Artist Darra Fenner graduated with a B.A. in Film Production. She considers herself an aspiring director, writer, artist, and composer, and dreamer, having a wide range of creative ability and passions. Her interests also include storytelling, and listening to the musical work of Queen. Concerning her artwork, Fenner specializes in mixed media. She typically includes one readable word within each of her images. “I incorporate a word within an image in attempt to make the viewer imagine another world beyond the canvas,” Fenner shared. Watch her work come to life by visiting the Artists on the Rise section of the Rise Up Festival! Welcome, Darra!
The Rise Up Festival cannot wait to welcome Bootleggin’ Barbeque and their pork and brisket sliders! This BBQ joint, located just down the street from Rise on Washington Avenue, offers some of the best barbeque you’ll find in St. Louis. They are known for their Kansas City style, Bootleggin’ BBQ not only draws in customers, but keeps them coming back! We encourage you to treat yourself to one of their tasty pork or brisket sliders, and a homemade side, when you spot them at the Rise Up Festival.
Also don’t forget that the day will be kicked off by the World Famous Dr. Zhivegas! You won’t want to miss the grooves of this legendary group that will make you want to get up and dance. Covering songs such as “Uptown Funk,” “Don’t You Worry Child,” “Feel so Close,” and much more, Dr. Zhivegas will be sure to get the party started. Make sure to arrive by 2:00pm to see this show-stopping opening act!
