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PHOTOS: The 12th Annual Reign of Style Hair Show & Competition Electrifies Seattle Center

The 12th annual Reign of Style Hair Show & Competition recently electrified Seattle Center, reaffirming its status as the Northwest’s premier event for the beauty industry. With Back2Besa host Besa Gordon in attendance, this spectacular day brought together a galaxy of talent for a celebration of artistry, community, and friendly competition. 

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Artist Jonarra Swanson Unveils Profound Solo Show 'Paintbrush Legacy' in Pioneer Square

Artist, entrepreneur, and mother Jonarra Swanson recently unveiled her first solo exhibition in years, titled "Paintbrush Legacy," at Gallery AXIS in Seattle’s Pioneer Square. This collection features a series of never-before-seen pieces that delve into themes of self-determination, resilience, and the power of creating one’s own destiny.

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PHOTOS: Mediums Collective Hosts Brown Voices Poetry & Spoken Word Night

Last Friday, the Mediums Collective storefront on Capitol Hill was transformed into a powerful sanctuary for “palabras sin miedo” (words without fear). The collective’s “Brown Voices Poetry & Spoken Word Night” successfully gathered local artists and community members to share stories that resonated with themes of resilience, advocacy, and resistance.

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Through the Lens: Converge On The Road with Erik Kalligraphy

Taking the long way around isn’t just about the miles. For Converge Media co-founder Erik Kalligraphy, it’s about the narrative found in the margins. Recently, the Converge Media team hit the pavement for another installment of Converge on the Road, a series dedicated to capturing the pulse of the Pacific Northwest and beyond.

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On the Block Seattle: Building a Hyperlocal Creative Ecosystem and Spreading Love

The second annual On the Block Holiday Special creative marketplace recently brought together a community of local artists, vendors, and creatives for a weekend of celebration and fundraising in Seattle. Held at the Quality Flea Center, the event was a coming-together and a vital effort to raise funds for the organization’s year-round programming.

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PHOTOS: Lady P Brings Friends and New Music to Vermillion Art Gallery

Seattle artist Lady P recently hosted Lady P & Friends at Vermillion Art Gallery & Bar, presenting an intimate, community-driven live music event rooted in connection, reflection, and raw expression. More than a performance, the night felt like a gathering, bringing together close collaborators and longtime friends like MDM London, YKTMV, and PS, and her audience into a space that felt personal rather than performative.

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