Art Chowder July | August, Issue 22 | Page 4

From the Publisher Dean Cameron Exciting Times It is such an honor working with so many amazing artists and creators in the arts and entertainment industry. They all work hard for those of us that reap the benefits of their skills, vision and passion. We at Art Chowder are thrilled to see that their efforts are being noticed and they are being celebrated by the growth and interest in Art Chowder Magazine in other regions as well. We now have retail distributors in Bellingham, Mill Creek, Seattle, Lake Forrest, and Olympia, Washington as well as Beaverton, Oregon and our numerous retail locations in the Inland Empire. Art Chowder also welcomes our new columnist Eric Cook “The Cork Jockey.” Eric is a celebrated sommelier as well as regional celebrity with many a wine-loving guest of Beverly’s Restaurant at the resort in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho and Masselow’s Restaurant in Airway Heights, Washington. Eric brings his vast knowledge of not only regional wines but also his experience from a worldwide platform for the discerning palate. We are excited to continue to bring the ongoing diversity of the arts to our readers — artists from all around the West with many styles, many stories and a lifetime of enjoyment for you to be had. We look forward to introducing Art Chowder Magazine to new friends and those passionate about the visual, performing and culinary arts. Enjoy your summer and make time to enjoy the arts! Thank you, Dean Cameron 4 ART CHOWDER MAGAZINE