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Demolition Democracy: Jeremy Charles and the Capturing of Small-Town Oklahoma
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A photographer from Oologah debuts a new series documenting demolition derbies in small towns of Oklahoma.
Tailfins, Tikis, Rockets and Robots
Tulsa artist Chris Wollard’s garage studio tells the story of his influences, including classic cars, Futurists and machine performance art.
8 Aesthetic Negotiations: A Philosopher’s Thoughts on Contemporary Art
In conversation with Shannon Fitzgerald, Sherri Irvin, Ph.D. shares her ideas about the philosophy of contemporary art.
re v i e w s 12 They’re All Blonde: An Interview with Romy Owens
Oklahoma City artist Romy Owens discusses recent developments in her hand-stitched photography work, as well as her goals for the future.
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p re v i e w s 14 MAINSITE Contemporary Art Showcases Six Artists on the Rise
For their annual Emergent Artists exhibition, the Norman gallery selected six artists who represent current trends in today’s art world.
18 Between the Lines: The Limitless Possibilities of Printmaking
Two Stillwater artists, Kristin Gentry and Michelle Himes-McCrory, have collaborated on an exhibition which blends their styles to highlight printmaking’s vast possibilities.
20 Drawing Onto Stone: The Art of Katherine Liontas-Warren
In her current exhibition at the Oklahoma State Capitol, the Lawton artist showcases her ability to tell a story through images.
22 New Genre XVIII: Breaking the Mold
The annual New Genre festival, hosted by Tulsa’s Living Arts, brings provocative contemporary art and performance to Oklahoma.
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f e a t u re s 24 Aaron Hauck: Transmutations of the Stone Age and “I Generation”
In preparation for the Art 365 exhibition, Aaron Hauck is creating two sculpture series that examine consumer culture from an archaeological perspective.
26 John Hope Franklin Reconciliation Park: An Artistic Testament to the Life of a Community
A new Tulsa park and public art project honors John Hope Franklin and pays homage to the Tulsa Race Riot of 1921.
b u s i n e s s o f a r t 28 Ask a Creativity Coach: A Goal Without a Plan is Just a Wish
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The Creativity Coach offers tips on making the right resolutions to get your year on track.
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OVAC News
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Gallery Guide
(p. 4) Jeremy Charles, Tulsa, Untitled, Photography (p. 6) One of the small metal robots that inhabit the Tulsa studio of Chris Wollard. (p. 14) Alejandro Bagajewicz, Norman, Twins Peek, Mixed media, 49.5” x 52” (p. 24) Cast resin Clovis points by Art 365 artist Aaron Hauck of Ada.
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