Artists

This week might just be the longest of the year thus far—thankfully we've got a quick break for you in the form of online levity.

We're supporting the small businesses of our hometown Seattle—the local establishments we adore and that need our help now more than ever.

It's National Hispanic Heritage Month! Arts & Culture Editor, Nora Gomez-Strauss​, has created a list of 20 inspiring Hispanic creatives to follow on Instagram in support of their passionate artistic pursuits.

"I’ve never made a choice to paint or create art, it’s something I’ve always had to do. There’s something I’m trying to communicate, and I continually experiment with paint in an attempt to say it."

Joni Sternbach's collection of work spans years, cities, subjects and landscapes. Her evolution to surf culture was not intentional or planned, but the images she has created offer a timeless look at the ocean and the photographic process.

A few thoughts from around the web this week that gave us pause to consider our view of the world.

As President and Creative Director at Creative Capital, a nonprofit support organization for artists, Suzy helps foster creativity from start to finish, providing artists with the support they need throughout their process while encouraging them to create the most groundbreaking and honest work they're capable of. We sit down with Suzy to discuss her trajectory into this truly rewarding career and the importance of community for those working in artistic fields.