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By Nathan Coker
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Jun 28th, 2015
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M. Douglas Walton reflects about his time in Nepal  after the devastating earthquake hit. What he discovered was a country clinging to hope and happiness to be alive. article by Marlen Waters | photo by Martin G Meyers Picture a man, sitting in his studio–an idyllic, secluded spot in the Lincol...
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Jun 28th, 2015
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Salutes, A Savior & A Saxophone article by Meredith McKinnie | photography by Brad Arender Every morning and frequently in the evenings, the mellow, sultry, deep rich sounds of a saxophone waft across the intersection of 18th Street and Texas Avenue. The source of this musical treat for passersby...
By Nathan Coker
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Jun 28th, 2015
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Monroe-raised chef, Chris McKnight, is bringing southern-inspired dishes to a delectable new level at his family-owned and operated restaurant, The Fat Pelican. article by Samantha Evans | photography by Martin G Meyers “I’ll feed them.” Chris McKnight, Owner and Head Chef of The Fat Peli...
By Nathan Coker
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Jun 28th, 2015
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Lou Davenport, this month’s Bayou Artist, talks to BayouLife Magazine about her love of art and family. She’s a creative character known for producing whimscial works of art, while being as entertaining as she is talented. article by Mary Napoli | photography by Brad Arender She peeks through a curta...
By Nathan Coker
In Bayou Fashion
May 26th, 2015
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photography by Martin G Meyers | hair and makeup by Meka Reliford bridal attire from David’s Bridal | model: Ellie Jackson  ...
By Nathan Coker
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May 26th, 2015
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  “No one else has your voice; no one else has your fingerprints.  God made you to be completely unique.  Your handwriting is the same way.  It is one-of-a-kind, just as you are.” article by Mary Napoli | photography by Martin G Meyers Shannan Inman, Ruston resident and creative force behind Pa...
By Nathan Coker
In Bayou Fashion
May 26th, 2015
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photography by Martin G Meyers | hair and makeup by Meka Reliford models: Julianne Tippen, Karlee Malone and Kayla Stites Special thanks to Lincoln Parish Park & Randy McKinnie    ...
By Nathan Coker
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May 26th, 2015
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Master luthier Hilton Lytle reflects on life, creative partnerships and fostering a love of music in a new generation. In more than four decades of bending wood and strings to his will, Lytle has helped create just about as many musical prodigies as he has violins. article by Michael DeVault | photog...
By Nathan Coker
In Bayou Fashion
Apr 27th, 2015
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This season’s outfits seem to be made from bouquets of flowers, bright hues, pretty pastels and gorgeous whites. Silhouttes echo decades past in materials that are delicate and free-flowing with feminie details and flattering tailoring. Photography by Martin G Meyers | Hair and Makeup by Meka Relifor...
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Apr 27th, 2015
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article by Tabby Soignier | photography by Angela Groce Aly Taylor was diagnosed with breast cancer at age 25. After undergoing chemotherapy and a double mastectomy, Aly prayed for her life to be “boring again.” Now, three years after her diagnosis, she is cancer-free and a mom to a beautiful baby gi...