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grassEnd of Year Appeal 
What truly enriches your life? Tough economic times invoke much thought about what wealth really means. Our wealth as an arts community should not be measured by economic status.  We flourish through creativity, participation and opportunities for growth. That is what Alaska's arts scene is all about. The arts remind us of the different ways we are smart, promoting problem solving, independence, creativity and learning how to make more with less. Isn't this exactly what we need as a global community?  More than ever, Bunnell Street Arts Center needs and values your participation at any level. The shrinkage of the global economy this year has been felt severely at Bunnell... fewer out-of-state visitors, fewer collectors, lower corporate contributions. Nevertheless, today Bunnell is more people, more programs, more memberships and more conversations about what the arts mean to us.  Invest here---we'll build inspiration and excitement, community and friendship, sweetness and sustenance to get you through the whole year.  An attitude of scarcity creates scarcity. If you aren't sure what to do in these tough times, share a little of what you have and soon you'll feel a whole lot richer!  Thank you!    --Asia Freeman and Adele Groning

Click here to make a secure online donation to Bunnell through Guidestar.org or send a tax-deductible donation to the address above or call us for more information. And Thank You!

(2009 plate by Ahna Iredale painted by Janet K. Carroll)
November 6-December 2: James Behlke, paintings
Behlke, "Colorstudy"Opening reception Nov 6, 5-7, Artist talk at 6pm.
Jim Behlke grew up watching the northern lights in Fairbanks. He often sketched them at night and painted from the drawings indoors. Now he's working from memory and from his stash of drawings. He uses "wet in wet" techniques to produce color-field canvases that appear like Auroras.  Behlke has a BFA in printmaking from the University of Alaska Fairbanks and an MFA in painting from the University of Southern California.
 November 6-December 2:  Mary Ver Hoef, paintings
Ver Hoef, "Emerging Moose" Opening reception Nov 6, 5-7, Artist talk at 6pm.
Out of the Woods: "What comes out of the woods? An emergence of new growth, a profusion of wildflowers, a rainbow of leaf color and, of course, moose; these are the subjects that Fairbanks painter, Mary Ver Hoef, explores in the artwork for her show at Bunnell.  The bright acrylic paintings are edged with black and white predella, ink on paper border images that are part of her signature style. Primarily a landscape painter, moose are a newer subject for Mary."

  Alaska-grown singer songwriter Mariah VerHoef in concert
Mariah Ver Hoef
November 6th, 7:30pm
$10 adults, teens half price
Youth 10 and under free
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Mariah Ver Hoef was born in Fairbanks, Alaska in 1994. She started playing violin and singing at age 5, then moved on to bluegrass and traditional Irish fiddle. Mariah's first album was entirely homemade and released on her 14th birthday. She performs at folk festivals and professionally recorded a second album "So Far Away" that was released in July 2009. Mariah plays songs off that second album, "So Far Away" at Bunnell following the First Friday opening.
Michael Walsh Film Premier Thurs, November 12, 7:30 pm
Keogh, Experimental and avant-garde, "Ascent" is built from 35mm film stills, found sound and original music by Michael Walsh as well as new poetry by Li-Young Lee. It is a sensual, poetic journey about losing and finding ones self in Alaska.  Black and white with sound, "Ascent" will be projected in its original format, 16mm film and followed by other films by Walsh, never before screend in Homer.  Michael studied film at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and worked at the San Francisco Art Institute before moving to Alaska in 1993. 
Dining for Dollars at Donna and John's in Anchorage
Keogh, November 21st at 7pm
Bunnell members Donna Goldsmith and John LeTourneau host a fun fundraising dinner for Bunnell Street Arts Center in their beautiful Anchorage home. Enjoy delicious food and drink with Anchorage supporters of Bunnell and a few short performances by Alaskan performance artists. Donations to support the mission of Bunnell Street Arts Center will be gratefully accepted. For more information contact Asia 235-2662 or [email protected]
November 22nd, 1-4pm. Jo's Trunk Show in Anchorage. 
jazzline Bunnell goes on tour and brings a large selection of art, jewelry, paintings, pottery and other wonders to Jo Michalski's marvelous home in Anchorage.  Just in time for the holidays!  A great time to renew your membership.  Work by Sonya Kelliher Combs, Ann-Margret Wimmerstedt, Kathy Smith, Kathryn Carovano, the late Alex Combs, Deland Anderson, Judy Winn, Antoinette Walker, Turid Senungetuk, Linda Infante-Lyons, Rika Mouw, Sara Tabbert, Asia Freeman and Michael Walsh and more. Delightful day of art and wonder in a beautiful Anchorage setting.
 
Bunnell participates in Pick.Click.Give.
Pick.Click.Give LogoBunnell is one of several local non-profits participating in the State of Alaska's PFD Charitable Contributions Program, Pick.Click.Give. This program provides a safe, secure and easy way to make a donation to Bunnell. By giving through this program, you join Alaskans in bettering our communities and our state. For those of you who already support Bunnell, we appreciate your donations and hope you will use this option to make an additional donation. Pick.Click.Give donations to Bunnell are designated for our Operating Reserve Fund which helps us bridge the winter and continue our winter programs like Artist in Schools, innovative performances and monthly exhibitions. Your donation helps Bunnell's mission: to nurture and support innovative art of exceptional quality for diverse audiences.

You can find information about the program at www.PickClickGive.org.
Or give us a call here at Bunnell at 235-2662.

Life Drawing Group Every Tuesday, 6:30 to 9 PM
Life Drawing by GayeAnyone can join Homer's Life Drawing Group!  Draw from a live model in the inspired atmosphere of Bunnell's main exhibit gallery. Life Drawing meets throughout the winter on Tuesday evenings from 6:30 to 9 PM.  Bring your own drawing supplies - no instruction is provided. Drawing horses and tables and chairs are provided. $7 is requested to help pay for the model. Participants must be current members of the gallery at the $30 Individual level or higher. Its easy-- click on the membership link in in the right column of this newsletter or stop by Bunnell.  For more information about Life Drawing Group or to sign up to model (models are needed!) please call Gaye Wolfe at 235-7696.
Rent the Gallery space for a party!
Bunnell Street Arts Center is a great venue for a party, meeting or private event. Bunnell provides tables and chairs, table cloths and wine glasses and is located next door to one of Homer's most sought after caterers, Maura's Cafe.  Reasonable rates, call for details: 235-2662.
 
Studio Photography by Jacob Schmultzler.
FiveFootFoto image of Lisa Wood pottery Professionally promote your work by acquiring high quality images for your advertising and publication needs.
 
Lisa Wood Beck's pottery pictured.

Jacob Schmultzer is a Homer photographer who can travel to your studio or gallery. He uses backdrops, stands and color correcting lighting to give your pottery, jewelry, painting   and artwork the professional look that it deserves for your advertising and publication needs. Sessions start at $150.00 and include hi- and low- resolution versions of images on a CD delivered within 5 business days. Printing and password-protected online distribution also available. Visit my.photoshelter.com/fivefootfotos for examples of Jacob's studio and photojournalistic photography. Jacob can also be reached at 907.299.6112 or through his website.
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November@Bunnell
Bunnell Street Gallery Sign
Jim Behlke
Exhibiting Artist
Nov. 6-Dec. 2

Mary Ver Hoef
Exhibiting Artist
Nov. 6-Dec. 2

Mariah Ver Hoef
in concert
Nov. 6, 7:30pm

Ascent
Screening of Michael Walsh's new film
Nov. 12, 7pm


Dinner at Donna's
Nov. 21, 7pm
Anchorage

Jo's Trunk Show
Nov. 22, 1-4pm
Anchorage

Life Drawing
Tuesdays 6:30-9pm

all events at Bunnell unless otherwise indicated