Photographer: John Taylor
“Crooked Solace”: Bailee Elaine’s Short & Sweet (and f*cking brutal)
In her collection Short & Sweet (and f*cking brutal), Bailee Elaine explores her own journey with grief following the death of her brother Brady in 2004. … read more
Sin Eaters Lament: DIY Festival Artisan
At the DIY Festival, Cathy Cartwright’s booth promises to be captivating. Each doll stands as a silent storyteller, waiting for the right soul to take them home. … read more
Respectable Hoe Chainmail: DIY Festival Artisan
Respectable Hoe Chainmail’s work appeals to diverse subcultures, from BDSM enthusiasts to goths and punks. … read more
Raw Eddy’s: DIY Festival Craft Food
Amid the drudgery of health-food jargon, an oasis emerges, wrapped in a vibrant package. Raw Eddy’s is seeking to inspire the minds and taste buds of everyone through thoughtful ingredient selection. … read more
Active-ism: Fat Senders Proves Bouldering Is For Every Body
Anyone—from the rookies to the masters—is always welcome as long as they help maintain a positive atmosphere. … read more
Access Unclear: Gender-Affirming Care in Utah
Even as a nationwide survey found that Utah ranked seventh-highest in the nation in healthcare, many members of the LGBTQ+ population continue to face barriers accessing gender-affirming care. … read more
Please Bear With Me: Gay Tattoos By Cory Harris
How valuable is self expression if you don’t feel allowed to be true to yourself? Cory Harris, an artist at Loyalty Tattoos, has had an incredible journey. … read more
SLUG Style: Lou Sant
Inspired by his parents’ love of classic rock, Lou Sant’s eclectic style reflects his outgoing personality and confidence in his LGBTQ+ identity. … read more
Seasons Cheese: A Revival of Plant-Based Cheese
A plant-based lifestyle doesn’t mean giving up the taste of dairy-rich comfort foods you once devoured as a child. Seasons Cheese brings them back to life. … read more
Mike Brown: Air Guitar!
I like writing about topics that I haven’t tackled before. Since SLUG is still a music magazine, I decided to write about a unique musical art form: Air guitar! … read more
