Art
Art
How a Cookeville Native Landed a Dream Job with Marvel and Lucasfilm Before 30
How Darby Faccinto Found His Calling in Special Effects
Weaving Threads of Art and Collaboration: The Driving Duo Behind Art Round TN
As artists and friends, Jen & Emma have led Art Round TN (the organization that oversees Art Prowl – a massive annual walking gallery showcasing creators and their works in local businesses) through COVID, and despite the challenges associated with it, massive growth.
Reviving the Past, Inspiring the Present: Inside Abby Weeden’s Edison Hills
To step inside the whimsical space that is Abby’s shop, Edison Hills New & Old is to be met with warmth, expertise, and passion.
A Force of Art and Heart: Meet Terri Ritter
The Inspiring Journey of Terri Ritter and the Cookeville Art Studio
Shaping Hope: The Habitat for Humanity Clay Artists and Studio Behind Cooking on the Square
As one of the largest fundraisers for Habitat for Humanity, Cooking On the Square (COTS) pairs some of the area’s (and state’s) most gifted potters with hungry Cookevillians to meet a basic human need, housing.
Celebrating Creativity and Community: Kim Winkle’s Impact on the Tennessee Tech Appalachian Center for Craft
Beyond her work on TTU’s main campus, Kim Winkle’s responsibilities extend to the renowned Appalachian Center for Craft (ACC) in Smithville, TN.
Cookeville’s Most Influential People – Mitchell White
We have no doubt that Mitchell White will be remembered for his art, his contribution to the lives of countless students, and his incredible heart.
Movers & Shakers – Macy Smit
Macy Smit has faced adversity and trauma that could easily have left her bitter, resentful, and angry. Instead of wallowing in the darkness, she channels the good and bad parts of her journey to serve Cookeville through hair design each day.
Movers & Shakers – Thomas Golz
We all need to be more like Thomas. He is truly alive, and his work reflects a sense of wonder, the kind from which we could all learn.
Movers & Shakers – Brie Flora & Brandy Lynn
Authentic community is hard to come by. Egoless, honest, and beautiful. But, one such rare collective exists here in Cookeville, dreamt of, brought to life, and nurtured by Brie Flora and Brandy Lynn, owners of The Silver Fern. Beyond delicious teas,...

