< Previous28 AZFOOTHILLS.COM Insider's Guide: Hot Ticket Doggone Fun AZFoothills.com’s Dog Days of Summer Cutest Dog Contest is back for its ninth year, and one precious pooch will pounce away with the title of “Top Dog,” $500, a feature in Arizona Foothills Magazine and more. Pups pawditioned at The Herb Box for their chance at the title. Furry friends and their humans enjoyed treats, refreshments, giveaways and more. PHOTOS COURTESY OF ALI TSO PHOTOGRAPHY. . Sept Issue.indd 288/27/19 2:55 PMDESIGN | BUILD | INTERIORS | HOME CONCIERGE SCOTTSDALE | PARADISE VALLEY SALCITO.COM 480.585.5065 Sept Issue.indd 298/28/19 11:24 AM30 AZFOOTHILLS.COM Insider's Guide “I believe that just about every space needs artwork. Art breathes life into a home, making it more human, more personal. Of all the things we have that are machine made, art is one of few things that were made by hand, and one of the few things that can evoke an emotional response of some kind. Art brings feeling, emotion and finishes every space.” MY Specialty The gorgeous works from Valley artist Niki Woehler have graced the walls of Found:Re Phoenix Hotel, in galleries across the nation and on the walls in luxurious homes locally and beyond. From commissioning a work of art to taking care of and lighting said masterpiece, Woehler gives her professional guidance regarding art within the home. Sept Issue.indd 308/27/19 2:55 PM @azfoothills #azfoothills 31 Insider's Guide >This is one time where size really does matter, and bigger is better. There’s little less aesthetically satisfying than a piece of art that’s too small for a space. The general rule of thumb is to choose art that will take up two-thirds to three-quarters of the wall. You should also consider the orientation of the space and mirroring that with your art. For example, a tall narrow wall should generally have a taller, portrait-oriented piece, while a longer horizontal wall should have a landscape-oriented painting. However, as with just about everything, there are always exceptions: you can use multiple panels or pieces assembled to create the same orientation and fill the space appropriately. >Consider commissioned artwork any time, but especially if you just haven’t found something that speaks to you or has the correct size/ proportions or even color palette that achieves the desired feeling of your space. And there’s an element to commissioning a piece of art that might be even more beautiful: you will forever have an even deeper connection to the art and the artist because you worked together, shared stories, laughs and often a glass of wine on the day you hang the art together. >While you may love something in a gallery or online, until you see it where you want it to hang, it’s natural to be concerned that it might not work once you get it home. If that’s the case, one of the services I offer my clients, interior designers or home owners directly is the ability to hang it and live with it for a day or so before they fully commit. Art can be a sizable investment, both financially and emotionally. I want my work to be a source of love and joy for them every time they see it, so if they would like to test drive it in their space, I’m perfectly OK with that. >One of the benefits of acrylic paint, which is what I use when I paint, is that it can be wiped down safely with a damp cloth to remove any dust that accumulates. It’s really very simple. And if the piece is in direct sunlight, I usually suggest a quick spray of a sealant with a UV filter (available at Michael’s or any art supply store) every couple of years just to keep the colors fresh and vibrant. When it comes to my resin panels, those are even less demanding. A quick wipe down with a dry cloth always does the trick. And in the unlikely event that somehow they get scratched— because life happens— it’s a simple phone call and I can fix the problem in a day for them. >Light is one of the most important parts of art and should never be ignored. While generally speaking sunlight is always best, not every room is filled with natural light, so it’s important to choose lighting that brings out the beauty of the art. Lights should be positioned so that it’s illuminated evenly and at the right “temperature.” You want to avoid hot spots and glares. With my resin pieces, I advise my clients to choose bulbs that mimic daylight, so a pure, white light, with no blue undertones, somewhere around 5,000 to 6,500 kelvins. With my canvas art, LED lights in a true white are usually perfectly appropriate to illuminate and bring out the depth and nuances of the work. TO LEARN MORE Niki Woehler nikiwoehler.com. Sept Issue.indd 318/27/19 2:55 PM32 AZFOOTHILLS.COM Insider's Guide Sept Issue.indd 328/27/19 2:55 PM @azfoothills #azfoothills 33 Insider's Guide Creekside Cuisine L'AUBERGE DE SEDONA, A DESTINATION HOTEL is celebrating its 35th birthday—but we’re the ones who are getting the gift. The luxe property is collaborating with Cloth & Flame to host a can’t-miss community dinner at 6:30 p.m. on Sept. 14. Diners can expect digging into grilled Cornish game hen, buttermilk-fried Sedona rainbow trout and much more, alongside delectable cocktails. L'Auberge de Sedona also off ers an exclusive package off ering two nights in a Creekside Cottage, two tickets to the Cloth & Flame dinner, daily in-room breakfast and a signature Vortex Meditation session for two inside the resort’s new Vortex Treehouse for those looking to extend their visit to Sedona. Tickets to the Cloth & Flame dinner are $145 per person, while the package pricing begins at $1,712. CLOTHANDFLAME.COM. Sept Issue.indd 338/27/19 2:55 PM34 AZFOOTHILLS.COM Insider's Guide Do You Accept this Rose? The search is over; we have found the ultimate hostess gift for your fall fete- ing. The Natural Fragrance Rose (about $20) is a garden-grown rose that offers a sustainable alternative to scented candles and diffusers. Without the need of care, like watering, the recipient of this unique gift simply places the rose in its accompanying vase and enjoys its scent and beauty for months—yes, months!—to come. naturalfragrancerose.com. WAX ON What do you get for the person who has everything? With a detailed personality reading and custom fragrance developed for the customer, a hand-poured Birthdate Candle ($38) might be the answer. The scents are based on the personality traits identified in astrological readings, while the personality description illuminates key strengths and vulnerabilities, profiles relationships and provides guidance to help users on their path. The 13.5-oz. candles are crafted from an all-natural soy and coconut wax blend and designed to burn between 60 and 80 hours. BIRTHDATECANDLES.COM. Sept Issue.indd 348/27/19 2:55 PM @azfoothills #azfoothills 35 STAR LIGHT, STAR BRIGHT Insider's Guide STAR LIGHT, STAR BRIGHT Score some mega points with your boo when it comes time to plan your next date night. Mountain Shadows has launched SIPNIC UNDER THE STARS, the chance to savor and sip under the twinkling night sky at the resort’s The Short Course. (PS: The stars shine brighter in the resort’s homeplace of Paradise Valley due to the town's low light pollution.) This special nighttime package comes with your choice of one of four baskets with different fixings, ranging from $125 to $300, and a luxurious Tartan Blanket Co. wool blanket from Scotland. The most deluxe of the baskets—the Pop the Question Basket—features a bottle of Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label, a sliced steak filet with cauliflower florets and sauces, dark chocolate rum truffles and a customized map of the night sky, complete with the couple's names, the date, the location and a map of the stars that evening. Sipnic Under the Stars is offered September through November and February through May, sunset to 9 p.m. To book, contact the concierge at 480.624.5446. MOUNTAINSHADOWS.COM. AZBUGGUYS.COM 480 582 4410 NOPE NOPE NOPE NOPE NOPE NOPE NOPE NOPE NOPE NOPE NOPE NOPE NOPE NOPE NOPE NOPE Call the most trusted pest control service in Arizona for more than 15 years. Servicing AZ’s most exclusive communities Family operated with confidence and privacy Free Termite Inspection breakfast • lunch • mimosas e1 6990 east shea blvd scottsdale480.500.5889 e2 10155 east via lindascottsdale ranch480.993.3449 e3 20775 n pima rd scottsdale480.219.8344 www.eggstasyaz.com Sept Issue.indd 358/27/19 2:55 PM36 AZFOOTHILLS.COM DreamTeam Academy is a local youth basketball training facility focusing on the fundamentals and a positive social environment for boys and girls 6 years and up. Group Trainings Year Round Day Camps Weekly Themed Saturday Clinics DTA Club Teams 3rd-10th Grades Birthday Parties/ Corporate Events Dr. Dish Rentals 480.800.8326 dreamteamacademy.com mimi@dreamteamacademy.com 15955 N .DIAL BLVD. STE. 3, SCOTTSDALE, AZ 85260 Insider's Guide BEET SALAD Bursting with sunset hues and fall-friendly flavor, dig into this vibrant dish from CHEF JUSTIN MACY OF CIVANA’S TERRAS RESTAURANT to balance out all those pumpkin spice lattes. 2 BABY RED BEETS 2 BABY GOLDEN BEETS 1 T APPLE CIDER VINEGAR 1 LARGE RED BEET, JUICED (REDUCED BY HALF) 1 T CHILIDUSTED PEPITAS (RECIPE BELOW) 5 LEMON SEGMENTS 2 TSP. GOAT CHEESE COULIS (RECIPE BELOW) 1 OZ. MICRO ARUGULA 1 TSP. EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL 1 TSP. MALDON SEA SALT FLAKES Wash baby beets and place in roasting pan. Add one-fourth cup of water, one tablespoon of apple cider vinegar and a pinch of salt and pepper. Cover with foil, and roast at 350 degrees for about 30 minutes. While still warm, peel skins from the beets, leaving the tips of the roots. Juice one large red beet, and place into sauté pan. On medium heat, reduce beet juice by half and transfer into container to cool. Toast pepitas with olive oil, salt, pepper and chili powder for 10 minutes at 325 degrees. Blend two ounces of fresh goat cheese, one teaspoon of rice wine vinegar and two tablespoons of cold water until smooth. Peel and cut out lemon segments. Plating: Lightly brush the reduced beet reduction on the plate, and place the beets in a line. Between every other beet, place a lemon segment. Sprinkle toasted pepitas on the plate, and drizzle goat cheese coulis alongside the plate. 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