LSS, the Dirtbag Bon Vivant, Salida, CO (2025)

11/14/2022

“The Longest Night”
Elevation Beer Company
2022/2023 Winter Show
By: Lindsay Sutton-Stephens

After a very hectic Wheel of the Year, we are finally to the Winter Solstice/Yule. Which means it is time for my annual winter Elevation show titled “the Longest Night” (also known as the rebirth of the Sun). This show will hold connotations of life, death, the Goddess Fr**ga, our spiritual connection to nature, embracing darkness, letting go of things that no longer serve us and making room for the rebirth of light.

There is a big surprise to accompany this year’s show, “the Longest Night”, to be announced by our buddies at Elevation in the coming month. Stay tuned!

11/12/2022

SALIDA’S NEXT LAST WALTZ IS SOLD OUT!

We would like to extend a GIGANTIC Rock N’ Roll thank you to the Salida Steamplant (Patrick and Kelly) and all of you who braved the cold this morning. All THREE shows were sold out within the hour. We cannot wait to see you all in February!

Please call the Salida Steamplant, 719-530-0933, to get on the waitlist if you were not one of the lucky ones. Miracles happen every year!

Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!

11/05/2022

I voted like a Mama Bear this year. A Mama Bear protecting my cubs/their cub buds and the community I have called home for almost 2 decades. Voting for experience, longevity, expertise and commitment to this community is more important than ever. You know where my support lies!

If the “good ole boys club”( as referenced by Former Mayor Livichi in the MM) consist of the doers, those protecting our river corridor, those proactively working toward the positive growth of this community, those who volunteer countless hours to make our community a better place or those who are instrumental in making “Colorado’s worst kept secret” what it is today, then count me in. That is a club I would love to join.

I voted like a Mama Bear whose cubs can’t go out and play because they don’t feel safe in their own space somedays 😉

11/03/2022

Man, life has taken a much different direction in the last 9 months. I am loving real estate but do miss the studio too. I was so happy to jump back in this last week for a good cause. This magical little piece named “Believer” is headed to the Elevating Readers Together fundraiser tomorrow night, November 4th, at Elevation Beer Company, 5:00 - 9:00 PM. I am honored to have a piece in the auction along with some of Salida’s finest. Come out, have a beer, bid on some cool local art and bring books to every Salida student.
I am back in the studio (at-least part time) working on some killer (big) commissions & my annual Elevation winter show. Stay tuned ❄️ 🕯

11/03/2022

Man, life has taken a much different direction in the last 9 months. I am loving real estate but do miss the studio too. I was so happy to jump back in this last week for a good cause. This magical little piece named “Believer” is headed to the Elevating Readers Together fundraiser tomorrow night, November 4th, at Elevation Beer Company, 5:00 - 9:00 PM. I am honored to have a piece in the auction along with some of Salida’s finest. Come out, have a beer, bid on some cool local art and bring books to every Salida student.
I am back in the studio (at-least part time) working on some killer (big) commissions & my annual Elevation winter show. Stay tuned ❄️ 🕯

11/02/2022

Do not weep for me for I have not gone.
I am the wind that shakes the mighty Oak.
I am the gentle rain that falls upon your face.
I am the spring flower that pushes through the dark earth.
I am the chuckling laughter of the mountain stream.
Do not weep for me for I have not gone.
I am the memory that dwells in the heart of those that knew me.
I am the shadow that dances on the edge of your vision.
I am the wild goose that flies south at Autumn's call and I shall return at Summer rising.
I am the stag on the wild hills way.
I am just around the corner.
Therefore, the wise weep not.
But rejoice at the transformation of my Being.
-Pagan Eulogy
Last year, I landed on the idea that maybe there are not too many ways to honor the dead or maybe it is landing on your most connected path which can change with time. We honored those we love on the other side on some level on: Boo’s Day, the Hunter’s Moon, Samhain and Dia De Los Mu***os all within a short few weeks. My loved ones are more rooted in Irish/Celtic heritage so Samhain felt right, the Moon always brings the unseen hand of love but especially in October, the tradition of Dia De Los Mu***os is beautiful (plus we love our “science fair ofrenda”) and alas Boo’s Day is Boo’s Day. Regardless of how you observe, I hope the presence from beyond surrounds you with love

Thank you to our talented friend Jamie of for the gift of these beautiful handmade bee’s wax candles. This was the perfect occasion to finally light them 🖤

10/24/2022

Studio Flaw Alert. To say I was a little exhausted last summer is an understatement. I am going to be offering up several discounted pieces this week, as I prepare for my annual winter show at Elevation. “Be in love with your life.” got a bit flipped in my brain. This piece would normally be $425, I am offering this mix up for $150. DM for more information.

10/09/2022

Yeah, skateboarding! These kids are not only buddies but amazing champions of each other. A win for one is a win for all and that is a pretty beautiful thing to see as a parent.

This is the “Goofy Grabbers” (most) of the Salida Skateschool (Coached by Ethan). It’s hard to put into words but this crew’s support of one another gives me hope for humanity.

Thanks Monarch Skate Jam, Derrick Scott, the City of Salida and Parks & Rec for giving these Goofy Grabbers a platform for stoke.

10/03/2022

Man, all that fun at Renewal really aged us 💀🖤💀

10/03/2022

Man, all that fun at Renewal really aged us 💀🖤💀

08/24/2022

Three different recent photos of my girl used for her annual birthday portrait and somehow I produced three different teenagerish Townes 🤦🏼‍♀️🤷🏼‍♀️
Our 🦄🦋🧚🏼‍♂️will get 💖😎💖.

08/15/2022

“Welcome, Please be responsible for the energy you bring into this home.”

We hung this painting on our porch over the weekend. I spend a lot of time working on, not only, the energy I invest in but what I allow into our home lately. This is not easy and can even feel a little isolating at times. I stood on the front porch whispering “tree karma, tree karma, tree karma” this morning, after being alarmed by our middle-aged, male, neighbor yelling at our sweet but yappy corgi. (Stooge, who was on our private property and behind our fence. ) Suddenly the beauty of the day was shrouded in needless negativity. Then, I turned around to find this hanging reminder and it hit me hard. I NEED to leave that energy porch right. We got time for nothing but milestones & sunshine around here today.

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