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First Friday: January 6, 2012 – Anchorage Press: Arts

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1326406208 37 First Friday: January 6, 2012 Anchorage Press: Arts

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302 G (JO JO DE-GO-GO)- Presents the photography of long-timeAlaskan, Rick Boots. Rick’s photography covers the artistic gambit,from sports to wildlife to just-plain-living with a vibrant andunique form. The show premieres First Friday and will run throughthe month of January. Artist will be present for opening receptionfrom 5:50 to 8 p.m. (302 G St.)

ANCHORAGE MUSEUM- See calendar listings for First Friday events,plus enjoy the ongoing exhibits including the Andy Warhol Museum’s”Supertrash” exhibition featuring more than 200 pulp film postersfrom the 1930s to the 1980s. Also catch Earth, Fire and FibreXXVIII, the Anchorage Museum’s biennial juried craft exhibition isone of the state’s longest running juried exhibitions. This popularstatewide exhibition showcases Alaska artists working with clay,glass, metal, wood, fiber, skin, bone or stone. In “Wonderland ofToys,” the museum’s atrium will be transformed into a tableau oftoys, some that date back as far as the 1800s. “Wonderland” will beon display through January 8. The Fifty Stone Lithographs of FredMachetanz (1908-2002) will also be on display continuing throughFebruary 26. Machentanz was one of Alaska’s most popular artists,known for his paintings and prints depicting daily life in Alaska.(625 C St.)

ANCHOR PUB- Whey Bowerson, Brooks Morgan, Erik Duwe, and DevinYoung has a collaborative show with canvas work and steam pipe art.Accompanied by great music line up: Thunderfish, The Flying Lion,Dubious Character, and The Heretic Foundation to close out with DJ.Art viewing starts at 6 p.m., music entertainment at 7 p.m. (712 W4th Ave.)

ARTIQUE LTD.- Presents Steven Gordon, new works in oil, andacrylics by Gretchen Hancock, January 6th through the 31st, with aFirst Friday opening reception from 5 to 7 p.m. (314 G St.)

CAKE STUDIO- Presents “Dreams on Film” by Ben Morino. This youngbudding photographer’s hobby is taking pictures using thrift storepurchased 35mm film format cameras. He prefers this to digitalformat so he can capture the image and not edit it beyondrecognition. This combined with Ben’s interest in thelomography-style art movement makes a very interesting collectionof photos. Also enjoy the sweet tastes of Cake Studio’s coffee,chocolates and pastries. First Friday reception from 6 to 9 p.m.(608 W. 4th Ave.)

CRUSH WINE BISTRO- Presents Roman Rubio’s “Untitled: ACollection of Works” with opening reception 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. (343W. 6th Ave.)

FIDDLEHEAD GALLERY- Presents an evening with Dallas Wildeve withher show, “Heart Is Where the Home Is.” This delightful collectionincludes Mixed Media with Thread as well as Acrylic and Ink onTyvek. The image is titled “Home Maker”. Reception from 6 to 9 p.m.(706 W 4th Ave.)

GRAPE EXPECTATIONS- Presents the vibrant oil paintings of AlexisAlamillo. Come soak your eyes in splendid color for the month ofJanuary. Opening Reception from 6 to 9:30 p.m. (510 W 6th Ave)

INTERNATIONAL GALLERY- The following exhibits open with a FirstFriday reception from 5:30 to 7:30 Jan. 6 and run through Jan.28. The Annual Member Artist Exhibition features members ofInternational Gallery. The Guest Room features ”Cross Even aShallow River Deeply – Alaskan Photography” by famous Japanesewildlife photographer Michio Hoshino. Event will be attended byJuneau author Lynn Schooler, who’s relationship with Hoshino wasthe basis for the book and play, “Blue Bear.” Gallery is open fromnoon to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday. (427 D St.)

JOHN SCHWIEDER’S ALASKA- Photographer John Schwieder willfeature his best Alaska landscape and wildlife images from 2011.Reception from 5 to 9 p.m. (416 G St.)

MABEL MCKINLEY- Presents First Friday with Katie Cronk featuringbeautiful hand painted silk scarves. 5 to 6 p.m. (920 W. 6thAve.)

MOOSE A’LA MODE- Presents artist debut, Mary Lochner, showing”Relics of a life,”

Original acrylic paintings and mixed media artwork. Reception firstFriday from 5:30- 7:30 p.m. Jeap Preeyaporn also presentsthree-dimensional artwork capturing the soul of the Thai peoplethrough January. (1001 W. 4th Ave.)

OCTOPUS INK- Collection of locally made art and musicalperformance by Laura Oden and Chris Smith. Reception from 6 to 9p.m. (410 G St.)

SACKS CAFÉ- First Friday at Sacks featuring photographer PetraLisiecki presents a collection of color prints from her timeshooting backstage at the Anchorage Opera. Featuring images fromPagliacci, Eugene Onegin, La Boheme and more. Sacks will offer aspecial appetizer & wine pairing to celebrate Petra’s show (328G St.)

SEVIGNY STUDIOS- Presents “Elaborate Expressions,” the graphite,pen and ink, oils, and scratchboard art of Nathan Perry. Nathan’swork is an enticing mix of impressionism and realism and includesportraiture, wildlife, and spiritual themes. Visitors will beserenaded by the music of “The Fridge Magnets”, a versatileacoustic duo playing blues, folk, rock and grunge. Reception from 6to 9 p.m. (608 W. 4th Ave.)

SNOW CITY CAFÉ- Presents Jordan Thaman with “Grin City,” largeacrylic works depicting series consists of large, expressiveportraits of smiling people in acrylics. Opening reception from5:30 to 8 p.m. Show runs through February 2. (1034 W. 4th Ave.)

STEPHAN FINE ARTS- Introduces the original oil paintings of ChipBrock. Brock is a wildlife artist who shows across the country,yet now resides here in Alaska. We are proud to pass the mantleof ”Alaska’s Premiere Wildlife Artist” to Mr. Brock. OpeningReception Friday, 4:30 to 9 p.m. at Stephan Fine Arts, locatedinside the Hotel Captain Cook. (939 W 5th Ave.)

UPSTAIRS STUDIO- The New Year brings a busy First Friday forUpstairs Studio. We will be featuring the works of local artistAmanda Brinkley. Her intriguing body of work captures her passionfor exploring new places and the people in them. Visitors will alsoenjoy our “Wishes, Hopes and Dreams” prayer flag challenge ondisplay. Information about the various classes offered in the NewYear at Upstairs Studio will be available as well. Reception from 5to 9 p.m. (406 G St.)

AROUND TOWN

APU: CONOCOPHILLIPS GALLERY- Presents “Manifestation,” featuringJustin Costiniano and Brandi Mayfield, who are just beginning toput together a series of pieces that are technically consistent anda lot of fun. This 2-person exhibit provides them both anopportunity to exhibit their recent artistic output of fun drawingsand sculptures. Opening Reception 5:30 to 7 p.m. (4101 UniversityDr.)

APU: CARR GOTTSTEIN GALLERY- Presents “Portraits From The End OfThe Road” by Brianna Allen. By manipulating color, form, andtexture she seeks to describe her subject’s being. Her paintingapplications create lively gestures and sincere sensitivities torepresent direct impressions of who the subject appears to be.Opening Reception 5:30 to 7 p.m. (4101 University Dr.)

COFFEE CATS- John Hagge’s “Alaska Winter,” on display all ofJanuary, with a meet the artist event. Come enjoy your Saturdaymorning coffee with Alaskan artist John Hagge on Saturday, January7 from 9 to 12 a.m. (2101 Abbott Rd.)

MIDNIGHT SUN BREWING COMPANY- Brighten your New Beer Yearwith First Firkin Friday on the Southside. Hit Midnight Sun BrewingCompany’s First Firkin Friday at 5 p.m. to catch the tapping of ourcask-conditioned keg of CoHoHo Imperial IPA, dry-hopped withCascade hops. Art show is “Another Round” by Scott Clendaniel,appropriately featuring oil paintings of BEER. Firkin tapped at 5p.m. and close at 8 so don’t be late. (8111 Dimond Hook Dr.)

TAP ROOT- Presents work by Kim Sherry who started work on herAlaska Native Series in 2009. The collection of portraits, animalsand scenes that reveal the strength, character and determination ofAlaska and its indigenous people, who lived generations ago. (3300Spenard Rd.)

UNWINED- Enjoy tast treats, sip cider and ogle the fantasticwine inspired artwork by local artist Nathan Kurzmann. Throw yourresolution into our “Maybe this year…” bowl and you could win agift from us. (751 E. 36th Ave. Suite 113)

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