LIFE

Kelvin Ruiz is an artist who uses the human body as his canvas. His tattoos are intricate and carefully drawn. After two years in business in Cromwell, he decided to relocate his Warpath Studio to a storefront on New Britain Avenue.

Company ’N Tempo strives to enrich the community through the joy of the performing arts. So, whether one enjoys singing, dancing, acting, or playing guitar or piano, this Cromwell incubator and collaborator at 211 Shunpike Road is a popular choice.

You can learn how to paint, draw, carve wood and so much more at the Wethersfield Art League. The venerable nonprofit arts organization that was founded in 1954 is seeing an increase in membership. Classes are taught at its Little Red Schoolhouse near the intersection of Welles and Wolcott Hill roads.

Something old. Something new. Something beaded. Something for Brooke Barbeau to create in every color, including blue.

Julie Grant walked around the apartment stopping at a framed montage of photos of her with stars like Taylor Swift, Meatloaf, the Amazing Kreskin, B.J. Thomas and Donovan. The photos take her back in time to when she was a co-producer for the Pollstar Awards.

Unassuming in its pursuit, The Roberts Foundation for the Arts is one of the strongest supporters of the arts community in the Greater Hartford area. “We fund everything—symphony, theater, dance, choral groups, museums, heritage homes,” said Executive Director Lisa Curran. “We’re driven by excellence in the arts; always looking for the upper tier performance.”

Looking for that perfect gift for a friend or family member? A piece of art that moves you? You don’t have to go far to find something you’ll love. There are so many talented people right here in West Hartford that may have just what you’re looking for. Here, we bring you one of those folks.

With a love of singing and comforting others through song, the all-volunteer members of Threshold Choir attend the bedsides of people on the threshold of the end of life – those who are in hospitals or hospice.