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MUSIC: Remembering John Lennon | Local News
I know there has been very a little bit of dying in my column recently. Regrettably, I am going to insert a little bit much more to it. A bit a lot more than 41 decades ago, Beatle founder and audio legend John Lennon was shot by a crazed fan outside his New York Town condominium. Dec. 8 just lately handed which marked the 41st anniversary of his loss of life. I have by no means generally been a enormous fan of the Beatles (even though I have four of their albums on reprinted vinyl) I have excellent respect for what they did for pop and rock songs. I figured…
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Longtime Photojournalist Mike Eliason Releases Santa Barbara Photography Book | Local News
In the parlance of photography, it’s called capturing the “decisive moment,” the split-second when the composition, emotion and technical elements come together in a perfectly timed image. You know it when you see it. Photographer Mike Eliason, 54, has been capturing decisive moments for the past 30 years, as a photojournalist, public information officer and hobbyist, earning a reputation as a top-tier photojournalist. At 5:30 p.m. Tuesday at Chaucer’s in Loreto Plaza, Eliason, an interminable introvert with a big smile and jolly disposition, will experience yet another special moment, but this time, he’ll be in front of the camera, with all eyes looking looking at him. Eliason will sign copies of…
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Face the Music: Pair music lovers on your list with these new local releases
I send tidings of comfort, joy and safety your way as we’re now knee-deep in the holiday season. I’m also going to send you out shopping. From digital releases to CDs, vinyl, all sorts of apparel and a sleigh full of other goodies, every local musical act that you love has stuff for sale that would find a comfortable home in the stocking of someone you know. So, consider this a musical Whitman’s Sampler of gift suggestions for the music lovers on your list. Which should mean everyone, because who doesn’t love music? And although 2021 was better than 2020 for sure (thanks, science), the local music community is still recovering…
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Visit Bend teams with local artists for new photography book: ‘Ineffable (Vol. III)’
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Looking for a way to tuck Bend under the Christmas tree? A new photography collaboration makes it possible, just in time for the holidays. Released on Wednesday, Ineffable (Vol III) is a photo book created by Bend photographer and designer Richard Bacon, along with 33 local photographers and Visit Bend. The book features nearly 100 images showcasing Central Oregon’s landscapes, people, world class recreation, and urban settings. “With the pandemic changing travel plans for many of us, Ineffable offers a unique way to experience the beauty and character of Bend,” explained Nate Wyeth, Visit Bend’s VP of Marketing + Communication, as well as a contributing photographer.…
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Holiday Marketplace fills Hannibal Arts Council with holiday cheer | Local News
HANNIBAL — The Hannibal Arts Council is brimming with holiday spirit during the annual Holiday Marketplace, featuring a wide variety of gifts created by 18 area artists. Michael Gaines, HAC executive director, said HAC members purchased several items as gifts during a preview event Nov. 12, and regular visitors return each year to purchase their favorite gifts. A majority of the Holiday Marketplace items are $99 or less, with several very affordable items. Gaines enjoys moments like when a guest asks what their spouse enjoyed the most during a previous visit, so they can purchase the item as a surprise gift. Black Friday and Small Business Saturday were successful, and…
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Wilson Foundation announces $100 million to support arts and cultural organizations | Local News
When Buffalo Bills founder Ralph C. Wilson died in 2014, he left behind a commitment in his will to improve life in Western New York and the money to help make it happen. To the stunned delight of more than a dozen arts and cultural institutions, that promise is about to become reality for them and their patrons. The Ralph C. Wilson Jr. Foundation today will announce a $100 million donation that will provide funding in perpetuity to support many of the region’s most well-known attractions. “I have never seen a grant in the cultural sector that is so far-ranging and communitywide. You are almost speechless,” said Daniel Hart, executive director…
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