During my 10-year tenure as the Art Director of Ohio Magazine, I was fortunate enough to be able to travel the state, meet and photograph hundreds of Ohioans and local businesses. I was then tasked with telling their story visually with the help of local photographers, artists and stylists. Below is just a small sample of some of my favorite spreads.
“Top Dog”
Profile on Chef Daniel Wright, owner of “Senate,” a gourmet hot dog restaurant in Cincinnati’s Over-the-Rhine neighborhood
Photography by M. Kelly Wilt
“Low & Slow”
Three Ohio barbecue spots share their signature recipes.
Photography by Casey Rearick
Food Styling by Christine Rice
“The Garden Curator”
In the garden with Shaker Heights landscape designer Ann Cicarella.
Photography by Jeff Downie
“Go Greens”
Three Ohio chefs share recipes for getting creative with spring greens.
Photography by Kevin Kopanski
Written and styled by Kara Kissell
“Different Drum”
Profile on Akron’s renowned metal-working artist Don Drumm.
Photography by Jerry Mann
“A Clear Vision”
Feature on Devo frontman Mark Mothersbaugh’s exhibit at Cincinnati’s Contemporary Art Center.
Photography provided by Contemporary Arts Center
“Presidential Road Trips”
Feature on visiting the 13 historic sites of the eight Ohioans that have held the nation’s highest office.
Illustrations by Laura Weiszer
“The Revival”
A look at the ongoing revitalization of Cincinnati’s Over-the-Rhine neighborhood.
Photography by M. Kelly Wilt
“Pure Imagination”
Feature on an exhibit of children’s book illustrations at the Columbus Museum of Art.
Images provided by Columbus Museum of Art
“Dog Days”
Feature on four of Ohio’s gourmet hot dog restaurants, including Cleveland’s Happy Dog.
Photography by Kevin Kopanski
Styled by Lesley Blake
“1st Down”
A historical look at how the beginnings of the National Football League began in Ohio.
Illustration by AG Ford
