Small Space, Big Ideas: Where Chris Echtner’s imagination soars
byTucked upstairs in Chris Echtner’s two-story Madison home is the small studio where all of her big ideas come together for her mixed-media paintings.
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Where Creativity Lives: Diana and Tom Johnston’s studio home
byThe Johnstons own Brewery Pottery,which houses their living quarters upstairs, a downstairs gallery and enough studio space for both of them to pursue their passions.
Four Stories of Thriving as an Immigrant in Madison
byRead the stories of four immigrant women in Madison who have become steeped in the American way, while retaining and sharing the rich cultural fabrics of their countries of origin.
Finding Contentment in Artistic Pursuits
bySeveral women in the Madison area have found that art, in any of its various forms, can be an engine for contentment.
How Darcy Luoma Overcame the Unimaginable
byRead the story of how professional life coach Darcy Luoma faced the unimaginable and emerged stronger.
City Sojourns
byThe Midwest might be considered flyover country, but the quality of art, architecture, cuisine and shopping in many of our cities can compete with the caliber of the coasts.
Chicago: A Birthplace of Architectural Innovation
byThere’s no doubt that Chicago fascinates those of us who live in its little cousin to the north. We head there for shopping, shows and exciting nights on the town.
Grand Rapids: The Varied Delights of La Grande Vitesse
byGrand Rapids—a mid-sized city in western Michigan on the banks of the Grand River—is known playfully as “Beer City USA.”
Minneapolis: Get Iconic in this Artful Metropolis
byIt might not offer more warmth or less snow, but Minneapolis nevertheless entices, with many interesting sights, good eats, satisfying drinks and unique shops.
St. Louis: Rediscover an Evolving City
byIn recent years, St. Louis has embraced its urban roots with new boutique hotels, celeb-chef-run restaurants and attractions you definitely won’t find anywhere else.