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The Amazing Art of Arizona

2/21/2016

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​I recently returned from a trip to Phoenix, Arizona. While there, I experienced some really terrific art in the Phoenix area, Scottsdale, and in Sedona. The beautiful photo above was taken on my iPhone in Sedona--Beautiful Place!!!  In this blog article, I want to share some of my experiences and photos.

I was very pleasantly surprised to see so many pieces of public art sculpture around Scottsdale. I'm including a number of the photos. Scottsdale Public Art has earned a glowing reputation for offering cutting-edge artworks from both local and internationally-acclaimed artists that are interactive, conceptual, and awe-inspiring.  For information about Scottsdale Arizona’s public art, visit the following website:  http://www.scottsdalepublicart.org/
The website has a wealth of information about Scottsdale’s permanent and temporary public art.  Scottsdale also has some great chips and salsa! But that’s for another blog…
I was very much looking forward to seeing the Robert Indiana sculpture, LOVE, that is similar to the one in New York City. I also believe a similar LOVE sculpture is located in Tokyo, Japan, as well as the steel one located in Indianapolis, Indiana, and many other derivative sculptures by the artist over the years.  Robert Indiana is one of my favorite pop artists and I even own one sheet of the original LOVE, 8 cent US postage stamps printed in 1973.  The LOVE sculpture in Scottsdale was really remarkable to see.  It was great to watch people experience the LOVE Sculpture, watching people posing for photos, standing inside the letters of the sculpture, and having fun!  www.RobertIndiana.com More information on Robert Indiana’s LOVE Sculpture in Scottsdale can be found at:  http://www.scottsdalepublicart.org/permanent-art/love
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​Located right in the middle of the Arts District is a wonderful sculpture by the artist Ed Mell.  The sculpture is called “Jack Knife” and although the subject is of a horse and its rider, it is very contemporary.  More information on this painting can be found at:  
http://scottsdalepublicart.org/permanent-art/jack-knife or www.edmellgallery.com

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The Scottsdale fine art galleries house works spanning from classic to contemporary, geographically or philosophically aligned with the Scottsdale Arts District.   I visited the arts District in Scottsdale last Thursday for the Art Walk, which is held every Thursday night from 7-9 pm. I learned that the Art Walk has been one of Scottsdale's greatest cultural traditions where the galleries stay open late every Thursday night for gallery receptions, live music, and artist demonstrations.  For more information, visit www.Scottsdalegalleries.com.
 
There were a few galleries that I found to be particularly interesting.  One of my favorite exhibits during my time in Scottsdale was a show of new works from the artists Dave Newman, called “American Pop Revisited” at the Xanadu Gallery on Main St. in Old Town Scottsdale.   Dave Newman’s pop art features iconic images of the US Dollar, Route 66, and the image of John F. Kennedy.  I would definitely recommend visiting the Xanadu Gallery while in Scottsdale!   

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http://davenewmanart.com/
The Museum of Contemporary Art in Scottsdale had a beautiful exterior sculptural element to the building with prisms.

​There was a very large installation from the British artist, Bruce Munro http://www.brucemunro.co.uk/.  Titled, Ferryman’s Crossing, it was made up of hundreds or perhaps thousands of individual compact discs lining the floor with lights and sounds of the ocean and water.  He used light to evoke sunlight sparkling off the surface of flowing water.  Bruce Munro’s Ferryman’s Crossing’s natural elements of water and sound are utilized with reflective discs to create a shimmering installation.  http://www.brucemunro.co.uk/installations/ferrymans-crossing/
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​Later in the week, I visited the Desert Botanical Gardens for a special evening exhibit called Bruce Munro Sonoran Light at the Desert Botanical Garden, which showcased eight large scale light-based installations. It used an inventive array of materials and hundreds of miles of glowing fiber optics. Bruce Monroe's site-specific exhibition reflected his personal interpretation of the Sonoran Desert using mixed materials and light, glass, water bottles, acrylics, and pottery.  As the sun goes down, the lights come up. It was wonderful to explore eight large scale light installations that use hundreds of miles of glowing fiber optic lights. Located throughout the garden, British artist Bruce Munro’s site-specific exhibition reflects his personal interpretation of the Sonoran Desert.  He even lights up the mountain behind it!  If you have a chance to go, I highly recommend it.  Although the Desert Botanical Garden is open year-round, the installation from Bruce Munro goes until May 8, 2016 in the evening hours.  Here are some photos of the Sonoran Light exhibit.
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I also had the opportunity to visit Taliesin West, the famous architect Frank Lloyd Wright's winter home and studio in Arizona. Set on 600 acres in the foothills of North East Scottsdale, we had a terrific guided tour of the buildings, its terraces, walkways, and unique structures, seeing amazing cantilevered roofs, canvas ceilings, and tiny personal rooms in contrast with large sweeping communal spaces.  Frank Lloyd Wright challenged his apprentices to live in desert shelters of their own creation as a lesson in sight appropriate construction. In fact, it’s still a requirement of the program!  I was completely blown away by how beautiful the architecture was of Taliesin West, and how the site still operates as a school of architecture.  The Frank Lloyd Wright School of Architecture is still in existence today with about 20 students living and working there in the winter. Here are some photographs of the architecture. For more information, visit: zerve.com/TaliesinWest
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​I also visited the Musical Instrument Museum in Phoenix and saw a special exhibition that brought the violin to life as never before. The exhibit was called, “Stradivarius: Origins and Legacy of the Greatest Violin Maker”. As part of the exhibit, there was one video that highlighted the artistry in the making of a violin.  It showed how the violin makers inlay the wood, create patterns, sculpted the wood, and used staining and coloring techniques to decorate the violin turning it into a unique work of art.
 
In Sedona, Arizona, the red rocks are so incredibly amazing, one can easily understand why it has inspired so many artists to paint spectacular pieces of art of the desert, the red rocks, and the Sedona mountain range. Sedona’s natural beauty serves as a magnet for artists, art lovers, and art collectors and has grown into a world-class arts destination.  I was amazed with the diversity of art in all of the galleries I visited; some with art from famous artists like Alexander Calder, Joan Miro, Warhol, etc. and some amazing local artists as well.  On the first Friday of each month from 5-8 pm, Sedona’s art galleries host openings and art demonstrations.  The Sedona Arts Center offers art instruction year-round as well as hosts art events such as the annual Sedona Plein Air Festival and the Sedona PhotoFest. Visit www.SedonaArtsCenter.org for more information.  The Sedona Arts Festival is held every October: www.SedonaArtsFestival.org
 
On my visit, I took an adventurous jeep ride through the mountains giving me the opportunity to take many breathtaking photos, which perhaps may inspire me as I create new paintings in the coming months. Stay tuned!  I have a few ideas that I’m excited about, and will continue to update this art blog as well as my Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Google+, and Instagram accounts with my creative artwork.  Be sure to follow me on all these social media platforms and tell your friends!

Overall, my visit to Arizona was made even more spectacular by all the amazing art!  I look forward to your comments on my blog and ideas for other places to visit with a vibrant art scene!
PS: If you liked this article, you might like these other articles on my artistic travels:
Kennebunkport, Maine
Los Angeles, California
New York City
New York City Street Art
Napa Valley, California
Park City, Utah
Barcelona, Spain
Caribbean Art
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