alt text Quim Bové – Orbital LapsApril 9, 2009

In a quiet residential neighborhood in north Phoenix, something big looms over a fenced-in back yard. The late afternoon sun reflects its luster, and it seems out of place in this typical suburban locale. Bové’s... Read More

alt text Matt Mays: Blurring the Line That Separates Humanity From NatureNovember 22, 2008

“Riding my bike is often my daily dose of Zen,” says green artist Matt Mays, “I get to see, hear, taste and smell everything around me. I’m vulnerable, humbled and, at times,... Read More

alt text Jason Rudolph PeñaOctober 2, 2008

Artistic inspiration can be found in any geographic location, even in a modest West Phoenix home. Jason Rudolph Peña, who grew up in “the avenues”, was influenced by artistically minded... Read More

alt text James VerbickyJuly 1, 2008

James Verbicky draws inspiration in his own work. The ability to feed off of his previous momentum and visualize changes in his work creates a spontaneity he feels is important in his art. Verbicky is... Read More

alt text Tom StephensonMay 20, 2008

This soft-spoken, Phoenix-bred artist evokes haunting, silver screen tangibility. His work has been described as haunting, vulnerable and darkly sensual. Tom Stephenson, however, is nothing like his work. The... Read More

alt text Metal ManiaFebruary 25, 2008

If this were any other time in human history, metal-working artist Gabriel Salcido, of Lumbre Gallery in Phoenix would be one of the most sought after members of society. Salcido, a 37-year-old Valley... Read More

alt text Covered in PaintNovember 17, 2007

He’s not a chef, but artist Kyle Jordre empties the contents of a large utensil caddy on his coffee table: slotted pasta spoons, spatulas, long-handed serving spoons, and a two-pronged barbecue... Read More