Upon starting my first week at Brent Douglas Flower Shop the florists were busy creating intricate and abstract arrangements for the annual Fab Florals and Fine Art exhibit. I had never heard of this exhibit, but apparently it used to be held at the gallery in the Eau Claire Regional Arts Center (ECRAC). Since the…
Welcome to the Ivy Network As a creative, it can get tiring trying to think of fresh ideas, produce unique original work for clients, and money can become scarce. Freelancing takes a lot of energy, self-promotion, money and time. You have to really immerse yourself in your work and love what you do to make…
This past weekend (February 28-March 2, 2019) was the 40th annual Decadent Cabaret in Eau Claire, WI. A mini-festival filled with eclectic attire, 30+ local bands covering legendary musicians, aerial performances by the Torch Sisters, artwork from Artisan Forge Studios, glassblowing and more. This is a one of a kind weekend here in the Chippewa…
February 28-March 2, 2019 was the 40th annual Decadent Cabaret in Eau Claire, WI. A mini-festival filled with eclectic attire, 30+ local bands covering legendary musicians, aerial performances by the Torch Sisters, artwork from Artisan Forge Studios, glassblowing and more. This is a one of a kind weekend here in the Chippewa Valley that a…
A few week’s back I was given the opportunity to photograph this wonderful lady’s 50th Birthday party. I had met her daughter, Kayla, just a week prior during Ivy Creatives grand opening. Isn’t it funny how things work out? I loved this family and the camaraderie between them all and their friends. Kristine was continuously…
For the past three years’ I’ve found myself behind the bar at the ever famous Decadent Cabaret in Eau Claire, WI. Serving drinks to performers and attendees dressed in wacky eclectic attire, ready to pay homage to legendary musicians throughout from various decades. Instead of my typical role I decided to attend as a customer…
Heavenly harmonies like no other, paired with grunge rock vocals, ambient instrumentals and killer guitar solos are what make Orenda Fugue one of a kind. After playing shows around the Chippewa Valley for a couple years they’ve finally stopped teasing us with their captivating sound and recorded a full length album. Now listeners have the…
Photography used to be my PASSION Photography used to be a huge passion of mine. I went to local shows and captured the energy of the bands, wandered around the city finding new views of what I’ve always known and always had my camera with me when hanging out with friends. Now it’s but a…
Eau Claire not only has a thriving live music scene, but there are many avenues to listen to local musicians outside of concerts. Over the years an arts magazine called Volume One was created. This magazine shares shows in the area and highlights musicians among other people and events in the Chippewa Valley. Soon after…