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Weekly Calendar of Upcoming Events and Performances

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April 28–May 4, 2024

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Ketchikan Community Chorus Spring Performance

Sunday, April 28, 2024
3:00 pm4:30 pm
Sunny Point Conference Center

Woo Hoo!! This will be a fun performance!!!

Artist Space Gallery - Open Art Competition

Wednesday, May 1, 2024

In addition to the selected artists, the jury will select award winners in the following art categories: painting, photography, sculpture. All selected artists will receive a digital award certificate. An article about each artist will be displayed alongside the best of show and three winners. The best of show will be displayed on the poster of the exhibition. Judging the artwork will be based on the following criteria: creativity, originality and quality of art, overall design, demonstration of artistic ability, and usage of medium. The jury will not consider artworks with pornographic or satanic content. Entry fees are $20 for two pieces of artwork. You may submit more than two images; there is no limit to the number of images an artist may submit. The application deadline is May 01, 2024.

Juneau Arts & Humanities Council (JAHC) Gallery Season 51 Applications

Wednesday, May 1, 2024

The Juneau Arts & Humanities Council (JAHC) is now accepting exhibition proposals for the upcoming Gallery Season running October 2024 through September 2025.

Eligibility: The JAHC Gallery Program supports both established and emerging Alaskan artists showcasing new works, while representing the broadest spectrum of visual art media. Individuals, groups, and organizations are invited to apply; preference will be given to applicants currently living in Alaska. The Juneau Arts & Humanities Council welcomes original artwork created within the last three years and not previously exhibited in Alaska. Artists who have been awarded a solo exhibition in the JAHC Gallery Program should wait two years after the date of their exhibition to apply again. Artwork should not violate city, state, or federal laws, or endanger viewers.

Exhibition proposals must include the following:

Your contact information
Artist statement & bio
Artist resume
Exhibit proposal
Five high-quality images of your work with descriptions (including title, medium, year completed, dimensions, etc.)*
Any interest in offering an educational component such as a workshop, demonstration, or lecture
*Applicants who propose to exhibit all new works may provide a sample of current work, sketches, drafts, or photographs that best illustrate the proposal.

How to Apply: Submit a proposal online using this application form: https://airtable.com/appaonIQ57HoNqjRT/shrtrAIKjyg2kbYHE. Proposals must include all the materials listed above to be considered complete. To request a paper application, please contact the JAHC Gallery Manager.

An application fee of $40 will be charged to applicants and will be applied to a year-long JAHC membership. If you are already a member in good standing, your application fee will be waived. Applicants who may be experiencing financial hardship are encouraged to inquire about a scholarship.

The deadline to submit proposals is May 1, 2024 by 11:59 pm Alaska Standard Time.

Arts Report on KRBD

Thursday, May 2, 2024
8:20 am8:35 am
KRBD Studio

Each week at approximately 8:20 am KRBD hosts the Ketchikan Area Arts and Humanities Council for their weekly report on arts and humanities in Ketchikan and the surrounding area. Get a synopsis of the local music scene, performances, Gallery exhibits, pop-ups, and Calls to artists. The Arts Report often features special guests from the Ketchikan Theatre Ballet, Artists, and Curators. Tune in weekly to KRBD 105.3 FM Ketchikan, Metlakatla and Saxman, 107.1 FM North Ketchikan, Ward Cove, and Ketchikan, 101.7: Craig, 90.7: North Point Higgins, 90.1: Mountain Point, Hydaburg, Klawock, and Thorne Bay.
If you would like your event to be aired in the Arts Report please let us know by the Thursday prior.

Ask UAS - Climate Change in Alaska: Our State in Transition

2024 Blueberry Arts Festival Logo Release & Booth Applications Open!

Friday, May 3, 2024

Opening Reception - "Old Wooden Boats" an exhibit by Beth Antonsen

Friday, May 3, 2024
5:00 pm8:00 pm
Main Street Gallery

This solo exhibit at the Main street Gallery displays historical tools, images, and photographs of Ketchikan's historical boats, plus oil paintings and drawings depicting Beth's family's history with boats.

Celebration of the Sea Art Walk and Blessing of the Fleet!

Friday, May 3, 2024
5:00 pm8:00 pm

Head downtown for a joyful evening full of art, community and more art!

In 2024 the Celebration of the Sea Art Walk will extend into two days!!! Saturday May 4th Ketchikan will celebrate the opening of the Salmon Walk - a trail along the Ketchikan Creek educating on the area’s natural history but also highlights the profound contributions of local artists!

Ketchikan Salmon Walk Unveiling and Artist Market!!!!

Saturday, May 4, 2024
10:00 am1:00 pm
Married Man's Trail Totem Heritage Center along Kichxáan Heéni (Ketchikan Creek)

Saunter along downtown to the Grand Opening of the Ketchikan Salmon Walk. A 1.5 mile loop that takes you into the nature, culture, art and history of the fish that return every year to the Kichxáan Heéni (Ketchikan Creek). Dedicated to the importance of salmon and the continuing need to share their stories and encourage stewardship of he fish and their habitat.

For the Opening of the Salmon Walk Ketchikan Artists will be featured in a Salmon Walk Artist Market in the Museum parking lot!!!

Great American Song Book - Vocal Jazz Camp

Saturday, May 4, 2024
12:00 pm1:30 pm

Image Credits
TOP ROW (L-R)
Stephen Jackson, Seward Shame Pole, Saxman, Alaska, 2017 - Ketchikan Community Concert Band, image credit Felix Wong - Evy Posey, "Cosmic Wyvern", Mixed UP the 35th Annual Wearable Art Show, 2021 – Ricardo Búrquez, "My World", 2016 - Evon Zerbetz & Rich Stage, "A Trip to the Library", 2012 - Terry Pyles, "Yeltatzie Salmon", 2015

BOTTOM ROW (L-R)
Kathy Flora, Marcie Pungowiyi, New Path Dancers, "Thunder”, ShapeShift the 26th Annual Wearable Art Show, 2012, image credit Ernie Meloche - Rhonda Green, Tongass Historical Museum entry gate, 2021 - Ketchikan Theatre Ballet, Spring Gala "The Four Seasons" May 2021 -  Nathan Jackson, "New Thundering Wings", 2016 – First City Players, "39 Steps", Jack Finnegan, 2021, image credit Jeff Fitzwater - Jackie Keizer "Sailing Off Into A Tequila Sunrise", Mixed UP the 35th Annual Wearable Art, image credit Jeanette Sweetman 2021 - Shawna Hofmann, Andiamo Dance Company, image credit Jeanette Sweetman, 2021- Ricardo Búrquez, “Pipe Junction” 2021 - Isreal Shotridge, Chief Johnson's Totem Pole, Ketchikan, AK. 1955

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