Category Archives: Texas Lifestyle Magazine

This article first appeared in Texas Lifestyle Magazine on January 22, 2020. “When I meet another great player, it doesn’t matter whether they’re black, brown, yellow, male, female, or whatever—music is about transcending all that anyhow,” says Sue Foley. The Canadian grew up mesmerized by her father’s guitar and, although her brothers preferred the ferociousContinue reading “#TXVoices: Sue Foley, Blues Musician”

This article first appeared in Texas Lifestyle Magazine on January 20, 2020. As the African American Museum in Dallas celebrates its 45th anniversary, the Kinsey African American Art & History Collection is making a stop in the Lone Star State. Since its opening, the African American Museum in Dallas has become a cultural icon and theContinue reading “Five Minutes With Dr. Harry Robinson Jr.: African American Museum President, CEO”

This article first appeared in Texas Lifestyle Magazine on January 16, 2020. Kelly Sticksel is a special effects expert and knows how to turn a live show into a spectacular, awe-inspiring event. Sticksel was on his way to becoming a banker, but life had something different in store for the special effects guru. As a self-proclaimedContinue reading “#TXVoices: Kelly Sticksel, Special Effects Expert”

This article first appeared in Texas Lifestyle Magazine on January 13, 2020. “My language is thread and sewing has shown me how we’re all connected,” says Robin Brown. Brown has been designing apparel most of her life but it wasn’t until 2001 that she decided to open her own boutique. Magnolia Pearl has become aContinue reading “#TXVoices: Robin Brown, Fashion Designer, Boutique Owner”

This article first appeared in Texas Lifestyle Magazine on January 9, 2020. Stefanie Michaels calls the world her home. And the Adventure Girl has combined her passion for travel and technology to build a career, a brand and a life filled with adventure. At the tender age of three, Michaels began working in commercials, modelingContinue reading “#TXAway: Stefanie Michaels, Adventure Girl’s Top Destinations”

This article first appeared in Texas Lifestyle Magazine on December 23, 2019. “Little Women” is more than a story of feminism—it’s about determination, the love of friends and family, but mostly, it’s a story of an unbreakable bond between sisters. The vision Louisa May Alcott had when she wrote “Little Women” is being told at last in Greta Gerwig’sContinue reading “Greta Gerwig’s “Little Women” Reaches New Generation”

This article first appeared in Texas Lifestyle Magazine on December 18, 2019. Luke Lorick is a self-appointed tailgating aficionado who has made it his mission to change the culture of tailgating. Steeped in tradition, tailgating parties have been popping up since the pigskin was first punted at a stadium field. Boisterous fans celebrate by grilling, socializingContinue reading “Tailgating Challenge, Friendships, Social Experiences”

This article first appeared in Texas Lifestyle Magazine on December 13, 2019. Shawn Hohnstreiter helps everywhere help is needed. Volunteering comes naturally to the Indiana native who believes citizens have a responsibility to give back to communities in need. What started at an early age by remodeling his family’s homes quickly turned into a careerContinue reading “#TXVoices: Shawn Hohnstreiter, a Career Volunteer”

This article first appeared in Texas Lifestyle Magazine on December 5, 2019. The Lone Star Film Festival in Fort Worth continues growing each year. After graduating from TCU with a Bachelor of Science in Film & Television, Chad Mathews began his career working as an actor in Los Angeles. Soon after, he extended his reachContinue reading “Five Minutes With Chad Mathews: Lone Star Film Festival Executive Director”