The Creative Life in Our Cities: A Conversation with Kathleen Boettcher


We have many talented artists and creatives living and working in our Farmington/Farmington Hills community and our weekly interview series, sponsored by City Life Realty, will introduce you to some of them. Today we feature artist Kathleen Boettcher.   When did you first get started in the arts?  I loved drawing from early childhood. I distinguished myself, … Continue reading The Creative Life in Our Cities: A Conversation with Kathleen Boettcher

The Creative Life in Our Cities: A Conversation with Marat Paransky


We have many talented artists and creatives living and working in our Farmington/Farmington Hills community and our weekly interview series, sponsored by City Life Realty, will introduce you to some of them. Today we feature artist Marat Paransky. When did you first get started in the arts? I began drawing when I was three or four years … Continue reading The Creative Life in Our Cities: A Conversation with Marat Paransky

The Creative Life in Our Cities: A Conversation with Rachael L. Rose


We have many talented artists and creatives living and working in our Farmington/Farmington Hills community and our weekly interview series, sponsored by City Life Realty, will introduce you to some of them. Today we feature singer and pianist, and the Artistic Director at Thistle Rose Academy of Arts, Rachael L. Rose. When did you first get started … Continue reading The Creative Life in Our Cities: A Conversation with Rachael L. Rose

The Creative Life in Our Cities: A Conversation with Joni Hubred


We have many talented artists and creatives living and working in our Farmington/Farmington Hills community and our weekly interview series, sponsored by City Life Realty, will introduce you to some of them. Today we feature writer and journalist Joni Hubred, founder of Farmington Voice. When did you first start writing? I am a lifelong storyteller, starting with … Continue reading The Creative Life in Our Cities: A Conversation with Joni Hubred

KickstARTing Creativity: How to Create Vibrant Public Spaces


We highlight here some great articles we’ve read this week dealing with art, creative placemaking, and building great communities. You’re sure to find some inspiration to make your life and our community even better! How to Create Vibrant Public Spaces: Encourage picture worthy places – ByWard Market’s “Ottawa” sign is extremely popular among tourists and has contributed to creating a new … Continue reading KickstARTing Creativity: How to Create Vibrant Public Spaces