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The Face of America
2019 Vol. 3 Issue 3
PHOTOGRAPHY: EFDLT STUDIO
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ARTISTS MUSEUM CURATORS PEOPLE WHO LOVE TALKING ABOUT ART PEOPLE WHO VISIT MUSEUMS EVERY WEEK PEOPLE WHO HAVE NEVER BEEN TO A MUSEUM ALL VOICES MATTER
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EVERYONE HAS SOMETHING TO SAY ABOUT ART The Face of America Magazine
Art is an invitation to a journey; a journey to discover, to express, to be free, to overcome, to have a voice. During the Americart road trip I asked people, everyday Americans, what art meant to them. Everybody had its own words to talk about art but I d i s c o v e r e d a c o m m u n i t y, a brotherhood where no matter who you are, where you are, art is here to talk the same language. Americart is a celebration of art in the heart of America. Come with us in this journey.
EDFLT STUDIO, FILM DIRECTOR
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Americart is first of all about love and celebration of the transformative power of art. During the creation of the collective artwork, I could see everyday, watching footage and pictures coming from the camera crew, the words and symbols of love painted on this canvas, by passersby, artists, museum curators or even law enforcement officers. Art is love, that is the ultimate message and teaching from all the wonderful individual we have met and interviewed all across the country. Across the ten amazing American cities and counties who partnered with us to create Americart, the Film Director EFDLT Studio and her camera crew were the witnesses of the critical role of art and culture in diverse communities, from large cultural hubs like Wichita, KS, to small rural communities like Elko, NV. Americart is also an invitation to travel to these ten cities and counties and experience directly their arts and culture offerings, museums, music festivals, art galleries and cultural centers. The film and series will be released in mid 2020, we’ll keep you informed of the exact release date and hope you’ll enjoy watching and sharing. We are pleased to announce that the World Premiere of Americart will happen at the McPherson Opera House, McPherson, KS, on May 8th, 2020. This project has been made possible by our partner WhistlePig Rye Whiskey, that I want here to warmly thank for their constant support, and in particular Eliza McClure, Brand Director.
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FILMED ON LOCATION FROM AUG 15, 2019 to SEP 15, 2019
WORLD PREMIERE MAY 8, 2020
McPherson Opera House, McPherson, KS
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WORLD PREMIERE AMERICART A EFDLT STUDIO FILM PRODUCED BY LEGIT PRODUCTIONS PRESENTED BY WHISTLEPIG RYE WHISKEY IN ASSOCIATION WITH THE US CULTURAL AND HERITAGE MARKETING COUNCIL FILMED ON LOCATION IN MONTGOMERY COUNTY, MD FRANKLIN, TN WICHITA, KS MCPHERSON, KS PUEBLO, CO GLENWOOD SPRINGS, CO ELKO, NV BAKER COUNTY, OR RENO TAHOE, NV SONOMA COUNTY, CA
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MCPHERSON OPERA HOUSE 219 S Main St, McPherson, KS 67460
FOLLOW FILM DIRECTOR EFDLT STUDIO AND HER CAMERA CREW DIANA QUINONES, DIRECTOR OF PHOTOGRAPHY TYLER STONE, 2ND UNIT DIRECTOR OF PHOTOGRAPHY
BEHIND THE SCENES OF AMERICART
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TEAM DEPARTURE FROM BROOKLYN, NY, AUG 15, 2019, 8:00AM
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THE MAKING OF THE COLLECTIVE ARTWORK
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REVEALING OF THE COLLECTIVE ARTWORK AT HEALDSBURG CENTER FOR THE ARTS, SONOMA COUNTY, CA The Face of America Magazine
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SPECIAL THANKS TO THE WHISTLE PIG TEAM FOR THEIR SUPPORT The Face of America Magazine
Meet Some of the amazing individuals that have been interviewed along the road for Americart Thank you to all of them.
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MARTHA ARTIST MONTGOMERY COUNTY, MD
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BILL MAIER MUSICIAN FRANKLIN, TN
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REBEKAH LEWIS JOSH TRIPOLI MURAL ARTISTS WICHITA, KS
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LIZ SHEPERD ARTIST, OWNER OF PRAIRIE WORKS ART PRETTY PRAIRIE, KS
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AMANDA SMITH CLAY ARTIST MCPHERSON, KS
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EMILY GRADISAR OWNER OF TICK TOCK ANTICAFE PUEBLO, CO
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TROY CASEY OWNER AND BREWER, CASEY BREWERY GLENWOOD SPRINGS, CO
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ARMANDO DELGADO SADDLEMAKER ELKO, NV The Face of America Magazine
TERRI AXNESS ARTIST, MUDDY CREEK STUDIO BAKER COUNTY, OR
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MICHELLE MCCAULEY DANCER RENO, NV
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JESUS URINCHO ARTIST BARBER SONOMA COUNTY, CA The Face of America Magazine
WHISTLE PIG RYE WHISKEY Respect Tradition, Embrace Progress
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There’s a lot to learn from the past. But we believe the best era for Whiskey is in front of us. We are constantly pushing ourselves to try new things and to unlock the potential of Rye Whiskey. We protect what makes Rye Whiskey great, toss out the rest, and then innovate to make it better. Rye is a bratty grain. It’s difficult and like a great Bordeaux takes many years to truly reach its potential. Fortunately for us we have a significant inventory of exceptionally aged Rye Whiskeys, beginning with our original release, WhistlePig Rye - Aged 10 Years. But age isn’t just a number. We challenge ourselves to see if we can push the boundaries to redefine exceptional aged Rye Whiskey. That’s how our obsession with finishing started.
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We scoured the globe to find some of the most unique and interesting casks available and even developed our own cask using oak straight from our Farm. We painfully surrendered some of our Whiskey to rest in these casks and then proceeded with the hardest part of our jobs. We waited. Patience paid o in the form of WhistlePig Old World Rye. This marriage of 12 Year Straight Rye Whiskey finished in Port, French Sauternes and Madeira casks is a symphony of flavor, uniting the bold character of American Rye with the elegance of Old World barrel aging traditions. WhistlePig Estate Oak Rye brings the art of finishing back home. This 15 Year Aged Straight Rye Whiskey is finished in sustainably harvested Vermont Estate Oak from the forests surrounding our Farm - a pure expression of Vermont's best.
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After years of devotion to patient aging and blending, we turned our attention to experiments with grain - in particular the bygone practice of malting rye. Before industrial catalysts were introduced to increase efficiency, farmer distillers would malt a small portion of their rye harvest in order to access the grain's starch content and set off the fermentation process. Floral, earthy flavors imparted by malted rye would add nuance to the bold, peppery spice character of classic rye whiskey. To harness these flavors for our oldest expression of WhistlePig yet, we selected a whiskey distilled from 79% rye, 15% malted rye, and 6% malted barley. These grains form a harmony that spans the flavor spectrum, at once soft and floral, rich and savory, and full of spice. It's complexity is only heightened after 18 years in the barrel.
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In 2013, WhistlePig's founder Dave Pickerell released The Boss Hog - a manifestation of his dream to transcend even our limits for Rye Whiskey. Since then, each rare edition of The Boss Hog, has realized the five promises Dave set forth - to be Single Barrel, Bottled at Proof, Powerfully Complex, Distinctly Unique From Anything We've Done Before, and Stupendous. The Boss Hog Edition 六 is the first American Whiskey finished using Japanese Umeshu, the product of a genuine collaboration between WhistlePig and Kitaya brewery on Japan's Kyushu island. This sixteen year old Straight Rye Whiskey was created using koji fermentation, a technique first introduced to the American Whiskey industry by Jōkichi Takamine - The Samurai Scientist. His moniker and likeness adorn each bottle of this groundbreaking release.
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Located 67 miles north of San Francisco, Hotel Healdsburg encompasses the Sonoma wine country’s simplicity and charm. The Hotel is set on the western edge of Healdsburg's historic town plaza, and guests can enjoy some of the world's finest vineyards, restaurants and shops within minutes of the front steps.
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Beautifully appointed guest rooms, country gardens, pool, and the luxurious spa provide a tranquil setting for guests to relax within the hotel grounds. Dining is a highlight of the Hotel where guests can savor Sonoma County's bounty of extraordinary wines and fresh seasonal ingredients at acclaimed Chef Charlie Palmer's Dry Creek Kitchen. Hotel Healdsburg oers a broad range of meeting and special event spaces for executive board meetings, wedding celebrations, wine tasting, lectures, and other occasions.
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Thank you to Maegan Lavelle Front Desk Agent, for the professional and friendly service.
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The Wisdom House is the oldest home in Baker City, est 1878. It is in the Heart of Downtown Historic District just walking distance to shops, restaurants, museums, parks and so much more. This Historic Home features 4 bedrooms (2 with Queen Beds and one King); 2 Sofa Beds (Queen and Full), open concept 3rd floor with 4 single beds , 2 baths, large dining room and , eat-in kitchen breakfast area and loft area.
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The upstairs 2nd floor bedrooms open up onto a Balcony overlooking Downtown Baker City. The upstairs bathroom features a claw-foot bathtub and Plush bathrobes are provided for your comfort. This home has Central Air-conditioning for those hot days. Free Wireless Internet. Flat screen televisions are provided, with Netflix and DVD's. Large yard for any function or activity planned such as Family Reunions, Weddings, Company Meetings, or just a fun getaway. Come Check out the Pig! A Charcoal BBQ that looks like a Pig is provided.
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The story of the Ambassador Hotel Wichita, Autograph Collection begins as far back at 1926. The building which now houses the boutique hotel was once home to the popular Union National Bank and Dockum Drug Store, the nation's very first lunch counter sit-in.Â
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Nearly eight decades later, the hotel opened its doors and set new, higher standards with an engaging staff trained to anticipate the guests’ every need. The goal continues to blend the rich past with modern elements that today's sophisticated travelers have come to expect. A perfectly designed and decorated hotel with curated art pieces that reflects Wichita’s passion for the arts and culture. Official Website
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AUTHENTIC CULTURE
BY RICHARD PETERSON
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Culture is the collective summation of human expression, belief, and memory shown and viewed through tribal lenses. Heritage is the physical and cultural elements that each tribe holds onto over time. The Cultural Traveler explores authentic stories covering the diverse cultural and heritage experiences across the Unites States and territories.
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From Native American’s to the immigrants of today we explore the rich and intertwined history and stories of the dierent cultures and communities that make the patchwork quilt we call America. Through art, music, cuisine, nature, historic sites and festivals the voices of cultural connections take shape. Every story deserves to be told. Richard Peterson, Publisher The Cultural Traveler
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“As publisher of The Cultural Traveler, I seek authentic stories about America’s diverse arts and cultural experiences. By exploring historical perspectives and the evolving cultural landscape, The Cultural Traveler shines a light on the most fascinating corners of America.”
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WESTERN DIGITAL RELIABILITY AND DESIGN
MY PASSPORT 5TB AMERICART’S CHOICE FOR DATA STORAGE The Face of America Magazine
Western Digital Corp. (NASDAQ: WDC) just introduced the refreshed WDÂŽ-brand My PassportTM and My Passport for Mac drives. The award-winning My Passport line now features the slimmest 5TB portable hard drive in the WD brand portfolio at just 0.75 in (19.15mm) thick. The stylish design fits in the palm of a hand, yet has space to store, organize and share a tremendous amount of photos, videos, music and documents.
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The stylish new drives feature a fresh look and are available in capacities up to 5TB. The My Passport drive comes in cool new colors including Black, Blue and Red, while the My Passport for Mac drive is Midnight Blue. The My Passport drive is formatted for WindowsÂŽ 10 and will feature a USB 3.0 connector that is compatible with USB 2.0. The My Passport for Mac drive is formatted for macOS Mojave and will have a USB-CTM connector to deliver plug-andplay storage out of the box. This new hard drive has been used by the Film Director of Americart on the road, and worked perfectly everytime, across a 4,000 miles journey.
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