by April Allman | Mar 16, 2020 | Artisans
You might find Molly Whitt in her car on her lunch break sketching an urban landscape. An otherwise gloomy day — barren trees, chainlink, and industrial concrete — is made beautiful by three birds perched atop the drab warehouse. Molly captures the scenes in ink and...
by April Allman | Mar 9, 2020 | Artisans, Career
Horticulture was Sharon Weis’ first academic degree. In her late 30s, however, with three kids in tow, she returned to school to pursue her true passion — art. “I had long ignored the call to draw and paint, and could do that no longer,” Sharon says. At 40, she...
by April Allman | Mar 3, 2020 | Artisans, Career
Roxy Lentz is a self-taught metalsmith who makes her jewelry almost entirely from upcycled silverplate trays — the kind you receive as wedding gifts or for accomplishments and then donate to the thrift store. The material does not have much initial value (as it is...
by April Allman | Feb 28, 2020 | Artisans, Career, Today's Woman Now
In honor of Women’s History Month, we have some special treats for you…yay! Here’s what you will find in this month’s issue: Most Admired Woman voting has begun! DEADLINE: March 18 at noon. Read about our cover model Sharon Weis and...
by April Allman | Mar 19, 2019 | Artisans
Artistry is an ability that comes naturally to many, but some artists often study with those who are more experienced as a way to teach others or enhance their personal skills. Debra Lott began taking art lessons at age 12. It was her dream, her calling, and she knew...
by April Allman | Mar 19, 2019 | Artisans
As the saying goes, necessity is the mother of invention, an adage artisan Clay Simpson takes to heart. While attending Western Kentucky University, Clay wanted to purchase a belt with the WKU logo on it, something he could proudly wear to tailgate parties and...
