Archive for March, 2009
North Carolina Movie Theaters
It’s become a sort of tradition that when I travel I try to see a movie in a local theater of whatever city I’m in. While it may seem like I’m missing out on exploring the city itself, I think a theater (and more importantly the films it shows) can tell a lot about the [...]
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indieNC article
indieNC is included in a nice article in the Independent this week. The feature is about local designers creating products using repurposed and earth-friendly materials. The article also highlights Raleigh designers Morgan Meredith, a textiles student at NC State and Jamie Powell of Revamp Vintage. You can read the full article and see a gallery [...]
Brian Walsby
Brian Walsby is a North Carolina comic book author, illustrator and musician. He will soon be releasing his 4th comic book, entitled Manchild 4. Check out his website for more details on upcoming events related to the book release. In addition to his art, he has played drums alongside Mac McCaughan and Ryan Adams, among [...]
Threads, ECOuture Fashion Show
This past Saturday THREADS, the UNC Greensboro Consumer, Apparel and Retail Studies Organization hosted a “ECOuture” fashion show at the Cultural Arts Center in Greensboro. On the catwalk were green-themed creations by students of the program including an elegant dress made from caution tape by designer Caroline Sulatycki. Outfits were required to be made using [...]
Anna Podris
I have been a long time fan of Anna Podris’ paintings. Her current work incorporates oils and encaustics into dreamlike paintings that are rich in detail, pattern, and color. It’s easy to get lost in her surreal landscapes as you begin to discover the unexpected materials, such as fabric and flowers, sealed between the multiple [...]
Band Profile: The Tender Fruit
The Tender Fruit is Christy Smith of Durham with Staci Sawyer performing on drums. Their songs are mellow and stirring. Christy has lent her sweet voice to such notable North Carolina musicians as Bon Iver and Nola. I asked them a few questions including their influences and favorite local bands, read on for their answers [...]
Max Kauffmann at Push Gallery
Artist Max Kauffmann will be showing his work at Push Gallery in Asheville through March 31st. The show is called ‘Ghosts of Industry’ and features 30 new works and a site-specific installation.
Watts Grocery, Durham
With the local food movement becoming practically mainstream now, many restaurants are sprouting up across the country to celebrate fresh regional food. Watts Grocery in Durham is surely one of the best of these in North Carolina. With a menu that features almost exclusively native foods and drinks, the restaurant has won praise far and [...]
Through the Lens: Patricia Alder
From North Carolina photographer, Patricia Alder.
Bifocal Media
Bifocal Media is a music label & video production company that specializes in promoting edgy underground artists. Their label roster includes striking bands of past & present: Braid, Des Ark and The Cherry Valance, as well as print projects like Brian Walsby’s “Manchild” comics. In addition, they produce multimedia content for more main-stream clients like [...]
