Local artist Talaina Kor of Joseph City has been nominated in two categories in the prestigious Flagstaff Viola Awards. Kor, who is a conceptual photographer, has been nominated in the category of Emerging Artist and Excellence in Visual Arts. She will be honored at the Viola Awards ceremony to be held in Flagstaff on March 7. In what has been dubbed “Flagstaff’s Oscars,” the event ccelebrates excellence in the arts and sciences. The Viola Awards recognize artists, educators, organizations and leaders who make positive contributions to the arts and sciences in Flagstaff. Nearly 600 people attend the gala event to celebrate and support these inspirational people and organizations.
