The Scene

Get to know Tennessee Tech University Graphic Design student Aliyah Edmondson.  Join host Andrea Kruszka as she sits down with Tennessee Tech University Graphic Design student Aliyah Edmondson. They discuss how she got started and developed her interest in graphic design, who some of her favorite visual artists are, and what she would like to do with her art ... Read More »

Meet and get to know Cookeville actor, director, and producer, Kim Frick-Welker.  Join host Andrea Kruszka as she sits down with Cookeville actor, director, and produce, Kim Frick-Welker. They discuss where her interest in theater and the performing arts comes from, where she draws inspiration from when playing a certain character, or directing a particular play or scene, as ... Read More »

Meet Smithville painters, and husband and wife duo, Jack Loeb and Betty Turner.  Join host Andrea Kruszka as she sits down with Smithville painters, and husband and wife duo, Jack Loeb and Betty Turner. They discuss how they got their respective starts painting, where they both draw their inspiration from, as well as details surrounding the new art center ... Read More »

Cookeville artist Madison Merrifield discusses her beadwork, and alterations.  Join host Andrea Kruszka as she sits down with Cookeville artist Madison Merrifield. They discuss how she got started in beadwork, jewelry, and clothing alterations, her experiences with the local art community, and her time at Art Prowl, as well as where she draws inspiration from, and how she incorporates ... Read More »

Cookeville mural painter Erica Swenson talks how she got her start & inspirations  Join host Andrea Kruszka as she sits down with Cookeville mural painter Erica Swenson. They discuss how she got her start painting murals, how she draws inspiration from her surroundings, and what some of her favorite spots for inspiration are, as well as what brought her ... Read More »

Get to know more about Cookeville photographer and painter Montana the Maker.  Join host Andrea Kruszka as she sits down with Cookeville photographer and painter Montana the Maker. They discuss how she got started in photography and painting, the various artists and individuals who have influenced her work, as well as how the Upper Cumberland’s art community and culture ... Read More »

Get to know the background of Cookeville local and digital designer Ellie Batson  Join host Andrea Kruszka as she sits down with Cookeville digital designer Ellie Batson. They discuss how she became interested in design and the various other mediums that she enjoys working with, where she draws her inspiration from when coming up with new project ideas, and ... Read More »

Get to know more about Cookeville Designer Angie Clough of WilmaHenry Designs.  Join host Andrea Kruszka as she sits down with Cookeville Designer Angie Clough of WilmaHenry Designs. They discuss where her interest in jewelry, digital design, and clothing comes from, the projects that she’s currently working on, as well as how her local art community has supported her ... Read More »

Learn more about Cookeville graphic designer and photographer Carrie Thompson.  Join host Andrea Kruszka as she sits down with Cookeville graphic designer, photographer, and owner of Porchlight Design Co, Carrie Thompson. They discuss how she got her start in graphic design and photography, her recent photoshoot that was featured in Southern Bride Magazine, and what she wants people to ... Read More »

Discover the culinary side of art with Royal House of Cheese’s Diego Alvarez.  Join host Andrea Kruszka as she sits down with Cookeville food artist, and Owner and Founder of Royal House of Cheese, Diego Alvarez. They discuss how he got started catering and creating his own grazing tables, what led him to become an entrepreneur, what his experience ... Read More »