In researching Celebrate IOWA, Carson Ode attended as many festivals and events as he could over a two-year period, making it to 103 Iowa festivals/events. There is a range of sophistication covered, from world-class events to small towns celebrating their ethnic heritage. This 400-plus, 8 1/2"x11" page book covers activities including a Nationwide NASCAR race, Drake Relays, Amana's Oktoberfest, multiple music festivals and the Iowa State Fair. Over 2,000 photos enhance the experience.
The 400-plus, 8 1/2"x11" pages of IOWA—Spaces, Places, Faces are the vehicle for a text describing the terrain, the four seasons, the people and the basic history of Iowa, as well as the experiences of Connie and Carson Ode as they spent the year 2008 exploring the state—county by county. There are color photos on every page (1,400 total) to help you visualize the trip. The information-laden text is spiced with humorous anecdotes for a delightful read—a comprehensive book on the state of Iowa.
Artist's Studio: Carson and Connie Ode
Carson and Connie Ode were featured on KCCI-TV. Watch the video here on KCCI.com.