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In Pictures: See Contemporary Artworks That Celebrate the Vibrant Creativity of Lowrider and Skater Culture
"Desert Rider" at the Phoenix Museum of Art highlights the region's Latinx and Indigenous artists.
Installation view of Justin Favela, Gypsy Rose Piñata (II) (2022). Courtesy of the Phoenix Art Museum. Photo: Airi Katsuta.
“Desert Rider” at the Phoenix Art Museum is a trip.
The show focuses on car culture and skateboard culture in the American Southwest—specifically how it has been a resource and inspiration for both Latinx and Indigenous artists. The many sculptures within capture the exuberance of lowrider style, its concept of customization as a creative outlet, and its grassroots displays of identity.
“I hope guests see the impact that local culture has had on artists working in the Southwest and appreciate this piece of history from the land in which they were born,” curator Gilbert Vicario said in a statement about the show.
Among the highlights are Justin Favela’s Gypsy Rose Piñata (II), a full-scale sculpture of a hot-pink lowrider in the style of a piñata, newly commissioned for “Desert Rider.” Douglas Miles’s installation You’re Skating on Native Land (2022) features skate decks bearing the titular phrase alongside photos from his Apache community—the Phoenix New Times called it “a stunning reminder of place.”
And one of the works visitors will surely remember is Liz Cohen’s well-known project Trabantimino (2002–10). Cohen spent eight years merging two incongruously different vehicles—an East German Trabant and a Chevy El Camino—into one car, then transforming herself for the role of a car model for a series of set-up photos.
See photos from “Desert Rider” below.
Installation view of “Desert Rider,” Phoenix Art Museum, 2022. Courtesy of the Phoenix Art Museum. Photo: Airi Katsuta.
Justin Favela, Seven Magic Tires (Phoenix) (2022). Courtesy of the Phoenix Art Museum, Photo: Airi Katsuta.
Jose Villalobos, QueeRiders (2022). Courtesy of the Phoenix Art Museum. Photo: Airi Katsuta.
Margarita Cabrera, Agua que no has de beber dejala correr (Water That You Should Not Drink, Let It Run) (2006–22). Collection of the artist and courtesy of Tally Dunn Gallery, Dallas.
Detail of Margarita Cabrera, Agua que no has de beber dejala correr (Water That You Should Not Drink, Let It Run) (2006–22). Collection of the artist and courtesy of Tally Dunn Gallery, Dallas.
Installation view of Douglas Miles, You’re Skating on Native Land (2022). Courtesy of the artist and the Phoenix Art Museum. Photo: Airi Katsuta.
Detail of Douglas Miles, You’re Skating on Native Land (2022). Courtesy of the artist and the Phoenix Art Museum. Photo: Airi Katsuta.
Installation view of Liz Cohen, Trabantimino (2002–10). Courtesy of the Phoenix Art Museum. Photo: Airi Katsuta.
Installation view of Liz Cohen, Trabantimino (2002–10). Courtesy of the Phoenix Art Museum. Photo: Airi Katsuta.
Liz Cohen, Lowrider Builder and Child (2012). Courtesy of the artist.
Liz Cohen, Gloria Garcetti (2018). Courtesy of the artist.
Carlotta Boettcher, Cars in the New Mexico Landscape – 50s Chevy with Tree (1996–98). Collection of the artist. © Carlotta Boettcher.
“Desert Rider” is on view at the Phoenix Art Museum, Phoenix, Ariz., through September 18, 2022.
Installation view of Liz Cohen, Trabantimino (2002–10). Courtesy of the Phoenix Art Museum. Photo: Airi Katsuta.
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Reviews for "Conquering Ice, One Swipe at a Time: The Magic of the Icer Scrapper"
1. Sarah - 2/5 - I was really disappointed with the Magical Icer Scrapper. I had high hopes that it would make clearing snow and ice off my car a breeze. However, it didn't work as well as advertised. The handle felt flimsy and uncomfortable to hold, and the blade wasn't sharp enough to make easy work of the ice. I found myself having to put a lot of pressure on the scraper, which ended up straining my arm. Overall, I don't think it's worth the money.
2. John - 1/5 - The Magical Icer Scrapper is a complete waste of money. I bought it thinking it would save me time and effort during the winter months, but it was a total letdown. First of all, the scraper is too small, making it difficult to cover a large surface area quickly. Additionally, the blade started to rust after just a few uses, which is unacceptable for a product that claims to be durable. Save your money and invest in a different ice scraper.
3. Emily - 2/5 - I was excited to try out the Magical Icer Scrapper after seeing all the positive reviews online, but unfortunately, it did not live up to the hype. The blade was not sharp enough to effectively remove ice from my car windows, and it took much longer than expected. The handle also felt flimsy and uncomfortable to grip, which made the task even more frustrating. I was really disappointed with this product and would not recommend it to others.