Today on The Art Box, we’re thrilled to welcome Las Vegas-based artist X. Darvi, a bold and boundary-pushing creative voice whose work challenges perception and celebrates identity. Known for a vibrant fusion of street art, surrealism, and storytelling, X. Darvi transforms canvases, and sometimes entire walls, into emotional landscapes that speak to personal truth and cultural memory. Whether through paint, performance, or public art, X. Darvi brings a fearless energy to every project, making space for voices too often left at the margins. Join us as we explore the inspirations, techniques, and philosophies behind X. Darvi’s compelling body of work.

We hope you will join your us at 33 Gallery located 912 West Owens Avenue Las Vegas, NV on August 9 @ 11:30 AM for the opening of her solo show “Intuition Only”.

“Intuition Only” marks a significant milestone for Darvi, showcasing her evolution as a visual artist deeply rooted in community, identity, and self-expression. The show promises to be a powerful exploration of instinct, emotion, and the human experience.

Instagram: @artist.X.Davi @X/Davi

Web Site: https://www.darvianna.art/

It took nearly a year of juggling calendars, but Tiffany Weems and I finally found time to sit down for a fun, insightful, and long-awaited podcast conversation.

Tiffany is a prominent Las Vegas-based photographer and the founder of the Las Vegas chapter of Women in Focus, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting and promoting women photographers. Her leadership has been instrumental in establishing Women in Focus branches in Chicago, St. Louis, and Las Vegas, fostering creative communities across these cities.

Women in Focus, originally founded in Atlanta in 1993, serves as a platform for women photographers to collaborate, exhibit their work, and engage in professional development. Under Weems' guidance, the Las Vegas chapter has become an active part of the city's art scene, organizing exhibitions and events that highlight the talents of its members.

Weems' own photographic work reflects her deep connection to the art form and her commitment to creating spaces where women artists can thrive. Her efforts have not only elevated the profiles of individual photographers but have also contributed to the broader appreciation of photographic arts in the communities she serves.

Visit Tiffany's web site: http://tiffanyweems.com

Visit Women in Focus Las Vegas: http://womeninfocuslasvegas.com

Sandi and Steve had the pleasure of welcoming Christy Kendall to The Art Box podcast, joining us by phone in our STEAM Center recording studio to talk about her debut novel, Erie Ending. Steve first met Christy a decade ago while volunteering at Ash Meadows National Wildlife Refuge, where Christy served as Project Leader for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s Southern Nevada complex.

Christy began her academic journey in her thirties, eventually earning a Master’s in Wildlife Science. Over the next twenty-five years, she built a distinguished career with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, serving as a Wildlife Biologist, Refuge Manager, and Project Leader. Through those years, she developed a deep respect and admiration for the dedicated employees, volunteers, and non-profit partners who work tirelessly to protect our natural resources. Now, through the lens of mystery fiction, Christy brings their stories to life, honoring their work, challenges, and quiet heroism through compelling characters and suspenseful plots.

Find Christy's books here: https://camelpress.com/2025/02/20/eerie-ending-by-christy-j-kendall/