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Courtney Crowe

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A bit of a wanderer, this girl has finally found her way back to her home town with a new passion and love for this great big city!

Courtney is a freelance graphic designer, part time creative director, struggling actress, blooming artist and a crafty DIY'er. Her dream location? Where the Rocky Mountains meet the shores of the Pacific Ocean!

The (Bloody) Caesar: Canada's National Drink?

National's Take on the Original Caesar

By Courtney Crowe from Calgary, on Fri, 2013-04-05 08:50

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The Caesar…The reliable hangover cure, favorable patio beverage, go-to brunch cocktail, standby nightcap and an (almost) guilt-free meal replacement.Interesting fact: The infamous bloody Caesar was invented in 1969 in none other than one of the greatest cities (to be argued) in Canada – Calgary, Alberta! Bartender Walter Chell found himself hand mashing clams at the Westin Hotel to concoct the very first ‘Bloody Caesar’ – which found him helping Mott’s to... [Keep Reading]

Grant Leier Exhibit; Wild Thing

Wild Life & Wild Design Inspired by the Canadian Rockies

By Courtney Crowe from Calgary, on Wed, 2013-03-13 13:36

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My family and I have been big admirers and have continued to follow the career and work of Canadian artist Grant Leier ever since my dad attended art school with him ‘back in the day.' This past weekend the Canada House Gallery in Banff, AB hosted an exhibition of Grant Leier’s collection titled Wild Thing. This collection includes an array of bright and energetic paintings on wildlife inspired by those found in the Canadian Rocky Mountains.A little background on the artist;... [Keep Reading]

Roosevelt Food & Drinks

A fresh take on premium casual dining

By Courtney Crowe from Calgary, on Wed, 2013-02-27 12:05

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17th Avenue is home to another new establishment as Roosevelt opened their doors to the public on February 13. The talents behind 1410, 80th & Ivy and 1600 have taken over Classic Jack’s old stomping grounds and revamped the space to give us Calgarians another reason to spend our evenings and weekends in uptown 17th. You can find Roosevelt at 933 17th Ave, just a hop over from Nellies and the Source.Roosevelt is already attracting a hot crowd which makes for an energetic and fun... [Keep Reading]

Andy Warhol; The Athlete Series

Works of Warhol Visit Calgary

By Courtney Crowe from Calgary, on Tue, 2013-01-15 09:30

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Us Calgarians are getting a rare treat this month as the Museum of Contemporary Art Calgary houses a series created by one of the most controversial and popular artists from the 20th century, Andy Warhol.In the late 70’s Warhol was commissioned to do a series of photographs and paintings featuring a few of the most prominent athletes from the likes of Muhammad Ali, OJ Simpson and even a fresh faced 22-year-old Wayne Gretsky.The exhibit opened its doors this weekend and will be... [Keep Reading]

Love Jules Leather

Hand-crafted and Made to Order

By Courtney Crowe from Calgary, on Thu, 2013-01-03 15:22

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Settled in a garage studio in the mountain town of Whistler, BC you can find the duo behind Love Jules Leather, Jules Vagelatos and Josh Blodans. Love Jules Leather has been making handmade leather goods from the comfort of their home studio since 2008. The two combine Jules fine arts talent with her experience apprenticing with a Dartmouth Leather smith, with Josh Blodas creative accounting, utility and 'spreadsheet making' skills to produce custom crafted kicks and other hand created... [Keep Reading]

Raising the Barre

Dancers have nice buns, and I'm not just talking about the ones on their heads!

By Courtney Crowe from Calgary, on Tue, 2012-12-18 15:34

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Have you been in search of a new work out routine? Something that will take you away from those drab exercise machines at your local Spa Lady and have you fluttering across a room like a graceful swan?I bring you the latest fad to getting that winter physique toned, tightened and tucked. Barre Body Fits is a new barre and ballet style workout and they’ve recently set up shop in both Calgary and Edmonton.Now don’t be deceived – this is not your average ballet class, you... [Keep Reading]

Tatum Monod

Girl of the Season

By Courtney Crowe from Calgary, on Mon, 2012-12-03 12:05

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Tatum’s no stranger to the mountains. She was born and raised in Banff, AB and is currently settled in Whistler, BC. Tatum is already making a name for herself - Free Skier Magazine even gave her the title of ‘Skiing’s new it girl!’ this year. She also caused quite a stir of excitement as she recently landed a double back flip in the back country as possibly the first woman to do so! (Check out Orage’s video of it below) 2011 ORAGE SPOT FEATURE... [Keep Reading]

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