Homer’s galleries and public art spaces showcase new work by local and statewide artists during March First Friday. Stroll the galleries, meet the artists and enjoy the variety of mediums on display.
Art Shop Gallery
202 W. Pioneer Ave.
No First Friday
Art Shop Gallery is not hosting an art opening this month, but invites community members to stop by and enjoy their recently acquired Byron Birdsall watercolor originals, new mammoth tooth pendants and mammoth ivory and gemstone earrings by Homer’s Bering Sea Designs, a new line of salmon leather jewelry by Homestead Handicrafts, as well as their varied selection of other Alaskan art, including paintings, pottery, jewelry, ivory and woodwork. Winter hours are Monday through Saturday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Visit the gallery online at artshopgallery.com.
Bunnell Street Arts Center
106 W. Bunnell Ave.
Ceramics by Kendra Harvey
Opening Reception, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., Artist talk, 6 p.m.
Bunnell Street Arts Center presents ceramicist Kendra Harvey exhibiting as well as hosting two plate-painting workshops for Bunnell’s 30th Annual Plate Project. Harvey has a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Ceramics and Painting from the University of Anchorage Alaska and has years of experience in arts education, having taught ceramics at a university level and worked in nonprofit art organizations.
As a ceramicist, storytelling is the foundation of Harvey’s art. “Throughout time and across cultures, mythologies have been formed out of our everyday lives. These shared narratives illuminate human nature, provide comfort, and foster connection. Reinforcing this connection is the core of my work.”
Harvey’s work is an investigation of pervasive queries about the human experience and world around us. How do we define ourselves in the other? Which of our unique qualities can also be universal? Is there a purpose to human imagination, and why do we filter our reality through it?”
Harvey will host two plate-painting workshops, open to ages 18 and older on Saturday, March 2 and Saturday, March 9, noon to 5 p.m. During these workshops, participants will learn how to paint ceramic surfaces, applying under glazes and glazes using a variety of painting techniques, while discussions will surround illustrative narratives on functional décor and the unique qualities of ceramic surfaces. All materials needed for the course are included and participants are also welcome to bring their own tools, such as fine brushes, if they have them. For more information, visit the gallery online at bunnellarts.org.
Fireweed Gallery
475 E. Pioneer Ave.
Akurah Project #10, Mixed media work by Krista Etzwiler
First Friday Opening Reception, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Fireweed Gallery presents “Akurah Project #10” by Krista Etzwiler, ceramic forms on driftwood and reclaimed wood. Akurah is a Hebrew word that means restoration of the whole self, including physical, mental and spiritual well-being. With her work, Etzwiler investigates how life experiences can shape and reshape our destination, both metaphorically and literally. Each piece is a story of exploration, emotion and discovery, conveying its own feelings and experiences to be interpreted by the individual.
Using organic hand-formed clay, driftwood, reclaimed wood, glass, and a variety of color combinations, each creation is unique and a celebration of the power of time to tell the stories that have shaped us, acknowledging the beauty in each creation and the complexities of our own ever-changing journeys. Visit the gallery online at fireweedgallery.com.
Grace Ridge Brewing
870 Smoky Bay Way off Lake Street
Photography by Katie Martin
First Friday Opening Reception, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Grace Ridge Brewing presents photography by Katie Martin. A born-and-raised Midwesterner and a nurse by trade, Martin has lived in Homer for over a decade, further nurturing her lifelong passion for exploring the natural world here and when she travels — walking through a rainforest in Costa Rica, climbing to viewpoints of the glacial lakes in Banff and fly-fishing the waters of the Anchor River. With this collection of photography, Martin shares some of her favorite images and viewscapes.
Homer Council on the Arts
355 W. Pioneer Ave.
“Support Your Locals; Winters Long”, Acrylic paintings by June Denver
First Friday Opening Reception, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Homer Council on the Arts hosts acrylic paintings by June Denver, with her exhibit “Support Your Locals, Winters Long.” In this body of work, Denver shares paintings inspired by swimming several of Alaska’s bodies of water, walking through nature, and viewing wildlife.
A multidisciplinary artist with a focus in health first and painting as one of many creative outlets, Denver is inspired by nature, the ocean and the world around her and her work is expansive and covers multiple subjects. Outside of the visual arts, Denver plays a myriad of instruments and is skilled in finish carpentry. She enjoys being outdoors and strives to promote a healthy and active lifestyle by participating in countless activities including surfing, yoga, hiking, cross country skiing, skating, ice swimming, dancing, weight lifting, fishing.
Pratt Museum
3779 Bartlett St.
“Light in Bloom”, Oil paintings by Faith Revell
First Friday Opening Reception, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Pratt Museum & Park presents “Light in Bloom”, oil paintings by Valdez artist, Faith Revell, inspired by Alaska’s ever-changing light. An East Coast transplant, Revell has lived in Valdez for the past 12 years. A remote and beautiful community situated between the Chugach Mountains and Prince William Sound, wind, weather and snow dominate and seismic shifts occur often.
As a result, Revell studies natural phenomena and human geography, observes and documents light changing and life unfolding and navigates an environment of extremes. Then, she offers up a visceral, lively painted expression and work that embodies movement and the play of elemental forces. Revell’s work will be on display at the Museum through May 12. Visit the Pratt Museum online at prattmuseum.org.
Ptarmigan Arts
471 E. Pioneer Ave.
“Cabin Fever”, Multi-member exhibit
Gallery open Friday, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Ptarmigan Arts showcases “Cabin Fever”, a multi-member weekend show exhibiting numerous mediums, including stained glass, clay, photography, woodworking, fiber arts and more. Showing new styles and mediums, hidden back stock and everything in between, check out what the artist’s have been working on to fight their winter blues. Visit Ptarmigan Arts online at ptarmiganarts.com.
South Peninsula Hospital
4300 Bartlett St.
“We Are All Connected”, quilts by Kachemak Bay Quilters
South Peninsula Hospital displays “We Are All Connected”, a series of quilts by quilters Francie Roberts, Jane Regan, Nan Thompson, Pat Sims, Ruby Nofziger and Sara Reinert. Developed by quilters during the pandemic when connecting with others was very challenging, a ribbon of hand-dyed fuchsia connects nine unique quilt panels, with the quilts themed around the idea of identifying, accepting and appreciating human differences, while recognizing our connectedness. Donated to the hospital by the quilters, they are located on the lower level of the hospital, near the Rehab/Long Term Care entrance, accessible via the lower level entrances.
The Dean Gallery
40374 Waterman Road
No First Friday
The Dean Gallery will be closed for First Friday and the first week of March, re-opening with originals and reproductions by Jeff, Ranja, and M’fanwy. Stop by and inquire about a studio tour to view Jeff’s latest commission in the works. Visit them online at deangallery.com
#10, a mixed media piece by Krista Etzweiler, is on display in her solo exhibit, “Arukah Project,” at the Fireweed Gallery through March. Photo provided by Fireweed Gallery
“Denali Wonderland,” oil on canvas by Faith Revell, is on display at the Pratt Museum through May. Photo provided by the Pratt Museum
Woodworking by Ted Heuer is on display in the Ptarmigan Arts March exhibit, “Cabin Fever.” Photo provided by Ptarmigan Arts
Original carved maple panels by M’fanwy Dean are on display at The Dean Gallery. Photo provided by The Dean Gallery
“Steelhead Trout,” a photograph by Katie Martin, is on display at Grace Ridge Brewing through March. Photo provided by Grace Ridge Brewing
Earrings by Homestead Handicrafts are among dozens of artists’ works available year-round at the Art Shop Gallery. Photo provided by the Art Shop Gallery
