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Just Keep Painting
Two Birmingham artists inspire each other and future artists Article by Katharine Armbrester | Photography by GREDDINS A native of Georgia, artist Laura Deems moved to Birmingham in 2022 when her husband received a job opportunity. They’ve since settled into their home in the Hollywood area of Homewood. Having spent time in Charleston and Atlanta, where she was mentored by painter Sally King Benedict, Laura believes that Birmingham is “hands down, the most creative sphere” she has been in...
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Life + Culture
The Gospel of a Good Fit
Jermaine Ervin is bringing 1920s New York style to Birmingham Article by Kali McNutt Birmingham native Jermaine Ervin's menswear boutique is downtown by design. Two doors from Armour House, the shop windows of J. Ervin Collection are dressed up for the viewing pleasure of diners coming and going. "You might not need a suit today," Ervin says, "but when you need a suit, I want you to remember this shop." Ask him to describe his personal style, and one era comes up immediately: the 1920s. Not...
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Home + Design
Transitional Modern Mood
Paper, pattern, and performance fabrics do the heavy lifting at this refresh by designer Kelly Neely Article by Kali McNutt | Photography by Laurey Glenn After relocating from Homewood to The Preserve in Hoover, the Rothermich family enlisted designer Kelly Neely of Kelly Neely Interiors to transform their new home from dark and industrial to colorful and cohesive. Working within the home’s existing footprint and without altering any architectural elements, Neely nixed heavy, black finishes...
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Arts + Culture
All the World's His Stage
Christopher Confero blends global perspective, theatrical imagination, and Birmingham hospitality into every event he creates. Article by David Kirk | Photography by Mary Fehr After twenty years of creating events across the globe, Christopher Confero still proudly calls Birmingham home. Since launching CONFERO after graduating from Auburn University in 2007, Confero has remained steadfast in his desire to build a life that reflects his values: an enduring work ethic and a drive for...
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