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PUBLISHER Shelly Spence

MANAGING EDITOR Amanda Christmann

GRAPHIC DESIGNER Meaghan Mitchell

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Joseph Airdo Lynette Carrington Amanda Christmann Sue Kern-Fleischer Kyndra Kelly Shoshana Leon Shannon Severson Fadi Sitto

PHOTOGRAPHERS Scott Baxter Bryan Black Kyndra Kelly Loralei Lazurek

ADVERTISING SALES Tatum Williams 480-280-9490 tatum@imagesaz.com

Images Arizona P.O. Box 1416 Carefree, AZ. 85377 623-341-8221 imagesarizona.com Submission of news for community section should be in to shelly@imagesaz.com by the 5th of the month prior to publication. Images Arizona is published by ImagesAZ Inc.

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September is here! It’s the beginning of my favorite time of year, when the evenings are cooler, the desert is greener and neighbors come out of their houses for strolls and outdoor fun! There’s plenty to see and do, and this month’s Images Arizona magazine is a great preview for some of the most unique people and places to experience. From fabulous food to amazing art, this is the place to be. You may notice some new bylines this month! We’re happy to welcome new writers Fadi Sitto, Joseph Airdo, Lynette Carrington and Shoshana Leon. They’re part of our growing family of writers and photographers, and we’re excited to see what new perspectives they bring to the stories! All in all, it’s a wonderful time to be part of Arizona, and part of Images Arizona! Without fail, the diversity and passion in our beautiful, dynamic community never ceases to amaze me. I know you, too, will enjoy the stories and images that surround us.

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If ever there was a woman comfortable in her skin, it’s Patricia Griffin. Wearing paint-spattered overalls, owl-rimmed glasses and a smile that shines with inner radiance, she took time to talk about life and art from inside her studio. Here, she shares her mountain home with a horse, a sheep, a pig and three dogs. She makes maple syrup and volunteers for local conservation efforts. Her daughter, now 19, is off to college, and Griffin finds peace in her solitude.

Griffin has carved a niche for herself by portraying bison, horses, elephants, bears and dozens of other animals she’s met in oil paint on oversized linen canvas. Her signature calling card is that, in nearly every painting, the animals are observing the observer.

There is no pretense in her voice or in her work; what you see is what you get—in the most delightful of ways— with Patricia Griffin. That simplicity and authenticity is something that shows in her art and resonates with people all over the globe.

Her use of shape, form, bold color, structure and space, as well as the depth conveyed by her dimensional use of layers and texture is much more than sound technique. Every portrait is the result of hours of quiet observation. She’s spent days in solitude in national parks, Native American reservations and faraway lands in India and beyond. She’s not after a standard “animal in its natural surroundings” image; on every expedition, she hopes to capture the connection between an animal and its human on-looker.

Her ability to connect with life around her translates into art that hundreds of collectors and over a dozen museums want. Her style is unique, and the message behind it is genuine.

A painting on prominent display at Sedona’s Goldenstein Gallery comes to mind as she explains her process. “Carl,” a curious burro vibrantly portrayed on tall, narrow canvas, is engaging, yet so simple that he can’t help but evoke smiles.

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The one thing I can share with the viewer is the connection between the animal kingdom. It hits my soul. –Patricia Griffin

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“My mission is to capture the exchange of recognition between the animal and the viewer. I give the paintings human names so that the viewers identifies with the spirit of the animal and respects them as individuals. “When animals are gathered in a herd, it’s easy to see them as less than what they are. Toss one up on a canvas and call it ‘Carl,’ and the subject becomes an individual.”

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A graduate of Moore College of Art and Design, Griffin has been a professional artist for nearly three decades. Though she is known for her animal paintings, that has not always been the case. A decade ago, Griffin was happy painting the beautiful landscapes of her home and her travels. In 2007, while working on a plein air piece, she looked up to see a pronghorn antelope watching her from just a few feet away. Before she knew it, she was in the middle of a herd. It was a transformative moment. “On the way home, I thought, ‘I’m supposed to be painting wildlife!’ When I began painting animals, people reacted in a way they never had with landscapes.” More often than not, they react with happiness, and with a sense that the animals are part of their lives.

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Carl “I am always grateful for the opportunity to view my subjects from their natural surroundings," Griffin explains. "Each piece pulls the viewer in to a shared secret between themselves and the animal. "My intent is to captivate the viewer in a joyful moment of presence,” she says. Those moments resonate with her collectors. Her work has brought international recognition, and has been exhibited in 13 museums and by collectors from Dallas to Dubai. She has exhibited in 16 solo exhibitions, and over 160 group exhibitions and counting. Ten percent of her proceeds are donated to conservation efforts. At Goldenstein Gallery in Sedona, where work from some of the area’s most prominent artists is on display, Griffin has earned her spot among the most collectable painters. From the rich blues of nighttime found in “Alfonzo,” a gentle-looking buffalo she found on the Blackfeet reservation; the smiling face of “Magda,” a sheep who, upon close inspection, is a fantastic study in color and light; “Innocent,” a fawn whose spots and sweet expression show its youth; or one of more than 20 other works on display, people love what she creates. “I feel like I’m a conduit,” Griffin says. “It’s not about me. It’s about letting the animal's energy come through me." goldensteinart.com

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Enjoy an opening artists’ reception for abstract encaustic artist Gabriella Aguilo and provocative pastel artist Katharine Gould. Works on display through Sept. 30. Free. Lanning, a Bryant Nagel Gallery, 431 SR 179, A1-2, at Hozho, Sedona. 5–8 p.m. 928-282-6865; lanninggallery.com

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Faire on the Square in Courthouse

Discussions are held every other

the best art available in Arizona

Plaza. Artwork, crafts and food of

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in the gorgeous shadow of the

more than 100 vendors. Free. 120 S.

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red rocks. Light refreshments

Cortez St., Prescott. Sat. and Sun.,

Anthem Community Center, 3701 W.

and music available. Free. See

9 a.m.–5 p.m.; 9 a.m.–3 p.m. Mon.

Anthem Way, Anthem. 7–8:30 p.m.

website for featured receptions

928-445-2000; visit-prescott.com

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and special exhibits. 5–8 p.m. sedonagalleryassociation.com

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Sept. 7

PHXFRIDAYS ARTWALK Explore the city by using ArtLink’s map feature or calendar listings to tour art galleries, cultural venues and more. Free. See website for details. 6–10 p.m. artlinkphx.org

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there’s no better way to enjoy all three than at an opening artist reception for Larry Yazzie at Sedona’s Turquoise Tortoise Gallery. Meet this esteemed, award-winning Navajo sculptor. Free. Turquoise Tortoise, a Bryant Nagel Gallery, 431 SR 179, A3, at Hozho, Sedona. 5–8 p.m. 928-282-2262; turquoisetortoisegallery.com

Sept. 8

ARTLINK STUDIO TOUR Step into ArtLink’s final Artist Studio Tour of the year! This one features Coe House, Howland Studio and Studios at The Artery. $15. Start location TBD. 10 a.m.–noon. artlinkphx.org

Sept. 8

14TH ANNUAL TEDDY BEAR DAY You’ll ‘bearly’ be able to stand all the joy you will find at at the 14th Annual Teddy Bear Day in downtown Glendale! Stuffed with fun events, Bears & More, Gracie’s Marketplace and The Astrology Store will be selling teddy bears for $10; proceeds benefit local trauma teddy programs, first responders and emergency rooms. Free. 7146 N. 58th Dr., Glendale. 10 a.m.–4 p.m. 623-931-0339; bearsandmore.com

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Join a celebration of Mexican Independence Day in Sedona’s Tlaquepaque. Fabulous food, music, dance, mariachis and entertainment for young and old. Free. Free trolley service from Sedona Municipal parking lot at 260 Schnebly Rd., Sedona. Tlaquepaque, 336 SR 179, Sedona. 11 a.m.–5 p.m. 928-282-4838; tlaq.com

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Sept. 9

6TH ANNUAL WINE IN THE WOODS The Arboretum at Flagstaff showcases AZ wineries and local eateries among the glorious gardens at The Arboretum. $35–$45. 4001 S. Woody Mountain Rd., Flagstaff. 1–5 p.m. thearb.org

Sept. 9

TEA WITH MARY SHELLEY!

From bluegrass music to acoustic

and tea went together like milk and

originals, this three-day festival

honey. Step into the fun of the past at

Gerry & the Schaks earned a standing

brings a barn dance, band

the English Rose Tea Room. Dress up

ovation with their cabaret show at

competition and family-oriented

in your favorite Victorian or gothic

Janey’s, and this month they’re mixing

workshops to the cool pines of

costume and hear a modern-day Mary

it up with Something Old, Something

Flagstaff. Camping available until

read from her novel. Fifty percent

New, Something Blues. Free. Janey’s,

sold out. See website for schedule,

of proceeds benefit ACT (Arizona

6602 E. Cave Creek Rd., Cave Creek.

ticket and parking pass availability.

Ciriculum Theater) $50. Includes

7:30–9:30 p.m. janeyscoffeeco.com

Fort Tuthill County Park, 2446

afternoon tea. Reservations required.

Fort Tuthill Loop, Flagstaff.

201 Easy St., Carefree. 3–5 p.m 480-

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PICKIN’ IN THE PINES

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SOMETHING OLD, SOMETHING NEW, SOMETHING BLUES

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JUNK IN THE TRUNK VINTAGE MARKET

A YEAR WITH FROG AND TOAD KIDS

Shop over 120,000 sq. ft. of fun from 150+ vintage curators

Musical Theatre of Anthem presents

and handmade art from across the country. Enjoy live

A Year With Frog and Toad KIDS.

music, local food trucks, cool swag and a unique shopping

This youth production is a great

experience. $8–$65; children under 12 free. See website for

way to introduce children to the

hours, ticket discounts and more. Charity partners are Maggie’s

world of theater while checking out

Place and Mission One. 16601 N. Pima Rd., Scottsdale.

the new MTA space! See website

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for showtimes. General tickets $19; Students, seniors and ages 12 and under are $16. 42201 N. 41st Dr., Anthem. musicaltheatreofanthem.org ta k

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Enjoy fabulous wines from 20 Arizona wineries, tasty food, music and vendors galore while taking in the breathtaking panoramic views of the majestic red rocks. Located at the Posse Ground Park in the heart of Sedona. $35 online; $40 at the gate. $50 for both days online; $60 for both days at the gate. 11 a.m.–5 p.m. 525 Posse Ground Rd., Sedona. sedonawinefest.com

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SLIDE ROCK FALL FESTIVAL Celebrate fall at Sedona’s Slide Rock State Park. Apple cider press, plein air art, blacksmithing, Arizona Flywheelers display of tractors and old engines, kiddie tractor pull, quilt displays, Jay's Bird Barn Falconer, build a scarecrow and more. $10 per vehicle. 6871 N. Hwy. 89A, Sedona. 9 a.m.–3:30 p.m. 928-282-3034; azstateparks.com

Sept. 27–30

ADDAMS FAMILY YOUNG@PART

Sept. 29, 30

Musical Theatre of Anthem presents

ANTIQUES ROADSHOW AT THE TEA ROOM

Addams Family Young@Part at their

If you’ve ever wondered how much

appetite! Carefree restaurants will

new performing space. See website

that old framed Napoleon portrait

offer prix fixe lunch and dinner

for showtimes. General tickets

is worth, now is your chance to

menus, including two-course lunches

$19; Students, seniors, and ages 12

find out! Experienced antiques

for $18, three-course dinners for

and under $16. 42201 N. 41st Dr.,

appraisers will value up to two

$35; and four-course dinners for $45.

Anthem. musicaltheatreofanthem.org

items during the Tea Room Antiques

Excludes alcohol. From Latin cuisine,

Roadshow. Items must be able to be

to family-style Italian, to modern

carried by hand, i.e. collectibles, art

American, soul food, high tea, or

and jewelry. Enjoy tea and scones

simply a good old-fashioned burger,

too! $75 per person. English Rose

there is something to suit every palate.

Tea Room, 201 Easy St., Carefree.

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3–5 p.m. 480-488-4812; carefreetea.com

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AN EXCITING NEW SEASON AT CAVE CREEK MUSEUM Mark your calendar! The Cave Creek Museum will launch its 2018-19 season Oct. 1 with two exceptional exhibits: The Herb Cohen Exhibit and the Sharon Moon Brening Exhibit. Adults $7; seniors $5; Students 12 and over $5; Children Under 12 free. 6140 E. Skyline Dr., Cave Creek. See website for hours. 480488-2764; cavecreekmuseum.org

Oct. 5–7

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Experience 80 Prescott-area artists

Come to Old Town to taste from

The audience has voted, and the

in 51 private studios, plus an

over 30 whiskeys, scotches and

Sonoran Desert Chorale will

additional 27 artists at three art

bourbons—and that’s only half

present audience favorites from

centers. This self-guided event gives

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you won’t soon forget! Advanced

observe their creative processes and

website for details. $50–$60.

tickets $15–$18. La Casa de Cristo

purchase unique works of art. Free.

Wasted Grain, 7295 E. Stetson Dr.,

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See website for maps and locations

Scottsdale.3–6 p.m.; VIP 2–3 p.m.

Scottsdale. 3 p.m. 480-305-4538;

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PRESCOTT ARTISTS TOUR

Pre-tour reception held Oct. 3. prescottstudiotour.com

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NVSO ANNOUNCES NEW SEASON Reserve tickets now for North Valley Symphony Orchestra’s 201819 season! The popular concerts will kick off with “Fall Fright Night” Oct. 20 at North Canyon High School Auditorium, followed by “Winter Wonderland” Dec. 15; “Spring is in the Air” in March (TBD); and “Summer Salute” in May (TBD); $5 each concert or $15 for a season pass. 623-980-4628; northvalleysymphony.org

LIVE & LOCAL FRIDAYS Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts’ Live & Local Fridays concert series opens this month, showcasing eight Arizona groups spanning rockabilly-honky tonk, indie-folk, African rhythms, blues, hip-hop, folk-rock, jazz, indie-rock and pop every Friday evening. Advanced tickets $12–$19. 7380 E. 2nd St., Scottsdale. 8 p.m. 480-499-8587; scottsdalearts.org

CARING CORPS RECEIVES $5,000 DONATION Kendrick Wealth Management’s Noah Kendrick helped to tee off the 8th Annual Foothills Caring Corps Golf Tournament by donating $5,000. The Nov. 26 tournament serves as a major fundraiser for the non-profit. Thank you to Kendrick Wealth Management for caring for and contributing to our community. kendrickwm.com; foothillscaringcorps.com

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For many chefs and culinary professionals, the most coveted and meaningful recognition in the industry is the James Beard Award. The James Beard Foundation represents excellence in the culinary industry through its awards, advocacy training, educational initiatives and scholarship programs. In late September, the James Beard Foundation will come to Phoenix as part of its 10-city annual Taste America tour. “2018 marks the sixth consecutive year of Taste America, which shines a spotlight on the rich diversity of America’s food culture and the culinary professionals that are working to make the world more delicious, sustainable and equitable,” said Alison Tozzi Liu, spokesperson for the James Beard Foundation. It is a testament to the Valley’s thriving culinary scene and to our many local talented chefs that Phoenix has been selected to participate in Taste America for the past six years, one of only five cities with that distinction. “Like all the cities on the Taste America tour, Phoenix has a rich food scene that represents a portion of the multi-faceted culinary culture in America,” said Tozzi Liu. In each city, a visiting all-star chef pairs with a local celebrity chef to create a dinner menu for the Taste America benefit dinner held September 28 at Mountain Shadows. Maneet Chauhan, known for her love of spice, her philanthropic efforts and appearances on Food Network, will team with local all-star chef Charleen Badman of FnB, who has been nominated for several James Beard awards, and Charles Wiley, executive chef at Mountain Shadows. Chef Wiley has had the honor of cooking at the historic James

Beard House in New York City several times. “Through his passion, books, teachings and love of food, James Beard inspired a generation of home and professional cooks during the culinary movement of the 1970s, which is when I began my career,” Wiley said. “When the foundation opened in 1986 to preserve his legacy, chefs from all over the country were invited to cook and teach in his house to spotlight the diversity of America’s food culture. I was first invited to cook at the house in 1992. It was one of the high points of my career to present our version of Southwestern cuisine from Arizona.” The Taste America benefit dinner includes cocktail and dessert receptions with dishes created by local chefs Scott Holmes from Little Miss BBQ; Chrysa Robertson from Rancho Pinot; Doug Robson from Otro Café and Gallo Blanco; Cassie Shortino from Tratto; and Samantha Sanz from Talavera at the Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North. Dessert tastings will be created by Sarah Chisholm from Tempe Public Market Café; Martin Nakatsu from the Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort and Spa at Gainey Ranch; and Helen Yung from Sweet Republic. “For any chef, being invited to participate in this event is a tribute to your community and to your dedication to the craft,” said Nakatsu. Talavera’s Sanz participated in Taste America Phoenix when she worked with Chef Gio Osso at Virtu Honest Craft in 2013. She is excited to represent herself at this year’s event. September 2018

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“The James Beard Foundation has brought such a strong impact to our community by uniting the culinary culture and showcasing the diversity of cuisine,” Sanz said. “It has also made an impact on sustainability and reducing food waste, and has provided many culinary scholarships.”

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Otro Café and Gallo Blanco’s Robson is equally enthusiastic. “It is my first time participating and I’m very excited, as James Beard represents one of the highest honors in the culinary field and exemplifies the importance of giving back to the culinary community,” he said. As philanthropy and education are integral elements of the James Beard Foundation, a portion of the dinner’s proceeds will go to the Taste America Scholarship Fund. In each city where Taste America is held, 10 students will receive $2,500 each to further their culinary education. Taste America is also joining forces with Feeding America to reduce food waste and donate leftover food from weekend events to those in need. “The James Beard Foundation is a vital part of communicating what is going on in our country and uses the universal language of food as a platform,” said Tempe Public Market Café’s Chisolm. “This event is an opportunity to connect with your peers, revive inspiration and express your shared love for food and hospitality.” “It’s inspiring to get together with my friends in the culinary world, old and new, and cook together,” added Robertson from Rancho Pinot.

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In addition to the benefit dinner, Taste America Phoenix includes a welcome reception at Dominick’s Steakhouse at Scottsdale Quarter September 27, and cooking demonstrations with Maneet Chauhan and Charleen Badman at Sur La Table at Scottsdale Fashion Square September 29. jamesbeard.org

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Each month, Images Arizona shares a unique photo essay of our incredible Arizona lands and the people who make it special. This month, we’re excited to present something a little different. We’ve all witnessed the beauty of the desert, from its subtle seasons to its powerful storms, but Missouri-based photographer and author William Fields has captured its wonder in a whole new light. Through the use of infrared photography, Fields shares an almost other-wordly view of our own Arizona back yard. We’re thrilled to share his work in our pages.

WHAT IS INFRARED PHOTOGRAPHY?

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When I saw the moon over that landscape, memories of Ansel Adams’ Moonrise, Hernandez, New Mexico flooded my mind and I felt overpowered by the scene before me. This is one of those moments I have trouble recalling without becoming misty. William Fields Photographer and Author Moonrise South Rim

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WHY INFRARED PHOTOGRAPHY? Says Fields, “Infrared light is invisible to the human eye. When we have the equipment to expose its effects, we see the world in a different way. Plants become bright and almost look as if they are covered in snow. The sky gets much darker and clouds seem to pop out of the picture. Color is gone in the wavelengths that I shoot, and the images take on sepia tones that are reminiscent of early photography by such historic figures as Edward Curtis. “There is a mystical quality to infrared that, in my mind and heart, is the way this place called Arizona should be seen.”

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WHAT’S A MISSOURIAN DOING IN ARIZONA? “You might ask what a Missourian knows about Arizona and the adjacent four corners states,” Fields says with a smile. “Let me just say that Kit Carson was born in Kentucky. Frank Lloyd Wright was from Wisconsin. Brigham Young hailed from Vermont and became governor of the Utah Territory—and don’t forget Lewis and Clark! “The list of those who traveled west in search of their dreams is long and prestigious. It is an integral part of the American dream. I don’t claim any of the prestige, but I can certainly be added to the list of those who journeyed west in pursuit of the magic and allure.”

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My first view of Grand Canyon brought tears to my eyes, and I can cry even now when I think about it. What a magnificent part of the planet! How can there be something so perfect and beautiful that changes and becomes more so, even as we view it? William Fields Photographer and Author

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WHAT IS YOUR ONE PIECE OF ADVICE YOU WOULD GIVE TO BUDDING PHOTOGRAPHERS? “Every image is not precious. When we get a new camera or a new lens, we think every picture is a masterpiece. They aren’t. We have to learn to be our own toughest critics and know that our high opinion of a given picture today might be much lower tomorrow. Some of that is the immediate enchantment, but more importantly, as we grow in our skills, our criteria become higher. “Ansel Adams said, ‘Twelve significant photographs in any one year is a good crop.’ If that’s true, we need to discard a large number pictures in the process.”

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About William Fields A native of Berlin, Connecticut, naval service and careers in the aerospace and automotive industries led Fields to live in 10 states before hanging his shingle in the historic German wine town of Hermann, Missouri. “I got my first camera when I was 8. It was a Kodak box camera with a plastic lens. I ran newspaper routes and did farm work to get the money to process the black and white film. It brought equal parts delight and frustration. “I struggled with the difference between what I saw in the world and what showed up in my pictures.” When the U.S. Navy provided him with his first 35mm camera, everything changed. What he captured on film began to match his vision. “In the 80s, I made a trip to Nepal, shooting with a couple of beat up old Minoltas. When I shared my photos with friends and co-workers, people began asking if they could buy my pictures. That was a turning point in shifting my energies from painting, drawing and printmaking to photography.” He even caught the eye of Steven Spielberg, who used his photography to decorate set walls in the production “Seaquest.” “Whenever the captain, portrayed by Roy Scheider, was shown in his quarters, the photos on the walls that were supposed to be his were actually mine. Boy, was my mom excited!” Fields says. Today, Fields’ Arizona work and more can be found in his book, “The Four Directions: A Southwestern Journey.” The book features stunning infrared imagery of the lands we have all grown to love. williamfieldsartphoto.com September 2018

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WHAT INSPIRES YOU?

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“The world! I’m inspired by and excited by just about everyone and everything I come into contact with. I have a hard time having a conversation with someone without thinking about how the light plays on their face. I compose pictures of the landscape as I drive my car, often ruing the fact that I don’t have time to stop and shoot because an appointment of some kind awaits. “I see still life in each and every flower, dish, bottle and glass. I will often stand on my chair at the table so I can photograph my meal. I try not to do that in restaurants, especially if my wife is with me,” Fields laughs. “Probably the most important inspiration I can mention is the color of my wife Louise’s eyes. They range from shades of green to brilliant blue with gray variations throughout. Her eyes were one of the first things about her that caused me to fall in love with her. “Now, that’s inspiration.”

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WHAT IS YOUR MOST MEMORABLE ARIZONA EXPERIENCE? “The first time I saw the Grand Canyon, it was March and there were snow squalls moving across it constantly. I’d be at an overlook and see clouds rushing toward me. Suddenly I was in a whiteout, and the canyon disappeared. I jumped in my car and head for the next overlook. “The sun dappled the canyon walls, and the snow striated the tiers of red rock sprinkled with greenery. There were rainbows everywhere. Before long another squall took me from all that earthly beauty to a spiritual place, immersed again in total whiteness.”

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On a balmy summer day, unusually temperate after cleansing monsoon rains, the teeming life of the Jewel of the Creek Preserve frame the beauty of this diamond in the desert. Blue Comanche skimmer and striped Apache spiketail dragonflies flit about, and butterflies play among the willows. A Gila woodpecker knocks, and verdins call out to each other in quick, shrill chirps from nearby mesquite bosques. Towering cottonwoods echo the sound of the water flowing below as their leaves sway gently in the breeze. Thousands of people will visit this magnificent 26-acre refuge each year, yet on any given day, it is filled with peace and solitude. Like an earthen mother, the perennial waters of Cave Creek spring from the ground to feed and support all of the life here. As timeless and enduring as the Jewel appears, the delicate ecosystem is in careful balance. Development and other human interference poses the greatest threats, which is why Desert Foothills Land Trust (DFLT) fought so hard for it, raising $450,000 to match the now-unfunded Arizona State Park Growing Smarter grant program to purchase the land, which sits adjacent to Spur Cross Conservation Area, in 2001. Jewel of the Creek isn’t the only piece of land now protected by the land trust. To date, just shy of 750 acres on 25 preserves is under the stewardship of DFLT through conservation easements and ownership. Though millions of people enjoy the results, preserving land is not an easy job. Just ask Vicki Preston, DFLT’s executive director. A native of a one-stoplight town called Novelty, Ohio, Preston grew up exploring the creeks and woods near her home. She earned degrees in environmental science and environmental education from Ohio State University, and spent her first few years out of school educating children and teens as a children’s naturalist, then working as the land and watershed protection coordinator for a land trust in northeast Ohio. When that trust merged with another nearby due to the downed economy, she found herself looking west. In 2010, she found her feet while working on rooftops for a friend, doing repairs following damaging hailstorms that year. Those rooftops are also where she found her husband, an insurance adjuster who shared her love for the outdoors. Before long, her now-husband found a job with Cabela’s, and Vicki was back in her element, working as conservation director for the Desert Foothills Land Trust. September 2018

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Preston’s biggest hurdle is often making others recognize that her organization can’t do it alone, and they can’t do it without contributions and support from people who, like her, feel a deep connection between themselves and the rugged and timeless Sonoran Desert. A year and a half ago, Preston stepped into the role of executive director, and she’s made it her mission to not only protect the land, but to find ways to share her love for it with others. “It’s a matter of trying to stay ahead of the bulldozers,” she said, “but to do that, we need to connect people to nature. We have to show them why it’s important to protect the rare and fragile, sensitive plants and animal species of the Sonoran Desert.” For Preston, director of community engagement Mary Warren, part-time development assistant Kristin Hamrick, a nine-member volunteer board, and the 100+ volunteers who make the work happen, it’s a matter of the heart. Each person is vested in preserving the land and its species, not only for themselves, but for those who will come after them. Programs like guided tours through preserve lands and the wildly popular Desert Discovery Day in late fall, the land trust not only makes these lands accessible, but they partner with other outstanding community organizations to touch hearts and educate minds about the desert.

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WHAT IS A CONSERVATION EASEMENT? A conservation easement allows you to protect the land you love. Whether you love the scenic views, the wildlife habitat, or the historic value of your land, you can create a conservation easement to keep it from being developed forever, while you still own and enjoy it as you choose. You can still pass your land along to future generations, or even sell it, with the peace of mind that it will always maintain its conservation use, and will never be developed into high rises or highways. Most conservation easements are donated by landowners, who often realize important federal and state tax benefits in doing so. Others are purchased by land trusts, such as Desert Foothills Land Trust, which raise money to protect these types of lands.

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Along the way, many people who have been fearful of the unknown, or just unaware of all the Sonoran Desert has to offer, have become some of its biggest proponents.

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“I will always remember the first year we did Desert Discovery Day,” Preston grinned. “A little girl who was maybe four years old came with her grandma. She came up to me, and with her hands visibly shaking with excitement, whispered, ‘I found gold!’ “I’ve seen that little girl every year since, just like I see so many other families. We get people from all over the Valley who come up to our foothills to learn and experience the desert.” Those experiences, Preston hopes, will help to cultivate the next generation of stewards. Development, Preston says, is not the problem. “Many developers understand the importance and value of open space. the land we're preserving is a big part of why people want to move to the desert. People want that open space. We've worked with developers in the past, for example, to preserve wildlife corridors and washes, and it can be a great partnership. “It’s not about stopping development; it’s about smart growth. It’s about balance— developing the right areas, and about protecting the right areas.” As the heat of summer begins to dissolve into another beautiful desert autumn, the waters of Cave Creek will flow freely through the Jewel of the Creek. Blue herons will pose majestically, and great horned owls will prepare to nest as winter grows near. The peacefulness of the desert here, and in hundreds of acres of other pristine land, will forever be preserved thanks to Desert Foothills Land Trust. dflt.org

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Matt and Paul Keeler Writer Amanda Christmann Photography by Scott Baxter and Liberty Station

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It begins with a slight whiff of something wonderful. Within a few hours, the scent of the summertime barbecues of childhood begins to fill the air, and by mid-day, it becomes an aromatic dinner bell for anyone fortunate enough to find themselves within a radius of a city block or two. This slow and steady perfection doesn’t only describe the barbecue at Liberty Station American Tavern and Smokehouse; it’s a metaphor for the way Paul Keeler, president of Keeler Hospitality Group, has developed his brand, and his philosophy for casual yet quality neighborhood dining. Together with his son, Matt, who serves as director of operations, and General Manager Monica Teligades, they’re slowly and thoughtfully creating solid building blocks for what surely will become a legacy. As the third in a series of endeavors, which includes Market Street Kitchen in DC Ranch and Spencer’s for Steaks and Chops in Omaha, Liberty Station has been the culmination of decades of successful and innovative experience in hospitality and dining for Paul, and a lifetime of learning for his son Matt, whose own experience operating successful restaurants is owed in large part to his greatest mentor: his father. Dining excellence runs in the family. Paul and his wife, Judy, met 44 years ago in the restaurant business in Boston, and son Ryan is a manager for Michael Mina’s Bourbon Steak in Washington D.C. With two more Liberty Station locations in the works, theirs is a name that will likely become a Phoenix-area staple. Tucked away in the westernmost corner of Terravita Marketplace at Carefree Highway and Scottsdale Road, Liberty Station appears at first to be in a sleepy location. Not so, based on the crowds that have already found this desert gem.

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For starters, there’s “Big Poppy.” This massive, custom-made, 500-gallon smoker sits next to an equally large rack of wood on the restaurant’s west patio. Inside Big Poppy, made by Camelback Smokers, the temperature remains steady and even, allowing cut oak and pecan to make the magic happen. Mouth-watering Texas brisket with rich bark and a perfect pink smoke ring and Carolina pork shoulder with a mop of Carolina barbecue sauce are among Big Poppy’s daily offerings. Though they’re fantastic straight from the smoker, acclaimed executive chef, Anthony Apolinar, and Chef de Cuisine Andrew Cornelius use them creatively for favorites like brisket grilled cheese—a grown-up twist on a childhood staple that combines sharp, creamy cheddar with burnt ends, paired with a tavern tomato soup; and smoked pork bucatini—pork shoulder covered in a rich broth accented with lemon and fennel.

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St. Louis spare ribs with a Kansas City-style glaze, Jidori chicken (often called the “Kobe beef of chicken”), juicy turkey breast, seasonal local vegetables, beef ribs and succulent flat iron steaks are also smoked under the watchful, patient eyes of chefs Apolinar and Cornelius. On weekends, diners can even dig into smoked prime rib, a flavor unlike any other in the Valley. Their barbecue is so good that it has already appeared on Food Network’s “Eat, Sleep, BBQ.” It may be barbecue that lures folks in, but that’s not all Liberty Station has to offer. In a nod to their Boston roots are items such as fish and chips, made with huge filets of amber beer-battered Boston cod and served with real malt and tartar sauce and a side of regular or sweet potato fries; creamy Boston clam “chowdah”; and Boston baked beans with a hint of smokiness from big Poppy. Pan-seared crab cakes, baked steelhead, Lake Superior walleye, and a shrimp po-boy with homemade remoulade straight out of Cajun country are among the other seafood options that are not so easy to find—much less find done well—in arid Arizona. Other regional treats include house-made meatloaf just like grandma used to make, served with garlic smashed

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potatoes, green beans and mushroom gravy; red bird fried chicken with maple syrup and honey-buttered cornbread; and a satisfying chicken salad wrap packed with craisins, walnuts, apples, carrots and spring mix, accented with a honey mustard vinaigrette. And oh, we can’t forget the burgers!

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It’s not just the food that’s a hit. Bright and inventive cocktails, like the Raspberry Daisy made with mescal, St. George raspberry, thyme and lemon; Puerto Rican Ti’ created from mintinfused rum, ginger liquor and lime; and Terravitian Fizz made from St. George Botanivore gin, aperol and lemon fizz are just a few of the many great choices. Spirit-forward traditional cocktails, craft draft beers from Arizona breweries, and a balanced selection of red and white wines are also on the menu.

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color, and the bar top has been artfully torched to create an almost comfortable familiarity. Sinatra-esque photos, created by one of Keeler Hospitality Group’s servers, bring an element of fun personality, as do the upscale rustic walls and community tables. Beyond the tangible, though, is an element that cannot be built, bought or created. It’s that often-elusive “it” factor that is responsible for making or breaking so many restaurants in the North Valley’s ever-changing culinary landscape. “I think it’s that family-centric environment behind everything we do that makes a difference,” said Matt. “People feel they’re going to get that personal touch.” Paul agreed. “I think it’s a feeling of being welcomed. It’s kind of a three-legged stool. The first leg is atmosphere, and I think we’ve created a comfortable and inviting space that has a great energy to

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it. The second is the quality of our food and beverage. We’re always trying to deliver the freshest, best selections. The third leg is service. That comes from making sure our staff makes everyone feel welcomed and acknowledged. We’re always setting a higher bar for that, and our guests notice.” Based on the dinnertime crowd making its way through the door, Liberty Station is standing tall on that stool. It’s no surprise, however; in fact, it’s all by design. Just as the day’s barbecue has spent hour upon hour smoking its way to perfection, so have the Keelers spent time honing their focus and sharpening their approach. Liberty Station is a family endeavor sure to be a delicious win for everyone. libertystationtavern.com


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The concept of yin and yang is a theory of opposites. Everything has a darkness (yin) and a light (yang), and one cannot exist without the other. For night, there is day; for cold there is heat; for birth there is death; and for masculine there is feminine. When the sun rises upon a mountain, light illuminates one side while the other remains in darkness. As the sun moves across its arc, the line between dark and light sides becomes blurred, and they begin to look alike. This, too, is yin and yang: two parts of the same whole. Michael and Sumati Colpitts fit together in much the same way. Both accomplished artists in clay and other mediums, like the mountain and the sun, years of learning from each other’s strengths and weaknesses, both creatively and personally, has blurred the line between their opposites. The fact that the universe brought these two souls together is a story in itself. Michael grew up in Boston, raised by his hardworking Lithuanian grandfather—a man to whom he owes much of his work ethic and compassionate nature. Far from Boston, Sumati was born in Taiwan. When her father left for the United States looking for a better life, the family soon followed, landing in Evanston, Illinois. Always interested in tactile artistic creation, Sumati enrolled in Chicago Art Institute and Kansas City Art Institute, where she explored different media looking for the right form of expression. Throughout their lives, both Michael and Sumati were encouraged to develop their creativity. They also learned that the process is the lesson, and found the beauty in practicing each new technique they learned until they achieved the look and feel they wanted.

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Perhaps it was chance, or maybe it was something much bigger that allowed their paths to cross in an ashram in India in 1989. Both were assigned to work in a ceramics studio, creating and selling art for tourists. They forged a friendship as colleagues at the time, not knowing that their story was not over. Twelve years later, through a series of serendipitous events, life took them by surprise when their paths again crossed in Sedona. Sumati was shy, while Michael was outgoing. Michael loved the intricacy of sculpting, while Sumati had worked on a potter’s wheel and done hand-built pieces. Sumati was nurturing and gentle, while Michael was bold. Despite their differences, they matched on an energetic level. Both were willing to grow in skill and in their soul journeys, and together, they found, they could accomplish so much more than they could separately. Seven years and a lot of clay later, they were married. Today, Michael Colpitts describes himself as a ceramic sculptor, painter and meditator. His inspiration has come from around the world, especially Africa and Southeast Asia. His work often invites the viewer to look within. Among his most collected pieces is a series of striking veiled masks. Each is its own study in texture and form, but even more impactful is the spiritual element. He creates them with hollowed eyes, leaving their faces and their meaning open to interpretation. When he fires each veiled mask in the couple’s 7-ton brick kiln, a monument in itself that Michael built by hand, flames dance across each one in unpredictable ways. The results are stunning: fire breathes life into each piece as shadows and depth emerge in the folds of the clay. The results are remarkable. Sumati is a sculptor, a massage therapist and a gourmet cook. The wisdom of her hands has always been her strength. She has become known for her portrayals of animals, which, in stark contrast to Michael’s veiled masks, are characterized by their inquisitive and cheerful eyes. Each seems to have a grin on its face, and one can’t help but notice the resemblance to their creator’s elfin welcoming smile. Michael first encouraged Sumati to try sculpture. Though her first pieces left much to be desired, she continued to practice. After years of hard work, her clay sculptures are not only collectible, they’re downright joyful.

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“I try to capture the essence of the animal or the figure, and give them an expression that makes you feel good when you look at them,” says Sumati. And she does. Finished pieces are first air-dried for one to two weeks, then fired at temperatures up to 1,600 degrees. Finishes like iron oxide or manganese dioxide are sometimes added to create color and sheen, but for other pieces, they let fire do the work. Next, they are skillfully arranged inside the kiln for a second firing, this time at about 2,300 degrees Fahrenheit. The anticipation they both feel to see what emerges is almost palpable. “You never know what’s going to come out,” says Sumati. “It can be the most fantastic thing, or the very worst. You just don’t know until you see them, and it’s so exciting each time!” In the galleries at Sedona’s Creative Gateways, and Kuivato, a Creative Gateways Gallery, their work includes more than clay. “We started off in clay together, but about 15 years ago, Michael said, ‘I need more color in my life.’” As with all of his work, Michael’s painting is an expression of his inner self. Bold and sometimes contrasting colors make their way to the canvas in vivid splashes. “The brightness makes me feel good,” he says. “I’m trying to give people the feeling of being uplifted by color combinations, but also by composition.” It can be a challenge, Michael adds, to give a painting’s “quiet areas” interest. Use of gesso, fabrics, papers, light charcoal, modeling paste, grog, sand, thick oil colors, acrylic washes, gold leaf and transparent oil washes are all part of creating focal points within each piece. These focal points seem to reflect what so many have come to realize about this dynamic couple: taken as a whole, they’re pleasant enough, but given a closer look at their lives, the beauty can be found in the finer details. creativegateways.com kuivatoglassgallery.com

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Back in the 1600s, a wave of immigrants from Ireland, Scotland and England made their way into remote areas of North and South Carolina, Tennessee, Kentucky, Virginia and West Virginia, bringing with them ideas and music from their native countries. As they cultivated the land and forged new lives, they began singing songs and playing music that not only reflected their day-to-day struggles, happiness and loves, but that also gleaned bits and pieces of the cultures from which they came. With homespun instruments, from porches and in tiny taverns, they sang of life in the hills, strumming, blowing and crooning the first notes of what would become “mountain music” or “country music.” By the time radio began pumping music into living rooms across the country, mountain music had branded itself as the music of the Appalachians and beyond. Artists Charlie and Bill Monroe were among the first to emerge onto the music scene in the 1920s and 30s, and when the brothers split to form their own bands, Bill decided to name his troupe after his native Kentucky: Bill Monroe and the Bluegrass Boys. It was the beginning of the first era of bluegrass music. In 1945, a 21-year-old banjo player with a three-finger picking style named Earl Scruggs and Tennessee-born Lester Flatt, whose guitar and vocals were equally innovative, joined the band. Their sound became iconic, and they would go on to lead what would become considered the original bluegrass band. Today, bluegrass has grown to command its own niche in the music scene, often spreading its wings into mainstream country and blues along the way. Bluegrass bands today are just as unique, and often as talented, as their early forefathers. For the last 13 years, Flagstaff has celebrated bluegrass and its roots at Pickin’ in the Pines Bluegrass and Acoustic Music Festival at Fort Tuthill County Park on the outskirts of town. It’s fun for everyone, and voted “Best Festival in Flagstaff” last year by Arizona Daily Sun. The lineup, which weaves old-time, Celtic, and gypsy jazz into the mix, includes several Grammy and IBMA award-winning performers, including Del McCoury Band, Béla Fleck, The Infamous Stringdusters, The Travelin’ McCourys, Seldom

Grab a Fiddle or Sit a Spell… Pickin’ in the Pines Bluegrass & Acoustic Music Festival Friday–Sunday, September 14–16 See website for schedule Fort Tuthill County Park 2446 Fort Tuthill Loop, Flagstaff $50–$140; children under 15 free; parking passes additional pickininthepines.org September 2018

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Della Mae

The Infamous Stringdusters

Matt and Rebekah Rollan

Seldom Scene

Del McCoury Band

Jeff Austin Band

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Scene, Jeff Austin Band, The Grateful Ball, Della Mae, Dom Flemons, Hogslop String Band, Jeff Scroggins & Colorado, The Good Time Travelers, Billy Parker & Mandoclectic, The Knockabouts, Greg Blake Band, Jesse Anderson, Cadillac Mountain, and Matt and Rebekah Rollan from Run Boy Run. Kick it up at a community barn dance Sept. 14 at 9:15 p.m. Don’t worry if you don’t know how to tap your toes to a hoedown! There will be family dance instruction and plenty of opportunity to learn and laugh. Dancing isn’t the only thing you’ll learn. Free lessons on guitar, banjo, fiddle, ukulele and harmony singing are part of the festival’s workshop series. Wernick Method Bluegrass Jam Class will once again give beginners and advance players an opportunity to jam together in a special reservations-only workshop. Three-day and single-day tickets are available online, and camping is available, but almost sold out, at the time of print. Pickin’ in the Pines is one of the most unique and family-friendly music events in Arizona. Though the mountains of Flagstaff may not resemble its Blue Ridge and Smokey Mountain home, bluegrass remains true to its roots in the cool Arizona pines. pickininthepines.org

Kick It Up Community Barn Dance Friday, September 14 9:15 p.m. Fort Tuthill County Park 2446 Fort Tuthill Loop, Flagstaff Free pickininthepines.org

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Writer and Photographer Kyndra Kelly

Though the heirloom tomatoes make this tarte a work of art, feel free to make this all year long with any fresh tomatoes and any kind of cheese. Makes a terrific appetizer, or a light lunch/dinner!

Heirloom Tomato & Olive Tarte Serves 2-4 Ingredients: 1 sheet frozen puff pastry 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic 1/4 cup olive tapenade (I used Trader Joe’s brand) 1/2 cup ( about 4 - 6 oz.) freshly grated fontina cheese 2–3 whole heirloom tomatoes (plus little ones for garnish) 1 tablespoon chopped basil salt pepper Directions: Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Let puff pastry thaw for 40 minutes. Brush dough with garlic. Spread olive tapenade in the middle of the dough, leaving about 1/2 inch border around the edge. Sprinkle grated fontina all over the puff pastry, and bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until golden brown. While baking, slice tomatoes about 1/4 inch thick. Once pastry is done, remove from oven, layer tomatoes on top. Sprinkle with basil, salt and pepper. Slice and serve! kyndraclaire.com

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Coconut Red Curry Soup A great way to use up any meats and veggies you have leftover is to turn them into something delicious! This tasty soup can be put together in a matter of 15 minutes. Add a tablespoon of fish sauce for more of an umami flavor. Red curry paste can be adjusted according to your heat tolerance.

Makes 2 servings Ingredients: 1 can full-fat coconut milk (14 oz.) 1 tablespoon jarred red curry paste (I use Thai Kitchen brand) 1 tablespoon coconut aminos 1 tablespoon brown sugar or coconut sugar 1/3 cup chicken broth juice zest of 1 lime 2 tablespoons fresh chopped basil 1 cup cut up veggies of your choice (broccoli, bell peppers, mushrooms, peas, carrots, etc.) 1 cup cooked protein (shrimp, chicken, beef, tofu) rice noodles (or rice) Directions: In a medium saucepan, combine the coconut milk, curry paste, sugar, coconut aminos and broth. Bring to a boil, and simmer for 5 to 10 minutes. Add veggies and meat, simmer for 5 more minutes. Add basil and lime. Stir and serve over rice noodles or rice. Top with peanuts and lime zest. kyndraclaire.com

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