January 2023 Poem: Black Tidal Waves on the Frontline
This poem by Dasan Ahanu explores social injustice and survival and the strength, yet hardship it creates.
Category: Arts & Culture
Just Working: Artist Antoine Williams
Originally from Red Springs, this mixed-media talent cofounded an art collective in Charlotte called God City.
Psychedelic Singles: The Enduring Appeal of Beatles-Era Garage Rock
A new CD collection, Psychedelic States: The Carolinas in the 60s, commemorates music from bands like The Fabulous Wunz, Rogues and Steps of Stone.
With Love: Letters from the North Carolina State Archives
From passionate to mundane, these romantic notes from decades ago offer a window into relationships then and now.
The Runaway: Muralist and Graphic Designer Gabe Eng-Goetz
The Durham native is known for colorful art that incorporates graffiti motifs, Asian icons and carefully woven stories.
Treasured: SAVED is a Photographic Journey of Love and Loss
The first book from Artsuite, SAVED: Objects of the Dead pairs images by Jody Servon with prose poems by Lorene Delany-Ullman.
20 Things to Do in February 2023 In and Around Raleigh
Stay cozy this month with candlelit concerts, out-of-the-box art classes and new ways to interact with nature in and around Raleigh.
WALTER’s Top Photos of 2022
Images from our print magazine and digital channels of various moments, people and restaurants in and around Raleigh that stood out in 2022.
Lauren Ivey’s Favorite Places to Eat & Drink
The executive chef of Death and Taxes in downtown shares her favorite restaurants, bars and coffee spots in and around Raleigh.
Go Figure: Painter Adam D. Cohen’s Colorful Portraits
This Raleigh artist works in oil paint, but also in pen or charcoal, capturing the mystery inside his subjects.
2023 is the Year of the Trail in North Carolina
This statewide initiative from the N.C. Great Trails Coalition and State Parks invites us to hike, bike, paddle and explore outside.
The Buddy System: Haand Ceramics
Two longtime friends started the successful pottery brand out of Hillsborough, which has collaborated with James Beard Award winning chefs.
Your 2023 North Carolina Playlist
From jazz to country to rap, local musicians have been busy this past year. Here are the new albums and upcoming projects to look out for.
The New Guard: Fresh Direction in Downtown Arts Organizations
Over the last year and a half, CAM, Artspace, VAE and Artsplosure have each hired new directors. Here’s what they want to do.