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May 2023
In the hustle and bustle of our busy lives, we all need a place where we can go to reflect, re-center, and restore our energy. Artist Frank Gonzales brings this reverent energy to the artwork he creates, making each canvas a sacred space for the plant and animal beings he represents. These meditations allow us to share in the wonder of the natural world and reflect on our relationship to it.
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Just in time for Mother's Day, stop by Vision Gallery to make a gift that mom will love. Recycle old magazines to create colorful beads - it's easy and fun! This is a free, self-led activity for all ages, and all supplies are provided. Children are welcome to participate with assistance from an adult.
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Join Thomas Minckley, Patrick Kikut, and Along the Colorado curator Sapira Cheuk for a virtual screening of A River Out of Time and a discussion about the film and exhibition to follow.
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Celebrate Earth Day with us by making a cyanotype! Use the power of the sun to make a blueprint on pre-coated paper using found objects like leaves, flowers, toys, or your own drawings. This is a free, self-led activity for all ages. Children are welcome to participate with assistance from an adult. Please register for a 10-minute slot to reserve your arrival time.
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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, drawings, sculptures, jewelry, and photographs. With over 100 works on display, there is always something for everyone in this exhibition.
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Make a watercolor postcard inspired by Along the Colorado! Paint a view of the Colorado River (or whatever you wish) on a special pre-printed postcard to send to a friend or loved one. This is a free, self-led activity for all ages. Children are welcome to participate with assistance from an adult. Please register for a 10-minute slot to reserve your arrival time.
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On August 16, the US Bureau of Reclamation announced the first official shortage declaration for the Colorado River. For the seven US states along the river, this means new restrictions and a changed relationship not only to the river, but also to each other. The exhibition Along the Colorado highlights artwork that explores issues around water; its scarcity, use, commodification, conservation, legality, and other issues through the lens of artists who reside in these states. Curated by Sapira Cheuk.
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Make a dazzling suncatcher to hang on a window or use as a bookmark! Melt crayon shavings between wax paper to create beautiful abstract artwork that glows. This is a free activity for all ages. Children under age 8 are welcome to participate with assistance from an adult.
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How do you visually tell a story that has been passed down from generation to generation? Diné artist Daniel Nez takes on this challenge in his large-scale loom structures that display fragments of complete paintings. The fractal pieces represent the stories told by Diné elders about the history of their people. The deconstructed narratives urge viewers to explore the installations until they reach a vantage point where all the components align to create a full picture.
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Make an Arizona sunset to hang on your wall! This activity is inspired by our current exhibition, Textures of Arizona at the Chandler Center for the Arts. Use colorful wool roving to create a fiber art "painting" depicting the beauty of our state. This is a free activity for all ages. Children under age 8 are welcome to participate with assistance from an adult.
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