Portrait of Treadway with a sword which for her evokes “other places”. She is a native of the area, and loves the cross-sections of the populace. “At the Food Co-op you might see the poet with his rose-colored glasses, the doctor looking for the…
Portrait of Barton with a 1942 copy of Leo Tolstoy’s War and Peace, significant, he says, because “we are on the cusp of losing the global fight of sustainability, just as things looked bad for the forces of freedom in March 1942”. He came to…
Portrait of Julien with his snake friend of twenty years, Fawzi. He came to Asheville in 1997 and discovered “an amazing community of creative people … like peeling an onion”.
Portrait of Mackenzie with a reporter notebook, reflecting his profession. He was raised in the area and embraces the community, diversity and local beers.
Portrait of Jackson holding a coffee cup, Holga camera, and wearing a scarf. He brought these because he drinks "gallons" of coffee, is a photographer, and loves scarves. He moved to Asheville in 2001 to come home again, and has stayed for his…
Portrait of Schantz wearing a shirt with the phrase "Lick Me, I'm Vegan." He states, "I am vegan, and I think it's funny :) how people are conditioned to make character judgements based on food choices." He came to Asheville for its beauty, creative…
Portrait of Clark posing with an "Impeach Bush" button, keyboard tie, and sheet music. These items signify his keen interest in politics and justice as well as work composing music. Clark moved to Asheville as it fit with his values and creative…
Portrait of Murphy with toys and a photo of his grandfather, whom he describes as a role model, “a solid, dedicated worker, husband and father.” Murphy makes the toys in town and is proud to contribute to the local economy. He came to Asheville for…