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An Ode to Kids and Pets WE LOVE CHILDREN AND WE LOVE OUR PETS! What else can we say?

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August is one of our favorite months because we can focus on the theme of children and pets, and in this issue, you'll find ways to show your love for both.

The Oklahoma City Museum of Art recently announced free admission for children and teens, and Brent Gibson has another stunning design to showcase this month.

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INSIDE THE ISSUE AUGUST 2020

FEATURES 10 Free Art For Kids!

Kids, Teens Get Free Admission to OKCMOA, thanks to Chickasaw Nation, Cresap Family Foundation and Wiggins

14 Waukomis Wonderland Brent Gibson Classic Home Design Revitalizes A Whole Downtown

24 Fine Art Gets Wild Artist Reian Williams brings pets, children, portraits to life in Edmond

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30 Dog Biscuits Made Easy!

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OKLAHOMA TOURISM LAUNCHES NEW PARKING PASS PROGRAM On June 15, the Oklahoma Tourism & Recreation Department launched a new parking pass program at 22 Oklahoma State Parks.

Reflections Dental Care announced the opening of their newest location at 1108 NW 16th Street, just

Funds raised from the passes will allow the

west of Classen Blvd. in the former Union Mutual

Oklahoma State Parks system to return park facil-

Insurance building, built in 1965. At this location,

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and maintain them at that standard.

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“It is deeply important to all of us to keep Oklahoma State Parks affordable while provid-

itization technology by Dentsply Sirona, a global leader in healthcare technology.

ing the best possible experience for our visitors,”

While Oklahoma does have other Dentsply

said Jerry Winchester, executive director of the

Treatment Centers in the state, Reflections Dental

Oklahoma Tourism & Recreation Department.

Care is the first to invest in both the Sterilization

The passes will start at $10 for a one-day pass

Center and Treatment Centers that work together,

for a single-vehicle. Vehicles with an Oklahoma

making it comparable to European sterilization

or Oklahoma tribal license plate will receive a 20

standards, which are more stringent than typical

percent discount, making their pass just $8 per

American standards.

vehicle for a single day.

Reflections Dental Care’s sanitization and high-

Oklahoma residents age 62 and older and their

tech features also include MERV 15 HEPA filters

spouses will receive a 100% discount on the pass.

with Premier One high-intensity UVC light technol-

Honorably discharged veterans will also receive a

ogy in all of the HVAC systems to clean the air to

100% discount, and individuals certified by state

“hospital grade” levels of clean, 3D X-rays that can

or federal law as totally disabled and their spouses

spot health issues 2D X-rays cannot, and chairs

will receive a 50% discount.

that electronically record and notify offices when

WHEELER FERRIS WHEEL REOPENS Round up your family and friends: The Wheeler District Ferris wheel re-opened June 16.

“The summer season is here, and so is the Wheeler District Ferris wheel,” said Ashley Terry, vice president

it’s time for disinfection and maintenance.

PLAZA DISTRICT FESTIVAL CANCELED Due to the risks presented by the Coronavirus, the Plaza District Association and Plaza Business Alliance have decided to cancel the Plaza District Festival.

of development for the Wheeler District. “We can’t wait

"This event does so much for the community:

to see everyone hanging out in the hammocks, playing

brings families to the district, offers free activities

games and getting a bird’s eye view of downtown.”

and arts experiences, highlights local artists and

The iconic Oklahoma City attraction will operate under its regular hours:

musicians, and provides greatly needed revenue to our local businesses, but none of these benefits

+ Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday: 11 a.m. – 9 p.m.

outweigh the public health," says Plaza District

+ Friday: 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.

Executive Director Selena Skorman. “The magic of

+ Saturday: 8 a.m. – 10 p.m.

this event occurs when a large amount of people

+ Sunday: 12 – 9 p.m.

come together in celebration of the arts and the

+ Monday: Closed

district, and that is not something we should be

Single-ride tickets cost $6 per person, day

promoting or doing right now.”

passes are available for $10 and a season pass

The Plaza District Festival was scheduled for

sells for $20. Group ticket rates are available, and

Saturday, October 3. Though it has been canceled,

kids 3 and under ride free.

the Plaza District still encourages everyone to visit

During this season, the Wheeler District has

the district and enjoy its many amenities.

implemented new safety precautions. Staff will wear

The Plaza District receives support from Fowler

masks, manage social distancing in the ticket line

Automotive, Braum's Ice Cream & Dairy, and

and increase cleaning procedures, including wiping

Oklahoma’s Credit Union. For more information,

down gondolas with disinfectant after every ride.

please visit plazadistrict.org.

More information is available at www.wheelerdistrict.com/ferris-wheel.

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GIVING BACK

free art for kids!

KIDS, TEENS GET FREE ADMISSION TO OKCMOA, THANKS TO CHICKASAW NATION, CRESAP FAMILY FOUNDATION AND WIGGINS

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BEGINNING WITH THIS SUMMER’S SPECIAL

The Museum has expanded family-friendly

EXHIBITION, “POP POWER FROM WARHOL

amenities in recent years including kids’ texts

TO KOONS: MASTERWORKS FROM THE

in the galleries and changing tables in all

COLLECTION OF JORDAN D. SCHNITZER

restrooms. With the Museum now putting in

AND HIS FAMILY FOUNDATION,” OKCMOA

place new health measures to protect visitors,

WILL OFFER FREE ADMISSION FOR

OKCMOA is focused on grab and go activities

CHILDREN 17 AND UNDER.

like this summer’s “POP Power” gallery guide.

Prior to the COVID-related closing, admission for those 17 and younger had been $10.

When the Museum reopens to the public, there will be exhibitions on all three floors. In addition

Free children’s admission is possible thanks to

to “POP Power from Warhol to Koons,” other

generous support from The Chickasaw Nation,

exhibitions on view include “Dale Chihuly: Magic

Cresap Family Foundation and Chuck and Renate

& Light,” “Postwar Abstraction: Variations” and

Wiggin. Free children’s admission began when

“From the Golden Age to the Moving Image: The

the Museum reopened to the public in June.

Changing Face of the Permanent Collection.”

“Expanding access to the arts is good for all

Free children’s admission will include exhibitions

Oklahomans,” said Chickasaw Nation Governor

throughout the Museum, including “POP Power.”

Bill Anoatubby. “Our priorities have always been to

Adult admission is $12 with discounts available for

preserve our nation’s vibrant cultural heritage and

students, seniors and military members.

to enhance quality of life for our citizens. Supporting

The Oklahoma City Museum of Art is one of

OKCMOA in offering free children’s admission

the leading arts institutions in the region. The

aligns with these values and advances Oklahoma

Museum’s own diverse collection features high-

as a culturally rich and creative destination. We

lights from North America, Europe and Asia,

are thankful to have a wonderful art museum in

with particular strengths in American art and

Oklahoma City and we hope that many more kids

postwar abstraction.

are able to enjoy the incredible collection and exhibitions at OKCMOA moving forward.”

The permanent collection also boasts one of the world’s largest public collections of Dale

“While this initiative has been months in the

Chihuly glass, a major collection of photogra-

making, it is more critical now than ever,” added

phy by Brett Weston and the definitive museum

OKCMOA president and CEO, Dr. Michael J.

collection of works by the Washington Color

Anderson. “Many families in our community are

painter Paul Reed. The Museum’s renowned

making difficult decisions as a result of the pan-

Samuel Roberts Noble Theater screens the

demic; deciding whether or not to visit the Museum

finest international, independent, documen-

should not be one of them. We are extremely grate-

tary and classic films.

ful to our generous supporters for enabling the Museum to make this important change.”

The Museum serves over 125,000 visitors annually from all fifty states and thirty foreign countries.

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REVITALIZATION HAS RECENTLY COME TO THE TOWN OF WAUKOMIS, OKLAHOMA, A SMALL FARMING COMMUNITY SOUTH OF ENID, IN THE FORM OF A WHOLE NEW DOWNTOWN CITY BLOCK. The old, tired buildings that served the town had become dilapidated and worn and were an eyesore more than resourceful structures. Seeing this prompted Richard and Mo Anderson, well-known philanthropists and owner of Keller Williams Realty, to have a vision of restoring their home town where they grew up. They wanted to bring life back into the community, making it where people would want to go, gather, shop and celebrate weddings and family events.

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The newly-completed downtown Waukomis lights up at Christmas.

All decked out for Christmas, the wedding chapel is designed in turn-of-the-century style, a common architectural style in early-day Oklahoma.

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A mural depicts early day Waukomis and the "Pioneer" who settled the area.

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After visiting Waukomis with Richard and seeing the town, Brent listened to Richard and Mo’s vision for the new downtown and began work on the designs. During the design process, Brent called in his good friend and builder Brent Cornman of Brent Cornman Construction to assist and build the project for the Andersons. His background in commercial and custom homes was a perfect fit.

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THE DOBERMAN LOOKS AS IF IT COULD SUDDENLY BARK AND COME TO LIFE ON THE CANVAS IN EDMOND ARTIST REIAN WILLIAMS’ FINE ARTS STUDIO. On another wall, a cheeky lad in a baseball cap flashes a mischievous grin while a cocker spaniel lies lazily upon a rug.

As a lifelong artist, Williams spent his career studying in the United Kingdom and living out east to pursue art. It wasn’t until he returned to his hometown of Edmond did his passion and skill for fine art portraiture blossom.

Williams has also made a name for himself as a pet artist, using the photos of beloved pets to create portraits that come to life. He also has a portrait of INTEGRIS nurses who worked diligently during the COVID 19 crisis that will be hung at The Smithsonian.

“I did my very first portrait when I was 7. I did a portrait of a leopard, and that’s when my parents saw I had skill,” Williams said. “They always encouraged me.

I drew every day. Animals have always been my favorite because they are fun to do.”

After graduating from Edmond Memorial High in 1987, Williams traveled to Europe to study architectural design. His love for fine art grew as he traveled throughout Europe to see the frescos and paintings from the masters of the art.

When he returned to the U.S. Williams started a mural business in Florida. After 18 years of the grueling and physically-demanding work of a muralist, he then moved to North Carolina where he started a design business.

“I decided I didn’t like it,” he said. “It took a long time for me to break into the fine arts realm, mainly due to my confidence level and time. I have always been drawn to the classical style, and I always wanted to do and sell my own art.”

In 2014, Williams and his new wife, also an Edmond native, returned to Oklahoma.

One of Williams’ favorite subjects is pets. Having six dogs himself, Williams had always supported animal rescue organizations and he connected with Pat Becker, an Edmond-based animal advocate who ran a pet rescue. By painting pet portraits for the shelter, Williams’ 50% of commission profits helped the Edmond Shelter buy new cots for dogs.

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Melissa McCarthy shows off her painting by Williams on The Ellen Show.

In 2016, Williams’ publicist urged him to submit his portfolio to the Oscars gift bag program. He was accepted, and four years later, gift certificates for custom portraits are enjoyed by Oscar nominees.

“Melissa McCarthy was one person I did a portrait for. She took it on the Ellen Show,” he said.

Reian’s commission rates begin at the $500 mark. For more information on Reian Williams, visit reianwilliamsfineart.com, email reianwilliamsfineart@gmail.com or call 405-696-2647.

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