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RAGTIME: THE MUSICAL
March 24-April 2 | Thousand Oaks
Based on the novel by E.L. Doctorow, this musical tapestry depicts an African American family, a Jewish immigrant family, and a wealthy...
Built to Last
Custom furniture creator Riley Meisch abandons “fast trash” for sustainability,
quality and longevity.
By Madeline Nathaus | Photos by Viktor Budnik
With an eye for quality of design and a heart for...
A Brush with Creativity
Nicolette Warren strives to make oral hygiene fun.
By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski
When Nicolette Warren was in high school and college, she babysat for area families. There was one common thread among...
“I am quite often surprised at what I create”
Talking art, Italy, the magic of creation and “stretching the creative cord” with bead artist Mara Colecchia.
By Nancy D. Lackey Shaffer | Photos by Viktor Budnik
From a young age,...
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Shepherdess Land and Livestock integrates land management with sustainable wool production.
By Nancy D. Lackey Shaffer | Photos by Viktor Budnik
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Short List
RAGTIME: THE MUSICAL
March 24-April 2 | Thousand Oaks
Based on the novel by E.L. Doctorow, this musical tapestry depicts an African American family, a Jewish...
Built to Last
Custom furniture creator Riley Meisch abandons “fast trash” for sustainability,
quality and longevity.
By Madeline Nathaus | Photos by Viktor Budnik
With an eye for quality of...
A Brush with Creativity
Nicolette Warren strives to make oral hygiene fun.
By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski
When Nicolette Warren was in high school and college, she babysat for area families. There...
“I am quite often surprised at what I create”
Talking art, Italy, the magic of creation and “stretching the creative cord” with bead artist Mara Colecchia.
By Nancy D. Lackey Shaffer | Photos by...
Lasting Impact
The Made in Ventura County issue is always one of my favorites on Ventana Monthly’s editorial calendar. It’s an opportunity to spotlight some of...
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Moral Fiber
Shepherdess Land and Livestock integrates land management with sustainable wool production.
By Nancy D. Lackey Shaffer | Photos by Viktor Budnik
Wide open skies. Rolling hills softened by velveteen carpets the...
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RAGTIME: THE MUSICAL
March 24-April 2 | Thousand Oaks
Based on the novel by E.L. Doctorow, this musical tapestry depicts an African American family, a Jewish immigrant family, and a wealthy...
Built to Last
Custom furniture creator Riley Meisch abandons “fast trash” for sustainability,
quality and longevity.
By Madeline Nathaus | Photos by Viktor Budnik
With an eye for quality of design and a heart for...
A Brush with Creativity
Nicolette Warren strives to make oral hygiene fun.
By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski
When Nicolette Warren was in high school and college, she babysat for area families. There was one common thread among...
“I am quite often surprised at what I create”
Talking art, Italy, the magic of creation and “stretching the creative cord” with bead artist Mara Colecchia.
By Nancy D. Lackey Shaffer | Photos by Viktor Budnik
From a young age,...
Lasting Impact
The Made in Ventura County issue is always one of my favorites on Ventana Monthly’s editorial calendar. It’s an opportunity to spotlight some of the most interesting artisans in...
