Name: The Arts at Taliesin West: Urban Sketching with Duane Blossom
Start: 2027-03-13
End: 2027-03-13

Graduate by Hilton Tempe combines hometown history and Sun Devil traditions with creative interiors and college nostalgia. Located across the street from Arizona State University and the iconic Gammage Theater, we’re your perfect base for exploring Tempe. Enjoy Arizona-inspired guest rooms, an on-site restaurant, and our signature Graduate touches.

Graduate by Hilton Tempe

Celebrity Theatre is one of Phoenix’s most intriguing historic landmarks. In 1963, the round building was originally designed as a multi-purpose conference center which could be transformed into a concert venue during the winter months. The theatre opened on January 13th, 1964 with the musical “South Pacific” starring Betsy Palmer. In the years since, the theatre has hosted such stars as George Carlin, Joe Cocker, Carol Channing, Diana Ross, Billy Joel, Def Leppard, Bill Cosby, Duran Duran, Sammy Davis Jr., Smashing Pumpkins, Louis CK, Chris Rock, Lynyrd Skynyrd, David Bowie, B.B. King, Olivia Newton-John, Nat King Cole, Roger Daltrey, Don Rickles, Fleetwood Mac, Etta James and The Brian Setzer Orchestra among many other legendary performers. After extensive renovations, the Celebrity Theatre re-opened its doors under new ownership in December of 1995. For 50 years, the Historic facility has provided patrons with the ultimate in entertainment viewing featuring an extremely rare revolving stage and no seat is more than 70 feet away from the stage!

Celebrity Theatre

A Central Phoenix wine bar featuring a chef-driven menu in a snug space.

Kid Sister

Chula Seafood is a family owned + operated fresh fish market, restaurant and seafood wholesale purveyor. Fresh fish in the desert does exist. Stop by to check out our Fish Market featuring sushi-grade fish by the pound and smoked fish or Dine in with us for grilled oysters, fish tacos, sashimi platter, poke and more. Chula Seafood specializes in species from Southern California and Baja - with product also being flown in from around the world daily. The family boat, Chula, is a sustainable commercial swordfish boat located in Point Loma. With over 25 years in the commercial fishing industry, we have access to buying directly from the local fisherman and transporting the product in our own fleet of refrigerated vans across the desert. We are bringing fresh in 6 days a week to supply not only our own restaurants, but also local restaurants around the Valley. Chula Uptown is our location in Central Phoenix with a full bar and patio. Visit our original location in South Scottsdale or our newest location in Grayhawk - North Scottsdale. You can follow our culinary and fishing adventures on Instagram @chula\_seafood Thank you for supporting your local seafood company. The Chula Seafood Fish Fam

Chula Seafood Fresh Fish Market & Restaurant

Experience the recently transformed Hilton Phoenix Airport hotel, conveniently located 1.5 miles from Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport (PHX) with complimentary 24-hour airport transportation. Enjoy our recently renovated lobby with stylish finishes, grab some coffee from the new Brewed Awakenings coffee shop, or unwind in guest rooms redesigned with new furniture and decor for a relaxing stay. This Tempe hotel is ideal for the business traveler and offers Wi-Fi in each guest room; fees may apply. Enjoy the convenience of a complimentary business center, fitness center and parking. Upgrade to an executive level room for an array of extra perks, including Executive Lounge access, complimentary daily breakfast and a nightly cocktail reception with snacks and drinks.

Hilton Phoenix Airport

Good times and great fare. Relax in our casual, resort-style setting while you enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner with a Southwestern flair.

Rennick's at Hilton Phoenix Airport

Experience home away from home just a five-minute free shuttle ride from the Phoenix Airport, at the Courtyard Phoenix Airport. Take advantage of 330 days a year of sunshine at our outdoor pool and whirlpool. Relax in our spacious accommodations with coffee, tea and luxurious Marriott bedding. Business travelers will love the large, flexible workspace, well-lit desk and free high-speed Internet. The Courtyard hotel is also centrally located to be the home base for your vacation. Near Highways 10, 60, and 202, we are minutes from downtown Phoenix and downtown Tempe. Popular attractions like Chase Field, PHX Arena (formerly Talking Stick Resort Arena), Tempe's Mill Avenue and ASU. For a unique taste of the Southwest, dine in an authentic Phoenix restaurant. Hike, bike or ride horses at South Mountain Park.

Courtyard Phoenix Airport

Ballet Arizona is an innovative and provocative professional ballet company that creates, performs, and teaches classical and contemporary ballet. The company is dedicated to preserving and celebrating classical dance while creating and commissioning new innovative works. Performances are held in downtown Phoenix at Symphony Hall and the Orpheum Theatre. For more information on all upcoming shows, please visit our website or give us a call.

Ballet Arizona

It's time to go beyond. Follow trails that reveal mighty mountaintops. Wander among iconic landscapes beneath picture-perfect skies. Let the Sonoran Desert be your guide to limitless adventure.

Visit Phoenix Sports & Events 

Join artist Duane Blossom, and discover ways to use lines, shapes, and values to capture the images of the world around us. You will have the opportunity to sketch and hear some of the fascinating history of Taliesin West during this 3-hour, beginner-friendly workshop. All materials will be provided.

The Arts at Taliesin West: Urban Sketching with Duane Blossom

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