Book Launch for Collective Madness at The Legendarium in Salt Lake City
Excited to announce my contribution to Collective Madness: Schisms of the Soul, a dark fantasy and horror anthology. My story, “The Twilight Tribune,” reflects on the tension between creativity and workplace productivity. This anthology offers diverse interpretations of madness, inviting readers to explore various unsettling narratives.
Riding the Georgetown Loop Railroad and Celebrating a Utah Horror Anthology
The season has been filled with family adventures and creative milestones, notably the upcoming publication of my short story “Desert Flower” in the Utah horror anthology “Blood in the Sandstone.” A memorable family trip to Colorado included historic train rides and unexpected moments, reminding me how travel fuels storytelling. A book launch event is planned…
Building a Digital Storefront for my Art and Books
Read along as I share my journey of connecting with customers through local events and recognizing the need for an ongoing relationship beyond face-to-face interactions. To fill this need, I created an online shop that combines my artwork and published books. The shop enhances customer experience and expands accessibility to my creative work, while also…
Hands-on Art Curation at Huntsman Cancer Institute
In this blog, I reflect on my hands-on experience curating Karen Huntsman’s art collection for Huntsman Cancer Institute in Vineyard. This project deepened my understanding of marketing and the patient journey, showcasing the emotional connection art creates in healing spaces. This project reinforced the idea that meaningful marketing transcends traditional methods to honor and support…
Honoring Everyone Can Write and the Closing of SLCC’s Community Writing Center
I recently attended the closing event of Salt Lake Community College’s Creative Writing Center. This event culminated with the release of the CWC’s final publication, which represented the loss of a transformative creative space. During the closing ceremony, I got to hear personal stories and reflections, addressing both the impact of the CWC and the…
Attending The Phantom of the Opera at the Eccles Theater in Salt Lake City
The review of The Phantom of the Opera highlights the emotional intensity of the performance at the Eccles Theater, with the chandelier symbolizing the intricate balance of beauty and menace. It emphasizes themes of obsession, control, and the complexities of character, particularly Christine’s struggle for her voice, reflecting broader social issues.
Attending Plan (C) at the Rose Wagner Black Box Theater
In this blog, I discuss my experience attending “Plan (C)” by Andrea D. Peterson at Salt Lake City’s Leona Wagner Black Box inside the Rose. The play explores a woman’s struggle with autonomy amid societal pressures, using sharp humor and intimate settings. These themes resonated with me because they link to my work, highlighting the…
What I Learned at the Healthcare Marketing and Physician Strategies Summit
This week, I attended the HMPS summit where I learned the importance of empathy in effective healthcare marketing. Combining strategy with storytelling is essential, but the ability to resonate emotionally with your audience is vital now more than ever in the age of AI. Read along to learn more about holistic marketing and how to…
Why You Should Support Bad Dog Arts for Utah Gives
Bad Dog Arts is a Utah nonprofit that provides multidisciplinary arts education to children and adults, focusing on underserved communities. Founded with an emphasis on inclusivity and creative expression, it relies on fundraising events like Utah Gives to support scholarships. This mission is deeply personal for me. Read along to learn why!
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