Writer Joseph J. Airdo Photography Courtesy of M3F [dropcap]L[/dropcap]ast year, Habitat for Humanity of Northern Arizona Executive Director Eric Wolverton encountered a disconcerting obstacle. Wolverton’s nonprofit organization had committed to build two homes in Flagstaff for families that needed a little help getting back up on their feet, but it did not yet have all…
Writer Sue Kern-Fleischer Photography Courtesy of Arizona Fine Art EXPO [dropcap]H[/dropcap]e’s a cowboy at heart on an adventure full of imagination, ranging from dragons and stormtroopers to Hollywood icons, wildlife and western heroes. He’s been a big draw at Comicon, but he also has a strong following of western art collectors. He draws, paints and…
Writer Joseph J. Airdo Photography Courtesy of the Herberger Theater Center [dropcap]M[/dropcap]ark Mettes Sr. has seen downtown Phoenix develop and grow around the Herberger Theater Center in the 30 years that the venue has graced the community. “When I was first working here in 1992, we would all stop rehearsal as it began to get…
Writer Shannon Severson Photography Courtesy of Western Spirit: Scottsdale Museum of the West [dropcap]T[/dropcap]hroughout human history, people have collected beautiful items that capture the eye and stir the heart. From seashells gathered on the beach to dazzlingly rare gems, we naturally seek beauty with which to surround ourselves. By Beauty Obsessed: Gilbert Waldman Collects the…
Writer Joseph J. Airdo Photography Courtesy of Arizona Musicfest [dropcap]O[/dropcap]ne of Tony Danza’s favorite pieces from the American Songbook is “Please be Kind,” which has been recorded by a number of musicians over the years, including Frank Sinatra, Peggy Lee, Ella Fitzgerald and Johnny Mathis. “There is this great line in the song that goes,…
Writer Joseph J. Airdo Desert Foothills Christmas Pageant Photographer Herbert Hitchon [dropcap]C[/dropcap]hristmas across Arizona does not look like it did a few decades ago. As is the case with just about anything, the way we celebrate the holidays has changed quite dramatically over the years. Many cherished Christmas traditions have fallen by the wayside, paving…
Writer Shoshana Leon Photography Courtesy of Andaz Scottsdale Resort and Bungalows [dropcap]A[/dropcap]ndaz Scottsdale Resort and Bungalows is a truly unique property. Opened in December 2016, the hotel is part of Hyatt’s boutique Andaz brand, which celebrates local communities by incorporating cultural aspects of the area into each hotel. To connect with the local area, Andaz Scottsdale…
Writer Amanda Christmann // Photography Courtesy of Willow Diamonds [dropcap]T[/dropcap]he art of dance is intrinsically alluring. The graceful movements often defy our notions of what the human body can and cannot do, and every act tells a story that can be exciting, provocative and magical. Jacquie Earle was born a dancer, and whether she’s been…
Writer Fadi Sitto Photography Courtesy of Justice League Arizona [dropcap]D[/dropcap]id you ever wonder where all those superheroes go when they’re not fighting villains? Justice League Arizona superheroes spend their downtime visiting kids at Phoenix Children’s Hospital, parades, comic-cons and other fundraising events to make a positive difference in children’s lives. Robert Rowlands serves as president…
Writer Joseph J. Airdo Photography Courtesy of Wonderspaces [dropcap]M[/dropcap]esplé’s background is a bit different than that of most artists. “I was blacksmithing by the time I was 11 years old,” Mesplé says. “I had my first welder by the time I was 13. At age 14, I began working in a foundry, making huge sculptures…