Folks, the Premier Issue of AMERICAN TRADITION, the Journal of the Contemporary Longrifle Association is in route to all members of the CLA. Many have already received it as is evident from this thread, but others are still anxiously awaiting their copy. (I’ve not yet received mine either!) As you enjoy our new publication you will recognize familiar names; members of not only the Contemporary Longrifle Association, but the Kentucky Rifle Association and the Honourable Company of Horners as well. Many of which are also members of ALR.
This first issue is only a sample of what each full color bi-annual journal will feature. American Tradition will present a broad range of informative articles highlighted with exquisite photography. Plans are to not only feature contemporary art and artists, but to also provide educational and technical articles pertaining to antique arms and related works of art. And… instead of featuring articles about one particular artist, we plan on presenting articles pertaining to different aspects of the “art” so that work of many artists can be highlighted in each issue.
The second issue is already in the works, with articles by Mark Silver, Ted Franklin Belue, Michael Galban and Steve Hench that will be illustrated with spectacular color photography. The theme for issue two is “Documenting the Past” and CLA members can expect it in late July.
During the last twelve years the CLA has developed into an organization of individuals who are influenced by some aspect of the American Longrifle. Our goal with this Journal of the CLA is to educate, disseminate information, promote the association, its members and their art, and historical arms and related arts.
Only members of the CLA will receive future issues of this publication, so I personally invite you to become a member by visiting our website;
www.longrifle.com As most of you already know, our annual show is held each August in Lexington, Kentucky. This year’s dates are August 19-21. Hope to see you there!
Mel Hankla – Editor
