Our Arts & Culture section dives into the creative pulse of the Inland Northwest—think local theater, visual arts, music, makers, and meaningful events that bring people together.
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a poem by Amber Jensen Find more of Amber’s work at dirtlifeofferings.com and follow her on Substack here. On ravens, villains, and the audacity of taking up space. I once watched a murder of crows sledding.Not metaphorically. Not in some poetic interpretation of their behavior. Actual crows, lying on their
Close your eyes for a moment, forget the spring sky over Spokane, forget the coffee shop hum or the traffic on Riverside. You are now two miles below the surface of the North Pacific, and the pilot of a remotely operated vehicle has just switched on the lights. The sunlight
There’s something truly timeless about flipping through vinyls. The process of shopping becomes therapeutic and focused. You feel the soft shuffle of records sliding past your fingertips. Carefully survey the oversized album art. Feel the undeniable thrill of spotting a first pressing or an unexpected gem you didn’t know you
If you’re looking for the photography studio rentals in Spokane and the surrounding area, I am happy to help lend my experience to get you connected with the perfect studio for your needs. I’ve been a branding and headshot photographer in the Spokane area for over a decade now and,
Chris Wooley and his wife, Rachel Wooley created this pin up inspired fine art photograph titled, “I’m With the Banned”, and immediately we knew we wanted it as the cover for our winter issue. For book lovers, creatives, and anyone who believes in the power of storytelling, it felt like
On a cloudy Friday afternoon, New York Times bestselling author, Shelby Van Pelt orders a tea from our downtown tea room, Revival Tea. Arriving early, she sat humbly taking in our Spokane scene. Born and raised in Tacoma, Washington, Shelby Van Pelt’s debut book, Remarkably Bright Creatures, is based around
I’ve spent most of my life surrounded by books. They’re my way of living a hundred lives without ever leaving home. Books have comforted me in quiet moments, sparked my creativity, and handed me endless inspiration, so it’s no surprise that this lifelong love led me to an English degree.
In a world dominated by fast fashion and disposable goods, Nomadic Knots stands as a quiet rebellion rooted in craftsmanship, sustainability, and intentional living. Founded in 2021 by Alyssa Baker, Nomadic Knots creates sustainable handcrafted leather goods that redefine what it means to buy less and buy better, with pieces designed to
Professional photography has become one of the most powerful tools for building trust and visibility for professionals. Based in Spokane, I’ve spent more than a decade helping entrepreneurs and business leaders use branding photography to tell their stories in authentic, impactful ways. Headshots used to live in one place—on a
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