Arts + Culture

Meet the Makers

Check Out These Four Local Artists Enriching Our Community. Article by Caitlin Agnew Painter Aziza Saliev, as seen at Parklane Gallery   Tell us about your creative journey. My creative journey began in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, where I grew up surrounded by diverse cultures and traditions. Art became my way to express myself, connect with others, and explore creative parts of life. Moving to the U.S. at 19 was challenging as I adapted to a new country, language, and culture, but it pushed...

Entertainment

Rising Star

Antwane Tyler Brings Local Charm to Country Music Scene Article by Caitlin Agnew | Photography by Life N Light Local singer and songwriter, Antwane Tyler, has captured the hearts of fans with his authentic storytelling and unique journey to country music. Growing up music was always a part of his life, but he didn’t discover his true passion for it until after he was adopted.  “It was during some of my toughest moments that I turned to music as an outlet—a way to process everything I was going...

Health + Wellness

The Fit Life

Kirkland resident, Laura Mak Quist, shares her fitness and wellness journey. Photography by Jose Moreno, JMORENO PR Laura Mak Quist, MS is the embodiment of “wisely fierce”, a term she coined to describe a woman who is in tune with her body, embraces mindful living, open to growth, and always learning.  Laura has lived a fitness lifestyle with many chapters of accomplishments for herself and her clients. Growing up her family engaged in more “lifestyle sports” like biking, canoeing, and...

Wellness

The Water Cure

How Passion and Purpose helped Create a Unique Wellness Hotel Experience Article by Caitlin Agnew Baker | Photography by Life N Light The Posthotel in Leavenworth has become known as the premier luxury wellness hotel in our state and it’s not hard to see why. As you enter Posthotel, you’re immediately embraced by a sense of calm. The air is lightly scented with their signature custom scent; soft ambient music sets a tranquil tone. Everything—from the luxurious textures to the quiet elegance of...