Arizona's Best Attractions & Activities for Artists

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• From primitive cave drawings left behind by early
  civilizations to the famous landscape paintings
  of artist Dale Nichols, the Southwest has long
  been an inspiration to mankind. Arizona is
  especially appealing to creatives, with many
  vibrant artists colonies spread across the
  state. Whether youre a sculptor looking for a
  new muse, or simply searching for pieces to add
  to your collection, stop by these popular
  attractions on your next visit to Arizona.

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• Arcosanti is an incomparable art compound located
  about an hour outside of Phoenix. The massive
  living museum was originally started in 1970 by
  visionary Paolo Soleri, but construction on the
  site continues to this day. Soleri designed
  Arcosanti to be a self-sustaining city, complete
  with mixed-use buildings for living and working.
  After you explore the bizarre city of Arcosanti,
  dont forget to pick up a famous wind bell from
  the gift shop.

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• Known as the home and photo studio of brothers
  Emery and Ellsworth Kolb, today the site is a
  historic museum offering resplendent views of the
  Grand Canyon. Located on the precipice of the
  South Rim, Kolb Studio exhibits the brothers
  historic photographs of life in the early
  twentieth century.
• After your visit, explore a whole new perspective
  of the area with a Grand Canyon tour from
  Papillon. South Rim airplane tours depart at
  Grand Canyon National Park Airport, less than ten
  miles south of Kolb Studio.

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• Once home to a thriving copper-mining industry,
  the town of Jerome fell on hard times during the
  Great Depression. It was considered a veritable
  ghost town until the 1960s brought new life to
  the area. Jerome is now known as a bohemian
  settlement and one of the weirdest towns in the
  West. On a walk through city streets, visitors
  can view ghost town relics, far-out craft
  studios, and folk art galleries.

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Tubac, Arizona was also on the brink of becoming
a ghost town in the late 1940s, until resident
and renowned landscape painter Dale Nichols
founded an art school in town. The institute
inspired other artists to settle in the area, and
Tubac was born again as an arts colony. Art is
still a major component of life in Tubac, and the
Tubac Center for the Arts is a great place to
explore what local pros have to offer. The center
provides exhibits for the whole family, including
work from area artists, film screenings, and
concerts.
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• Those who prefer the art of music will love the
  Musical Instrument Museum in Phoenix. The massive
  space features instruments from all over the
  world, with exhibits categorized by region.
  Visitors can also view instruments owned by their
  favorite musicians, including galleries dedicated
  to Johnny Cash, Elvis Presley, John Lennon, and
  more.

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• Sedonas red sandstone landscape is a vision to
  the many artists and craftsmen that call the town
  home. Almost every street has several galleries
  to discover, or you can develop your own skills
  with a workshop at the Sedona Arts Center.
  Another must-see is the Sedona Jazz on the Rocks
  Festival held each September.

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• If a trip to the Southwest has you feeling
  inspired, join the annual Art Unraveled event in
  Phoenix to learn valuable skills while making new
  friends. Running for a total of seven days, Art
  Unraveled has over 125 classes to choose from.
  Workshops include drawing, painting, jewelry
  making, collage, sculpture, and more.

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• Papillon is the world's oldest and largest aerial
  sightseeing company. We offer over forty unique
  and affordable excursions featuring spectacular
  views of the Grand Canyon, the Hoover Dam, Lake
  Mead, Monument Valley, and beyond.
• On your next trip to Arizona, experience Grand
  Canyon sightseeing like never before by visiting
  Papillon at www.papillon.com.

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