Arts + Culture

Allyn Fraser: Made in Memphis

How a native Memphian turns local history into contemporary art Article by Morgan Zanone | Photography by Sarah Voigt In her own words, artist and native Memphian Allyn Fraser is “one of those annoying people who has always known what she wanted to do.” As it turns out, she also always knew where she wanted to do it. “Memphis is a huge part of who I am,” she says. Her family has lived here for many generations, and that deep sense of place runs through both her life and her work. “I am...

Home + Design

Art by Design: Designer Preview

March 25th - March 29th Article by River City Lifestyle Staff ARTSmemphis and dozens of creatives will reimagine  Agricenter International as a series of stunning vignettes and immersive events that highlight Memphis’s vibrant design and art community. Art by Design is a curated series of events and presentations designed to highlight Memphis and the Mid-South’s interior design community and simultaneously support the local arts community. Centered around vignettes and arts activations in a...

Shopping

Art by Design: Events

Article by River City Staff Preview Party Wednesday, March 25, 6:00 - 8:00 pm   An intimate cocktail party reserved for sponsors, vignette participants, artists and VIP ticket holders. An exclusive first peek at the stunning showroom! A Screaming Blast with Rebecca Gardner & Decorative Arts Trust Thursday, March 26, 10:00 am Reception, 11:00 am Talk, 12:00 pm VIP Lunch  Spend a lively morning at this special event in partnership with Decorative Arts Trust. A riveting presentation from...

Food + Beverage

Speaking (of) Wine

At home, in a wine shop or at a restaurant Article by Anna Gsanger | Photography by Provided The language of wine is complicated. You know what you like, but it’s difficult to describe. If your Old Reliable isn’t available or you want to explore a new label, how can you express your preferences for an informed waiter or shopkeeper? With approximately 6,000 species of wine grapes, it’s critical to simplify this conversation into its base components: style, aroma/taste, body, acidity and tannin...