Events for June 21, 2025 - June 21, 2025

M|otherworlds is a group exhibition featuring regional Arizona artists who are also mothers. The work in the show centers on the transitional space of new parenthood during the first years of postpartum, also referred to as matrescence, or mother-becoming. The notion of transformation is echoed in the title of the exhibition. M|otherworlds references a surreal and unfamiliar experience. M|otherworlds is also about creation, the creation of a new reality, the creation of a new self. Themes of identity, caretaking and imaginative world building weave throughout the works in this exhibition.

Chandler Unified School District’s most gifted artists put their work on display for the community to experience in this annual showcase. The burgeoning artists from Basha, Hamilton, Perry, Arizona College Prep, Casteel and Chandler high schools display their talents and viewpoints through paintings, ceramics, drawings, sculptures, jewelry, and photographs. With nearly 100 works on display, there is always something for everyone in this exhibition.

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,

Celebrate Summer Reading! Stop by Vision Gallery to make mixed media bookmarks and enjoy our current exhibit! Color, cut, paste, the perfect bookmark to keep you inspired during your summer reading and we'll laminate it for you.

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  

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

Celebrate our new exhibition, “Creatures and Cosmos!” Stop by Vision Gallery to make alien headbands and enjoy our summer exhibit. Use pipe cleaners, eyeballs, and markers to make an out-of-this-world accessory! 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

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

Stop by Vision Gallery to make DIY stickers and enjoy our current exhibit! Draw and color on adhesive sheets and cut them out to create stickers of your own design.

Within the Mexican culture, there is believed to be two deaths--the first is when you physically pass away and the second is when you have been forgotten by the living. Wanting to preserve the legacy of the strong women in her family, muralist and artist, Ariana Enriquez set out to tell their stories in the best way she knew how— through her artwork. However, in order to truly celebrate these women, she would need to first delve deeper into her family’s history. Armed with pen and paper, Enriquez sat down at her Yoya’s (great aunt) table with her relatives. Her family