Sedona AZ (August 25, 2015) – Michael Remus, previously Director of Special Education for the Deer Valley Unified School District and a nationally acclaimed authority in the field, has been named Director of Special Education for the Sedona Oak Creek Unified School District.
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By Ted Grussing… the folders with some of my favorite photos this afternoon … deleting images and reworking the ones I am keeping. At the time I took many of these photos ACR (Adobe Camera Raw) was primitive by today’s standards and much of the work that I did in Photoshop can now be done in ACR … this is also the same engine that powers Adobe Lightroom but with a much more elegant user interface in Lightroom plus the more efficient database method of storing and cataloging your photos. Unlikely that I will ever switch over to Lightroom because…
Jerome AZ (August 25, 2015) – Gallery 527 presents a new exhibition, “Heart Conversations,” abstract paintings by Julie Bernstein Engelmann, opening Sept. 5, from 5:00-8:00 PM. “The paintings are like personal stories, only just their distilled essence,” said gallery owner Donna Chesler. “Each one has a very specific feeling, distinct from the others, which is unusual in abstract art.” Engelmann begins with a seed idea from her journal, such as a dream that she wants to explore in visual form. She prepares a varied surface, then pours latex wall paint diluted to flow and mix at different speeds, giving an…
Sedona AZ (August 25, 2015) – The dictionary says that a mask is something worn to disguise or conceal a person’s identity. But that narrow definition doesn’t even come close to conveying what a mask might become in the hands of a master artist.
Sedona AZ (August 25, 2015) – The Sedona, Verde Valley Chapter of NAWBO will launch “Women, Wisdom & Wine” at 6 to 8 p.m. on Monday, September 14 with an event at Vino Di Sedona open to professional women from the Verde Valley.
… technically it should be empty talons as this Osprey rises from the water having missed the fish he dived in to get. I have some shots with him below the water except for the wing tips still above water but they are not as crisp as I would like and for that matter neither is this one. I used the 1D-X with the new 100/400 to get the shot. The Osprey was more than a hundred yards from me so actually I am pleased to get anything that is kinda good … and the lighting was flat … and…
Mexican Potter Magdalena Pedro Martinez, Rock-Blues-Soul Artist Lee Oskar, October 10-11Sedona AZ (August 24, 2015) – Held against the backdrop of Sedona’s breathtaking red rock vistas, the Sedona Arts Festival celebrates its 25th anniversary this fall. Attracting artists from New York to California, this renowned festival will showcase a diverse line up of 125 juried artists, including 14 previous Best of Show winners. Adding to the annual festivities will be the first-ever exhibit of metaphysical art and a special musical performance by world-renowned rock-blues-soul harmonica artist Lee Oskar. The Sedona Arts Festival is held on the campus of Sedona Red Rock…
By Red Rose Team MembersCottonwood AZ (August 22, 2015) – Red Rose Inspiration For Animals has just recently expanded – opening a second thrift store in Cottonwood call Red Rose Re-Tails Thrift. As the community knows, Red Rose first started their charitable efforts for animals by promoting quality art shows in West Sedona and then opened its boutique-thrift in the VOC…called Thriftique…just a year ago in July at 41 Bell Rock Plaza.
Announcing new Archaeological Site Protection Program and Plans for new Center by Ken Zoll, Executive Director of the Verde Valley Archaeology Center, and a Hopi from 2nd Mesa offering gratitude for protection of his ancestral heritage which is still part of the living Hopi ceremonial worldSedona AZ (August 22, 2015) – The U.S. Forest Service is responsible for the protection of the ancient sites in the forests–but with over 2,500 sites in the Sedona/Verde Valley, it is a task that is beyond the resources provided by Congress. In response to acts of vandalism and the anticipated increase in visitation, the VVAC has developed…
Clarkdale AZ (August 22, 2015) – The Yavapai College Film and Media Arts (FMA) program has three new instructors for the fall semester. The program is set to debut on the Verde Valley campus on Monday, August 24.“We are absolutely thrilled to have instructors with that special balance of education and professional experience,” said FMA director, Helen Stephenson. “Our instructors will provide students with critical insight into industry trends as they learn to adapt their hands-on technology training to real world production.” Stephenson is a certified YouTube instructor and will teach the Storytelling/Monetization class.
Sedona AZ (August 22, 2015) – Rabbi Alicia Magal and Council Member Angela LeFevre will hold the second in the “Coffee Talk” series, held the First Tuesday of the month, on September 1, from noon to 2 p.m.at Java Love Cafe, 2155 Hwy 89A, Suite 118, near the Harkins Plaza in West Sedona. This series was formed to encourage and enable members of the Sedona community to meet informally with Rabbi Magal, who serves the Jewish Community of Sedona and the Verde Valley, and with Angela LeFevre, who serves on the Sedona City Council.
Sedona AZ (August 22, 2015) – The dirt trail connecting Zane Grey Drive to West Sedona School and Posse Grounds Park has existed for decades. This important connector in Sedona’s urban trail system now has a new look. The Sedona-Oak Creek Unified School District granted the City of Sedona an easement along the route and the city funded the construction of a wide concrete multiuser path. The trail was straightened and the vegetation cut back resulting in a mud-free walkway in wet weather and improved visibility of walkway. This path provides a safe and convenient route for students going to school…
By Ted Grussing… when Ted & Sus were taking me back to the airport on Sunday afternoon a couple of weeks ago Rte 92 out of HMB was stop and stop at Hwy 1 so it seemed like a good decision to head north on coast Hwy 1 and avoid the congestion; we got a late start had the anticipated slow and go going through La Granada and instead of the normally open and fast moving traffic we found stop and once in a while go … it was not looking good for making the flight. Just before we got…
Sedona AZ (August 21, 2015) – “Meow. My name is Freya and I am a spayed, female Domestic Short Hair kitten who is 3 months old. I am a sweet and affectionate kitten who loves to play! If you want to meet me, please stop by the Humane Society of Sedona. I would love a new pet parent to love. Can you take me home?””Woof. My name is Alvita and I am excited to find a new home. Can you help? I am a 1 year old spayed female Australian Shepherd Mix. I am a dog who loves to play and…