phg 2016 media kit (2)

2016 MEDIA KITLuxury Audience | Longevity | Paid & Verified

15169 N. Scottsdale Rd., Ste. 310 | Scottsdale, AZ 85254 | (480) 664-3960 | phgmag.com

COMMENT

In our January issue, we celebrate our 35th Anniversary with a special focus on products Made in Arizona. We tell the stories behind hand-picked, regionally based goods, and turn the spotlight on the talented artists, designers and visionaries who create and market these world-class objects.

Building on our successful launch of this focus last year, our February edition features Leading Women. We profile influential women in design, fashion and the arts in our area, and share their viewpoints on myriad topics, including what they love about living in the Valley and what inspires them in work and life.

A perennial favorite, our March issue reveals the 2016 winners of the Phoenix Home & Garden Masters of the Southwest award. Top professionals in the Valley who have made lasting and significant contributions to the Southwest lifestyle are regaled inside this much-anticipated edition.

Ga rden & Outdoor Liv ing gets specia l attention in April. We share the latest trends in landscaping, pool and spa design, outdoor furnishings and lighting, while folding in simple, but special, fresh-air entertaining ideas, food and fun.

Our May issue zeroes in on Smart Homes. Technology makes our homes safer, and more convenient, connected and energy-efficient. It can also make our personal spaces more colorful, visually pleasing and unique. We look into the softer side of smart.

Celebrity Homes grace our June issue, adding a new category to our editorial mix. Super stars in sports, entertainment, the arts and media invite readers into their residences, which are as different and personal as the individuals and families who call them home.

A focus on Art in July shows how important and integrated visual beauty is to our lifestyle. Whether unique to the Valley or from the larger region, art in the home and in the garden encompasses a broad and diverse range of creative approaches, materials, scales and applications.

In August we focus on Color in the Southwest. Our climate, natural surroundings, light and culture impact the way we see, use and think of color. Certain hues are inherently at home in the desert; others are more difficult to employ. We help readers embrace color, both inside and out of their abodes.

Our Design Innovation theme in September reveals the 2016 ASID Design Excellence Awards winners in the residential categories; features sustainable architecture, interior design and landscapes; and shares creative advances of Southwest style.

While most of the rest of the country heads indoors for fall and winter gatherings, we enjoy Entertaining both inside and out. That is why this is such a timely focus for our October issue.

Our Dream Homes issue in November is a cornerstone of Phoenix Home & Garden. A favorite of readers and business partners alike, it and our accompanying Home Tour delights with breathtaking homes, gardens, pools and casitas from the Valley’s best design professionals.

Holiday Gatherings are central to December. With a wealth of inspiring food, fun and decorations, we offer personal stories sprinkled with just the right amount of seasonal cheer!

Karol DeWulf NickellEditor

Welcome to Phoenix Home & Garden and to our 35th year of bringing the best of Southwest living to our loyal, affluent, engaged and home-centric audience.

2 0 1 5

35 Y E A R S


DESIGN DIRECTION

Our style-forward audience keeps abreast with trends in home fashion via this well-read, hotly anticipated monthly feature.

28 PHGMAG.COM OCTOBER 2015

DESIGN DIRECTION

CLASSIC COOK’S CHOICE

Copper has long been loved by home cooks everywhere for its conductivity. When it’s hammered and combined with sleek shapes, the metal wins in the looks department, too. Stainless steel interiors and heat-radiating aluminum cores add more functionality. Ten-piece set is $599; open stock also available. (bedbathandbeyond.com)

UNIQUELY VINTAGE & COOL Copper-and-brass fire department hoses, one dated 1924 and the other 1965, will start conversations and inspire new accent arrangments wherever they’re used—perched on the mantle, mounted on a wall or placed on the floor. Each is 30"H and priced at $550. Available at The Embellished House in Scottsdale. (theembellishedhouse.com)

PLAYFUL COPPER MOSAICSBedazzled with touches of shiny copper, these natural stone tiles from Italy add instant shimmer and glamour to bathroom or kitchen walls. Available in 11.88"-square sheets, the black, white and copper trio costs $125 per sheet and can be used in any number of different configurations. Available at Cactus Stone & Tile in Scottsdale. (cactustile.com)

PUT A BOW ON ITNeed the perfect wedding or hostess gift? Look no further than this copper collection. Well-styled and reasonably priced, your choices include a copper-enhanced cutting and serving board, copper-handled cheese knives and a copper-bodied serving bowl. Prices range from $8 to $25 at Crate & Barrel in Scottsdale. (crateandbarrel.com)

JEWELRY QUALITY UP HIGHHandcrafted ceramic pendant lights individually brushed by artisans with precious metals, including copper, 24-karat gold and 22-karat platinum, can be hung separately or clustered together. By Italian designer Aldo Bernardi in glossy, matte and iridescent finishes. Dimensions vary. Prices range from $1,850 to $2,500. (carolollier.com)

027-029PHG1015DD_28.pgs 09.01.2015 15:20

OCTOBER 2015 PHGMAG.COM 29

027-029PHG1015DD_29.pgs 09.01.2015 15:20

IN EVERY ISSUE

OUTDOOR LIVING

We showcase examples of patios, backyards and landscapes that feature the innovative use of exterior materi-als, furnishings, plants and design.

We showcase examples of patios,

28 PHGMAG.COM JULY 2015

Setting Down RootsA couple from Texas finds the Sonoran Desert a perfect fitBY NANCY ERDMANN PHOTOGRAPHY BY LELAND GEBHARDT

LEFT: A Japanese-style garden tucked in

the narrow backyard becomes a destination spot. The Buddha statue was

placed on a pedestal to add height. In

the foreground, a potted totem pole

cactus provides a statuesque silhouette

in a sea of yellow-blooming damianita.BELOW: Originally located in the middle

of the entry courtyard, this concrete

fountain was moved closer to a wall

where its water wouldn’t splash on the

pavement. Landscape designer Susanna

Davis created an evergreen planting bed

as a verdant backdrop.

OUTDOOR LIVING

There’s a saying about Texas: It’s so dry the birds are building their nests out of barbed wire. While there

are times Arizonans would probably say

the same thing about their corner of the

Southwest, somehow the dry heat here

seems to be on the right side of tolerable

and the monsoon winds more predictable.

For Texans Jonathan Wheat and Chad

Woodland, Arizona was a breath of fresh

air, so when they had an opportunity to

move to Scottsdale, they jumped at the

chance. “I had visited several times, and I

was amazed at how beautiful the area was

with the desert and all the mountains,”

Chad recalls.The pair found a house in a secluded

gated community built into a canyon with

360-degree views of the mountains. Soon

after purchasing the home, they renovated

its interiors. “We married our Texas tra-

ditional style with the Scottsdale mod-

ern desert,” notes Jonathan, an interior

designer in Scottsdale.

028-031PHG0715WOOD_28.pgs 06.02.2015 12:01


Setting Down RootsA couple from Texas finds the Sonoran Desert a perfect fitBY NANCY EBY NANCY EBY

RDMANN PHOTOGRAPHY BY LEY LEY LAND GEBHARDT

OUTDOOR LIVING

There’s a saying about Texas: It’s so dry the birds are building their nests out of barbed wire. While there

are times Arizonans would probably say

the same thing about their corner of the

Southwest, somehow the dry heat here

seems to be on the right side of tolerable

and the monsoon winds more predictable.

For Texans Jonathan Wheat and Chad

Woodland, Arizona was a breath of fresh

air, so when they had an opportunity to

move to Scottsdale, they jumped at the

38 PHGMAG.COM SEPTEMBER 2015

OUTDOOR LIVING

Urban Development

Not everyone finds themselves living in an

older home when they move into a historic

neighborhood. Darrel Jackson and Jim

Lake got anything but when they purchased their

brand-new Tudor-style house in the Cheery Lynn

Historic District in Central Phoenix. “We were ini-

tially attracted to it because it had the ambience

and charm of an older home but the advantages of

newer construction,” says Darrel.

Originally beige and brown, the house got a fresh

look when the pair painted it a palo verde green

with purple trim, setting the stage for an updated

landscape. While Darrel and Jim had an overall

idea of what they were looking for, they agree that

Soothing hues, rusted metal and a

well-thought-out design redefine

a central-city garden

BY NANCY ERDMANN PHOTOGRAPHY BY MARK W. LIPCZYNSKI

038-042PHG

0915OL_38.

pgs 07.28

.2015 11:

28

TRUE SOUTHWEST

The magazine’s final page is a remind-er that sometimes it’s the little things that make living in Arizona so special.


TRUE SOUTHWEST

For many homeowners, one thing

encapsulates the perfect yard: a

lush, green lawn on which to play

and relax on hot summer nights. In the

scorching Southwest, verdant expanses

of grass are hard to come by, unless you’re

willing to endure high maintenance and

watering costs. And as much as we love

the natural desert landscape, sometimes

a little more than rocks, cacti and desert

f lora is desired, as was the case with the

owner of this North Scottsdale property.

Wanting a space where he and his wife

could practice their swings, and that fea-

tured a soft spot for their kids—and now

grandkids—to tumble, the homeowner

chose to install artificial turf in his back-

yard. The 2,300-square-foot lawn includes

a 950-square-foot putting green with six

holes, undulating mounds and a 10-by-

15-foot sand bunker. The green even fea-

tures a 10.5 Stimpmeter rating to match the

nearby Estancia Club, where the wife plays.

“When artificial grass first started

coming on the scene in Arizona, this

homeowner really believed in it,” says

Brad Rein, president of Phoenix-based

US Grass and Greens, which installed

the product at the home 14 years ago. Just

weeks ago, he and his crew updated the

grounds, replacing the old turf with a fresh

Bermuda-style faux lawn and adding

fringe around the putting green, a pathway

of flagstone pavers and a drainage system.

Today’s synthetic grass is softer and

more realistic than the shiny, hard plastic

turf of the past. Multicolored yarn (blades)

and brown-and-green thatch provide a

natural appearance, while its soft-to-the-

touch surface is perfect for those shoe-free

summer days. Even pets enjoy its cushiony

quality. (Artificial turf is used for dog runs

and outdoor spaces by shelters and rescue

groups throughout the Valley.)

In a sun-drenched environment where

everything gets hot, the new turf addresses

that concern with the advent of cool-fiber

technology, making it up to 20 percent

cooler than other products. Best of all, “It’s

always ready to use,” says the homeowner.

“I love the fact that my grandkids can go in

the backyard and have fun.”

See Sources.

No

Watering

Required

Artificial turf adds a

splash of green to a

desert backyard

BY REBECCA L. RHOADES

PHOTOGRAPHY BY MICHAEL WOODALL

136PHG0715

TSW_136.pg

s 06.02.2

015 10:06

or many homeowners, one thing

encapsulates the perfect yard: a

lush, green lawn on which to play

and relax on hot summer nights. In the

t, verdant expanses

of grass are hard to come by, unless you’re

willing to endure high maintenance and

as much as we love

landscape, sometimes

a little more than rocks, cacti and desert

f lora is desired, as was the case with the

owner of this North Scottsdale property.

Wanting a space where he and his wife

could practice their swings, and that fea-

tured a soft spot for their kids—and now

grandkids—to tumble, the homeowner

chose to install artificial turf in his back-

yard. The 2,300-square-foot lawn includes

a 950-square-foot putting green with six

holes, undulating mounds and a 10-by-

15-foot sand bunker. The green even fea-

tures a 10.5 Stimpmeter rating to match the

nearby Estancia Club, where the wife plays.

“When artificial grass first started

coming on the scene in Arizona, this

homeowner really believed in it,” says

Brad Rein, president of Phoenix-based

US Grass and Greens, which installed

the product at the home 14 years ago. Just

weeks ago, he and his crew updated the

grounds, replacing the old turf with a fresh

Bermuda-style faux lawn and adding

fringe around the putting green, a pathway

of flagstone pavers and a drainage system.

Today’s synthetic grass is softer and

more realistic than the shiny, hard plastic

turf of the past. Multicolored yarn (blades)

and brown-and-green thatch provide a

natural appearance, while its soft-to-the-

touch surface is perfect for those shoe-free



summer days. Even pets en

quality. (Artificial turf is used for dog runs

and outdoor spaces by shelters and rescue

groups throughout the Valley.)

In a sun-drenched environment where

everything gets hot, the new turf addresses

that concern with the advent of cool-fiber

technology, making it up to 20 percent

cooler than other products. Best of all, “It’s

always ready to use,” says the homeowner.

“I love the fact that my grandkids can go in

the backyard and have fun.”

See Sources.180 PHGMAG.COM SEPTEMBER 2015

TRUE SOUTHWEST

A good deal of artists push boundaries, but some push a bit further, whether through their subject matter or

with the materials they use. In his compel-

ling series “Conversations with History,”

photographer David Emitt Adams uses

a complicated process to expose images

of iconic desert landscapes onto the

rusted litter he collects there. “As long

as people have been in the American

West, they have found its barren landscape to

be ideal for dumping garbage,” says the Yuma-born

artist. “The objects I use for my photos are rem-

nants from people who have settled in the region or

trash left by those who were just passing through.”

To get the pictures onto their atypical canvases,

Adams employs a wet-plate collodion process

pioneered in the 1850s. Used during the Civil War,

this photography technique requires glass or metal

to be coated in collodion, followed by a dip in silver

nitrate—rendering it light sensitive. While the pre-

treated surface is still wet, Adams exposes it to the

light within his camera to capture the images.

Open Dialogue

The complex procedure results in sepia-toned

pictures that appear as though they’re from another

era. This antiquated quality, Adams notes, pays

homage to the scenes captured by famed early

photographers, such as Timothy O’Sullivan, who

showed the world the magnificent beauty of the

West through the art of landscape photography.

“I’m using this historic process to speak of contem-

porary issues,” says Adams.

See Sources.

A unique take on traditional tintypes reflects Arizona’s

ever-changing landscape

TOP: “Getting Along,” 12"H by 18"L by 14"WABOVE: “View of Highway from Picacho Peak,” 5"H by 11"L by 8"W

BY SHAWNDREA CORBIN PHOTOGRAPHY BY DAVID EMITT ADAMS

180PHG0915TSW_180.pgs 07.27.2015 10:56

As the trusted expert on design, fashion, entertainment and the arts for 35 years, Phoenix Home & Garden has led the conversation on

luxury living in the Southwest, serving as the leading source of ideas and inspiration for readers and the design community. With a total

monthly paid and verified average circulation of over 80,000 Phoenix Home & Garden reaches a total of 350,000 readers every month and

consistently leads newsstand sales among other national titles.


DESIGNER INSIGHTS

As the exclusive media partner of ASID Arizona North Chapter, Phoenix Home & Garden brings up-to-the-minute, relevant & useful decorating advice and insights to readers from the chapter’s president.


QHow do you balance

style and function in

kitchen design?

AIn a kitchen, style is

not as important as

the functional layout. The

work triangle, which is the

line between the sink, range

and refrigerator, needs to

be between 12 and 26 feet

in order for the kitchen to

be efficient and to reduce

user fatigue. Also, you

need to include at least

one countertop next to the

refrigerator and one on each

side of the cooktop for easy

prep, cooking and cleanup.

QWhat are some of your

favorite design ideas

for this important room?

AI’m having fun mixing

cabinetry; try a two-

tone approach where upper

cupboards are different than

the lower ones or the island

cabinets contrast with wall-

mounted cupboards. It puts a

personal spin on the room. I

also like to mix up materials

and finishes. For instance, use

the same wood, but place a

matte finish next to a glossy

one. Another favorite we did

was a waterfall island with

3-D travertine tile. It has

great impact because it can be

seen from the front door.

QHow can readers

update their kitchens

inexpensively?

ABy changing up the

backsplash with glass,

metal or stone mosaic tile.

That area is only 14 to 18

inches high, so not much tile

is needed. Or, they can just

do a 6-inch band for even

more savings. Another idea

is to add or change hardware

on cabinets. Just like putting

on earrings, adding jewelry

to your kitchen can dress it

up instantly. Do more with

less, and use hardware only on

upper cabinets, which are the

ones that everyone sees.

QWhat Southwest

design elements work

well in kitchens?

ARustic woods, such

as hickory and alder

with their natural knots,

bring in a Southwestern

flavor, as do wrought iron or

appliances with oil-rubbed

finishes. Adding red and/

or turquoise to the color

scheme or choosing regional-

favorite copper for hardware

or a range hood also works.

Hardware that incorporates

coral, turquoise or jasper is

another touch to consider.

See Sources.

DESIGNER INSIGHTS

Keys to a Great Kitchen

Our interview with ASID Arizona North Chapter

President Jewell Blair reaps smart, stylish ideas

DA

VID

B.

MO

OR

E

036PHG0915

DI_36.pgs

07.27.201

5 16:55

As the exclusive media partner of ASID

ause it can be

QHow can readers

update their kitchens

inexpensively?

ABy changing up the

backsplash with glass,

metal or stone mosaic tile.

That area is only 14 to 18

inches high, so not much tile

is needed. Or, they can just



do a 6-inch band f

more savings. Another idea

is to add or change hardware

on cabinets. Just like putting

on earrings, adding jewelry

to your kitchen can dress it



up instantl

less, and use hardware only on

upper cabinets, which are the

ones that everyone sees.

QWhat Southwest

design elements work

well in kitchens?

ARustic woods, such

as hickory and alder

with their natural knots,

bring in a Southwestern

flavor, as do wrought iron or

appliances with oil-rubbed

finishes. Adding red and/

or turquoise to the color

scheme or choosing regional-

favorite copper for hardware

or a range hood also works.

Hardware that incorporates

coral, turquoise or jasper is

another touch to consider.

See Sources.

NSIGHTS

Keys to a Great Kitchenrth Chapter

ylish ideas

DA

VID

B.

MO

OR

E

JIM

BA

RT

SC

H


Q What are some tips for making a home’s interior look fresh and cool?A Making subtle alterations is a great way to mark the change of

season. Adding new accents—candles, pillows, place mats, floral arrangements—

freshens an atmosphere. For a beachy feel, consider linen or denim slipcovers and pillows. Eliminating clutter, or such items as table runners and bulky throws, also helps lighten up a space.

Q Are there any easy ways to cool down outdoor spaces?A This can be tough in the desert. For shade cover, vented patio umbrellas are a good choice, especially during the monsoon season. The vented flap in the fabric allows wind (and heat) to escape without toppling the

umbrella. To cool patios, consider adding exterior solar shades, which can be easily rolled up or down. Durable outdoor curtains are another option, offering instant style while filtering the sun.

Q How do you dress a bed for cool sleeping?A Start with sheets and bedding made from natural fibers. They absorb and wick moisture better than synthetic fibers. High

thread-count sheets can feel heavy, so consider something more lightweight for summer. This is also a good time to switch out comforters with coverlets. For something even lighter, and for a more

finished look, use a duvet cover (without the comforter inside) as a bed cover.

Q What interior design tricks provide a mental retreat from hot temps?A Color and fabric are the top two. Summer hues

range from vibrant to the beautiful colors of fruits and vegetables. Choose accents for the home in the same fun colors in which you might dress. When it comes to fabrics, think light—light in

color and light in weight—anything that will give the illusion of lighter, brighter, cooler. Sheer curtains are a great example.

See Sources.

DESIGNER INSIGHTS

Keeping CoolWe interview ASID Arizona North Chapter President

Jewell Blair for her ideas on lightening up the home

032PHG0715DI_32.pgs 06.03.2015 09:18

IN EVERY ISSUE

AROUND TOWN

Local events and happenings occurring around the Valley. Listings include resort specials, gallery exhibitions, store open-ings, charity events, new locally designed products and more.


AROUND TOWN

CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: “Frida Kahlo,” by Guillermo Kahlo, 1932. � “Frida Kahlo,” by Lola Álvarez Bravo, ca. 1944. � “Frida painting the portrait of her father,” by Gisèle Freund, 1951. �

“Frida stomach down,” by Nickolas Muray, 1946. �

“Frida at the age of 5,” Anonymous, 1912.

BY SHAWNDREA CORBIN

CAPTURING FRIDA

Mexican artist Frida Kahlo, who is renowned for her haunting and emblematic style of art, used her paintings to capture the many facets of her passionate and tumultuous life. However, a recent discovery revealed another medium favored by the late artist: photography. Of the 6,500 images uncovered at her longtime home in Mexico City, 240 of the images have been specially selected for the exhibit “Frida Kahlo: Her Photos.” Showing at the Heard Museum from Oct. 31, to Feb. 8, 2016, pictures snapped by Frida and those closest to her offer a fresh, candid insight into the iconic painter’s world. (heard.org)

062-069PHG1015AT_62.pgs 09.01.2015 11:48


AROUND TOWN

IN FULL BLOOM

The online flower marketplace, BloomNation, now offers delivery services in the Greater Phoenix area. Described as the “Etsy of flowers,” the online platform works with more than 3,000 local florists throughout the U.S., cutting out the middleman to bring more business directly back to small shop owners while reducing markups. All images are of original designs uploaded by the participating florists. This allows businesses to offer unique bouquets filled with fresh seasonal blooms. The site also ensures that customers love their arrangements before they are sent, sending “BloomSnap” photos of flowers to be reviewed before delivery. “We offer 100 percent transparency between consumers and their local florists. They are able to compare reviews, prices and each florist’s unique style all in one place,” says co-founder David Daneshgar. “Most importantly, BloomNation gives local florists the freedom to sell their original creations and allows them to fall back in love with what they do.” (bloomnation.com)

IMPRESSIVE HORSEPOWER

The 5th Annual Bentley Scottsdale Polo Championships: Horses & Horsepower will be held Saturday, Oct. 24, at Westworld of Scottsdale. With festivities beginning at 10 a.m., this year’s event includes High Tea sponsored by The Phoenician, as well as a performance by the Phoenix Symphony Quartet during live polo action. The Aspen Valley Polo Club will be competing against the Clogau Wales Polo Team at 3 p.m. in the day’s signature match, while two earlier matches see Club Polo Cabo take on Polo Azteca, and San Diego Polo Club challenge The Arizona Polo Club.

Other happenings include the Larsen Live Art Auction, which is auctioning a rare Picasso print; a Canine Couture fash-ion show; the World’s Longest Catwalk fashion show produced by Phoeni x Fashion Week; and a sneak peek at a number of supercars destined for the 2016 Barrett-Jackson Collector Car Auction. Tickets, tables and tents are still available for purchase, and range in price from $17.50 for advance general admission to $355 for an all-access pass. (thepoloparty.com)

062-069PHG1015AT_64.pgs 09.01.2015 11:48

HOME GARDENER

With stories to tell and secrets to share, our home gardeners pass on their hard-learned lessons to help others maximize their outdoor living spaces.

BE

TH

KIN

GS

LE

Y H

AW

KIN

S


Wild for Wildlife

Diversity in a sustainable landscape

attracts birds, bees and more

BY CATHY CROMELL PHOTOGRAPHY BY ART HOLEMAN

Like many first-timers to Sedona,

Ariz., Terry and Jack Drucker con-

tracted “red rock fever” upon seeing

the area’s mesmerizing geological forma-

tions. Visiting the Grand Canyon State

from Los Angeles, they had planned to

simply enjoy lunch in Sedona before con-

tinuing on their way. “Instead, we crossed

the street to a real estate agent’s office,

and she drove us around to view houses,”

Terry recalls.

Ultimately, they purchased a home on

a half-acre lot covered with cinder rocks.

“It had a flat front yard and entrance that

I could navigate in my wheelchair,” says

Terry. Over time, the couple modified the

backyard slope for accessibility, incorpo-

rating a terraced wheelchair ramp that

leads from the patio to a planting area

with chair-height raised beds.

The Druckers are passionate wildlife

gardeners. Undeterred by their initial

lack of experience with local f lora, they

dug right in. “My job is to point; Jack’s

job is to pick up the shovel,” says Terry

with a laugh. The division of labor works

beautifully, and the couple’s verdant and

sustainable landscape is now designated a

Certified Wildlife Habitat by the National

Wildlife Federation.

Their yard whirs with activity. Hum-

mingbirds f lit through a spritzer shower

set near their favorite agastache plants;

lizards rustle beneath protective orna-

mental grasses to forage for insects; and

flowering shrubs are abuzz with bees gath-

ering pollen and nectar.

The pair created this lively environment

by including essential elements of wild-

life habitat: food, water, cover and space

to rear young. And they maintain all of it

without the use of herbicides or pesticides.

PROVIDE FOOD AND WATER

“In our Los Angeles garden, I noticed dif-

ferent bee species foraged on different

salvia species,” says Terry. “It taught me

the value of plant diversity, even in a small

area.” In Sedona, she translated that les-

son into numerous plant options that offer

something for everyone.

Lining the entry walk beneath the arches

of the home’s facade are tropical plants

that Jack grows and which are more toler-

ant of the covered space’s shady exposure.

The remainder of the front yard holds

native and desert-adapted plants, includ-

ing a collection of old man cacti, which are

covered with fluffy white hairs that pro-

tect plant tissue from sunburn.

HOME GARDENER

052-055PHG

0715HG_52.

pgs 06.02

.2015 11:

54

With stories to tell and secrets to share,

e passionate wildlife

deterred by their initial

with local f lora, they

ob is to point; Jack’s

the shovel,” says Terry

division of labor works

ple’s verdant and

is now designated a

at by the National

rs with activity. Hum-

h a spritzer shower

vorite agastache plants;

eneath protective orna-

forage for insects; and

uzz with bees gath-

is lively environment

ential elements of wild-

, water, cover and space

to rear young. And they maintain all of it

without the use of herbicides or pesticides.

PROVIDE FOOD AND WA WA W TERATERA

“In our Los Angeles garden, I noticed dif-

ferent bee species foraged on different

salvia species,” says Terry. “It taught me

the value of plant diversity, even in a small

area.” In Sedona, she translated that les-

son into numerous plant options that offer

something for everyone.

Lining the entry walk beneath the arches

of the home’s facade are tropical plants

that Jack grows and which are more toler-

ant of the covered space’s shady exposure.

The remainder of the front yard holds

native and desert-adapted plants, includ-

ing a collection of old man cacti, which are



covered with fluf

tect plant tissue from sunburn.


Arts and FlowersA talented couple creates a winsome

garden to delight the sensesBY CATHY CROMELL PHOTOGRAPHY BY ART HOLEMAN

HOME GARDENER

Successf u l ga rdeners pat ient ly embrace the concept that their ga rdens w i l l a l way s be works

in progress. Linda and Rich Larson’s

decades-long collaboration in their Mesa

landscape epitomizes this idea. They

thrive on designing, building, revamping,

planting, replanting, accessorizing and

tweaking just about every square inch of

their backyard to fill their personalized

space with fragrant blossoms and smile-

inducing art.

Rich and Linda Larson created a looping path

in their backyard that takes visitors past

several sitting areas and garden-art displays.

044-050PHG0915HG_44.pgs 07.28.2015 15:37

GALLERY ROW

Readers immerse themselves in the local art scene through this monthly roundup of gallery happenings, in-cluding featured exhibitions, opening receptions and artist demonstrations.


A Community-Curated Event,” through

Sept. 27; “Hidden Treasures: Western

Highlights From the University of Arizona Museum of Art,” through Dec. 6; “A Piece of the Enchanted Land:

Ceramic Creations From New Mexico

Pueblos,” through Jan. 3; and “Wish You

Were Here: Bill Green’s Wickenburg Postcards,” through May 31.

ETH

ERTO

N

G

A

LLERY—135 S. Sixth

Ave., Tucson, (520) 624-7370. “The Artists of the Citizens Warehouse,” through Sept. 5, features a selection of

paintings, sculpture, photography and

mixed-media works by 21 artists from

the Citizens Artist Collective.EVO

KE C

O

N

TEM

PO

RA

RY— 550 S. Guadalupe St., Santa Fe, (505) 995-9902. “Figurativo,” through Sept. 19, is a solo exhibition for Bernardo Torrens, a photorealist figurative painter from Spain.

G

A

LLERY A

N

D

REA—7019 E. Main St., Scottsdale, artandrea.com, (480) 481-2530. Paintings by Silvia Artemiza,

James Lumbers, and Andrea de kerpely-

Zak are on display, Sept. 1-30, along with sculpture by Andreas Schwab, and

Heidi Kujat.G

EO

RG

IA

O

’KEEFFE M

U

SEU

M—

217 Johnson St., Santa Fe, okeeffemuseum.org, (505) 946-1000.

“Georgia O’Keeffe: Line, Color, Composition,” through Sept. 13; “New

Photography Acquisitions,” through Sept. 13; and “From New York to New

Mexico: Masterworks of American Modernism From the Vilcek Foundation

Collection,” Sept. 25-Jan. 10.G

O

LD

EN

STEIN

G

A

LLERY— 70 Dry Creek Rd., Sedona, goldensteinart.com, (928) 204-1765. “My Favorite Muse,” Sept. 4-30, explores the power of inspiration one’s

inner muse has on the people and world

around us. Among the featured artists

are Sherab Khandro, Marilyn Bos, Adele

Seronde, Karyl Bennett, and David DeVary. An opening reception takes place from 5 to 8 p.m. Sept. 4.

G

REG

LA

W

SO

N

G

A

LLERIES— 2679 W. S.R. 89A, Sedona, (928) 202-0340. “The Southern Exposure,”

Sept. 4-Oct. 1, is an exhibition of photographs by Greg Lawson taken south of the equator, including the African, Australian and South American

continents, plus the Antarctic. Guests

can meet Lawson at a reception from

5 to 8 p.m. Sept. 4.H

EA

RD

M

U

SEU

M—2301 N. Central

Ave., Phoenix, heard.org, (602) 252-8848. “Time Exposures: Picturing a History of Isleta Pueblo in the 19th

Century,” through Sept. 27; “Loloma:

Expressions in Metal, Ink and Clay,” through Oct. 4; “Beautiful Games: American Indian Sport and Art,” through Nov. 29; and “The Houser/Haozous Family: Celebrating a Century,” through April 3.

H

O

LLA

N

D

G

A

LLERY O

F FIN

E

A

RT—34250 N. 60th St., Scottsdale, azfcf.org, (480) 488-1090. Arizona Art

Alliance hosts “Art in pARTnership,”

Sept. 26-Oct. 29. The show includes more than 70 pieces by dozens of artists, including paintings, drawings,

photography and mixed-media works.

I.D

.E.A

. M

U

SEU

M—150 W. Pepper Pl.,

Mesa, ideamuseum.com, (480) 644-2468. “Once Upon a Time,” through Sept. 13, focuses on travel, with different

types of storytelling illustrated through

artwork and activities. Admission is free on Sept. 6.

KO

LB STU

D

IO—Grand Canyon National Park, South Rim, grandcanyon.

org, (800) 858-2808. Artwork from the

Grand Canyon Celebration of Art is on

exhibit Sept. 19-Jan. 18, with an opening

reception from noon to 2 p.m. Sept. 20.

LA

N

N

IN

G

G

A

LLERY—Hozho Center,

431 S.R. 179, Sedona, (928) 282-6865.

“New Works by Homare Ikeda,” Sept. 4-13, showcases the artist’s

GALLERY ROW

CATCH OF THE DAYQ uarrying his own Arizona ice alabaster and Utah orange alabaster, Bear Romero

says the journey he takes with each stone

begins as soon as he lifts it from the earth.

“I don’t ever plan out what a piece is going

to be,” he explains. “Each rock has its own form, its own story; it’s better to just let it flow.” Romero creates numerous

bears, frequently holding an abalone shell “salmon”

in their mouth. Pictured is “Glacier Bear II,” Arizona

ice alabaster, 11"H x 16"W x 10"D. His works are

showcased in “Bear Romero: Animals in Stone,”

Sept. 4-13 at Turquoise Tortoise Gallery in Sedona.

A reception is planned from 5 to 8 p.m. Sept. 4. For more

information, call (928) 282-2262.

153-159PHG0915GA_156.pgs 07.30.2015 10:47


A Community-Curated Event,” through

Sept. 27; “Hidden Treasures: Western

Highlights From the University of Arizona Museum of Art,” through Dec. 6; “A Piece of the Enchanted Land:

Ceramic Creations From New Mexico

Pueblos,” through Jan. 3; and “Wish You

Were Here: Bill Green’s Wickenburg Postcards,” through May 31.

ETH

ERTO

N

G

A



LLERY

Ave., Tucson, (520) 624-7370. “The Artists of the Citizens Warehouse,” through Sept. 5, features a selection of

paintings, sculpture, photography and

re, photography and

re, photographmixed-media works by 21 artists from

the Citizens Artist Collective.EVO

KE

C

O

N

TEM

PO

RA

RY— RY— RY

550 S. Guadalupe St., Santa Fe, (505) 995-9902. “Figurativo,” through Sept. 19, is a solo exhibition for Bernardo Torrens, a photorealist figurative painter from Spain.

G

A

LLERY A

N

D

REA—7019 E. Main St., Scottsdale, artandrea.com, (480) 481-2530. Paintings by Silvia Artemiza,

James Lumbers, and Andrea de kerpely-

Zak are on display, Sept. 1-30, along with sculpture by Andreas Schwab, and

Heidi Kujat.G

EO

RG

IA

O

’KEEFFE M

U

SEU

M—

217 Johnson St., Santa Fe, okeeffemuseum.org, (505) 946-1000.

“Georgia O’Keeffe: Line, ColComposition,” through Sept. 13Photography Acquisitions,” throuSept. 13; and “From New YoMexico: Masterworks of American Modernism From the Vilcek FCollection,” Sept. 25-Jan. 10.

G

O

LD

EN

STEIN

G

A

70 Dry Creek Rd., Sedona, goldensteinart.com, (928) 204-“My Favorite Muse,” Sept. 4-30,explores the power of inspiratioinner muse has on the people andaround us. Among the featureare Sherab Khandro, Marilyn BSeronde, Karyl Bennett, andDeVary. An opening reception tplace from 5 to 8 p.m. Sept. 4.

G

REG

LA

W

A

W

A

SO

N

G

A

LLERIE

2679 W. S.R. 89A, Sedona, (928) 202-0340. “The Southern ExSept. 4-Oct. 1, is an exhibition photographs by Greg Lawson

photographs by Greg Lawson

photographs bysouth of the equator, including theAfrican, Australian and South Amecontinents, plus the Antarcticcan meet Lawson at a reception fro5 to 8 p.m. Sept. 4.H

EA

RD

M

U

SEU

M—2301 N. CeAve., Phoenix, heard.org, (602) 8848. “Time Exposures: PicturHistory of Isleta Pueblo in the 1

GALLERY ROW

CATCH OF THE DAYDAYDQ uarrying his own Arizona ice alabast

uarrying his own Arizona ice alabaster and Utah orange alabaster, Bear R

and Utah orange alabaster, Bear Romero







to be,” he explains. “Each rock has its

to be,” he explains. “Each rock has itsown form, its own story; it’s better to just let it flow.” Romero creates n

to just let it flow.” Romero creates numerous

to just let it flow.” Romero creates numerous

to just let it flow.” Romero creates nbears, frequently holding an abalone shell “sal

bears, frequently holding an abalone shell “salmon”

in their mouth. Pictured is “Glacier Bea

in their mouth. Pictured is “Glacier Bear II,” Arizona

ice alabaster, 11"H x 16"W x 10"D. His works are His works are

showcased in “Bear Romero: Animals i

showcased in “Bear Romero: Animals in Stone,”

Sept. 4-13 at Turquoise Tortoise Gallery in Sedona.

at Turquoise Tortoise Gallery in Sedona.

A reception is planned from 5 to 8 p.m.

A reception is planned from 5 to 8 p.m. Sept. 4. For more

information, call (928) 282-2262.

SEPTEMBER 2015 PHGMAG.COM 155

GALLERY ROW

A

RIZ

O

N

A

S

C

IE

N

C

E C

EN

TER—

600 E. Washington St., Phoenix, (602)

716-2000. “Grossology: The (Impolite)

Science of the Human Body,” through

Sept. 7, uses computer graphics and

creative displays as guests learn about

the good, the bad and the downright

ugly about runny noses, body odor

and more. The center also boasts more

than 300 hands-on exhibits in five

themed galleries, plus a state-of-the-art

planetarium and giant-screen theater.

A

RIZ

O

N

A

-S

O

N

O

RA

D

ESERT

M

U

SEU

M

—2021 N. Kinney Rd.,

Tucson, desertmuseum.org, (520) 883-

2702. “Vanishing Circles,” through

Sept. 13; and “Measuring the Fate of the

Amazon Rainforests,” Sept. 19-Oct. 25.

A

SU

A

RT M

U

SEU

M

—ASU Nelson

Fine Arts Center, 51 E. 10th St., Tempe,

PRETTY PATH

After thriving in the executive world for years, Lawrence Taylor

welcomes the change of pace that comes with painting lush,

vibrant gardens. He travels the world for inspiration and is especially

impressed with the gardens of Europe. Taylor frequently includes

intriguing paths and nostalgic buildings in his pieces. His collectors

say they “love to live with his work and like the feeling that they

could walk right into the painting.” Pictured is “Positive Steps,” oil

on canvas, 36"H x 32"W. Taylor’s works are on exhibit in “Cool It,”

which continues through Sept. 26 at Wilde Meyer Gallery in

Scottsdale. For more information, call (480) 945-2323.

COMPILED BY JUDY HARPER

asuartmuseum.asu.edu, (480) 965-2787.

“Yoshua Okón: Octopus,” through

Oct. 3; “Found(ing) Story: The Oliver

B. James Collection,” through Nov. 14;

“Statement Piece: Erik Gronborg and

Ehren Tool,” through Nov. 21; and

“Miguel Angel Rios: Landlocked,”

Sept. 12-Dec. 26.

C

A

RSTEN

S F

IN

E A

RT S

TU

D

IO

&

G

A

LLERY—7077 E. Main St.,

Scottsdale, cyndycarstens.com, (480)

946-3217. “A Retrospect,” Sept. 10-

Oct. 1, provides an overview of Cyndy

Carstens’ career, with works dating

from 1980, as well as new paintings and

drawings. Guests can meet the artist at

a reception from 7 to 9 p.m. Sept. 10.

C

H

A

N

D

LER C

EN

TER F

O

R T

H

E

A

RTS G

A

LLERY—250 N. Arizona

Ave., Chandler, (480) 782-2695.

“Women Making Faces—Portraits by

Arizona Women,” through Oct. 24; and

“Blow Up! An Exhibition of Inflatable

Art,” Sept. 4-Oct. 30.

C

O

LO

N

IA

L F

RO

N

TIE

RS—

244 S. Park Ave., Tucson,

colonialfrontiers.com, (520) 622-7400.

“Royal Weavings: 19th and 20th

Century Antique Shawls and Saris from

Gujarat, India,” Sept. 1-Nov. 30.

C

O

LO

RA

D

O

S

PRIN

G

S F

IN

E A

RTS

C

EN

TER—30 W. Dale St., Colorado

Springs, Colo., (719) 634-5581.

“Eloquent Objects: Georgia O’Keeffe

and Still-Life Art in New Mexico,”

through Sept. 13; “In the Garden

of the Gods,” through Oct. 25; and

“Contemporary Santos,” through

Dec. 31.

D

EN

VER A

RT M

U

SEU

M

—

100 W. 14th Ave. Pkwy., Denver,

denverartmuseum.org, (720) 865-5000.

“Fracture: Cubism and After,” through

Jan. 10; and “Glitterati: Portraits and

Jewelry From Colonial Latin America,”

through Nov. 27, 2016.

D

ESERT A

RTIS

A

N

S’ G

A

LLERY—

6536 E. Tanque Verde Rd., Tucson,

desertartisansgallery.com, (520) 722-

4412. “Sonoran Radiance,” through

Nov. 8, showcases works by Bonnie

Bedillion, Geri Bringman, Gretchen

Huff, Stan Mehan, Terry Slonaker,

Connie West, and Alexandria Winslow.

D

ESERT C

A

BA

LLERO

S W

ESTERN

M

U

SEU

M

—21 N. Frontier St.,

Wickenburg, westernmuseum.org,

(928) 684-2272. “West of Center:

153-159PHG

0915GA_155

.pgs 07.3

0.2015 10

:47

CALENDAR & EVENTS

A reader favorite, our monthly calen-dar provides a comprehensive list of the area’s hottest events, from culinary tastings and arts festivals, to Broadway plays and top-name entertainment.

SHAKING HIS BON-BON

A catalyst for bringing Latin pop to the forefront of the U.S.

music scene, Ricky Martin is “Livin’ La Vida Loca” with his

“One World Tour.” The Puerto Rican pop star is sure to sing such

hits as “She Bangs,” “La Bomba,” “Mr. Put It Down” and “Shake

Your Bon-Bon.” The concert begins at 8 p.m. Sept. 26 at Comerica

Theatre in Phoenix. For tickets, call (800) 745-3000.


SEPTEMBER CALENDAR

(602) 933-4483. Wear your craziest

carnival attire to this foodie fundraiser,

which features cocktail snow cones,

artisan cotton candy, a palm reader

and specialties from dozens of Valley

chefs and mixologists. Proceeds benefit

Phoenix Children’s Hospital.

N

IL

S L

O

FG

REN

—

SEPT. 1

2,

8 p.m., Talking Stick Resort, Scottsdale,

(480) 850-7734. The Rock and Roll Hall

of Fame inductee has released more than

20 albums and has played alongside

Bruce Springsteen as a member of the

E Street Band since 1984. A multi-

instrumentalist, Lofgren is slated to

perform a collection of his greatest hits,

including “Valentine,” “Black Books”

and “I Came to Dance.”

G

RA

N

D

C

A

N

YO

N

C

ELEBRATIO

N

O

F A

RT—

SEPT. 1

2-1

8, Grand

Canyon National Park, South Rim,

grandcanyon.org, (480) 277-0458.

Twenty-six artists from across the

nation gather as they seek to capture

the beauty of this timeless landscape

on canvas. The seventh-annual event

includes plein-air demonstrations and

a quick-draw competition. Artworks

remain on display and for sale through

Jan. 18 at Kolb Studio.

“RO

C

K

Y H

O

RRO

R P

IC

TU

RE

SH

O

W

”—

SEPT. 1

2 and 26,

10:30 p.m., AMC Deer Valley 30,

Phoenix, broadwayboundandgagged.

com. Let’s do the time warp—with

Broadway Bound and Gagged, a Rocky

Horror shadow cast.

EM

PTY B

O

W

LS—

SEPT. 1

3,

11 a.m.-2 p.m., Courthouse Plaza,

Prescott, (928) 771-0133. Participants

choose a handcrafted bowl created

by local artisans, then enjoy soup made

by local chefs. Proceeds benefit local

food banks.

SU

M

M

ER C

O

C

K

TA

IL

C

A

M

P—

SEPT. 1

3, 1-3 p.m., Clever Koi,

Phoenix, (602) 222-3474; and

SEPT. 2

7, 1-3 p.m., DeSoto Central

Market, Phoenix, (602) 680-7747.

PHOENIX magazine bids a fond

farewell to campers with its final

cocktail-crafting classes. Belly up to

the bar and grab a glass as host Craig

Outhier, editor of PHOENIX magazine,

mixes things up with Joshua James,

Sept. 13; and Jillian Jones, Sept. 27.

“SID

EW

AYS S

TO

RIE

S F

RO

M

W

AYSID

E S

C

H

O

O

L”

—

SEPT. 1

3-O

C

T. 1

8, Tempe Center

for the Arts, Tempe, childsplayaz.org,

(480) 350-2822. Life lessons come

flying from every angle in this

Childsplay production. Based on Louis

Sacher’s beloved children’s books, the

wacky play brings to life an elementary

school 30 stories high where strange

encounters and skewed adventures spark

imagination and laughter.

C

O

N

C

ERTS A

T M

IM

—

SEPT. 1

4-2

9,

Musical Instrument Museum Music

Theater, Phoenix, mim.org, (480) 478-

6000. This month’s concerts include

Carbon Leaf, Sept. 14; Marty Stuart and

the Fabulous Superlatives, Sept. 15; Lizz

Wright, Sept. 20; Doyle Bramhall II,

Sept. 22; and Lera Lynn, Sept. 29.

C

H

RIS

B

RO

W

N

—

SEPT. 1

5, 7 p.m.,

Talking Stick Resort Arena, Phoenix,

ticketmaster.com, (800) 745-3000.

The Grammy Award-winning singer

brings his “One Hell of a Nite” tour to

Phoenix, performing such hits as

“With You,” “Yeah 3x,” “Beautiful

People,” “No Air” and “Run It!” Kid

Ink, Omarion, Fetty Wap and Teyana

Taylor are special guests.

A

RT A

FTER W

O

RK—

SEPT. 1

6,

6-8:30 p.m., Tempe Center for the Arts,

137-153PHG

0915CAL_14

6.pgs 07.

30.2015 1

2:30

f the U.S.

Loca” with his

sure to sing such

hits as “She Bangs,” “La Bomba,” “Mr. Put It Down” and “Shake

Sept. 26 at Comerica

Sept. 26 at Comerica

Sept. 26

Theatre in Phoenix. For tickets, call (800) 745-3000.

ion of his greatest hits,

ine,” “Black Books”

and “I Came to Dance.”

RA

N

D

C

A

N

YO

N

C

ELEBRATIO

N

EPT. 1

2-1

8, Grand

Canyon National Park, South Rim,



grandcanyon.org, (

Twenty-six artists from across the

nation gather as they seek to capture

the beauty of this timeless landscape

on canvas. The seventh-annual event

includes plein-air demonstrations and

a quick-draw competition. Artworks

remain on display and for sale through

Jan. 18 at Kolb Studio.

“RO

C

K

Y H

O

RRO

R P

IC

TU

RE

SH

O

W

”—

SEPT. 1

2 and 26,

10:30 p.m., AMC Deer Valley 30,

Phoenix, broadwayboundandgagged.

com. Let’s do the time warp—with

Broadway Bound and Gagged, a Rocky

Horror shadow cast.

EM

PTY B

O

W

LS—

SEPT. 1

3,

11 a.m.-2 p.m., Courthouse Plaza,

Prescott, (928) 771-0133. Participants

choose a handcrafted bowl created

by local artisans, then enjoy soup made

by local chefs. Proceeds benefit local

food banks.

SU

M

M

ER C

O

C

K

TA

IL

C

A

M

P—

SEPT. 1

3, 1-3 p.m., Clever Koi,

Phoenix, (602) 222-3474; and

SEPT. 2

7, 1-3 p.m., DeSoto Central

Market, Phoenix, (602) 680-7747.

PHOENIX magazine bids a fo

PHOENIX magazine bids a fo

PHOENIX

nd

farewell to campers with its final

cocktail-crafting classes. Belly up to

the bar and grab a glass as host Craig

Outhier, editor of PHOENIX magazine,

PHOENIX magazine,

PHOENIX

mixes things up with Joshua James,

Sept. 13; and Jillian Jones, Sept. 27.

“SID

EW

AYS S

TO

RIE

S F

RO

M

W

AYSID

E

W

AYSID

E

W

SC

H

O

O

L”

—

SEPT. 1

3-O

C

T. 1

8, Tempe Center

for the Arts, Tempe, childsplayaz.org,

(480) 350-2822. Life lessons come

flying from every angle in this

Childsplay production. Based on Louis

Sacher’s beloved children’s books, the

wacky play brings to life an elementary

school 30 stories high where strange

encounters and skewed adventures spark

imagination and laughter.

C

O

N

C

ERTS A

T M

IM

—

SEPT. 1

4-2

9,

Musical Instrument Museum Music

Theater, Phoenix, mim.org, (480) 478-

6000. This month’s concerts include

Carbon Leaf, Sept. 14; Marty Stuart and

the Fabulous Superlatives, Sept. 15; Lizz

Wright, Sept. 20; Doyle Bramhall II,



Sept. 22; and Lera

C

H

RIS

B

RO

W

N

—

SEPT. 1

5, 7 p.m.,

Talking Stick Resort Arena, Phoenix,

ticketmaster.com, (800) 745-3000.

The Grammy Award-winning singer

brings his “One Hell of a Nite” tour to

Phoenix, performing such hits as

“With You,” “Yeah 3x,” “Beautiful

People,” “No Air” and “Run It!” Kid

Ink, Omarion, Fetty Wap and Teyana

Taylor are special guests.

A

RT A

FTER W

O

RK—

SEPT. 1

6,

6-8:30 p.m., Tempe Center for the Arts,138 PHGMAG.COM SEPTEMBER 2015

SEPTEMBER CALENDAR

variety of nocturnal animals and night-

blooming flowers.“G

RO

U

N

D

ED

”—

TH

RO

U

G

H

SEPT. 5, Herberger Theater Center, Phoenix, itheatreaz.org, (602) 252-8497.

This iTheatre Collaborative play follows

a gutsy fighter pilot whose unexpected

pregnancy ends her career in the sky. Flying has a whole new meaning as she is reassigned to operate remote-controlled drones in Afghanistan from

a windowless trailer in the desert near

Las Vegas. Hunting terrorists by day and tending to her family by night, the

pilot’s struggle to navigate her dual identities is her toughest mission yet.

“A

S YO

U

LIKE IT”—

TH

RO

U

G

H

SEPT. 6, Ethington Theatre, Grand Canyon University, Phoenix, gcu.edu,

(602) 639-8880. Escape into a world where love is turned upside down and

inside out. The production features Shakespeare’s most famous and often

quoted line, “All the world’s a stage, and

all the men and women merely players.”

G

RA

N

D

C

A

N

YO

N

M

U

SIC

FESTIVA

L—

TH

RO

U

G

H

SEPT. 12,

Shrine of the Ages, Grand Canyon National Park, South Rim, grandcanyonmusicfest.org, (928) 638-9215. This nationally renowned event

celebrates its 32nd season at the South

Rim of the Grand Canyon with concerts

that emphasize the broad diversity of

chamber music. Highlights include performances by the Bonfiglio Group,

Catalyst Quartet, Sweet Plantain and

Speltz Family Chamber Players.“42N

D

STREET”—

TH

RO

U

G

H

SEPT. 13, Spotlight Youth Theatre, Glendale, spotlightyouththeatre.org, (602) 843-8318. The glamour, spectacle

and fashion of 1930s Broadway comes

to Glendale as a chorus girl from a small town aspires to find love and success on the Great White Way. The

Tony Award-winning musical includes

such memorable songs as “We’re in the

Money,” “You’re Getting to Be a Habit

with Me,” “Lullaby of Broadway” and, of

course, “42nd Street.”“SO

U

TH

PA

C

IFIC

”—

TH

RO

U

G

H

SEPT. 19, Don Bluth Front Row Theatre, Scottsdale, (480) 314-0841. Set on a tropical island during World War II, this Broadway classic tells the

sweeping romantic story of two couples

and how their happiness is threatened

by the realities of war and by their own prejudices.“LEG

A

LLY BLO

N

D

E JR.”—

TH

RO

U

G

H

SEPT. 20, Desert Stages

Theatre, Scottsdale, desertstages.org,

JOA

N M

AR

CU

S

GOOD VS. WICKEDT he green-skinned Elphaba is now the heroine in “Wicked,” which

plays through Oct. 4 at ASU Gammage in Tempe. The high-flying musical remix of “The Wizard of Oz” tells the story of how two unlikely friends grow to become the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good Witch. For tickets or more information, visit asugammage.com, or call (480) 965-3434.

137-153PHG0915CAL_138.pgs 07.30.2015 12:27

SAVVY SHOPPPER

From innovations in lighting and home organization to the modern tabletop, this section serves to enlighten, so you can make informed purchases when outfitting your home.

26 PHGMAG.COM AUGUST 2015

“Colors for Your Every Mood,” describes the red wine tone as a

highly varietal shade. “Marsala makes for an elegant, grounded statement color on its own or a strong accent for many other colors,” she notes. “Because of its burnished undertones, it is highly compatible with amber, golden yellows,

Adding Color at HomeSelecting the perfect hue can bring vitality

to your home and life

BY SHAWNDREA CORBIN

SAVVY SHOPPER

After a couple of years of rather muted colors dominating home fashion, things are getting more

interesting. There are lots of new options when it comes to choosing color for inte-riors. From the color du jour to pops of vivid hues, colors set the tone for your home and your mood.

TREND SETTERS

Trending hues range from dark, rich tones to light, pale tints. Marsala, Pantone’s 2015 Color of the Year, for instance, is a bold neutral with a flair for the dramatic.

Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute and author of

Pantone’s Color of the Year—Marsala—plays an important role in this Paradise Valley home designed by Jo Taulbee-Flittie. The rich, naturally warm hue is seen in pillows, art and the rug topping the center-stage bench, adding interest and character to a classic, neutral Southwest setting.

KA

RE

N S

HE

LL

026-030PHG0815SS_26.pgs 06.30.2015 16:46

28 PHGMAG.COM AUGUST 2015

umber, greens like turquoise and teal, and vibrant blues.”

On the other end of the spectrum, Guilford Green, Benjamin Moore’s annual color pick, is a silvery hue that’s equally at home in cool modern spaces as it is in tra-ditional settings. Ellen O’Neill, creative director for Benjamin Moore, says the soft avocado tone connects nature with inte-rior spaces and pairs well with an abun-dance of more energetic color schemes.

Also noteworthy is a new collection of colors by Dunn-Edwards Paints called Back to the Ranch. Inspired by desert modern architecture and ranch-style

SAVVY SHOPPER

homes, the collection adds a Southwest touch to popular shades. Hues such as Taliesin Blue, High Noon and Santa Fe Sunrise take their cues from desert icons and the environment.

GETTING IT JUST RIGHT There are lots of ways to get good advice about choosing a unique color for your home. We asked Maria Killam, color expert and author, and Mary Meinz, Scottsdale-based interior designer and a 2015 Phoenix Home & Garden Masters of the Southwest award winner, for their insights on the subject.

LEFT: Cobalt blue has a cooling effect on rooms and is a favorite of Valley interior designers. Here, a rug in the royal color grounds a dining space overlooking the desert.

ABOVE: Hues from the Southwest are trending. These three new colors are from Dunn-Edwards Paints’ Back to the Ranch collection: High Noon, Santa Fe Sunset and Taliesin Blue.

Killam suggests introducing color into a neutral setting in small, medium and large graduations. “For example, small would be like a lamp, medium might be throw pillows, and large could be an area rug,” she explains. The technique makes the use of bolder colors look congruent and intentional, compared with, say, sev-eral bright cushions in an otherwise gray room, which “never looks quite right.”

The color expert also advises against picking a favorite color but instead rec-ommends finding ones that pair well with the rest of your home’s existing finishes, flooring, furniture and accessories.

AR

TH

OLE

MA

N

026-030PHG0815SS_28.pgs 06.30.2015 16:46

Phoenix Home & Garden leads the conversation on luxury living in the

Southwest.


2016 EDITORIAL CALENDAR

The Magazine of Southwest Living

Contemporary Southwest Style

SPECIAL EDITION 2015

Your Guide to more than

1,000Valley experts,

shops and services

2016 TOP DESIGN SOURCES

MONTH THEMEAD CLOSE

ONSALE

SPECIAL ADVERTISINGSECTIONS

35th Anniversary: Made in ArizonaJANUARY 11/16 12/24

Leading WomenFEBRUARY 1/2112/15

Masters of the SouthwestMARCH 2/181/15

Garden & Outdoor LivingAPRIL 3/242/15

Smart HomesMAY 4/213/15

Celebrity HomesJUNE 5/194/15

ArtJULY 6/235/16

ColorAUGUST 7/216/15

Design InnovationSEPTEMBER 8/187/15

EntertainingOCTOBER 9/228/15

Dream HomesNOVEMBER 10/209/15

Holiday Gatherings DECEMBER 11/1710/17

2 0 15

35 Y E A R S

2016 ANNUAL SPECIAL EDITION:

Contemporary Southwest Style

SPACE CLOSE: 4/18/16ON NEWSSTANDS: TBD

2017 Top Design Sources


Essential Elements

Essential Elements

Celebrating Women

Futuristic Finds

Architects & Builders

Architects & Builders

StyleMakersHoliday Gift Guide

StyleMakers

Everything With Water

Essential Elements

Essential Elements


E-NEWSLETTERS

SIGNATURE EVENTS

MEET THE MASTERS

GARDEN TOUR

HOME TOUR

INDUSTRY EVENTS

266,946 Website Visitors Over 1 year

PHGMAG.COM

WEBSITE

TOTAL SOCIAL REACH: 27,929

facebook.com/phoenixhomegarden

8,505 LIKES

@phxhomegarden

4,522 FOLLOWERS

ryoutube.com/

phgmag

10,741 VIEWS

pinterest.com/phxhomegarden

3,000+ FOLLOWERS

@phoenixhomeandgarden

1,161 FOLLOWERS

SOCIAL REACH

7,771 Average paid single copy sales79,210 Total average monthly paid &

verified circulation

342,310* Estimated monthly

total readership

PRINT MAGAZINE

A total of

21,988 opt-in subscribers

A total of 30,369 app launches since Oct. 2014

DIGITAL PUBLISHING

Phoenix Home & Garden magazine extends

beyond print and connects advertising partners

with its readers through numerous, dynamic muti-

media platforms. Whether you’re interested in

print, digital, web, events, social media or special

issues — Phoenix Home & Garden gives advertisers

the potential to reach 689,542 readers.

MULTI-MEDIA AT A GLANCE

Sources: AAM June 2015, subject to audit. The Insight Group, 2007. Experian, 2008. QuestionPro Survey, 2013 & 2015. QuestionPro Edit Survey 2014. Allora Media, 2013. *Audience based upon Phoenix Home & Garden magazine’s total circulation. Pass-along circulation based upon Circulation Verification Council.

NEW CONSTRUCTION MARKETPLACE

Be a part of this forum where industry professionals share information, contacts & more. Become a member at buildphoenix.com

Become a member


NEW AFFLUENTSAUDIENCE AT A GLANCE

SUBSCRIBER PROFILE

AVERAGE HOUSEHOLD INCOME:

$197,518

READER PROFILELike the homeowners we feature, our readers are invested in their homes and the Southwest Lifestyle. Their home is a reflection of their values, interests and life experiences. Most are not Arizona natives, but all have chosen the Southwest lifestyle because of its unique mix of natural beauty, cultural richness, American ease and authentic charm. They love Phoenix Home & Garden because it reminds them of how good life is here in the Valley.

PRINT CIRCULATION

REACH

$1.3MILLION

AVER AGENET WORTH:

342,310*ESTIMATED MONTHLY TOTAL READERSHIP

79,210Total Average Monthly

Paid & Verified Circulation

7,771Average Paid

Single-Copy Sales

84%female 16%

male

71% 77% marriedcollege degree

CORE AGE RANGE:

35-65 years old

81% have been a subscriber for3 YEARS OR MORE

21,988E-Newsletter Subscribers

266,946Website Visitors

Over 1 Year

16,880Social Media

Followers

342,310Estimated Monthly Total Readership



AFFLUENT READERSHIP& LUXURY LIFESTYLE

“96% Find ideas in Phoenix Home & Garden that they can use in their own home”

OUR READERS ARE LOYAL & ENGAGEDFind ideas in Phoenix Home & Garden that they can use in their own home .............. 96%Have shopped at a store not known about previously until they read about it in Phoenix Home & Garden ...................................... 73%Made a purchase at a store they had not known about ............................................ 90%Frequently or occasionally use the ads in Phoenix Home & Garden to make decisions about businesses to visit, items to shop for and services to use .................................. 80%Find our gardening information to be practical and useful in making gardening decisions .................................................. 92%Find interior decorating ideas in the magazine ................................................ 87%Spend an hour or more with each issue ................................................ 72%Agree with the statement, “I am willing to pay more for products that reflect my style and sense of design” ............................... 81%Use the Calendar of Events to plan monthly outings .............................................1 out of 2

LIFESTYLETravel Frequently ..................................... 79%Enjoy cooking .......................................... 89%Are interested in home entertaining ....... 75%Are a supporter of the arts ...................... 71%

Are active in charity and community organizations ........................................... 32%Are active gardeners ............................... 86%Exercise and are health conscious ........... 79%Frequently buy electronics ...................... 94%Have interest in home improvement ....... 97%Have an interest in fashion ...................... 88%Plan on taking a vacation within the next year ................................. 89%

HOME Plan on consulting a design professional .....................................1 out of 4Own a second home .......................1 out of 3Plan to spend more money on major home improvements and renovations in the next 12 months .............................................2 out of 5Have a home valued at $500,000+ ......... 35%Plan to re-landscape their yard ................ 48%Plan to redecorate a room in their home over the next two years ................................... 68%

Plan on remodeling their home within the next two years ......................................... 58% Kitchen ...................................... 20% Bathroom ................................... 23% Dining room ................................ 4% Bedrooms .................................... 8% Landscape ................................. 21% Patio .......................................... 17% Other ........................................... 7%

PHOENIX HOME & GARDEN SUBSCRIBERS ARE INTERESTED IN THE FOLLOWING TOPICS: Kitchen and Bath Remodeling ...................97%New furnishings introduced by manufacturers.............................................93%Types of stone use for countertops, flooring & more ...........................................................92%Outdoor kitchens .......................................86%DIY Gardening ...........................................82%



TESTIMONIALS

FROM OUR INDUSTRY PARTNERS

FROM OUR READERS

“The fact that [Phoenix Home & Garden] showcases what's unique about the southwest [is what I like]. Contemporary can be anyplace.

Victorian can be anyplace. But southwest architecture is only here in the southwest. I love that your magazine celebrates that...the art, the

architecture, the landscape...all of it.“

“My favorite magazine. I have given subscriptions to friends who don’t live in an environment anything like Arizona — they love it!“

Source: Reader Survey 2015

“”

The ads we place in Phoenix Home & Garden result in

calls and visits from potential clients not only in Arizona

but also from buyers across the U.S. and Canada. The

greatest measurable results for our high-end advertising

dollars have come from Phoenix Home & Garden.

– SHANNON ROSS, MANAGER/PRODUCT DESIGNER, HINKLEY’S CUSTOM LIGHTING

“”

You all at Phoenix Home & Garden have been so very good to me; I

deeply appreciate all that you do. We have had several new clients

pop up since the Home Tour. So much business has come to my

company from Phoenix Home & Garden that I don’t know how we

are going to manage it all. What a great problem to have...

– LINDA ROBINSON,LINDA ROBINSON DESIGN ASSOCIATES LLC

“”

From the enjoyment and learning I have personally experienced about

product, events, vendors, food and local buzz to the comments and business

I have secured from being published and/or advertising in this amazing

monthly magazine I recommend Phoenix Home & Garden to anyone

interested in knowing more about the Southwest, moving here, wishing they

were moving here or simply for great reading and photography concerning

what the Scottsdale and neighboring communities are about.

- MARY MEINZ, MARY MEINZ DESIGN

“[I get] so excited when I see [Phoenix Home & Garden] in my mailbox. I now

have a gorgeous backyard thanks to the ideas I have seen in PH&G!“

“Home Design is my business, my life as a Realtor and Home Stager, Phoenix

Home & Garden is a basic tool I use nearly every day. I show examples of

various styles of decorating to my clients who are purchasing a home with similar

floorplans or layouts.“


CIRCULATION & DISTRIBUTION

1. PHOENIX 2. Cosmopolitan 3. Phoenix Home & Garden4. AZ Highways5. Fine Cooking6. Real Simple7. Food Network8. In Style9. Oprah10. Men’s Health

PAID CIRCULATIONPhoenix Home & Garden magazine delivers the most sought-after magazine audience: active, engaged readers who month after month pay for a subscription or single copy at the newsstand. Smart marketers know that a publication that reaches vested consumers provides the best opportunity to maximize return on their advertising investment.

AUDITED PUBLICATIONPhoenix Home & Garden magazine voluntarily subjects its circulation figures to independent verification by the world’s premier auditing organization – the Alliance for Audited Media. Ask your account executive for a copy of our AAM Publisher’s Statement.

AMERICAN SOCIETY OFINTERIOR DESIGNERSPhoenix Home & Garden is the exclusive magazine media partner of the ASID Arizona North Chapter, and more than 600 members receive Phoenix Home & Garden monthly. These influential designers resource our publication for inspiring ideas and innovative products for their broad range of residential and commercial clients.

WE ALSO SELL AT:

Albertson’sA.J.’s Fine FoodsBasha’sBarnes & NobleCostcoCVSFry’s Fry’s MarketplaceFry’s ElectronicsHaggenLa Grande Orange

Natural GrocersSafewaySam’s ClubSky Harbor AirportSmart and FinalSproutsTargetWal-MartWalgreensWhole FoodsWinco

Banner HealthHillside Spot

On the VerandaSubscription and newsstand density map. Percentage of metro Phoenix subscribers by region, September 2015.

FIND PHOENIX HOME & GARDEN MAGAZINE IN CHECK-OUT POCKETS AT THE FOLLOWING RETAILERS:

Bell Rd

tS

ht7

BBBaasseeeelliinneeee RRdd

evvAts15

MMcDooweellll Rdd

eevA

ht 911

Sououthern Ave

Raay Rd

eevA

ht766

evAA

ht553

Thoomaas Rdd

Broror adwway Rd

VVaVaV n Burren St

eevA

ht955

CCamelbaack Rd

Indiann School Rd

Olive Ave

evAAvAvdr334

Nortrtr hern Ave

evA

ht77 tS

ht61

Shea Bllvdvd

dR

eladsttocS

dRtr eebbli

G

1ev

Ats9

Cav

eC

reek

Rd

dvlB

mmutaTaTa

Dysysys

artrtr

Rd

McKKelli

Gleendale AAve

Unioon Hills DDr

tS

hht422

Pim

aRR

d

ddRR

yyaasdnniL

Litcc

hfie

ldRR

dd

Guaaddaluupe RRd

evAlarttne

C

CChahandleer Blvdvd

dR

nnosboD

ddRl oohccc

Sa

mlAA

nLnottttto

C

evA

ht511

Caccttus Rd

ddRlaru

R

Queen CCre

eevA

hht577

Dobbins Rdd

Bucckeyyee Rdd

tS

ht21

tS

ht65Peoriiaa Avve

Lower BBuckeye Rd

dR

smmee

R

99thAAve

McC

lintoo

ckD

r

ttS

hhtt44

rD

aseeM

ywk

Paallertss

EE

Yuma RRd

dR

neeeuQQc

M

evAlli

MM

WWWWWWWWaaaaassssshhhhiinnnnnnggttttooooonn SSttttt

dRrrepoo

C

ddRR

surtiCC

Lincoln Dr

tS

ht46

Dynammite Blvdd

BBethany HHome RRdd

Fryryr e RRd

ttS

ddnn23

Pecos Rd

Lake

Plea

sant

Rd

Pinnacle Peaak Rd

rrD

yyyeelppaattS

eevA

ht744

McDonaldd Dr

DDunlapap AAveve

ttSS

hhhhhtt 69

Oak SSt

evA

htt701

Deer Valley RRd

Williamms Field Rd

Encantto Blvd

CCChapapapapaarraal Rdd

Happy Valley Rd

TThhuunndedederrbbirdrdr Rdd

dRR

eneryK

evAAlavira

S

evA

ddrrdrd all uB

eevvA

ht72

ddR

ecirPP

Greennwway Rd

Elliioot RRd

tS

ddn255

Beltline Rd

Lone Mountainn Rd

Estrella Dr

Deer Valley Dr

Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd

Apachhe Blvd

evAvAvdr38

dR

neddyyaHH

IInndian Beend Rd

Waarner Rd

BBearddsleyy Rd

Doubletree Raanch Rd

Osbborn RRdd

Indian Springs Rd

evA

ht7888

Sun Valley Pkwy

Wigwwam BBlvd

CCooral Gabbles Dr

VVVineyard Ave

Greeenway RRd

eevAttss13

Thommas Rd

evvAA

htt774

Thhuunderbirddrdr Rdd

OOak St

PPecos RRd

ttS

htt42

nnLnottttto

CC

GGrovers AAAvAvA e

OOsboboborrnn RRd

PPeoeoria Avve

Thunderbird RdThunderbird RdThunderbird Rd

Elliot Rdd

Cactuss Rd

eevA

ht99

evvA

ht 701

Deer Valleyyy Rd

Pinnacle Peak Rd

ttS

hhhttt84

eevA

ht 955

evAA

ht933

dR

neddyyaH

83rd

AvvAvAe

tSS

dn23

7thh

Avve

evAvAvdr38

evAA

ht993

TThunderrbirdrdr Rd

evAAts113

tSS

dn23

Brrooror adway RRd

Osboborn Rd

Grreenwayyy Rd

eevA

ht555

775th

Aveve

tS

dn233

evAtsss19

ttS

ht04

OOak SSt

Ocotilloo Rd

ElM

irraagge

Rd

Baasseline RRdd

evA

aanozzirA

40%

27%10%

23%Peoria/Surprise/

GlendaleScottsdale/

Paradise Valley

East ValleyAvondale/Goodyear2017 Top Design Sources


WHERE DOES PHOENIX HOME & GARDEN RANK AMONG NATIONAL MONTHLY TITLES?



AD SPECIFICATIONS

AD SIZES AVAILABLE:

TRIM (W X D) LIVE AREA BLEED

2 PAGE SPREAD* 16.75 x 10.875 16 x 10.125 17 x 11.125

FULL PAGE BLEED 8.375 x 10.875 7.625 x 10.125 8.625 x 11.125

FULL PAGE NON-BLEED 8.375 x 10.875 7.625 x 10.125 n/a

2/3 PAGE BLEED 5.062 x 10.875 4.312 x 10.125 5.312 x 11.125

2/3 PAGE NON-BLEED 4.75 x 9.75 4.75 x 9.75 n/a

1/2 PAGE HORZ. BLEED 8.375 x 5.375 7.625 x 4.625 8.625 x 5.625

1/2 PAGE HORZ. NON-BLEED 7.25 x 4.75 7.25 x 4.75 n/a

1/2 PAGE HORZ. SPREAD BLEED 16.75 x 5.375 16 x 4.625 17 x 5.625

1/3 PAGE VERTICAL BLEED 2.625 x 10.875 1.875 x 10.125 2.875 x 11.125

1/3 PAGE VERTICAL NON-BLEED 2.25 x 9.75 2.25 x 9.75 n/a

1/3 PAGE HORZ. 4.75 x 4.75 4.75 x 4.75 n/a

1/4 PAGE 3.5 x 4.875 3.5 x 4.875 n/a

1/6 PAGE VERTICAL NON-BLEED 2.25 x 4.75 2.25 x 4.75 n/a

* Two-Page spreads must be provided in single page format (two page files)

TO SUBMIT YOUR AD/CREATIVE:

1. Email your print, digital and web ad materials to your account executive.

2. If your file is too large to email, please upload your artwork to one of the following: Dropbox, Google Drive, a SkyDrive etc. and provide the link to your account executive.

If you have any questions, contact our advertising department at 480-664-3960 or [email protected]

ALL PRINT, DIGITAL, WEB & EBLAST MATERIALS DUE: The 15th of the month, 2 months prior to issue date

PRODUCTION CONTACTS:

CITIES WEST PUBLISHING

(480) 664-3960SCHEDULES, SPECIAL INSERTS

Director of Production ext: 143TECHNICAL QUESTIONS

Pre-Press Technician ext: 106

phg 2016 media kit (2)

Documents