Roberto-Venn Guitar Making School Announces New Location on Grand Ave
August 10, 2011 by admin
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Roberto-Venn School of Luthiery will begin classes at its new location on Grand Avenue on Thursday, August 25th. Founded in 1975 in Phoenix, Arizona, ‘Roberto-Venn’ is the longest running guitar making school in North America, and has produced more individual guitar makers than anyone in history.
The school offers a 5-month Guitar Making and Repair Course that is designed to teach students the basic fundamentals of guitar making and repair and prepare them for a career in lutherie. During the 5-month course students will build a minimum of one acoustic and one electric guitar. Roberto-Venn is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges.
Roberto-Venn School of Luthiery
1012 W Grand Ave
www.roberto-venn.com
Crazy From the Heat at Deus Ex Machina
August 10, 2011 by admin
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Jeff Falk refers to our gallery as a seasonal room. It takes on the character of whatever the current climatic conditions are. And now, August in Phoenix, we’ve got glorious monsoon madness: hot and steamy, with a chance of volatile.
No matter, We love this environment and we’re proud to be a year round venue. In August we’ve recruited a band of fellow travellers who may be just as committed as we are.
Featuring:
- Michele Bledsoe
- Richard Bledsoe
- Jeff Falk
- Steve Gompf
- Annie Lopez
Guest Artists
- Leslie Barton
- Andrew Campbell
- Dain Gore
- JRC
- JA Jurewicz
Opening Reception
Friday, August 5, 2011
7PM – 10PM
Admission is free
Third Friday
August 19, 2011
7pm – 10pm
Other hours by appointment
Founded in 2007, Deus Ex Machina is a Grand Avenue art gallery and working studio.
image: Behold! by Richard Bledsoe, oil on canvas
DEUS EX MACHINA
1023 NW Grand Avenue
Phoenix, AZ 85007
602.487.0669
The Trunk Space Presents HP LOVECRAFT: Exhumed, Roasted August 20
August 10, 2011 by admin
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The Trunk Space presents HP LOVECRAFT: Exhumed, Roasted
Saturday August 20th, 2011 at 7:30pm
Admission: $6
1 night only
WHO: Famed Horror author, celebrating 121 horrid years!
WHAT: An exploration of his legacy, and roast of his eccentricities.
WHERE: The Trunk Space, 1506 NW Grand Ave. 602-256-6006 thetrunkspace.com
WHEN: Saturday August 20th–Lovecraft’s 121st birthday! Doors at 7:30pm
WHY: You’re only 121 once! But Forbidden Knowledge will haunt you forever…
Howard Phillips Lovecraft is a writer of infamous, if not notorious Horror Fiction, filled with dark forces and monsters (both human and Godly), as well as intense personal psychological terror.
Noted author of ’serious fiction’ Joyce Carol Oates has said that Lovecraft “exerted an incalculable influence on succeeding generations of writers of horror fiction.”
Despite being accepted as works of fiction, to this day people profess to believe in and follow the rites described in Lovecraft’s body of work, and have constructed religions derived from them. This places him in a unique position of modern genre authors, that perhaps only L. Ron Hubbard could be considered a peer to.
Stephen King called Lovecraft “the twentieth century’s greatest practitioner of the classic horror tale.”
This evening of live entertainment offers a survey of different performers, each given the chance to swim in Lovecraft’s dark waters and shine a light on the ghost he’s left in their mind.
Featured will be:
The Cult of The Yellow Sign: An equal opportunity cult that incorporates HPs ideas for the modern man/inhuman’s spiritual needs.
Arcana Collective: Interdisciplinary Theater group that blends music, dance, story and absurdity into elaborate spectacles!
Archbishop Jason Polland: A well read and self-taught expert on the HP Lovecraft legacy and world. He is a consummate performer, researcher, storyteller and musician
An appearance by “the man himself” Howard Phillips Lovecraft! I don’t know how, but we’ve been told to expect him!
(Other performers, TBA)
Attendees can expect a night of music, poetry, monologue, humor, and much more.
Says The Trunk Space’s co-owner, JRC, “We used to do events like this on an almost monthly basis; giving artists the chance to shred an icon and find meaning in those tatters–it’s time for a return to those values! This show has a bright and talented cast. I’m looking forward to it a lot!”
*Special note, although all Trunk Space events are considered All Ages, do to the nature and content of Lovecraft’s writing, we advise people to take stock of their moral strength and mental sanity before deciding to attend.*
HP LOVECRAFT: Exhumed, Roasted is scheduled for one show only on Saturday August 20th. Doors will open at 7:30pm with the roast set to begin at 8pm.
The cost will be $6 per person.
For more information, contact Ashley Naftule at theemperornorton@gmail.com
The Trunk Space
1506 W Grand Ave
Phoenix, AZ
www.thetrunkspace.com
Indie ArtHouse Grand Opening, June 21
June 3, 2011 by admin
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Join us Tuesday, June 21st for Indie ArtHouse’s Grand Opening Party! Celebrating from 6:00 to 10:00 pm with music by DJ Musa, “Hey Joe” Filipino Food Truck, “Indie Fashion Show”, Turtle Racing with great prizes, and drink specials at Bikini Lounge! Come share the Summer Solstice with us!
Story Tellers Exhibit & Caffeine Corridor Poetry Series at Deus Ex Machina
June 3, 2011 by admin
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Art about life is much more interesting than art about art. Art, like life, is about taking chances, making discoveries, escaping disasters, and coming back to share the tale. In June the core artists of Deus Ex Machina present their versions of what happened.
Featured artists: Michele Bledsoe, Richard Bledsoe, Jeff Falk, Steve Gompf, Annie Lopez
Opening Reception: Friday, June 3, 6-10pm
Third Friday: June 17, 7-10pm
CAFFEINE CORRIDOR POETRY SERIES
FRIDAY, JUNE 10, 2011
A monthly open mic.
Everyone welcome.
Hosted by Jack Evans and Shawnte Orion
open mic starts at 7pm
Admission free
Deus Ex Machina at La Melgosa
1023 W Grand Ave
The Art of Lowriding, June 3 & 4 at Bragg’s Pie Factory
June 3, 2011 by admin
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Galaxy Wire Wheels Presents: “The Art of Lowriding” A Cultural Exhibition: 1301 Grand Ave. Phx AZ 85007 June 3rd. & 4th. 6pm to 11pm. FREE 2 THE PUBLIC! Inviting All Clubs & Families.
Saturday night the cult classic Boulevard Nights, with film star Richard Yniguez as a special guest speaker, starting at 7 pm.
Made Possible by Antar’s Sports Bistro, AZ Differential Specialist, Bragg’s Pie Factory, DJ Joey T., El Break, Frank’s Hydraulics, Grand Prix Auto Body, Impala Pro, Intruders C.C., JGC, JoJo’s Detail, La Tolteca, Motorsports Showcase, Oaxaca’s Reataurante y Cantina, Studio 8, Tino’s Customs, TNT Metal Workz, TSS.
June Events on Grand Ave
June 3, 2011 by admin
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Here’s what we have going on during the month of June! Swing by for First and Third Fridays – lots to see and do!
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The Art of Lowriding Exhibit & Film Screening at Bragg’s Pie FactoryThe Art of Lowriding, an exhibit of awesome lowrider bicycles, cars, art and demonstrations. First Friday June 3rd from 6pm to midnight. Saturday night the cult classic Boulevard Nights, with film star Richard Yniguez as a special guest speaker, starting at 7 pm. Bragg’s Pie Factory |
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Lazy Lab Art Studio Open for First and Third Friday at Paisley TownThe Lazy Lab Art Studio will be open first and third Fridays from 6pm to 10pm. Lazy Lab Art Studio features art work by Artist Greg Robinson. Featuring sculpture, oil painting and photography. Lazy Lab Art Studio at Paisley Town |
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New Works by Jimi Girdner at Phoenix Fall SpacePhoenix Fall Space is getting a fresh upgrade. New paintings by Jimi Girdner. Come by and see this talented artist’s new work. Jimi is bringing sexy back. You have three chances to see this show in June. First Friday, Second Friday in June & our exciting Third Friday. All three events are open from 6:00 to 10:00pm. Free parking & free admission. Food, music & art all in one place. Support the arts & artists in your community! Phoenix Fall Space at La Melgosa |
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Gallery SerendipityGallery Serendipity will have new abstract artwork on display by Artist Carla Keaton for the month of June. As always, we will have our Tarot reader (Susanna Astarte) on site! Gallery Serendipity at La Melgosa |
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Story Tellers Exhibit & Caffeine Corridor Poetry Series at Deus Ex MachinaArt about life is much more interesting than art about art. Art, like life, is about taking chances, making discoveries, escaping disasters, and coming back to share the tale. Featured artists: Michele Bledsoe, Opening Reception: Friday, June 3, 6-10pm CAFFEINE CORRIDOR POETRY SERIES Deus Ex Machina at La Melgosa |
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Trunk Show by Rebecca Rush Profeta at Gallery MarsigliaSizzling HOT, sparkling jewelry from Gallery Marsiglia is sure to liven up your summer! Rebecca Rush Profeta is our trunk show artist for June. A life artist in many mediums, Rebecca will be showing her hand-bound journals made of etched nickle silver and copper also using quilted fabrics. Her one-of-a-kind collectibles are a must have. Colorful strands of freshwater pearls and trays of faceted gemstones will be 20% off purchases over $100. These “priced to sell beauties” will accent your cabachons (for jewelry artists), make great earrings or unique ”bling” for custom design jewelry. New gallery workshops have started, including Beginning Jewelry Fabrication. Call for class project information. Limited seating! Come see samples during First Friday or Saturday After! Hours: Gallery Marsiglia |
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Shop Till You Drop First & Third Fridays at ShopDevious.comOpen First and Third Fridays till 11 pm. Regular hours: Wed 11-5:30pm, Thur 11-7pm, Fri 11-9pm, Sat 10-7pm, Sun 10-5pm ShopDevious.com Beauty Lounge & Boutique |
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New Faux Cake Sculptures by Beatrice Moore at Kooky Krafts ShopQuirky one-of-a-kind crafts by local artists and crafters. Also, now the painting studio of Beatrice Moore. Find interesting, unique handmade items by some of your favorite local artists. New faux cake sculptures by Beatrice Moore. New Times Best of Phoenix “Best Shopping on Grand Avenue 2011″ Hours: Friday from 5-10 pm; Saturdays from Noon to 10 pm, or by appointment. Kooky Krafts Shop |
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June Events at The Trunk SpaceFirst Friday, June 3, Feat. “Bros & Cons” new art by Nick Shively and Owen Evans! Third Friday, June 17 Artist’s reception featuring The Grid Show: The Obscured Past Revealed! Organized by Douglas Towne, Marshall Shore, and Steph Carrico. For a complete list of June events at The Trunk Space, please visit www.thetrunkspace.com. The Trunk Space |
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Indie ArtHouse June EventsEvery Tuesday night from 7-11pm we have Tuesday Craft Night with StickerClub Girl Lisa Jacobs. Bring your handmade projects and come craft with us! Enjoy Turtle Racing in front with Ethan, with prizes including free coffee from Jobot and coupons for Indie ArtHouse! First and Third Friday in June Indie ArtHouse features Member Works: Glass Art by VidrioMan Joseph Cuevas, Basket infused Paintings by Kristi Kuhl, Figurative Imagination by Hristi Stoilcheva, and Modern Native geometric paintings by Diné artist Damian Jim. Join us Tueday, June 21st for Indie AtHouse’s Grand Opening Party! Celebrating from 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM with music by DJ Musa, “Hey Joe” Filipino Food Truck, “Indie Fashion Show”, Turtle Racing with great prizes, and drink specials at Bikini Lounge! Come share the Summer Solstice with us! Indie ArtHouse |
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Grab a Drink at the Bikini Lounge!When you’re out on Grand Ave, don’t forget to stop by The Bikini Lounge for a beverage! Phoenix’s classic tiki bar always has a colorful crowd. Don’s miss the Friday night food truck for the famished at the Bikini! The Bikini Lounge |
May Events on Grand Ave
May 6, 2011 by admin
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Here’s what we have going during the month of May! Swing by for First and Third Fridays – lots to see and do!
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Grand Opening of Indie ArtHouse on Grand Ave!Indie ArtHouse is a new addition to the ever-growing art scene happening on Grand Avenue. IAH is a collaboration of local and downtown artists. You can find many different forms of art, crafts and supplies. IAH has a large selection of handmade jewelry and We invite you to visit us at 1504 W Grand Ave, next to the Bikini Lounge, The Trunk Space and Kooky Krafts. Indie ArtHouse |
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May Events at Paisley TownFIRST FRIDAY May 6th Art opening for The Family School exhibiting art from pre-K through Kindergarten. Come support this awesome local school! Also, Music by Roosevelt Street Jazz Band. THIRD FRIDAY May 20th “Jesus Is Coming Look Busy” DJ party and Music to include Treasure Mammal. Regular events continue with live jazz Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday evenings. SciFi Movie Night on Tuesdays. Live music Friday and Saturday nights. Paisley Town |
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Enter to Win a $25 Gift Certificate from Wicked WearWicked Wear will be open 1st and 3rd Friday from 6:30 till 11:00 pm. Offering a $25.00 Gift Certificate so, take a pic, download it from facebook or just draw it out with crayon. Just make sure you stop by! Wicked Wear at Paisley Town |
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First Friday Artist Reception at Phoenix Fall SpacePhoenix Fall Space will be open for the First Friday Art Walk on Grand Avenue. New art by Denise Fleisch. Sculptures by Jimi Girdner. Artist reception from 6-10pm. Support the arts & artists in your community! Phoenix Fall Space at La Melgosa |
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Gallery SerendipityGallery Serendipity will have new abstract charcoal drawings on display from artist Carla Keaton for the month of May! Gallery Serendipity at La Melgosa |
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HOTBED Phoenix Remodernist Group Show at Deus Ex Machina“Remoderism is the return of art as a revelation,” says painter Richard Bledsoe. “We are showing things about ourselves that can also be universally recognized. Our art symbolically represents flawed, searching humanity participating in birth, existence and death. It is mysterious and moving, comic and tragic, clumsy and elegant. It is a celebration of the beauty and weirdness of life.” Featured artists: Leslie Barton, Michele Bledsoe, Richard Bledsoe, Stephanie Carrico, Jeff Falk, Dain Quinten Gore, Steve Gompf, Annie Lopez Opening Reception: Friday, May 6, 2011, 6-10pm Deus Ex Machina at La Melgosa |
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Give Mom a Jewelry Workshop from Gallery MarsigliaGive Mom a jewelry workshop for this year’s Mother’s Day gift. All supplies included in the $85 fee for this month’s special project. Deposit required. Limited seating Hours: Gallery Marsiglia |
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Bare It All for Art at Soul InvictusAnnual “Bare It All For Art” Nude Body Painting Event for May’s First Friday. From May 13th – May 28th our sketch comedy troupe is performing at 8pm Fri & Sat nights. The show is definitely NOT for the easily offended thesicsense.com Soul Invictus Theater |
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Shop Till You Drop First & Third Fridays at ShopDevious.comOpen First and Third Fridays till 11 pm. Regular hours: Wed 11-5:30pm, Thur 11-7pm, Fri 11-9pm, Sat 10-7pm, Sun 10-5pm ShopDevious.com Beauty Lounge & Boutique |
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ASU Student Sculpture Exhibit at Bragg’s Pie Factory“Please Stop Yelling At Me” end of year exhibition by ASU sculpture students on display at Bragg’s Pie Factory main gallery First Friday, May 6 from 6 to 10 pm. more info on Facebook Bragg’s Pie Factory |
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Moderncat Studio Open for First FridayOpen for First Friday from 6 to 10 pm. Offering a big selection of toys and gifts for cats and cat lovers. Featuring pen and ink drawings by guest artist Ross T. Boyd. Stop by and check in with Foursquare for a free surprise! Moderncat Studio |
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Last Minute Mother’s Day Gifts at Kooky Krafts ShopOddles of great Mother’s Day gifts. Also, t-shirts of the historic Bali-Hi Hotel on Grand (the old “Oasis” part of which is currently being remodeled for affordable artist housing) designed from the old signage at that site by local historian Marshall Shore. Proceeds from t-shirt sales go to benefit both the artist and the Grand Avenue Merchants Association. New Times Best of Phoenix “Best Shopping on Grand Avenue 2011″ Hours: Friday from 5-10 pm; Saturdays from Noon to 10 pm, or by appointment. Kooky Krafts Shop Follow Kooky Krafts Shop on Facebook |
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May Events at The Trunk SpaceFirst Friday, May 6th 6-8pm: Feat. the Shizz Family Art show! Artists from around the US and AZ contribute. Third Friday, May 20th Artist’s reception featuring Nick Shively and Owen Evans! New art in mixed media by two artists who work both in visuals and audio. FREE! www.nickshively.blogspot.com For a complete list of May events at The Trunk Space, please visit www.thetrunkspace.com. The Trunk Space |
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Gourmet Cupcakes and Coffee at My Goodness CakesStop by specialty cake maker My Goodness Cakes at Bragg’s Pie Factory for fresh gourmet cupcakes and coffee on First Friday. My Goodness Cakes |
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Grab a Drink at the Bikini Lounge!When you’re out on Grand Ave, don’t forget to stop by The Bikini Lounge for a beverage! Phoenix’s classic tiki bar always has a colorful crowd. Don’s miss the Friday night food truck for the famished at the Bikini! The Bikini Lounge |
April Events on Grand Ave
March 31, 2011 by admin
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Beautiful weather and lots to do this month over on Grand Ave! Stop by for some of the best art, music, shopping, and entertainment in downtown Phoenix. Grand Ave is the place to be for First and Third Fridays!
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Tribal Belly Dancing for First Friday at ShopDevious.comFree art walk with live belly dancing troop. Come out for a great stroll on Grand Avenue and visit the artists workspaces & galleries. Anaya Tribal Group will perform tribal belly dancing at 8pm. Photographer, painter & more for your viewing and shopping pleasure. This is a family event so bring them all! Open First and Third Fridays till 11 pm. Regular hours: Wed 11-5:30pm, Thur 11-7pm, Fri 11-9pm, Sat 10-7pm, Sun 10-5pm Food Trucks every Wednesday at ShopDevious.com from 11am to 2pm! ShopDevious.com Beauty Lounge & Boutique |
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Tilt Gallery Presents Cig HarveyLooking at Cig Harvey’s photographs are like reading one of your favorite novels, you can hear, feel and taste the narrative her images express. In the studio you will find her wearing one of her many vintage aprons. While creating her photographs she is often in one of her classic dresses. Full of symbolism and metaphor her self portraits build a story of her life experiences – without words. First Friday: April 1, 6:00 to 9:00pm Tilt Gallery |
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April Events at Paisley TownFor the month of April we have our continued music series: Monday evenings Blue Monday night Jazz, Wednesday evenings the Roosevelt Street Jazz Band, Thursday evenings Trio Nine eclectic Jazz. Artist of the Month is Jackie Burg and her creative art interpretations. First Friday The Branden Decker Band is on our outside stage and Roosevelt Street Jazz on our inside stage. First Saturday from 6am till 6pm is the Creative Living Fellowship collaborative. Frequent Kings play 2nd and 4th Friday. April 9th is James Cowden on the inside stage and Salome outside followed by the Arizona Flute Circle meetup from 4-7pm. Third Saturday is Noel Music Group. 4th Saturday is Robby Roberson. Also remember to join us every Tuesday night at 7pm for our Sci Fi Movie night. Paisley Town |
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Mutant Pinatas and The Phoenix Fringe Festival at Bragg’s Pie FactorySee the Annual Mutant Pinata Show April First and Third Friday (note: show will not be viewable during the Fringe Festival, April 1st after 7:00 pm unless you have a ticket to the show). The annual, one-of-a-kind Phoenix Fringe Festival will take place April 1 – 10th at various downtown locations, including Bragg’s Pie Factory. For more information on show times and tickets: www.phxfringe.org. Bragg’s Pie Factory |
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Coffee, Cookies & Crafts 4 Indie Craft Event at Bragg’s Pie Factory Sat April 16Join us for the fourth Coffee, Cookies & Crafts indie craft event to be held at Bragg’s Pie Factory on Saturday, April 16 from noon to 5 pm. With 30 local vendors, crafting demos, a craft supply swap, a special egg decorating craft challenge, and free coffee and cookies, this is a must-attend event for everyone who loves crafts and all things local! |
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Celebrate Easter & Mother’s Day, Kooky Krafts Style!Awesome Easter and Mother Day’s gifts. 20% off all wreaths through Mother’s Day! Best selection in the Valley of “city folkart” by local artists. Historic Bali-Hi t-shirts to raise money for the Grand Avenue Merchants’ Association. New items by Lugenstein, Tom Cooper, Beatrice Moore and others. New Times Best of Phoenix “Best Shopping on Grand Avenue 2011″ Hours: Friday from 5-10 pm; Saturdays from Noon to 10 pm, or by appointment. Kooky Krafts Shop |
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April Events at The Trunk SpaceFirst Friday, April 1, 6pm DIVIDERS: A Tribute to East Side Records. w/ live music from GARAGE SHOCK and the SPACE TOURISTS! Proceeds go to Ear Candy (providing instrument and lessons to AZ youth) $5 Donation Third Friday, April 15th, 5pm: SHIZZFEST Art & Music Spectacular (day 1)! Fine art, music & the 2011 Tetris Tournament!! Einhorn, Naxat, Prizmatic Spray, Wizwars, FFoYA, Haunted Cologne, The Doyenne! For a complete list of April events at The Trunk Space, please visit www.thetrunkspace.com. The Trunk Space |
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Chris Gerlings Guest Artist at Phoenix Fall SpacePhoenix Fall Space will be open for First Friday Art Walk on Grand Avenue. Special guest artist Chris Gerlings is an abstract artist from Phoenix. Come out and see this exciting exhibit for the month of April. New art by Denise Fleisch. Sculptures by Jimi Girdner. Artist reception from 6-10pm. Support the arts & artists in your community. Phoenix Fall Space at La Melgosa |
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Gallery SerendipityGallery Serendipity presents new work by artist Carla Keaton and Kim Keaton in April. Gallery Serendipity at La Melgosa 1023 NW Grand Ave |
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Televisor Museum International at Deus Ex MachinaIn April Deus Ex Machina presents selections from the Televisor Museum International, the largest collection of Televisors and early television prototypes in the world. The collection’s emphasis is the Televisior Era 1884 to 1928. The international scope of the museum centers on the preservation and restoration of vintage devices, the study of the history of television and the diffusion of information concerning earliest beginnings of this most powerful mass media. Also exhibiting are the core artists Michele Bledsoe, Richard Bledsoe, Jeff Falk, Steve Gompf, and Annie Lopez.
Opening Reception: Friday, April 1, 2011, 6-10pm Third Friday April 15, 2011, 7-10pm Special Reception Televisor Museum International Deus Ex Machina at La Melgosa |
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April Events at Gallery MarsigliaThroughout April, Gallery Marsiglia will be showcasing unique Sterling Silver jewelry, one-of-a-kind gemstones and light, long, lovely earrings! Beat the heat with cool & sexy bling to wear with your summer wardrobe. Spring & Summer hats and hair accessories by Sage & Sage New gallery workshops will start on Saturdays in April. Beginning Jewelry Fabrication workshop will be Saturday, April 23. Call for class project information. Limited seating! Hours: Gallery Marsiglia |
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Moderncat Studio Open for First FridayOpen for First Friday from 6 to 10 pm. Offering a big selection of toys and gifts for cats and cat lovers. Featuring pen and ink drawings by guest artist Ross T. Boyd. Moderncat Studio |
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Gourmet Cupcakes and Coffee at My Goodness CakesStop by specialty cake maker My Goodness Cakes at Bragg’s Pie Factory for fresh gourmet cupcakes and coffee on First Friday. My Goodness Cake |
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Grab a Drink at the Bikini Lounge!When you’re out on Grand Ave, don’t forget to stop by The Bikini Lounge for a beverage! Phoenix’s classic tiki bar always has a colorful crowd. Don’s miss the Friday night food truck for the famished at the Bikini! The Bikini Lounge |
Don’t Miss Art Detour 23 on Grand Ave, March 19 & 20!
March 13, 2011 by admin
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Join us for Art Detour 23 on Saturday, March 19 & Sunday, March 20! Art galleries and studios across downtown Phoenix will be open to the public, showcasing unique works of art and hosting special events all weekend. One of the stops you won’t want to miss is Grand Avenue! This historic boulevard is lined with some of the most colorful characters and funkiest art on the Art Detour circuit. From Paisley Town to the Bikini Lounge we have a whole weekend of art, music, and entertainment planned. Make sure to visit us on Grand Ave!
Download the official Grand Ave Art Detour 23 guide here!
1205
1205 W Pierce Street
Hosting an opening by photographers Joseph Jankovsky and Marilyn Szabo.
Hours: Third Friday 7-9, Saturday 10-6, Sunday noon-5
Aviary
1020 W Grand Ave
Exhibiting Artists: Lara Plecas, Sergio Aguirre, Melanie Corradi and Grant Wiggins.
Hours: Third Friday 7-10, Saturday noon-5, Sunday noon-5
www.larakupcikevicius.blogspot.com
Barry Sparkman Studio
Bragg’s Pie Factory, 1301 W Grand Ave
Working studio and gallery of artist Barry Sparkman featuring abstract paintings and prints.
Hours: Saturday 10-6, Sunday noon-5
www.barrysparkman.com
Deus Ex Machina
La Melgosa Building,
1023 W Grand Ave
Featuring “Small Favors” a small works show by the artists of Deus Ex Machina. During Art Detour weekend the gallery will feature live music by Last Wave and the Bliss Kickers.
Hours: Third Friday 7-10, Saturday 10-6, Sunday noon-5
www.sites.google.com/site/improbableart
Gallery Marsiglia
1018 W Grand Ave
Gallery Marsiglia will host a fundraiser for “SEEDs for Autism,” a non-profit of career artists who volunteer to teach their skills to adults on the autism spectrum. This fundraiser will present functional art work such as jewelry, copper shelves, mosaic pots and planters, iron and wood shelves, copper art and more. Come meet the SEEDs student artists. Gallery showcases will exhibit unique sterling silver jewelry and one-of-a-kind gemstones. Jewelry making demonstrations both days will include lapidary, fused glass, chain making & more. Annelisa Leinbach will show her artwork, “From a Different Perspective.” Hats and hair accessories by Sage and Sage. Special guest musician David Matthews from Shreveport, LA will play Saturday and AJ will play on Sunday.
Hours: Saturday 10-5, Sunday noon-5
www.gallerymarsiglia.com
Gallery Serendipity
La Melgosa Building,
1023 W Grand Ave
Gallery Serendipity houses a collection of drawings, illustrations and paintings both contemporary and traditional in nature, and a variety of subject matter.
Hours: Saturday 9-6, Sunday 9-5
Kooky Krafts Shop
1500 W Grand Ave
“Queer, quirky, fun & fabulous” – this storefront in the heart of the historic Lower Grand Avenue arts & small business district, sells intriguing one-of-a-kind items made by local crafters and artists, with an emphasis on “extreme craftiness”. The shop has the best selection of local “city folk art” in Arizona. New Times 2010 Best of Phoenix Winner for “Best Shopping on Grand Avenue”!
Hours: Third Friday 5-11, Saturday 10 am-11 pm, Sunday noon-5
Find us on Facebook
www.kookykrafts.etsy.com
Moderncat Studio
Bragg’s Pie Factory, 1301 W Grand Ave
Open studio offering unique art and handmade gifts for cats and the people who love them. Guest artists: Daniel Shepherd, Ross T. Boyd, and Lee Berger.
Hours: Third Friday 5-8, Saturday 10-6, Sunday noon-5
www.moderncatstudio.com
Mutant Piñata Show
Bragg’s Pie Factory, 1301 W Grand Ave
The Return of the Mutant Piñata Show! The 4th Annual Mutant Piñata Show will be viewable during the Art Detour weekend, and will run through the end of April. Fun, fantastic, and visually cacophonous work by local artists, crafters, kids, and the community at large will be hung from the rafters of the 20 foot vaulted ceiling at the historic Bragg’s Pie Factory. Free kids’ face painting all weekend!
Hours: Third Friday 6-11, Saturday 10 am -11 pm, Sunday noon-5
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Paisley Town
1030 W Grand Ave
Live jazz music by Sparkle on Saturday from noon to 1 pm followed by a special Paisley Town fashion show at 1 pm featuring fashions from Wicked Wear, Dragonfly, S.P. Villain, and Annie Boomer Vintage with hair by Paisley Town’s Be.Headed Salon. More live music from 3:30 to midnight on Saturday with Sever Ted, Noel, Former Friends, and Tremulants. Sunday live folk music with James Cowden inside from noon to 2 pm and Roosevelt Street Jazz outside on the patio from noon until 3 pm. Group print show curated by Eric Hodgins featuring etchings and photo printing.
Hours: Third Friday 6 am-midnight, Saturday 9 am to midnight, Sunday noon-5
www.thepaisley.com
Phoenix Fall Space
La Melgosa Building
1023 W Grand Ave
Gallery and studio of Denise L. Fleisch and Jimi Girdner featuring modern and abstract painting and sculpture.
Hours: Third Friday 6-11, Saturday 10-6, Sunday noon-5
www.phoenixfallspace.com
ShopDevious.com
1229 W Grand Ave
ShopDevious.com will be open from 10 am to 8 pm Saturday with the 9th installation of Fashion in Motion—Salsa Dance Inspired! Mannequin models in Salsa inspired fashions will be showcased in a rotating fashion show along Grand Avenue; held sporadically during the day, with a fashion set every hour. Surprise giveaways throughout the day both Saturday and Sunday!
Hours: Third Friday 11am-10pm, Saturday 10-8, Sunday 10-6
www.ShopDevious.com
Sticker Club Girl
Bragg’s Pie Factory, 1301 W Grand Ave
Sticker Club Girl is a studio/boutique at Bragg’s Pie Factory. Here Lisa Jacobs creates and displays handmade, reconstructed, and vintage fashion, accessories, art, crafts, and supplies, along with community art night, arts and crafts workshops, and events.
Hours: Sunday noon-5
www.stickerclubgirl.com
Studio 8
Bragg’s Pie Factory, 1301 W Grand Ave
Presenting Places and Impressions Photo Exhibit. From Italy to the Inner Basin, lion to landscape, Rick D’Elia will be sharing a combination of his old favorites and more recent impressions of environments, places and objects that inspire him. Rick is a Phoenix area photojournalist and commercial photographer who over his 21 professional years, has photographically documented events, people and places locally and internationally for magazines, newspapers, businesses and relief and development organizations. The work in this show results from moments on the margin of these endeavors as well as direct explorations for the sake of discovering an image. Also on display for Art Detour, modern wedding photography by Modern Wedding Scenes.
Hours: Saturday 10-6, Sunday noon-5
www.studio8phx.com
The Angel Coop
802 N 10th Ave
A coop of women committed to healthy living. Showing developing artists. Sculpture by Eric Miller, painting by Erica Ledezma, film by Leah, drumming by Fernando + Drum Guru, and more! Saturday & Sunday 11am-12pm Y.E.A.H Yoga (Yoga Elevates All Humanity), 12-2pm Healthy Snacks Gathering (kids welcome!), 2-3pm Paint Your Message Wood (kids welcome!), 3-4pm Improv Dance Jam.
Hours: Saturday 11-4, Sunday 11-4
The Chocolate Factory
1105 W Grand
The Chocolate Factory will open with “Secret Show 2” on Friday March 18th from 6-9pm. The main gallery will be housing sculpture and painting by Randy Slack, Colin Chillag and Hector Ruiz. The second gallery will be showing Jennifer Carolin’s video/installation “No One Belongs Here More Than YOU”, accompanied by the CONDER dance co., with live performances/ screenings between 7-8pm. The opening on March 18th will also mark the revealing of Dave Quan’s mural “Blue Goo” on the walls of the Factory.
Hours: Third Friday 6-9, Saturday 10-6, Sunday noon-5
The Lodge Art Studio
1231 W Grand Ave
New works by mixed-medium artist Fausto G. Fernandez, sketch artist Joe Brklacich and painter Abbey Messmer.
Hours: Saturday 10-6, Sunday noon-5
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SPECIAL EXHIBIT: The Trophy Room
David Quan & Ashley Pasquan
1504 W Grand Ave
Ugly is the new pretty. “Gimmie Head” was a small book project I did about 10 years ago where I drew a bunch of bodies in a sketchbook and had people draw heads on them. This show is nothing like that, it’s quite the opposite, it’s just a bunch of new paintings of all sorts of crazy heads without bodies. Beautiful, ugly and smelly heads of people you think you might know or wish you knew. There will be rare mini-comics and drawings available from and not from my non-award winning comic: Magical Moments. Also on display will be the dress designs of Ashley Pasquan. Always cute, always classy, a little flirty, a little sassy. Come check out what she has been working on, she’s been as busy as a little chipmunk in a nuthouse.
Hours: Third Friday 6-9, Saturday 10-6, Sunday noon-5
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The Trunk Space
1506 W Grand Ave
Trunk Space will be showing a special exhibit called “Dividers: An Eastside Records Tribute” featuring a hand selected collection of the CD and LP dividers from Eastside Records which closed in Tempe at the end of 2010. Stop by and enjoy our award winning espresso drinks, and snap some pics in our classic REAL FILM black & white photo booth! These events are FREE, up to 6 pm. At 8 pm, we will be hosting The Squidling Brothers Sideshow Circus, a death defying Stunt Show from Coney Island full of humor and amazing feats of the human body! $9 in advance, $12 day of.
Hours: Third Friday 6-9, Saturday noon-11
www.thetrunkspace.com
Tilt Gallery
919 W Filmore
Presenting “The Victorian Art Walk,” a collection from Jeremy Rowe. The exhibition presents cased images including Daguerreotypes, Ambrotypes, tintypes, and albumen paper processes, from the cartes-de-visite and stereograph of the 1850s to the mounted cabinet and boudoir cards. Many of these images are unique and range from fine art prints to vernacular and found images, each with their own special magic.
Hours: Third Friday 6-9, Saturday 10-6, Sunday noon-5
www.tiltgallery.com
Plus live music all along the street!
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And if you get hungry or thirsty, check out these awesome offerings:
Hey Joe Food Truck
Serving Filipino street food.
Third Friday 5pm-2am at The Bikini Lounge, 1502 W Grand
Sunday noon-5 in the Bragg’s Pie Factory parking lot at Grand and McKinley
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My Goodness Cakes
Bragg’s Pie Factory, 1301 W Grand Ave
Specialty cake bakery, serving gourmet cupcakes and coffee during Art Detour weekend.
Hours: Saturday 10-6, Sunday noon-5
www.mygoodnesscakes.com
Paisley Violin Café
1030 W Grand Ave
Eclectic European-style café and bistro serving a variety of culturally inspired delicacies and offering a full bar. Live music inside and outside on the patio (see Paisley Town listing for schedule).
Hours: Third Friday 6 am-midnight, Saturday 9 am to midnight, Sunday noon-5
www.thepaisley.com
The Bikini Lounge
1502 W Grand
Third Friday at 7 pm Tom Cooper the resident tiki maestro presents “Psychenesian Polydelica,” a collection of tiki under the influence; DJ Shane Kennedy to spin early and the “Hey Joe” food truck for the famished. Saturday and Sunday Tom goes live, painting under the Bikini’s “marquee” with $1 PBR bottles and drink specials all weekend.
Hours: Third Friday 3-midnight, Saturday noon-midnight, Sunday noon-midnight
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Valley Pizza
1348 W Roosevelt
Serving specialty pizza, chicken wings, sandwiches, and more.
Hours: Friday 11-11, Saturday 11-11,
Sunday 11-6
www.valleypizzadowntown.com
