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Our Summer 2026 issue features a painting called "Dune Shadows" by local artist Robin Popp. This particular image is featured inside as part of The Ocalan Art Edit, which is called "The Enduring Power of Landscape Painting," an exhibit curated by Jordan Shapot. You can read about the significance of Popp's painting in this issue's "Inside The Ocalan."
What's Inside
Inside The Ocalan: When a painting takes you back in time and becomes a good cover.
The Cartels in the Forest: A former addict tells of buying drugs in the Ocala National Forest.
Conversation: The Ocalan talks with Steve Morse, guitar legend of Deep Purple fame.
Dressing for the Occasion: A light-hearted look at the culture's affinity to dressing down.
Photography: Dave Schlenker has gone from telling stories with his pen to through his lens.
Literature: Michael Koontz published his first novel at age 87, and the timing was pefect.
Everyone has a Story: The search for a female subject resulted in a lesson about insecurities.
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Where Am I?
The beautiful print version of The Ocalan is available to our esteemed subscribers who enjoy home delivery. Complimentary copies can be found at our business partners listed and at various lobbies, coffee shops and other public spaces where engaging content is placed for those who appreciate long-form magazine narrative.
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