A silent auction benefit for No More Deaths will be sponsored by Phoenix Food Not Bombs, with art displayed in advance at Bragg’s Pie Factory, 1301 Grand Avenue, beginning on the July 2nd First Friday from 6 – 11 pm.

On July 16th, the $5.00 entry fee will include a silent auction from 6 – 9 pm; a delicious vegan meal provided by Phx Food Not Bombs shortly after the doors open at 6pm; and bands and D.J.’s playing throughout the night until 1 am. Bands include Los Mudros, Porches, Wizard Teeth and The Hunger Artists, with Djentrification spinning discs after the bands have performed. Proceeds from the art auction will go directly to support No More Deaths’ lifesaving humanitarian work.

About No More Deaths
Since the mid 1990s more than 5,000 men, women and children have died trying to cross the U.S.-Mexico border. No More Deaths began in the Spring of 2004 as a network of diverse faith-based groups, social activist groups, and concerned individuals who felt compelled to act to stem the tide. One of their many initiatives has been to leave water in the desert for those who have found themselves unprepared in crossing the treacherous desert between Mexico and Arizona.

You may have heard that the Roosevelt Row street closure is not happing in July and August, but we want you to know that the regular First Friday Artwalk is most definitely on! The Artlink map shows all the galleries and art spaces that will be open for both July & August First Fridays, so grab a copy, jump on the shuttle and see some art!

Here is a list of all the activities taking place in the Grand Avenue Arts & Small Business District for July First Friday. We hope to see you there!

Special Events & Studio Hours for July First Friday

New Work at Jordre Studio for First Friday
Stop by Jordre Studio this First Friday to see new work from Kyle Jordre.

Jordre Studio
1007 W Grand Ave
www.jordre.com

Celebrate Independence Day at Gallery Marsiglia
Long Dangling Earrings and Big Rings are in the “sizzling summer” showcase. Custom cut gemstones will be the focus. Special orders always accepted. Custom hats & hair accessories are 20% discount. Artist Annelisa Leinbach will display her “From a Different Perspective” wall art and Ann Shearing will show her digital photography series “The Cross,” as well as gift cards. Music by local “folk” musicians outside. Open 6 to 10 pm for First Friday.

Gallery Marsiglia
1018 NW Grand Avenue
www.gallerymarsiglia.com

Drink Specials & Live Music at Paisley Violin
Last Duchess will be playing outside starting at 8pm and Crooning Avant Garde, a Jazz trio, will be playing inside at 7pm. Linda Swinney is the artist of the month. Drink specials all night!

Paisley Violin Cafe
1028 W Grand Ave
www.thepaisley.com

Ambient Studio Featuring New Works by Daniel Shepherd
The ambient studio will be open, featuring new work by Phoenix artist daniel shepherd. Stop by and enjoy an oreo.

the ambient studio at La Melgosa
1023 W Grand Ave
www.theambientstudio.com

Kick-off 4th of July Weekend at Phoenix Fall Space!
The place to be for First Friday Art Walk is Phoenix Fall Space Gallery/Studio on Grand Ave! Artist reception from 6 to 10 pm. Live music in the courtyard by classic rock band 3rd Rock AZ. Come out and join us for a Grand celebration! New art by Jimi Girdner & Denise Fleisch.

Phoenix Fall Space at La Melgosa
1023 NW Grand Ave
www.phoenixfallspace.com

Snow Cones and Savings at ShopDevious.com
This First Friday stop by ShopDevious.com to cool off with a snow cone! Also, buy one, get one free in the boutique!

ShopDevious.com Beauty Lounge & Boutique
1229 NW Grand Ave
www.ShopDevious.com

Opening Reception for “No More Deaths” Silent Auction
Opening reception for “No More Deaths” silent auction will be held at Bragg’s Pie Factory on First Friday. The silent auction and benefit dinner will be held on July 16 from 6 to 9 pm. Proceeds from the art auction will go directly to support No More Deaths’ lifesaving humanitarian work.

Bragg’s Pie Factory
1301 W Grand Ave

Calling All Cat Lovers! Moderncat Studio Open for First Friday
Moderncat Studio, located in Bragg’s Pie Factory, offers a variety of unique handmade gifts for cats and cat lovers. Open from 6 to 10 pm on First Friday.

Moderncat Studio
at Bragg’s Pie Factory
1301 W Grand Ave
www.moderncatstudio.com

Stock Up on Sapna Cash and Save!
Sapna will be serving delicious, healthy meals until 10 pm on First Friday. Now offering Sapna Cash – buy $20 of Sapna Cash and get $2 free! Can be redeemed anytime.

Sapna Cafe
at Bragg’s Pie Factory
1301 W Grand Ave

20% Off at Kooky Krafts for Local First Indie Week
Kooky Krafts Shop will be exhibiting new needle-felted animal heads by Amanda Williams, whimsical dinosaur creatures by Beatrice Moore and the usual assortment of eclectic handcrafted items by local artists and crafters. The shop is participating in Local First’s celebration of Indie Week with 20% off any wreath over $40 Friday night and Saturday. Regular hours: Fridays from 5 – 11 pm and Saturday noon to 11 pm. Check us out on Facebook!

Kooky Krafts Shop
1500 W Grand Ave

“March” & “Light Paintings” Artist Reception at The Trunk Space
First Friday artist reception featuring “March” by Steve Jansen & “Light Paintings” by Holly Sheppard. “March” utilizes the 1840s-invented cyanotype photographic process while “Light Paintings” showcases modern digital light-painting techniques.

The Trunk Space
1506 W Grand Ave
www.thetrunkspace.com

Sweets & Beats Open for First Friday
Come and check out all the new items in the store – an entire rack of great vintage clothes, puppets, cd’s, purses, lamps, odds and ends, and more! Open regular business hours 5 to 11 pm on First Friday.

Sweets & Beats
1504 W Grand Ave

Don’t miss “Fashion In Motion V” on First Friday, May 7 at ShopDevious.com. This indie fashion presentation takes place along Grand Avenue in front of ShopDevious.com, showcasing local fashion designers and items from the boutique. 8 to 10 pm.

ShopDevious.com Beauty Lounge & Boutique
1229 NW Grand Ave
www.ShopDevious.com

New works and large installations by Brez, Lalo Cota, Ishmael Duenas and Page. New prints available by each artist. Opening reception on First Friday, May 7, 7 to 11 pm. Music provided by DJ Element & Emgee.

Closing reception Third Friday, May 21.

Bragg’s Pie Factory
1301 W Grand Ave

Saturday, May 22, 2010; from 9:30 – 5:00 pm
“Making Hand Pulled Prints from Digital Photographs”
Instructor: Barbara Burton

This unique method of using digital images, an inkjet printer and basic printmaking methods yields incredible prints. You will shoot your own images, create a transfer plate, and print, modify, print again. Even if you’ve never printed before, this workshop is worth taking. Basic printmaking methods with be taught, printmaking tools provided. Bring your digital camera with a usb connection. If you wish, you may bring your laptop.

Cost: $95 (material included)
Note: Class limited to 6 students

Register at TiltGallery.com

Announcing the first “Coffee, Cookies & Crafts” independent craft event to be held at Bragg’s Pie Factory on Saturday, April 24 from noon to 5:00 pm. This free event will be a celebration of local, independent art and crafts, with activities for the whole family.

The afternoon will offer a variety of activities including local vendors selling handmade goods, crafting demos, kids’ crafts, and a craft supply swap. Attendees will get to enjoy a pop-up coffee lounge with free coffee provided by Conspire and free baked goods from local bakeries Urban Cookies, Elemental Sugar, and Rikki Cupcake.

Crafting demos will include YUDU demos by Sarah Spencer and Cyndi Coon, lotion making demo with Strawberry Hedgehog, how to make a sustainable gift basket with ZonieBaskets, and more.

The CraftyChica, Kathy Cano-Murillo, will make a guest appearance. She will be reading from her new novel, Waking Up in the Land of Glitter. Books will be available for purchase and for a book signing. The first fifteen people will get free CraftyChica glitter.

The craft supply swap is open to everyone. Attendees are invited to bring old craft supplies and swap with others. Tables will be provided for the craft swap. Kids’ crafts will be organized throughout the day in a special area. Kids will be able to take home their very own creations. There is no charge to participate in the craft swap or the kids’ crafts.

Local vendors will include 824, Alarmingly Charming, An Owens Original, Cherry Forever, Crazy Chix Jewelry & Accessories, hodgepodgebaby, Kenzie Noelle Designs, Melanie Whitley, Moderncat Studio, Paper Expressions, Safety Third, Stanley Moon’s, Starving Artist Bazaar, Space Cadet, Star de Luna, Sticker Club Girl with Sassy Bee Designs, Strawberry Hedgehog, Urban Adornments, Willo Wire Jewelry, ZonieBaskets, and more. AZ Lost Boys will also be selling their handmade cow sculptures for the Cow Project, with all proceeds benefitting the AZ Lost Boys Center.

“Coffee, Cookies & Crafts” at Bragg’s Pie Factory is presented by Moderncat Studio, Lucky 15 Paper Arts, and Sticker Club Girl and is being sponsored by MADE Art Boutique, Practical Art, Local First Arizona, Conspire Arts Cooperative, Kooky Krafts Shop, and Blueberry Deluxe Boutique.

Bragg’s Pie Factory is located at 1301 W Grand Avenue in downtown Phoenix. For more information, please email coffeecookiesandcrafts [at] gmail [dot] com or visit the official “Coffee, Cookies & Crafts” page on Facebook.

April 16, 2010 (Third Friday)
7–9 pm
(performance begins at 7 PM and will last 1 hour. Audience can come and go.)

1341 W. Woodland — PHX
(southeast corner of 15th Ave and Van Buren, in the backyard)
www.firstbackyard.blogspot.com

In this 2nd event for First Backyard, we also welcome Join and Cast Ventures, a Phoenix Art Community publication where Artist Book meets a Participatory Zine. They’ll have parachute games, participatory guide handouts, and of course snacks. Get your submissions off your hands and into ours! Join and Cast’s official, super fun-time, give us your art, party.

About “taking a long time to get somewhere”:
For this piece Urso recorded herself doing something for 1 minute, then stretched the video out to an hour, then will perform the action at the 1-hour pace during First Backyard. Video of both the real time action and the slowed-down footage will be shown while she performs the task.

About First Backyard:
First Backyard brings creative people to my backyard once a month to witness innovative, new performances, artworks and sound—encouraging an alternative voice and providing an addition to the gallery setting.

Kooky Krafts Shop has some fun, one-of-a-kind Easter gifts for April First Friday. Queer and quirky Easter-seuss Flowers, made from pipe cleaners, chenille, flocked animals, plastic eggs and pom poms, fashioned specially for this weekend by Kooky Krafts Industries, will be on sale along with other quirky Easter gifts. Limited supply!

Kooky Krafts Shop
1500 W Grand Ave

Hours:
Fridays 5 – 10 pm
Saturdays noon – 10 pm

Studio 8 will host the third annual Sticker Phiends show on April 2 from 6 to 10 pm. Phoenix’s 1st and ONLY sticker art show is back for a third year straight! The night will include FREE HANDOUTS, ART FOR SALE, movie screenings, interactive art on payphones, live music and MUCH MORE! Artists include 2Rabbits, BigFoot1, Demer from Wallnuts cru, Disposable Hero, DumperFoo, Dr. Nuse 89′, Griffin1, Jaber, Hmph, Mad One, Obey, Robots Will Kill, Sket1, Gimmik Project, Graves1, Tiki Jay1, and 455er. Presented by Mad One.

Studio 8
at Bragg’s Pie Factory
1301 W Grand Ave
www.myspace.com/studio8phx

>> Download a printable PDF of the Grand Ave Map and Art Detour activities

Shuttle Stops:
15th Ave, Roosevelt & Grand
11th Ave, Fillmore & Grand

A – Grandevelt
1500–1506 W Grand Ave

The Trunk Space
“ROYGBIV 4EVAH” artwork by Robyn K and Sierra Joy. Saturday night improv theater with Galapagos and Bingo Jam starting at 7pm, tickets $5. Art Detour Hours: Fri 5-10pm; Sat noon-10pm; Sun noon-5pm.

Sweets & Beats
10% off all non-edible merchandise Sat & Sun. Art Detour Hours: Fri 5-11pm; Sat 10am-6pm; Sun10am-6pm. KIDS DETOUR ACTIVITIES!

Bikini Lounge
Stop in for a drink at this classic Tiki bar and a Phoenix landmark.

Kooky Krafts Shop
Enjoy new Tiki Gods by Tom Cooper; Cementious Novelty laden fish bowls by Tony Zahn; an assortment of newly arrived vintage crafting instructional pamphlets (“Swine Sculpture”, “Bitsy Bear”, “Loveable Stuffables”, “Pom Pom Parade”, “Dream Dolls”, “Worms of the Month” and more); newly arrived crafting supplies that include hand-cut/hand tied Taiwanese pom poms; vintage dolls and doll heads; Japanese plastic animal eyes; quirky handmade jewelry (like the Chinese Halloween necklace) and more! Art Detour Hours: Fri 5-10pm; Sat noon-10pm; Sun noon-5pm.

B – Valley Pizza Downtown
1348 W Roosevelt

C – BRAGG’S PIE FACTORY
1301 W Grand Ave

Main Gallery
The Return of the Mutant Pinata Show! The 3rd Annual Mutant Pinata Show will have it’s preview opening during 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’ vaulted ceiling at the historic Pie Factory. Art Detour Hours: Fri 6-10pm; Sat 10am-10pm; Sun noon-5pm.

Sapna Café, Suite 1
Featuring new works by Jenny Ignaszewski. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner with BYOB. Art Detour Hours: Fri 8am-10pm; Sat 8am-10pm; Sun 9am-6pm.

Lady Luck Tattoo, Suite 3
Art Detour Hours: Fri 6-10pm; Sat 10am-6pm; Sun noon-6pm.

Moderncat Studio, Suite 4
Offering a unique selection of handcrafted gifts and art for stylish cats and the people who love them. Art Detour Hours: Fri 6-10pm; Sat 10am-6pm; Sun noon-6pm.

Barry Sparkman Studio, Suite 5
Abstract paintings and prints by artist Barry Sparkman on display in his studio. Art Detour Hours: Fri 6-10pm; Sat 10am-6pm; Sun noon-6pm.

Fractal, Suite 7
First Friday iPhoto texture wall created by Sprawl. Sunday, Rusty Spoke Community Bicycle Collective. Art Detour Hours: Fri 6-10pm & Sun noon-6pm.

Studio 8, Suite 8
Framed prints, paintings and more by local artist Jason Hill. Art Detour Hours: Fri 7pm-midnight; Sat & Sun 11am-4pm.

D – Trillion Clarke Studio at Citywide Studios
707 N 15th Ave
Painting studio of Trillion Clarke. Art Detour Hours: Sat 10am-6pm; Sun noon-5pm.

E – The Lodge Art Studio
1231 W Grand Ave
Featuring works of mixed-medium artist Fausto Fernandez, sketch artist Joe Brklacich and painter Abbey Messmer. Art Detour Hours: Fri 7-11pm; Sat 10am-6pm; Sun noon-6pm.

F – ShopDevious.com Beauty Lounge & Boutique
1229 W Grand Ave
The Devious Glam Spot with Salon D’Shayn offers make-up & nail touch-ups on Friday from 5 to 8 pm. Saturday the Devious Indie Fashion Experience and Fashion In Motion IV will take place with fashion, music and performers. Tunes by Unity:: DJ’s. 1:30 pm live mannequin models will line the street in a rotating fashion show. Saturday evening from 7 to 10 pm the Devious Gong show kicks off the new season with open mic for stand-up comedians complete with gong! Winners will go on to perform in a full show, date TBD. Free grab bags on Sunday for purchases over $10 and buy one get one half off the entire boutique all weekend! Local artisans will display their art for sale outside the boutique all weekend. Art Detour Hours: Fri 5-8pm; Sat 10am-10pm; Sun 10am-5pm.

G – The PHiX Gallery & Studio of Lee Berger
1113 W Grand Ave
Displaying artwork and installation work will be resident Phix artist Lee Berger. Featuring: Music by Azul and select dancers from Al Moro Studios. Dance performances will be at the top of the hour starting at noon. The weekend will also have artist inspired clothing and a raffle for select paintings. Each clothing sale gets a free raffle ticket! Art Detour Hours: Sat 10am-6pm; Sun noon-6pm.

H – The Chocolate Factory/ID Studios
1105 W Grand Ave
Studio and art space of Hector Ruiz. ID Studios is a collection of local painters and photographers working with the New Times. Art Detour Hours: Sat 10am-11pm; Sun noon-5pm.

I – LA MELGOSA BUILDING
1023 W Grand Ave

the ambient studio, Studio A
Featuring new works by daniel shepherd. Limited edition “series one” postcards will be on sale during Art Detour. Art Detour Hours: Fri 6-9pm; Sat 10am-7pm; Sun noon-5pm.

Deus Ex Machina Gallery, Studio B
Gallery and studio of Michele Bledsoe, Richard Bledsoe, Jeff Falk, Steve Gompf and Annie Lopez. Remodernist contemporary art. Art Detour Hours: Fri 6-10pm; Sat 10am-6pm; Sun noon-6pm.

Phoenix Fall Space, Studio E
New work by Denise Fleisch and Jimi Girdner. Many paintings by Denise Fleisch for $100 or less. Art Detour Hours: Fri 6-10pm; Sat 9am-10pm; Sun 9am-10pm.

J – Jordre Studio
1007 W Grand Ave
Jordre Studio will host the work of Mark Burleson and Kyle Jordre in an exhibit of individual and collaborative pieces. “8” opens Friday, March 5, and continues Saturday and Sunday, March 6 & 7 for Artlink’s Art Detour weekend. The show will run through March 30. Art Detour Hours: Fri 6-11pm; Sat 10am-6pm; Sun noon-6pm. KIDS DETOUR ACTIVITIES!

K – THE PAISLEY VIOLIN & PAISLEY TOWN
1030 W Grand Ave

The Paisley Violin Café
Featuring oil paintings by Eliza J Castro. “Jeun Amour Mourant” dance performances Sat & Sun at 5:45pm. Live music all day Sat & Sun inside and on the patio. BBQ and full menu available all weekend. Full bar, too! Art Detour Hours: Fri 6am-1am; Sat 9am-1am; Sun 11am-6pm.

Lazy Lab Art Studio, Unit #1
Sculpture, photography, oil paintings, and ceramics by Greg Robinson. Art Detour Hours: Fri 6-10pm; Sat 10am-6pm; Sun noon-5pm.

Urban Floral Art, Unit #2
Art Detour Hours: Fri 6-10pm; Sat 10am-6pm; Sun noon-6pm.

Butter Toast Boutique, Unit #4
Butter Toast will have a spring blow out sale. $1-$3 pick-and-save bins and 30%-50% off select clothing items and accessories! Art Detour Hours: Fri 11am-11pm; Sat 10am-8pm; Sun noon-5pm.

Wicked Wear, Unit #5
Featuring “The Little & Wee Show.” Enjoy the view of photographers Jazz and Heather as they see the world. Clifton H. Peirce will feature his artwork in Unit #3 in Paisley Town to make room for the new Spring Fashions. Come by and receive a 10-50% discount on select items. Sign-up for the New Kundalini Yoga class starting March 8. Art Detour Hours: Fri 6pm-1am; Sat 10am-1am; Sun noon-6pm. KIDS DETOUR ACTIVITIES!

Be.Headed Salon, Unit #6
Art Detour Hours: Fri 6-10pm; Sat 10am-6pm; Sun noon-6pm.

L – Lucky Rabbit Studio
1020 W Grand Ave
Studio of Lara Kupcikevicius and Sergio Aguirre. Art Detour Hours: Fri 6-10pm; Sat 10am-6pm; Sun noon-6pm.

M – Gallery Marsiglia
1018 W Grand Ave
Art in Jewelry: METALS, ROCK, FASHION. One of a kind designer jewelry and accessories. Demonstrations: lapidary art, faceting gemstones, fused glass, glass blowing, metalsmithing. “Cash for Gold” testing and weighing your old gold and turning it into cash. Kebba Buckley Button author of “Discover the Secret Energized You” FREE workshops 7pm Friday night and 12:30 Saturday, book signing Saturday at 3pm. Live music Saturday & Sunday. Art Detour Hours: Fri 6-10pm; Sat 11am-6pm; Sun noon-6pm.

Sue Morse Gallery from Paisley Town, has relocated to Gallery Marsiglia. Naked Raku & Saggar Pottery will be featured Friday night & Art Detour hours.

N – Tilt Gallery
919 W Fillmore
“The Variety Show” by Los Angeles artist Aline Smithson on display March 5–26. Showcasing three different bodies of work incorporating traditional photography techniques along with applying washes and hand painting. Unique limited edition prints. Art Detour Hours: Fri 6-9pm for artist reception; Sat 10am-6pm; Sun noon-6pm. KIDS DETOUR ACTIVITIES!

O – First Backyard
1341 W Woodland
“Reaching Out” a new installation at the First Backyard by Adam Murray utilizing space and sound to reflect on communication and connection with other people. Art Detour Hours: Sat 10am-6pm; Sun noon-6pm.

P – Legend City
521 W Van Buren
Legend City is a shared studio space owned and occupied by photographers Brandon Sullivan, Jon Balinkie, Jason Grubb and fine arts painter Randy Slack. Art Detour featured artists include: James Angel, Jon Balinkie, Brian Boner, Colin Chillag, Jason Grubb, Christina Ramirez, Randy Slack, Brandon Sullivan, Shauna Thibault, and Steven Yazzie. Art Detour Hours: Fri 6-midnight; Sat 10am-6pm; Sun noon-6pm.