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Con cariño siempre: Ariana Enriquez
The Gallery at CCA 250 North Arizona Avenue, Chandler, AZ, United StatesWithin 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
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So Fun! An Exploration of Maximalism
Vision Gallery 10 E Chicago St, Chandler, AZ, United StatesBorn out of a rebellion against the Minimalist art movement, contemporary Maximalism counters the prejudice of high culture. From Yayoi Kusama’s polka dots to Kehinde Wiley’s portraits, this complex mode of creation has been used by artists and creatives over the decades to express themselves and transform the historical understanding of maximalist craft. The artists in this exhibition create transformative environments, explore femininity and queerness, celebrate the impact of internet culture, breathe new life into second-hand objects, and recontextualize the legacy of maximalism. Behind the tacky smiley faces, flashy flowers, and bright colors, in this exhibition there are deeply personal, social,
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Field of Belonging: Megan Hennessy
Vision Gallery 10 E Chicago St, Chandler, AZ, United States“Field of Belonging” offers a glimpse into the world Megan Hennessy is building for herself – a world shaped by joy, surreal beauty, and quiet rebellion. Inspired by maximalism, rave aesthetics, and the soft power of spiritual connection, this exhibition pulses with color, texture, and care. Exaggerated Kandi forms and glowing orbs echo with a message of affirmation: “YOU BELONG,” creating a sanctuary that exists somewhere between memory and a future dream. This installation is grounded in four enduring values: Peace, Love, Unity, and Respect. These principles, often abbreviated as PLUR in rave culture, speak to the core of our human
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Art Quilts 30: Palette Cleanser
Vision Gallery 10 E Chicago St, Chandler, AZ, United States"A designer knows he has achieved perfection not when there is nothing left to add, but when there is nothing left to take away." - Antoine de Saint-Exupéry Terre des Hommes (published in English as Wind, Sand and Stars) With the constant onslaught of news media around us, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and disconnected from the world around us. As a respite from these intense narratives, exploring minimalism through art offers a refreshing Palette Cleanser, inviting us to reflect on simplicity in a chaotic world. Simplicity reveals a profound beauty, as it strips away extraneous details to reveal clarity in
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Rice is Mẹ: Anh-Thuy Nguyen
The Gallery at CCA 250 North Arizona Avenue, Chandler, AZ, United StatesRice. This humble, white grain is an essential component to most Asian cuisines. It also holds a plethora of meanings and symbolisms in various Asian cultures. For artist, Anh-Thuy Nguyen, this ubiquitous food staple has become an obsession. In her latest body of work, Nguyen utilizes rice as a metaphor for herself as she grapples with the reality that her culture and wisdom are being lost from generation to generation. Like grains for rice running through her hands, Nguyen felt her culture was lost from her mouth to her daughter’s ears. Throughout this exhibition, Nguyen is reconciling her feelings of loss,
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Art Social: Needle-felted Ornaments
Vision Gallery 10 E Chicago St, Chandler, AZ, United StatesLet your imagination go wild as you explore the wonderful world of wool by creating your own felted ornament. You will learn the basics of 3D needle felting, working with various shapes to create hanging pieces of art. You can choose to create any form you want, including gnomes, mushrooms, cacti, traditional holiday shapes, as well as a variety of animals and birds. Have fun creating something for yourself or to give away - the hardest choice will be what to make during class! Led by Memory Bradley. This casual 3 hour class doesn't require any prior knowledge or skill, and
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Make and Take: Perler Bead Ornaments
Vision Gallery 10 E Chicago St, Chandler, AZ, United StatesGet in the spirit with a fun holiday craft! Stop by Vision Gallery on Saturday, December 6 to make an ornament with fusible beads. Enjoy free hot cocoa or cider as you do any last-minute shopping in our gift shop too! This is a free, self-led activity for all ages, including adults. Children are welcome to participate with assistance from an adult. Registering for a time slot helps us plan, but drop-ins are welcome! RSVP
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Land Valuation: Luke Watson
Vision Gallery 10 E Chicago St, Chandler, AZ, United StatesFrom the luscious panoramic landscapes of the Hudson River School to Maynard Dixon’s seemingly endless cloud filled skies set behind painted mesas to Grant Wood’s overly saturated and stylized pastoral scenes of the Midwest, American painters have long shaped a romantic vision of the land. These images helped construct a narrative of the United States as expansive, untouched, and waiting to be explored. This myth has further been perpetuated by tourism imagery, National Park postcards, and idealized and sometimes altered travel photography. Yet the land has always borne evidence of habitation, use, and intervention. This tension between the idealized landscape and
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Art Social: Punch Rug Coasters
Vision Gallery 10 E Chicago St, Chandler, AZ, United StatesHave fun and make art in this relaxed class for adults! Create a set of vibrant yarn coasters with the satisfying process of punch needle. Learn the basics of the punch needle process to inspire a unique addition to your home or design a handmade gift for someone else. You can create any design you want from mushrooms and fruits to customized cats and monograms. The hardest choice will be what to make during class! Led by Megan Hennessy. This casual 3-hour class doesn't require any prior knowledge or skill, and all materials are included in the $35 class fee. This
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Make and Take: Valentines
Vision Gallery 10 E Chicago St, Chandler, AZ, United StatesStop by Vision Gallery to design a heartfelt Valentine's Day card! Utilize a variety of materials provided, including colorful paper, markers, stickers, and more, to craft a personalized card that expresses your affection. 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
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2026-01-26T00:00:00-07:00
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