One of the most reassuring things I’ve observed in recent years is how local-level policymakers have worked toward intelligent solutions and strategies to face the realities and challenges of climate change; policies that govern resource management and development are closer in alignment with future projections than ever before and are designed with sustainability in mind.

What does it mean to live in an Urban Rural Interface? It depends on who you talk to- however, the Lifestyle Sustainability Directory's definition, in my opinion, is the most succinct; as to provide an all-encompassing version of this very nuanced & dynamic term is to not only understand it, but to process it, as in, it is a lived-in experience, not just a passing observation, but an ongoing interplay: "It is the living edge where city vibrancy meets the quiet breadth of the

A rust-dyed outfit I made using collected bits I've found in my wanderings. A tribute to my blog series using said materials laid out on a used-up canvas backdrop. A bucket of rust water... When I was in my 20s, I worked as a figure model at Southeastern Louisiana University in Hammond, LA. The teacher I worked with was kind, nurturing and supportive of my desire to be an artist, despite the fact that I wasn't a student. He always encouraged me to read the books in his office

*For mobile readers: I apologize for the awkwardly large photo sizing! I'm currently only able to include photos in my articles via HTML embed links (a storage issue related to my current account status). Unfortunately I can't edit sizing on mobile right now. To view whole images, slide left/ right & up/down or open in a separate tab. The above photos are of the 20-million-ton slag pile (from United Verde Copper Company) which lies like a sleeping giant in Clarkdale, AZ. The

" When the thrasher comes, I'll be stuck in the sun like the dinosaurs in shrines... But I'll know the time has come to give what's mine... -Neil Young, Thrasher (from the Rust Never Sleeps album) To borrow a phrase from Neil Young circa 1979, rust never sleeps. The phrase, also the title for his album and tour with t

A few years ago, I was sitting at my desk on a Zoom call listening to a group of concerned citizens, city leaders and environmental organizations (hence forth I will refer to them as “the people”) making their points against the opposition : an energy company who was in the midst of launching a campaign to reopen a uranium extraction mine only 13 miles from Grand Canyon National Park. The people were there to argue in favor of immediate closure and remediation. The company,

I recently made a pilgrimage to Crane Petroglyph Site (formerly known as V-V Ranch) to try out an app called " aDStretch " which archaeology researchers have been experimenting with in order to reveal harder to see features in rock art. I was amazed at the level of detail that the color changer revealed. Before apps like aDStretch, more primitive methods like chalking were risky, as they can degrade the rock and distort the images. A photo of chalked petroglyphs taken circa

Behold-my first experiment in data sonification, i.e. the mapping of visual data into sound.

Hopi R-2 Creators: Electrical Engineer/ Builder Joe Mastroianni (left) & Hopi/Tewa Multimedia Artist/ Painter Duane Koyawena pose with "the first Indigenous droid in the galaxy" at the opening of Ani-Noquisi June 3. On June 3, Prescott's Museum of Indigenous People hosted its opening reception for Ani-Noquisi/ Star Nation , a one-of-a-kind exhibit that showcases Native American influences, perspectives and artwork in relation to popular culture. From the museum: A little Myth

On May 7, Tewa/ Hopi artist, musician & "edu-tainer" Ed Kabotie and his band Tha Yoties (short for Coyotes) presented an "Alter-Native History of America" at the Phillip England Center for the Performing Arts Foundation (PECPAF) in Camp Verde (of which I am very pleased to have helped to facilitate by introducing Ed to the foundation's president, Jane Whitmire, Ph. D.). As a huge fan of Ed's work and a self-appointed ambassador of culture, I'd been wanting Ed to come out and

n this short, I luxuriate in the various landscapes and soundscapes of Prescott, AZ as I allow for simple iterations of beauty to unfold; not seeking to grasp at anything or say anything other than, "This is where I am, today. Isn't it beautiful?"

On February 25, the Yavapai-Apache Nation held its annual Exodus Day event,"to commemorate the return of the Yavapai-Apache People from...

The Verde Valley, which encompasses Sedona, Cottonwood, Jerome, Camp Verde, Clarkdale and other smaller hamlets like Cornville & Middle Verde, is an area known for its diverse offerings such as hiking & biking, kayaking, wine tours, art galleries and more. For those seeking quieter activities, i.e. cemetery touring, the Verde Valley has multiple sites which offer a glimpse into the region's history. Camp Verde's layered history Camp Verde is best known for Montezuma Castle N

By Lo Frisby Knowledge is power. Have you ever found yourself wondering about the goings-on of your city or town, such as: How did that new apartment complex or other large development come about? Why did the city decide to change an ordinance or cancel a service? Why is there still a giant pothole on my street even though everyone complains about it? Additionally, have you ever felt powerless over the decisions made by your local government or felt upset about something aft

In this video, I explore transience and contemplate a sense of place at Montezuma Castle National Monument in Camp Verde, AZ.

By Lo Frisby There's nothing quite like hiking Red Mountain Trail on a crisp fall morning: the fresh scent of juniper trees and minerals swirling in the air create a magical experience for anyone visiting this geological wonder, just 25 miles north of Flagstaff and about 43 miles southeast of Grand Canyon National Park. Though truthfully more of a stroll than a hike (save for a short ladder that one must climb to get to the last, most would say best, part of the trail), one c