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Artist Rosemary "Rozzi" Redmond shows a series of acrylic paintings with fishing themes at Grace Ridge Brewing in Homer, Alaska. The exhibit is open through September 2025. Photo by Christina Whiting

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Art for an ocean life

Redmond’s current exhibit aims to connect with those who have experienced similar thrills and excitement while on the…

A piece of the poster for the 2025 Sacred Acre festival in Ninilchik, Alaska. This year's festival will take place Sept. 5-7.

Community

Alaska EDM festival ‘Sacred Acre’ returns for 4th year

Started in 2022, the annual autumnal festival will be Sept. 5-7.

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

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Inclusivity in art

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

"Avocado Toast" is a portrait photo taken by Amaia Nicole Crain in 2025 in Homer, Alaska. Photo provided by Amaia Nicole Crain

Community

Pushing boundaries

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

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

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Homer’s art scene heads into fall

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

"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

Community

August First Friday

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

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

Community

An exploration of curiosity

Local artist showcases new and previously completed mixed media pieces.

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)

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Arts council presents annual awards

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.

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Salmonfest to return for 15th year of fish, love and music

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

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

Community

Budding flowers, budding art

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

Peonies bloom on Friday, July 4, 2024, in the garden beside Cosmic Kitchen on Pioneer Avenue in Homer, Alaska. Photo by Christina Whiting

Community

Chamber hosts 6th annual Peony Celebration

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

"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

Community

July First Friday

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

"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

Community

Fine art in invented spaces

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