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Erin Marie Miller

Erin Marie Miller is a freelance writer and photographer based in Metro Detroit whose work focuses on people and small businesses. Inspired by the genre of New Journalism, she is passionate about connecting people to their communities through meaningful storytelling. You can reach her by email.

Erin Marie Miller's Latest Articles

‘We Felt the Loss of Them’: Fabric artist Evelyn Hoey honors gun violence victims in her own way

Detroit artist Evelyn Hoey’s new solo exhibition at Live Coal Gallery utilizes fabric and French knots to inspire conversations about the complexities of gun violence – and the all-too-common deaths that result from it every year.  

A volunteer puts away food at Jewish Family Services of Washtenaw County
Emergency food providers feel the crunch of rising costs amid inflation

As government assistance dwindles and food costs rise, nonprofit food providers are seeing a growing need for assistance in communities across Southeast Michigan. Here’s how they’re coping.  

6 Detroit festivities to brighten your holiday season

Looking for a meaningful way to be part of Detroit this holiday season? Here are six events to celebrate in the city this year. 

Rooted in Community: Meet the local developers emphasizing residents, empowerment

Can developers serve communities in better ways? Can designs make sure residents don't get left out of the city's rapid growth? These Detroit-based developers think so. Here's what they are saying.   

One People: Special edition sneaker connects youth designers with apparel industry icons

The newly-launched “One People” sneaker, came from a collaboration between 20 aspiring Detroit designers, fashion label Deviate, and shoe designer Ruthie Davis (whose work has graced the feet of celebrities like Beyoncé, Lady Gaga, Ariana Grande, and Kendall Jenner). With all proceeds going to the Boys and Girls Club of Southeast Michigan, the limited edition likely won't last long. 

Kiana Wenzell holds the audience captive at the "Building a Lasting Legacy" exhibit.
United by Design: Gucci Changemakers exhibit focused on young designers, social change

To celebrate the 12th annual Detroit Month of Design, we caught up with some of the creative forces from last weekend’s MOCAD exhibition to learn about the Gucci Changemakers — and how young designers are using art to make a difference from Detroit to Los Angeles.

Br. Gary Wegner in the food pantry  at Capuchin Services Center.
An increasing need: Nonprofit food providers serving Detroit amid inflation

Supply chain issues have impacted everything from housing to groceries and gas prices this year. As disruptions extend into late summer, Model D checks in with three local food providers to find out how they’re handling the extra challenges — and responding to growing needs in the community. 

Ed Sheeran performs in Washington D.C.
Sofar Sounds brings intimate musical performances to Detroit this summer in ‘secret’ concert series

A UK-based international music events group is hosting three small, private concerts this summer in unique spaces in the North End, North Rosedale Park, and Corktown neighborhoods.

Detroit Denim Co. partners with multimedia artist Paul “FFTY” Johnson on limited-edition denim run

You're about to start seeing some art-centric jeans along Detroit's corridors. Featuring chain-stitched flames embroidered using a vintage Singer 114, “Torched” is the first run in the Littlefield bespoke denim brand’s planned artist series, showcasing Detroit’s creative community.

Stephanie Quesnelle has witnessed the power dynamics change at Data Driven Detroit.
Data Driven Detroit becomes worker-owned in bid to preserve community-centric culture

What does a worker-owned small business look like? The team behind Data Driven Detroit discuss their new model and why they wanted a democratic, responsibility-driven workplace.

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