Happy Pride everyone! As pride month comes to an end, I’d like to highlight some queer artists that I’ve discovered throughout my own journey of self discovery. If you’re looking to add some more LGBT+ icons into your music rotation, check out some of my personal favorites! Zolita Zolita, my first lesbian icon. I discovered
The story being told through art became personal — what did these objects say about the person commissioning them? It is only in the modern era that art tells the story of the artist rather than the patron. Cortés’ digital still lives dig into the connection between personal object and family history. Here, Cortés talks
Virginia Carr, a rising senior at North Central High school, credits those who came before her – her grandmother (Carr’s namesake), her teachers and advisors – in getting her to where she is now. Carr, 17, is involved in her school’s theater program as cast and crew. Her passion for the arts is deep-rooted –
A new festival celebrating disabled artists and their work is to take place at one of Sussex’s best-known venues. Disabled + Disobedient Festival will be held at Brighton Dome on 6 July. Organisers said it will will offer an afternoon of free workshops, talks and networking sessions created by and for deaf, disabled and neurodivergent
A local artist used his talent to bring awareness to veterans struggling with mental health and those who have died by suicide. His art helps families move forward and highlights the importance of checking on those you love. Six days out of the week, Michael Thomas can be found at She Brews Coffee carefully designing
ISLAMABAD: A new art show titled ‘Laminated’ that opened on Saturday brought together captivating works of two artists united by their profound connection to the natural world and its impact on humanity. Organised by Alliance Francaise, the exhibition featured the works by Zahra Jadoon and Nazir Hunzai. Zahra Jadoon’s playful sculptures and paintings celebrated the
TULSA, Okla. — A local artist is continuing his mission of honoring veterans by gifting portraits of soldiers to their loved ones. Today, one of those paintings was given to the family of a National Guardsman who took his own life. Christopher Fuentes’ family said he was adventurous, outgoing and a man of faith. “He
Even after two decades, Mike Schell says the Penticton Elvis Festival keeps getting bigger and better every year. The president of Western Canada’s largest and longest-running tribute to the King of Rock N’ Roll watched Saturday, June 29, as performers from across the globe took the stage at Okanagan Lake Park. “It’s been a great
Dozens of bands, all comprised of young musicians ages 14-20 brought the Summer Youth Music Festival on Saturday to the Factory, a creative artist compound in St. Petersburg. The festival, presented by Cordero Music and Project No Labels, was created to give young artists a professional stage. The public was invited to enjoy their sound
4TH OF JULY SALE Don’t miss this deal Standard Digital Access $4 for 1 year Already a subscriber? Login Visions of the Wild on Saturday announced the theme of its ninth annual festival and issued a call for local contributors and artists. Visions of the Wild’s Re•Generation takes place Sept. 13 through 14 at various