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AARP Arizona and the Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance (SAACA) partner to present a weekly arts video series showcasing Arizona's unique artistic communities. The arts and culture partnership will feature twelve videos focusing on Culinary Arts, Visual Arts, and Murals. The partnership represents a unique community collaboration to support local artists while opening up new ways for audiences to enjoy and support beloved Arizona artists.
The videos will be free to view online and will premiere weekly in October, November and December. To view all of the episodes in this series, you can visit the AARP Arizona Youtube Channel, and for upcoming events, visit the AARP Virtual Community Center. October - Through the Artist's Eyes
November - Southwestern Food Series
December - Sam and Sara Mural Project
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VIDEO PARTNERS
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THROUGH THE ARTIST'S EYES
Join AARP Arizona and the Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance as we enjoy an up-close weekly interview with Tucson artists from different disciplines with global influence. In this four-part series directed by Ink & Staples, you’ll meet an accomplished clay sculptor from Japan, a visual spice artist from South Africa, an up-and-coming painter from Mexico, and a puppeteer whose credits span from Hollywood to the Chicago Opera. Each week, we’ll learn about their creative process as they share the artistic ideas that motivate and inspire them. To view all of the episodes in this series, you can visit the AARP Arizona Youtube Channel, and for upcoming events, visit the AARP Virtual Community Center.
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Hiro Tashima
CLAY October 6, 2021 Originally born in Hiroshima, Japan, Hiro Tashima has made a name for himself in both the world of dirt-bike racing and art, thanks to his commitment to pushing the limit and not being afraid to fail. His sculptures are often humorous self-reflections that tie together multiple cultures, showing how art can truly speak through any barrier. Join us as we sit down with Hiro to learn about his work with David Bowie, his Hiroshima 75th Anniversary pieces and how he has adapted his teaching methods during the pandemic. |
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Amanda Margaretha
SPICE October 13, 2021 Today, we meet spice artist Amanda Margaretha. Amanda traveled the world as a teacher before discovering her true artistic calling — SPICES. Her intricate spice installations have been showcased from South Africa to the United Arab Emirates (UAE), gaining her the recognition of publications and galleries across the globe. Faced with the uncertain climate posed by COVID-19, Amanda began a new, inspiring installation — a spice maze. Sit down with us as we talk with Amanda on her growth as an artist through exploration and determination |
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Javi Valenzuela
LULU October 20, 2021 Artist Javi Valenzuela has always been proud and vocal about the true inspiration and motivation behind his paintings — his mother, LuLu. Moving from the border towns of Mexico to the Southwest United States, Javi's mother helped kindle his passion for art by encouraging him to draw actors and celebrities from her favorite magazines. His skills quickly grew from simple sketches to the extremely color infused brush strokes that have now become his signature style. We will sit down with Javi Valenzuela to discuss his late mother and how he infuses her memory into each and every painting. This series is produced in partnership with Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance and Ink & Staples. |
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Lisa Sturz
PUPPETS & STRINGS October 27, 2021 In today’s episode, we meet an accomplished puppeteer that now calls Tucson home, Lisa Sturz of Red Herring Puppets. George Lucas. Jim Henson. Lyric Opera of Chicago. They all have one thing in common - they've collaborated with today’s featured artist. Founder, Artistic Director, and Lead Puppeteer for Red Herring Puppets, Lisa has 40 years of experience in building, performing, and directing. We discuss her decades of experience working in Hollywood film and television. Let’s take a peak inside her puppet theater and studio in Tucson and learn about the art of crafting both puppets and stories woven from our imaginations and life experience. |
SOUTHWESTERN FOOD SERIES
Put on your aprons and join Tucson's Food Heroes, live, from the comfort of your own kitchen. AARP Arizona, SAACA, and Slow Food Southern Arizona are proud to present four virtual culinary classes featuring Tucson's top chefs. These hands-on classes will cover everything you need to know from ingredients to the first bite of an unforgettable meal taught by some of Tucson’s top chefs.
AARP is focused on the topic of “reclaiming your health” as the nation emerges from more than a year under the COVID-19 pandemic. You can go to aarp.org/healthyliving for tips, tools and resources that can help you reclaim your health. To view all of the episodes in this series, you can visit the AARP Arizona Youtube Channel, and for upcoming events, visit the AARP Virtual Community Center.
AARP is focused on the topic of “reclaiming your health” as the nation emerges from more than a year under the COVID-19 pandemic. You can go to aarp.org/healthyliving for tips, tools and resources that can help you reclaim your health. To view all of the episodes in this series, you can visit the AARP Arizona Youtube Channel, and for upcoming events, visit the AARP Virtual Community Center.
Chef Wendy Garcia | Jackfruit as an Alternative to Meat
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Chef Wendy Garcia from Tumerico
Jackfruit As An Alternative to Meat November 3, 2021 Chef Wendy Garcia shows us how to prepare Jackfruit as a meat alternative for tacos and carnitas. Jackfruit is used extensively in Indian and Caribbean dishes, in everything from ice cream to main dishes. The good news is that it is readily available, here in Tucson! Wendy Garcia grew up in Alamos, Sonora. She learned from her father and grandmother how to cook traditional Mexican food, with lots of meat. After moving to Tucson at the age of 17, Garcia started working in restaurants around Tucson, ranging from Taco Bell to Feast. After a decade of working late nights and multiple jobs, she decided to start her own business selling vegan tamales at farmers markets. That grew into Tumerico, an extremely popular and nationally recognized restaurant in the heart of Tucson. |
Chef Barry Infuso | Table Salsas
Chef Doug Levy | Comfort Foods – Smoked Tomato Soup and Grilled Raclette Cheese Sandwich
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Chef Doug Levy from Feast
Comfort Foods – Smoked Tomato Soup and Grilled Raclette Cheese Sandwich November 17, 2021 Doug Levy is one of Tucson’s more creative chefs and the monthly changing menu at Feast, which utilizes a bounty of fresh ingredients sourced from near and far, reflects his talents. The grilled cheese sandwich is always available in some form at his restaurant and is a perennial favorite. In this class, Levy presents his take on two classic comfort dishes - grilled cheese and tomato soup. But make no mistake, this will not be your average bowl of tomato soup and plate of grilled cheese! |
Chefs Kristine Jensen and Christopher Baldwin | Tamales
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Chefs Kristine Jensen and Christopher Baldwin from Gallery of Food Bodega
Tamales November 24, 2021 Join Chefs Kristine Jensen and Christopher Baldwin of Gallery of Food Bodega as they walk you through tamale making. A holiday tradition for many, tamales are a delicious year round treat rich in tradition in flavor. In this class, you'll learn how to make your own masa (don't worry, it's much easier than you think!) and a myriad of fillings fit for omnivores and vegetarians alike. These delicious treasure-wrapped corn husk jackets will be something enjoyed by family and friends year after year. |