Terminal 4 Museum Exhibitions

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100 Years 100 Ranchers
Photographs by Scott Baxter
Through May 13, 2012
Terminal 4, throughout level 3: ten exhibition spaces

Wide open landscapes dotted with grazing cattle and sheep herded by the rancher on horseback have become an iconic symbol of our western culture. For more than 100 years the ranching tradition has been an integral part of Arizona’s history and growth. In celebration of Arizona’s Centennial in 2012, Scott Baxter photographed 100 Arizona ranchers whose families have been ranching for a century or more.

For over ten years Baxter has been traveling to ranches across the state, getting to know the individual ranchers and their operations. He chose to use large-format cameras, a traditional process which takes time and allowed him to engage his subjects in a personal manner. Using black and white film Baxter captures a sense of timelessness and directs the viewer’s full attention to the subject in the frame.

The strength and independent nature of this unique group of Arizonans is apparent in their portraits. Baxter’s collection of photographs is a tribute to Arizona’s ranching legacy by preserving an important piece of Arizona character and history.

“I have always been drawn to people. Regardless of the setting the human element in a photograph will always give one a sense of place and perspective," says Scott Baxter.

Photo location map of the exhibition.

Find out more about the unveiling of this exhibition.

See pictures from the exhibition celebration on November 19.

“What If . . .”
Ceramics and Drawings by Michael Prepsky
Through August 5, 2012
Terminal 4, Level 2

Michael Prepsky has been exploring clay’s artistic possibilities and qualities as a studio artist and teacher for several decades. His approach has been in the “what if I do this” mode of working. His aesthetic perspective has been nurtured by the joy of discovery.

For Prepsky the physical process of manipulating the clay provides spontaneous expression and the immediacy of artistic thought. He achieves a variety of textures and finishes on his work by using his knowledge of glaze chemistry and kiln firing techniques. The same glaze may be fired a multiple of times or at different temperatures or a combination of both, often with pleasing results or “happy accidents”.

For this artist, the physical process of working with clay and experimentation is as important as the finished artwork.

Photo credit of above image: Jason Grubb.