VISUAL ARTS
All events are free unless otherwise noted.
Openings
"Sonoran Scenery" — Desert Artisans' Gallery, 6536 E. Tanque Verde Road. The artwork of Sharon Bertrand, Nancy Cressler, Judith Probst, Dave Thekan, Dikki Van Helsland and Alexandria Winslow. May 8-Aug. 5. Reception: 5-7 p.m. May 11. 293-2698. desertartisansgallery.com.
Receptions
The Monarch — Tubac Center of the Arts, Nine Plaza Road, Tubac. Olivia Barrionuevo's installation, featuring artful butterflies and patrons in an evolving photographic project that opening reception patrons can become a part of. Patrons who wish to become a part of the photography must attend the opening reception. Through June 2. Reception: 5-8:30 p.m. May 4. 398-2371. tubacarts.org.
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She Blooms — Gallery Azul, 439 Sixth Ave. Michelle Monteleone. May 12-26. Reception: 6-9 p.m. May 5. 248-8737. artiststudiocoop.com.
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Mosaics 2-Using Broken Pottery and Ceramics — Upcycle Tucson, Inc., 924 W. Grant Road. Two day class. Ages 16 and up. 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. May 2 and 5. $59. 445-7694. upcycletucson.com.
Trunk Show Featuring Judith Probst — Desert Artisans' Gallery. Desert landscapes and creatures acrylic paintings. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. May 5. 722-4412. desertartisansgallery.com.
Woven and Wrapped Copper Wire Pendant — Blue Raven Art School, 720 E. Prince Road. Learn how to weave two simple patterns and form a bail for bead, how to ball wire and oxidize a copper wire. 1:30-4:30 p.m. May 10. $50. 623-1003. blueravenartschool.com.
"The Illustrated Chair" Silent Auction — Desert Artisans' Gallery. Bid on a collection of unique, hand-painted chairs. 5-7 p.m. May 11. 293-2698. desertartisansgallery.com.
