Delve into the vibrant world of legendary Southwest artist Ted DeGrazia on Tales of Southwest Artist Ted DeGrazia, Big Blend Radio's art and history podcast! Join Lance Laber, Executive Director of DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun, every 4th Sunday as he shares captivating stories about DeGrazia's extraordinary life and prolific art career. Explore current events and exhibits at the DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun, a 10-acre National Historic District in Tucson, Arizona, designed and built by the acclaimed artist himself.
Often called the most reproduced artist in the world, Ted DeGrazia's work is showcased in six permanent collections at the gallery, tracing the historical events and native cultures of the Southwest. Beyond the art, discover the gallery's unique grounds featuring the Mission in the Sun, the artist's original home, and his gravesite.
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DeGrazia’s Painted Ponies Exhibit
Exhibits & Events at DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun
Ted DeGrazia's Painted Ponies – On display through January 27, 2027, featuring cheerful paintings, sculptures, carousel horses, and merry-go-round imagery celebrating childhood wonder.
Ted DeGrazia's Unseen Landscapes – Rare watercolors, oils, and ink drawings hidden from public view for decades. On display through September 2, 2026.
DeGrazia Paints the Seri Indians – A fascinating look at DeGrazia's documentation of the Comcaac (Seri) people of Sonora, Mexico. On display through September 2, 2026.
Saint Francis of Assisi – Tucson artist Ted DeGrazia's depictions of Saint Francis are featured in this new selection of drawings, prints, sculptures, and paintings dating from 1950 to 1978. On display from September 4th, 2026 to January 27th, 2027.
The Midnight Sketches of Ted DeGrazia – In 1960 Tucson artist Ted DeGrazia [1909-1982] began a series of Midnight Sketches that he continued to 1980. Frequently done on prepaid US Mail postcards and envelopes, these small watercolored pen and ink drawings include time notations of their completion between midnight and 5 AM. On display from September 4th, 2026 to January 27th, 2027.
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This podcast is proudly produced by Lisa D. Smith and Nancy J. Reid, the dynamic mother-daughter publishing team behind Big Blend Magazines and hosts of Big Blend Radio. Episodes are available on all major podcast platforms and shared across related Big Blend Radio Network channels.