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Previous November 1, 2015 Next GEOLogic: Michael Holcomb November 1, 2015 March 22, 2016 Michael Holcomb describes himself as a “formalist”, to the extent that his art is primarily concerned with form as an abstract expression of the unspeakable forces at work in the universe. His images interpret the canyons, mesas, caves, cliffs, the effects of weathering and erosion: the vast spaces and horizons, skies filled with light and color and extraordinary cloud formations that symbolize the magnificent and rich visual work to the Desert Southwest. His work is created using three-dimensional vertex modeling software and original algorithms, edited for characteristics of color, transparency and texture. In 2010, Michael retired as Dean for Technology in the Arts and Director of the Treistman Center for New Media in the College of Fine Arts at the University of Arizona. His work has been exhibited and published internationally and is included in both public and private collections.

Previous January 11, 2019 Next Effie! Plein Air Pioneer January 11, 2019 April 28, 2019 In the midst of the rough and tumble activities of the Arizona Territory mining camp at Pearce lived a young woman who would emerge as Arizona’s first nationally known female plein air impressionist landscape painter. For over 55 years, Effie Anderson Smith, also known as Mrs. A. Y. Smith, made her home in Cochise County and painted its desert and mountain vistas. The paintings she created between 1895 and 1950 depicting Cochise Stronghold, the Chiricahua Mountains, Cave Creek Canyon, and the Grand Canyon would eventually be seen in exhibits from Phoenix to Philadelphia, and were sought after by politicians and European nobility. This 150th birthday retrospective of 46 paintings wass the largest exhibit of Effie Anderson Smith paintings ever assembled in one place. It was also the first time in over 75 years (since 1942) that E.A. Smith's paintings have been exhibited in Tucson, the city which hosted her earliest major exhibits in the 1920s.

Previous January 27, 2021 Next All The Single Ladies: Women Pioneers of the American West This exhibition highlights the maverick single women who sought a unique path to pursue their dreams of freedom from strict Victorian norms toward adventure and opportunity. January 27, 2021 May 29, 2021 This informative exhibition tells select stories from the trailblazing lives of unmarried women in the 19th century, who were homesteaders, Harvey girls, boarding house owners, teachers, madams, prostitutes, and entertainers. All the Single Ladies: Woman Pioneers of the American West demonstrates how these women brought a richness and vivacity to the fabric of life in the emerging American West. Tales of the long-ago Wild West portrayed women in one of two stereotypical ways: the seductress or the wholesome farmer’s wife. In reality, the experiences of early pioneer women were far more diverse. While it is true, most women who moved west were married and traveling with husbands and families, many maverick single women sought another path to pursue their dreams of freedom from strict Victorian norms, adventure, and opportunity. "Harvey Girls at the lunch counter of the Harvey House in Winslow, Arizona circa 1910." Courtesy Arizona State Library. Exhibition made possible by a grant from AZ Humanities . "Donaldina Cameron and Tien Fuh Wu with an unidentified woman between them on the steps of the Mission Home." Courtesy of Cameron House.

Previous May 3, 2017 Next The Wayfinder's Dilemma: Landscape Photographs by Camden Hardy May 3, 2017 October 1, 2017 A faculty member at Southwest University of Visual Arts, Hardy explores the ways in which human beings interact with, and understand, their surroundings. On his work, Mr. Hardy states; "My artistic practice is driven by questions about the dissonance that occurs when we encounter information that contradicts our expectations, as well as our own agency in the construction of individual realities."

Four Corners Gallery & Museum Store Our Gallery and Museum Store feature Southwestern paintings, sculpture, pottery, jewelry and gifts. Purchases support our nonprofit museum's mission to preserve, display and educate our guests on the art and history of the Desert Southwest. Shipping charges for online purchases will be assessed at the time of purchase. Call to make arrangements: 520-202-3888 Fine Art Image Credit: 'Peralta Dry Wash' by Bud Heiss Jewelry Image Credit: Blue Lapis Inlay Cuff by Eugene Belone Art Shows and Sales Colors of the Southwest Wed, Jun 03 Running June 3rd through September 26th. Artistic impressions showcasing images of our beautiful Southwest Learn more

Previous January 13, 2017 Next The Dazzled Eye: Navajo Textiles from the Getzwiller Collection January 13, 2017 May 28, 2017 Featuring Navajo eyedazzlers and optical textiles from world renowned collectors Steve and Gail Getzwiller, The Dazzled Eye contrasts these works of woven art with American Op Art and explores the popularity and history of Navajo eyedazzlers and optical textiles.

Previous November 5, 2016 Next Behind Barbed Wire: Japanese American Incarceration in Arizona November 5, 2016 April 30, 2017 This exhibition examines the federal internment facilities in Arizona, it also includes photos and details of the Japanese American men and women who served during WWII.

Previous November 5, 2016 Next Art of Circumstance: Art and Artifacts Created by Japanese Americans Incarcerated During WWII November 5, 2016 April 30, 2017 Art of Circumstance displays the inventive and creative spirit of the Japanese Americans incarcerated in relocation camps across the Southwest during World War II. The art and artifacts displayed in Art of Circumstance include objects on loan from the Arizona Heritage Center, Arizona Historical Society in Tempe, Arizona.

Previous March 11, 2016 Next Wayne Norton: Desert Relations March 11, 2016 June 30, 2016 The subjects of these still life photographs, which Wayne Norton calls Desert Relations, are objects that he has gathered in the deserts of the American Southwest. As an avid desert hiker and explorer for over the past 30 years, he has come across many discarded man-made relics and natural items that he finds interesting and attractive in a unique, rustic manner.

Previous January 10, 2024 Next Gold Fever: Glory and Greed in the Western Expansion Years An exhibition dedicated to the history and legacy of gold in the American West. January 10, 2024 June 29, 2024 The Tucson Desert Art Museum is delighted to announce the opening of Gold Fever: Glory and Greed in the Western Expansion Years , an insightful exhibition set to debut on January 10, 2024. This thought-provoking showcase offers a comprehensive look into the California and Western gold rushes, illustrating not only the transformative impact of the pursuit of gold and glory on America but also the resulting moral corruption, as seen through the lens of the seven deadly sins. Frank Marryat. "Les Mines d'Or de la Californie." 1855. Mountains and Molehills; or, Recollections of a Burnt Journal. Curated with exceptional care, Gold Fever presents a balanced narrative of the era's monumental impact, juxtaposing the economic success and transformation of the American West against the backdrop of the darker human impulses of greed, envy, pride, lust, gluttony, wrath, and sloth. The exhibition features rare artifacts, personal narratives, video, and artworks and mining artifacts from the Arizona Historical Society, each telling a part of this complex story. Exhibition Highlights: The Seven Deadly Sins and the Gold Rush: A unique exploration of how the pursuit of wealth exacerbated human vices, leading to moral decay as seen in the excessive drinking and gambling culture, vigilante law, violence against minority communities, and most tragically, the California Native American genocide. Archival Photography, Illustrations and Painting: An artistic journey through the era, capturing the essence of life and popular opinion during the gold rushes. Authentic Mining Artifacts: Objects that provide insight into the daily lives of miners and prospectors in Arizona. Diverse Narratives: Stories highlighting the experiences of Mexican Americans, African Americans, Europeans, Chinese miners and others who contributed to the rich tapestry of the West. "Through Gold Fever , we aim to present a more nuanced view of the western gold rushes of the mid- and late-1800s, acknowledging not only the economic transformation they spurred but also the moral complexities and human costs involved" (Alyssa Travis, curator of the Tucson Desert Art Museum) Gold Fever: Glory and Greed in the Western Expansion Years offers an in-depth exploration into the dichotomy of human nature during a pivotal historical period. The exhibition will run from January 10 to June 29. Dalrymple, Louis, Artist. "His silent partners" / Dalrymple. We invite you to join us at 7000 East Tanque Verde Road for a powerful reflection on the transformative yet morally complex era of the gold rushes. For more details about the exhibition and the Tucson Desert Art Museum, please contact us at mail@tucsondart.org . This enlightening exhibition is made possible by a grant from Arizona Humanities and generous donations from the Long Realty Cares Foundation and the Cascade Foundation . Baker, Isaac Wallace. "Untitled (Portrait of a Chinese Man)." Photograph, c. 1853. Daguerreotype. From Oakland Museum of California.