In this issue, which features the themes of homes, outdoor living and pets, we’ve connected with local artists and artisans, photographers and interior
designers, who work to create special spaces in our living areas. I connected with contemporary artist Mary Jo Van Dell. In An Artistic
Adventure, Van Dell shares her story on becoming an artist and the inspiration behind her landscape pieces. “The work evolves … I just let it happen
naturally. I don’t force it or try to be different, but, over the years, it has changed dramatically,” she says. Writer Emily Gedde connects with Amy Leferink of Interior Impressions who recently created a modern farmhouse-inspired home in Hastings. Featuring wooden beams, dark accents, organic elements and natural themes, it’s a cozy and inviting space—perfect for the homeowners, who are natural hosts.
