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Last summer, this area saw a 58% drop in residential listings, shifting supply and demand to favor sellers. Play the Odds. Sell Your Home This Summer. Percentage provided by ARMLS data.

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THE ART OF SHAUNTÃ&#x2030; LAUREN

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TAKE A HIKE

A CULINARY ESCAPE

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COMMUNITY EVENTS Writer Amanda Christmann

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As each new issue of Images Arizona prepares to launch, I often find myself waxing eloquent about how much I love our desert foothills community. Even after living here for 20 years, the beauty of the sunsets and the support I feel from the relationships I’ve built along the way still fill me with gratitude. This month, that appreciation goes out to our extended community. In the last couple of decades, Sedona has quietly grown from a sleepy little town to a booming hub for incredible fine art, fantastic restaurants and boutique hotels and spas. As the summer heat quiets our own streets, we are fortunate to have this little oasis just an hour to the north. In addition to featuring some of our more colorful local people and places, this month we’re sharing a few faces and events unique to Red Rock Country. From First Friday in the Galleries to talented and inspired pointillist artist Shey Khandro, to Lisa Dahl, whose soon-to-be six restaurant empire is taking Sedona by storm one bite at a time, there’s so much to enjoy! We hope you continue to support the businesses and services in our own back yard, but that you fall in love with our northerly neighbors, too.

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October Rain: 30"x40" Oil on Canvas

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Writer Shannon Severson // Photography by Scott Baxter

In 2016, Shaunté Lauren was new to Arizona and working at a car dealership when a chance meeting with a customer changed her career. As many of her paintings center around the idea that our first impression of others is only a precursor to finding common ground within, the story fits perfectly. “He asked me if I’d ever been self-employed,” says Lauren. “At first, I thought he might be trying to recruit me to a multi-level marketing business, but I answered that my only business experience was painting murals for a school in California.” After learning she was an artist, he asked to see Lauren’s work and was impressed when he flipped through the images stored on her phone. He showed her images of his own work, and as she scrolled through them on his phone, one in particular stopped her in her tracks. It was a painting of a woman on horseback. She recognized it immediately as one she and her husband, Scott, had fallen in love with at Xanadu Gallery in Scottsdale when they’d visited Arizona the previous year. She could hardly believe she was meeting contemporary artist Michael Swearngin. “I said to him, ‘That’s you?’” Lauren says. “He told me it was and gave me the name of the painting and his business card. Michael asked me if I could paint full time, would I choose it? My answer was that of course I would. This chance meeting, and his positive feedback, really gave me the push I needed to believe that art could be my career.”

Lauren grew up an only child in a family who noted her love of drawing, but didn’t have an artistic background of their own to help her develop her talent. She is entirely self-taught. “My mom says I was started drawing tiny circles as soon as I could hold a pen,” says Lauren. “I’ve always drawn, but I didn’t have anyone to show me anything or help me pursue art. I didn’t try oils until 2014.” Within a year after their meeting, Lauren quit her job at the dealership, called Swearngin to ask for advice on what direction she should take, and was showing alongside him at a Shemer Art Museum exhibition. Through Swearngin, she was unexpectedly introduced to Bill Faust, who now features her painting, “Three Moons In Arabia,” at his Faust Gallery in Scottsdale, with an exhibition planned for his Santa Fe gallery location this summer. It has been a whirlwind, but great rewards have risen from the risks she took to pursue art. “I’ve always wanted to pursue art full time and I wasn’t fulfilling my passion,” says Lauren. “I came to a realization that, if I didn’t make that jump, it wasn’t going to happen. I needed to fully focus on my art to see where it goes. I’ve never been happy unless I’m doing that. So many unexpected moments have worked together to propel me forward.” Lauren’s passion for wildlife is also a motivator and inspiration for her work. Using animals in her paintings is

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Perception: 24"x48" Oil on Canvas, Painted so that either bird can be upright

an acknowledgement of their instincts and emotions. She grew up around animals in Hemet, California, where she was homeschooled and pursued independent study through high school. Her mother admired her drawings and encouraged her to pay close attention to the details of her subjects, as well as to deciding what elements were most essential to include. Lauren paints animals in relationships to evoke emotions that the observer can relate to, often pairing creatures that wouldn’t normally meet—like the fox and owl intensely regarding each other in “October Rain,” or a raven and owl meeting in what appears to be a reflective lake in “Perception,” which can be displayed with either bird upright. The backgrounds of each bird intentionally do not mirror one another, but there are similarities. Every painting begins with a story in her mind. “I wanted to depict an unexpected relationship,” says Lauren. “They’re from two different worlds. In life, we meet people who can change our perspectives. Sometimes people come from similar backgrounds, but don’t realize that at first glance, or who come from very different backgrounds, but similar experiences connect them. “We are quick to judge, but common ground can be found from a delving deeper into each other. These paintings have elicited very emotional reactions from viewers and that’s what I want

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Sacred: 24"x30" Oil on Canvas The March: 24x36" with 1.5" Gallery Wrapped Edge, Oil on Canvas

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to evoke. I’m hesitant to say too much about how I see each piece because I want people to have their own interpretations.” Lauren enjoys challenging herself with color. She often uses only three colors in her animal portraits to push herself to work with highlights and shadow, as seen in “The March,” which depicts a wolf in black, white and tawny brown. Every strand of fur seems to catch the waning light as the animal’s intense golden stare draws viewers in. “I use white, black and one other color to create an entire painting,” says Lauren. “I want to develop my skills and make a striking painting without using a large color palette.” Horses are a particular love of Lauren’s and she has been impacted by their therapeutic nature, both in art and in person. She dreams of someday using art and animals to help each other by connecting horses in need with children in need, and incorporating her art to support and enhance the effort. “I want to keep growing my art career, but use it to help children and animals at the same time,” says Lauren. “Even if kids aren’t raised around animals, they relate in a very special way. I believe working with horses can be healing for troubled children and they can connect in a way that’s different from just working with other humans. Mustangs, especially, have a special spark that can break through barriers.” Her dream truly completes the circle of relationship and opportunity: the healing power of art and transformative relationships with animals will create life-changing moments for others, just as they did for Lauren. shauntelauren.com faustgallery.com

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COMMUNITY

2018 JUNE

Writer Amanda Christmann

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The only thing more wonderful than unique fine art is viewing it in the sensational Red Rock Country. Members of the Sedona Gallery Association offer a showcase of artists, special exhibits and art events, giving locals and visitors alike the opportunity to explore Sedona’s exciting art scene. Free. See website for featured locations. sedonagalleryassociation.com

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LYDIA ANN PIPER & MARIANN LEAHY: FROM THE KILN

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Goldenstein Gallery will

Through their respective mediums

host visiting artists JA Gorman

New works are unveiled from the

of meticulously designed fused

and Kevin McCarthy as they share

much-collected contemporary artist.

glass sculpture and ceramic wall art

thoughts about their work and

A special artist interview will be held

inspired by Southwest iconography,

inspiration, all while enjoying a hot

at 6 p.m. during the June 1 opening.

both artists have mastered the kiln

cup of coffee. Free. 150 AZ 179,

Free. Lanning, a Bryant Nagel

to create their captivating pieces.

Sedona. 9:30 a.m. 928-204-1765;

Gallery, 431 SR 179, at Hozho,

A special joint artists’ interview

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Sedona. 5-8 p.m. 928-282-6865;

will be held at 6:30 p.m. June 1.

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Free. Turquoise Tortoise, a Bryant Nagel Gallery, 431 SR 179 at Hozho, Sedona. 928-282-2262; turquoisetortoisegallery.com

June 2

C. GREGORY GUMMERSALL: IMPROVISED ORDER

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June 2

NINTH ANNUAL ALS BITE NITE Join top chefs from throughout the Valley and the ALS Association Arizona Chapter to raise money and awareness for Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS). Experience signature tastes while enjoying cocktails and live entertainment, mystery boxes, silent auction and live auction. $1,500 for a table of 10; $150 individual tickets. Tax-deductible. Westin Kierland Resort & Spa, 6902 E. Greenway Pkwy., Scottsdale. 6–10 p.m. bitenite.org

June 2

ASTRONOMY EVENING Participants ages 8 and older are invited to enjoy a beautiful desert evening under the stars and learn about some of the objects visible in the night sky. A short talk explaining the solar system and galaxy is followed by observing the moon, several planets, multiple star systems, globular clusters and nebulae through a celestron telescope. Free; registration required. 8 p.m. 26802 N. 102nd Way, Scottsdale. 480-312-0990; scottsdaleaz.gov

June 3

THE BAYLOR PROJECT Jazz couple extraordinaire, Jean and Marcus Baylor, form a highly anticipated collaboration steeped in the heart and soul of jazz. $33.50–$38.50. Musical Instrument Museum, 4725 E. Mayo Blvd., Phoenix. 7 p.m. 480-4786000; mim.org

June 3

NATIONAL THEATRE LIVE: PETER PAN Captured live at the National Theatre, a recorded performance of this JM Barrie’s much-loved tale will be shown at the Phoenix Art Museum. $15–$18 in addition to general admission. 1625 N. Central Ave., Phoenix. 2 p.m. phxart.org

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June 7–9 L.O.V.E.

Scorpius Dance Theatre will present L.O.V.E, a series of short stories portraying the various types of relationships and stages of love that impact our lives. Told through dance, theatrics and live music, this unique production will take audiences on a journey of emotions while exploring one common theme: love is everything. Tickets start at $25. Metropolitan Arts Institute, 1700 N. 7th Ave. #100, Phoenix. 7:30 p.m. June 7–8; 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. June 9. 602-301-6066; scorpiusdance.com

June 3, 10, 17, 24 SUMMER CONCERT SERIES

June 8

Cool off and get down at the

SMOCA SUMMER OPENING CELEBRATION

McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park!

The Scottsdale Museum of

for all ages. Muddy Tot course for

Enjoy free concerts every Sunday

Contemporary Art will present

children 1–3; Mini Mud Course for

evening with a variety of local bands.

three exhibitions this summer

ages 4–6; Original Mud Obstacle

Everything from classic rock, retro

aimed at captivating and engaging

Course for ages 7–12; Extreme

80s and 90s, country and R&B

visitors of all ages. From a playful

Course for 13+. Mudville Town fun

featured. Bring a blanket or chair and

exhibition about animals with over

for kids 6 and under. Food vendors,

relax in the park. Food is available

130 artists, to a focused survey of

water slides, open play mud pits and

for purchase. Free. 7301 E. Indian

one artist’s dynamic installations,

more. Youth 17 and under free; $10

Bend Rd., Scottsdale. 7:30–9 p.m.

to an immersive experience that

adults 18+. Food bank donations

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incorporates light, sound and

accepted. Chaparral Park, 5401 N.

technology, there will be something

Hayden Rd., Scottsdale. 7 a.m.–noon.

for everyone. Free. 7374 E. Second

480-312-0205; scottsdaleaz.gov

St., Scottsdale. 7–9 p.m. 480-8744666; smoca.org

June 9

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MIGHTY MUD MANIA Get down and dirty! Muddy fun

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June 10

ARIZONA BRIDAL SHOW The biggest and best bridal show in the U.S. is right here in Phoenix! From finding the perfect venue and photographer to organizing your dream honeymoon, the Arizona Bridal Show’s got everything covered for your big day. See website for ticket prices and 2-for-1 deals. Phoenix Convention Center, 33 S. 3rd St., Phoenix. 9 a.m.–3 p.m. 844-252-1630; arizonabridalshow.com

June 9

SUPERHERO PROWL & PLAY AT THE PHOENIX ZOO

June 9, 16, 23, 30

June 12

It’s a bird! it’s a plane! It’s Superhero

ARIZONA AUTHORS SUMMERTIME STORYTELLING & CRAFT SATURDAYS

Prowl & Play! Get ready to unleash

Pueblo Grande Museum invites

Larry Roberts at the Desert Foothills

your superpowers for an epic night

families to enjoy hands-on children's

Library, where he will be performing

of character meet-and-greets, live

storytelling read by authors, and crafts

rock'n'roll hits of the 50s, including

music, games, crafts and wild water

each Saturday. These programs are

DooWop, Twist, and Rockabilly,

slides. $8–$10. Phoenix Zoo, 455 N.

perfect for children in pre-kindergarten

and learn about how the golden era

Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix. 5:30–8:30

through fourth grade. $5 includes

of rock'n'roll still influences music

p.m. 602-286-3800; phoenixzoo.org

craft, light snack, and museum

today. Free. Registration required.

admission. 4619 E. Washington St.,

38443 N. Schoolhouse Rd., Cave

Phoenix. 10 a.m.–noon. 602-262-

Creek. 2 p.m. 480-488-2286;

6011; phoenix.gov/parks

desertfoothillslibrary.org

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ROCK ’N’ ROLL WITH LARRY ROBERTS Join former Nashville recording artist

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June 13

PLEIN AIR PAINT OUT Head to Red Rock Country to have fun watching 17+ artists create at L'Auberge de Sedona. Trolley runs 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. continuously from the Sedona Arts Center to L'Auberge and back. At 11 a.m., brushes will be set down and paintings are brought to the Creek House lawn for judges to award prizes. Free. 301 Little Ln., Sedona. 8:30–11:30 a.m. lauberge.com ta k

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It’s the first installment of

Roll-out your picnic blanket at

Grab your shorts and tank tops for

Cartwright’s Cookouts! June’s

Desert Botanical Gardens and enjoy

21+ adult summer beach-themed

cookout will be Tacos & Brews with

the movie “Grease” on the big screen

Science With A Twist at the Arizona

Chef George Alatriste, Chef Tamara

beneath the desert night sky. Before

Science Center. Sip Sex on the Beach

Stanger, and Chef Kurtis Purdy,

the movie starts, watch JesterZ

cocktails, catch a laser show and

featuring Helio Basin Brewery and

Improv Comedy and participate

groove to the summer beats with

Pillsbury Wines with Sam Pillsbury.

in fun movie-related activities.

your friends. Special talk by CAP

$35. Cartwright’s Modern Cuisine,

Purchase a bite to eat and a yummy

Project at 7 p.m. Free for members;

6710 E. Cave Creek Rd., Cave

drink while you sit back and watch

$12 non-members. Children not

Creek. 6:30 p.m. 480-488-8031;

your favorite stars in an unbeatable

allowed. 600 E. Washington Ave.,

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outdoor garden setting. $10–$16.

Phoenix. 5–9 p.m. 602-716-2000;

1201 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix. 6:30

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TACOS & BREWS AT CARTWRIGHT’S

DESERT NIGHTS THEATER

p.m. 480-941-1225; dbg.org

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SCIENCE WITH A TWIST

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June 23

COWBOYS DON’T DO LUNCH BOOK LAUNCH PARTY In the 1980s, former Carefree resident Herb Cohen traversed the streets of Cave Creek with a camera and a smile, capturing the town at a time in history when cowboys got dirty and beatniks and bikers lived and worked side-by-side. “Cowboys Don’t Do Lunch: The Photographs of Herb Cohen” was created with much care by long-time Cave Creek resident and filmmaker/ producer Suzanne D. Johnson and renowned Arizona Highways photographer Jerry Sieve. Join the two for a launch party at Desert Foothills Library. Free. 38443 N. Schoolhouse Rd., Cave Creek. 4:3-–6 p.m. 480-488-2286; desertfoothillslibrary.org; gnosis.media

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June 21

June 21, 22

Join the Audubon Society for lively,

A dance production like you've

The Gallery at el Pedregal will host

entertaining presentations about

never seen before, "C(her)ish" takes

its monthly Art Party to celebrate

birds, wildlife and conservation in

a deep look into poverty, abuse and

the current installation before the

a happy-hour style environment.

sickness around the world, and a

new rotation appears June 22.

Featuring local craft beer and

look at what might change if we

Free. The Gallery at el Pedregal,

wine. Light snacks complimentary;

cherish and empower our young

34505 N. Scottsdale Rd., 2nd Floor,

free admission. 3131 S. Central Ave.,

girls to have ideas, knowledge,

Scottsdale. 1–4 p.m. 480-575-6658;

Phoenix. 5:30 –7:30 pm. 602-468-

power and a voice. $15 presale;

sonoranartsleague.org

6470; az.audubon.org

$20–$25. Virginia G. Piper Theater,

ART PARTY AT EL PEDREGAL

BIRDS’N’BEER

C(HER)ISH

7380 E. 2nd St., Scottsdale. 7 p.m. scottsdaleperformingarts.org

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June 23

MUSEUM YOGA Rooted Community Yoga Project hosts a guided yoga practice at the Heard Museum. All levels welcome. Learn about the museum, practice yoga and have fun! Registration is required. $10, includes museum admission. 2301 N. Central Ave., Phoenix. 9:30 a.m. 602-252-8840; heard.org

June 27

SEAFOOD FROM AROUND THE WORLD Join Cartwright’s as Chef Brett Vibber welcomes Chef Fidencio Alatriste for a night showcasing seafood dishes from around the world for this month’s Chef’s Collaboration Dinner. $65 dinner; $20 optional wine pairing (tax and gratuity not included). Cartwright’s Modern Cuisine, 6710 E. Cave Creek Rd., Cave Creek. 6:30 p.m. 480-488-8031; cartwrightsmoderncuisine.com

June 27

IT’S A WILD FULL MOON! Come to Southwest Wildlife to experience the howl of the wolves, the purr of a mountain lion, the rumble of a jaguar, and the huff of bears. Life is wild during full moon tours! Adults $30; Children $20. Reservations required. 27026 N. 156th St., Scottsdale. 7 p.m. 480471-3621; southwestwildlife.org

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STAYCATION DEALS AT HOTEL PALOMAR One of the best rooftop bars in the country and the hottest pool scene in town is giving summer travelers the ultimate getaway. Its 100 Days of Summer event series at LUSTRE Rooftop Bar includes poolside bands, nightlife events and more. From Memorial Day through Labor Day, rate start from $199/night with $25 daily dining credit at Blue Hound Kitchen & Cocktails and LUSTRE Rooftop Bar. hotelpalomar-phoenix.com

TAKE 6

June 28

FULL MOON HIKE

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Quincy Jones calls this dynamic a

Take a guided walk to Scottsdale’s

Spend your 4th of July in Sedona

cappella gospel, jazz, R&B, and pop

Grandview area as the moon rises.

at Wet Fest! Red rocks set the

group the “baddest vocal cats on the

This cool evening hike will include

backdrop for lunch and music,

planet.” Don’t miss this concert at

a starlight night and chance to be

a swimming pool, a slip-n-slide and

the MIM! $33.50–$48.50. 4725 E.

in Pinnacle Peak Park after hours.

waterslide fun. Free. Food available

Mayo Blvd., Phoenix. 6 p.m. and 8

Program duration is approximately

for purchase. Sedona Community

p.m. 480-478-6000; mim.org

one and a half hours and 1.5 mile

Pool, 570 Posse Ground Rd., Sedona.

of moderate hiking. No fee but

Noon–4 p.m.

registration is required. 8 p.m. 26802 N. 102nd Way, Scottsdale. 480-312-0990; scottsdaleaz.gov

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SUMMER ART CLASSES AT SAS

the art of organization

If you’ve ever wanted to try your hand at visual art, now is the time! Scottsdale Artists’ School is offering several series of workshops taught by professional artists on everything from painting roses, to drawing and everything in between. Available for artists of all skill levels. Check website for tuition and schedule. 480-990-1422; scottsdaleartsschool.org

FOOTHILLS CARING CORPS: VOLUNTEER AND MAKE A DIFFERENCE Each year, winter visitors answer the call for volunteers for Foothills Caring Corps’ critical programs, helping Northeast Valley elderly neighbors. When winter visitors leave for cooler summer climates however, the need for volunteers remains. Foothills Caring Corps needs additional recruits to fill the seasonal gap and to help with the community’s growing need for senior services. Van drivers and friendly visitors are most needed, but Foothills Caring Corps staff can help

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you find the perfect way to serve. Monthly orientations held on the second Thursday of each month. 9 to 11:30 a.m. 7275 E. Easy St., Carefree. 480-488-1105; services@ foothillscaringcorps.com; foothillscaringcorps.com

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FRANK LLOYD WRIGHT SUMMER CAMPS Combining creativity with academic relevance, the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation’s innovative Summer Art and Architecture Camps give students the opportunity to think and work outside the box. Full and half-day camps are offered to students in grades 2 through 12 throughout the summer. $250–$350 for five-day camps; Scholarships available. Taliesin West, 12621 N. Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd., Scottsdale. franklloydwright.org

TAKE A SPLASH IN CAREFREE

SUMMER FINE ART CAMP

STAYCATION AT ROYAL PALMS

Carefree Kiwanis Splash Park is

It’s not too late to sign up for Scottsdale

If you are an Arizona resident, enjoy

the place to cool off this summer!

Artists’ School weekly youth and

up to 25 percent off Royal Palms

Now open for its third season, it’s a

teen summer fine art camps! Youth

Resort and Spa’s summer staycation

great place to escape the heat while

Academy is for ages 6-14 and Teen

rates through Sept. 20. Receive 15

enjoying one of the most beautiful

Academy is for ages 14-18. Sessions

percent off the first two nights, and

towns in the West. Make it a day trip

are held throughout June and July in

25 percent off of three or more.

and visit unique boutique shops and

the school’s art studios, and are taught

Use booking code “AZRES” for

restaurants while in the area. Free.

by professional teaching artists. $240

one or two nights; “AZRES1” for

Located in Carefree Desert Gardens,

includes supplies. 3720 N. Marshall

three or more nights. Royal Summer

101 Easy St., Carefree. 9 a.m. to 7

Way, Scottsdale. scottsdaleartschool.org

Retreat deals with dining credit also

p.m. daily. visitcarefree.org

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NOTRE DAME PREP “IMAGINE” A HUGE SUCCESS More than 660 people filled the banquet hall at the Scottsdale Fairmont Princess Resort May 5 for the Notre Dame Preparatory Imagine Auction and Fashion Show, raising money for school improvements, scholarships and enhancements to Notre Dame Prep’s STEM, arts, clubs and athletic programs. It was also an opportunity to celebrate the accomplishments of the 2018 senior class, including four National Merit finalists, one National Merit Scholar, three National Hispanic Scholars, two state championships in boys’ lacrosse and cheer. This class performed 35,822 service hours locally and abroad over their four years of high school. 480-634-8234; ndpsaints.org

SCOTTSDALE ARTISTS’ SCHOOL HONORS MAXINE JOHNSTON Friends and artists from all over came to honor Maxine Johnston, one of the founders of Scottsdale Artists’ School (SAS), for the devotion and passion she has poured into the school, its staff and students for the last 35 years. In addition to Ms. Johnston being one of the founding directors of the school, she served as president of the board of trustees for three years, and has been a board member for 26 years. At the age 93, she still attends meetings and serves as board chair emeritus. Ms. Johnston has been an instructor at the school for over 20 years. She is a signature member of Oil Painters of America, a design affiliate of the American Society of Interior Designers, past president of the Scottsdale Artists League, and a member of Arizona Artists Guild. scottsdaleartschool.org

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Writer Shannon Severson Photography by Loralei Lazurek

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Her voice is clear, earnest and soulful, belying her young age. Sophia Marie Humbert, who performs under the name Sophia Marie, is a 15-year-old Anthem native who shocked family and friends with her spot-on rendition of Adele’s “Rolling in the Deep” at age 9. “Trent and I heard her sing it and just looked at each other, saying, ‘Wow!’,” says Sophia’s mother, Vernaliza Humbert “She sang it with her back to us because she was shy, but we could hardly believe how good she sounded.” She bought her first child-sized guitar with money she won on an Exacta—a winning prediction of first and second place—in the 2013 Kentucky Derby (her dad placed the bet) and her parents enrolled her in lessons from a local friend, Jenny Kelber, who taught Sophia to sing and play, paving the way for a stream of accolades and performances that have steadily grown. At age 10, she began playing the piano. “At the beginning, it was a challenge to sing and play an instrument at the same time,” says Sophia. “It takes a lot of practice.” Musicianship doesn’t run in the family, so Vernaliza and Trent Humbert set about learning as much as they could about the music industry in an effort to support Sophia’s dream in any way they could. Trent put together a biography packet for auditions and began researching performance opportunities. Establishing an Internet presence was a key part of the process, so both parents help manage her YouTube, Facebook and Instagram accounts. “It was an adjustment to put her out there,” says Trent. “But to be a musician, you have to be out there, and it has led to other opportunities. In public, as well, we pay close attention to make sure she’s safe.” Today, Sophia has over 1,300 followers on Instagram, and her YouTube channel has nearly 500 subscribers. “So far, everything has been really positive," said Vernaliza. "We’ve been lucky in that regard. We are involved, and we will stay involved. We want to support her dream in any way we can.”

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There are no tricks or auto-tuning in her posted videos, just Sophia’s pure voice, sometimes singing along with music on her phone and sometimes playing piano or guitar. She eschews any alteration of her voice for recordings or performances, preferring to be as real and unvarnished as possible. Even her professionally produced demo reel has no auto-tune, at her request. There’s no need for it, anyhow, as her natural talent is evident. “I want everything about my performances to be real,” says Sophia. “I don’t want to put out a single fake element. I want it to be as genuine as possible because that’s what I value.” The Humberts are always on the lookout for worthwhile opportunities, and she has made 100 live appearances in just the past year. With the time constraints of being a high school student, she has to make every appearance count in terms of time commitment and reaching the most people. They’re learning as they go, but say that “selling” their daughter’s talent really isn’t necessary. When people hear her sing, they’re already sold. Sophia’s most prominent local performance was at the 2017 Christmas tree lighting at the Outlets at Anthem. It happened to be the site of Sophia’s first ever concert, where she saw Taylor Swift perform on the same stage. Things came full circle when Sophia chose a Taylor Swift song to open the night before a crowd of 10,000 people. Other public performances include singing the National Anthem at Arizona Diamondbacks with 25,000 fans in attendance, and at an Arizona Coyotes games. This year, she looks forward to a repeat performance at Chase Stadium, and she will sing for the first time at a Phoenix Rising FC soccer game June 16. Competitions have also garnered Sophia attention and opportunities. She had the

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chance to perform for the 2017 Proof is in the Pudding Contest, a competition that grants winners opening act status at Alice Cooper’s Christmas Pudding fundraising concert each year. While she didn’t win, it was a fantastic experience and got her started on writing her own songs. She wants to do more of her own songwriting in the future and has a particular talent for musical composition. Chicks With Picks, a non-profit foundation established to support female musicians in Arizona, spotted Sophia’s talent after she auditioned at one of their open mic nights. She will perform for young patients at Phoenix Children’s Hospital July 13, and has an upcoming radio spot as a featured independent artist through the organization. She’s had other community support as well. Sophia received vocal scholarships in 2014, 2015 and 2016 from Carefree-based Upscale Singers. That first year, she was a featured performer in their annual Christmas concert. She auditioned for The Voice by invitation twice, and plans to audition for American Idol if it is picked up for another season. She missed the last round because she was two months shy of the age cutoff. “It’s intense, but it’s a good growing experience for her,” says Vernaliza, “Every time she auditions, it gets a bit easier. It is a good feeling to know she’s in the mix. She’s received great feedback.” Sophia maintains quite a rigorous schedule. As a sophomore at Boulder Creek High School with

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a 4.35 GPA, she participates in the award-winning honor choir, having performed at Carnegie Hall in 2017 and, this year, winning second place in the Burroughs Music Showcase competition in the Los Angeles area. She has a steady stream of live local gigs, including Saturday nights at TruBurger in Anthem, regular appearances at Janey’s Coffeehouse in Cave Creek, and alternating months at Elevate Coffee Company at the Shops at Norterra. For her live gigs, she usually serves as her own accompanist on the guitar or piano and doesn’t use recorded tracks. It’s part of the sincerity she values and that comes through in her performances, earning her a solid local following. Sophia wants to use her music to encourage and inspire in a manner similar to how she has been inspired by singers like Demi Lovato and Ariana Grande. At barely 5-feet tall, she relates to young people who have dealt with selfconsciousness about appearances or abilities.

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“From about third grade on, I’ve always dealt with insecurity about my size,” says Sophia. “When I see how musicians can empower people not to listen to negativity or self-doubt, I want to send the same positive messages with my music. I want to impact the world for the better.” facebook/sophiamariemusic Instagram: @sophiahumbert

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Valley trails are fantastic, but when the summer heat stops us in our tracks, sometimes the best option is to take a hike for a cooler trail. Whether youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re looking for a great workout or to simply to take in spectacular views while breathing in the outdoors, Sedona is the place to be. With temperatures, on average, 10 to 15 degrees cooler than Phoenix year-round, thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s nothing like beating the heat in one of the most beautiful places in the country. It may be only an hourâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s drive away, but Sedona can feel like an entirely different planet than anywhere else on Earth. Each year, according the U.S. Forest Service, about 3 million hikers, mountain bikers, bird watchers and sight seers visit the Red Rock Ranger District of the Coconino National Forest. Seemingly hundreds of trails criss-cross the breathtaking red rock terrain.

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1. Bring plenty of water. There is no potable water at trailheads. 2. Wear appropriate footwear, such as shoes or boots. Do not wear flip flops or sandals due to snakes, cactus and other potential hazards. 3. Hike early. Sunset in the desert hits quickly. Once the sun goes down, it can be very difficult to see the trail or potential hazards. 4. Pack it in, pack it out. Do not litter. 5. Do not build cairns (stacked rocks used to mark the trail). The Forest Service puts up cairns in special cages to mark trails. Additional cairns can be confusing for others. 6. Do not attempt to cross dry river beds during rains. Flash flooding occurs often in the desert. 7. Stay on designated trails. Desert soil and plants are fragile, and can take years to regrow. 8. Share your route. Be sure to tell someone where you will be hiking.

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An endless array of canyons and cliffs offer climbs, crevasses, hidden grasslands and gently rolling waterways to explore. About 1,400 plant species and 200 types of birds thrive here, along with antelope, black bears, mule deer, gray foxes and more. With so many hikes to choose from, the most difficult task is choosing one to begin. One shady hike perfect for beginners, or for anyone whose hiking boots are not yet broken in, is the Fay Canyon Trail. Named after rancher Alvin Fay, who founded one of the state’s first territorial counties in the 1860s, this 2.3-mile out-and-back trail is ideal for sunny days because of the unexpected shade provided by manzanitas and junipers. Flat and breezy, it runs along the red-dust canyon floor, framed by rocky outcrops. Along the way, if you look closely, you’ll be rewarded with a changing terrain—from yuccas and prickly pear, to an ancient-looking forest of alligator juniper, then to towering oaks at the end. Also at the end is a rock formation that provides an easy climb and an unbeatable view of the entire canyon. About halfway down the main trial is a short, steep side trail that leads to the Fay Canyon Arch. Marked by cairns, it can be tricky to find, but a treat once you do. This natural arch is a stunning natural wonder, spanning about 90 feet approximately 15 feet above the canyon floor. Alongside the arch is something much more contemporary: 20th century rock wall ruins. Though not as dynamic as many of the ruins hidden in area canyons, they still spark the imagination

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and mark something a little unusual for city dwellers. Beyond the arch is an old Jeep track trail that winds through a beautiful small, hidden canyon. The trail eventually narrows to a footpath before deadending at a red Supai sandstone cliff with much more ancient ruins. Like most of the trails in the Red Rock Ranger District, a Red Rock Pass is required to park at or near the trailhead. Fees collected from these passes go to preserve local natural resources, as well as toward recreation and visitors’ services. Passes are $5 for one day; $15 for one week; and $20–$40 for an annual pass, depending on the sites you choose to visit. Passes can be purchased at one of three easy-to-find Visitors’ Centers in Sedona. Of course, once you’ve escaped the heat, you may just want to stay. Be sure to spend time at Sedona’s signature art galleries, shops, and restaurants. You just may not want to leave until fall!

CHECK IT OUT! Each year, the Red Rock Ranger District of the Coconino National Forest waives fees associated with many sites and amenities. No Red Rock Passes are needed on these upcoming dates. FEE FREE DAYS June 9: National Get Outdoors Day July 4: Independence Day Free entrance to all Red Rock Pass fee program sites. Red Rock Ranger District 928-203-2900 fs.usda.gov j une 2018

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Writer Amanda Christmann // Photography courtesy of Goldenstein Gallery, Sedona

In life, as in art, nothing stands alone. Brilliantly colored galaxies are all part of a greater universe, and within each one are planets, moons and suns spinning in their orbits. From space, even our Earth appears as a dot, yet it is covered in oceans, land and atmosphere that can only be seen from a closer perspective. Even you and I are individuals within humanity, yet we can be broken down into organs, cells and atoms—and likely even smaller parts, of which neither of us is aware. Some would call this science, but Sherab “Shey” Khandro would call it art. For decades, Khandro has studied life through the lens of her heart’s eye, finding inspiration in the interconnectedness of all things, and a sense of spirituality in the fact that what we think we see is often not what we are seeing at all. Based in Sedona, Khandro is a painter, sculptor, speaker and writer whose words and art transcend eras and dogma. She

Padmasambava: The Lotus King Framed acrylic on board, 48”x 60” This complex painting took a full year to complete, and is the third in a three-part series depicting the three kayas, or three bodies, of the Buddha. It is full of symbolism, and remarkable in depth. “Whether it is understood or not, the blessing is there, potent, radiant and immeasurable, drawing forth the very best qualities of our hearts,” says Khandro.

spent years in formal training with Tibetan masters who were in exile in the U.S., becoming ordained as a Buddhist nun and asking herself the same fundamental questions about truth and purpose that her art now evokes. Today, standing 5’11” with her confident sense of fashion, intense eyes and easy smile, she looks every bit the part of the artist. In reality, however, she dances between the roles of muse and creator, asking us to question the ties that bind us to suffering and to recognize our own ability to design our lives through intention, gratitude and compassion. Khandro’s journey to Sedona began when she was commissioned to complete the Amitabha Enlightenment Stupa and Peace Park. She expresses herself through bronze sculpture and meaningful jewelry, but she is most known for her vivid and detailed pointillist works that range from brilliant buddhas to exquisite dragonflies. The mechanics of pointillism is a paradox of simple and complex: instead of combining colors on a palette to create the perfect shade, pointillists use dots of individual color to trick the eye into seeing what the mind believes are solid shades and patterns. Each piece is comprised of thousands of individual dots of color that, taken alone, are unremarkable. Taken together, art imitates life and each dot becomes part of a much more complex and beautiful image. Artistically, Khandro stands alone. Unlike other pointillist painters, including founders Georges Seurat and Paul Signac, the brushes she uses are much smaller, and her

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details more vivid. Each piece is the result of months of work, and it’s incomparable to anything else created today. Linda Goldenstein, who has represented Khandro’s work at Sedona’s Goldenstein Gallery for 18 years, is still moved by each new painting. “I find pointillism so fascinating as a technique because, in the art world, you hardly ever see it,” said Goldenstein. “It’s so rare. Shey stands apart from so many other artists. This is an artist who has been willing to take formal training from art masters for years and years, who is willing to go the distance to take time to create.” For Khandro, there is a spiritual element to pointillism that goes far beyond the mechanism. Each time her brush touches canvas, she leaves a tiny circle of color infused with a prayer for peace, compassion and love. Every depiction of iconic imagery is sprinkled with symbolism and mysticism, each radiating with very human benevolent energy. “A single dot on canvas is not big, but when there are many, the light comes out, the dark comes out, and we begin to appreciate the beautiful diversity that makes up everything around us. Life is like that—people are like that. We just need to take a closer look.” Khandro’s work is a mirror into our own lives, creating reflections that invite introspection. “Dots are representative of all the little acts we do throughout our lives that add up. I hope my painting speaks to the power of each moment, for us to use those moments to make a difference, and to recognize the impact each act can have in our lives—the power it has to change our own perspective and the perspectives of others.” Even at face value, Khandro’s work is inspiring. Her butterflies and dragonflies in flight evoke a connection with nature that doesn’t require self-reflection to appreciate.

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Her work is evocative, combining ancient wisdom with modern life and techniques, often in unexpected ways.

The butterfly is a symbol of transcendence and metamorphosis, as well as graceful but strong feminine energy. Khandro manages to combine that symbolism with their sentient natural beauty in her work. “Guided by Moonlight” incorporates the upward spiral used in many of her works, symbolic of sending prayers for compassion and peace into the world.

Her gorgeous bronze prayer wheels, one of which is 27 inches tall and mounted on a steel post in Sedona’s Goldenstein Gallery, contain over one billion blessings of compassion, captured on microfilm and hidden from view. With each spin of the wheel, it’s simple to imagine a flurry of kindness emanating from inside, like beautiful notes of silent music.

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Flame of Compassion Limited Edition Bronze Sculpture Ed 18 18" x 10" x 9" This beautiful piece is cast in bronze and adorned with a patina of brilliant reds and golds to hold the energy of compassion and wisdom. The flame at the center and the butterflies within inspire movement and is symbolic of lifting our figurative wings in transformation through intentional acts of compassion. “May each piece serve to remind us that the flame within each of us lifts us to our highest level of being.”

Nothing Khandro creates is accidental. “It’s meant to tell a story. It’s meant to hold an energy,” she says, her eyes wide with élan as she speaks. “My work talks about he importance of living life on purpose, of living life with an intention of bringing about benefit—of telling a story of the possibility of a world that’s ruled by passion and loving kindness.” Adds Goldenstein, “As beautiful and spiritual all of her work is, how heart-opening her work is, and how j une 2018

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May Your Dreams Have Wings Pendant, 3”x2” "The butterfly is a symbol of transformation complete, wings spread, in flight,” Khandro explains. A ring representing the unbroken connectedness between each of us encircles the butterfly, and the dot at the top serves as a reminder to be in the moment. The five lines below the butterfly symbolize the five elements and five directions, which support the birth and flight of our dreams.

meaningful the message is—and how meaningful the responses from people are—at the end of the day, these are extremely welldone pieces.

Lotus Blessings Pendant, 1”x1” A symbol of our blossoming consciousness Centered in the heart We pour forth with love. - Sherab Khandro This pendant was inspired by a guided meditation lead regularly by Shey Khandro, inviting us to envision the awakening of our own conscious in the form of a lotus.

“She’s really, really special,” Goldenstein says with sincerity built upon years of undeviating honesty. “This is why she’s so remarkable and why I’m so drawn to it. She takes pointillism to another level.” As Khandro creates among the beauty and fiery energy of the red rocks, that world feels possible, not only to her, but to those touched by her work. “When I am alone in my studio and I am totally focused on my center, on my heart, on that place of offering, on that wish to be of benefit, and I have the magic of my tools with me, whether it be my sculpting tools or my brushes and my paints, those moments are so incredibly precious. “I feel so incredibly alive and connected with a purpose that is so much greater than myself. I feel like there is something speaking through me, and I have the opportunity to be the vehicle for that. It is just profoundly nourishing and incredibly inspiring for me.” goldensteinart.com

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Writer Amanda Christmann Photography by Kelli Klymenko

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For the last century or so, technology has changed every aspect of our social landscape. The printing press allowed news and ideas to spread first to small groups, then to entire cities, and then across the country. Then came radio and television, magnifying that power, first bringing sound then images to those ideas. Since then, technology has boomed exponentially. Computers and smartphones now allow each of us to share ideas and images with people in the farthest reaches of the globe. In a word, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s all about communication, and as any parent with a

teenager can attest, next generations are all about constant technology-based communication. Until now, photography has been on its own projectile of advancement. From the daguerreotypes of the 1800s, to albumen prints and clunky glass negatives, early photographers may have had the most modern technology available, but photography was a rough gig. Even as recently as 20 years ago, many newspapers had not yet made the switch to digital photography. Times, how they have changed!

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Today, not only has photography nearly completely made the shift to digital (save for a few folks loyal to the smells and processes of the dark room), but the availability of decent-quality cameras on something most of us use every day—our phones— has turned millions into amateur photographers. Photographer Kelli Klymenko is marketing director at Sedona Arts Center, a Google-trusted photographer, and is the driving force behind Sedona PhotoFest, which will be returning in June 2019. His arsenal of cameras includes Canon's 5D Mark III, Mark II and 80D, and, of course, his iPhone.

Learn More iPhoneography Workshop June 23 9 a.m.–3 p.m. Sedona Arts Center 15 Art Barn Rd., Sedona $110 ($100 for members) kelliklymenko.com

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DID YOU KNOW? Pro Tips by Kelli Klymenko The simplest adjustment to make your iPhone pictures pop is to practice the rule of thirds. Place your subject slightly off center to compose more appealing images. Immerse yourself in the scene. Shooting low at the level of blooming flowers, for instance. Put your heart and soul into your photos. Share the experience from your perspective and you'll see incredible results!

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Pro Tips by Kelli Klymenko The simplest adjustment to make your iPhone pictures pop is to practice the rule of thirds. Place your subject slightly off center to compose more appealing images. Immerse yourself in the scene. Shooting low at the level of blooming flowers, for instance. Put your heart and soul into your photos. Share the experience from your perspective and you'll see incredible results! Take advantage of the panoramic feature built into your phone to capture sprawling, brilliant scenes.Â

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“The iPhone is incredible for getting the shot when I'm not carrying my gear with me, but it also can't do everything—yet,” Klymenko says. One day, however, it just may.

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Kelli Klymenko

About the Photographer Kelli Klymenko is an artist, storyteller, photographer, teacher, yogi, husband, father, science aficionado and free thinker—experiencing life in one of the most inspiring and picturesque places on Earth with his fabulous wife and children. Originally from the East Coast, Klymenko grew up in New Jersey and New York before moving to Sedona in 2004.

<< A MOST MEMORABLE SHOT “One of my most memorable shots was taken when I was filming for Red Rock Balloon Adventures. My last flight got me a shot to remember. I photographed the balloon's shadow on the red rocks while I was holding my Canon camera over my shoulder, still filming video. It was just another example of taking advantage of the camera in my pocket.”

“I always dreamed of moving out West,” he says. “I constantly was escaping into nature on hikes, adventures, and expeditions of my own creation— doing anything I could to immerse myself in the natural world around me.” Klymenko has always been an artist. “From drawing to painting to sculpting to graphic design to photography, I get my hands dirty as often as possible in my pursuit of sharing my creative passions. As life, work, and play became more challenging, I focused a lot more on my photography to express myself and share my view of the world. Naturally, iPhoneography was an obvious direction to pursue as I am always taking and sharing photos. “There's nothing easier than picking up my iPhone and getting a great shot, while still being able to be in the moment that I'm in.” kelliklymenko.com

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In the meantime, Klymenko has captured some beautiful imagery through the newest technique in photography, iPhoneography. Each photograph is taken and processed on an iPhone, often with apps and gadgets that make it fun and versatile. Images Arizona is happy to share some of his work and inspire you to see what you can do!

iPHONEOGRAPHY TECH TOOLS Ready to point and shoot? Klymenko recommends the following apps and extras to take your work up a notch: Enlight: photo editing program Olloclip: for fisheye photos and macro fun Bully Eye: lens that clips onto phone or iPad Pro 3-axis gimbal: for professional-looking video stabilization Commonly used apps: Instagram, Enlight, Hyperlapse, Cinemagraph, ProCamera

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It’s a Thursday night at Sedona’s swank Mariposa LatinInspired Grill, and the air is buzzing with gaiety. The sun is making a show of its exit stage left, and its glow across glass artwork elicits an almost visceral response among those of us fortunate to be in the moment. It has been over two years since I’ve been in this space. My first visit, not long after owner Lisa Dahl celebrated the grand opening of this magnum opus and ultimate tribute to her son, Justin, who lost his life while being a good Samaritan in 1995. In the short months since, Mariposa has already stepped into stardom in the red rocks—and for good reason.

framed by the restaurant’s walls of glass. The vista, the food, and the focus on the present moment: Mariposa catches the very essence of why people come to Sedona. Conversations in several different languages fill the air, and behind me a couple is extolling the excellence of the days’ Pescado Paradiso. After tapas of perfectly balanced corn empanadas with pineapple criolla, then fabulous Ecuadorianstyle Shrimp Ceviche with rock shrimp and house cocktail sauce savory enough to eat with a fork, I try the fish. They are right. It is wonderful. For owner Lisa Dahl, every bit of it is by design.

From its inception, every element of Mariposa has been intentionally and painstakingly conceived and executed. Fire, air, water and earth come together in profound yet simple ways inside and out. Bubbling outdoor fountains are flanked by ablaze metal sculptures, and round, twig-like chandeliers illuminate airy ceilings. Butterflies, symbolic of Dahl’s own metamorphosis, provide the establishment’s namesake as well as an element of whimsy to its beauty. There are few establishments developed as mindfully as Mariposa, but even its grandeur is secondary to the magnificent view of Mt. Wilson and the mystical Secret Mountain Wilderness

Dahl has carved out her niche, planting a firm foothold at the very top of Sedona’s burgeoning restaurant scene. The number of annual visitors to Arizona’s famed red rock country has tripled in the last decade, turning this once-sleepy town of 10,000 into a crowded hotspot for spirituality and commerce, and nearly every one of those visitors is eager to explore local cuisine as part of their journey. When her first restaurant, Dahl & DiLuca Ristorante Italiano, opened in 1995, it was a Sedona first; no other area restaurants offered its level of fine dining. Dahl came to Sedona to heal from her son’s death, but little did she know how much she had to offer. It became a rousing hit.

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Gusta i frutti della vita— Enjoy the fruits of life! Lisa Dahl

Her second endeavor, Cucina Rustica Rustic Tuscan Grill, gave diners an equally delicious yet entirely different option. Still refined, but more masculine with its heavy woods and rich colors, Cucina Rustica, too, quickly became an area favorite for those wanting something more upscale. Pisa Lisa, which opened in 2013, was the rambunctious little sister to the refined elegance of Dahl’s first two restaurants. That “little sister” has grown to quite the accomplished young lady, however; Dahl manages to take pizza—everyone’s American favorite—to an entirely new level with perfectly crisp, woodfired crusts, her homemade “mother sauce,” and fresh, fantastic toppings like spicy prawns, Nova Scotia smoked salmon, fiore di latte mozzarella and more.

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For many, owning and operating a single restaurant to the most minute of details, as Dahl is known for, would be exhausting. Not so for this tiny dynamo. In fact, as her empire of awardwinning dining destinations grows, she appears to become more confident. In fact, I can’t help but notice a new radiance in her eyes as we catch up over dinner. Mariposa Latin-Inspired Grill may be the latest in Dahl Restaurant Group’s Sedona unique restaurants, but it won’t be the last. In April, she made the announcement that she’s opening not one, but two more restaurants in the Village of Oak Creek in a new retail space, called Sedona Vista Village, being renovated from the old outlet mall that once thrived there. Her latest creations are ambitiously slated to open in fall 2018.

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The first, another Pisa Lisa, will offer the same popular wood-fired pizzas, tapas, paninis, hand-tossed salad and luscious desserts as its Sedona location a few miles away. The second, Butterfly Burger, she’s conceived as a "couture burger lounge.” The idea came from a 2016 Scottsdale Burger Battle victory in which her Gringo Burger took the People’s Choice Award. She will essentially be doing the same magic to burgers that she’s done to spice up her pizza. “I’ve watched burger concepts coming up and know I have a particular concept and methodology that’s original,” she explained. Of course, this comes as no surprise for anyone who has seen her self-taught culinary genius at work. As she speaks, she portrays the vision she’s so close to realizing. “I want to focus on quality sourcing of meats with emphasis on special sauces, and with equal emphasis on the vegetables and fabulous sides to go with those burgers and sauces.” Craft beers, bourbon and novelty shakes will also be on the menu. “I see it as a kind of fashion-y lounge. This is not the burger you stand in line to get as quickly as you can and get out,”— as if I or anyone else would expect anything different from Lisa Dahl. “I have a good feeling about it,” she continued, as she sat across from me beneath the lights at Mariposa. “Instead of doing it for emotional reasons, which is what this place really has been,” she said, encompassing the dining rooms with a sweep of her arm, “I want to build two more restaurants because it

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makes more sense. There is so much demand for great stuff in that area, yet there is so little of it.” Developers of Sedona Vista Village plan to anchor the retail center with the area’s first Westin hotel. The three-story, 120-room lodge will open the area to become a gateway to Sedona. Dahl’s restaurants will serve as cornerstones to the retail development. Located across from Cucina Rustica and an increasing number of galleries and shops, Sedona Vista Village will prime the Village of Oak Creek to absorb some of the overflow from Sedona’s busy tourist corridor. Dahl foresees the area becoming its own destination, and though time will tell, she could just be spot on. “The Village of Oak Creek is such a beautiful area. I feel secure pioneering a more casual element out there.” Like everything else she does, Dahl’s ideas are grandiose but firmly anchored in reality. She has embraced what would be overwhelming for most people and stepped into her own power to create not one, but several labors of love. “I feel especially honored in where I am now in what I’ve realized has been part of my responsibility to be a mentor to other women.” She takes a sip of her drink and adds with a smile, “It’s a whole new world, and I’m part of a revolution.” dahlrestaurantgroup.com

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For a franchise that only began in 1998, Arizona baseball fans have a long history of idolizing their stars. The Diamondbacks did plenty to earn adoration, bringing home the pennant in 2001, and players like Randy Johnson and Brandon Webb gave Chase Stadium fans plenty to revere, but today thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a new player whose career trajectory seems to be following the same arc as another much-loved player: Luis Gonzalez. Like Gonzo, David Peralta is at home in the outfield, but home plate at bat is where he really packs a punch. And, like Gonzo, who was born in Cuba, fans canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t get enough of the Latino powerhouse with a big grin and even bigger personality.

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For his part, Peralta, who signed with the Diamondbacks for the 2014 season, has plenty of love to give back.

them to watch the games. They came opening week this year, and it was great to have them here.”

“For me, the Diamondbacks are really special because they are the team that gave me the opportunity to show who I am,” he says as he sits casually just outside of the team clubhouse a few hours before a matchup against the Dodgers.

Diamondback fans likely can’t imagine Peralta anywhere but the outfield, but that hasn’t always been the case.

That opportunity nearly didn’t arrive, but don’t tell that to the 6’1” Venezuela native whose skill and determination are only surpassed by his belief in himself. For Peralta, it couldn’t have been any other way. After all, baseball is all he has ever known. “I kind of grew up on the baseball field,” he says, leaning back comfortably in his chair. “I started playing baseball when I was two or three years old. I don’t remember, but my dad told me that he always used to keep me busy with baseball. Their support has been what’s helped me to be where I am now.” Even 3,200 miles away, Peralta’s family continues to be his biggest fans. “They come up once a year to see me play. In Venezuela though, they’re three hours ahead so it’s difficult for

“In Venezuela, I loved to play outfield—left field,” he says. Scouts, however, had a different idea for the lefty. “They said, ‘For you to play in the big league, you’re going to have to be a pitcher.’” And so he took the mound for the St. Louis Cardinals as a 17-year-old southpaw with a fastball clocked in the low 90s. His future looked bright. Then came the injuries. Two shoulder surgeries in four years sidelined the young player. When he returned from his second rehab for spring training, he was dealt the devastating blow that the Cardinals had lost interest. At 21 years old, he was faced with a choice: work to become one of the most impressive comeback stories in the major leagues, or give up on the dream. Lucky for fans, he chose the former. The choice was made following a heart-to-heart talk with his dad. “My dad told me to give it a try as an outfielder because that’s what I understood to do,” he says. It wasn’t so simple.

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I’m always making sure to give it my 100 percent because I believe things happen for a reason. I play every day like it’s the last day of life. David Peralta As a pitcher, he was relatively burly at 225 pounds. To be an outfielder, he would have to transform his body into a faster, leaner version. He worked out twice a day—baseball in the morning and strength and fitness training at night— and tightened up his diet. It paid off; he emerged at a lithe 215 pounds of muscle.

Eventually, that girl would walk with him through thick and thin and eventually become his wife. David and Jordan Peralta married in 2015, and on his birthday last year, became parents to baby Sophia.

“I worked out. I worked hard every day,” he said.

Peralta's comeback would prove to be tough for the young couple. He was working hard to prove himself, but no one seemed to be taking notice—yet.

He was also playing another angle. In 2008, while in rehab following his second surgery in Jupiter, Florida, Peralta and his friend went into a local bar. There, he took a liking to a cute, bubbly blond college softball player. The only problem was that he did not speak English.

It was the independent North American Baseball League, formed in 2011, that kept his dream alive. The Rio Grande Valley WhiteWings signed him, but the catch was that he had to drive from his home in Stuart, Florida to Harlingen, Texas to play.

“My friend was kind of my translator,” he says. “We were all hanging out and I started thinking, ‘I like this girl. I have to start learning English or I’m going to lose her.’ This is how I learned English,” he says with a laugh. “She helped me a lot.”

With Jordan beginning a new teaching career and his own ambitions stalled, times were tough. He’d have to be creative to find gas money.

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Enter McDonald’s. Along the way, Peralta met a friend who was manager at the nearby golden arches. He asked him for a job, and his friend was happy to help. Peralta put on a completely different uniform and spent nights making French fries and working the drive-thru window. Like the rest of his efforts, Peralta’s work paid off. By the time the 2011 season began, he’d saved enough to make the trip. The pay was bad and the days were long, but it was that hint of a chance that kept him going. “I just kept telling myself I’ve got to give it everything I’ve got—100 percent,” he says. “I’m always making sure to give it my 100 percent because I believe things happen for a reason. I play every day like it’s the last day of life.” Peralta slept on an air mattress to make his paltry independent league salary stretch far enough to keep his phone turned on.

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I think my teammates are jealous about the hair. David Peralta

David Peralta Outfielder, Arizona Diamondbacks (2014–current) American: White Chocolate Chip Pancakes Venezuelan: Arepas Valencia, Venezuela

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DJ “FT” (DJ Freight Train) for his music selections on the road.

“It was just a hard time,” he says with his trademark smile. “Hard times, they make you grow up as a man and as a person. They make you be better.” Peralta’s face still fills with emotion when he talks about the break that eventually came. In May 2014, Peralta was playing for the D-backs’ Double-A affiliate in Mobile, Alabama. The team was staying in a motel on the road, and well after midnight, Peralta heard a knock at his door. Sleepily, he answered. On the other side of the door was team manager Andy Green with a grin as wide as the Grand Canyon. “The Diamondbacks bought your contract!” he said. Overcome with emotion, Peralta fell onto the floor in fetal position and wept. The rest, as they say, is history. At 30 years old, Peralta has hit a solid career batting average of .292. His OPS is .875 this year, and he recently struck his 50th home run despite being sidelined by a wrist injury suffered by a stray pitch in late April. Moreover, though, he’s breathing new life into the Arizona bleachers. Fans love him for his playful sense of humor and his tenacity; it doesn’t hurt that he’s one of the best hitters in the league. "It takes hard work and dedication, and if you do the right things, everything can come together," says the Freight Train, a name given to him by Diamondbacks broadcaster Steve Berthiaume. “Everything has changed a lot,” he adds. “I can’t believe I’m here, but this is what I’ve been working for.”

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The Carefree Cave Creek Chamber of Commerce honored the annual Celebration of Excellence Award recipients for 2017 to spotlight outstanding members of the chamber. This year’s ceremony took place at Venues Café in Carefree. Recognized this year, as nominated and voted upon by their peers, are Dr. Debbi Burdick, superintendent of the Cave Creek Unified School District; Jen Miles of Tech4Life; and the Sonoran Arts League. “The awards are given those individuals and businesses who provide outstanding camaraderie, fellowship, business excellence, and accomplishments to our community,” said Patty Villeneuve, president and CEO of the Carefree Cave Creek Chamber of Commerce. We asked each winner to tell us why he or she liked being a member of the Carefree Cave Creek Chamber of Commerce and what the award meant to them. Here’s what they said:

Dr. Debbi Burdick

CCUSD Superintendent Award: Impact Award “Being a chamber member provides not only camaraderie with our business community, but the opportunity to network and interact with them. I can share with them about our wonderful schools and they can share with me opportunities for students, as well as what they need the schools to be emphasizing for our future workforce. I am so grateful to our chamber for the scholarships they provide for our students who intern in our community businesses and the strong support of our public schools. Winning the Impact Award was truly humbling. I believe we all do what we can to impact our amazing community and many, many people in our towns make such a difference. To be chosen for something this significant was an honor. I feel lucky to be able to serve on such an impactful organization.”

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Pat Bell-Demers

The Sonoran Arts League Award: Business of the Year “Why do we like being a member of the chamber? One simple phrase: Community Connection! Being a member of our local Chamber of Commerce is a partnership with other businesses and community supporters, and it’s a true benefit to your business and your personal life. It's about gaining friends, associates and even advocates.

The public and local businesses are experiencing first-hand the vision of the Sonoran Arts League, which supports and serves our community by nurturing a culture of creativity. The hard work of our member volunteers and artists is recognized by this award, and our impact out in the community is great.”

Jen Miles

Tech4Life Award: Ambassador of the Year “Before becoming a member, I actually worked at the chamber for two years. Because I understood what the chamber is for small business, when I started my own business, joining the chamber was my first investment in my future. Without the chamber, I would not have been able to build my business and ultimately merge my business with Steve Woods at Tech4Life. I could not have done any of it without being involved with the chamber. Winning Ambassador of the Year was actually a total shock. We have such a great group of leaders in our community as ambassadors that I am so humbled to have won this award.”

Congratulations to this year’s Carefree Cave Creek Chamber of Commerce Celebration of Excellence Awards! Images Arizona thanks you for your continued contributions to our community and to our lives. carefreecavecreek.com

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WINE CELLAR DINNERS AT LON’S AT THE HERMOSA INN ARE A DELICIOUS WAY TO COOL OFF THIS SUMMER

The Hermosa Inn has been a cherished boutique hotel in Paradise Valley for decades. Its signature AAA Four Diamond restaurant, LON’s at the Hermosa Inn, is also part of the property’s luxurious appeal. What Arizona residents and visitors may not know is that LON’s has a way to enjoy a unique dining experience in its elegant wine cellar. Anybody wanting to escape the Valley’s typical dining scene can do so in a way that applauds the spirit and pluck of the original owner of Hermosa Inn, Lon Megargee. What is now a spacious wine cellar used to be a Prohibition-era escape route for Megargee’s rumored gambling gatherings when Hermosa Inn was his personal ranch. Tunnels dug from his main house led to horse stables, so that guests could make a quick getaway and ride off into the desert night if authorities materialized at the spacious ranch. Now, guests have use of the underground space that was fully excavated and renovated in the early 2000s when then-owners of the property, Fred and Jennifer Unger, had the vision to restore Hermosa Inn to its former cowboy glory. Vintage photographs of the tunnels were utilized in bringing the wine cellar to life. After much construction and toiling, the private wine cellar is now a popular and hidden destination where a constant 57-degree Fahrenheit temperature is a welcome respite. During most of the year, the wine cellar is only available for private parties. During summer, guests can dine on a prix fixe menu orchestrated by Executive Chef Jeremy Pacheco, who oversees the culinary program at Hermosa Inn, LON’s and the property’s watering hole and bar, LON’s Last Drop.

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Pacheco’s Arizona roots reach back nine generations. He graduated from Scottsdale Culinary Institute and previously worked as a chef at The Phoenician and for Wynn and Encore in Las Vegas. His farm-to-table focus is perfectly suited to Hermosa Inn and LON’s, where he first served as the executive chef in 2010 before working for a few years in Las Vegas. He has now been back at Hermosa Inn for almost three years. “We have new owners, so they’ve added some new space with the expanded bar at LON’s Last Drop. That was the first challenge,” says Pacheco, “This time was definitely an easier go-around knowing what I was walking into, and because I had done it for three-and-a-half years previously.” The chef returned to Hermosa Inn around the time latest owner, Ron Allred took over the property. Pacheco has rebuilt his management and chef team and has been thrilling guests with the culinary program ever since. Now through September 16, reservations can be made for groups of two or more to dine in the private wine cellar. The prix fixe dinner is available with our without a selection of LON’s award-winning wine selection. “Going into summer, it’s tricky because it slows down, but we want to keep it interesting for our guests,” Pacheco explains. “Taking the foods I know are coming into season, I choose what’s going to work for our summer clientele.” j une 2018

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The wine cellar dinner menu begins with a choice of three unique items: fresh squash blossom stuffed with crab, cucumber gazpacho, melon and lime olive oil; Abby Lee Farms heirloom tomatoes with Crow’s Dairy goat cheese curds, herb salad, noble croutons and a splash of balsamic; or smoked duroc pork belly with a corn cake and peach jam. Next, guests enjoy a ricotta gnudi with charred corn, smoked almond butter and parmesan, followed by a seasonal sorbet. Then, guests have a choice of entrée. The first main entrée choice is the Alaskan halibut with English pea puree, sugar snap peas, baby carrots, spring onions and Meyer lemon foam. The second choice is the pecan grilled filet mignon with creamed greens, a crisp potato cake, Nueske bacon and a red wine demi. The final entrée choice is the dry-

aged duroc pork chop with purple barley risotto, picked peach-chicharon salad and a Romesco sauce. “I didn’t want this to be a run-of-themill five-course meal,” says Pacheco. “I want people to come in and see what we’re all about, and not just come in for a choice of chicken or salmon.” Each entrée is thoughtfully prepared utilizing as many local ingredients as possible and in a way that also imparts the beauty of its ingredients. Finally, guests will revel in the decadence that is LON’s cowboy candy bar. The sinful creation that can only be enjoyed at Hermosa Inn includes Marcona almonds, spiced ganache, salted caramel and a caramelia ice cream. It is an unforgettable way to end a one-of-akind dining experience. Local farms and ingredient sources used at the property include McClendon’s Select Organic Farm, Hayden Flour Mills, Crow’s Dairy, Abby Lee Farms and Rovey Dairy. Lamb cheeses and other lamb products including delicious housemade lamb bacon come from the Glendale’s Rovey Dairy. “People really enjoy this rare opportunity to come have dinner in a room like this,” says Pacheco. “It’s a cool experience and it’s a bit secluded.” Wine cellar dinner reservations are available for Thursday through Sunday dining. The Summer in Paradise Getaway with special pricing at The Hermosa Inn is also available through September 30. hermosainn.com

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Crostatas (or gallettes, as some people call them) are a great alternative to pie, and much easier to throw together in a pinch! This is the perfect summer dessert, packed full of antioxidants. Thyme is optional, as it is a stronger flavor. If making pie dough isn’t your thing, a store-bought crust is a quick and easy alternative.

Blueberry Lemon Thyme Crostata Makes: 1 crostata Prep time: 1 hour Cook time: 20 minutes Pie dough: 1 cup all-purpose flour pinch of salt 3 tablespoons ice water

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Filling: 2 pints fresh blueberries 1 tablespoon flour 1 tablespoon corn starch 1 tablespoon sugar (more if you like it sweet) 1 tablespoon lemon zest 1 tablespoon lemon juice pinch of chopped thyme (careful—it can be overpowering!) decorating sugar (optional) Directions: Preheat oven to 450 degrees. In a food processor, combine flour, sugar and salt for pie dough and pulse a few times to combine. Add cubed, cold butter; gently and carefully cover with flour to prevent clumping. Pulse 15 to 20 times, just until dough comes together. Turn dough out onto a surface sprinkled with flour and form a disk. (Do not knead, or you will lose the flaky pie dough texture.) Wrap in plastic wrap and chill for about an hour. While you wait, combine blueberries, flour, corn starch and sugar, mixing gently with a spoon or your hands. Add zest, lemon juice, and a sprinkle of thyme. Gently stir, just until combined. Add a bit more sugar if desired. When dough has chilled, roll it out onto a lightly floured surface to about a 12-inch circle. Lay on baking sheet lined with parchment. Spoon filling into the center and gently fold the edges of the dough towards the center. It’s meant to look rustic, so don’t worry if it’s not perfect. Brush with an egg wash and sprinkle with decorating sugar (optional). Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until lightly browned and bubbling. kyndraclaire.com

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Lemon Rosemary Salmon Piccata A refreshing twist on classic chicken piccata brings this salmon to a whole new level of delicious. This sauce could easily be made for up to 4 fillets of salmon. Feel free to replace rosemary with parsley, if desired.

Makes: 2 fillets Ingredients: 2 salmon fillets 1 cup flour (for dredging) 2 tablespoons butter 2 tablespoons olive oil 4 garlic cloves, minced 1/3 cup white wine 1 cup chicken stock/broth 1 teaspoon cornstarch 3–4 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 3 tablespoons capers 1/2 cup heavy cream 2–4 tablespoons chopped rosemary lemon slices and rosemary for garnish Directions: Season both sides of salmon well with salt and pepper. In a shallow dish, add the flour. Dredge salmon and shake off excess. In a large skillet, melt butter and oil together over mediumhigh heat. Add salmon, skin side down, and sauté for 4 minutes on each side, or until the salmon is done to your liking. Transfer salmon to a plate and set aside. Add garlic to pan and sauté for about one minute. Add white wine and bring to a boil while scraping off the bits on the bottom of the pan. Add stock or broth, plus lemon juice and continue to cook. Combine cornstarch and 2 tablespoons of broth in a bowl and stir to dissolve any clumps. Pour mixture into the pan, stirring for about a minute or until thickened. Add cream and stir. Add capers and rosemary and return salmon to pan. Garnish with lemons, capers and herbs and enjoy! kyndraclaire.com

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