First Lady of Festival
New Director Missy Paschke-Wood adjusts to life in Lafayette while leading the day-to-day operations of Acadiana’s premier tourism event.
Interviews
A Man and His Zoo
Animal magnetism in broussard
Capturing the Moment
As the official Visual Artist for Festival International, Lafayette's D.D. Manly paints dancer Tanya Evanson, exemplifying the majesty and mystery of the annual event.
Cooking for Celebs
Opelousas chef Paul T. Payne caters to the culinary needs of some very recognizable clientele.
A Sense of Time, A Sense of Place
Priding her work as in tune with its setting, Lafayette to the delicate dance between industry and the environment native Raina Benoit’s ACA exhibit speaks.
Barrels of Fun
Oilmen by day, David Meaux and Cole LeBlanc chase their dreams after hours as operators of Acadiana’s first rum distillery.
Artist Gwen Voorhies Comes Into the Light
Once too bashful to share her work with the Acadiana art community, artist Gwen Voorhies' exploration in brighter colors reflects deep thought and humble confidence.