GALLERY IN THE SUN - EXPERIENCE THE LEGACY OF TED DEGRAZIA

This is the second in a series of three posts concerning my new exhibit at BizzArt Gallery entitled 'DeGrazia Gallery In The Sun - A Photo Essay By Larry Elkins'. In this post, I will be discussing the subject of the show, the Degrazia Gallery In The Sun in Tucson AZ. While the statement might at first appear to be hyperbole, it is not an exaggeration to say that the Gallery In The Sun is one of the most unique and one of the most fascinating art venues in the world. This wonderful gallery, built by acclaimed artist Ted DeGrazia and a group of his friends and opened in the mid Sixties, is located in a ten acre historical district nestled in the foothills of the Santa Catalina Mountains. Over 15000 original DeGrazia artworks are housed at this site. Several buildings comprise the current gallery space. There is the main gallery, the little gallery, the mission and the DeGrazias' former residence. The Gallery In the Sun is a fitting legacy. The artist and his work live on through this truly magical place. The gallery is located at 6100 North Swan and is open daily from 10 am - 4pm. There is no admission charge. My next Blog will include a description of my photo essay on the DeGrazia Gallery. Larry Elkins elkinsphotos.com