‘Queer Art’ Reframed

Des Moines Art Center exhibit explores the work, and influence, of LGBTQ artists.

Getting the Vote

Writer: Karla Walsh Photographer: Duane Tinkey Politics have always been a priority for Mary ...

Miffy Moves to Town

Above: “Miffy Fountain” was funded by a gift in memory of Melva Bucksbaum from her ...

Ray of Hope

A local group has launched an effort to revitalize the Robert D. Ray Asian ...

Intersection

Art and technology merge in creative engineer’s works.

Sound Thinking in Dogtown

Performance and training site for musicians is growing in the Drake neighborhood.

Mourning a Brilliant Artist

Above: The artist Alex Brown in his Des Moines studio in 2013. Like so ...

Artist Finds Peace In Real-Life’s Pieces

Julia Franklin’s work adds dimension to the memory of her father—and his mysterious life.

Home Serene Home

Tips to create a refuge from society’s storms.