Cobb Life March 2018

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Published by The Marietta Daily Journal March 2018

our Hissue ome Step inside this modern home renovation

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A backyard firepit, Young designers Forbes + Masters, Stars of ‘Flip or Flop’ ... and more

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IF YOU DON’T SEE HOPE AND WILL,

IT’S NOT CHILDREN’S

ORTHOPAEDICS. We would like to welcome the more than 30 orthopaedic and sports medicine physicians, surgeons and advanced practice providers formerly of Children’s Orthopaedics of Atlanta to the Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta family.

Remember, if you don’t see Hope and Will, it’s not the Children’s expert orthopaedic care.

CHILDREN’S AT MARIETTA

175 WHITE ST NW, STE 200, MARIETTA

CHILDREN’S AT TOWN CENTER 605 BIG SHANTY ROAD NW, KENNESAW

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4 INDEX OF ADVERTISERS 2018 Cobb Life Magazine Schedule........... 56 770 Arborist.......................................................... 33 Acworth Arts Festival..................................... 59 Aqua Guard Basements.................................... 46 Atlanta Communities.......................................... 15 Atlanta Fine Homes ........................................... 36 Atlanta West Dermatology...........................38 Brawner Hall.......................................................... 65 Broadway Across America - STOMP.......... 58 Brumby Chair ........................................................ 46 Charter Bank Smyrna.......................................38 Cheatham Hill..........................................................25 Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta....................3 Chow King - Smyrna............................................51 Christian City.........................................................27 Cobb Hardware.....................................................61 Create Colors ....................................................... 65 Creative Solar........................................................ 15 Cumberland Diamond Exchange....................11 Dermatology Consultants..............................43 Dogwood Forest.................................................. 10 East Cobb Family Medicine............................... 13 Fleming Flooring & Design Center............... 39 Gaines Park Senior Living ................................30 Georgia Metropolitian..................................... 59 Georgia Trade School.......................................... 41 Great Task Anne.......................................................6 Harry Norman - Cobb Marietta....................31 Harry Norman - Johnny Sinclair.................... 41 Indy Style Salon.....................................................21

Johnny Walker Realty........................................ 63 Johnson Ferry Baptist Church...................... 12 Kennesaw Family Medicine............................. 54 Lavida Massage.................................................... 16 Manders Dental................................................... 36 Marietta Toyota.....................................................17 Mayes Ward - Dobbins Funeral Home.........67 Midway Christian Covenant............................4 Mini Maid of NW Georgia..................................51 Miracle Method.....................................................31 Nicholas Dixon........................................................21 Northside E. Cobb Orthopaedics............... 55 Northside Hospital ..............................................5 Optimal Hearing....................................................23 Plastic Surgery Center of the South...... 22 Presbyterian Village.............................................57 ReMax Pure - Wendy Bunch............................43 Restaurant Week on the Square................50 Shen Yun 2018..........................................................9 Sterling Estates Senior Living.......................47 Superior Plumbing..................................................2 Sweetwater Mission....................................... 56 The Bottoms Group...............................................7 The Walker School................................................37 Trackside Grill...........................................................37 WellStar....................................................................68 Wild Birds Unlimited............................................ 63 Winnwood Retirement .................................... 14 Word of Faith Church........................................ 32

COBB LIFE March 2018 Volume 14, Issue 2

EXECUTIVE PUBLISHER

Otis Brumby III

GENERAL MANAGER Lee B. Garrett

ASSOCIATE PUBLISHER Wade Stephens

V.P OF SALES AND MARKETING Travis Knight

V.P OF CONTENT J.K. Murphy

EDITORIAL STAFF MAGAZINE COORDINATOR LaTria Garnigan

CONTRIBUTORS

Katy Ruth Camp, Amanda Swartwood, Stacey L. Evans, Mary Cosgrove, Malika Bowling

PHOTOGRAPHY

Kelly J. Huff, Erin Gray Cantrell

LAYOUT AND DESIGN

LaTria Garnigan, Beth Poirier

ADVERTISING STAFF ADVERTISING DIRECTOR Tara Guest

COBB ADVERTISING MANAGER Becky Opitz

ACCOUNT EXECUTIVES

Stephanie deJarnette, Paula Milton, Jill Abbott, Katelyn Ledford, Ginny Hrushka

GRAPHICS COORDINATOR Beth Poirier

GRAPHIC DESIGNER Jennifer Hall

CIRCULATION DIRECTOR Dave Gossett

INFORMATION Cobb Life is published 10 times a year by the Marietta Daily Journal and distributed to more than 30,000 homes and businesses.

To subscribe, email circulation@ cobblifemagazine.com or call 770-795-5001 To advertise, contact Travis Knight at 770-428-9411, ext. 510 Please send all editorial correspondence to lgarnigan@cobblifemagazine.com www.cobblifemagazine.com Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram

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5 SPORTS MEDICINE EXPERTS AT YOUR SERVICE.

If you’re active and into sports you’re probably familiar with sprains, tears and overuse injuries. So are we. Northside Hospital Cherokee Sports Medicine Program has a team of experts who can help you get back on the court, field or track.

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HOME 18 DESIGN DUO Forbes + Masters puts their stamp on the design field

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20 LUMINARY PANEL Professionals give tips on all things home

DEPARTMENTS

26 TOP HOMES You’ll get house envy with this list of the Top 10 homes sold last year

44 ART Local artists share their work throughout Kennesaw and Marietta 48 SPICE Get your Tex-Mex fill at Ford Fry’s newest venture, El Felix, at The Battery 52 HEALTH & WELLNESS If you’re looking for a new fitness craze, MX4 might be your speed ON THE COVER: The renovated Marietta home of Jess Taylor and Tiffany Hendryx. PHOTOGRAPHY BY ERIN GRAY CANTRELL

28 FIREPIT A landscape aesthetic perfect for roasting marshmallows and entertaining friends 34 MODERN RENOVATION This Marietta ranchstyle home went from drab to fab 40 FLIP OR FLOP Catch up with Ken and Anita Corsini

IN EVERY ISSUE

IN MY CORNER NEWS & NOTEWORTHY KID FRIENDLY COBB WORTH WATCHING KEEPING UP WITH KATY RUTH HIGHLIGHTS SCENE PARTING SHOT 6

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8 IN MY CORNER

Spring has become my REAL New Year and a reason to purge

By LaTria Garnigan

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hile January is the beginning of the year, the spring is known to bring about a renewed spirit.

Personally, I’m using this spring as my actual New Year.

It’s as if the beginning of the year was just a trial run — a hold-over from last year. I recently heard that the pressure of beginning to accomplish your goals promptly on Jan. 1 isn’t necessarily reasonable or even crucial. As long as you have a goal in mind, does it matter if you build in some cushion to get going? I don’t know about you, but this is my current way of thinking.

It doesn’t hurt that along with a spiritual and personal renewal, nature begins its change with outside foliage in the spring. Flowers begin to bloom, trees regain their leaves and the grass gets a bit greener. This entices us to venture outside more and start to finally thaw out from our winter doldrums. And I think we all can agree that we DESERVE a nice spring after the last few months.

Perhaps the most important change that comes about is spring cleaning. It’s not just a saying, it is a feeling that does tend to take hold of you during this time. There is something about the shedding of winter clothes that effortlessly translates into the shedding of items you no longer need around your home. We’re packing away those bulky sweaters and thinking, “will I wear this one next year?” And more often

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than not a donate pile will start to build during this time. With March 20 being the first day of spring, it could be time to start taking inventory of ways you can spruce up around the house. *** It doesn’t begin and end with cleaning, you may be thinking of ways to change up your home, in general, this season.

Maybe you’ll remove a door from the closet, paint a wall or two or perhaps you’ll take on a more extensive home project.

Whatever you decide to do, we may have some inspiration for you on the pages that follow.

This March issue is dedicated to all things home and we have plenty to get your creative ideas flowing.

There are two different features with interior designers and home professionals giving advice that any design novice should know. Home envy will become real when you see the top homes sold in Cobb last year. If sprucing up your backyard is a priority, a fire pit might be attractive to you.

Tackling an extensive renovation like one Marietta couple could be the inspiration you need to get started in your own home. And you’ll also catch up with local pros featured on Flip or Flop.

No matter where you are on your homeownership journey, I hope you’ll find this content beneficial to your specific needs.

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9 MUST SEE

AT LEAST ONCE in YOUR LIFETIME

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I’ve reviewed about 4,000 shows.

None can compare to what I saw tonight.”

—Richard Connema, renowned Broadway critic

“Absolutely the No.1 show in the world.

No other company or any style can match this!”

—Kenn Wells, former lead dancer of the English National Ballet

“Poetry in motion... Priceless.”

—Siegfried & Roy, Masters of the Impossible

“There is a massive power in this that can embrace the world. It brings great hope… It is

truly a touch of heaven.”

—Daniel Herman, Minister of Culture of the Czech Republic

“Absolutely the greatest of the great!

It must be experienced.”

—Christine Walevska, “goddess of the cello”, watched Shen Yun 5 times

“Don’t wait, get your tickets now!”

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Restaurant Week on the Marietta Square will be March 6-11

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estaurant Week on the Marietta Square, brought to you by the Marietta Daily Journal, will be March 6-11. Restaurants on and around Marietta Square will be offering three- to five-course meals, ranging in price from $15 to $35 per person, not including tax or gratuity. Participating ON restaurants will also THE MARCH 6-11 offer many of their favorite dishes with special pricing to celebrate the week.

Some of the participating restaurants are Piastra Restaurant,

Hemingway’s Bar & Grill, Taqueria Tsunami, Stockyard Burgers and Bones, wr Social House, Shillings, House of Lu and Freckled & Blue Kitchen.

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Kennesaw State ranked among schools that students most want to attend The majority of students accepted to Kennesaw State University are choosing KSU as their school to attend, according to data from U.S. News & World Report. The U.S. News study determined that Kennesaw State has one of the nation’s highest admissions yield rates, meaning the percentage of admitted students who enroll.

Of 8,847 accepted students, 5,347 enrolled at Kennesaw State in fall 2016 for a yield of 60.4 percent, ranking KSU 13th nationally and No. 1 in Georgia.

GOLFTEC teaching facility opens at Fox Creek Golf Club

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new two-bay indoor GOLFTEC teaching facility will soon be located at Fox Creek Golf Club in Smyrna. The club anticipates celebrating the grand opening in March.

GOLFTEC’s fact-driven instructional approach includes a Swing Evaluation using GOLFTEC’s patented TECSWING Training System, custom lessons crafted by a professional coach, interactive video in each Training Bay, a precision-based club fitting system and an online Player Performance Center granting 24/7 access to all lesson data, comments and recommended practice drills.

The facility will offer all Fox Creek golfers a special $75 swing evaluation offer, discounted from the standard rate of $125. Interested golfers can schedule a swing evaluation and claim this special offer by visiting www.golftec.com/ foxcreek.

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12 KID FRIENDLY COBB Photos with the Easter Bunny WHAT: Town Center at Cobb will host an Easter Bunny photo experience. Kids will have the chance to visit with the bunny and take home a treasured snapshot of the fun occasion. Save time and avoid the line by booking an appointment. On March 11 and 18, from 10:30 a.m. to noon, the mall will host the Caring Bunny — for families of children with special needs. It will be a subdued environment with many steps taken to reduce sensory triggers, creating a more comforting environment for children’s cherished visit with the bunny. And for those whose pets are just as much a part of the family, Pet Photo Night will be 6:30 to 8 p.m.

For convenient access, pet owners should enter through the Food Court’s main entrance between Belk and JCPenney.

WHEN: Through March 31 WHERE: Food court, Town Center at Cobb, 400 Ernest W. Barrett Parkway, NW, Kennesaw INFO: www.simonbunny.com; www.simon.com/towncenteratcobb

Little Lambs Children’s Consignment Sale WHAT: Marietta First United Methodist Church is hosting its Little Lambs Children’s Consignment Sale. Buy or sell quality children’s and maternity clothing, as well as toys, games, furniture and more.

WHEN: March 8-10 WHERE: Marietta FUMC, 56 Whitlock Ave., Marietta INFO: www.lil-lambs.org

NOWAMOM Kids Consignment Sale WHAT: A children’s consignment sale will be held for 90 percent off on baby and children’s clothes, toys, books and gear at the NOWAMOM Consignment Sale. Sizes range from preemie to juniors. It is open to the public. Brought to you by the North West Atlanta Moms of Multiples Club, a nonprofit support group for moms of twins and triplets.

Admission is free and parking is free, onsite and is handicap accessible.

WHEN: March 10, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

WHERE: Sandy Plains Baptist Church, 2825 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta INFO: www.nowamomsale.org

Atlanta Braves season opener WHAT: Cheer on the Atlanta Braves as they go head to head with the Philadelphia Phillies at SunTrust Park March 29-31. For start times see Website.

WHEN: March 29-31 WHERE: SunTrust Park, 755 Battery Ave., Atlanta INFO: 800-745-3000, atlanta.braves.mlb.com/atl/ticketing/ suntrust-park

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Safety Brain Camp WHAT: Residents are encouraged to bring their middle and high school students to Safety Brain Camp at the Cobb County Safety Village. There will be discussions on how to avoid bullying, sports safety and being safe on the internet. Participants can also sign up teens to learn how to drive without distractions on SafeAmerica Foundation’s new 3-D simulator.

WHEN: March 3, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

WHERE: Cobb County Safety Village, 1220 Al Bishop Drive, Marietta INFO: 770-852-3270

Six Flags Over Georgia 2018 opening weekend WHAT: It’s officially 2018 and that means it’s soon time for another exciting season of bigger thrills and bigger fun!

Be the first to ride Six Flags Over Georgia’s legendary collection of world-class coasters and fan favorites on the opening weekend. Six Flags is the world headquarters for the biggest, fastest, most utterly insane thrill rides on Earth — but are you brave enough to ride them?

WHEN: Opening weekend is March 10-11 WHERE: 275 Riverside Parkway, SW, Austell INFO: 770-739-3400, www.sixflags.com/overgeorgia

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Atlanta Ballet – Black Swan WHAT: Modern audiences will once again fall under the spell of Marius Petipa, “The Father of Classical Ballet,” with one of the most celebrated versions of Swan Lake in existence. Atlanta Ballet takes you ahead in the story to the iconic third act and the pivotal moment when Prince Siegfried mistakes Odile, the evil sorcerer Von Rothbart’s daughter, for his true love, Odette.

WHEN: March 16, 8 p.m.; March 17, 2 p.m. and 8 p.m.; and March 18, 2 p.m.

WHERE: Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre, 2800 Cobb Galleria Parkway INFO: 770-916-2800, www.cobbenergycentre.com

Free cooking, etiquette lessons WHAT: The UGA Cobb Extension staff will host Etiquette 101 and Cooking Lessons. This eight-week innovative approach to etiquette and cooking is free to all families.

WHEN: March 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Incentives will be given.

WHERE: Activity room A at the South Cobb Recreation Center, 875 Riverside Parkway, Building Two in Austell.

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WORTH WATCHING If you’re looking to head to the movies this month or want to know what’s new on television — here’s your guide. Enjoy!

By LaTria Garnigan

A Royal Romance Parisa Fitz-Henley (“Jessica Jones”) and Murray Fraser (“The Loch”) have been cast in the title roles for the Lifetime feature “Harry & Meghan: A Royal Romance.” The movie will premiere this spring.

Chronicling the courtship and love story between a beloved prince and his new fiancée, the film will examine the history of Prince Harry (Fraser) and Meghan Markle (Fitz-Henley) from the moment they met after being set up by friends, through their initial courtship when they were able to keep their romance under wraps, and ultimately the intense global media attention surrounding their relationship and Meghan’s life as a divorced American actress.

From visionary director Ava DuVernay comes Disney’s “A Wrinkle in Time,” an epic adventure based on Madeleine L’Engle’s timeless classic which takes audiences across dimensions of time and space, examining the nature of darkness versus light and, ultimately, the triumph of love. Through one girl’s transformative journey led by three celestial guides, we discover that strength comes from embracing one’s individuality and that the best way to triumph over fear is to travel by one’s own light.

Cast: Oprah Winfrey, Reese Witherspoon, Mindy Kaling, Gugu Mbatha-Raw, Michael Pena and introducing Storm Reid with Zach Galifianakis and Chris Pine.

Facebook: www.facebook.com/WrinkleinTimeMovie; Twitter: @ WrinkleinTime; Instagram: @wrinkleintime; Hashtag: #WrinkleinTime | In theaters -- March 9

‘A Wrinkle In Time’

Superhero

“Marvel’s Jessica Jones” March 8 on Netflix New York City private investigator Jessica Jones (Krysten Ritter) is beginning to put her life back together after murdering her tormenter, Kilgrave.

Now known throughout the city as a super-powered killer, a new case makes her reluctantly confront who she really is while digging deeper into her past to explore the reasons why.

Make sure to catch up on season 1, while you’re counting down the days to binge season 2.

Legal Eagles “Grace vs Abrams” March 29, 10 p.m. on A&E

Two of the country’s best-known legal analysts — Nancy Grace and Dan Abrams — are joining forces to debate infamous crimes and legal cases in A&E Network’s new original series, “Grace vs. Abrams.” Known for their epic battles on their “Good Morning America” segments, “Grace vs. Abrams” will see the two attorneys break down cases, providing their unique legal perspectives and compelling and opposing points of view on crimes and trials that captured the country’s attention. Each episode they will break down the case, feature key players from the cases as well as never-before-heard from players, both in-studio and by remote.

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16 ‘Barry’ “Barry” March 25, 10:30 p.m. on HBO

The globe-spanning conflict between

‘Pacific Rim Uprising’ otherworldly monsters of mass

“Barry” is a dark comedy starring Bill Hader as a depressed, low-rent hitman from the Midwest. Lonely and dissatisfied in his life, he reluctantly travels to Los Angeles to execute a hit on an aspiring actor. Barry follows his “mark” into an acting class and ends up finding an accepting community in a group of eager hopefuls within the LA theater scene. He wants to start a new life as an actor, but his criminal past won’t let him walk away – can he find a way to balance both worlds? The eight-episode series also stars Stephen Root, Sarah Goldberg, Glenn Fleshler, Anthony Carrigan and Henry Winkler.

destruction and the human-piloted super-machines built to vanquish them was only a prelude to the all-out assault on humanity in “Pacific Rim Uprising.” John Boyega (“Star Wars: The Force Awakens”) stars as the rebellious Jake Pentecost, a once-promising Jaeger pilot whose legendary father gave his life to secure humanity’s victory against the monstrous “Kaiju.” Jake has since abandoned his training only to become caught up in a criminal underworld. But when an even more unstoppable threat is unleashed to tear through our cities and bring the world to its knees, he is given one last chance to live up to his father’s legacy by his estranged sister, Mako Mori (Rinko Kikuchi)-who is leading a brave new generation of pilots that have grown up in the shadow of war. As they seek justice for the fallen, their only hope is to unite together in a global uprising against the forces of extinction.

Website: www.pacificrimmovie.com; Facebook: www.facebook.com/ pacificrimmovie; Twitter: @PacificRim; Instagram: @pacificrimmovie; Hashtags: #pacificrimuprising, #JoinTheUprising | In theaters -- March 23

‘Tomb Raider’ Lara Croft is the fiercely independent daughter of an eccentric adventurer

who vanished when she was scarcely a teen. Now a young woman of 21 without any real focus or purpose, Lara navigates the chaotic streets of trendy East London as a bike courier, barely making the rent.

Determined to forge her own path, she refuses to take the reins of her father’s global empire just as staunchly as she rejects the idea that he’s truly gone. Advised to face the facts and move forward after seven years without him, even Lara can’t understand what drives her to finally solve the puzzle of his mysterious death. Cast: Alicia Vikander, Dominic West, Walton Goggins, Daniel Wu and Kristin Scott Thomas. | Website: tombraidermovie.com; Hashtag: #TombRaider In theaters -- March 16

An exhilarating mix of dark comedy, white-knuckle action and dramatic intrigue, “Gringo” joy rides into Mexico, where mild-mannered businessman Harold Soyinka (David Oyelowo) finds himself at the mercy of backstabbing business colleagues back home, local drug lords and a morally conflicted black-ops mercenary. Crossing the line from law-abiding citizen to wanted criminal, Harold battles to survive his increasingly dangerous situation in ways that raise the question: Is he out of his depth — or two steps ahead?

Cast: David Oyelowo, Charlize Theron, Joel Edgerton, Amanda Seyfried, Thandie Newton ad Sharlto Copley.

Facebook: www.facebook.com/gringomovie; Hashtag: #GringoMovie In theaters -- March 9

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Young, up-and-coming interior designers, Forbes + Masters, talk about their style and take on all things home

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avia Forbes and Monet Masters were each carving their own lane in the interior design world. They initially met on a commercial project, where Monet admits that it wasn’t going in her favor and the owners brought in Tavia to more or less take over the project.

“After that initial meeting, I contacted her the next day,” says Monet. “I researched her, looked up her work and thought she was really cool. I thought it would be a great business relationship.”

Once the duo got to know each other, they realized they had more in common and after three years it made more sense to merge their businesses — with a loving nudge, of course.

“My mentor recommended I merge because in interior design there’s so much work and each of us were doing work that entire firms do,” says Tavia. “And it’s good to have someone to work with and another set of eyes.”

If you haven’t heard of this design team, you’ll get a chance to get up-close-and-personal with them at the American Craft Show, where they will be participants in the Make Room: Modern Design Meets Craft event.

Until then, get to know them a bit more.

By LaTria Garnigan Photography by Kimberly Murray Photography www.kimberlymurray.com

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Do you have certain aesthetics as designers that you go for?

Monet: It’s broken into three — 1. Existing furniture: an iconic piece a client purchased that needs to be incorporated; 2. Inspiration from the client; and 3. Initiative to seek new art, fabrics, new wallpapers — if we know its the hottest thing and perfect aesthetic then we already have it for our clients Tavia: Both are eclectic. We love eclectic spaces that mix time periods, textiles, and the juxtaposition of pieces. We do encourage (clients) to have eclectic space, but can match our likes with our clients and give them an elevated version of what they’re thinking.

I’ve noticed a lot of boldness, with wall stencils and wallpaper in your designs. How do you get your clients to see the overall vision?

Both: The company itself is growing in a sense of the type of clientele that are becoming more interested with our firm. But for a long time we would get a lot of clients who approached us with budgets a little below what they should have, so it caused us to be very creative. We want it to look like a designer was here no matter the budget, so that prompted us to do designs a certain way. In the instance with the eyes, the client had plenty funds but considering her quirky style we couldn’t find anything edgy enough so we did it ourselves — she loved the idea.

For the craft show, you’re participating in the Make Room segment where you’ll design a vignette in the chosen color scheme: deep teal. Can you talk about how you’re going to incorporate that color in your project?

Both: We love teal — we’ve been really drawn to dark moody colors and rooms. We are still building, but we’re very excited about the art pieces we go to select and are looking to create a really polished and eclectic space. One of the favorite spaces we like to create are rooms that that have no specific purpose but

look good and you can do a lot of different things with them. So we want the space to look creative; we’re stretching our imaginations.

Lastly, what are some tips for someone who has never worked with an interior designer before, but is thinking about changing up an aspect of their home?

What should they know before diving in?

1. Tell them to do a little research on the process outside of HGTV, and have a few questions for the designer. Because every designer works differently and it’s important to know your designer or project will be handled differently from what you’ve seen or heard of.

2. Actually try and develop a budget for yourself. It’s as simple as picking a store online and dropping random items in a cart. Put them together that way you can come up with a cost for a room.

The designer will help through the process because it is a luxury and then you’ll be able to manage your budget along with the designer cost.

3. Select images that demonstrate the look and style you want in your space because a lot of people have their own idea of traditional, contemporary and modern and it gives the designer ways to play off that style and helps you trust the designer.

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American Craft Show returns to Cobb Galleria Centre this month More than 230 of the country’s top contemporary craft artists will present their latest handmade creations in jewelry, clothing, furniture, and home décor at the American Craft Show. The show runs for three days, with a special $5 ticket price Friday evening after 5 p.m.

Attendees will enjoy the return of Make Room: Modern Design Meets Craft, Hip Pop, Let’s Make programs and Style Slam.

WHEN: March 16-18 WHERE: Cobb Galleria Centre, Two Galleria Parkway, Atlanta TICKETS: On-site admission $13 for a one-day pass, $5 after 5 p.m. Friday night on-site purchases only Guests can save time by purchasing tickets online at craftcouncil.org/ atlanta. Online tickets can be printed and brought right to the door.

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ROOM CHANGERS Artists and home design professionals give tips on transforming a space

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f you’ve ever wanted to hear home tips from the experts, Markay Gallery helped interested residents do just that. Recently, the downtown Marietta gallery held its first Luminaries of Art & Design panel featuring five interior design, home building, and art professionals.

The goal of the intimate gathering was to share information from the experts for the purposes of helping homeowners learn to beautify, simplify and redefine their homes.

Christen Fountain, the gallery’s sales and marketing coordinator hosted the panel, which featured insight from owner Amber Markay Byrd. Featured speakers were: Chris Lafaive, of Rezide Properties; Cassandra Buckalew, of Cassandra Buckalew Interiors; Lori May, of Lori May Interiors and artists Stacy Milburn and Mary Jane Huegel.

Check out their tips for refreshing your space.

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Chris Lafaive Rezide Properties Chris, whose business is primarily in the downtown Woodstock area, spoke on innovative home designs saying high-density is the wave of the future. Future homeowners should get used to not having large front and backyards, and look toward a more downtown living situation. Also on the horizon for home design are C-shaped homes that make way for a private courtyard — helpful when there isn’t sufficient yard space.

To maximize space when moving from an expansive estate to a downtown spot, homeowners should create smart storage.

Chris said focusing the master on the

main and downsizing items in the home are key.

“I try to talk with clients on bringing only things with sentimental value with them,” he said.

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Cassandra Buckalew Cassandra Buckalew Interiors Working in residential and commercial interior design, Cassandra said budgets are one of the most important first steps clients need to take. For residential, it’s important to set a budget so clients can get a grasp on what needs to stay and what they can acquire for the design. And in commercial spaces, every decision can have a financial impact. Depending on what design changes are done, they can immediately impact how customers react to a space.

Lori May Lori May Interiors Life changes can dictate how a homeowner goes about redefining a space, according to Lori.

With her clients, it’s all about function first. She stressed changing out artwork and textiles to create a completely different room. These are changes homeowners can even do seasonally.

As for design, Lori said an emphasis on client-driven design is the biggest trend.

“The trend to me is what my client wants,” she said. “It’s about what you all want in your homes.”

By valuing and listening to clients, Lori said designers can help shape a client’s true style while also keeping the integrity of their home.

When discussing popular colors, she said neutrals were still the way to go. But she just so happened to have a color wheel in tow and gave an expert lesson on color combinations. Cassandra urged the guests not to be afraid of color. One tip is to use varying shades of the same color to help give the space a bit more distinction.

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Coming from an artist family, Mary Jane’s main priority is to bring beauty into people’s’ lives and to paint in the spirit of love. She primarily uses oils in her work and said homeowners can make any space a statement space by featuring art.

“You can hang art everywhere,” said Mary Jane.

Paintings can speak to any style and purpose of a room. If a homeowner wants to invoke the feeling of tranquility, there’s a piece of art for that. Same goes for if they want to bring love and joy into a space. Art, said Mary Jane, can speak to all emotions.

Amber was once an assistant to Lori and has a keen eye for design and art. Markay Gallery is one of the few spaces where every single piece in-house is artist made.

Everything from the desk, tables and chairs, artwork, stair railing and more.

By housing all of this work, it gives Amber a unique chance to meet artists from all over, whose work many homeowners may have never heard of before, she said. A gallery such as this is a great place for inspiration for design and can help homeowners and designers find pieces that are truly artistic.

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trend spotting Using trendy ‘Ultra Violet’ hue in decor Wire reports

When the Pantone Color Institute recently announced its color of the year for 2018, the vibrant “Ultra Violet,” it might have seemed a natural fit for fashion and cosmetics.

“Ultra Violet is a color that’s almost like a neutral in fashion now,” says New York-based interior designer Brett Beldock. “Every newscaster you see is wearing a purple tie.”

But this rich violet is more challenging to use well in home decorating. It can easily overpower a room, and needs to be paired carefully with other shades.

We’ve ask Beldock and two other interior designers — Abbe Fenimore, founder of the Dallas-based design firm Studio Ten 25, and Jessica McClendon, founder of the Los Angeles-based design firm Glamour Nest — for advice on bringing his trendy, bold color into home decor in ways that won’t quickly go out of style.

BEST FOR BEDROOMS McClendon says violet can bring a touch of luxury to bedrooms, especially when used sparingly in rich upholstery fabrics. “Go with a deeper or dustier shade for a more mature look or brighter for a playful, younger vibe,” she says. “If you want a softer, more feminine feel, opt for a less saturated or paler tone.”

One key is choosing the right fabric: “If you are thinking about using purple on an upholstered item, opt for fabrics rich in texture or feel,” McClendon says. “Think silk, velvet, chenille, textured woven or even an interesting print. I’m not a fan of just plain solid purple twill cotton because it ends up feeling flat and looking not high-quality.”

Along with fabrics, Fenimore likes using violet for accessories in the bedroom “for a rich and sophisticated feel. Amethyst accents like lamps, picture frames or small accessories stacked on books work well,” she says.

CAREFUL PAIRINGS Ultra Violet “can be bold and take over a room quickly if it’s not balanced correctly,” says Fenimore. So use it as a supporting player only.

Choose color combinations that make Ultra Violet feel like a part of the room, instead of taking over, she says. Good partners might be celadon green, lavender and soft pink. That palette, with a touch of Ultra Violet, would be beautiful in a modern wallpaper used in a small space like a powder room.

Beldock loves violet with white, heather gray, khaki, olive or camel.

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And a mix of violet, chocolate brown and white, she says, would have a smartly retro 1970s feel that could look very fresh today.

One warning about color pairings: “I would avoid mixing the color with red,” says Fenimore. “Together, the two shades will quickly take over a room and create an environment with too much anxiety.”

BE WARY OF WALLS If you’re considering painting your walls violet, Beldock suggests testing a large swatch first. McClendon agrees: “Make sure you look at large samples of the paint before committing. Purple is a hard color, and it straddles a fine line between super-luxurious and cheap. You have to be really thoughtful when choosing a purple paint color.”

Look at the samples in different lights and in different parts of the room.

Two ways to moderate violet’s impact on walls: Use it only on a single accent wall, Beldock suggests, or bring it in as part of a wallpaper pattern.

In her own wall covering designs, she has used violet as a solid backdrop covered with images rendered in crisp white, or as a playful accent over a simple white background.

HOW MUCH IS TOO MUCH?

Ultra Violet a statement color, McClendon says. So even though it’s popular right now, “don’t commit to painting a room or a large piece of furniture unless it works for your true style.”

But if you love it, go all in.

“I’ve seen rooms that were all purple and amazing,” she says. “Again, it goes back to what your true style is and how you want your space to feel.” n

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1. 4300 Paper Mill Road SE Marietta, 30067 $2,775,000 6 beds 6 full baths 2 half baths 13,005 sq. ft.

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Marietta, 30067 $2,225,000 7 beds 7 full baths 2 half baths 10,911 sq. ft.

Built in 1996 3.77 acres

Marietta, 30067 $2,100,000 6 beds 6 full baths 1 half bath 9,000 sq. ft.

Built in 2016 1.75 acres

4. 2585 Gelding Court NE Marietta, 30062 $2,066,667 5 beds 5 full baths 1 half bath 6,900 sq. ft.

Built in 1986 11.7 acres

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5. 952 Mountain Park Circle NW Kennesaw, 30152 $1,925,000 6 beds 6 full baths 1 half bath 12,570 sq. ft.

Built in 2005 0.69 acres

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6. 2926 Orchard Knob SE Atlanta, 30339 $1,900,000 6 beds 6 full baths 2 half baths 7,139 sq. ft.

Built in 1990 5 acres

7. 565 Gramercy Drive NE Marietta, 30068 $1,842,500 6 beds 6 full baths 1 half bath 8,069 sq. ft.

Built in1999 1.27 acres

8. 554 Rivercliff Trace Marietta, 30067 $1,835,000 7 beds 7 full baths 2 half baths 10,879 sq. ft.

Built in 2002 0.72 acres

9. 850 Club Moss Court Marietta, 30068 $1,800,000 6 beds 6 full baths 2 half baths 9,940 sq. ft.

Built in 2006 0.76 acres

10. 4708 Green River Court NE Marietta, 30068 $1,765,000 7 beds 6 full baths 2 half baths 8,190 sq. ft.

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Outdoor Living Firepit provides a life-changing landscape for this Marietta family

By Stacey L. Evans Photography by Erin Gray Cantrell

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“When we moved into this house, there was a forest in the back and the land was uneven,” Jean Ann said.

“There was a lot of space, but we were not able to use very well.”

So they called Paradigm Landscape to design an outdoor living space that would bring fulfillment to their outdoorsy natures.

“The existing landscape did not serve their family’s needs. It was overgrown with trees, had too much shade, no level playing area for the boys and next to no parking space for guests,” said Todd Angel, owner of Paradigm Landscape.

First, the landscape team cleared part of the land to increase sunlight and air circulation and then provided grading to level an open play space for the children.

They added a variety of plants to enhance the aesthetic value as well as provide shade and privacy. The driveway was also replaced, and a retaining wall created a second tier in which they placed a large fire pit area, with room for 10-12 people to gather.

The fire pit area also allows the adults to have some privacy while the kids play below.

“It feels like a separate space,” Jean Ann said.

The couple chose a handcrafted stainless steel fire pit from S&S Firepits, a Hapeville company that uses recycled and repurposed materials in their custom-made creations.

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“We love that they are unique and one of kind, and we also love the rustic look,” Jean Ann said. “It makes for a nice decoration when the weather is too hot for fires!”

In addition, a grill grate can be placed on top of the pit to cook directly over the fire.

“Typically, a landscape is thought of as a seasonal item,” Todd said. “Adding a fire pit gives you the opportunity to use your property all year. Furthermore, with kids, who doesn’t like roasting marshmallows and telling camp fire stories? It’s a time for families to disconnect from a busy life and share in quality, safe, family fun.”

The backyard has indeed become the Murphy family’s favorite place to be. The new outdoor space lives up to Paradigm’s motto of creating “life-changing landscapes,” Jean Ann said.

“It’s truly changed how we use our house. We love that our home feels like a retreat. It’s a place we can enjoy nature and family time. Also, we have more people over now because we love being able to provide a space to create a community with our friends and family,” she said.

The Murphys have an open-door policy with the friends of their boys, ages 6 and 9. “The more the merrier,” Jean Ann said.

“They love playing on their ‘football field’ and enjoying their ‘s’mores pit.’ They will run around and have water-gun fights.

We have their birthday parties there and they have so much fun.”

Outdoor living spaces open up the opportunity to have experiences you can’t get inside the home, Todd said.

“Maybe it’s the sound of birds, maybe it’s watching the kids play ball, maybe a water feature sound in the background.”

Whatever the size of the project — a full renovation with covered pool cabanas or simply adding a fire pit — what’s important is providing a space that encourages spending time outdoors and brings joy to your life, Todd said.

“I do what I do, and our Steven and Jean Ann Murphy with their company does what it does sons, Matthew and Jonathan. to positively impact our clients in a way that truly changes their lives,” Todd said. “The idea of those boys having the space they need to run and play, to climb on the boulders and to hang out with their friends and family at the fire pit is what I love most. Anyone can pick the perfect plant or put in a great irrigation system. I care far more about the use of the space and the memories created. As a designer I try and place myself in their family, how will we use this space, how will we grow in the space, what will be provided to us here. That is what we call the ‘Paradigm’ shift of landscape design.” — more on page 32

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First, research! Take advantage of many online resources to get ideas.

• Determine your need — ask questions such as who is going to use this space, when and how?

• Make a list of what features are must-haves, and which ones are wants. That will help dictate the size of the project, and eventually a budget.

• If your project is DIY, reach out to local vendors for help and to review material options. If the project is larger than you can take on, network with friends to find a reliable design/build team.

• Finally, consider what the space’s second function could be. It’s nice to create a space that serves a dual Todd Angel role in your landscape. In the winter it’s a fire pit patio, but in the summer it can be transformed into an area with a table and chairs or a hammock. We have built concrete play courts for families with small kids to ride bikes and play, then later converted the space to covered adult spaces with a hot tub and TV.

Have a small budget?

It’s simple to create a space to enjoy the outdoors, even on a tight budget, Todd says. “You just have to get creative!”

Fire pits are a great option because you don’t have to spend too much to get the essentials. Todd prefers portable, heavy-duty fire pits built from recycled propane tanks, like the one installed at the Murphys’ home.

“It provides a purpose for an old tank and it offers a change in material from a typical stone or rock fire pit,” Todd says. “I like details in the landscape, and an old, custom-made fire pit has a story to tell.”

What’s more, a recycled tank typically cost less than a stone fire pit, and its portability makes it easy to transform the patio in summer months when a fire isn’t needed.

“If you’re a DIY-type person you could create a nice space with a fire pit for $500 to $1,500 that will last for years,” Todd said.

Are you a DIYer who needs a little guidance?

Paradigm offers a $149 “Clipboard Concept” to aid clients who are addressing a small space. A landscape designer will sketch a design and provide a shopping list of plant material and direction on where to install it.

“Hiring a landscape designer is paramount to a well thought out landscape,” Todd said. “It’s not often that clients, on any level, do the entire project at one time, and so having a well thought out master plan is key. It gives you something to work towards. Most of our master residential plans are implemented over years.” n

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Modern Living ‘Good bones’ transformed this Marietta ranch-style home into a stylish sanctuary

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n 2009, as Tiffany Hendryx searched for the perfect home in the perfect neighborhood at the perfect price, she drove by what she calls, “a flesh-colored airplane hangar,” several times before looking inside.

“I was having a tough time finding exactly what I was looking for,” Tiffany remembers. “The outside wasn’t my preference, but the inside was absolutely lovely. I could tell it had good bones; it was livable and functional. Updating was simply a matter of style, I could see great potential.”

Tiffany sent a picture of the outside of the house to an architect friend asking what he envisioned. To her surprise, he sent back a beautiful sketch with massive windows and an open floor plan. So, now with the spark of hope, the excitement of potential, and the confidence of location and price, Tiffany took a leap of faith and began her home remodel journey.

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Tiffany and Jess spent months combing through magazines and frequenting home tours for inspiration and ideas to create their “forever style.”

“The house was functional but very closed off,” she says.

“We really wanted to open the floor plan, get rid of the beige walls, and make it more modern. Our goal was to bring out the best in the house; to make it its highest self.”

Once they agreed on a style, the couple worked with structural engineers and an architect to bring the remodel to life in the fall of 2014.

Inspired by California mid-century modern ranch homes, Tiffany and Jeff selected kitchen cabinets from Ikea with custom doors from California and adorned spaces with modern light fixtures. Tiffany’s favorite part of the renovation may be their boldest decision — painting the outside of the fireplace orange. — more on page 38

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38 “Painting the fireplace makes it look like a sculpture,” Tiffany says. “Orange is such a vibrant, happy color and seems to really bring the house to life.”

The couple advises keeping an open mind throughout the process.

“The architect suggested flipping the kitchen and dining room which I thought would be difficult,” Jeff says. “It wasn’t nearly the hassle we thought it would be and now the kitchen is so open to everything; it’s become my favorite part.”

Tiffany adds, “Letting go opens opportunity, so be open to ideas that pop up once the process has started.”

After eight months of construction (three of which were spent in the basement with three kids and a new puppy during the kitchen remodel) the bulk of the renovations were complete.

“We’ve been astonished at the number of people who stop by to let us know how amazed they are with the transformation of the house and how great they think it looks,” Tiffany says.

Though it had its difficult times, the couple says the accomplishment of bringing their vision to life is extremely satisfying.

They offer this advice for future home remodelers: “Be brave; look for what inspires you and assume it can happen until someone tells you otherwise.” n

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nita and Ken Corsini have been remaking houses throughout Atlanta and its suburbs for years, including Cherokee and Cobb counties. From their base in Woodstock where they live and operate their business Red Barn Homes, the work they have done in the area of flipping — ­ renovating and reselling — more than 600 houses gained them national attention and their own television show on HGTV, “Flip or Flop Atlanta.”

So far, the couple has filmed one 13-episode season and are in the midst of filming a second season. The show is one of several spinoffs from the popular original Southern California-based “Flip or Flop.”

“The success of HGTV’s original ‘Flip or Flop’ and ‘Flip or Flop Vegas’ set the stage for ‘Flip or Flop Atlanta,’” said John Feld, senior vice president of programming for HGTV, DIY Network and Great American Country. — more on page 42

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“Atlanta has some of the most beautiful neighborhoods in the country. We take pride in making it a little more beautiful with each house we flip.”

The Corsinis met in their junior year of college at the University of Georgia and after years of working in other fields with their respective degrees, decided to “pursue their passion.”

“In my first five years out of college I was in insurance but always wanted to be in real estate,” Ken Corsini said. “Once I graduated I was listening to real estate courses going back and forth to work knowing somehow that’s where I wanted to be.

After five years of being in a corporation, I quit my job and Anita was a teacher at the time and a year later quit her job and became a real estate agent. We both quit what we were doing to really pursue what we love.”

Now a national television audience gets to share in that love.

How long each house-flipping project takes depends on the size and the work involved. The projects can range from three weeks to two months, Ken Corsini said. The pair has found that many of the projects can be extensive — a century-year-old house can cost $100,000 to rehabilitate.

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They’ve also bought houses with unusual items from previous owners, including preserved animals and mannequin parts. The couple commonly finds insects, old magazines, mold and “very odd smells,” Anita Corsini said. “It’s pretty gross.”

Being on television has drawn more attention to their business, Ken Corsini said, but it hasn’t affected the way they do business.

“It is a lot to juggle, but it’s a lot of fun,” Anita Corsini said.

“It certainly adds. It’s not like anything from our normal work habits, daily lives have changed, you’re just adding filming on top of that — which is adding a very thick layer. But it’s a very fun layer. So, we’re learning to juggle things in a different way.

We were always juggling things.”

The second season of “Flip or Flop Atlanta,” should wrap production in May, with the new season starting in August.

Atlanta’s city center has provided both business for Red Barn Homes and fodder for the program.

“There’s a real big push out there to revitalize in-town neighborhoods, which was previously stagnant for years, especially during the downturn,” Ken Corsini said. “But now, you’ve got a lot of young professionals that want to get back in town and not have these long commutes. So, there’s a lot of in-town neighborhoods with really old housing stock — we’re doing one that’s over 100 years old right now. Because of that, that’s making our rehabs a much bigger process.”

In the second season of “Flip or Flop Atlanta,” viewers will see some pretty extensive renovations, Anita Corsini said.

“Because of the inventory selection that’s out there, the houses we’re picking up are way more distressed than typical.

So, on our show, you’ll see much bigger rehabs just because the inventory that’s out there is very severely distressed.”

Even with the success of their show, the Corsinis remain grounded and love their lives in Cherokee County.

“We love Woodstock because we love the people first,” Anita Corsini said. “We love the community and the way everyone works together.”

“It has a small town feel. Schools are good and the community is tight. It’s a great place to raise a family,” Ken Corsini said.

The home where the couple lives with their three children, Naomi, 10, and twins, Rocco and Kayla, 7, sits on 14 acres with a private lake. The home has 12 different levels, according to HGTV. n

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- Shower flooring and tile Flooring upgrades - New or refinished hardwood flooring - Laminates Paint upgrades - Fresh coat of paint with updated colors Exterior upgrades - Front door - Shutters - Landscaping - Siding

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magine running errands in Kennesaw, or strolling downtown or through a park when suddenly you come across a piece of artwork that advertises itself as free and encourages you to take it.

Sounds pretty rare, right?

Well not if Kim Meacham and Vision Bear have anything to do with it.

The two are donating their artwork to start a new art movement in Kennesaw called Free Art Friday.

It’s an international project where local artists donate pieces to fellow residents by way of a scavenger hunt.

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Meacham explained that artists should post a picture of the artwork that they will “hide” along with a clue as to where it is and tag the post #fafkennesaw or #freeartfridaykennesaw.

She said this is an initiative of the Kennesaw Art and Culture Commission, and that Free Art Friday also exists in Atlanta, and other areas in Georgia.

Meacham would like to invite any and all artists to participate, from beginners to masters.

“The more the merrier,” she said. “They could be crafters; any kind of art. Vision Bear and I both happen to be painters.”

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The artwork they produce and teach students is very spiritual.

Vision Bear is Mexican and Mayan and has developed the Ehecatl technique of painting.

“It’s based on the idea that being native, we do things purposefully,” he said. “It has to have a purpose so it makes sense to us all. It’s a spiritual message that reaches your soul.”

“It’s been instrumental over the years to help people navigate through their life.”

The method of creating these paintings requires a ceremony.

Raw canvas is submerged in water and once it is soaked, it gets curled up into a ball.

“It represents the planet, the Earth” Vision Bear said. “We say a prayer, we are meditating on the process of water flowing through us, through the planet and bringing life up from the ground.”

Once the canvas is dry, it is unfurled and stretched. The remaining water lines are what the artists map out and begin to paint. — more on page 47

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“They are transitioning each time they work on it,” he said. “They come back sometimes after one class and suddenly felt that it changed, but in fact, they changed.

They have evolved.”

He said a lot of the paintings bear icons that resemble issues the artist is having.

The process said Vision Bear, and the end result is both healing and soothing.

He was drawn to art early in life, taking bits of charcoal and sketching on cardboard when he was 4 or 5. It took him awhile to find his purpose, however.

Meacham has been painting since 2003.

“Kim was at first a little reticent about painting, but once she got into it, she took off,” Vision Bear said. “She was able to use the process to grow herself.”

Indeed, Meacham gained the confidence to start her own business, KRM Solutions Group, where she says she is a grant and proposal writer by day and a painter by night. n

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During my meal, I had my choice of eight different kinds of margaritas. A blood orange margarita was calling my name, but The Casa margarita or The ATL, made with a jalapeno cilantro syrup sounded equally appealing. If margaritas aren’t your thing, they riff on other cocktails as well. A Moscow Mule gets a Tex-Mex spin, swapping vodka for Mezcal. There’s also a Tequila y Tonic.

I’ve had plenty of cheese dip in my life, but never one with brisket. It’s something only available at The Battery location. They call it “Compuesto” and it comes with a generous scoop of guacamole sitting atop the dip. Balance out that rich starter with the shrimp and octopus cocktail. The fried tostada chips served with it support the large, perfectly cooked seafood pieces well.

I eyed the house salad as the avocado, pickled onions and tortilla strips along with a creamy oregano dressing would be a healthy follow-up to the preceding brisket cheese dip. But alas, my stomach had different ideas. I can never resist a mole sauce (a slightly sweet, slightly spicy chocolate-based sauce). It comes on the chicken enchiladas. If that’s out of your comfort zone, go for the chicken

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Park in the red lot — which is free for four hours if there is no event that day — and The El Felix is just a few short steps away.

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With schedules like this, finding time for one’s health and wellbeing can be difficult. MX4 fitness classes at Workout Anytime in Marietta are revolutionizing the way we exercise and all it takes is a little motivation and 30 minutes, three to four days a week.

What is MX4?

“MX4 is small-group, high-intensity interval training run as a circuit,” says Dianna Kaga, owner and operator of Workout Anytime Marietta.

Each class includes 10-12 students and two certified trainers. Trainers design lesson plans incorporating four to six, 4-minute exercise stations targeting strength, cardio, power and endurance. They vary lesson plans and equipment used to work every muscle and keep participants engaged.

“MX4 classes are fast paced, but are designed to get you into awesome shape in just three to four, 30-40 minute sessions a week,” says Dianna. “The class setting itself is meant to pull people out of their comfort zones and push them a little harder than they would on their own. It’s a great fitness option for any age; men or women; because exercises are clean on the joints and scalable — trainers can modify any movement to better suit individual needs. — more on page 54

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“Sometimes our MX4 clients are uncomfortable with their new heart rate, but we have certified professionals overseeing each class to ensure individuals are training at a rate that’s best for them,” she says.

Longtime member Kathie Monti shares, “MX4 has been life changing for me. I am a middle school administrator with crazy working hours. I can attend MX4 early in the morning or late afternoon. The class only lasts 30 minutes, so I can get in and out quickly.”

What she likes best about the class, adds Kathie, is the people.

“People of all fitness levels participate and we have truly become a team,” she says. “During an MX4 class you will see a lot of high-fives and fist bumps. You will hear lots of encouraging words. The coaches will push you to your limit.

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n Jan. 18, I drove to the Marietta home of my friend and fellow Marietta Arts Council member Bonnie Reavis (who you might also know from her myriad of fabulous businesses on the Marietta Square, including The Brickyard Marietta, Zenith Design Group and gallery43.2), and we hit the road to west midtown. A new theater company had invited me and a guest to get a sneak peek at the pieces they were working on for an upcoming show at Kennesaw State University’s new dance theater.

The company, called Terminus Modern Ballet Theatre after Atlanta’s first name, is made up of dancers who are very familiar to those who follow Atlanta’s ballet scene and bring an ultra-modern approach to their art.

The five founding members — Heath Gill, Tara Lee, John Welker, Rachel Van Buskirk and Christian Clark — have a combined 85 years of experience in professional dance. All five were stars with the Atlanta Ballet and announced last April (with the exception of Welker, who had retired the previous December after dancing with the Atlanta Ballet for 21 years) that they would be leaving the company. The split came as a shock to many, and was said to be a result of then-new artistic director Gennadi Nedvigin’s desire to make the company completely classical. The previous artistic director, John McFall, embraced modern as well as classical ballet and thus the dancers felt they had an artistic freedom under McFall’s direction that no longer existed in the Atlanta Ballet.

As we stepped into the company’s west midtown practice space (which we arrived to after walking through a warehouse filled with giant pink dog statues, but that’s another story), we were welcomed by the dancers and staff and joined 20 other supporters to sit on a bench along the wall of the practice space. The next hour was filled with marvel, interest and discussion. The choreographer and creator for the upcoming performance, Danielle Agami, took the onlookers through bits and pieces of the performances they were developing for the show and welcomed comments and questions throughout the evening.

The company may or may not decide to continue to perform at the KSU Dance Theatre, but I hope that they do.

Having an innovative, talented, mind-provoking company such as theirs in our own backyard — even if it is just for March — is a treasure.

“NEXT DOOR,” a world premiere production, will take place on Friday, March 30 at 8 p.m. and Saturday, March 31 at 2 and 8 p.m. Run time for the show is approximately an hour. Tickets are on sale now and are $20 for students and $30 for general admission. For more information, visit terminus-serenbe.com. The KSU Dance Theatre is located on the college’s Marietta campus, at 1100 South Marietta Parkway in Marietta. n

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Inspired by playwright Tarell McCraney’s interest in Yoruban mythology and his own childhood growing up in housing projects in Miami, The Brother/Sister Plays is a trilogy of works that have earned McCraney a reputation as one of the most exciting playwrights in a new generation. First up in the Emil Theatre is Tarell’s first installment of The Brother/Sister Plays, “In The Red and Brown Water.” Fast, spirited Oya is a promising young athlete who is offered a scholarship that could jump-start her future. Forced to choose between her dying mother and her own dreams, she makes a life-changing decision. Oya’s subsequent path to womanhood leads her to a crossroads where she finds herself torn between settling down … and just settling. This play is recommended for ages 13 and older. When: March 8-25. Where: Marietta’s Theatre In The Square, 11 Whitlock Ave., NW, Marietta. Tickets: adults, $30; seniors/military, $25; children (13 and under), $15.

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Eddie B is comedy on steroids! The Houston native is single handedly changing the comedy game, tapping into the minds of teachers around the world and selling out major arenas throughout the country in minutes. While others waited in the wings for a shot at becoming a top standup comic, Eddie soared to new heights by creating his own opportunity with the blockbuster “Teachers Only Comedy Tour!” The worldwide comedy showcase is shattering attendance records with sold-out shows at venues including the Houston Bayou City Event Center and Stafford Civic Center. The “Teachers Only Comedy Tour” has established Eddie as the official voice of teachers across the globe. Educators from America to Africa, Dallas to Dubai, New York to New Delhi (and beyond) are getting a lesson in the funniest ways to express their worst frustrations and they are loving every second of Eddie B’s point of view of an actual teacher!

When: March 24, 8 p.m. Where: Fox Theatre, 660 Peachtree St. NE, Atlanta. Tickets: $25-$65, plus applicable fees. Info: 855-285-8499; www.foxtheatre.org.

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UK’s most adventurous electronic band will play in Cobb on March 17. When: March 17, 8 p.m. Where: Coca-Cola Roxy, 800 Battery Ave., Atlanta.

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Day program. This year’s theme is Agents of Change — Women leading in nonprofit organizations. Join them to discuss the journey, views, hurdles, achievements and perspectives on seeking careers in nonprofit organizations. Audience members will have a chance to ask panelists questions during the program. When: March 3, 9:30 a.m. to noon. Where: Chattahoochee Technical College North, 5198 Ross Road, Acworth. Tickets and Info: $10 plus $1.42 processing fee; www.eventbrite. com/e/10th-annual-cobb-county-womens-history-day-2018-tickets-41524109730. Event email: CobbWHD2018@gmail.com

ABOVE & BEYOND: WOMEN’S HISTORY DAY Join the League of Women Voters of Marietta/Cobb, Alpha Kappa Alpha COMMON Sorority, Inc., Cobb Woman’s Club, American Association of University GROUND TOUR Women and Kennesaw State University for the 10th annual Women’s History

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THE ATLANTA OPERA

The Atlanta Opera continues its 2017-18 season with Donizetti’s “The Daughter of the Regiment,” known for its romance, comedy and vocal acrobatics. It tells the story of Marie, an orphan found on a battlefield and adopted by an entire French regiment. As a young vivandière, she grows up with more than 1,500 fathers. Years later, she falls in love with the handsome Tonio, a peasant who once saved her life. Just as their young love is blossoming, Marie is whisked away by a Marquise from her past who has news about her birth mother, and is intent on raising her amongst aristocracy. Marie must decide to fall into place in upper-class society or to follow her heart. The opera will be performed in French with English supertitles.

When: March 2 & 4. Where: Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre, 2800 Cobb Galleria Parkway. Tickets: Start at $35 and can be purchased at atlantaopera.org or by calling 404-881-8885.

MARCH 24

ATLANTA BLUES FESTIVAL

MARCH 11

GEORGIA BRIDAL SHOW

Your dream wedding … begins here! You’ve been The Atlanta Blues Festival will be at the Cobb online searching wedding ideas and trends. Now it’s time to see all of this come to life at the Energy Performing Arts Centre on Saturday, Georgia Bridal Show. Don’t leave your dream March 24. The line-up includes Sir Charles wedding to chance. Meet face to face with wedding Jones, TK Soul, Pokey Bear, Tucka, Nellie Tiger professionals, and find everything you need in one Travis and J’Wonn. When: March 24, 7 p.m. place and in one day. When: March 11, noon to 5 Where: Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre, p.m. Where: Cobb Galleria Centre, Two Galleria 2800 Cobb Galleria Parkway. Tickets: $99, Parkway, Atlanta. Cost: $12-$15. Info: 770- 955$75, $59, $52, plus applicable fees. Info: 8000, info@georgiabridalshow.com, www.GeorgiaBridalShow.com 770-916-2800, www.cobbenergycentre.com

AN EVENING WITH AUDRA MCDONALD

Audra McDonald is unparalleled in the breadth and versatility of her artistry as both singer and actress. The winner of a record-breaking six Tony Awards, two Grammy Awards and an Emmy Award, she was named one of Time magazine’s 100 Most Influential People of 2015 and received a 2015 National Medal of Arts. Blessed with a luminous soprano voice and an incomparable gift for dramatic truth-telling, she is cherished on Broadway, opera and concert stages, film and television. McDonald will present Songs from the American Music Theater. When: March 3, 8 p.m. Where: Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre, 2800 Cobb Galleria Parkway. Tickets and Info: $50, $65 and $125, plus applicable fees; www. cobbenergycentre.com

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CHILDREN’S HEALTHCARE RIBBON CUTTING. Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta opened the doors of the Children’s at Town Center Outpatient Care Center Feb. 6. The new 48,187-square-foot building, located on the existing Children’s at Town Center campus, will provide pediatric specialty care in multiple disciplines to Cobb County and surrounding areas. 1. Children’s

Healthcare of Atlanta mascots Will & Hope. 2. Debbie and Jay Suever. 3. From left, Donna Hyland, joined former hospital patient Jackson Huff, Jay Cunningham and his mother Jan, and Allison and Dan Singleton. 4. From left, Earl Pinkett, Tricia Newton and Ron Younker. 5. Sarah Cunningham and her sister-in-law Madison Cunningham with Sarah’s children Benjamin and Ella. // PHOTOGRAPHY BY KELLY J. HUFF //

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SEWELL MILL LIBRARY OPENING. The Sewell Mill Library and Cultural Center recently opened. The new facility offers more than just books — there is a recording studio, a theater room, art gallery and more. 1. Dillon Harp, 10 and his sister Elyssa

Harp 6, find a quiet corner of the new children’s section. 2. The Creative Studios portion of the new Sewell Mill Library and Cultural Center features state of the art equipment to record music, create projects using digital software and more. 3. Julie Walker, state librarian for the Georgia Public Library Service tries out the new virtual reality technology in the Teen Center with Chad Alexander Smith, who designed the new facility.

4. The new art gallery. 5. Eva Harp reads to her children Elyssa, 6, Asher, 3, Reese, 8 and Ethan, 6. // PHOTOGRAPHY BY KELLY J. HUFF //

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The iconic stance of Atlanta Braves legend and Baseball Hall of Famer Bobby Cox is already on the steps of the dugout and ready to welcome fans at the home opener on March 29. The Braves will play the Philadelphia Phillies for a three-day homestretch. This series will kickoff season two at SunTrust Park.

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