“Little Papago Girl” 🌵💜

With her basket of blooms, quiet expression, and desert surroundings, this beloved piece by Ettore DeGrazia captures the innocence, beauty, and spirit of the Southwest.

The soft purples, vibrant yellows, and towering saguaros create a dreamlike desert scene that feels both playful and timeless — a style instantly recognizable as DeGrazia’s own.

Through simple forms and expressive color, DeGrazia found a way to tell stories that continue to connect generations to the culture and beauty of the Sonoran Desert.

✨ Visit the Gallery in the Sun to experience more iconic works from DeGrazia’s world.

Merry Christmas from beautiful sunny Arizona 🌵🎄. May your holiday be merry and bright✨

Deer Dancer (1967) In 1967, Ted DeGrazia created a remarkable series of forty paintings depicting the Yaqui Indians’ observance of Lent and Easter, one of the most important spiritual traditions in the Southwest. At the heart of these ceremonies is the Deer Dancer, a sacred figure whose movements symbolize harmony between humanity, nature, and the spiritual world. Throughout the series, DeGrazia also included images of the Virgin of Guadalupe, reflecting the blend of Indigenous and Catholic traditions that define the Yaqui Easter celebration. 🎨 This historic collection is part of the Gallery in the Sun Museum’s permanent collection and can be viewed year-round.