TWIG CROWNS AND PAPER BOATS featuring artist ABBEY ULEN
2026-09-04 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Anchorage) | Kenai Art Center, 816 Cook Ave, Kenai, AK, 99611
First Friday Opening Reception September 4th. 5– 7 pm
In our main gallery we welcome the works of artist ABBEY ULEN in her solo show titled TWIG CROWNS AND PAPER BOATS.
In Abbey’s words:
I truly believe it’s crucial to keep our sense of wonder and curiosity alive. Through this
collection, I hope we’re reminded of where we began—the toys we cherished, the
exploration of the natural world, the people who shaped us, and the magical imaginings
about adulthood that defined our playtime.
Using techniques like thin, flat paint passages contrasted with highly rendered areas, and
layering of additional elements, helps convey emotion in my work. I’m strongly inspired by
the styles of artists like Mary Cassatt and Andrew Wyeth, as well as the imagery and
storytelling of European medieval paintings.”
Live Music, refreshments, artist talk. Open to the public and all are welcome.

Silent Art Auction 2026
2026-10-02 17:00 - 19:00 UTC
The Silent Art Auction is back in full force for OCTOBER 2026!
The Silent Auction opens at our First Friday Opening Reception October 2nd 5–7 pm.
The largest annual fundraiser for the Kenai Art Center is just around the corner. The Kenai Art Center is 100% funded by private donors and we couldn’t exist without this support.
The KAC staff has handpicked and invited your favorite KAC artists and Kenai Potters Guild potters to participate by donating unique and original art for the month of October.
The Silent Auction bidding starts October 2nd at the First Friday Opening Reception.
This year we are collaborating with the Kenai Potters Guild and will be auctioning off beautiful pottery crafted by the potters and decorated by KAC artists.
Visit the gallery often during the month to place your bids on the bid sheet next to the silent auction art works, right up until October 30th!
This fundraiser supports the Kenai Art Center’s workshops, programs, and preservation of our historic old town Kenai building. Many thanks to everyone for supporting and participating!
More details coming soon!
