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Shifting to Joy: Mike Margolis

Chandler Center for the Arts 250 N. Arizona Ave., Chandler

As a young man, he dreamt of dedicating his life to art. With a strong passion, he pursued art education and even had the incredible opportunity to create illustrations for Hallmark after college. However, practicality led him to a more stable career in the seafood industry. For over 50 years, Margolis dedicated himself to ensuring fresh seafood was delivered to restaurants across the Valley, working tirelessly from early morning until late at night. The pandemic brought unexpected challenges to his business, as restaurant operations were disrupted. It was during this time of uncertainty that Margolis rekindled his first love—art. Since 2020,

Creatures and Cosmos

Vision Gallery 10 E Chicago St, Chandler

Cosmos, creatures, and creative features! For Creatures and Cosmos, we invited artists to submit their most innovative and futuristic works of art. From cosmic creations and abstract interpretations of the unknown, to vibrant depictions of space, these artworks capture the essence of futurism and sci-fi that will transport viewers into new dimensions. Image: John Chakravarty, The Anunnaki Visit Cathedral Rock, courtesy of the artist Opening Reception Friday, June 13, 6-8 pm RSVP  

Red Dawn: Germán Benincore

Vision Gallery 10 E Chicago St, Chandler

Living in space has captivated human imagination for centuries, inspiring countless works of literature, film, and even fueling space exploration. From childhood fantasies of soaring through the stars to government-funded missions exploring outer space, the notion of living beyond Earth has long been a part of our collective dream. Recently, however, the growing push for commercial space ventures and proposals for terraforming planets, like Mars, has raised important questions about the motivations behind these ambitions. In his installation Red Dawn, artist, Germán Benincore, reflects on the ethical and philosophical dilemmas tied to humanity's desire to inhabit other planets. The inspiration for

Make and Take: Create Your Own Creature

Vision Gallery 10 E Chicago St, Chandler

Celebrate our new exhibition, “Creatures and Cosmos!” Stop by Vision Gallery to create your own creature and enjoy our summer exhibit. Use air dry clay to create a creepy or cute creature that you can explore the cosmos with! This is a free, self-led activity for all ages. Children are welcome to participate with assistance from an adult. Registering for a time slot helps us plan, but drop-ins are welcome!   Register