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Tucson Gallery is Proud to Feature Five of Hearts – Think Fast by Suzanne Villella
Numerous species of hummingbirds make their home in Arizona. These tiny, colorful and speedy birds are fun to encounter in the back yard or in the wilderness and mesmerizing to watch. Enjoy them quickly before they zip away!
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Tucson Gallery is Proud to Feature Four of Hearts – Tank by Suzanne Villella
While destructive yet adorable, the javelina is a distant relative of the pig, called a peccaries. Most live in central and southern Arizona. They are social omnivores who live in groups called squadrons adore the prickly pear.
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Tucson Gallery is Proud to Feature Three of Hearts – Roadtrip by Suzanne Villella
Every once in a while, a good road trip can refresh the soul, especially in Arizona where one can explore the national and state parks and forests, and Arizona’s six major biomes: desert, grassland, chaparral, woodland, forest and tundra.
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Tucson Gallery is Proud to Feature Two of Hearts – Cinco De Mayo by Suzanna Villella
Cinco de Mayo is the celebration of Mexico defeating the French in the 1862 Battle of Puebla, securing Mexico and the United States from continued French invasion. This holiday is celebrated on May 5, symbolizing Mexico’s determination to defeat foreign aggression. Look closely to find Puebla on the map.
My name is Ralph Philabaum, my wife and I own Philabaum Professional Painting (P3), a small Commercial / Residential repainting company. Previously I was a Union Journeyman painter in Local 159 Las Vegas, NV. and Local 300 Seattle, WA., as well as working for Dunn-Edwards Paint for 20 years. P3 recently did the ticketbooth restoration and lobby paint at the Rialto theatre next door to The Tucson Gallery.
The Tucson Gallery Asked Each Artist The Same Questions To Get To Know Them Better
Where did you grow up?
Craycroft and 29th St. Tucson, Arizona
Tell us about your family
I have been Married for 44 years, my wife and I met cruising Speedway when we were 17. We have two Sons.
Do you have pets, if yes, tell us about them
Yes, I have 3 dogs. Fig, a Pit, Boxer, Lab mix, 50lbs. and the Alpha. Olive, not sure here, maybe a Rhodesian Ridgeback, Corgi mix. She is 90 lbs. with really short legs and afraid of everything. Cherri is the baby, weighing in at just over a hundred pounds, she is a Husky, Malamute mix and can look me in the eye when she stands on her back legs. I don’t know if you have ever owned a Husky, they are really hairy, we call her The Big Fluff. When she sheds, dog hair can be a condiment at our house. All are rescues...
When did you know that you would be an artist?
I guess when I painted a giant shark on my bedroom ceiling when I was 10 years old. I have drawn for as long as I can remember, did graphic art, like silkscreening, but I didn’t start painting until last year.
What is your favorite media to work with?
Mixed media, watercolor and ink so far.
What do you do when you’re not doing the voodoo that you do?
When I am not working or painting, I like to work in my garden, or on the never ending remodel of my home, but my favorite thing is going to Rocky Point, MX. , beach camping and snorkeling.
The summer heat blasts Arizona, leading to dips in the pool, exploring cooler elevations, bodies of water, and early morning canyon shadows throughout the state. Soon the monsoons and lightning will excitedly cool down and refresh the state.
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Tucson Gallery is Proud to Feature King of Clubs – King of the Course by Suzanne Villella
Arizona is a player’s paradise for all levels of golfer from beginners to the professionals. Over 370 courses rest in landscapes as diverse as the state, while offering challenges, stunning views, and often a regional wildlife visitor.
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Tucson Gallery is Proud to Feature Queen of Clubs – Queen of Big Skies by Suzanne Villella
Native American women have inspired the women’s rights movement. These women contribute in politics, public health, language and cultural preservation, traditional arts, education and family, supporting the nations and communities in Arizona.
