In the Making: Fancy Fabrications
Merle Axelrad says she fell into the medium of fabric collage 27 years ago when she was nine months pregnant, on maternity leave from her job as an architect, and made a baby quilt. Now, most of her works are public art, corporate and private commissions.
Getting to Know: Jordan Minyard of The Pour Choice
Auburn cafe owner aims to offer a special experience for customers
With a seasonal menu, beautifully arranged florals, and a patio and mural for that OK-I-have-to-Instagram-this moment, The Pour Choice is about providing an experience to those who visit Auburn.
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Sacramento Philharmonic and Opera
SAFE Credit Union Performing Arts Center opens in 2020
Established in 1912 and redeveloped in 2015, the Sacramento Philharmonic & Opera is a collaborative cultural pillar institution dedicated to serving the greater community — from youth music education in the classroom to main stage performances of orchestral and operatic music at the highest regional caliber — and contributing to the growth of Sacramento’s Creative Economy.
Media File: Resilient Radio
In the face of increasing competition, a small-town radio station is thriving
Despite competition from neighboring big-market stations, satellite radio and streaming, thousands are tuning in to Vacaville’s KUIC-FM each week. Those who work for the station say a local identity is key to their success.
In the Making: Where Flowers Bloom
“We are flower nerds to the max here,” Melissa Cowan, owner of Placerville Flowers on Main says. “We squeal on the daily when new products come in or when seasons change.”
Art Exposed: Jose Arenas
Davis-based artists brings migration, culture and his experience as a first-generation American into his paintings
Belonging to two places and not quite fitting into either is a familiar feeling for many first-generation Americans.
Getting to Know: Johnny Flores
As business heats up, the podcaster is winding down ‘Serious Talk. Seriously.’
After 25 years of working 9-5 jobs, Johnny Flores has gone all in on his podcast business, Flores Podcast Consulting, and as a result says he is “happier and more peaceful” than ever.
Main Street: No Longer Wandering
Zahna and Harley Smith have settled in Isleton, where they operate an art gallery and tattoo studio
Zahna and Harley Smith showcase paintings, homemade jewelry and other artwork at the Wandering Gypsy Artistry art gallery and tattoo studio in Isleton.
Record Spinners: The History and Closure of Dimple Records
John and Dilyn Radakovitz have shut down Dimple Records, and their son is using some of their principles in his new business
Dimple Records has been a regional fixture for more than four decades. Comstock’s spent several weeks with the family behind the business to learn Dimple’s history: how it started, why they decided to walk away and what comes next.
In the Making: Signs of the Times
When Simon and Kelly Holland launched the Etsy shop for their business, Sassy Squirrel Ink, in March 2015, they had about a half-dozen sign designs available to print photos on slate. They’ve been expanding their product line ever since.