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MARCH 2018 PUBLISHER

Kathy Slemp | Kslemp@LifestylePubs.com CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Kelly Brown, Brian Frere, Sarah Soon, Justin Langston, Lauren Zeligson CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

AEV Photography, Kelly Brown-Elly Photography, Randy Browning, Sara Herrell, Evie Shaffer

Home Is Where the Heart Is THE CONCEPT OF HOME IS DIFFERENT FOR EVERYONE. For some, home is where the family is. It’s the place where weekends were— or still are—filled with baby snuggles, bedtime stories and Saturday morning cartoons. The place where the smell of bacon and pancakes fills the air on Sunday mornings, "do your homework before you go outside" is a daily mantra and unsnoozable slobbery dog kisses take the place of your morning alarm.

For others, home is where the rest is. It’s the place where, after a long day, they go to relax. Where they spend meaningful time with their significant other, enjoy home-cooked meals and settle in on a comfy couch to catch up on the week's latest guilty pleasure TV shows.

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For some, home is where the work is. It's where they build their dreams, where they start their businesses and where they work day in and day out for success.

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And for us here at Tulsa Lifestyle, home is where the heart is—it's where we get to share meaningful stories with all of you.

Whatever your home may be, we hope you find a piece of it here in this month's issue.

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ON THE COVER Carolyn Finch and her daughter Angela sitting in front of Angela’s abstract panels she custom painted.

PHOTOGRAPHY BY SARA HERRELL

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INSIDE THE ISSUE MARCH 2018

FEATURES 20 Lavish South Tulsa Estate 10909 South Pittsburg Avenue

24 Transforming a Home Into Art Making Your Walls and Ceilings a Masterpiece

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30 Artist’s Palette How Two Artists Discovered the Art Within

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DEPARTMENTS 6

Lifestyle Letter

10

Around Town

14

Giving Back

16

Healthy Lifestyle

30 Artist’s Palette 34 Inspired By 38 Lifestyle Calendar 42 Parting Thoughts

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semester and will increase to 25 over the next two

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years. The expansion will allow for a more comprehensive scholarship experience for student leaders.

In the fall 2018 semester, incoming members of the President’s Leadership Class will receive more than $5,000 per semester for four years for housing, tuition and foundation support.

"The President's Leadership Class is among the very best student aid programs in the state in terms of length (four years) and total value,” said NSU President Steve Turner. “By increasing the number of leadership scholarships over the next two years, we are demonstrating our commitment to meet our state's need for highly skilled college graduates."

Applicants for the President’s Leadership Class should display outstanding leadership capabilities and must have an exceptionally strong academic record. High school seniors are required to have

CARNIVALE 2018

an ACT composite score of 20 or higher for con-

“The Best Party in Town,” as it is often called, is

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and plenty of surprises. This event will be held at the

TULSA TOWN HALL PRESENTS RUDY MAXA ON MARCH 23RD

Cox Business Center on March 24th from 6:30-11:30 p.m. All Carnivale proceeds benefit the Mental Health Association Oklahoma's housing programs, among

THE EIGHT MOST COMMON

other services. Carnivale supports the fight to end

MISTAKES TRAVELERS MAKE

homelessness, especially for our veterans. The work

Rudy Maxa hosts the country’s most widely syndi-

of the Association has been at the forefront of this

cated weekly radio travel show, Rudy Maxa’s World. He

mission for decades and continues to make strides

is an American consumer travel expert whose writ-

to provide housing, educate the public and remove

ings and television shows have been instrumental in

the stigmas of mental illness. Carnivale 2018 will

saving time and money for thousands of travelers.

capture the relentless spirit of a WWII-era victory

Mr. Maxa’s enthusiasm for travel is expressed in

celebration. Be prepared to set sail on the voyage of

nearly 100 television episodes on great destinations

a lifetime with a crew of amped up Boogie Woogie

of the world, which have earned several Emmy

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and homelessness—particularly our veterans. Dress

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THEATRE TULSA SEASON ANNOUNCEMENT PARTY Theatre Tulsa hosts its annual party to announce the company's exciting 96th season, on March 29. The event, benefiting Theatre Tulsa, will feature cocktails, hors d'oeuvres and live musical entertainment from some of Tulsa's most talented actors. Dress code is Business Casual and starts at 6:30 p.m. and lasts until 9:30 p.m. Individual tickets are $25. Held at the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center, 621 E. 4th St. Visit TheatreTulsa.org for more info.

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GIVING BACK

Oysters & Ale A SPECIAL EVENT BENEFITING HOSPICE OF GREEN COUNTRY

ARTICLE JUSTIN LANGSTON

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OYSTERS & ALE IS THE PERFECT BENEFIT FOR TIM RICHARDS, EXECUTIVE CHEF OF DOC’S WINE & FOOD, WHERE OYSTERS ARE THE MOST POPULAR ITEMS ON THE MENU. Richards says they sell 1,000 to 1,500 cooked or raw-on-the-half-shell oysters at Doc’s every week. So, shucking the 3,500 oysters to fill the beds of ice at Oysters & Ale felt like a natural fit.

“I loved the look of happiness on the faces of the folks who love oysters on the half shell and have never seen so many in one spot before.”

The 7th Annual Oysters & Ale will be held Thursday, April 5, from 5–8 p.m. at the Greenwood Cultural Center located at 322 N Greenwood in Tulsa. Paired with the oysters will be a variety of Oklahoma beers and ales. For those who don’t like beer or oysters, there will be other food and wine options offered by partner restaurants.

Hospice of Green Country has been serving the communities of northeastern Oklahoma for 30 years. HGC is proud to be the only United Way supported, multi-cultural, multi-faith, nonprofit hospice in the area. Hospice of Green Country is proud to be the leading provider of hospice care for those without financial resources. Its guiding vision is that ALL patients should die with dignity, in peace and comfort.

“I loved the look of happiness on the faces of the folks who love oysters on the half shell and have never seen so many in one spot before.”

GRILLED OYSTERS ON THE HALF SHELL SERVES 6 PEOPLE + 1 lb (2 cups) butter, softened + ½ cup finely grated Parmesan cheese + ¼ cup finely chopped parsley + 2 garlic cloves, minced + 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce + 1 teaspoon paprika + ½ teaspoon ground red pepper + ½ teaspoon hot sauce + 2 dozen large fresh oysters on the half shell + Garnish with fresh parsley sprigs

Chef Tim Richards at work (above) Lottsa Oysters (left)

1. Preheat the grill to 450 degrees. Pulse first 8 ingredients in a food processor until well combined.

+ The Annual Oysters & Ale supports the mission of Hospice of Green Country and

2. Arrange oysters in a single layer on the grill.

increases community awareness of their programs and services.

3. Spoon 2 teaspoons of the butter mixture into

+ For more information contact Susan Garcia, Director of Development

each oyster.

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4. Grill without a lid 7 minutes or until the edges curl.

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HEALTHY LIFESTYLE ARTICLE SARAH SOON | PHOTOGRAPHY KELLY BROWN-ELLY PHOTOGRAPHY

MASTERPIECE SMILES 3920 East 91st Street, Tulsa 918.496.2481 Masterpiece Smiles is offering $1500 off accelerated Invisalign.

For informative Youtube videos, subscribe to Dr. Jan Cobble's channel.

Dr. Cobble outside of the office.

Making Beautiful Art Through Dentistry HOW DR. COBBLE'S ARTISTRY WITH INVISALIGN TRANSFORMS

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IF DENTISTRY IS AN ART FORM, THEN DR. JAN COBBLE AT MASTERPIECE SMILES IS A CRAFTSMAN. Nearing forty-five years of practicing dentistry in Tulsa, he has not only transformed patient's smiles, but made many friends along the way. “I don't work on strangers; I work on friends.”

A significant aspect of his artistry is establishing great relationships with patients. “People don’t care how much you know until they know how much you care. And that’s why I spend so much time upfront getting to know the patient before I put them in the chair.”

Assuring new patients they’re in a safe environment is top priority since many have dental phobia. He informs them of their options, steps in treatment, and his goal to make procedures as pain free as possible.

Once they’re comfortable, he can go to work, transforming crooked, crowded or corroded teeth into works of art. But it’s not just their teeth that’s transformed, but themselves as well.

“I create positive changes in their mouths that blossom into many positive changes both inward and outward. This contributes to their health and self esteem.”

A great tool to beautify smiles and promote oral health is Invisalign.

“When your teeth are no longer crowded, overlapped or rotated, it’s

The testimonial patient's "After" Smile!

TESTIMONIAL FROM A FORMER INVISALIGN PATIENT:

easier to get gum tissue healthy because food isn’t jammed in these spaces. Patients have healthier gum tissue and function.”

WHY INVISALIGN?

Q: WHY INVISALIGN? A: As a working professional at my age, I just didn’t feel like traditional braces were the right choice for me. I didn’t want

At the initial consultation, Dr. Cobble accesses whether a

that to be the first thing people noticed about me or for them

patient qualifies for the procedure. If they need more extensive work

to be a distraction when presenting during meetings. I liked

than Invisalign, Dr. Cobble readily refers them to a top specialist.

the idea of them being clear so no one would ask about them.

If they qualify, he’ll get impressions of their mouth, take X-rays and “before” photos. This information is sent to the company making

Q: WHAT WERE YOUR RESULTS?

the customized trays.

A: Huge! I hated having pictures taken because one of my front

A significant advantage to Invisalign is the diagnosis for treatment.

teeth stuck out and in certain lighting, it would cast a shadow

Through a computerized image, Dr. Cobble shows the patient the

on the other one. The shadow made that tooth look brown like

“final” result before the treatment period begins.

it was rotting. Now, I smile much more and have confidence

Most of his Invisalign patients are adults, especially those who

when someone takes pictures as it’s a huge self-esteem boost. It

had worn braces in their adolescence, but failed to continually wear

wasn’t just aesthetic changes either, my bite is better aligned so I

the retainer for life, causing regression. They find this option more

don’t grind my teeth anymore.

appealing than traditional braces because the trays are virtually invisible and lightweight.

Q: WHAT DID YOU LIKE ABOUT INVISALIGN?

Convenience is another appealing factor. The trays are removable

A: The convenience. As a working mother of three, it suited

so patients can eat, drink and brush and floss their teeth. Have a

my lifestyle. I only had to stop in the office every two weeks to

business meeting? Playing sports? You can remove them as long as

pick up the replacement trays and for occasional checkups. I

you wear the trays twenty-two hours a day.

could remove the trays to eat, brush, floss or for pictures. But

Another benefit is they’re more hygienic. “Studies show that when

what surprised me the most—it only took eight months!

people get metal braces, most of the time, they end up with marks on their teeth where they couldn’t get perfectly clean,” Dr. Cobble shares.

Q: WHY DID YOU CHOOSE MASTERPIECE SMILES?

Invisalign is flexible for a busy patient. No monthly hour or longer

A: I first came here for a six-month cleaning and was

tightening appointments. Simply stop in the office to pick up replacement

impressed by how friendly everyone was. The camaraderie in

trays every two weeks and for brief check ups every four to six weeks.

the office was pleasant, yet professional in the actual service

Once the treatment plan is finished, patients wear a custom-fitted

and scheduling of appointments. They know your name; you’re

retainer at night for life. This keeps the teeth from regressing, a vital

not just a patient ID. That’s huge! Overall, I highly recommend

step in the Invisalign process.

Masterpiece Smiles and Invisalign!

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Lavish South Tulsa Estate 10909 SOUTH PITTSBURG AVENUE ARTICLE BRIAN FRERE | PHOTOGRAPHY AEV PHOTOGRAPHY

REMARKABLE QUALITY ABOUNDS THROUGHOUT THIS

organization with plenty of built-in drawers, cabinets and

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SOUTH TULSA’S EXCLUSIVE, GATED BELMONT. Brimming

facility. Through the master bathroom is a hidden bonus room,

with amenities this home, built by Julius Puma of LaBella

great for an in-house gym or private office.

Homes, was designed with living and entertaining in mind.

Relax in the scenic backyard oasis which hosts a heated

The Two-story foyer boasts double iron doors as well as

self-cleaning saltwater pool and spa surrounded by a stained

wrought iron railings by local designer Rob Key. Let your eyes

cool deck and lush landscaping. The covered back patio pro-

roam upward and you will find an elegant custom chandelier

vides plenty of space for a dining area and lounge chairs. The

hanging from the grand dome ceiling. The scale of this entry-

casita-styled outdoor living space includes a wood-burning

way is truly impressive! The hardwood and travertine floors

fireplace and stunning built-in outdoor kitchen.

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The spacious gourmet kitchen can easily accommodate large catered events or intimate family gatherings. It’s com-

The home sits on a large secluded lot (0.85 acre) at the back of Belmont and features extensive professional landscaping and a side-entry 5 car garage for all of the toys!

pleted with dual dishwashers, a six burner gas range with

Belmont is a hidden gem in South Tulsa with sixteen estate

griddle and pot filler, double ovens and a second prep sink.

sized homes in a park-like setting complete with landscaping,

The spacious walk-in pantry provides abundant storage. This

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The elegant master resembles a spa retreat featuring a

No detail has been overlooked in this nearly 8,000 square foot

separate sitting area and fireplace. The master bath boasts

showplace! From a grand dome ceiling to ornate woodwork and

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F L O O R P L A N

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D O W N S TA I R S Downstairs, just off the great room is a handsome home theater complete with stadium style leather seating and ornate woodwork.

Enjoy an old-style feel and a state of the art experience!

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Outdoor Pool Area

Entry Foyer

Breakfast Area

F L O O R P L A N

U P S TA I R S

The sizable game room with built-in storage provides a designated space for both play and relaxation! There is plenty of room for a billiards table and, seating and media equipment.

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Transforming a Home

Into Art ARTICLE SARAH SOON | PHOTOGRAPHY SARA HERRELL

MAKING YOUR WALLS AND CEILINGS A MASTERPIECE

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Angela's paintings were displayed for a pop up show in Carolyn's retro dining room.

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Carolyn and Angela share a special moment while discussing samples.

IMAGINE WALKING INTO YOUR HOME, AFTER MEETING DEADLINES, FIGHTING TRAFFIC, AND HAULING KIDS TO THE FIFTH PRACTICE THAT WEEK, YOU FEEL SERENE, INSPIRED AND EVEN CREATIVE?

Her MUSEUM Her museum:

Walking into her home is like walking into a museum, but the

actual walls and ceilings are the art.

Her entry has two niches displaying separate but coordinating

That’s the tone Carolyn Finch and Co. aim to evoke. They’re not

techniques: the smaller is bright silver with hand painted “broken”

painters, but artists whose vision is to create a space for escape,

glass beads and the larger is a charcoal grey faux finish with blown

inspiration and joy.

glass. Both provide an alluring and warm space as in a dream.

Actually, Finch’s home served as the genesis of her career. After

Enter her retro dining room, your eye catches pops of color and

she transformed her custom-built home with her artistry, neighbors,

“broken” glass beads on the walls. This creates a sophisticated,

seeing her work, recruited her to create “art” in their homes. A thriv-

but magical tone.

ing business was launched!

Twenty-four years later, Carolyn Finch and Co. has grown into a dedicated team of artists. Teresa Jirik has been by Finch’s side as the lead artist almost the entire time, adding her creative ideas into the mix. And Finch also partners with her daughter Angela Finch.

As a designer, Finch creates her own stencils, tools and techniques, including the “broken glass” beading. She adds beads in segments instead of on the entire wall.

In her bedroom, she added mica powder to create a multi-dimensional shimmer that’s subdued. Look closely at the main wall,

Together the company works on residential and corporate

a geometric, stenciled pattern unveils and sparkles illuminate like

accounts, but they’re not exclusive to large spaces. They’ll happily

diamond rays. Walk further away, the wall appears muted and soft as

transform a large powder bath as well as a sprawling casino. And

the stencil pattern “disappears” like an optical illusion. Her lilac ceil-

their footprint has expanded to include homes in Golden Oak, an

ing with mica powder gives off a starry luminesce, as light radiates

elite community on Disney property in the Orlando area.

from the crystal chandelier, like in a planetarium.

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HOME INTO ART

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Her STYLE HER STYLE:

As a colorist, she focuses on saturating color through the house for

flow, texture and mood. ”I love to saturate and marry colors so you’re repeating it over and over, and not throwing in a fifth or sixth color.”

The gleaming white open kitchen flows seamlessly into the corner nook framed by three paneled abstracts her daughter painted with lime green, aqua blue and dandelion yellows.

These colors cohesively flow into the connected living room and the dining room that's joined by a narrow hallway. Sitting on a pub chair in the kitchen, you can see how the colors in the dining room create a visual delight. Pops of colors come from the vibrant chartreuse drapes with lime green circles, the lime green upholstered chairs, and the turquoise chandelier above the dining room table.

Her PASSION HER PASSION:

Painting a home is more physically grueling than working on a

canvas. So what drives Finch to master her craft despite long hours on her feet, sometimes on ladders and scaffolding? It’s two-fold:

Carolyn and her blown glass niche.

One is Aesthetics: “I love creating a beautiful atmosphere in people’s homes which is their place of serenity.” The second is Relational: “I meet the most amazing people —most become my friends— who help me with my passion and see my passion in me.”

Her innovation HER INNOVATION:

Staying current on the latest design trends and partnering with

local interior designers, Finch consults with clients on how to create a unique, modern look to inspire and impress.

Recently, she’s ventured beyond walls and ceilings. Collaborating with a silk screen artist, Finch and her team added glass and silver leafing to Christmas artwork, capturing the holiday’s romance and beauty. Sax Fifth Avenue, The Market at Walnut Creek and other local boutiques carried this collection (and it nearly sold out).

Carolyn's stenciled "art" in her husband's home office.

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WHERE TO FIND THEM: Facebook: Carolyn and Co: Facebook.com/CarolynFinchAndCo Angela Finch Fine Art: Facebook.com/AngelaFinchArt Locally: The Market at Walnut Creek and Luxe Furniture and Design

Carolyn painted this starry look on her entry ceiling.

Her daughter

HER DAUGHTER:

Working with her mother since twelve years old, Angela

went on to study art and costume design from the University of Tulsa. After graduating, she focused on painting.

While the house serves as Finch’s canvas, Angela works on a linen canvas. She paints custom art, creating whatever the client wants. Thus, her collection is diverse including abstracts, pop art, portraits and even pets.

“What’s inspiring about the kind of art I do is being able to enter a client’s vision to create something truly personal.

Although this is often a huge challenge, it allows me to grow and learn everyday. From painting textured, glassencrusted abstracts, to pop art portraits, and bright, striking scenes, every project is unique and exciting! It’s rewarding to take what’s in my client’s heart and transform it into an art piece that speaks to them. It keeps me on my toes and constantly helps me to think beyond my own box.“ The beauty of Angela’s business? She can work out of her home, convenient for this married mother of two.

(Considering the close bond this mother-daughter duo have, it’s not surprising they live less than a mile away.)

“Working in the home with two small children can be hectic, to say the least! I am so thankful to be able to raise them in a wildly creative environment, like the one I was raised in. I was always taught to see the beauty and adventure in everything, and I hope to pass that down to my children as well.”

For this mother-daughter duo, they’re passionate about making your home beautiful, serene and personalized like a piece of art.

Angela working on an art piece.

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Urban Couture 7890 E. 106th Pl. S., V-12 918.943.3377 facebook.com/UrbanCoutureTulsa Urban Couture is a family owned boutique in south Tulsa. We provide accessories, purses, shoes and clothing for all sizes at great prices.

Nothing Bundt Cakes 7890 E. 106th Place S. V-10 918.970.4747 NothingBundtCakes.com Nothing Bundt Cakes offers over 40 designs, 10 delicious flavors, all packaged as one "sweet" gift. We bake fresh daily, using the finest premium ingredients for our 4 convenient sizes.

The Wine Loft Bar & Event Venue 7890 E. 106th Pl. S. 918.970.4766 TWLTulsa.com Whether our spacious bar or our lovely Private Event Venue; we strive to make every visit as grand or as intimate as you wish. Special occasions or just after work, we make your day better.

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Creative Concepts 7891 E. 108th St S. X-6 918.394.1880 CreativeConceptsTulsa.com Creative Concepts is known for its unique furniture, home accessories and design services.

They strive to meet the needs of all their customers by offering a mixture of different styles.

Treys Bar & Grill 7891 E. 108th St. S. X-22 918.970.4950 TreysTulsa.com For over three years, Treys Bar & Grill has been a family-friendly restaurant featuring fresh, awardwinning food, cold local beer, and a friendly staff.

Come see us today!

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ARTIST’S PALETTE ARTICLE SARAH SOON

Artist's Palette HOW TWO ARTISTS DISCOVERED THE ART WITHIN FOR JOE SMITH AND CLAUDIA ALTSHULER, IT WASN’T JUST AN IMAGE THEY LIBERATED, BUT THE ARTIST WITHIN. They discovered their artistic gift in the second chapter of their lives, revealing it’s never too late to carve a new path.

And their art is an inspiring expression of this journey.

CLAUDIA ALTSHULER: A STORYTELLER WITHOUT WORDS

COLLECTION:

Nothing is more intuitive than the unspoken language of art. For

Steps to Nothing [Abstracts] and Portraits: Autobiographical,

Claudia Altshuler, she found creative expression through different

capturing Altshuler’s inner transformation; yet, expansive, so people

non-verbal mediums. First as a child pianist. But when performance

connect with their story.

anxiety hit, she stopped peforming in public.

Florals: A seasonal, social collection, inspired by the emergence of

Then in her mid-thirties, she discovered another artist within.

Her discovery occurred when she was newly married to her second husband-- both a writer and ceramic hobbyist. After enrolling their children in courses at the Edmond Fine Arts Institute, she took a few

life in the spring and summer.

Landscapes: Capture her emotional and spiritual experiences, inspired by different moments in nature.

Holiday: Her two separate series, Trees and Madonna, capture

herself. She discovered her gift after paint-

the beauty of Christmas—family, joy,

ing a portrait of Leonardo Da Vinci.

connection and evaluation.

“Art makes me happy because I’m able

“Art is a reflection of

to communicate without words. The canvas becomes my voice.”

Predominately

self-taught,

Altshuler

also studied under master painters and

ourselves.” Claudia Altshuler

The Madonna series, “A Mother’s Prayer” and its sequel, “Answered Prayer”, express the bond of family and spiritual experiences.

CONNECTION:

still attends workshops to continually grow

“The whole reason why I paint is con-

as an artist. But it's French Expressionism

nection. When someone does connect,

painter, Georges Rouault, who inspires her work. “In actuality,

it’s the most beautiful feeling.” As another avenue of connec-

Rouault is in the thread of all my learning and continues to be.” She

tion, Altshuler writes a letter to clients purchasing an original

connects to his mastery of expressing the emotional and spiritual

piece, sharing the story behind the work they bought. She also

journey in his art. “I don’t paint to capture ‘what is.’ I'm an emotional

enjoys meeting clients in person and hearing how her work res-

and experiential painter. I paint as a storyteller, hoping the piece

onates with their story.

evokes a memory, feeling or simply contemplation.”

“The beauty of painting is it creates a conversation among the

Her creativity extends to her method. While painting, she finds it

painter, the canvas and the viewer. As people approach anything,

helpful to reflect her piece in a mirror or paint a subject upside down

each comes from a different place, so the conversations are varied. I

to take her outside of what is. Her style is loose, bold and fearless.

paint because it is communication without limitations.”

“I’m not worried about criticism or reception. I’m simply expressing."

FIND CLAUDIA: Online: Claudiatulsa.com | Studio: By appointment 918-899-5959 | In person: The Market at Walnut Creek Come meet Claudia at The Market for its “Pop Up Open House” featuring local artists on March 9th & 10th from 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

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“I saw the angel in the marble and carved until I set him free.”

Michelangelo JOE SMITH: SHEDDING THE SUIT AND TIE FOR A BLACKSMITH’S APRON After retiring as an accountant, Joe Smith, consulted with faith-based life coach, David Jewitt and his Your One Degree program to discover his next pursuit. Eight months later, he freed the artist within. “The Lord was directing me,” Smith shares. Now, he’s created a niche business making ironwork art and furniture.

Although

predominately

self

taught,

he now seeks short-term "apprenticeships" from master blacksmiths. He’s passionate about honing his craft. Perhaps this pursuit for precision reflects a trait that first led him to accounting. But now, he’s marrying exacting standards with subjective artistry to create art with high-quality craftsmanship and innovation. (He has been featured in national media arts publications.) “You grow in your craft. I’ve mastered different techniques and created things that two years ago, I wouldn’t have tried.”

HIS COLLECTION: He makes customized furniture from handcrafted coffee tables with grapes and grapevine motifs, executive office desks made from refurbished cargo wood, fireplace screens with cattail designs, to smaller decor items from vases with metal roses and hummingbirds, advent wreaths and candelabras (popular Christmas gifts), and campsite tools.

STRIKE WHILE IT’S HOT! His studio is a workshop on his property.

Here, he uses a gas forge he made himself and a coal forge that heats up to 2000 degrees for larger pieces of steel. Orange heat, dangerous sparks and sharp banging are common, but these harsh elements allow him to work with his hands and tap into the creativity within. And in this second chapter of his life, he wouldn’t have it any other way.

FIND SMITH’S WORK: The Market at Walnut Creek and RiverCity Trading Post.

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INSPIRED BY ARTICLE LAUREN ZELIGSON

2018 Tulsa Juliette Low Leadership Society Luncheon BENEFITTING GIRL SCOUTS OF EASTERN OKLAHOMA

community committees and boards, Sharon has helped both to sustain Tulsa and to extend its legacy. Our keynote speaker is Bonnie St. John, a paralympian, Rhodes Scholar, entrepreneur and author. Micro-Resilience, her most recent book was

IN OUR 26TH YEAR, FOUNDED BY INNOVATIVE WOMEN WITH A FOCUS ON THE NEXT GENERATION,

In addition to providing scholarships, this event sustains

THE JULIETTE LOW LEADERSHIP SOCIETY LUNCHEON

the Girl Scout Leadership Experience which includes our

WILL BE HELD ON THURSDAY, APRIL 19, FROM

four pillars: STEM (science, technology, engineering and

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61st Street in Tulsa.

This past year our Girl Scouts went backpacking and can-

This year, we will recognize the accomplishments of 12 extraordinary Girl Scouts from eastern Oklahoma who are

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yoneering through Utah, visited Greece, Italy and Colorado, assisted NASA with space education and so much more.

receiving higher education scholarships. Awarding scholar-

JLLS Committee members include Event Co-Chairs,

ships to graduating Girl Scouts helps them to pursue educa-

Samantha Hendricks and BJ Weintraub, and Committee

tion which is one of the most critical components of the Girl

Members, Paula Beck, Donna Cropper, Leslie Frazier,

Scout Leadership Experience.

Jennifer Jacobs, Candace Corcoran Nees, Mary Beth Nesser,

We are pleased to announce, Sharon King Davis is our

and Alison Wade. The Scholarship Committee includes:

honorary chair. Through her leadership to develop the Tulsa

Whitney Mathews (Chair), Rita Burke, Suzanne McFarlane,

Historical Society & Museum and her service on many

Beth Stacey and The Honorable Caroline Wall.

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2018 PENNIES FOR PEARLS MUSIC TRIVIA NIGHT

2018 RED CARPET RECEPTION

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such as Trivia Night, Wonder Women,

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with museum galleries remaining

Visit Gilcrease.org for more info.

Come to Summer Camp at Cascia Hall!

Receive expert instruction by Cascia Hall varsity coaches and faculty on the school campus at 2520 S. Yorktown Ave. in Tulsa. Students from all schools are welcome. There is something for all ages. Camp Flyers and registration forms are available at www.casciahall.com. Call 918-746-2600 for more information.

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PARTING THOUGHTS

Chocolate Hop at the Candy Shop

THINGS REALLY GET HOPPIN’ THIS TIME OF YEAR AT THE ROCKY MOUNTAIN CHOCOLATE

FACTORY

IN

TULSA.

It’s when bunnies abound.

They’ve got Easter bunnies in milk chocolate, dark chocolate and white. Solid and hollow. Bunnies with old-fashioned packs on their backs, or others with modern cartoon faces.

They come wrapped in pastel foils. In a bag. In a basket. On a stick. You can even get a custom Easter bunny made from a caramel apple, with marshmallow ears dipped in white chocolate.

“He’s even got little whiskers,” says Ryan McAdams, who owns the chocolate shop, along with Tulsa Toy Depot at 101st and Sheridan Road. “We kind of have something for everybody depending on what kind of bunny they would like to get.”

And that’s just getting started on the Easter candy trail. How about chocolate eggs? You can choose from an array of cream fillings. Or seasonal toffees? This time of year, they come in fresh springtime flavors like lemon bar and key lime, McAdams says.

According to the National Confectioners Association, some 89 percent of Americans include candy or chocolate in their children’s Easter baskets. And 79 percent of Americans include non-edible items like stuffed animals, crayons or books.

Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory and the Tulsa Toy Depot make it easy for parents to fill those baskets. In one stop, they can buy candy from one store and toys from the other.

Craft Classes are free every Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. and Storytime is held on Thursdays at 11 a.m. Miss Carol Meyer leads the kids in music and story telling for 30 minutes of great active fun.

“Then we’ll put that in an Easter basket, put some grass in, cellophane it all up and put a bow on top. It just takes a few minutes to do it,” McAdams says. “And it’s free.”

On March 31, the Saturday before Easter Sunday, the toy store also will offer a free activity in which kids can paint a wooden egg to take home, he says.

The shops are located at 10114 S. Sheridan Road and are open Monday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Tuesday-Saturday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; and Sunday 2 p.m. to 8 p.m.

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