Scottsdale gallery slates 'ArT pArTy,' closing reception for Joe Ray's 'Frequencies'

Royse Contemporary, 7077 E. Main St., suite 6, is showcasing the debut solo exhibition of Joe Ray "Frequencies". With this new exhibition, Ray is exploring the frequency of energy, color, hearts and angels in this exhibition. His work evokes color and passion, reflecting a bicultural perspective through a new collection that includes paintings, monosilks and mixed media works.

The "Frequencies" exhibition will be on display through March 10 at Royse Contemporary. A special ”ArT pArTy” and closing reception is 6-9 p.m. Thursday, March 7. Patrons will have the opportunity to meet the featured artist, hear Ray speak about his latest art collection, enjoy wine and treats and experience the weekly Scottsdale ArtWalk in Old Town Scottsdale.

Ray is a visual artist as well as a creative director, illustrator, writer and storyteller living in Scottsdale. He was born in San Luis, R.C., Sonora, Mexico and grew up in western Arizona on the Colorado River Indian Tribes Reservation in Poston. His work reflects a colorful bi-cultural perspective formed by the Arizona and Mexico regions, as well as the people living in this area. His work has been in a variety of exhibits and publications throughout the U.S. and Mexico.