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February 2023 PUBLISHER

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This month Bend Lifestyle celebrates local makers in our community. From outstanding artists to jewelers to ski instructors, this issue shines a light on local talent. On the following pages we introduce you to the impressive work of local large-scale artist Andrew Thornton, whose roots as a muralist for Whole Foods led him to a thriving career creating commissioned paintings today. With their large size and captivating beauty, his paintings evoke emotion and leave a lasting impression. For those who knit, you know what a stitch marker is. This issue tells the story of how solopreneur Becky Smith started her business making stitch markers with fresh water pearls, and expanded into custom jewelry. As we’re in the middle of winter, it's a great time to try making bread using an ancient tradition of using a sourdough starter. We’ve included a recipe in this issue. The process is fun and the warm bread coming out of your oven is gratifying! Hopefully you’ll get up to the mountain this winter! With Mt. Bachelor in our own backyard, it’s easy to take for granted all that it has to offer. Since skiers at any level can benefit from fine-tuning their form, we asked Ski Services Director Josh Spoelstra to share some pointers. Check out his tips and head up to the mountain! We hope the stories in this issue cause you to take notice of the talent that surrounds us, and to pursue your own creative expression. Thank you for supporting the local businesses who support this magazine. Be sure to tell them you saw their ad here, on the pages of Bend Lifestyle.

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18 Local Artist Paints Larger Than Life Finding Joy in the Process of Painting

24 From Stitch Markers to Charm Jewelry

One Local Entrepreneur's Journey from Creating Freshwater Pearl Stitch Markers to Custom Made Jewelry

28 Artisan Sourdough Bread Using an Ancient Tradition The Art of Bread Baking Using a Sourdough Starter as Leavening

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Expert Ski Tips and Ideas to Help You Explore All the Mountain Has to Offer We caught up with Mt. Bachelor Ski Services Director Josh Spoelstra to get some tips before heading up to the mountain this winter.

JOSH’S EXPERT SKI TIPS • Know your own ability. If you want to get outside your comfort zone a little bit, push one skill at a time. Don't push three, four or five different things. • Control your legs. Get your legs to move underneath your body instead of making full body movements, which creates huge effects that have to be corrected. That can be very challenging. • Take lessons. Head up to Mt. Bachelor for lessons, either private or group, or a ski clinic. It is going to pay off big dividends. • Concentrate on your next few moves. Don't look at the one you're already doing, or what you will be doing 10 turns ahead. Focus on a couple of turns ahead and that will safely get you where you really want to go. Also, when you’re looking at things you're supposed to be avoiding, that will cause you to move towards those dangers. Look to where you want to go instead. • Wear a helmet. Research has shown that after hitting our head, what we used to think was just a headache was actually likely to be a minor concussion. Multiple concussions throughout the years are cumulative. • Dress appropriately and make sure your feet are happy. If your feet are happy, then you can be happy. Be comfortable and confident in your clothing and in your eyewear. You don’t want your goggles fogging up. • Have fun. People ski for many different reasons, and the only person doing it for the wrong reason is the one who isn't having fun. MtBachelor.com

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Mt. Bachelor Ski Services Director Josh Spoelstra grew up in the Northwest and has been skiing since the age of 2. After graduating from college with a theology degree, all he could think about was getting back on the slopes. “It was the allure of the snow, and being able to explore and challenge myself at any time,” he says. “I started coaching and instructing right out of college.” Today, he is the Ski Services Director at Mt. Bachelor and couldn’t be happier.

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Snowshoeing is another popular activity at the resort. “It doesn't take as much skill as skiing, and it’s a great way to get out there and get some physical activity,” says Spoelstra. “Being out in nature is so quiet and serene – it’s all just gorgeous.” Tours are also available with U.S. Forest Service Naturalists, where guests can learn about plants and animals that can be found in the area.

Sled dog tours are a big hit with guests of all ages. “Within minutes of starting, you’re in the middle of the wilderness — just you, the dogs and the musher,” Spoelstra says. “It doesn't take any skill at all, and our dog sledding is world class. We work with an awesome lady who owns her own dog sledding company. The dogs are amazing, super friendly and excited to be out there. You can tell they’re in their happy place.”

Nordic, or cross country, skiing, is available at the Nordic Center on the north side of the resort. “It's a world unto itself,” states Spoelstra. “The center is where the U.S. ski team trains and has produced some world-class ski team members. We have excellent coaches and teachers at the clinics we offer at the Nordic Center.” Nordic skiing, he explains, is self-propelled, so it’s easier for people to go at their own pace.

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Painted for his family as a momento of his childhood, “Bliss” (at lower left), is a piece Thornton painted of his favorite spot in Oregon at Diamond Lake.

Inspiration Comes in Many Forms for Andrew Thornton

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Local large-scale artist, Andrew Thornton, has come full circle. “Growing up, everyone always said I was an artist, that was my identity,” remarks Thornton. “I thought of it as something to do, but I never thought of it as a career. I was always just trying to have something relevant to do for work.” After college, Thornton worked for years in the professional world and became a bit of a serial entrepreneur. In 2009, Thornton, a native Oregonian, moved to Bend. “When I got here, the Hullabaloo Festival was going on and they had these street art chalk contests,” notes Thornton. He decided to enter and ended up winning the contest several years in a row. It was at one of these contests where Thornton was recruited by Whole Foods as a muralist. For four years Thornton worked as a graphic artist for Whole Foods. But, he found that watching his murals get painted over to make room for the next one was not what he wanted to do. “You pour your heart into it, you know,” he says. “So, as an artist, I knew that I wanted to create work that outlives me, work that doesn’t get painted over, work that will be here when I am gone.” While working at Whole Foods,

Thornton was hired for his first largescale commissioned painting. “That’s how all this started, by doing murals," Thornton reflects. "This large-scale art, it just sings to me.” The scale of Thornton’s art is part of what makes it unique. And powerful. It is difficult to comprehend the scope of it by a photo or from his website or Instagram. “Someone will see a piece on my website and I encourage them to see it in person,” Thornton says. In person, many of Thornton’s canvases will tower over you and all have a completely different presence. In fact, Thornton builds his own canvases for his largest works. Before meeting with a client, Thornton will prepare eight to ten small sketches. “I will ask a client what they are drawn to . . . and they might not even know why, but maybe one of the sketches, photos or other examples I bring along will speak to them,” explains Thornton. Start to finish, most of his large-scale paintings will take approximately six weeks to complete. He checks in with the clients twice during the process to make sure he’s on the right track. “But, I also tell them that the final piece will be a work of its own. It comes together the way it comes together,” he notes.

Standing over eight feet tall, this wolf is one of Thornton's largest paintings to date. This painting, “Ramble On,” was commissioned by Mountain Burger in Northwest Crossing and inspired by a photo Thornton took himself.

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This monochromatic painting, "Throw It Again," captures a Golden Retriever's impatient expression and is Thornton's largest canvas at 6 ft. x 8 ft.

Because he paints in layers creating texture, Thornton paints in acrylic, but will use oil paint to add richness to elements in his paintings, such as eyes.

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When speaking about his painting process, Thornton admits that it is not always easy. “At first I’m working in layers, there are just shadows, a lot of gray and weird colors,” he says. “But although those layers will get covered, they have to be there. It’s like building a house, you have to have the foundation and the framing.” It isn’t until a painting is about 80 percent complete, when the highlights are going in, that Thornton says it feels like watching your favorite team win the championship. “It’s at this point that a painting starts to sing,” explains Thornton. “Until then, you aren’t sure it’s working, but now it’s this joyous feeling of accomplishment. There’s not much of that in regular life, so when you get that feeling, it’s worth every stage of the process.” Thornton usually has three to four paintings in the works, and currently has nine works commissioned. Inspiration for his paintings naturally comes from his clients. But, outside of his commissioned work, Thornton finds inspiration from nature, wildlife and pets. He also enjoys painting abstracts. Although Thornton did not pursue art as a profession early on, it was always part of his life. “I always had this thought that I did not ever want to be a ‘starving artist,’” says Thornton. “The world made me think that I might not be able to make a living as an artist. But, I’ve learned that you can't let the outside world determine your life.” Thornton says he is looking toward his future retirement. “The wonderful thing is, this is something I can see myself doing at 80 years old. Art is never work for me, it’s always a pleasure. Art was who I was, but not what I did, until now.”

Still untitled and in progress, this painting is a technical exercise inspired by a photo Thornton took in Africa and will be offered for sale when complete. African wildlife and landscapes inspire Thornton and his goal in painting is always to give his audience something to think about.

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Thornton says these large-scale paintings are the art that "sings" to him the most.

For years Thornton held on to the idea that art as a career would mean painting what someone else wants with no real artistic freedom. “I was using that as an excuse, actually,” Thornton explains. “Years later when I started doing commissioned paintings, I realized that the clients are just telling me sort of what they want. A general vision and inspiration. What I paint is my interpretation of what they want, and that’s artistic freedom.” For examples of Thornton’s work, along with contact info, go to AndrewThornton.Studio

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FROM STITCH MARKERS TO JEWELRY ARTICLE BY LYNETTE CONFER PHOTOGRAPHY BY BECKY SMITH

One Local Business' Journey from Creating Tools for Knitters to Custom Made Jewelry

Seven years ago, a local homeschooling mom of three who loved to knit decided she needed a creative outlet. What resulted was the launch of Purlsmith, a small business featuring handmade genuine freshwater pearl stitch markers for knitters. “When I first started, I was making stitch markers at night when the kids were asleep,” says Becky Smith, owner and creative “solopreneur” of Purlsmith. Smith started knitting as a way to decompress when her children were young. She recalls looking for stitch markers online and finding limited options. “For some reason, the idea of using freshwater pearls to make stitch markers came to mind,” she notes. Stitch markers are small round loops of various sizes that can be slipped onto knitting needles and used to mark a certain place in a row or even hold dropped stitches until you can fix them. Handy accessories to have in a knitting toolkit, they are also used in crocheting. A few years into her business, Smith began using higher grade jewelry loops and jewelry grade copper that has a non-tarnish coating. “I started using more expensive silver plated, soldered loops so they won’t stretch or catch on the fibers,” explains Smith. “Then I realized that I was essentially making jewelry… and that led to the idea of using the stitch markers as charms for jewelry.” Smith began creating custom necklaces with original design elements to hold her genuine freshwater pearl stitch markers. “I wanted my jewelry to be functional,

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like stitch markers ‘on the go’ that can slide on and off the necklace,” notes Smith. “I didn’t know how to solder when I first started out. When I first get an idea and I don’t know how to do something, I watch videos, research, enroll in classes. The whole process is really a lot of fun.” Purlsmith jewelry has gained a following beyond knitters and fiber artists, with the jewelry appealing to a wide audience. As she expands the jewelry side of Purlsmith, Smith enjoys introducing new elements. Whether it’s a new type of charm or a custom-made piece to hold charms, Smith never seems to run out of new ideas. “Purlsmith started as really just something of my own to keep me busy and allow me to create,” remarks Smith. “But now it’s fantastic because I can actually help support the family.” Smith operates her small business out of a studio next to their home. Looking to the future, Smith is hoping to go back to school to get a Master’s Degree in Art Therapy while Purlsmith continues to grow and evolve. “I have been so inspired by how much I enjoy the creative process,” Smith reflects. “I see the value of art, of the creative process. The benefits for mental health, even overall health, are just monumental. Creating art just makes you joyful, relaxed and it is not a joy dependent on any person or thing… it’s just lovely.” Purlsmith offers retail and wholesale shopping options online and can often be seen at local and online events. Purlsmith.com

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This silver pendant was created out of silver clay, which is pulverized silver mixed with a binder. For this piece, Smith rolled out the clay piece and formed it around a small seashell. She then fired it in her small beehive kiln to burn away the binder, leaving a silver piece that is 99.9% pure silver.

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The Art of Sourdough Bread USING A SOURDOUGH STARTER AS LEAVENING CREATES BREAD WORTH THE WAIT

The art of baking bread is an ancient tradition. Before the invention of today’s commercial yeast, bread was made using a “sourdough” starter, which served as a natural leavening. Sourdough starter is living and grows when fed flour and water on a regular schedule, kept at room temperature and allowed to breathe. You can purchase starter online or in your local natural food store. It is also possible, with some research and patience, to make your own. Today it is still possible to find sourdough starter that is hundreds of years old and continues to be used in the art of baking bread.

Sourdough Bread Recipe I N G R E D IE N T S • • • • •

150 grams Active Sourdough Starter 250-300 grams lukewarm water 30 grams olive oil 500 grams all-purpose flour 1.5 teaspoon salt

ADDITIONAL ITEMS YOU WILL NEED: • Dutch oven • Parchment Paper

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DIRECTIONS 1. Mix ACTIVE sourdough starter and water in large bowl. Stir until combined and smooth. 2. Add flour, olive oil and salt and mix with a fork until the dough comes together. The dough will still look “rough”. (Note: do not overmix as this is meant to be a no-knead style wet dough.) 3. Keep the dough in the bowl, cover with a towel and let it sit on the counter for 1 to 1.5 hours. 4. After the rest period, stretch and fold the dough in the bowl a few times. To do this, take the dough and pull it from the side to the center, then turn the bowl ¼ turn and repeat. Do this 2-3 times around the entire bowl. 5. Cover the dough with a clean, damp dish towel and let it rise overnight (or about 8 hours) in a warm place. The dough should double in size. 6. Once doubled in size, turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface. Tuck and fold the dough a couple of times to form a nice ball. Do not over knead. Once you have formed a ball, let the dough rest for 15 minutes. 7. While the dough is resting, prepare the proofing bowl/basket by lightly flouring a towel and placing it inside the bowl/proofing basket. The flour will keep the dough from sticking to the towel. 8. After the resting period, reshape the dough into a ball and place it into the floured towel lined bowl and cover with a towel. Allow to rise for 1-2 hours, or until doubled. 9. Preheat the oven to 450 degrees. 10. Uncover the dough and place parchment paper over the top of the bowl; flip the dough onto it. Lift the parchment paper and dough and place it into the Dutch oven. Cover cover with the lid. 11. Place in the oven with the lid on. Bake for 30 minutes. 12. After 30 minutes, remove the lid and continue to bake for about 20 more minutes, until the bread is golden to dark brown. 13. Remove from the oven; remove the bread from the Dutch oven. Allow to cool before slicing.

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events A curated selection of the most intriguing upcoming events in our area. FEBR UARY 6TH

Creative Writing & Bookmaking Playshop

DOWNTOWN B E ND P UB L I C L I B R A RY | 4 :30 P M Create a handmade book complete with secret pages! Fill it with images and text you'll generate from playful writing prompts. Folks at all levels of experience with creative writing and bookmaking welcomed! Materials provided, though you can bring magazines (not glossy) and lightweight images from home. Krayna Castelbaum, Creativity Instigator, publishes Poem of the Month and facilitates monthly Playshops. ClearLensCoaching.com FEBR UARY 7TH

Love Poetry Slam with OSU-Cascades

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9 0 0 NW MT. WAS H I NGTON DR I V E #1 1 0, B E ND | 6 :0 0 P M Celebrate the season of love with a poetry slam at Roundabout Books. Bring your poems about romance, friendship, heartbreak, passion, loss, or anything else the heart desires. We have 10 spots for readers, so sign up now! Each reader has 5 minutes to read 1-3 poems. Registration required. Email events@roundaboutbookshop.com with questions. RoundAboutBookshop.com FEBR UARY 10 TH-14 TH

Wanderlust Tours Valentine's Weekend Romance on the Snow

6 1 5 35 S . H WY 9 7 ST E . 1 3 , B E ND | 7 :0 0 P M Celebrate the day that Oregon became a state and Valentine's Day with a one-of-a-kind snowshoe tour under the stars. Cruising on snowshoes, our destination is a hand-

carved amphitheater in the snow where a crackling bonfire awaits. Join in a magical meander through the powdery snow-filled forest at night in the Cascade Mountains west of Bend. WanderLustTours.com F E BRUA RY 1 1 T H

Free Music Education Workshop with Featured Artist Haley Reinhart

OXFO RD H OTEL BEN D, 10 N W M INNESOTA AVE., BEN D 10 : 3 0 AM Your opportunity to meet, listen, and ask questions, learn from and maybe even “jam” with the Pro’s: Georges Bouhey and Studio20 are hosting a free Music Education Workshop with featured Artist Haley Reinhart on Saturday February 11, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Doors open at 10:00 am. Whether you play or not – ALL ages and instruments are welcome. OxfordHotelBend.com/ jazz-at-the-oxford F E BRUA RY 1 7 T H - 1 9TH

Oregon WinterFest

DE SCH U TE S COUN TY FAIR & E XPO CENTE R, 38 00 AIR PORT WAY, REDM O N D | 4:00 PM Brighten the winter season with the 2023 OnPoint Community Credit Union's Oregon WinterFest, the Northwest's biggest festival, and celebrate the magic of winter. Enjoy live music, art, crafts, food, Hot Cocoa 5K Run, carnival rides, Family Fun Zone, dazzling light displays, ice sculptures and festive fire pits. Festivities begin Friday at 4 p.m. and continue through Sunday at 5 p.m. OregonWinterFest.com F E BRUA RY 2 1 ST

Deschutes Land Trust Nature Night

TOWE R T H EATRE, DOWN TOWN BE ND | 7 : 0 0 PM Deschutes Land Trust announces Nature Nights, monthly presentations on a nature-related topic held from January through March. Topics vary each month and are given by experts in their field. Save the Date so you can join in. All Nature Nights are free and start at 7 p.m. Tickets are required, and registration opens one month prior to each talk. DeschutesLandTrust.org FEB R UARY 2 0 2 3 | C I TYL I FE STYL E. C O M / BE N D

ELEVATE YOUR CLOSET

3 WAY S T O O R G A N I Z E A N D

Every woman dreams of an organized and beautiful closet space, but it often comes last on the list of places that get their time and attention. Follow our three tips for transforming and elevating your closet as you Spring clean and declutter for a more peaceful, inspired space you absolutely love. A sneak peek inside the closet of active mom and entrepreneur Keri Tarantino of Leawood, KS reveals a dressing room that rivals celebrity homes in Beverly Hills. But it didn’t come easily. Keri painstakingly planned, designed and curated the space with care. When we first stepped inside, we gasped as our eyes beheld the glory. No detail went unnoticed in this dreamy dressing room. Here are some guiding principles that can be drawn from her exquisite taste and vision. How you organize your closet will of course differ based on the size of your space, the size of your wardrobe, and the kind of life you lead. But applying the guidelines Keri used in her space will result in a much more organized and aesthetically pleasing space.

1. USE REAL ESTATE WISELY Reserve the front and middle of the closet for clothes worn most often. For someone who gets dressed for work each morning at 6 a.m., work clothes should be at the front of the closet. Store lesser-worn items like formal wear and out-of-season clothes toward the back and on the upper shelves. The large mirror and counter with chair provides the perfect spot to select jewelry and finalize finishing outfit touches. While every closet is different, the key here is everything has a home.

2. ORGANIZE BY KIND AND COLOR Group clothes by kind first and color second. This ensures quick location of that favorite shirt when it’s needed. Bonus - it’s easy on the eye. Group like with like: Gather belts, sweaters, long-sleeve shirts, work pants, dresses, button-down shirts, jeans, shorts, etc., and decide the best place to store each item as a group (e.g., hang pants in the closet, fold and stack sweaters in a bureau). Working with groupings will help you figure out how much space you need and the best way to store each type of item.

3. UPGRADED HANGERS The simplest and fastest way to make a BIG difference in your closet organization is to get matching hangers that go beyond the traditional plastic or wire hangers. And for sure ditch any with paper from the dry cleaner! Here’s a few of our favorite elevated hangers:

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