A psychologist, dancer, and yoga facilitator, Sadé Jones teaches mindfulness in a yoga practice that combines movement set to modern dance and rhythmic beats.
Despite uncertainty, Heywood Hotel doubles down on goodwill. Words by Christopher Ferguson photos by Eric Morales A cherished boutique hotel looks toward a careful, limited reopening after paying staff for months of local volunteering during the COVID-19 shutdown. Since opening its doors nearly a decade ago, East Austin’s Heywood Hotel has hosted thousands of out-of-towners,...
Each form of expression feeds the other. Words & Photos by Eric Morales Carl Brunson is the rare breed of artist whose sheer willpower and discipline continues to propel him further along his journey of self-discovery. He has a proclivity for creating order which is evident by all appearances from the minimalist interior design of...
Representation in Reading Words by Sam Lauron photos by Eric Morales As both a teacher and a mother to a young son, Porsha Hodge understands the important role reading plays in a child’s development. But what she’s also discovered in both of her roles is the massive gap in the children’s book space: books featuring...
At Your Friendly Neighborhood Arcade Words by Sam Lauron Photos by Eric Morales As someone who grew up in the ‘90s, Imran Acosta, owner of Texas Gamers Lounge, may be partial to classic arcade games, but he appreciates how much the gaming industry has evolved in recent years. “When I was growing up, only two...
Where to Donate, Support, or Seek Funds Words by Sam Lauron Photo of El Federico by Eric Morales Austin’s creative community is just one of many industries that’s been significantly impacted by the recent crisis. For artists who have been economically impacted, and for those who want to support the local art community, there are...
Graffiti Art Has a Place Here Words & Photos by Eric Morales Downtown Austin has, in certain areas, put on its own kind of mask during this pandemic. Several businesses on temporary shut down have boarded up their windows, creating the perfect canvas for beautiful, yet temporary, murals. There is art that lives only within...
Nourishing the Body & Soul through Cooking Words by Jessi Devenyns Photos by Mackenzie Smith Kelly Amanda Darby is a nutritionist by education but a chef by necessity. Shortly following her entry into food education, Amanda discovered that the majority of people already possessed a basic instinct for healthy food. The problem was that they...
Infusing Life into Everyday Scenes Words by Sam Lauron Photos by Eric Morales Some search far and wide for artistic inspiration. But for artist Sari Shryack, her vivid paintings are fueled by the most familiar surroundings. After studying art and graphic design in college, Sari moved from Missouri to Austin when her husband landed a job...
Bullseyes, Bowling, & Beer Words by Sam Lauron Photos by Eric Morales For as long as axes have been in existence, humans have been hurling them, whether for survival, sport, or just for fun. But the act of axe throwing has evolved immensely from its primitive nature and, in more recent years, has even grown from...
