Artists & Makers Studios - Oro Valley

09/24/2026

Good morning Oro Valley!

We are so pleased to congratulate manager Kris Harris on the expansion of her business. Kris is an entrepreneur with a Pilates Studio at A&M – Kore Fitness AZ, FreeBird Shoppe AZ at A&M and in Catalina, and a candle making business – Kore Candle Company. Kris is burning every end of the candle and all her hard work is paying off with good news coming from her soon. As has happened with so many other artists at A&M – her business is expanding and she is transitioning to fulltime management of her projects. We are so happy for her, and you will still see her at A&M, in the Pilates studio and in her shoppe. Congratulations Dear Kris, we are so happy for you.

We are thrilled to welcome Cindy Gresser, the former Director of the Museum of Indigenous People to our team. Cindy recently graduated summa cm laude with honors from U of A, and we have been offering her a job for the longest time! The stars finally aligned, and we are thrilled to welcome our new Gallery and Studio Program Manager for Arizona.

Cindy Gresser is a recent (Class of 2026) graduate of the University of Arizona with a BFA in 2d studio arts. She graduated summa cm laude, and as a Franke Honors student. Her art practice is currently focused on collage, abstraction and prints. A former student of Hiro Tashima, she also enjoys sculptural ceramics. She resides in northwest Tucson with her dog, and enjoys family time, especially with two grandnieces and a grandnephew.

Gresser is the former Executive Director of the Museum of Indigenous People in Prescott, Arizona from which she retired in 2021. She accomplished the transformation of this institution, laden with disrespect, to a truly indigenous organization with cultural resource materials from across the Southwest and beyond.

Her passion for the arts was instilled by her mother at an early age. During her time in Northern Arizona, she was also chair of the Prescott Art in Public Places Committee and President of Prescott Area Arts and Humanities Council. Prior work experience includes real estate broker, residential appraiser and licensed general contractor.

“I look forward to helping create an engaging and welcoming community space for artists in Oro Valley. This is an exciting opportunity!” said Gresser.

09/19/2026

09/18/2026

09/17/2026

We just picked up the 20 cent Coin Laundry sign. This was a Tucson sign, tucked away in a neighborhood near1st Avenue south of Grant. Herb Straford let us take it to Ignite.
It has some serious rust to cut out , rebuild, complete rewiring and neon to remake.
The glass is turquoise on Coin Laundry and just guessing but probably Clear Red on 20 cents.
I plan to leave as much of the patina as is possible.
We will be at Ignite this Friday and Saturday 10-4 with free admission.
Access to the bone yard and the gift kiosk.

09/12/2026

Mark Hamilton

Sold!

09/12/2026

09/10/2026

Murals in Tucson 🌵

09/09/2026

Experience QuickTales at all three A&M locations (soon to be four), and travel vicariously by visiting the link - looking at our exhibits and hearing their stories right from your desk or comfy couch! In the galleries, get a virtual tour during your visit, at your own pace.

09/09/2026

We already can't wait! With just THREE MORE WEEKS left of our Summer 2026 season to go there is already so much buzz about the enormous upcoming launch for the 2026-2027 Fall/Winter season at the St. Philip's Plaza Market! While we are already busy booking spaces for Tucson's BEST artists, makers and food businesses for next season we are also still totally focused on all the stellar makers and products we have to offer our fabulous Tucson community through the rest of the Summer! Until the end of September, come join us for our creative spirit and sky-high energy every Saturday and Sunday from 8 am - 12 pm (10 am - 3 pm beginning October 3rd) and wander dozens of canopies filled with Tucson's most stunning artwork, creative products, and top names in Tucson's LIVE MUSIC scene from every genre to showcase every form of talent - from art, to food, to music.

Come see for yourself why ours is a decades-old, iconic and award-winning market for makers and artists of ALL media types such as woodcrafting, silversmithing and jewelry making, exquisite clay pottery, fall-scented candles, beautifully crafted and authentic Mexican and Native American merchandise, sparkly suncatchers and fun yard art, lush plants and cactus for your home and garden, and luxurious artisan soaps and soothing skincare, along with the biggest names in Tucson's music scene, all in one spectacular setting with the abundant shade from towering Sycamore trees and tropical garden surroundings.

This weekend we can't wait to bring back one of Tucson's biggest name in Country music, the phenomenal Jack Bishop. You won't want to miss him!

Be sure to save your appetite for a delectable brunch and bottomless mimosas with friends and family or your choice of hundreds of menu items and a signature cocktail at Reforma Modern Mexican. Mezcal + Tequila, Union Public House, and Proof Artisanal Pizza & Pasta after you shop!

If you're an artist, maker, or food business we are now accepting applications for our extremely busy 2026-2027 Fall/Winter season! For artist and seller opportunities, be sure to fill out our fast and easy application at www.stphilipsplaza.com/market - we would love to meet you!

We're located at 4280 N Campbell Ave, on the SE corner of Campbell and River.