Multidisciplinary artist Aaron Glasson’s creative journey has taken him from his native New Zealand to Japan, Sri Lanka, and around the US.

Mojave Desert

"There's this organization, High Desert Test Sites, that's always putting on amazing art events, whether it be art shows or performances or workshops."

High Desert Test Sites

"I would definitely go to Noah Purifoy’s art museum, which is basically this giant outdoor art museum. There are sculptures that he made out of found materials, but it's really interesting because a lot of it comments on racism and segregation in the US, so it's an important place for the area."

The Noah Purifoy Desert Art Museum of Assemblage Art

"Go down to Palm Springs; it’s very close. The Palm Springs Art Museum is really incredible. It's a beautiful building. They have a nice little permanent collection and a pretty solid temporary collection."

Palm Springs Art Museum

"One of my favorite spots is a place called The Palms in Wonder Valley. It's a little dive bar in the middle of nowhere. I would definitely go there for drinks or for dinner."

The Palms

"One spot for dinner is a friend's place called Giant Rock Meeting Room. It's kind of out there in Flamingo Heights, but it's a good spot for pizza and drinks."

Giant Rock Meeting Room