By Nathan Coker
In AskErin
Jun 2nd, 2016
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article by Erin Sharplin Love Do you know that the average wedding takes approximately 240 hours to plan? That is A LOT of time! And, if you are like me, time is something that there is never enough of, so using it wisely is of the utmost importance. That’s why a bride should be as […]...
By Nathan Coker
In Bayou Kidz
Jun 2nd, 2016
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Comforting Your Child in a Tough Situation article by Cindy G Foust When I got the text message that this month was the bridal issue for our BayouLife readers, I simply stared at my phone. Then I carried my tired self to my office to stare at my computer. Crickets. Followed by long, glassy-eyed stare...
By Nathan Coker
In Bayou Eats
Apr 27th, 2016
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Fresh food and familiar faces are just two of the reasons Northeast Louisiana patrons frequent The Coffee Bean. Their delicious breakfast and lunch menu are why a devoted legion of customers keep coming back for more. article by Meredith McKinnie | photographs by Martin G Meyers It’s 2:00 on a Tuesda...
By Nathan Coker
In Bayou Artist
Apr 27th, 2016
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When you touch a piece of artist Jack Gates’ work, you can feel the passion of a man who believes that in addition to creativity, successful art involves critical thinking skills and thoughtful decisions. Article By Barbara Leader | Photographs by Brad Arender While Shreveport-born artist Jack Gates,...
By Nathan Coker
In Bayou Outdoors
Apr 27th, 2016
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article by Dan Chason Nature has a way of purging itself. Most of us struggled with sand bags, poly pipe and shovels to protect our homes while we watched area lakes rise to unprecedented levels. Although the flood created catastrophic property damage to our area, it has created a new challenge for a...
By Nathan Coker
In Bayou Home
Apr 27th, 2016
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Kristin and Harris Brown commission extensive renovations with respect for the past, yet firmly rooted in the present. Article by Maré Brennan Photography by Martin G Meyers Styling by Kristin Brown Back in 2009, Kristin and Harris Brown were boating in and out of their Ouachita River fronted home. A...
By Nathan Coker
In AskErin
Apr 27th, 2016
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article by Erin Sharplin Love Let me ask you a question – What percentage of the “stuff” in your home do you actually enjoy using? Consider every piece of clothing, every shoe, every utensil, every gadget, every tchotchke and every toy. Now consider how much time, space and money that has been wasted...
By Nathan Coker
In Bayou Icon
Apr 27th, 2016
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Bayou Icon Bing Bishop reflects on the relationships that shaped him, the road to success, and recognizing the value of community. article by Michael DeVault | photographs by Brad Arender Drive across north Monroe and it’s almost impossible to not notice the fingerprint developer Bing Bishop has le...
By Nathan Coker
In Bayou Pages
Apr 27th, 2016
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reviews by Michael DeVault When Dallas designer Michelle Nussbaumer invited BayouLife editor Maré Brennan into her haute design boutique Ceylon et Cie last month, the resulting photographs and peripatetic narrative Nussbaumer weaves around the globe stunned many of us into dreams of Magellanesque adv...
By Nathan Coker
In Bayou Artist
Apr 5th, 2016
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Using palette knives and trowels, Mangham native Jo Mattison explores color and the myriad of ways color transforms itself. In the hands of this month’s gifted BayouArtist, color transforms the world around us. article by Michael DeVault | photos by Martin G Meyers Jo Mattison is hard at work in the ...
