TAKING SHAPE Colorful ceramics, paintings, glasswork and jewelry by local and nationally acclaimed artists are in the spotlight as Mountain Artists Gallery in Prescott presents “Magical Moments,” Sept. 17-Jan. 9. Among featured works is “Sun Burst” by Deanne Brewster (pictured). The mid-fire stoneware piece measures 8" high x 6 1/4" wide x 3" deep. For details, visit mountainartistsguild.org, or call (928) 776-4009

Desert Caballeros Western Museum—21 N. Frontier St., Wickenburg, westernmuseum.org, (928) 684-2272. “Rodeo: A Wild Ride,” through Sept. 6.

Duley-Jones Gallery—7100 E. Main St., Scottsdale, duleyjones.com, (480) 945-8475. The gallery introduces artists Bruce Cody and Roberto Cardinale, with new works by each artist on display Sept. 1-30. Cody’s oil paintings capture a slice of Americana, highlighting buildings and signs that are part of the disappearing charm of small towns, while Cardinale re-creates churches and missions of the Southwest and around the world in three-dimensional mixed-media miniatures, focusing on details that make the structures unique and timeless.

Exposures International Gallery of Fine Art—561 State Route 179, Sedona, exposuresfineart.com, (928) 282-1125. Sculpture by Daniel Newman is featured Sept. 1-30 in “Stone to Beauty.” A former rocket scientist, the artist personally selects marble and onyx from around the world, which he uses to capture the human form.

Gallery Andrea­­—7019 E. Main St., Scottsdale, artandrea.com, (480) 481-2530. Abstract work by Ken Harkias, Denny Foy and Barbara Jump is on exhibit Sept. 1-30.

Gallery 801—801 N. Main Ave., Tucson, artinarizona.com, (520) 370-1610. “New Work 2009—Pollos del Pueblo” showcases paintings by Carolyn Anderson that depict chickens at various iconic Tucson locations. An opening reception takes place from 6 to 9 p.m. Sept. 26, with the show continuing on exhibit through Oct. 17.

Goldenstein Gallery—390 N. Hwy. 89A, Sedona, goldensteinart.com, (928) 204-1765. “The Color of the Land,” through Sept. 30, features artists who capture the magic and depth of the world that surrounds us. Included are works by D.J. Hershman, Lynne Rae Lowe, Peter Myerson and Alan Powell. “The Dog and Pony Show,” Sept. 4-30, showcases artists who express the splendor and personalities of these beautiful and lovable animals. Jane Darrow, Karyl Bennett, Jan Van Ek, Star York and Liz Wolf are among the artists featured.

ART OF DESIGN Etherton Gallery in Tucson presents “Art + Design: Etherton Invites,” Sept. 12-Nov. 28. The exhibition’s concept unites art and design in one space, highlighting the diversity and elegance of Contemporary desert design in Tucson. The exhibit is a collaborative effort with Tucson and Scottsdale designers and artists, including Stephen Paul of Arroyo Design, Scott Baker of Baker + Hesseldenz Design, Tom Philabaum of Philabaum Glass Studio & Gallery, and David Adler of David E. Adler Inc. Oriental Rugs. Pictured is “Pierce Lounge Chair,” shown in mesquite with black leather, by Arroyo Design. For more information, visit ethertongallery.com, or call (520) 624-7370.

Heard Museum—2301 N. Central Ave., Phoenix, heard.org, (602) 252-8848. “Old Traditions in New Pots: Silver Seed Pots From the Norman L. Sanfield Collection,” through Sept. 30; “Life in a Cold Place: Arctic Art From the Albrecht Collection,” through Sept. 30; and “Mothers & Daughters: Stories in Clay,” through Jan. 24.

Heard Museum North— The Summit at Scottsdale, 32633 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale, heard.org, (480) 488-9817. “Beyond Face Value,” featuring work by R.C. Gorman, Fritz Scholder, Harry Fonseca, Bentley Spang and Bob Haozous, through Oct. 4.

Heard Museum West—16126 N. Civic Center Plaza, Surprise, heard.org, (623) 344-2200. “Animals in Arctic Art: Selections From the Albrecht Collection at the Heard Museum,” through Oct. 25.

Joan Cawley Gallery—7135 E. Main St., Scottsdale, jcgltd.com/gallery, (480) 947-3548. The gallery celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with a Latin art show from 6 to 9 p.m. Sept. 24, featuring the work of Francisco Zuniga, Rufino Tamayo, Frank Ybarra, David Manje and Francisco Romero. Ybarra and Manje will be in attendance to offer information and discuss Hispanic influence in the art world.