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Portrait of Kolousek with samples of the vintage books she loves, “the one constant” in her life. She came to Asheville in 1996 and is drawn to the diversity, the art scene and the mountains.

Portrait of Oliver , who brought his face to the sitting. “I like it. I see it every day. People see it.” He came to Asheville in 1995.

Portrait of Paar with a video camera, a new medium for her, among the musical composition, writing, watercolor and photography she enjoys. She moved to Asheville in 2004 and values the opportunities and progressive spirit.

Portrait of Abell with tools and a flute. He manufactures flutes and whistles for professionals and amateurs worldwide. He came to Asheville in 1953.

Portrait of Abell, an Asheville native, with her totem cheetah.

Portrait of Steinbeck with her flute. “Music has brought me all my life’s riches.” She moved to Asheville in 1997 and describes the mountains as a comfort to her.

Portrait of Abell with an orchid and book.

Portrait of Bowen with a cookbook and apron, representing her desire to one day open a bakery. She moved to Asheville in 1993 and says “it’s a pretty fun place”.

Portrait of Rogers as himself, a spoken word performer, who came to Asheville in 2005.

Portrait of Nicholson with “Battered Women and the Law”, symbolizing for her the power of knowledge. She came to Asheville in 1999 and values the “open, creative, empowering community” which provides a “safe space to be in a same sex relationship”.