Alaska Small Business Development Center

Highlighting: The Painted Whale

February 1, 2018

The Painted Whale, a cultural tourism operation focused on public art, is the first company of its kind in the Kenai Peninsula and state. Owner Justine Pechuzal was a freelance artist teaching and painting murals when she became inspired to explore a business idea focused on sharing stories and art with locals and tourists alike.

Read about this thriving business here!

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