Safwat Saleem: Concerned, but Powerless

Vision Gallery 10 E Chicago St, Chandler, AZ, United States

Concerned, but Powerless is artist Safwat Saleem's satirical response to the national political and cultural climate. Using repurposed vintage imagery, a clean design aesthetic, and his trademark wit, Saleem has created a series of brief, uncomfortable and nervous soliloquies that give voice to our inner struggles. Image: Installation view of Concerned, but Powerless

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1,000 Words

The Gallery at CCA 250 North Arizona Avenue, Chandler, AZ, United States

To capture the diversity of Chandler, photographers created portraits of students who attend Chandler Public Library's Talk Time and English Tutoring programs. This exhibit shares the faces of a wide variety of individuals from diverse religious, ethnic and economic backgrounds who have one common goal - to learn English. This exhibition features photographs by Amanda Mollindo and Josh Loeser. The adult literacy program at Chandler Public Library serves 359 individuals from 46 different home countries. Image: Amanda Mollindo, Vesna's Family with Serbian Flag, 2017, Archival Inkjet Print, 16" x 20"

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Hollywood in the Desert

Vision Gallery 10 E Chicago St, Chandler, AZ, United States

Hollywood has always had a major influence on Fashion and Design from the silent movies to today's red carpet.  Names like Adrian, Helen Rose, Bill Travilla & Bob Mackie are just a few who have dazzled us with their creations from the screen to the runway. Hollywood in the Desert shares fashion from these timeless influencers as well as many others. Guest curated by Robert Black. Image: Sophie Gimbel dress from the collection of Dorothy McGUire of the McGuire sisters. Model represented by FordRBA. Photographer: Kelly Cappelli

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Desert Imprint

Vision Gallery 10 E Chicago St, Chandler, AZ, United States

Where some may see desolation, many full-time desert dwellers see nature at its finest. Desert Imprint brings together the work of three local artists who view desert ecology as something to be admired. Experience reactions to local and far-flung flora and fauna in the wood-burning art of Alexandra Bowers, and photographs of J.W. Fike and Ryan Parra. Image: Ryan Parra, Eriogonum Fasciculatium, 2017. Archival Inkjet Print, 16" x 24"

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CUSD 2018: Art Collision

The Gallery at CCA 250 North Arizona Avenue, Chandler, AZ, United States

Chandler Unified School District's most gifted artists put their work on display for the community to experience. Whether it is ceramics, paints, charcoal, ink or glass, see the creative output form student at all six CUSD high schools. Left Image: First place prize winner for 2D, Censored Perfection, by Megan Fargher Right Image: First place prize winner for 3D, Dragon, by Rachel Yu

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Hop Art: The Graphic Design of SanTan Brewery

Vision Gallery 10 E Chicago St, Chandler, AZ, United States

Reception: Thursday, September 6, 6 – 8 P.M.

After the beer is brewed, there is still much work to be done before it lands on the shelf and in a craft beer fan's hands. Graphic designers work with brewers, illustrators and owners to choose a name, colors, fonts and graphics for all of your favorite Chandler brews. From MoonJuice IPA and HopShock IPA to Oktoberfest Lager and Mr. Pineapple, come and see the array of current and historical designs, as well as some in-process documents that didn’t make the final cut.

Image: Original sketch and current design for SanTan Brewery's icon MoonJuice IPA

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By Popular Demand: Paintings and Sculptures by Anthony Banayat

Vision Gallery 10 E Chicago St, Chandler, AZ, United States

Opening Reception with the Artist: Saturday, October 13, 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.

By Popular Demand will feature new work by Anthony Banayat including larger than life, colorful, layered paintings and “wobbler” sculptures directly connected to American Pop Culture. By skillfully combining highly recognizable images into uniquely composed collages and objects, Anthony Banayat’s accessible style invites viewers to tap into their own imaginations to create narratives using the iconic imagery of advertising, marketing and entertainment.

Image: Hot Topic, 2017, Acrylic on Canvas, 84" x 60"

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Time and Space: Jan Marshall and Joseph W. McShane

The Gallery at CCA 250 North Arizona Avenue, Chandler, AZ, United States

Opening reception with the artists: Friday, October 12, 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.

Time and Space, paintings by Jan Marshall and sculptures by Joseph W. McShane, explores concepts of time and space through both artists’ individual media and perspectives. This exhibition is the first time that the couple has exhibited their work together. The interaction of their work creates a contemplative and dynamic conversation.

Top Image: Jan Marshall, The Space Between, XIV, Ink on canvas, 18" x 89"

Bottom Image: Joseph W. McShane, The Presence of Absence (pre-installation), Copper, 12 - 2.5" x 2.5" x 2.5" pre-installation, 15 miles x 30 miles installed

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