Dennis Beckman: The Man Behind the Mardi Gras Mask
by SB Magazine | February 26, 2025 | 2025, ART & CULTURE | 0 Comments
Dennis Beckman has always been a talented designer and collector. But even those born with the talent and “the touch” will agree — a little luck now and then never hurts. While running his San Francisco shop, The Enchanted Crystal, Beckman stumbled upon the Mardi Gras...
Give a Child a Crayon and Watch What Happens
by SB Magazine | February 7, 2025 | 2025, ART & CULTURE, SB Art | 0 Comments
One of Haley Kirton's earliest memories of her growing creativity occurred when her parents handed her a piece of paper and some crayons during a church service to keep her occupied. While many parents do this, Susan and Patrick Kirton recognized that their daughter's...
THIS CHRISTMAS Y’ALL, HAVE A BALL
by SB Magazine | December 19, 2024 | 2024, AND ANOTHER THING, ART & CULTURE, COMMUNITY | 0 Comments
It bothers me that Santa sees me when I'm sleeping and knows when I'm awake. Does he see me in the shower? Does he know when I have gas? Ifhe does andI do, will that make him go away? I guess it is a small price to pay, though, this constant surveillance, as long as...
VEGAS: CHRISTMAS IN THE SKY
by SB Magazine | November 15, 2024 | 2024, ART & CULTURE, COMMUNITY | 0 Comments
The Hidden Heroes of Christmas in the Sky By Adam Bailey In a corner table in downtown Shreveport, Pam Atchison sips her coffee, her eyes twinkling. As the Chief Implementor” behind the biennial gala known as “Christmas in the Sky,” she’s about to orchestrate her...
Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet
by SB Magazine | October 22, 2024 | 2024, ART & CULTURE, COMMUNITY | 0 Comments
The holiday season wouldn’t be complete without the Shreveport Metropolitan Ballet’s production of the Nutcracker. With its magnificent score, dazzling costumes, and whimsical story, this time-honored ballet never fails to take us to a magical world full of life and...
ART & CULTURE: LAURA CRAWFORD
by SB Magazine | September 16, 2024 | 2024, ART & CULTURE, COMMUNITY, SB Art | 0 Comments
Art & Culture Laura Crawford by Diane VanHoozer SB sat down with Laura Crawford to learn more about her passion, her influence, and the reasons behind her success.Laura Crawford started playing violin with the instruments that her father smuggled out of Austria...
WATER TOWER: ART PROJECT
by SB Magazine | September 9, 2024 | 2024, ART & CULTURE, COMMUNITY | 0 Comments
In mid-2023, the mayor’s office suggested elevating some of Shreveport's water towers when the First lady of Shreveport, Mrs. Elizabeth Arceneaux, recommended a contest involving artists with a connection to Shreveport. The Shreveport Regional Arts Council (SRAC) was...
ART & CULTURE: A Passion for Acting, Theatre, and Teaching
by SB Magazine | August 20, 2024 | 2024, ART & CULTURE | 0 Comments
Acting and the theater have long captivated audiences and artists alike, offering a unique avenue for self-expression, creativity, and emotional connection. The world of acting is not just about playing a role on stage; it involves a deep exploration of human emotions...
Person Profile: John-Henry Crawford
by Diane | July 30, 2024 | 2023, ART & CULTURE | 0 Comments
From SB Magazine: November 2023 Introduction by Seva MayCarnegie Hall beckons another talented Shreveporter. And this one has a resume longer than Line Avenue and the talent to back it up. John-Henry Crawford was born into a family with a strong musical background. He...
MOVIE REVIEW
by SB Magazine | July 29, 2024 | 2024, ART & CULTURE, COMMUNITY, SB Art | 0 Comments
By Diane VanHoozer Good films do not have an expiration date. Being relatively new in terms of storytelling, movies are a unique medium that creates experiences for audiences in all walks of life. The birth of as we know them today can be traced back about a century...