#AZCreatives: the local artists who inspire us

Through a mix of mediums, formats and perspectives local artists illuminate the unknown, color the previously black-and-white and add depth to our understanding of our surroundings, our lives, circumstances and more. Through our research process for the Thought provokers series we’ve come across so many works of art that have inspired us and we’d like to share some of those great examples of visual and performing arts, photography and other creative works with you below.

This morning adorable little butterfly. If you like this picture and want to see more, please Follow my page to follow my work and visit my site at www.clairebrownphotography.com – Phoenix Newborn and children photographer. www.clairebrownphotography.com #clairebrownphotography #newborn #phoenixchildphotographer #phoenixphotographer photographer #photography #babyphotographerphoenix #phoenixbabyphotographer #bestnewbornphotographer #phoenixbestnewbornphotographer #aznewbornphotographer #phoenixnewbornphotographer #scottsdale #scottsdalenewbornphotographer #glendalenewbornphotographer #baby #photography #newbornphotography #newborn #newbornphotographer #phoenix #infantphotography #phoenixphotography #photographerphoenix #glendalephotographer #scottsdalenewbornphotographer #phoenixmaternityphotographer #northphoenixphotographer #babyphotographer #azphotographer #az #aznewbornphotographer #aznewbornphotography #butterflybaby #butterfly #phoenix

A post shared by claire (@clairebrownphotos) on Jul 13, 2018 at 2:16pm PDT

First post sunset not exactly a creative stretch. Phone camera is junk/soft. Gee perfect for Instagram.

A post shared by Randall Bohl (@randallbohlphotography) on Dec 12, 2017 at 5:44pm PST

Desert engagement sessions are my favorite.

A post shared by Natalie Ryan Photography (@natalieryanphotoaz) on Aug 19, 2018 at 6:56am PDT

☀️Just as the four four walls close me within, My eyes are woken up with pure sunlight☀️ . . . Trying this again since Instagram be hatin!!! Also captioning all these photos with jams that we listened to on the way up the mountain!!!! 😊 . . ~☀️Model: @krystanicolee . #mountlemmonaz #mountlemmon #travelphotography #travel #adventure #adventureisoutthere #summertimesun #summermood #summer #summerday #forest #nature #naturelovers #naturelovers #exploring #bohostyle #bohofashion #boho #freepeople #freepeoplestyle #forever21 #clothing #freedom #hcollective #letsshoot #azmodel

A post shared by Justin Villalobos (@justin_villal) on Jul 30, 2018 at 9:04pm PDT

We instantly fell in love with this intimate mountain top wedding!

A post shared by Laura K Moore Photography (@laurakmoorephotography) on Aug 21, 2018 at 10:19pm PDT

Sometimes you’re at a location for one photo shoot, and you witness a totally separate event happen…this was a cool moment… 4:30am, shoot was starting at 5am…. this storm is literally right overhead. I couldn’t get out to grab a shot until it passed a bit. It was moving quickly, and I was fortunate enough to get this double exposure. No time for a tripod… hand held at 6sec. 👉🏼🤦🏻‍♂️…. you can see some soft edges on the hills because of it. It was fun, and my first experience with lightning in the desert….honestly, the last time I shot any lightning images I was using film, and it was the 90’s. Glad to see I still have some luck. Oh, and the “real shoot” went awesome! Thanks @_daliabarrios for motivating me to get out early so this could happen. 🤓 If you are looking, life always gives you inspiration and ideas to keep things interesting and fun. #lightning #azphotographer #userymountainregionalpark #userymountain #gilbertphotographer #arizonahighways

A post shared by JARED SEGER (@jaredsegerphoto) on Jul 23, 2018 at 8:23pm PDT

~ Brittany ~ "Walking with a friend in the dark is better than walking alone in the light." ~Helen Keller . . Model: @britt_ru Stylist: @blonde_jenni . . DM to Schedule Your Session 📸 . . #portrait #portraitphotography #portraitoftheday #beauty #glamour #glam #sensual #model #azmodel #fashionmodel #fashion #fashionphotography #fashionphotographer #azphotographer #sonyimages #moodyports #fineart #makeup #style #sonyportraits #portraitmood #arizona #scottsdale #sexy #beautiful #stunning #asu #portraitpage #studio #sony

A post shared by Chad J Weed (@chadjweedphotography) on Aug 22, 2018 at 7:16am PDT

Turquoise over diamonds, peep the rings. . As a creator, are you helping other creators or competing with other creators? . . . #photographer #arizona #azphotographer #azmodel #love #photooftheday #fashion #photography #instagood #picoftheday #selfportrait #instadaily #portrait #sony #lamodels #lightroom #lightroommasters #collectivegallery #taylowmedia #blogger #sigma #portraitcentral #sonyportraits #agameoftones #photo_collective #losangeles #igdaily #hinfluencercollective #portrait_shots #moodyports

A post shared by TAYLOW (@taylow.co) on Jul 25, 2018 at 1:45pm PDT

Creating abstract work is my absolute favorite because there are no rules(well, maybe there is but I've never taken an art class to know) and you can freely express yourself through color and shapes and randomness. I feel like it's a true expression of one's soul in that moment. Everything we see and feel with our hearts, expressed as best as we can through the mediums in which we are drawn to. Thank you to everyone who follows me and supports my souls expression in all its twisting and turning ways. I appreciate it and I am grateful just to create and share with anyone who connects to my creations. 💕🙏🏽 . . . . . . #abstract #shapes #artistsofinstagram #art #artist #digitalart #soulexpression #creative #AZartist #azart #illustration #spiritual #photooftheday #colorhealing #healing #loveandlight #energy #outofthisworld #dreamland #dreams #reikiart

A post shared by Simply Breana (@simplybreana.art) on Aug 25, 2018 at 5:37pm PDT

Work-in-progress, acrylic on panel, 14”x14”. I think I’ve finally resolved some of the areas that have been bothering me in this painting. Very close to being finished. It’s so satisfying to keep making changes, taking chances, until everything starts to fall into place. Problem solving is what I love—if it’s easy I get bored! . . . #workinprogress #womenartists #azart #azartist #artistsoninstagram #abstractpainting #architecturalpainting #goldenartistcolors #sharewithgolden #interiordecor #artcurator #artcollector #artconsultants #collectart #midcenturymodern #barbarakempcowlin

A post shared by Barbara Kemp Cowlin (@barbarakempcowlin) on Aug 24, 2018 at 8:39am PDT

Drawing Challenge Day 3 Spoonfed Love. These two are too adorable when they're together. Specially at mealtime. 😍 //////////////// Día 3 del Reto a Dibujar Amor a Cucharadas. Estos dos son adorables cuando estan juntos. Especialmente durante la hora de la comida. 😍

A post shared by Maria Madrid Reed (@madridreed) on Aug 23, 2018 at 4:19pm PDT

A little mid-week magnolia watercolor💛

A post shared by ThreeMacStudio (@threemacstudio) on Aug 22, 2018 at 10:24pm PDT

"What a wicked gang are we" drawn by Bethany Rider. I know content has been scarce on the profile recently due to myself taking (jaden) starting a new job, but I've been working back into my rythem and you should be seeing more and more content pop up especially since Beth is now publishing with Koi Fish Studios. So thankful to have her and her sister in our lives truly great and imaginative people! @bethmetal666 @p.aaigey #art #artist #artistofinstagram #artforsale #printsforsale #drawing #artwork #elves #trippy #trippyart #psychedelic #psychedelicart #whimsical #faces #coloredpencil #design #artoftheday

A post shared by Jaden Douglas & Lilyana Mendez (@koi_fish_studios) on Aug 25, 2018 at 11:36pm PDT

Got up early to redo the face on this owl mural just wasn’t happy with it like it a lot more now probably still go in and add a few more highlights but much happier thanks for looking #streetart #sprayart #spraycanart azsprayart #azsprayartevolution #mtn94 #mtnhardcore #dtphx #phoenix #azartist #prescottvalley #rudyjaime #rudyjaimemurals

A post shared by AZ Spray Art Evolution (@azsprayartevolution) on Apr 16, 2018 at 11:53am PDT

We are having visions… of a beautiful Sunday Art Walk full of your smiling faces! Art by Ruth Kyanite. SEE you all this Sunday @snip_hair_gallery_ ! #localart #arizonaartist #lmpopupartshow

A post shared by Laura & Michelle (@lmpopupartshow) on Apr 5, 2018 at 8:32am PDT

“And we are put on earth a little space, that we may learn to bear the beams of love.” -William Blake ✨🌿 #artist #oilpainter #arizonaartist #oregonartist #lilyfrazeefineart #farthingsnear

A post shared by Lily Ann. (@lilycrazeee) on Aug 3, 2018 at 9:13pm PDT

Hope everyone is having an awesome night. Missin this Ruby pendant from a couple months back so I had to share it with ya

A post shared by Tyler Dean (@tywraps) on May 3, 2018 at 5:50pm PDT

When was the last time you did that scared you? Here I am, sharing a new style, and I’m kind of scared… but being fluid with paint is what I love to do, so I’m going to do it anyways. . I’d love to hear (well, read ☺️) what you think about this one! .. … 16×20 acrylic on canvas

A post shared by M A R I S A R I V E R A (@marisariveraart) on Aug 10, 2018 at 4:14pm PDT

McDowell Sonoran Preserve. Alcohol ink and watercolor on mineral paper. 9”x12” 🌈 . . . . #alcoholink #katepaintscactus #art #phxart #phxartist #azartist #femaleartist #instaart #instaartist #cactusart #cactuslove #saguaro #watercolor #watercolorart #arizonadesert #artlove #mcdowellsonoranpreserve #hikeaz

A post shared by Kate H. (@kate.h.art) on Aug 7, 2018 at 2:30pm PDT