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Spotlight: “ArtRap” presented by ArtWalk

February 23, 2015 by Catherine Blakemore

The once monthly ArtWalk has started a conversation entitled "ArtRap". It is located in the Center of Contemporary Arts and is presented alongside ArtWalk. Video by Catherine Blakemore ... [Read More…]

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JMC Network Newscast – September 19, 2014

September 19, 2014 by Optimist Staff

This week on the JMC Network Newscast. First we meet the Bean's new head chef. Then details on how the football stadiums construction is going to effect parking during summit. Also a look at the exciting new wildcat yell pep rally's, and how you can get involved. Finally all of the inside details of the life on the hill cast, and one of their own ... [Read More…]

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Artists display work at Downtown Artwalk

September 19, 2014 by Alex Horton

Abilene's monthly Artwalk attracts artists of all talents to display to the community. Video/editing by Alex Horton ... [Read More…]

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ArtWalk takes New Orleans theme with ‘CajunFest’

April 15, 2014 by Catherine Blakemore

Last Thursday, members of the Abilene community gathered on Cypress Street in Downtown Abilene for ArtWalk's CajunFest. Every second Thursday of the month, The Center for Contemporary Arts presents an art festival on Cypress St. The event brings the community of Abilene, the local artists and businesses owners together typically for a ... [Read More…]

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The art of Abilene: Museums are alive and well

March 20, 2014 by Alikay Wood

Every month, downtown Abilene offers an ArtWalk to celebrate culture and the arts. It is an opportunity to experience the cultural heritage of Abilene and also to discover that our city has a surprisingly large art selection. There are several museums across town and numerous opportunities to get involved in through events and classes. The Grace ... [Read More…]

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Senior art majors display work downtown

February 15, 2013 by Brantly Houston

Six senior art majors are set to have their artwork displayed at ACU's downtown gallery starting this Thursday. The show, entitled "Trending," will see a culmination of pieces from the students' time at ACU on display. David Singer, senior graphic design major from Pflugerville, said while every senior art major has a show, Trending is unique. ... [Read More…]

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Downtown ArtWalk to focus on ‘Love and Lust’

February 8, 2012 by Elizabeth Weiss

The restaurants, galleries and booths of downtown Abilene will be open for ArtWalk Thursday and sporting the theme "Love and Lust." The main events will be between 5 p.m. and 8 p.m. The event happens the second Thursday of every month. February's theme celebrates Black History Month and the upcoming Valentine's Day. During the walk, most of the ... [Read More…]

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Video: Abilene ArtWalk offers crafty fun for public

March 12, 2011 by Ben Weaver

Abilenians browsed arts and crafts booths and enjoyed live music during the ArtWalk event Thursday evening. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9U90Wn_7B0o Video/editing by Ben Weaver ... [Read More…]

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Abilene ArtWalk offers crafty fun for public

March 11, 2011 by Ben Weaver

Abilenians browsed arts and crafts booths and enjoyed live music during the ArtWalk event Thursday evening. Video/editing by Ben Weaver ... [Read More…]

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Video: International Earth Day Art Walk Unifies ACU Organizations

April 16, 2009 by Blane Singletary

Several organizations that are parts of ACU came together in this Art Walk. These virtuous groups benefit all humanity in various ways as live music was played. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PTGzFKPLjzk Video/editing by Blane Singletary ... [Read More…]

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The Optimist staff won several awards and competed at the Texas Intercollegiate Press Association 2026 convention in Denton this weekend. Students participated in live contests and submitted work from the past year into the competition.Here are the results.- 1st place: Live print news writing, Ashley Henderson- 1st place: Live print sports writing, Roman Raffaeli- 2nd place: Live tv announcing, Zion Webb- 2nd place: Live news photo, Daniel Curd- 2nd place: Newscast, Optimist Staff- Honorable mention: Documentary (video), Makayla Clayton- 2nd place: Documentary, JMC documentary production class- 3rd place: General news, Callie Leverett- Honorable mention: General column, Zion Webb- Honorable mention: Sports reporting (video), Roman Raffaeli- Honorable mention: Live sports action photo, Daniel Curd- Honorable mention: General news video story, Ashley Henderson- Honorable mention: Photo illustrations (Daniel Curd & Optimist staffStudents also received awards for their work through KACU and ACUTV.- 1st place: In-depth news reporting (audio), Ashley Henderson- 1st place: General news audio story, Baylie Simon- 1st place: Live sports coverage (video), Roman Raffaeli & London Gray- 2nd place: Live sports coverage (video), Josiah Wonnell & Londyn Gray- 3rd place: General news audio story, Ashley Henderson- 2nd place: Sportscast (audio), Daisy Strine & Zion Webb- 3rd place: Sportscast (audio), Daisy Strine & Zion Webb- 3rd place: Feature reporting (audio), Baylie Simon- Honorable Mention: Feature reporting (audio), Josiah Wonnell#acuoptimist #abilenechristianuniversity #studentmedia #tipa2026 ... See MoreSee Less

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