SEPTEMBER 2019
LORI D. R. WIGGINS /
CHARLES UPCHURCH /
W R I TE R Lori Wiggins is a veteran journalist whose joy is storytelling that celebrates hidden gems. Born in Charlotte, raised in Raleigh, and educated at UNC-Chapel Hill, Lori’s Carolina-girl roots expanded as a staffer for newspapers in South Carolina. In 2002, she returned home as wife, mama and, ultimately, her parents’ caretaker. Lori penned the Midtown Muse community column for the The News & Observer for nearly a decade, and contributes to other publications and literary ventures as a writer and book editor. Writing for WALTER is a goal realized. “I hope Mary D. Williams’ story is a reminder that music is a universal form of self-expression that edifies and endures.”
W R I TE R Charles Upchurch is a writer and public relation executive who works in downtown Raleigh. His magazine journalism, including numerous articles for WALTER, has covered the finer points of cocktail making, the perfect oyster roast, the perils of ascending Mount Everest, the lost art of cane pole fishing, what it’s like to die and other essential reading. His profile of Dontez Harris, Raleigh’s unofficial jazz laureate, is a reminder that music is a doorway standing open, inviting us in.
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JACYLN MORGRAN / P HOTO G R A P HE R In her third assignment for WALTER, the Greenville-based family and wedding photographer explored one of Raleigh’s most beautiful private homes and gardens. “Anne and Scott live in a true oasis. Their outdoor fireplace is a sculptural work of art and their garden was so abundant they sent me home with a bag full of veggies. I love being with people in their natural habitat, especially when they’re super-passionate about it.”
P HOTO GR A PH ER Jeffrey Williamson is originally from Reidsville, N.C., and attended Elon University for Undergraduate and Graduate school where he obtained his Master’s Degree in Interactive Media. He enjoys photographing concerts, weddings and editorial portraits through his company, Jeffrey Lynn Media Photography. He has a Yorkie Poodle named Tuxedo and has resided in Raleigh for the last five years. “Photographing Dontez Harris at Transfer Co. was an amazing experience. It was great to capture him in his element and I enjoyed seeing the audience groove to the soundtrack of their Friday evening.”
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