Visual Arts

Arizona’s biggest contemporary art show is back 🎨 The Arizona Biennial has officially taken over the Tucson Museum of Art with bold sculptures, dreamy fiber art, photography and desert-inspired creations from 31 artists across the state. It’s basically a love letter to the Southwest — in gallery form.

Bright colors, deep roots 🎨 Tucson artist Alejandra Montaño is turning family legacy into bold, culture-filled masterpieces. From mariachi vibes to Día de los Muertos inspiration, her paintings celebrate Mexican identity, memory and tradition — all created in the same Barrio Viejo studio she grew up in. For Montaño, art isn’t just creative… it’s personal.

Tattoo artist, Karolina Tumilowicz, is turning her love of whimsy, vintage finds and storytelling into deeply personal works of art.

This week’s $25 challenge heads to Warm Shape, where Tucson artists fill the shelves with mugs, prints, skincare and more — all budget-friendly and locally made.