Arts + Culture

#PeopleofCLE: Greg, pet photographer with a passion
"I think if you really want something and try hard and work—I had to work 60 to 70 hours a week my first couple years—but hard work pays off."
Ch-ch-ch-changes: Photos of Cleveland, then and now
It's here today, gone tomorrow in ever-changing Cleveland. Bob Perkoski captures the shifting landscape of our town in his role as managing photographer for FreshWater Cleveland. Take a good look around when you can, because what you see now won't be here forever.
Slideshow: 'Cleveland 20/20' photo exhibit at downtown library captures beauty of urban scenes
“Cleveland 20/20: A Snapshot of Our City” presents nearly 200 photographs by 25 photographers capturing the urban grit and glamour of Cleveland, on display at the Cleveland Public Library.
FreshWater editor to teach 12-week 'Artist's Way' course at The Green House in February
Often, when I talk to people I meet in Cleveland about The Artist's Way, they haven't heard of it, but they're intrigued and want to learn more. That's why I'm so excited to once again offer "CLE-ative Groove," a dedicated 12-week course based on Julia Cameron's best-selling book.
#PeopleofCLE: Landon, a hopeful Christian in Euclid-Green
"I didn’t really think much of it for a long time, but I decided to start taking it seriously and learn what it means to be a Christian first around my junior year of high school."
24 Hours in #CLE: DJ personality Rachel Hunt lines up her perfect day in the city
A connoisseur of Cleveland, networking whiz Rachel Hunt shares some of her favorite spots for eating, drinking, shopping and just hanging out in our town.
#PeopleofCLE: Tyler, a keyboard wizard since 6
"It wasn’t until college that I decided to take guitar lessons. It was ironic that all the stuff I taught myself was technically correct."
Filmmaker connects Cleveland to environmental success stories
Brad Masi uses the art of filmmaking to show how local actions in Northeast Ohio can address environmental issues such as transportation, urban agriculture and climate change.
Free Stamp: All things free in the #CLE for January 2020Powered by Cuyahoga Arts & Culture
FreshWater Cleveland's monthly "Free Stamp" feature rounds up the freshest free events in Cleveland.
Join FreshWater Cleveland for a free storytelling event in Euclid
Join FreshWater Cleveland as we celebrate Euclid’s vibrant history, beauty, and future through an inspiring evening of storytelling at Euclid Public Library.
Nola Movement prepares to open inside UNBar Cafe in Larchmere in January
Nike Olabisi is always on the move, and she’s about to take the Larchmere neighborhood with her.
Cuyahoga Arts & Culture to grant $11.8 million to 277 local arts organizations in 2020
Cuyahoga Arts & Culture awarded grants to 277 nonprofit groups in November, including four profiled here: Dunham Tavern and Museum; Ensemble Theatre; Hasani Management; and Food Strong.
Move over, T-Rex: New exhibit at Natural History Museum shows off Southern Hemisphere dinosaurs
It's an invasion of Southern Hemisphere dinosaurs. They're taking over the Cleveland Museum of Natural History in a cool new exhibition called "Ultimate Dinosaurs."
Free Stamp: Special holiday edition, free in the #CLE
This special edition of FreshWater Cleveland's  "Free Stamp" feature unwraps the freshest free holiday markets in Cleveland.
Where the retro hits the road: Little Italy photographer David Schwartz gets his pix on Route 66
What started as a curious detour inspired by Depeche Mode's "Route 66" song turned into a longtime love affair with the iconic highway for photographer David Schwartz—and now we get to enjoy the end result with a new must-see exhibition.
Free Stamp: All things free in the #CLE for December 2019
FreshWater Cleveland's monthly "Free Stamp" feature rounds up the freshest free events in Cleveland.
Season's greetings: This Cleveland Heights photographer just launched a greeting card line
Combining her work as a photographer with her love of inspiring quotes, Megan Johnson is launching Love, You Greetings.
Sign me up: Students at Menlo Park Academy in Cleveland get real world experience in art class
Art students at Cleveland's Menlo Park Academy are getting a taste of the real world by making handmade signs for two grocery stores.
What's up with Upcycle Parts Shop? They're hosting a five-year anniversary party
Upcycle Parts Shop finds new homes for used arts and craft supplies, a mission it has pursued for five years. So it's time to celebrate their anniversary with a free street party.
Now hear this: The 5 Cleveland podcasts you need to add to your rotation right now
In honor of FreshWater Cleveland's own podcast debut, we've rounded up five local podcasts that deserve a spot on your proverbial playlist—from seasoned storytellers to intrepid investigators.