PATTERN Digital is full of stories, recaps, editorials, and Q+As. All of these were written and photographed by locals who are passionate about sharing the best creative stories in Indiana. Here we reveal the top ten most viewed posts that were published in 2022. If you contributed to a story that made the list, well done! And share with friends on social media! Let’s push these stories even further to get these people in Indy the recognition they deserve.
2022 was a year full of learning, growth, joy, and transformation. We are so excited to share more stories with you in 2023!
10. Rev 2022 Street Style
Photographer and past intern/current fellow Leo Soyfer headed to the Rev Gala in May to document the 2022 race fashion scene.
9. Meet the Summer 2022 Interns
Every intern class we release a story with a little get-to-know-you about the interns that will be working with PATTERN for a few months. The summer interns in 2022 really had a blast and did some awesome work, some of that work even made this list!
8. March Digital Cover
March’s Digital Cover featured Hannah Roeschlein, an Indy native stand-up comedian. Since her appearance on the cover, she has recorded her first album and is consistently touring shows from LA to NYC. Go Hannah!
Words by Cory Cathcart
Photos by Polina Osherov
Photo Assist by Clint Kearney
Cover Design by Carrie Kelb
Makeup by Andrew Elliot
Hair by Allison Rutledge
7. Retail 101: Celestial Arts and Antiques
Elyza Sarver and Rebecca Gaines opened Celestial Arts and Antiques in 2021 and Indy has been rallying behind them ever since. Check out their Retail 101 feature to learn more about their journey and keep supporting local businesses like this one.
Words by Khaila King
Photos by Kelsey Matthias
6. Miracle on South Street is Indy's Best Holiday Pop-Up Bar
An all out holiday pop-up bar graced The Alexander with its presence through the month of December. PATTERN Creative Fellow Katie Freeman sat down with Eli Laidlaw, The Alexander’s executive chef, and Kirstie Eller, the sales and events coordinator to find out what made this pop-up Indy’s best.
Words by Katie Freeman
Photos by Clint Kearney
5. February Digital Cover
Judy Thomas started as the Deputy Mayor of Neighborhood Engagement in 2021.
“Thomas is at the heart of some of Indy’s most ambitious projects that will help address income and opportunity disparities, and reduce crime. She is also a self confessed lover of print magazines, fashion, old books and jazz. And she’s got stories for days.”
Words and photos by Polina Osherov
Styling by Katie Freeman
Makeup by Ja’Twon Henderson (Aesthetic Artist Agency)
Cover design by Carrie Kelb
4. November Digital Cover
Our November cover featured Lauren James who, for over a decade, has been working as an Indianapolis placemaker and driver of change within the community. Her work is dedicated to making Indiana a consistently better place. Check out the story to learn more about why we love Indy so much!
Words by Katie Freeman
Photography by Polina Osherov
Design by Lindsay Hadley
Styling by Emily Coy
3. The Greta Girls: Music, Art, and Social Media
Summer intern Megan Lutes had a big idea. She wanted to bring in three women she knew from social media who all lived in different places of the country to come to the PATTERN studio and discuss their inspiration to create based on the band, Greta Van Fleet. They all agreed and a beautiful story was published.
Words by Megan Lutes
Photos by Cecil Mella and Mikaela Helane
2. 10+ Ways to Style a Headscarf
Fall intern Rose Clark created this guide to share all the different ways she loves styling her headscarves, and touches on her journey of learning to love her hair.
Words, Styling, and Graphic by Rose Clark
Photos by Mikaela Helane
1. Hometown Comics and Games Making Cosplay Accessible
And finally, coming in at the number one most read story on PATTERN Digital is “Hometown Comics and Games Making Cosplay Accesible” !!!
In this story, Creative Fellow Cory Cathcart shares how Adrianna, Frances, and Don Hull are creating community with their store. It’s Indiana’s premiere spot for not only comics and games, but cosplay outfits, makeup, wigs, accessories, and much more!
Words by Cory Cathcart
Photos by Kelsey Matthias
