John and Lauri Maeder craft art in ‘desert lace’ / Sedona Red Rock News  John and Lauri Maeder have discovered a way to reveal unique aspects of cacti innards in their artwork and jewelry. Their process of removing the plant’s…

The Flinn Foundation is pledging almost $4 million to Arizona arts and culture organizations, a substantial financial commitment designed to support the groups’ long-term sustainability.  The grants, which run through 2027, will directly support 18 of the state’s largest arts…

John and Lauri Maeder craft art in ‘desert lace’ / Sedona Red Rock News  John and Lauri Maeder have discovered a way to reveal unique aspects of cacti innards in their artwork and jewelry. Their process of removing the plant’s…

By Brian PowellFlinn Foundation Shelly Lowe laughed when she was asked to define the humanities. As chair of the National Endowment for the Humanities, Lowe said that’s one of the difficulties of her job. “Humanities are our creation stories,” Lowe…

Tripoli named executive director of Mesa Arts Center / QueenCreekSunTimes.com | Mandy Tripoli has been with the city for 13 years in various positions within the Mesa Arts Center.  As executive director, she’ll oversee programming and operations, including Performing Live, Art Studios,…

Have you ever wondered what the retinal images of your eyes would look like printed on cotton? Perhaps a watercolor version of a breast cancer cell? Or DNA on fused glass? These are three of the 29 works of art…

Tucson's 'Somos Uno' initiative unveils first State of Culture report / AZPM | The Somos Uno initiative, which aims to preserve and grow Tucson’s cultural heritage through arts, history, and community engagement, released its first major report that found a desire…