Tales of Southwest Artist Ted DeGrazia

In this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Tales of Southwest Artist Ted DeGrazia" Podcast, Executive Director Lance Laber shares the story behind the new "Ted DeGrazia's Painted Ponies" exhibit at the DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun in Tucson, Arizona. Featuring paintings, watercolors, sculptures, carousel horses, and merry-go-round imagery, this colorful new exhibition celebrates Ted DeGrazia's lifelong...

In this episode of Big Blend Radio, we get to know Lance Laber, Executive Director of the DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun in Tucson, Arizona, through our signature “Getting to Know You” questions. Along the way, Lance shares fascinating insights into the life, art, and legacy of renowned Southwest artist Ted DeGrazia, one of the most reproduced artists in the world. From DeGrazia’s early years and art...

In this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Tales of Ted DeGrazia" Podcast, we spotlight the exciting new spring exhibitions at the DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun Museum in Tucson, Arizona. The conversation explores the cultural, spiritual, and landscape-driven works of renowned Southwest artist Ted DeGrazia, highlighting rarely seen pieces now on public display. Opening with a special reception on Friday,...

In this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Tales of Ted DeGrazia" Show, Lance Laber, Executive Director of the DeGrazia Foundation, shares updates on the latest exhibits, visiting artists, and the annual La Fiesta de Guadalupe celebration at DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun in Tucson, Arizona. The conversation highlights Ted DeGrazia’s artistic legacy, the gallery’s focus on Southwest culture, and its conti...

Celebrate American Artist Appreciation Month with this episode of Big Blend Radio featuring Lance Laber, Executive Director of the DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun. Lance shares details about the gallery’s new rotating exhibits on view from September 5, 2025 through January 28, 2026. These special collections highlight different dimensions of the artistry of Ted DeGrazia, one of the most reproduced art...

In this episode of Big Blend Radio, Lance Laber, Executive Director of the DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun, shares the fascinating stories behind the permanent exhibit “DeGrazia Paints Papago Indian Legends.” Created in 1975, the series was inspired by traditional Papago (now Tohono O’odham, meaning “desert people”) legends, including The Creation of the World, The Monster of Quitovac, The Eagle-Man,...

In this episode of Big Blend Radio, we’re joined by Lance Laber, Executive Director of the DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun, to honor the life and legacy of Ted DeGrazia on what would be his 116th birthday (Flag Day, June 14). Known as one of the most reproduced artists in the world, DeGrazia captured the spirit of the Southwest through bold, expressive paintings that reflected the region’s people, cul...

Celebrate Women's History Month with this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Tales of Southwest Artist Ted DeGrazia" Podcast. Featuring Lance Laber, Executive Director of the DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun, this episode focuses on some of the noteworthy women in Southwest Artist Ted DeGrazia's life including his Mother, first wife Alexandra Diamos, second wife artist Marion DeGrazia, Carol Locust - Mother...

Featuring Lance Laber, Executive Director of the DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun, this episode of Big Blend Radio focuses on the new exhibits featuring southwest artist Ted DeGrazia.  New exhibits at DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun include "Ted DeGrazia in the Studio of Diego Rivera" (Jan. 31 - Sept. 3, 2025), “Louise Serpa's Portraits of Ted DeGrazia” (Jan. 31 - Sept. 3, 2025), and “The Way of the Cross”...

Featuring Lance Laber, Executive Director of the DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun, this episode of Big Blend Radio focuses on holiday gift ideas, seasonal events and current exhibits at this Tucson landmark. Hear about the annual La Fiesta de Guadalupe, held on Dec. 8, 2024, that honors Mexico’s patron saint with music, dancing and performances including mariachi bands, folklorico dancers, and Yaqui De...

On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Lance Laber, Executive Director of the DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun, talks about the fall exhibits and events you can experience at this Tucson landmark. Current exhibits featuring southwest artist Ted DeGrazia's work include, "Roadrunners," "Enamel on Copper Paintings," and “DeGrazia’s Textile Designs for Fuller Fabrics.”  Along with the property's unique archit...

On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Lance Laber, Executive Director of the DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun, talks about the latest exhibits featuring southwest artist Ted DeGrazia's "Roadrunners" and "Enamel on Copper Paintings." DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun is a 10-acre historic landmark nestled in the foothills of the Santa Catalina Mountains in Tucson, Arizona. Opened in 1965, it is home to over 15,...

On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Lance Laber, Executive Director of the DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun, talks about southwest artist Ted DeGrazia's "Cabeza de Vaca" collection. The story of the ill-fated Spanish expedition is told in this collection that includes sketches, watercolors, oils and enamels. DeGrazia read extensively about the adventures of the Spanish explorer Álvar Núñez Cabeza de Va...

On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Lance Laber, Executive Director of the DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun, talks about southwest artist Ted DeGrazia's Murals, Mosaics (pictured), and Originals.  DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun is a 10-acre historic landmark nestled in the foothills of the Santa Catalina Mountains in Tucson, Arizona. Opened in 1965, it is home to over 15,000 originals of Ted DeGrazia art...

On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Lance Laber, Executive Director of the DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun, talks about the new exhibist, "Ted DeGrazia's Textile Designs for Fuller Fabrics." From 1952 to 1956, Tucson artist Ted DeGrazia designed Southwestern novelty prints for Fuller Fabrics of New York. DeGrazia’s prints were sold nationwide in fabric stores and were featured in ready-to-wear fashion...

On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Lance Laber, Executive Director of the DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun, talks about the art and life of Marion DeGrazia. Born in 1905, in Upstate New York, Marion Sheret DeGrazia was a fine artist who had attended State Teachers College in Buffalo New York, and studied sculpture and modeling at Columbia University. She moved from the East Coast to Tucson, Arizona in...

On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Lance Laber, Executive Director of the DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun, talks about the Spiritual Life of Ted DeGrazia including the annual "Way of the Cross" exhibit, the Mission in the Sun, Padre Kino, and more. DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun is a 10-acre historic landmark nestled in the foothills of the Santa Catalina Mountains in Tucson, Arizona. Opened in 1965, it...

On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Lance Laber, Executive Director of the DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun, talks about the new Ted DeGrazia exhibits on display now, including the annual "Way of the Cross," "Rodeo," and "DeGrazia's Master of Arts Thesis Paintings." DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun is a 10-acre historic landmark nestled in the foothills of the Santa Catalina Mountains in Tucson, Arizona. Op...

Recorded onsite, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Tales of Southwest Artist Ted DeGrazia" podcast features Lance Laber, Executive Director of DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun in Tucson, Arizona. Hear about holiday gifts, the current Ted DeGrazia exhibits on display until Jan. 24, 2024 including “DeGrazia’s Beggars”, “Scenes from the Revolution," and "DeGrazia in Black and White," plus, about the visi...

From Diego Rivera and Jose Orozco to Padre Kino, Cabeza de Vaca, and the Yaqui and Tohono 'O’odham, this episode of Big Blend Radio, Lance Laber, Executive Director of DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun, talks about the cultural connections artist Ted DeGrazia had with the people of Mexico and the Desert Southwest USA. DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun is a 10-acre historic landmark nestled in the foothills of...

On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Lance Laber, Executive Director of the DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun, talks about the new Ted DeGrazia exhibits "Scenes from the Revolution," "DeGrazia in Black & White," and "DeGrazia's Beggars." These will be on display from Sept. 1, 2023 - Jan. 24, 2024. DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun is a 10-acre historic landmark nestled in the foothills of the Santa Catalin...

On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Lance Laber, Executive Director of the DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun, shares the musical legacy of Southwest Artist Ted DeGrazia who shared dual passions for art and music. The album "Please Remember Me" features the first recordings of original DeGrazia scores from the 1930s, which are performed by faculty at the Tucson Community Music School, Tucson Jazz Institu...

On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Lance Laber, Executive Director of the DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun, shares how Southwest Artist Ted DeGrazia built the gallery, and what visitors can experience when visiting this unique and historic site. DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun is a 10-acre historic landmark nestled in the foothills of the Santa Catalina Mountains in Tucson, Arizona. Opened in 1965, it is...

On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Lance Laber, Executive Director of the DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun, talks about the current Ted DeGrazia exhibits on display this summer at DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun. DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun is a 10-acre historic landmark nestled in the foothills of the Santa Catalina Mountains in Tucson, Arizona. Opened in 1965, it is home to over 15,000 originals of Ted...

On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Lance Laber, Executive Director of the DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun, talks about the life and art career of famed Southwest artist Ted DeGrazia. Ettore “Ted” DeGrazia was an independent and creative spirit, that not only defied the rules by doing everything his own way–but he made money at it. He was well-educated, knew the rules, but decided to paint the way he...