43. Lafayette Flats: Amy McLaughlin and Shawn Means

45. Kevin Umbel: Photographer, mixed media and cookies

In a previous episode, you heard us rave about his cookies, but it is time to hear from the multi-talented Kevin Umbel himself. In the recording, we discuss how a three-day trip to Fayetteville led to his calling the place home. We also discuss the evolution of his photography, the influence life experiences play on his creations, and most importantly, where you can find his works of culinary art. All joking aside, Kevin is a downright cool dude. If you are a creator of any kind you will take something from listening to him. Kevin Umbel Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/kevin_umbel/] Yumbel Cookie Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/yumbelcookieco/] You can follow us on Instagram to keep up with what we're doing here. [https://www.instagram.com/themountainmadepodcast/] If you enjoy the podcast, please consider giving us a review. If you'd like to reach out to us, we can also be contacted by email: themountainmadepodcast@gmail.com MountainMadePodcast.com [https://mountainmadepodcast.com/] Music Provided by: Darrin Hacquard [https://darrinhacquard.com/]

44. Nicholas Tankersley: Illustrator and owner of Lost Appalachia Trading Company

If you don't recognize Nicholas Tankersley's name, you will likely immediately recognize his graphic design work as NDTank, or his work under his brand, Lost Appalachia Trading Company. In this episode, we discuss how a cat on a motorcycle sparked a career in illustration and apparel, gig posters and the many ways that he "stumbled" into something he enjoys. We also discuss the creation of Lost Appalachia Trading Company which is appropriately nestled below The LaFayette Flats.    In that vein, Nicholas also wanted us to include the following: "I want to thank Shawn Means and Amy Mclaughlin for their support and for allowing me to turn their space into a home for Lost Appalachia Trading Company." NDTank Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/ndtank/] NDTank.com [https://www.ndtank.com/] Lost Appalachia Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/lostappalachia/] LostAppalachia.com [https://www.lostappalachia.com/] You can follow us on Instagram to keep up with what we're doing here. [https://www.instagram.com/themountainmadepodcast/] If you enjoy the podcast, please consider giving us a review. If you'd like to reach out to us, we can also be contacted by email: themountainmadepodcast@gmail.com MountainMadePodcast.com [https://mountainmadepodcast.com/] Music Provided by: Darrin Hacquard [https://darrinhacquard.com/]

43. Lafayette Flats: Amy McLaughlin and Shawn Means

In our second recording in Fayetteville, we speak to Amy McLaughlin and Shawn Means, the pair responsible for Lafayette Flats, a short-term vacation rental which is just as much an art gallery. We discuss how a self-proclaimed "nerdy assignment" turned into one of the best regional art collections available to the public, the hurdles they overcame to make the Lafayette Flats a reality and the New River Gorge Creative Residency. We hope you enjoy the episode and appreciate the amount of effort these folks put into supporting the arts. Lafayette Flats Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/lafayetteflats/] LafayetteFlats.com [https://lafayetteflats.com/#hero] Creative Artist Residency [https://lafayetteflats.com/new-river-gorge-creative-residency] You can follow us on Instagram to keep up with what we're doing here. [https://www.instagram.com/themountainmadepodcast/] If you enjoy the podcast, please consider giving us a review. If you'd like to reach out to us, we can also be contacted by email: themountainmadepodcast@gmail.com MountainMadePodcast.com [https://mountainmadepodcast.com/] Music Provided by: Darrin Hacquard [https://darrinhacquard.com/]

42. Apocryphal Holler: Grace Lawson and Kate Kistler

We are on the road again, this time to Fayetteville, WV recording from The Lafayette Flats. Our first recording is with the duo behind The Apocryphal Holler, a DIY house show series. In this episode, we discuss how the two became fast friends over their love for music,  and the obstacles of hosting live music in an intimate setting. Together, they are a shining example of people in our region stepping up to fill a void they see in their community. We hope that you give them a follow and check out their next show! Apocryphal Holler Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/apocryphalholler/] You can follow us on Instagram to keep up with what we're doing here. [https://www.instagram.com/themountainmadepodcast/] If you enjoy the podcast, please consider giving us a review. If you'd like to reach out to us, we can also be contacted by email: themountainmadepodcast@gmail.com MountainMadePodcast.com [https://mountainmadepodcast.com/] Music Provided by: Darrin Hacquard [https://darrinhacquard.com/]

41. Bob Keeney: Stained glass artist and occasional garlic farmer

Bob Keeney is a stained glass artist whose interest for the craft was spurred after receiving a beginner book as a gift nearly twenty years ago. In the episode, we discuss his process, past commissions and his other pastime, garlic farming. He also makes us feel a little less alone when it comes to hanging onto scrap material! Overall, Bob is a very humble guy making incredible work because he enjoys it, which is something we should all get behind! Bob Keeney Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/bkeeneystainedglass/?hl=en] and Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/bobkeeneycustomstainedglass/] You can follow us on Instagram to keep up with what we're doing here. [https://www.instagram.com/themountainmadepodcast/] If you enjoy the podcast, please consider giving us a review. If you'd like to reach out to us, we can also be contacted by email: themountainmadepodcast@gmail.com MountainMadePodcast.com [https://mountainmadepodcast.com/] Music Provided by: Darrin Hacquard [https://darrinhacquard.com/]