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Communities are made up of individuals who support and encourage one another. As a freelance writer, I have enjoyed getting to know many people who have put their life's journey into motion, inspiring, helping, supporting, and providing services throughout the inland and coastal South Carolina's Lowcountry. As a Real estate agent, I delight in getting to know clients, hearing their stories, and aiding them on the real estate path.
Explore the natural wonders and recreation found in the parks nestled on the banks of the Ashley River. By Eliza Chapman BaileyPhotography by Bianka Lamb South Carolina is known for its history, culture, and biodiversity inland and along the coast. Local, county, and state parks and recreation departments safeguard these resources, making them accessible at [...]
Tessa Terry transforms RV's into refined spaces for modern living. by Eliza Chapman BaileyPhotographs Courtesy of Alchemy RV Renovations Recreational vehicles are popular for those wanting to travel or seeking a simpler lifestyle. While new models can be pricey and lack personality, older ones, though more affordable, may be outdated.
William McCullough elevates the common through art.Featured Image: Self Portrait, by William McCullough, 2002 By Eliza Chapman BaileyPhotographs of McCullough's Work Courtesy of Currie McCullough South Carolina is a series of small towns and farming communities. These towns harken to a simpler past, where the interplay of light, colors, structures, and livestock creates a slow-paced [...]
Hardee Greens' Innovative Agricultural Practices Pack Flavor and Nutrients Into Micro Greens. By Eliza Chapman BaileyPhotography by Jenna Lachenman Environmental and health-conscious consumers read labels to identify products' origins. Certified organic produce is pesticide-free and grown without artificial fertilizer. Green produce has no specific standards but does not damage people or the ecosystem.
Bruce Hippel masters the art of catching the light.
The Summerville Museum and Research Center invites visitors to learn about the historical landscape and people who shaped the commmunity spirit. by Eliza Chapman Bailey, Photographs by Summerville Museum and Research Center Sometimes, we want to do something to relieve stress and stimulate the mind without too much fuss.
The Summerville Orchestra, one of the largest non-profit community orchestras in the country, unifies the community with symphonic harmonies. by Eliza Chapman BaileyPhotography by Summerville Orchestra From media to the arts, rallying calls take many forms that use various platforms to influence audiences. As technology plays a prominent role in our lives, it is difficult [...]
Summerville, SC historian, author, and retired Executive Director, George McDaniel, offers a unique perspective on Drayton Hall, the place, the people, and the stories they share.By Eliza Chapman BaileyPhotographs by J.Lachenman, Drayton Hall, Tony Sweet Storytelling is a dance, an ebb and flow of ideas, concepts, and perspectives.
By Eliza Chapman Bailey Right outside of St. George sits Gruber Farms and a family whose heart for community farming has been beating for over 60 years. For those who grew up in an agrarian community, shucking corn, snapping string beans, hulling peas, and storing produce for leaner times were rites of passage.
By Eliza Chapman Bailey Settlement Community Cemetery pays homage to the Town of Lincolnville's early settlers. Spearheaded by Lincolnville Preservation and Historical Society founder Dr. Pernessa Seele, Mayor Enoch Dickerson and dedicated community leaders, the Town of Lincolnville is telling its history, and people are listening.
Perched atop the banks of the Reedy River in Greenville's beautiful Falls Park, The Grand Bohemian Lodge is not just another luxury stay, it is a new natural wonder. by Eliza Chapman BailelyPhotography by J. Lachenman and Grand Bohemian Lodge As the weather cools, Lowcountry residents seek destinations to enjoy the colors of the changing season.
At times, skilled athletes are lauded for their sports acumen without consideration for their overall disposition, sense of self and purpose. Summerville born and raised center back, Jessica Osborne does not exemplify these times. With grace and humility, she finds purpose in her ability to compete on national and international soccer fields.
Smokin' Gringos pitmaster and owner, Mike Bastin infuses competition style BBQ with flavors and seasoning found in Mexican, Latin American, and Caribbean cuisine with innovative intent. Serious professional BBQ competition participants, Bastin and his two daughters, Bella, and Courtney, travel the Southeast winning title after title with good natured passion.
Nestled in the heart of Summerville, La Rustica serves up the incredible flavors of Chef Giulio Pellegrini's native region of Italy in an atmosphere that embodies true southern hospitality and makes you feel like family. The Southern style home on the corner of North Magnolia Street and East 3rd North Street has seen many incarnations.
Robert Hortman's wood and bronze sculptures capture the Lowcountry's bird species in uncluttered form highlighting the rich diversity of South Carolina's wildlife. The experiences and people we meet can have a profound impact on our lives. As we mature, the recollections of our early years fade.
Marie Everidge, owner of Soil and Soul Nursery Exotic Plant Shop on Short Central in Summerville, recognizes that plants are the life force for our clean air and oxygen.Entering her nursery, one immediately lets their guard down and relaxes. The environment is thriving with native and exotic plants constantly replacing carbon dioxide with oxygen.
A couple brings an old house back to its creative roots. Most people work in a setting with co-workers who help problem solve, provide feedback, and motivate them throughout the day. Musicians, writers, artists, and creative thinkers, however, typically work alone. They are challenged with finding enough uninterrupted time to pursue their creative endeavors daily, [...]
Inspired by the simply things of the past, the Castellano's new construction feels like it's been there for a hunderd years - and that was the plan all along. Houses tell a lot about the people that live in them. Custom homes even more so.
Pastry chef, Claire Chapman is on a mission to make the community that she loves a little sweeter, one dish at a time. Summerville's charm and small-town atmosphere have captured the attention of restaurateurs, igniting a spark that can be seen on Main Street, Central and Richardson Avenues.
Photographer Justin Parsons takes thoughtful, timeless dog portraits that resonate unconditional love and the substance of man's best friend. Visual storytellers, photographs capture moments in time. They arouse emotions, evoke memories, inspire, anger, and elicit Amens. From the mundane to the spectacular, photojournalists use images to historically solidify decisive moments.
With a vision that harkens back to a simpler time, Kathy Lindell has transformed a vacant store front into a candy shop to satisfy the sweet tooth of a community. Reminiscing about the ease of childhood makes one wonder why we were in a hurry to become adults.