For Mikala Pennington, furniture isn’t just furniture—it’s a canvas. Through The Jade Hummingbird, she takes discarded, timeworn pieces and restores them with a loving touch, giving them a second chance to shine.
What began as a way to stay grounded during one of life’s most difficult moments has become a deeply personal artistic journey for Megan Downs. Her work—delicate yet macabre—are intricate memorials that bridge past and present, offering a glimpse into the beauty of life, decay, and transformation.
After decades of blending art and faith during their missionary work in France, Russell and Carol Barr have returned home to Missouri, where they’re sharing their passions through a new pottery studio in Excelsior Springs.
What started as a last-minute interview has turned into a 19-year career at the Good Samaritan Center for Excelsior Springs, Missouri resident Jennifer Chappel. She was at the right place, at the right time when she took on the job as Case Worker. Hoping for an interview on the last day, the process felt like a “calling” for Chappel.
