Undercover Arts Magazine
Uncovering the Creative Capacity of Arizona through its People, Places, and Ideas
Print & Online Magazine
After a four-year hiatus, undercover arts magazine is returning in 2025 with its boldest issue yet. Produced by Art State Arizona, this annual publication has always served as more than a magazine—it is a living guide to the creative economy, connecting the people, businesses, and organizations that power Arizona’s cultural life with the audiences and opportunities that help them thrive.
Each edition has carried a distinct theme—creativity and innovation, the maker movement, and the diversity of Arizona’s creative voices. This year’s statewide issue is dedicated to Arts & Well Being, reflecting Art State Arizona’s mission to make the arts essential to everyday life by showing how creativity fuels health, resilience, and social progress. We are especially grateful to Watermark Communities for underwriting this issue, dedicated to exploring dynamic stories from organizations accross the State and individual artists working in the cross section of arts and health, well-being, therapy, and overall wellness through the advancement and preservation of culture.
The creative sector is vast—visual and performing artists, culinary innovators, designers, writers, film and media makers, cultural nonprofits, and creative businesses alike. From rural makerspaces to downtown entrepreneurs, from healing arts programs to tech-arts collaborations, the sector reflects the resilience, imagination, and ingenuity of Arizona’s people. Together, these makers, innovators, and cultural leaders shape not just our cultural identity but also our economic growth and community well-being.
The 2025 issue will launch in September and circulate statewide through July 2026, with expanded distribution, a searchable online directory, and a platform for stories of food, culture, art, and place. As Arizona’s most comprehensive creative sector directory, undercover arts will provide a resource of unparalleled depth, featuring artists, organizations, and creative businesses across the state. It is both a storytelling platform and an advocacy tool—showcasing how the creative economy is one of Arizona’s largest drivers of identity, equity, and prosperity.
Explore the current and past issues of the magazine
2025 | The Arts & Well-Being Issue
2020 | Arts as a Community Catalyst
2019 | The Maker Issue
2018 | Creativity & Innovation Issue
2017 | The Inaugural Issue
Undercover Arts Creative Sector Searchable Directory
Learn More about Advertising in the 2026 Issue of the Magazine
Advertise in undercover arts
undercover arts is Arizona’s only statewide print and digital magazine dedicated to uncovering the creative capacity of Arizona. Published annually, the magazine celebrates the artists, organizations, and cultural innovators shaping our state. Distributed at over 100 arts festivals, cultural destinations, and business hubs, undercover arts reaches an engaged, diverse audience of creatives, decision-makers, and community leaders.
Why Advertise
Advertising in undercover arts means more than buying a page—it’s investing in Arizona’s creative future. By aligning your brand with the stories, people, and places driving culture forward, you showcase your support for innovation, community, and the arts.
Reach thousands of readers across Arizona through print and online distribution.
Position your business alongside thought leaders, artists, and cultural changemakers.
Gain visibility at high-profile festivals, galleries, visitor centers, and events statewide.
Show your commitment to Arizona’s cultural and economic vitality.
Advertising Options
Full Page Ad – $1,500
Half Page Ad – $750
Quarter Page Ad – $400
Ads appear in both the print and digital editions. Design services are available upon request.
Title Sponsorship Opportunity
For organizations ready to make a bold statement, the Title Sponsorship ($15,000) offers premier visibility:
Recognition as the exclusive Title Sponsor on the cover and inside masthead.
Premium six-page spread plus a 2 feature stories highlighting your commitment to the arts.
Prominent logo placement across distribution, promotional materials, and partner events.
Statewide recognition as a leader in supporting Arizona’s creative economy.
