2022 Weird Fiction Contest
In a tradition stretching back to bygone aeons — pre-pandemic — Motif is working in collaboration with NecronomiCon Providence on a weird fiction contest for writing and art. This is an […]
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Pot in Every Pot: RI Legalizes Recreational Cannabis
Recreational cannabis will be legal in RI under a new bill that will be signed into law at a ceremony later today (Wed, May 25) announced by Gov. Daniel McKee […]
Not Quite Together Yet: Barker’s Putting it Together a swing and a miss
Passion and good intentions do not translate into a solid theatrical production, otherwise the current show at Barker Playhouse would automatically be a hit. The seven-person cast in “Putting it […]
2022 Bartenders Ball
We want to recognize bartenders that elevate tending to an art form. Join us in celebrating your favorite local bartenders! We are still taking nominations. Voting is now closed. But […]
Greater RI protections for wiretap warrants: No federal “good-faith” exception to exclusionary rule
The RI Supreme Court this morning (May 5) ruled unanimously, 5-0, in a consolidated case involving multiple criminal defendants (State v. Deric S. McGuire et al.) that a failure to […]
Gather Glass: Blowing Glass… and Minds
Hot. Glowing. Molten glass illuminates the glassblower’s studio as they risk high temperatures and defy the laws of physics for their art. “Glassblowing creates not just an object, but a […]
Motif 2022 Tattoo Awards: Winners, details and shout-outs
A woman on stilts, letting her nipple tassles swing through the air, walking to the powerful beat of a full band of over 20 percussionists. A fire dancer, spinning, twirling […]
May Holidays, Ranked: What’s the best holiday in May?
Alright, Motif readers, it’s time we got to the bottom of the burning question we all ask ourselves once the 5th month of the year comes around — what’s the […]
The Art of Metal: Local artists share their love for metal art
When walking down Sims Ave in PVD, it is nearly impossible to miss The Steel Yard in all of its metal art glory. “It’s much more than just hammering,” says […]
Featured Contributor May 2022: LuzJennifer Martinez
Where there were books, libraries and music cassettes, that’s where you would find LuzJennifer Martinez as a kid, growing up in the inner city of Providence. Her passion for reading […]