Arts + Culture

A Long Investment

Artist Laura Welshans Patiently Works in Layers to Distill Stunning Landscapes Article by Stephanie Hasbrouck | Photography by Contributed Tell us about your work. What inspires you? I create minimalist abstract paintings inspired by landscapes. Particularly, geological formations shaped by erosion. I’m drawn to places like southern Utah, the Grand Canyon, the Wasatch Range, Ireland’s Causeway Coast and all around me in Arkansas. What inspires me most are the essential forms within those...

Home + Design

Investing In Home

Kris and Karen Upton's Cammack Village Home Renovation Was A Labor of Love Article by Stephanie Hasbrouck | Photography by Bo and Ally Cunningham with Arkansas REM Moving was not part of the plan. But when Kris and Karen Upton first saw their Cammack Village home, they knew it was meant to be. “We were drawn to this home for its character and solid foundation. Built in 1955, it had a warmth and authenticity that immediately felt right, along with the kind of craftsmanship that stands the test...

Professional Services

Smart Digital Investments

Digitru founder Virginia Johnson Helps Businesses Turn Web, Social and SEO into Measurable Growth Article by Anna Yanosick | Photography by Olivia Mayernick with Wildflower Creative Every marketing dollar matters for small businesses, and strategist Virginia Johnson knows how to make it count. As founder of Digitru, she helps service-based companies in Little Rock turn their websites, social media and SEO into smart investments for real growth. Whether it’s a martial arts studio or a...

Life + Culture

BAGGO, Brats N’ Blues

Don't Miss Habitat for Humanity of Central Arkansas' Entertaining Fundraiser at Rusty Tractor Vineyards Article by Staff | Photography by Contributed Mark your calendars for an afternoon of friendly competition, great food and live music at Habitat for Humanity of Central Arkansas' BAGGO, Brats N’ Blues fundraiser on Sunday, May 3, from 2 to 6 p.m., at Sunset Lodge at Rusty Tractor Vineyards.   Guests will enjoy a lively BAGGO tournament alongside live music from Whiskey Halo and will...

Entertainment

Small Business Big Stories

New Podcast Shares Stories of Local Small Business Owners Article by Anna Yanosick | Photography by Sarah Bussey Photography It’s not often small business owners get the recognition they deserve. A new podcast is changing that by giving these hardworking entrepreneurs a voice. Small Business Big Stories ,  hosted by David Munsey and produced by Kayla Sherman, spotlights small business owners across the country, challenging misconceptions and highlighting the resilience it takes to build a...

Arts + Culture

New Voices, New Movement & New Ideas

Origins: A New Works Celebration Features Original Choreography by Ballet Arkansas Company Members Article by Anna Yanosick | Photography by Matthew Sewell Photography Ballet Arkansas is closing out its 47th season with a bold first: a free production featuring original choreography by its own company artists. Titled Origins: A New Works Celebration , the program will take place on May 1 and May 3 at the North Little Rock Event Center, standing as the first performance in this venue.  Unlike...

Arts + Culture

Inspired by Nature

Susan Baker Chambers Perfectly Captures the Charm of Her 'Crazy Quilt' Garden Article by Anna Yanosick | Photography by Katie Atkins Photography Susan Baker Chambers has a way of thoughtfully capturing the charm of a Southern garden with her eye-catching acrylic compositions that buzz with saturated color and energy. Fueled by a strong connection to nature and color, the Little Rock artist paints her garden in a way that transcends time and space, practically pulling the viewer into what she...

Home + Design

Luxury Lodge Living in West Little Rock

Stunning Garrison Road Home Was Inspired by Style of Big Cedar Lodge Resort Article by Stephanie Hasbrouck | Photography by Michael Baxley Nestled on five private acres in West Little Rock, this Garrison Road home feels more like a resort escape than a traditional residence, thoughtfully designed for both comfort and connection. Masterfully built by Tim Hughes and offered by Coldwell Banker RPM Group, the six-bedroom, seven-and-a-half-bath home’s design was inspired by the style of Big Cedar...

Life + Culture

Elyce Arons to Headline Bolo Bash

Renowned Designer and Author Featured at Event Benefitting Baptist Health Behavioral Health Services Article by Brandon Riddle-Sims | Photography by Provided Elyce Arons, co-founder and CEO of Frances Valentine, will headline the 36th annual Bolo Bash Reception and Luncheon, presented by Dillard’s and supporting Baptist Health’s Behavioral Health Services.  The Reception, presented by Stone Ward, will be held at the Capital Hotel on Tuesday, April 21, from 6 to 8 p.m. The Luncheon will be...

Home + Design

Irrigation & Conservation

Conserva Irrigation Is Dedicated to Beautifying Lawns While Reducing Water Waste Article by Anna Yanosick | Photography by Provided Water sustains life, landscapes and communities, but it’s also a finite resource. Fortunately, Conserva Irrigation of Little Rock’s number one passion is reducing water waste. Owner Mark Zitzer helps neighborhoods across Central Arkansas identify and repair inefficient sprinkler systems. “Water is one of Earth's most valuable resources, and we want to preserve it...