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I Make Alaskana Pop Art | INDIE ALASKA
Season 6
Episode 21
For this born and raised Alaskan, "Alaskana pop art" is a vehicle for exploring his Alaskan heritage and the modern world at large. This mural installation took place at Anchorage Community Works, community art and music space in Anchorage, Alaska.
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