Scottsdale’s newest attraction, the OdySea Aquarium.

This marine-life adventure destination opened on September 3 and holds the title of the largest aquarium in the Southwest.

Located next to Butterfly Wonderland in the Salt River PimaMaricopa Indian Community, the two-level, 200,000-squarefoot facility wows even the most unimpressionable person.

The Aqua Lobby starts the experience in an unforgettable way.

Guests eyes immediately capture an array of brightly colored fish swimming in large glass spheres that hang from the ceiling.

And if that does not surprise guests, the shark tank visible inside the bathroom should do the trick!

After the lobby, a journey begins down the windy paths of the aquarium. With more than 50 exhibits, 30,000 animals and 500 species living at OdySea, a full immersion into the underwater world occurs. An unparalleled adventure such as this requires a few hours to complete in its entirety.

Along the journey, guests encounter sea life of various kinds. The American and Rainforest River exhibits showcase animals like freshwater turtles and true piranhas. The Otter Banks feature adorable Asian small-clawed otters. And the ever-popular South African penguins call Penguin Point home. Guests then travel to Stingray Bay to touch the cownose rays and bamboo sharks. Those hesitant for such an up-close encounter might start at the Tide Touch Pool. With more than 37 feet, this touch pool boasts many small creatures, including sea cucumbers, sea stars, hermit crabs and sea snails.

The Deep Ocean Escalator then plunges guests into a tunnel, where eagle rays, whitetip reef sharks and rescued sea turtles swim all around them. From there, guests’ eyes enlarge as they come across the magnificent Sharks of the Deep exhibit — a feature that holds more than 200,000 gallons of water and more than eight different species of sharks, including California leopard sharks, scalloped hammerheads, blacknose sharks and bonnethead sharks.

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OdySea Aquarium also find bizarre sea creatures like the moray eel and the nautilus. Beyond the bizarre, the Jewels of the Caribbean exhibit features clown fish, banded butterflyfish, sea horses and giant jawfish. Guests then move to the Great Barrier Reef attraction where all sorts of sea life live, including angelfish, harlequin tuskfish, foxface and a variety of redbreasted Maori wrasse fish.

In addition, the Living Sea Carousel, a one-of-a-kind feature of OdySea, whisks guests away through a living sea adventure. The aquarium also has a 3-D theater that provides guests with an in-depth discovery of “Underwater Giants,” an exclusive OdySea film. Lastly, the SeaTREK experience allows participants 9 years and older to suit up and go underwater surrounded by thousands of colorful and curious sea creatures from the Indo-Pacific region of the world.

480-291-8000 9500 Via De Ventura, Scottsdale Sunday - Friday: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.

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Adult (Ages 18-61): $34.95 Child (Ages 3-12): $24.95 Student (Ages 13-17 or with college ID): $29.95 Senior (Ages 62+ with ID Card): $32.95 *Children 2 and under are FREE

Guests feeling a little fatigued or famished by the excitement of the day’s journey can refresh themselves at the Lighthouse Cafe, a 28-foot authentic lighthouse. The menu offers delicious items like the artisan brick-oven pizza and gourmet burgers, as well as a nice selection of beer and wine. Once guests have finished the day’s journey through the underwater world, the final stop should be at the OdySea Treasures Gift Shop to purchase a keepsake item of the day.

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Writer Sue Kern-Fleischer Opening photograph Sal La Rocca

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No one can believe it’s been 20 years since the first Hidden in the Hills artist studio tour began, especially eight artists who were there that first year and have participated either as a studio host or a guest artist for the past two decades.

The diverse group includes painter Virginia Brooks (host, studio 41), potter Judy Darbyshire (host, studio 6), batik/mixed media artist Katalin Ehling (host, studio 20), wood turner Morrie Elmer (guest at studio 33), sculptor Gordon “Gordy” Mischke (guest at studio 46), pencil artist Dick Mueller (host, studio 43), glass artist Carole Perry (host, studio 16) and ceramist/ mixed media artist Robin Ray (host, studio 11).

Twenty years ago, none of them had a website, and only Dick Mueller and Morrie Elmer had cellphones. For most artists back then, marketing their original pieces of art before Hidden in the Hills was done through wordof-mouth and occasional postcard mailings that many of them would hand address. In 1997, it took six people less than two hours to address all the names in the League database. Today, it would take 30 artists a half day just to place pre-printed address stickers on all of the maps needed to mail to the current database.

The original idea was for an event that would give the community an opportunity to observe and engage in the creation of art, with an emphasis on process more than purchase.

“In contrast to the proliferation of tent shows for existing art lovers, we were looking for a way to make art approachable for those who did not yet appreciate or embrace it,” says Carole Perry.

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While some, including Elmer, joke that the event could easily have been called “Lost in the Hills” in the early days, Hidden in the Hills has become a key element in branding the League and its expanding membership.

Dick Mueller Pencil Artist

With only a few hundred dollars for promotion in 1997, the first tour was a big success, thanks to the tremendous efforts and enthusiasm of the original 44 artists in 19 studios, and the leadership of event co-founders, Judy Darbyshire and Jan Taylor.

“Things were much looser back then, and we didn’t have many challenges when it came to putting up the signs,” Gordy Mischke says. “It was really a hands-on operation.” Mischke hand-painted 4-by-8 sheets of plywood for the highway signs, and several artists volunteered to silkscreen individual studio signs at the high school where Robin Ray was teaching.

With the tiniest budget for collateral material, Darbyshire drew the iconic Studio Tour maps for the first two years, and the photocopied maps were distributed by the artists and posted throughout Cave Creek and Carefree.

Some participating artists had sales the first year, and some did not, but everyone felt it was a huge success in the way of exposure and reception by the community. Mueller recalls, “We had some patrons visit on horseback back then, and now I see close to 1,600 people in my studio each year.” He adds that many of the visitors today are tourists, and one even recognized him in the Minneapolis airport this past summer.

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Demand Soars The second year, the tour expanded from one weekend in November to the two weekends that bookend Thanksgiving, an important timeframe for the League’s signature event that is easily remembered by everyone.

Past presidents Ralph Deuschle and Alan Hochman were instrumental in generating the funds necessary to begin producing the highly collectible artist directory in 1999.

With each passing year, the demand to see more fine art soared, and the event grew to include more host studios and guest artists. Some artists even moved into the area with the goal of joining the League and participating in Hidden in the Hills.

Each of the eight artists remember good years and challenging years, especially during the Great Recession.

No one year stands out, though Virginia Brooks is pretty sure she is the only host artist who had a patron fall into the pool.

“She was a good sport about it,” Brooks says, laughing. “She was admiring the work of my guest artist, Steve Stento, and was backing up to take a photograph of it when she lost her footing and fell into the deep end.

Steve jumped in to help her. While her camera and his cell phone were damaged by the water, neither was hurt, thankfully.”

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Watching Artists Evolve All eight artists credit Hidden in the Hills not only with helping their careers, but also with pushing them to grow as artists.

Mueller exhibited graphite pencil drawings on paper during the first tour.

“Color pencil now constitutes twothirds of my work, and I also do more

landscapes and wildlife,” he says.

Darbyshire had been selling predominately craft fair-appropriate pottery since the 1970s, when she first joined the Cave Creek Craft Council, the Sonoran Arts League’s predecessor.

But having an open studio not only inspired larger, more intricate works, it also allowed for her to exhibit other media for the first time.

Her acrylic paintings retain a style formerly developed while working in a commercial art department, and have the aspect of retro illustrations.

“My background as an artist benefits my pottery with thoughtful design, often figurative, quirky or influenced by my long involvement in Southwestern archaeology,” she says.

Now, at 73, her participation in the studio tour has enabled her to gradually withdraw from other shows and galleries, in order to concentrate on a new collection for each year’s Hidden in the Hills tour.

Katalin Ehling is especially nostalgic during this, her last Hidden in the Hills tour. With a career spanning more than four decades, Ehling traveled the world, finding inspiration in Europe, Japan, China, Hungary, Java, Bali and other remote and exotic locations.

Closer to home, she was part of many Southwest galleries’ stable of artists in Scottsdale, Denver, Taos and Santa Fe. “My work has changed and evolved by leaps and bounds,” Ehling says. “The first 15 years, I mainly showed batiks. At that time, I was concentrating solely on batik on cotton with Southwest images of pueblos, Navajo weavers, mothers and children, and New Mexico and Northern Arizona landscapes.

Since then, I have added mixed media, collage, batiks on paper and encaustic monotypes.

The works have also evolved to abstract, non-representational imagery.”

Ehling says she is grateful that the studio tour pushed her to try new things.

“I delight in seeing that I was never stuck in a mode, but always pushed myself to grow and try new mediums and subject matter,” she says. “Had I not done that, I might have quit a long time ago.” She adds that after Hidden in the Hills, she will continue to create art, experiment with new techniques and enter national and international exhibitions.

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For Brooks, who in 1997 was new to Carefree, making the personal connections and building relationships was a key motivation for participating in the artist studio tour.

“I feel very fortunate that we see many of the same people come back year after year to see how our work has evolved,” Brooks says of her and her guest artists. This year, her own work has expanded from landscapes of the American West, Tuscany and Provence to now include peaceful atmospheric paintings.

Hidden in the Hills is the longest-running consecutive show Elmer has done. And while he still creates wood-turned hollow vessels that are inlayed with precious stones, he says the work he does now is much more extensive.

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“It’s a further refinement of what I was doing,” Elmer says. “I use more and different colored stones and local woods that require a lot more inlay. Back then, I wasn’t too excited about heavily distressed wood — now I look for those pieces. My newer pieces also include precious opal, which you won’t see anywhere else. It makes for a very unique piece of wood art.”

Glass artist Carole Perry says she is still creating the glass tapestries that she was doing two decades ago, but they have evolved significantly, and today they are in prized glass collections around the globe. Perry has also expanded her work to include more functional pieces, like dinnerware, “big funky wall pieces,” and other contemporary glass art.

Perry, who is a member of Local First Arizona and advocates for buying from locally-owned businesses, says the patrons have been a large part of her creative success.

“My growth has been tremendous in part because about 10 percent of the 2,000 people who come through my studio each year recommend ideas about how I can further experiment with my art,” she says. “It usually takes three to five months to complete all the commissions that result from each year’s tour.”

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Morrie Elmer Wood Turner

Those who have followed Gordy Mischke’s work have seen his architectural creations evolve from concrete to steel, copper and stone abstract sculptures; wood carvings; etched glass; gates; fences; doors; and more. And while he credits Hidden in the Hills with landing a large commission with the Radisson at Fort McDowell Casino, he is proudest of his “Desert Madonna” sculpture that

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stands at the entrance to the Town of Carefree’s amphitheater.

“I constructed that piece to be raffled to kick off the League’s youth art scholarship fund during one of the first tours,” he says. “Through a quirky chain of events, the person who won it moved, and perhaps donated it to the town.”

Youth art is very dear to Robin Ray’s

heart and is a big reason Ray was so instrumental in launching Hidden in the Hills’ Youth Art Studio 1 two decades ago. In 1997, Ray was a single mother, teaching visual arts at Cactus Shadows High School and art classes at Paradise Valley Community College at night.

“Hidden in the Hills was the one thing that kept me alive in my community as an artist,” Ray says. “It gave me a

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Robin Ray Ceramist & Mixed Media

“Our mission and the one critical requirement of every participating artist have never changed.

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depth of experience that I could share with my students.”

While she has always worked with clay, Ray was also weaving 20 years ago. Now “the looms are in storage forever,” and her creativity has evolved to include mural paintings and more whimsical, expressive mixed media animal sculptures. Her work also has developed to include more Raku pottery.

Sharing with the Community When the Sonoran Arts League board approved the first Hidden in the Hills artist studio tour 20 years ago, no one could have guessed how much the event would affect the League, its members and the community.

This year’s 20th annual event, which is cochaired by League executive director Pat BellDemers and board member, gourd artist and studio host Jane Boggs, features 188 artists at 47 studios, a phenomenal accomplishment that none of the original participating artists could have imagined. Even more impressive is the fact that the Sonoran Arts League, which had fewer than 75 members in 1997, now has more than 650 members.

“Our mission and the one critical requirement of every participating artist have never changed,” says Boggs. “We must all be able and willing to share our process and inspiration for creating our art.”

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Gordon "Gordy" Mishke Sculptor

Education has always been a key goal with Hidden in the Hills.

While the Youth Art Studio 1 started off at Desert Foothills Nursery, the exhibit moved to Desert Foothills Library several years ago. Now, students in third through 12th grade submit their work to be juried into the exhibit in the spring. This year, 120 pieces were submitted for review and 50 pieces were chosen to be on exhibit at the library from November 1-29. A free celebratory reception will take place on November 10 from 6 to 7 p.m.

All eight artists who were part of the first Hidden in the Hills tour say they’ve developed a special bond, just by being part of the event for the past two decades.

Several commented on how rewarding it is to form friendships with returning patrons and have the chance to meet new visitors.

“It has given us a chance to make a difference in the community we love,” Darbyshire says, “and it justifies spending our lifetimes doing what we do.” hiddeninthehills.org

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Step into a magical winter wonderland this holiday season during the fifth annual Holiday Magic on McCormick Ranch.

The exclusive event, held on December 3 and located at the McCormick Ranch main entrance park, proudly brings the community together for fun-filled holiday excitement.

“Holiday Magic is an event unique to McCormick Ranch that allows Ranch residents to gather together to celebrate our community and the holiday season,” says Leo Berg of Ranch Realty, who is also a Holiday Magic volunteer and corporate sponsor. “Holiday Magic promotes area merchants, community involvement, local schools and Scottsdale’s first responders. This is our event!”

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impressive 50 tons brought in, McCormick Ranch becomes a snowscape in the Arizona desert, where kids will enjoy gliding down snow slides or making snow angels.

The festivities continue as children magically transform through the talents of a face painter, and then fill with giddiness as Santa patiently listens to their wish lists. The enchantment lingers as they meet storybook characters and get swept away by a horse and carriage. A special appearance will also be made by the Scottsdale Mounted Horse Patrol and Scottsdale Fire Department trucks. Magic will definitely be in the air for children!

Adults will enjoy some grown-up magic, as well. Included in the evening fun will be sponsor booth giveaways and prizes from the annual raffle. Every $1 raffle ticket purchased

Experience Holiday Magic on McCormick Ranch December 3 Free, 5-8 p.m.

McCormick Ranch Main Entrance Park (Between Scottsdale Road, McCormick Parkway and Northern Avenue)

provides a chance to win amazing prizes, including restaurant and retail gift cards, kitchen appliances, artwork, gift baskets and more. Adults can also treat themselves to the delicious menu of various food trucks and free hot cocoa, iced tea and lemonade, while enjoying the camaraderie of old and new friendships made at McCormick Ranch.

Live music and entertainment will bring further holiday cheer to the event. The line-up includes A Capella Syndicate, the Circus School of Arizona and the Cochise Elementary, Chaparral High School and Saguaro High School choirs. The cheerful sounds will continue all throughout the night, with music from a DJ concluding the event.

Leo Berg sums up this magical holiday party by saying, “You’ll have a great time connecting with your neighbors, enjoying the music and food, playing in the snow and providing Santa with your wish list!”

The holiday spirit abounds as friends and family gather together under the starry night sky during this year’s Holiday Magic.

A special thanks goes to the McCormick Ranch Property Owners’ Association, which funds part of Holiday Magic. Additional funding is also provided through the event’s many sponsors.

Primary sponsors include Ranch Realty; Rowland Carmichael Advisors; Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers; Lox, Stock and Bagel; Desert Schools Federal Credit Union; The Scottsdale Resort at McCormick Ranch; Arizona Partners representing the Mercado Shopping Plaza; Linda LeBlang of RE/MAX Fine Properties; and Images Arizona magazine. mrpoa.com November 2016 IMAGESAZ .C OM

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We’ve been hearing about it for years now — play is down at courses across the nation, equipment sales are tanking and the demise of the game of golf is upon us. As if that weren’t bad enough, according to the National Golf Foundation, the number of golfers in the U.S. dropped from a high of 30.6 million golfers in 2003 to 24.7 million in 2014.

In response to these numbers, the PGA of America has spent the last few years searching for new ways to appeal to the country’s next generation of golfers.

Enter PGA Junior League Golf.

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It’s one of the game’s fastest-growing programs, and Grayhawk Golf Club is rolling out the red carpet for the league’s championship matches November 19-21.

“We’re honored to host the 2016 PGA Junior League Golf Championship,” says Joe Shershenovich, Grayhawk Golf Club PGA director of golf. “Growing the game of golf is a goal we all share, and hosting this championship is a great opportunity for junior golf in Arizona.”

What is PGA Junior League Golf?

Started in 2011 as a key initiative of PGA REACH, the PGA of America’s charitable arm, PGA Junior League

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PGA Junior League Golf Championships November 19-21, 2016 Grayhawk Golf Club (Raptor Course), Scottsdale

Krando Nishiba celebrates after holing a 35-foot birdie putt in a playoff that gave Team California the win over Team Georgia in last year's PGA Junior League Championship

Golf is a national program for boys and girls ages 13 and under. Rather than an individual competition, kids play a scramble format on teams with their friends, complete with numbered jerseys. Each team is captained by a PGA or LPGA teaching professional, who provides instruction and direction.

“The fact that they are playing a scramble relieves a lot of the pressure that comes with playing individually,” says Bob Doyle, PGA player development regional manager for the Southwest.

The scramble format, in which players can choose the best shot between the two of them and both play from that spot until they hole out, encourages teamwork and problem solving.

Krando Nishiba is carried off the ninth hole at Disney's Palm Course after he clinched the 2015 PGA Junior League Golf title for Team California.

“If they hit a bad shot, their partner can help bail them out and they don’t feel discouraged,” says Doyle. “It gives everyone the chance to make bogeys and pars, so the kids enjoy the game more and progress faster.”

Over the past two years, participation in the league has grown by 233 percent. Today, it has more than 30,000 youth participants and 2,500 teams in 48 states and all 41 PGA sections. The program even boasts superstars Rory McIlroy, Rickie Fowler, Michelle Wie and Lexi Thompson as official PGA Junior League ambassadors.

The Southwest section of PGA Junior League Golf, which includes Arizona and Las Vegas, went from 22 active teams in its first year to 46 teams in 2016. Doyle believes that number will hit 100 in the near future.

“We have definitely seen an uptick in the number of junior golfers out there playing, and it’s encouraging for the future of the game,” he says.

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Team Concept is a Real Winner Despite rumors of golf’s demise, this summer’s Ryder Cup posted record television numbers, including the most-watched day in Golf Channel’s 21-year history on the first day of competition. Across all three days of coverage from Hazeltine National Golf Club, the Ryder Cup averaged 4.3 million viewers, peaking with 6.4 million on Sunday on NBC. Overall, average viewership was up 95 percent compared to the 2014 Ryder Cup in Scotland.

So what is the secret to its popularity? Is it intense patriotism? Or is it simply more entertaining to see individuals come together as a team to achieve victory, and to have fun doing it?

It turns out it’s a little of both.

Arizona’s representation in the 2016 PGA Southwest section championship came to an end on August 28, when the all-star team from the East Valley, consisting of players from Augusta Ranch, Grayhawk and other area courses, was eliminated by a team from the Summerlin area in Las Vegas. The following PGA Junior League Golf All-Star Teams went on to win their regional competitions and have advanced to the PGA Junior League Golf Championship at Grayhawk Golf Club in Scottsdale, November 19-21:

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Grayhawk’s Shershenovich, who attended this year’s Ryder Cup at Hazeltine in Minnesota, says the environment was electric, and he can certainly see the allure of the biennial event.

“Golf is traditionally an individual sport, so it’s one of the few times we get to see golfers playing in a team competition,” says Shershenovich. “The pros embrace it, they cheer for each other and they have fun. It seems more real. If I’m a kid watching on TV, it’s powerful stuff.”

After watching Reed, Fowler, Spieth and company fist-pump and chest-bump their way around Hazeltine last month, there’s no denying that the boys were having the times of their lives while representing their country. For Doyle, that’s what the appeal is all about.

Midwest Region: Team Illinois, Cog Hill Golf Club (Lemont, Illinois) Mideast Region: Team Ohio, Mallard Creek Golf Club (Columbia Station, Ohio) Southeast Region: Team Georgia, Crooked Stick Golf Club (Alpharetta, Georgia) Mid-Atlantic Region: Team New Jersey, Royce Brook Golf Club (Hillsborough, New Jersey) Northeast Region: Team Connecticut, Suzy Whaley Golf Academy (Cromwell, Connecticut)

Western Region: Team Northern California, Las Positas Golf Course (Livermore, California) Southwest Region: Team Texas, Twin Creeks Country Club (Cedar Park, Texas) Mississippi Valley Region: Team Alabama, Participants from Bocking Golf Academy at Burningtree Country Club (Decatur, Alabama), The Ledges (Huntsville, Alabama), Valley Hill Country Club (Huntsville, Alabama) and Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail at Hampton Cove (Owens Cross Roads, Alabama)

“It’s all about team, an association with a city or town or country — for the Ryder Cup and these kids,” he says. “They play for their buddies, their home course. It’s a big point of pride.”

Grayhawk Rolls Out the Red Carpet Grayhawk is no stranger to big events, having hosted the PGA Tour’s Frys.com Open, Andersen Consulting World Championship of Golf, Williams World Challenge (which benefited the Tiger Woods Foundation) and the Thunderbird International Junior. The PGA Junior League Golf Championships at Grayhawk will be no different, as the club plans to treat the tournament much like a PGA event.

“Arizona may never host a U.S. Open, but to us, this is a major,” says Shershenovich, who sees the event following in the footsteps of baseball’s Little League World Series, hosted annually in Williamsport, Pennsylvania.

“When a kid wins their regional and makes it to Williamsport, it’s a once-in-a-lifetime experience,” he says. “The level of volunteerism and community involvement is tremendous. I just know our golf community has the potential for the same level of support.”

This year, Shershenovich is focused on setting the standard for future PGA Junior League Golf Championships.

“When the kids compete here in November, we look forward to providing each of the eight teams with the same prestigious experience that the world’s best receive,” Shershenovich says. “It will certainly be unforgettable for the 10 kids who win the championship, but we’re going to ensure that the other 70 kids and their parents who make the trip also have an amazing experience.”

The PGA Junior League Golf Championship features nine-hole matches played in a popular two-person scramble format, with points awarded based on number of holes won. Final scoring is based on the record of matches won, tied and lost.

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Andaz Scottsdale

Luxury Retreat

ARTISTIC SOUL

Writer Shannon Severson Photographer Brandon Tigrett and Ramon C Purcell Photography

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Andaz Scottsdale Resort & Spa is a new kind of luxury resort that incorporates an immersive local cultural experience with a mix of posh sophistication and a decidedly convivial spirit.

The mid-century vibe is Palm Springs meets Santa Fe simplicity, with low-slung bungalows nestled amidst 23 acres of lush landscape.

Woven into the very fabric of its design are the influences of old and new: the colorful pop art style of Alexander Girard, famous for his work with Charles Eames and Herman Miller; and the ancient spiritual artistry of the Zuni color wheel. The soul of the resort, however, lies in its collaboration with — and desire to celebrate — the work of local artists.

Andaz Scottsdale’s general manager, Scott Mason, is particularly thrilled to have forged a relationship with the Cattle Track Arts Compound. It’s just a few short blocks down the road from the resort, but a world away.

“We are just three-quarters of a mile from Cattle Track, and it’s fortuitous,” says Mason.

“It’s a relationship that was meant to be. Art is about personal interpretation, and relationships are based off of instinct. Our partnership with Cattle Track was natural. It’s not about personal interests, it’s about our mutual interests. We want these artists to have a venue to showcase and to teach, because the relationships we all develop will present opportunities for connection between artists and guests.”

Cattle Track began as a homestead constructed of redwood and found materials by George and Rachael Ellis in the 1920s, and soon became a place for artists to live, create, perform and present. Some very prominent personalities spent time at Cattle Track over the years, including such luminaries as Phoenix Art Museum founder Phillip Curtis and photographer Pedro E. Guerrero, known for his work with Frank Lloyd Wright.

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The long history of Arizona’s art scene is palpable here — in the sculptures, the studios, the hand-built homes made from salvaged materials, the gallery — and little has changed as the city has grown exponentially just outside its gates. The Ellis’ daughter, Janie, still lives in her childhood home and is central to preserving the creative purpose of the compound.

“This area has always drawn people with talent,” says Ellis.

“Music, art, metalworkers, printmakers — they all congregated here. Part of it was my parents’ ability to help them accomplish projects in their large shop. We could build things, answer questions and get problems solved. We still do that here. We offer living space for artists who come through Phoenix and Scottsdale, and it’s fun because you never know who’s coming. We have six full-time residents and 35 working artists on-site.

“Andaz Scottsdale will introduce our artists to people from around the world. We think they’re going to draw good people.

When you go someplace you’ve never been before, the best way to see it is with someone who lives there. If you have that, you are a huge step ahead. We live here and are looking forward to offering that local perspective.”

At Andaz Scottsdale, artists have been invited to collaborate from the project’s inception and play an integral part in both the birth and life of the resort. Artist Mark McDowell serves as an intermediary between Mason and the many artists

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and performers affiliated with Cattle Track. The talents of painters, sculptors, photographers, fiber artists, ceramicists and printmakers are all richly represented and acknowledged throughout the property.

“Our involvement with Andaz Scottsdale is twofold,” says McDowell. “First, we worked with a design team to outfit the buildings and property with art that fits the design continuum.

Nothing about the resort looks like it was spit out of the corporate machine. Second is the artist residencies — and this is where we really shine and give back. We lend our long history of relationships with artists and performers from Phoenix and all over the world, who have made their way through the gates at Cattle Track. It could be anyone, from a rock ‘n’ roll musician to a Guggenheim fellow. From an artist’s perspective, they have been very generous about crediting the individual artist’s work and letting guests know how to contact the artist. It’s a lovely gesture.”

The artists’ residencies at Andaz Scottsdale Salon are the interactive arm of this collaboration. Events, tours, concerts and classes will center around cultural experiences that inform, inspire and encourage connection between like-minded individuals.

Events may include pottery classes, art instruction, photography demonstrations, musical performances and culinary tours of the local farmers market that conclude with a cooking lesson.

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identify local insiders, work with local curators and add a learning component,” says Mason. “It’s a free landscape where guests can take everything these artists and performers have to offer. For the individual guest or from a meeting standpoint, this is a huge opportunity to do something different.”

Like Cattle Track, the resort is tucked away, with no frontage on Scottsdale Road, so the feel is one of a retreat from the hustle and bustle of the city, yet all the attractions of Scottsdale are just minutes away.

“We believe this is the perfect setting,” says Mason. “You’re in the center of it all, but with all of the privacy in the world.”

When you arrive at the doors of Andaz Scottsdale, it’s immediately apparent that this is a different sort of resort — far from cookie-cutter hotel norms. You are greeted by an ever-changing art collection when you enter the Guest House, which isn’t the traditional hotel lobby. There’s no check-in

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desk and the area is flooded with natural light from windows that extend the length of the building, warmly accented with cedar ceilings. The energy of Delawie Architects’ outside-in design changes with the waxing and waning of daylight, evening and deepening night, as quiet mornings give way to lively evenings. It’s this absence of boundaries that embodies the Andaz experience — inclusive, relaxed, stylish, creative.

Hotel guests are greeted with a welcome beverage (with an optional kick) and, adding to the instantly comfortable vibe, can take advantage of the Guest House library, board games and coloring books.

A short distance farther takes you to the Weft & Warp Art Bar + Kitchen. The glass-enclosed exhibition kitchen is an exciting invitation to a culinary arts experience that will attract locals and visitors alike, mimicking friendly gatherings where everyone inevitably ends up hanging out in the kitchen. The open feel (and view of the pool and Camelback Mountain) features a kitchen table, and high countertop tables surround

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a plancha where executive chef Adam Sheff offers small and sharable plates that reflect local influences and ingredients in completely new ways. The serving pieces in the restaurant continue the artisanal theme, as many are handmade by Cattle Track ceramic artist Mary Van Dusen.

Sheff looks forward to using honey from an on-site apiary, experimenting with seasonal farmers market finds and creating exceptional bar snacks, including a rotating selection of jerky: ostrich with mescal and green chile, spiced lamb and beef brisket with orange flower honey, among others. It’s a new twist on an old cowboy favorite.

“Finding all these synergies between the artists, the farmers and the producers is part of what defines the food culture of the property,” says Sheff. “Many different cultures have come through this area over the centuries. There are hidden ingredients that people don’t realize are indigenous to this area. It’s not what you’d expect — quail, pistachios, dates, pecans, honey, lettuce, mushrooms and trout from the north. We want to tell that local story.”

Since the resort prefers to let guests create a vacation that reflects their own personal rhythm, Weft & Warp won’t be strictly confined to standard mealtimes. The all-day menu lets guests indulge at whim. Daily, made-to-order brunch is a prime example.

“Breakfast is an event at Andaz Scottsdale,” says Mason. “We intend to cater to the local community with indulgent, satiating favorites like blue corn pancakes with orange-poppy curd and rye whiskey syrup, or dirty hash browns with green chili pork, queso and our house-made hot sauces. We offer breakfast throughout the day, so that even if you’ve had a late night, you don’t have to rush to get a great breakfast. It’s another way we are freeing our visitors to enjoy the experience in their own way and in their own time.”

Another draw for locals and tourists is the spectacular Turquoise Pool. As the color turquoise is at the center of the Zuni color wheel, the pool is at the center of the hotel grounds and is the center of the action. The Turquoise Pool Bar offers seasonal treats like spiked popsicles and punchbowls, and is the Valley’s best new spot for a sunset cocktail (of which there will be a

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multitude of creative iterations) with a view of Camelback Mountain’s north face. Private cabanas can be rented for the ultimate luxury pool experience. Some cabanas are adjacent to the hotels exclusively appointed suites.

The mid-century modern guest room interiors — conceived

by EDG Interior Architecture and Design — are tastefully luxurious, with every design element thoughtfully presented.

Skylights, beamed ceilings, sliding barn doors and hand troweled walls are the perfect backdrop for the prominently featured art vignettes that vary widely from room to room. The art includes textile design prints by Janet Towbin; colorful etchings by sculptor and painter Larry Passey; and drawings, paintings and prints by Koryn Woodward, Brent Bond and Matt Magee, among many other artists. Some studios have their own private patios and feature outdoor showers surrounded by stucco walls with Mangaris wood accents.

A contemporary teak picnic table graces the front terrace of each studio, and brightly colored Spanish-style banco seating invites guests to enjoy morning coffee or evening cocktails al fresco. To that end, in-room mixers and locally curated snacks are complimentary, and pony-size liquor bottles encourage a little in-room mixology. Fire pits with comfortable seating dot the property, setting the scene for lively conversation or a romantic moment after dark.

Locals and out-of-towners will enjoy taking advantage of the luxurious 12,000-square-foot Palo Verde Spa & Apothecary, which has its own pool and is slated to open in December. Vast event spaces will attract celebrations, conferences and meetings with 10,000 interior square feet (including the 3,900-square-foot Foundry Ballroom) and more than 36,000 exterior square feet of meeting space. Finally, The Retreat at Andaz Scottsdale is a hidden gem at the southern end of the resort property. It’s an exceptionally private collection of 23 guest rooms that surround a private pool, with event and outdoor dining areas that will attract corporate retreats and destination weddings.

The word Andaz means “personal style” in Hindi, and the brand is a boutique arm of Hyatt Hotels Corporation. Its 13 locations around the world seek to remove the traditional barriers between travelers and their destinations.

Andaz Scottsdale Resort & Spa 6114 N. Scottsdale Rd. Scottsdale, 85253 480-368-1234 scottsdale.andaz.hyatt.com

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Writer Shannon Severson Photo credit A.O. Tucker

Art That Sings

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The art of Fred Tieken is wild, freewheeling, frequently cheeky and often accented with a dose of pop culture commentary. It feels like a visual embodiment of jazz or rock ‘n’ roll, which makes perfect sense when you learn a bit more about the artist. Music is where it all started for Fred, who, along with his wife, Gail, continues to make an impact on the art world with the Tieken Gallery, which just so happens to be in their backyard.

The Tiekens have always been art collectors and major supporters of art in Phoenix and Los Angeles. They now

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have a gallery in Paradise Valley and a Tieken Studio in Venice, California. The original idea was to construct a guest house in the backyard of their Arizona home, but the concept soon transformed, and Tieken Gallery was born.

“We were ready to meet with architect Andy Byrnes, and I thought we’d probably use a gallery a whole lot more often than a guest house,” says Gail. “It’s really great if collectors want to come and do a little tour. It might be Fred’s work or the work of other artists that is displayed.”

The glass, metal and concrete gallery is light and airy, with movable walls. The northern glass facade opens onto the pool deck, where the Tiekens host openings in the cooler months. The yard is filled with intriguing sculptures, some by Fred and others by a variety of artists, including a bronze by the late Native American sculptor, Allan Houser. The gallery officially opened in November 2015 and featured what is now known as “The Arizona 45,” which showcased 44 artists from all over Arizona (as well as one of Fred’s works.)

“Our shows primarily feature other artists, and we try to focus on international shows and things you couldn’t ordinarily see in this area,” says Gail. “What really sets this gallery apart is our ability to utilize the outdoors for our openings.”

Fred’s journey as an artist didn’t begin with a paintbrush, though he’s always loved to draw. It began with music. Born in Illinois during the Great Depression, his love of music was stoked by visits to his grandparents’ farm, where the family would play and sing, and by summers spent at his grandma Lillie’s apartment, which was next door to a honkytonk tavern. On weekends, the music would waft up through the windows, and he notes that his grandma never minded the noise. By age 12, Fred was performing on clarinet with local musicians. After he discovered the saxophone in high school, it wasn’t long before he had formed his own combo, Freddie Tieken’s Four Stars.

The rest became music history as he continued playing with and forming his own successful bands, including Freddie Tieken and the Rockers, which traveled the Midwest, listening to and performing with some of the jazz greats of the time. They released their single, “Sittin’ Here Cryin’,” and it climbed to No. 24 on the Billboard R&B chart. The band began appearing on television, and traveled the country as part of Dick Clark’s Caravan of Stars road show.

In the ensuing decades, music was the center of Fred’s life. He was always thinking of new ways to reach more fans and evolve his sound. His love of entertaining was the driving force behind all his hard work. From jazz to bebop, from R&B to rock, Fred and a slew of talented musicians and friends had great success recording, performing and experiencing the many adventures that come along with the life of a November 2016 IMAGESAZ .C OM

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musician. Even today, Fred loves listening to music as inspiration while he paints.

“I like to listen to bebop and Miles Davis,” says Fred, “and I love Charlie Parker. [Jean-Michel] Basquiat used to listen to him when he painted. I listen to him a lot. It’s that really cool bebop, uptempo late at night when you’re painting.

Boy, it just sinks right in.”

Music is ultimately what brought him and Gail together, and they’ve now been married for more than 40 years.

They first met when she was working at a music store, and their paths crossed several times over the years before they married. An accomplished saxophonist and music lover, Gail went on to become a booking agent, and she and Fred became successful partners in multiple industries,

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eventually moving from Quincy, Illinois to Chicago. The two operated recording studios, record labels, talent management and an advertising, graphic design and photography agency. Fred’s artistic talents were put to work designing album covers, and they loved discovering and promoting bands of all musical styles.

“The whole thing was really intertwined,”

says Fred. “We did a lot of rock album covers and posters. Then, we started promoting bands. We worked with a lot of bands on their way up.”

A little piece of this time lives on in their backyard gallery: a door, tucked away and signed by all the artists who have visited, just like the one the Tiekens remember at Chess Recording Studios. It was covered

in signatures by famed recording artists, including the Rolling Stones and Chuck Berry.

By the early 1980s, Fred and Gail shifted from the music business to offering design and graphic services to corporate clients. During a particularly harsh Chicago winter in 1986, a trip to Phoenix convinced them that it was time to leave Chicago for warmer climes. Fred and Gail established their successful agency in Phoenix and experienced award-winning successes until they decided to sell their business and retire in 2001.

In 2010, Fred received a life-changing diagnosis from his doctors. His chronic kidney disease had compromised him to such an extent that dialysis was the next step. In his mid-70s, Fred wasn’t a candidate for the transplant list unless he could find his own donor. Miraculously, tests revealed that Gail was a match. The surgeons were incredulous, but after repeated tests for confirmation, her kidney was successfully transplanted into Fred in January 2011. The emotions surrounding the process prompted Fred to begin painting.

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“The reason I started taking painting seriously is because I wanted to paint how I thought it would be,” says Fred.

“I thought about it all the time anyway, so I thought, ‘What the hell? I might as well paint it.’”

His first painting, “Pass The Mayo,” uses multiple mediums to express the seriousness and humor of the situation.

He hasn’t stopped painting since. His home studio is filled with completed paintings, works in progress and a great sound system. He paints whenever inspiration strikes, often late into the evening.

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“Sometimes I’ll go to bed and the next morning, there will be a painting I haven’t seen before,” says Gail.

Fred primarily paints with acrylic on canvas, but also on materials such as metal, cardboard and recycled paper.

His work is bursting with color and much of it is threedimensional, with tongue-in-cheek humor, idioms and word play. It’s been said that he brings the intensity of street art inside. Some pieces have movable parts or invite the user to interact for full effect, with buttons to be pushed or levers to move. It’s a window into Fred’s mind as his inner voice takes flight across the canvas. He sketches ideas on small scraps of paper, and they await the spark of inspiration that will bring them to life. Just as in music, his ideas for paintings transpose as they progress.

“The pieces usually end up differently than my original thought,” says Fred. “Half the time, I start with words, and the painting goes from there. Other times, the pieces begin with the images and the words are what I feel as I paint.”

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Many of Fred’s canvases have layers of paintings beneath.

When he doesn’t like how a painting is going, he paints something new over the top.

“I just call it texture,” says Fred.

He draws inspiration from neo-expressionist Jean-Michel Basquiat, Pablo Picasso and African masks. Quite a few of his paintings have a distinctly modern-tribal feel.

“Picasso was a big fan of African art, as was Basquiat,” says Fred. “They’re two of my favorite artists. There’s noholds-barred with masks; you can do anything you want. I can paint realistically, but I figure I’ll just take a picture if I want something realistic.”

Fred’s work has been featured in dozens of exhibitions and received multiple awards. He’s recently been honored to work with the Artlink Phoenix organization, both as an artist and as a juror. His “Uno” series, depicting the life and times of a genetically-modified bird with one leg and

no wings, was featured at Los Angeles’ Latitude 33 gallery this past summer.

“Uno in Love” was chosen as a 2016 TAG California Open Exhibition pick.

It’s at once an approachable story and a commentary on the dangers of GMOs. Always successful partners, Gail manages Fred’s art career and the gallery, and their connection to the artistic community has afforded them many opportunities to collaborate with other artists and showcase Fred’s work.

The future is bright and busy for this dynamic, creative duo. At least a dozen of Fred’s pieces will be on display in downtown Phoenix’s new boutique Found:Re Hotel. They anticipate shows in Phoenix, Miami and Los Angeles over the next year, and the Tieken Gallery here in Paradise Valley will host at least three shows this winter.

What the Tiekens truly value are the connections that art has afforded them. Though they’re no longer in the music business, they’re orchestrating a different kind of symphony — pulling people together, creating art and, in a very personal way, they are still discovering, promoting and enjoying the ride. fredtieken.com

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Whether planning for the holidays or a weeknight dinner, baked gnocchi is a great go-to meal. The soft, pillowy dumplings are tossed with luscious tomato sauce and mozzarella cheese, then baked until the top is golden and caramelized. This comforting dinner is easy to assemble and a welcome addition to any table.

Baked Gnocchi Yield: 4-6 servings Baked Gnocchi Ingredients: 16-ounce package potato gnocchi 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 cloves garlic, minced ½ cup onions, chopped 28-ounce can crushed tomatoes (preferably San Marzano) 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning pinch of sugar pinch of red pepper flakes 6 ounces baby spinach 8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, cubed ½-inch thick grated Parmesan cheese to taste salt and pepper to taste

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Directions: Preheat the oven to 425 F. Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the garlic and onions and sautĂŠ until softened, about 2-3 minutes. Add the crushed tomatoes, Italian seasoning, sugar and red pepper flakes. Add salt and pepper to taste. Partially cover the pan with a lid and simmer for about 20 minutes over low heat.

In the meantime, bring a large pot of water to a boil with a generous pinch of salt. Boil the gnocchi according to the package directions, about 3-5 minutes

or until they float to the top.

Drain the gnocchi and add to the tomato sauce. Stir in the baby spinach.

Once the spinach is just wilted, stir in the mozzarella cheese and transfer the mixture to a large baking dish (or four individual baking dishes). Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbling and the top is slightly golden brown.

Remove from the heat and top with grated Parmesan cheese.

Serve immediately.

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As an alternative to pie this Thanksgiving, turn instead to homemade Pumpkin Swirl Brownies. These rich, fudgy bars are layered with a creamy, pumpkin swirl for a special holiday touch that’s bound to please both adults and children alike.

Yield: 9 servings Pumpkin Swirl Brownies Ingredients: For the pumpkin swirl: 5 ounces cream cheese, softened ½ cup pumpkin puree (not pumpkin filling) ¼ cup granulated sugar ¼ teaspoon pumpkin spice 1 egg, beaten For the brownies: 2/3 cups all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon cocoa powder ¼ teaspoon salt 5 ounces unsalted butter, softened ¾ cup granulated sugar ¼ cup brown sugar 2 eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 8 ounces bittersweet chocolate, melted Directions: Preheat the oven to 350 F. Grease an 8x8-inch baking dish. Optional: For easy removal, line the bottom with parchment paper, leaving two of the sides long enough to hang over the edges.

Prepare the pumpkin mixture: Whisk together the cream cheese, pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, pumpkin spice and beaten egg until well combined. Set aside.

In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder and salt. Set aside. In a separate mixing bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar and brown sugar with an electric mixer. Add the eggs one at a time and mix on medium speed for about one minute. Add the vanilla and melted chocolate and continue mixing until combined. Fold in the dry ingredients until just combined (do not overmix). Transfer the batter to the prepared baking dish and, using a rubber spatula, smooth the top to form an even layer.

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Place spoonfuls of the pumpkin mixture on top (you may not need the entire mixture). Using a clean butter knife or chopstick, swirl the pumpkin mixture into the brownie mixture.

Bake the brownies at 350 F for 35-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the brownies to cool completely before cutting into squares.

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“We found it...Hidden in the Hills!”

ARIZONA’S PREMIER STUDIO TOUR

CELEBRATING 20 YEARS! Engage in the passion and the artistic process at the 20th Annual Hidden in the Hills free, self-guided studio tour and sale!

Purchase original works of fine art directly from nationally recognized and emerging artists.

November 18-20 & 25-27 10 am to 5 pm each day • Cave Creek, Carefree & N. Scottsdale

FREE ADMISSION The collectible 136 page full-color directory shown at right features all participating artists, includes a map and can be purchased in advance for only $5 online at HiddenInTheHills.org or by calling the Sonoran Arts League at 480.575.6624. You can also customize your tour using the interactive map found at HiddenInTheHills.org.

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