Lucy Dickens, Anne Peyton and Joye DeGoede share their unique visions of wildlife and conservation via photography, paint and mixed media in this exhibit. Art is available for purchase, with a portion of proceeds benefiting the Phoenix Zoo’s conservation initiatives. Call for times and ticket prices. Savanna Gallery, Phoenix Zoo, 455 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix, phoenixzoo.org, 602-286-3800.

Penguins pose among the cacti, snails are positioned atop of the garden’s butte and majestic gray wolves are on guard as this exhibit features 13 installations of more than 1,000 animal sculptures made from colorful and recyclable plastic. The vibrant art forms are the creations of Cracking Art, a collective of artists who demonstrate that plastic can be reinvented into something eye-catching and thought-provoking. Call for times and ticket prices. Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N.…

A herd of 50 javelinas have invaded the streets of Tubac, serving as a canvas for local artists who have transformed the fiberglass creations into one-of-a-kind works of art. The whimsical critters will be sold in silent and live auctions, with proceeds benefiting Tubac Center for the Arts. Visit javelinasdetubac.com for details.

Visitors interact with and become part of the colorful art as this interactive experience offers 13 immersive, thought-provoking and conversation-starting artworks spread across a 16,000-square-foot exhibition space. Presented by Wonderspaces and featuring everything from glowing lights to a sewing machine orchestra, the show welcomes all ages to explore imaginary worlds where the rules are different. Twelve of the works are new to Arizona, with Submergence by Squidsoup returning by popular demand. Tu-F, noon-10 p.m.; Sa,…