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Diving Into a Dream

For Marissa Heerdt, the Sky’s the Limit as an Artist Article by Michelle Glicksman | Photography by Sophia DuBois Marissa Heerdt knew early on that she loved art. But her road to being a full-time artist took a few twists, turns, and even airplanes. “When I was a teenager—or maybe a little younger than that—my mom was employed by my dad’s advertising agency as an art director. She was very artsy, and I took a lot of inspiration from her,” she says. “And as a kid, I would always draw or paint...

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Million Dollar Listing, Arizona

Bravo TV Stars The Altman Brothers and Scott Grigg Talk About Working Together, Getting Along, Scottsdale Favorites, and Real Estate Article by Michelle Glicksman | Photography by Provided by Griggs Group Powered by the Altman Brothers “I am a deal junkie,” says Scott Grigg. “I enjoy putting deals together for my clients. This is the biggest investment most folks will make in their life, and it’s an honor to be able to assist with it.” Grigg, a Scottsdale native who graduated from Arizona...

Auto + Marine

RAM 2500 Rebel

Exceptional 4x4 Off-Road Performance and Massive Towing Capacity Article by Susan Lanier-Graham | Photography by Provided The new Ram 2500 Heavy Duty Rebel 4x4 provides exceptional off-road and towing capability straight from the factory. The 2500 Heavy Duty Rebel is positioned between the Laramie and Power Wagon, offering a step up from the Ram 1500 Rebel.  The Heavy Duty Rebel features a tough exterior, aggressive off-road tires, an electronic rear locker, skid plates, and an optional...

Arts + Culture

It’s a Date!

Ramp Up the Romance With These Epic Experiences for Two Article by Alison Bailin Batz | Photography by Provided Netflix and chill … again? Why not shake things up by planning a date outside the norm? Here are some local outside-of-the-box ways to woo that special someone.   Get Wild … Animals While usually a go-to for family days, do not sleep on OdySea Aquarium for a date—especially its VIP experiences. The SeaTREK underwater walking program, penguin interaction program, sloth...

Education

Tales to Tell

Meet Marshall Shore, the Hip Historian Who Has a Passion for the Past and Gift of Storytelling Article by Georgann Yara | Photography by Sophia DuBois Everyone has that special something that they are so passionate about that they are compelled to share it with strangers.  For Marshall Shore, that something is a good story.  So it’s not surprising that a former librarian has found his calling telling tales for a living as the Hip Historian.  Shore has built a following with his engaging...

Sports + Recreation

Reining King of 'Yellowstone'

Craig and Ginger Schmersal on Everything from Horse Reining to Television Shows to Competitions Article by Georgann Yara | Photography by Provided For more than 30 years, Craig and Ginger Schmersal have harnessed their equine talents and passions into a thriving career. With clients all over the globe, they train and show horses, run clinics, and are among the most well-known on the circuit. Their work keeps them on the road for roughly half the year, and it has taken them across the United...

Life + Culture

From the Publisher ...

Article and Photography by Love is in the air. At least that’s how the saying goes. February tends to be the month we focus on love—love for your partner, family, and friends. And this month’s issue is going to bring you all of that and more! But what about self-love? When we start a new year most of us tend to start with getting back to our healthy self. Being done with the holidays and back to healthy eating and working out. That’s self love we all need. I challenge you to make self-love...

Food + Beverage

Bring on the Bubbles

Toast That Special Someone With These Sparkling Wines Article by Alison Bailin Batz | Photography by Provided ONEHOPE Wine’s Sparkling Moscato While most sparkling wines are made from pinot noir or chardonnay grapes, this one is made from muscat blanc, resulting in a sweet flavor kissed by orange and peach. $30. ONEHOPEWine.com   FEL Wines’ 2018 Brut Sparkling This vintage is neither pinot noir nor chardonnay; it is both, made using an equal blend of the grape varietals following...

Fitness

In a Pickle

Arizona Cardinals Legend Larry Fitzgerald Tackles His Newest Sport in a New Role Article by Georgann Yara | Photography by Courtesy MLP Over his 17-year professional football career, Larry Fitzgerald Jr. has grown accustomed to breaking records, making history, and introducing people to the nuances of the game. Now, the future NFL Hall of Famer is using his acumen as an elite athlete, businessman, and all-around good guy toward another sport in the state where he’s spent his entire...

Sports + Recreation

Playing it Cooley

Playmaker Logan Cooley May be a Rookie, But Plays Like a Star on the Rise Article by Michelle Glicksman | Photography by James Patrick The day we met up to interview and photograph Logan Cooley was another busy day for him. He’s at the Ice Den in Scottsdale, where the NHL’s Arizona Coyotes team practices. He’s already been there for a while, had a team meeting, is meeting with us, and then has to rush off for an autograph session nearby. But Cooley takes it in stride and is gracious and...