Lynchburg Living

Concerts may draw the crowds, but Executive Director Cyrus Pace says the Academy Center of the Arts’ greatest work happens beyond the stage. By: Megan Williams | Photos Courtesy: Academy Center of the Arts In an age increasingly shaped by algorithms, artificial intelligence, and digital experiences, places where people gather to create something tangible—or simply …

Chemistry, Creativity, and Community Collide Deliciously at Love + Umami VA By: Emily Mook | Photos By: Ashlee Glen While visiting Japan in 2018, I became interested in the concept of umami, which is a Japanese word that translates literally to “essence of deliciousness” or “a pleasant savory taste.” Despite learning these translations and tasting …

Ace of Arts Multitalented Artist and Art Educator Stephen Kissel Adds Distinct Character(s) to Local Art Scene By: Jeremy Angione / Photos by: Ashlee Glen Aliens, robots, and monsters are now familiar downtown residents to anyone who has seen Stephen Kissel’s quirky sci-fi murals at the City Auditorium on Main Street. Kissel is a lifelong …

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Violins and More of Lynchburg Enriches Local Music Scene with Expertise and Emphasis on Connection By: Jeremy Angione / Photos By: Ashlee Glen Tucked away into an unassuming storefront is Violins and More of Lynchburg, a local hidden gem that has been a haven for musicians all over Virginia. Owner Rachel Love says that her …