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Chuck Dovish showcases The Natural State from a bird’s-eye view in the all-new special “Exploring Arkansas From Above,” premiering Monday, Nov. 29, at 7 p.m. on Arkansas PBS and livestreaming at myarpbs.org/watchlive.
“Anyone who appreciates and enjoys seeing the magnificent, natural beauty of the state will be awe-inspired, and taken aback by the splendor Arkansas has to offer from the air,” Dovish said. “Not only did we visit all regions of the state to capture well-known landmarks – we also returned throughout the year to document these sites through changing seasons.”
Utilizing a state-of-the-art cinematic drone, the special highlights unique rock formations, iconic landmarks, stunning waterfalls (frozen and unfrozen), magnificent waterways and popular scenic byways through all four seasons in Arkansas.
Among the areas featured in the film will be:
Also featured are photographers Tim Ernst and Jeff Rose and drone operators Brian Emfinger, Brent Walker and Benjamin Oliver.
During the premiere broadcast, Dovish will be live in studio sharing his experiences from filming this latest travelogue. Viewers will have the opportunity to make a donation during the program to receive “Exploring Arkansas From Above” t-shirts, unique notecards, DVD and photographic prints from the show. All items will also be available at myarpbs.org/EAFromAbove.
“Exploring Arkansas From Above” will also air Thursday, Dec. 2, at 4 p.m. and Saturday, Dec. 4, at 10:30 a.m. and 9:30 p.m. An extended version will air Wednesday, Dec. 8, at 2:30 p.m.
About “Exploring Arkansas”
“Exploring Arkansas” is a one-of-a-kind program that showcases what Arkansas is all about and focuses on the extreme adventures available in The Natural State. Each episode includes high adventure and outdoor recreation, featuring some of the most breathtaking and spectacular sights in Arkansas. Chuck Dovish has been on the road in The Natural State for more than 40 years. He began “Exploring Arkansas” for Arkansas PBS in 2005. Episodes and additional information are available at myarkansaspbs.org/exploringarkansas.
About Arkansas PBS
Arkansas PBS, Arkansas’s only statewide public media network, enhances lives by providing lifelong learning opportunities for people from all walks of life. Arkansas PBS delivers daily, essential, local, award-winning productions and classic, trusted PBS programs aimed at sharing Arkansas and the world with viewers through multiple digital platforms, including livestreaming at myarpbs.org/watchlive, on-demand services and YouTube TV, and the distinct channels Arkansas PBS, Arkansas PBS Create, Arkansas PBS KIDS, Arkansas PBS WORLD and Arkansas PBS AIRS on SAP. Members with Arkansas PBS Passport have extended on-demand access to a rich library of public television programming. Arkansas PBS depends on the generosity of Arkansans and the State of Arkansas to continue offering quality programming. Additional information is available at myarkansaspbs.org. Arkansas PBS is broadcast on KETS (Little Rock), KEMV (Mountain View), KETG (Arkadelphia), KAFT (Fayetteville), KTEJ (Jonesboro), KETZ (El Dorado) and KETS (Lee Mountain).
At ACS, we believe that if we provide filmmakers an arena to exhibit their talents, and film enthusiasts a healthy diet of quality programming, we can inspire more Arkansans to make and watch more films. By supporting filmmakers, festivals, theaters and young people interested in filmmaking throughout the state, we hope to create statewide network, pool Arkansas’s resources and be an umbrella organization that feeds all things film. We believe a rising tide lifts all boats.
To be a filmmaker, we have to connect to create. A painter needs a brush, paint and a canvas. A director needs a writer, a cinematographer, a sound mixer, production designer, editor, actors, distributors, and an audience. We cannot do it alone. This art form forces one to collaborate and thus, creates jobs. Filmmaking is unique in the arts in this way. It takes an army.
