Q + A with Josh Horton, Founder of Creative Works
by Chellie Bowman | image above by Brandon Rike How long have you been a part of the creative community? When and how did you
Chellie Bowman
September 28, 2022
Profiles
Read the true life stories of our LGBT+ advocates, youth, seniors, allies, and trans community in the Mid-South.
Q + A with Designer Shelda Edwards
Tell us about the Legend of Shelda studio. What does this space help cultivate? How does it define you? When did you start it? When
Focus Mid-South
September 22, 2022
Musings by Lady A: Do It Yourself
For as long as I have been out, there have been troubles in some relationships about where, and with whom, one is to be buried
Vincent Astor
September 9, 2022
HOIST Continues a Legacy of Leather Culture with Safe, Consenting Practices
(Photos courtesy of Sir Den) HOIST has been around for seven years. Focus had the pleasure of speaking with Boy Aaron, this year’s president. What
Ray Rico
July 29, 2022
A Kiss From Crystal Jo Casino
(photos courtesy of Crystal Jo) July 1st 1994. Crystal Jo Casino steps into a spot on a club floor. The distorted stringy harpsichord sound of
Moth Moth Moth
July 25, 2022
Brenda Newport + Will Ryder: Finding Love On & Off Stage
Share a little bit about yourselves. Brenda: My name is Brenda Newport, and I’m nonbinary, gender fluid. I’m not trans however, and I am a
Chris Reeder-Young
July 11, 2022
Promethean Fire: Tamar Love on Life, Cello, & What’s Next for Mama Honey
I have the most wonderful friend to introduce you to. She comes with a universe of musical experience. If you are a cool bean in
Moth Moth Moth
May 31, 2022
Life, Liberty, & the Pursuit of One’s Own Name
For Tess Shelton, the battle to win easier name changing systems for trans people is personal. Tess’s girlfriend is trans, and through this relationship Tess
Moth Moth Moth
May 16, 2022
Cafe Noir: Spreading the Love of Literature in and for Black, Queer Memphis
I first met Jasmine Settles years ago, facilitating a youth poetry program at Hattiloo Theater called Write On, Speak Out. In my time here as
Nubia Yasin
May 5, 2022
Angela Russell & Cristofir Bradley: Committed to Inclusivity, Authenticity, and Each Other
story by Chris Reeder Young | photos by Marcus Menefee Memphis is blessed with two business creatives who form one of my most favorite and
Chris Reeder-Young
April 4, 2022
Exploring the Work of Brantley Ellzey
(Above: Brantley poses in front of his artwork. The piece commemorates the Methodist LeBonheur Healthcare Centennial. It is hung at Shorb Tower at Methodist University
Ray Rico
March 22, 2022
Iron & Gold: Amber Ahmad Creates Culture and Space through Mythology-Infused Artwork
by Moth Moth Moth | photo by Marcus Menefee There is a marvelous person staring back at me from my kitchen table. It’s early February
Moth Moth Moth
March 7, 2022
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