Oregon Art Beat

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Paul Alan Bennett: Commercial artwork and teaching paid the bills, but Paul Alan Bennett found his true artistic calling when he bought a hand-knit glove in Istanbul. It opened him up to a new style he dubbed "knit-knack."; Watch this story now
On the web:: PaulBennett-art.com

Glass Artist Linda Ethier: Glass artist Linda Ethier is one of the pioneers of glass fusion. As much a sculptor as a glass artist, Linda's complex evocative images often take more than a month to create.; Watch this story now
On the web:: lindaethier.com; margojacobsengallery.com

Ukulele Player Jim D'Ville: Meet Jim D'Ville, a key figure in Oregon's ukulele revolution. Yes, a ukulele revolution is taking place in the Beaver State — especially in Portland — where dozens of aspiring musicians have rediscovered this unusual little instrument. Learn why the ukulele has surged in popularity and hear how Jim's uke fits right with his new jazz band, Caravan Gogh.; Watch this story now
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On the web:: Caravan Gogh; Artichokemusic.com — If you’re inspired to take up the Uke yourself, good news! Jim teaches through Artichoke music. You can contact him through their website.; pdxUke.com — And if this story inspired you to pick up the uke, now is a great time to learn. There are lots of ukulele groups popping up all over the state. A good place to start is the Portland Ukulele Association. They’ll get you going.

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