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The PHiXArtopia Combines Art and Technology for a Unique Interactive Experience

Madison RutherfordMay 12, 2022

If you’ve always wanted to experience Meow Wolf, a series of large-scale immersive art installations in Santa Fe, Las Vegas and Denver, consider a visit to Artopia, where you can step into a different dimension in which light, color and sound intersect. Imagine that this creative universe is right in your backyard – and designed by local artists. Artopia opened in Phoenix in March and features murals, sculptures and interactive art pieces by some of...

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The PHiXAlley Art: Oak Street Murals

Aimee SmithJuly 13, 2021

Want to peruse dozens of murals in one short block? Check out Oak Street Alley. This stretch of Oak Street, between 14th and 15th Streets in Phoenix, contains several murals by notable artists.   Soak in Aztec Smurf’s impressive aquatic creation.   Bow down to Isaac Caruso’s ode to the Hindu god Ganesh.   Enjoy Andy Brown’s eclectic offering.   Walk alongside Thomas “Breeze” Marcus’ distinctive style.   Gaze at Osiris Rain’s peaceful portrait.  ...

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The PHiXArtistically Gifted: 10 Local Artists to Support This Holiday Season

Mirelle InglefieldNovember 12, 2020

Clockwise from top left: Hot AF sticker by Jon Arvizu/High Jinks Apparel; The Choice is Up to You by Suzanne Falk; Punch (A Haiku in Steel) by Joshua Woodhall; North Rim of the Grand Canyon by Art Holeman; Excerpts of Feeling Everything by Eric Cox; Sonic Sculpture by Joe Willie Smith; Twilight by Yuko Yabuki; Archival prints of “Nowadays I Wear My Smile Like a Mask” by Antoinette Cauley; 2/3 from Awakening series by Ashley...

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The PHiXGrand Avenue Mural Guide

Aimee SmithAugust 25, 2020

Driving along Grand Avenue in Downtown Phoenix, it becomes obvious that you have entered an arts district. There are numerous galleries, a print shop (yes those still exist, thank you Hazel & Violet) and colorful creations hanging from the trees. Most eye-catching, though, are the murals of all different sizes, styles and colors. Here are just a few of the many murals to take in. The young man in a cowboy hat painted by El Mac...

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The PHiX4 Drive-By Murals in Downtown Phoenix

Aimee SmithMay 18, 2020

Want to observe art from the comfort and safety of your car? Drive by these larger-than-life murals in the Downtown Phoenix area. El Oso Plateado and the Machine by Nevercrew An extinct Mexican grizzly (the silver bear from the title) floats on the side of the Novel Coworking Heard Building, located on Central Avenue, just north of CityScape. The front and back of the bear seem to be holographs projected from the machines depicted at...

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PHXTogetherThe PHiXUncategorizedCoronavirus Chronicles: Art in Isolation

Mirelle InglefieldMay 1, 2020

Catch up with 10 Arizona-based artists as they share their workspaces, creations and experiences during their coronavirus quarantines. Eric Cox How long have you been a professional artist? 20+ years What medium are you best known for? My works range from small graphite sketches and mixed media paintings, all the way to large scale aerosol murals. How has the coronavirus quarantine inspired or affected your work and/or livelihood? I am heartbroken. I am overwhelmed. There...

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The PHiXArt Dealin’: Moderately priced fine art to gift this holiday

Mirelle InglefieldDecember 12, 2019

1. What Was Whispered, handmade linocut by Tara Sharpe $75.; 2. various prints by Randy Slack starting at $95.; 3. Skin Deep, print by Eric Cox, $50.; 4.The Hunt from the Kachina of Atonement series, Marilyn Szabo $150.; 5. porcelain rings by Patricia Sannit starting at $35.   You don’t have to be a high-falutin’ fat cat to give (or collect!) evocative, original artwork. These unique offerings by five of Arizona’s notable fine artists go for around $100 or...

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