Slow and steady wins the race, and that is exactly what Snail Art House advocates for in their work. Local to downtown Springfield, this up-and-coming studio crafted its eclectic style with attention toward slow fashion. Through compromise, connections, and growth, this group of artists established a new creative direction for Springfield artistry. Alongside quotes from creator Chloe Thorne, we gather a relative history over the year that has been the development of Snail Art House.
Read MoreAndrea Petersburg, owner of The Local Bevy, established her business in the Rountree neighborhood one year ago this month. Petersburg explained that since all of the Art Shows were cancelled due to COVID-19, she thought this might be the year she opened a storefront. Originally just a three-month pop-up shop, The Bevy has become a successful platform for local creatives, and is here to stay.
Read MoreTo me, the feeling of a film camera is irreplaceable. I have always been drawn to the idea of taking photos on a roll of film. The click of a shutter and the whir of the film inside are sounds so familiar that they have even been placed in our smartphones. Film photography has an authenticity to it that can not be achieved by digital or other forms of photography.
Read MoreYou’re walking downtown as a crisp breeze blows through your hair, making you grasp tightly to your pumpkin spice latte — locally sourced from your favorite coffee shop. Your phone vibrates with a text from a friend reading, “What are we doing this weekend? I need fall vibes now!!!” Luckily, walking downtown offered you plenty of inspiration for the perfect fall weekend.
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