In February, 2026 the Alaska Native Arts Foundation partnered with the Alaska Native Heritage Center to support an artist gathering at the Heritage Center. During the gathering photographer Chris Arend shared tips and resources on photographing art work for artist portfolios. John Hagen set up a photography station to take professional headshots for artists. Melissa Shaginoff, Alaska Outreach and Engagement Specialist from the Smithsonian National Museum of the American Indian, shared about opportunities for conducting research with the Smithsonian collections.
Thank you to everyone who joined us for this collaboration.
We hope to organize more artist gatherings in 2026.
