Deadline: July 20

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If you’ve ever thought about your artwork hanging in the Alaska State Museum in Juneau, turn that thought into action by applying for a solo exhibition. Follow the instructions at
http://www.museums.state.ak.us/documents/asm/solo_review_12.pdf to apply. Deadline: June 15, 2012

This opportunity is Open to all resident Alaska visual artists who have not had a solo exhibition at the Alaska State Museum (ASM) within the past six years. The Museum is seeking original work in any media.

Accepted exhibitions will be for a period of approximately one month and will be scheduled at a time mutually agreed upon by the Curator of Exhibitions and the artist. For more details, see the application at the link above.

Mac Kenchie Petersburg workshops!

Plein Air Painting Workshops
June 3 and June 9, 9am to 3pm
Bring your own lunch and art supplies (open to all mediums).
Class meets in the Petersburg library parking lot.

Drawing Workshop
June 5, 10am to 4pm
Bring your own lunch and art supplies (charcoal and graphite).
Class meets in Petersburg City Council Chambers.

Portrait Workshop
June 8, 10am to 4pm
Bring your own lunch and art
Class meets at the ANB Hall

Independent singer songwriter David Reynolds announced plans to release a music video for his new song “In Full Uniform” on Memorial Day, dedicated to all enlisted and veteran military troops. The music video will premiere on Monday, May 28 via YouTube and regional TV station KPU in Reynolds’ hometown of Ketchikan, Alaska.

The song “In Full Uniform” is from Reynolds’ upcoming EP titled “Evergreen,” which is set to be released on June 4. Reynolds was asked to write the song for a tribute to veterans compilation album, but he was initially hesitant because he had not experienced military service himself. One night last winter, Reynolds read the action report detailing his uncle’s U.S. Army service in Vietnam, where he gave his life for his country at a young age.

“While imagining what it must have been like to be so young, facing those kinds of experiences, I realized that people are still going through this today,” Reynolds said. “The song seemed to write itself all at once. It’s not a political song. It is simply a tribute to each individual soldier.”

Reynolds hired Seattle director Ian Connors to produce the music video for this special song. Connors is a military veteran who got his start in film as a combat cameraman in the Air Force for eight years. With his company 8Rivers Films, Connors’ recent work includes cinematography and production credits on the award-winning documentary films “Man Zou: Beijing to Shanghai” and “Sonicsgate: Requiem for a Team.”

Reynolds was able to raise $9,000 from mostly Alaskan businesses to produce the music video for “In Full Uniform.” He launched a Kickstarter campaign last week to raise the final post-production costs for the video, and he is offering prizes to Backers including copies of his previous two albums, unreleased songs, credits in the video and a private concert.

David Reynolds performs live in Seattle this Thursday, May 17 at the High Dive (513 N 36th St). View his upcoming tour schedule at davidbreynolds.com.

About the Artist

As a young man with roots on the coast of Washington State, singer songwriter David Reynolds moved to Alaska in search of adventure and music. In Ketchikan, he developed his craft as a commercial fisherman by day and musician by night. He released his debut album “Partial to Blue” in 2008, as strong country and folk influences began to emerge into his own soulful sound. Reynolds released his sophomore album “Go Along Blind” in 2010, building a strong following across the Pacific Northwest. His third release, the 5-song “Evergreen” EP, is set for release on June 4, 2012. Learn more at davidbreynolds.com.

Children’s Carnival, 10am – 1:30pm, The Plaza
Drawings every 1/2 hour, Free games.  First 225 people receive a $5 gift certificate from McDonald’s, Taco Time or Polar Treats!  Sponsored by The Plaza and Lighthouse Church of God

Rainboot Race, 3pm @ New Library Site
Help make a splash by setting a Guiness World Record for the World’s Largest Rainboot Race! Pick up your registration card at The Plaza.  Fill it out and bring it to the new library site at 2pm.  Race starts at 3pm.  You must wear your rainboots!  “Race” will be along the 3rd Avenue Bypass.

Xtratuf Ball, 7-12 pm, The Plaza
Shake your booties to live music from Ray Troll & the Ratfish Wranglers and The Smoking Chihuahuas.  The Asylum will be serving libations.  Tickets: $15 single/$25 couple available at Bobwire’s and The Plaza