June First Friday: Meg Smith

May 28, 2026

The June First Friday is fast approaching, and we are stoked to be showcasing Meg Smith's artwork for the event! We've had Meg's work in the shop for years and are so inspired by her story and passion for her craft. Let's talk a bit about Meg and her journey as an artist!

Creating art, for Meg, is first and foremost about inspiration. Nature provides that inspiration, especially deep snow, flowing water, and Alaska’s abundant wild places. It all started on the beach, as a child, where she collected seashells to paint and give away as gifts. Meg studied graphic design in college and started her own business right after graduating. Her many adventurous side jobs, such as whitewater raft guiding and commercial fishing, further inspired her and helped shape her art. After moving to Alaska, she pursued another lifelong dream: becoming a pilot. Much of her current work, featuring an eagle-eye view of remote mountain landscapes, reflects this newfound passion. 

Meg's artistic process starts with scribbling down her initial inspiration in a sketchbook, or whatever she can find, and then taking that to her studio. She finds inspiration in experiencing Alaska's wildness - landing a plane on a glacier, ridge scrambling, a breath of icy air, some frozen eyelashes, you name it. The intention behind her work is to ignite that spark of magic she feels when enjoying the Last Frontier. She wants those who witness her work to feel that same spark, to feel the magic of Alaska. Meg specializes in painting and mixed media; her background in graphic design and illustration, combined with her natural artistic talent, truly does produce one-of-a-kind pieces. 

In her personal life, Meg truly does it all. She's an artist, a pilot, an adventurer, a mother, a wife. Meg and her husband built their home on a private airstrip located between the Chugach and Talkeetna Mountains. When she's not in her studio, she's outside taking inspiration from the mountains, glaciers, rivers, and vast wilderness that make up Alaska. 

Now that we've talked about Meg's story and artistic style, let's go over a few of our favorite pieces that we carry in the shop! One of our new arrivals, Make A Wish, depicts the rugged mountain peaks and dancing Northern Lights that paint our skies every winter. Meg's Flight Of Two piece encompasses her love for flying and experiencing Alaska from above. Two other staff favorites are Revelation and Under the Northern Sea; both pieces showcase the bounty of our land and the wide array of flora and fauna. 

You can find Meg Smith's work in our art gallery located in the Seward Boat Harbor or at our online storefront. We have lots of options in the shop, from framed canvas prints to notecards and stickers! Come by the store on Friday, June 5th, from 6-8 p.m. to witness her work and hear about it from our knowledgeable team! 

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