Art + Design

Places like Champaign-Urbana have many hidden human treasures, people who have achieved wide recognition in their own fields and yet are unknown to the rest of us. Barbara Schoenoff is one such treasure, a doll-maker of high repute.

Michael explores the world of zines and zinesters in C-U. 

Last week, a portrait of the late Albert R. Lee was dedicated at the University of Illinois. Julie spoke with commissioned artist Patrick Earl Hammie, and Lee biographer Vanessa Rouillon about Lee's life and legacy.

Debra talks with Carly Benjamin about her unique tattoo style and what it's like being the only woman tattoo artist in Champaign-Urbana.

Sara talks with Ainslie Heinlich, Odd Fellow and organizer of the Odd Market, coming up this Saturday. 

Doesn't every office need a robot? Julie learns about this creative collaboration between Surface 51 and Taylor Studios.

Julie takes a behind the scenes look into the world of flowers with the owner of Fleurish.

Emilio chats with Dean Rose, a blacksmith who works in East Urbana.

The best technologies are indispensable and timeless. Emilio visited the Lincoln Bookbindery in Urbana and discussed the tools and techniques they use to create books that are both fine examples of utilitarian craftsmanship and beautiful works of art.