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    Arts
    Artists in the Homer Independent Living Center's Artability program are photographed with their artwork on display at the Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge during the 2025 Shorebird Festival in Homer, Alaska. Photo provided by the Independent Living Center
    Inclusivity in art
    By Christina Whiting • August 27, 2025 1:30 am

    The Homer Public Library showcases work by local high school students and ‘Artability’ group members.

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    "Avocado Toast" is a portrait photo taken by Amaia Nicole Crain in 2025 in Homer, Alaska. Photo provided by Amaia Nicole Crain
    Pushing boundaries
    By Christina Whiting • August 20, 2025 1:30 am

    Homer photographer’s debut shows her passion for portraiture and highlights social injustices.

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    A community member works with clay on a wheel in the ceramics studio at Homer Council on the Arts in Homer, Alaska. Photo provided by Homer Council on the Arts
    Homer’s art scene heads into fall
    By Christina Whiting • August 7, 2025 1:30 am

    Like the fireweed blooming in fields around town, Homer Council on the Arts’ activities are bursting onto the scene for…

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    "Musical Chair" is a photograph by Amaia Nicole Crain, with model Alisa Sonne, on display through August in her solo photography exhibit at Homer Council on the Arts. Photo provided by Homer Council on the Arts
    August First Friday
    By Christina Whiting • July 30, 2025 1:30 am

    Summer is in full swing and Homer’s galleries and public art spaces are abuzz with artists showcasing new and ongoing work.

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    Artist Ingrid McKinstry stands next to her current mixed media exhibit and her work available year-round at Fireweed Gallery in Homer, Alaska. Photo provided by Ingrid McKinstry
    An exploration of curiosity
    By Christina Whiting For Homer News • July 23, 2025 1:30 am

    Local artist showcases new and previously completed mixed media pieces.

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    Homer Chamber of Commerce Visitor Center Director Jan Knutson (right) accepts the Art Advocate award at  Homer Council on the Arts' annual Community Arts Award Ceremony on Saturday, July 19, 2025, in Homer, Alaska. (Delcenia Cosman/Homer News)
    Arts council presents annual awards
    By Delcenia Cosman • July 23, 2025 1:30 am

    Homer Council on the Arts presented seven community arts awards during their annual meeting Saturday.

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Attendees dance at Salmonfest in Ninilchik<ins>, Alaska,</ins> on Saturday, Aug. 3, 2024.
    Salmonfest to return for 15th year of fish,...
    By Chloe Pleznac • July 22, 2025 2:30 am

    This year’s festival will take place from Aug. 1-3 at the Kenai Peninsula Fairgrounds in Ninilchik.

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    Peony farmer and artist Gerri Martin hold a bouquet of budding Red Charm peonies in front of her packhouse of Diamond Ridge Road near Homer, Alaska. Photo provided by Gerri Martin
    Budding flowers, budding art
    By Christina Whiting For Homer News • July 17, 2025 1:30 am

    Local artist and peony farmer showcases the flowers in a new body of work.

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    Peonies bloom on Friday, July 4, 2024, in the garden beside Cosmic Kitchen on Pioneer Avenue in Homer, Alaska. Photo by Christina Whiting
    Chamber hosts 6th annual Peony Celebration
    By Christina Whiting For Homer News • July 10, 2025 1:30 am

    The weeks-long festival features art exhibits, events, flower sales, guided farm tours and more.

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    "Octopus" is an acrylic painting by new co-op member Heather Mann on display at Ptarmigan Arts in Homer, Alaska. Photo provided by Ptarmigan Arts
    July First Friday
    By Christina Whiting For Homer News • July 3, 2025 1:30 am

    Summer is in full swing, and Homer’s galleries and public art spaces celebrate with new and ongoing exhibits. During First…

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    "Woodland Moon" is a 2023 acrylic painting by Dan Coe on display through June 2025 at the Art Shop Gallery in Homer, Alaska. Photo by Christina Whiting
    Fine art in invented spaces
    By Christina Whiting For Homer News • June 26, 2025 1:30 am

    Anchor Point artist showcases his skills with exhibit of acrylic paintings.

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    Homer artist Michelle Michaud goes birding on the Anchor River in the summer of 2024. Photo provided by Michelle Michaud
    Intuition in abstract layers
    By Christina Whiting For Homer News • June 19, 2025 1:30 am

    Homer artist exhibits body of work inspired by colors, shapes, textures and lines she sees in nature.

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    “Kachemak Bay Stars” is an oil painting by Don Kolstad on display through June in his exhibit at Fireweed Gallery. Photo provided by the Fireweed Gallery
    Inspiring a multitude of imaginings
    By Christina Whiting For Homer News • June 5, 2025 2:30 pm

    June First Friday invites viewers to encounter multimedia art experiences.

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