In This Issue

The Power Behind Paula

Fresh off of an Emmy win, Paula Deen was at the height of her powers when South featured her in, appropriately enough, the inaugural Power Issue. Paula, her family and her team spent an exhausting eight hours at Jarrel's gym to pull this cover story feature off.

Magic Man - David Jowers

South takes a look back at magician David Jowers, who was featured in our Aug/Sept 2007 issue. Jowers lost his voice at five years old, but he developed a language in which he is more fluent than English. And that is the language of magic.

Power Politician - Otis Johson

South's second annual Power Issue went straight to the top of Savannah's power structure, profiling then-mayor Otis Johnson. Depending on who you ask, Mayor Otis Johnson is either the most powerful, activist mayor in recent Savannah history, or a glorified cheerleader with a lot of big ideas. Ask the mayor, and he might tell you he's a little bit of both.

The Faces of Faith

In our sixth issue we introduce the "Faces of Faith." In a city obsessed with preservation, history, and tourism, the idea of spirituality is sometimes lost in a world of superstition and fantasy. These "Faces of Faith" shared their definition of "Face of Faith" in the new South.

Civil War - Ken Giddens

civil war reenactor ken giddens photographed by adam kuehl   Civil War - Ken Giddens A look back at South magazine's issue from June/July 2006. In our third issue, we turned our cameras on Civil War re-enactors like Ken Giddens,…

The World’s Fittest Model/Fitness icon - Jamie Eason

fitness model jamie eason photographed by Mike byerley   The World’s Fittest and Healthiest Model/Fitness icon - Jamie Eason A look back at South magazine's Dec/Jan 2011 Health & Wellness issue. This fit and feisty Southern belle regaled us with…

Wendell Burns is the Face of Auto Detailing

Car Spa owner Wendell Burns created a system for his business that allows him to interact with each client. With a small but efficient team, he not only gets a chance to build those personal relationships, he can also take quality control very seriously. He lays eyes on every car that comes in and goes out.

The Face of Museums

Thousands of families and students enjoy Coastal Heritage Museum’s sites, field trips, public events, and Mobile Museum programs annually and their strategy of Making Museums Matter uses partnerships to reach underserved audiences to ensure that these resources are available to all.

Jamie Weaver is the Face of Photography

“We try to have a lot of fun,” says Jamie. “My idea of fun is for [my couples] to not have to worry and be stressed about the photography or the timelines. I break everything into 15-minute increments, so I never miss a shot.” Jamies comes prepared with the itinerary laminated and strapped to her arm, like a quarterback calling plays.

The Face of Event Technology

Encore is stationed in-house at the Savannah Convention Center and handles everything from large-scale corporate stage productions to private social events. The team is known for pushing the envelope, creatively. “Our goal is to truly partner with our clients from the beginning so that we are invested in their vision and share a common goal,” says Cameron.

Meet the Face of Calvin Wayne Photography

Calvin Wayne captures pivotal moments, special memories, and stunning style behind the lens. His subjects become works of art under his eye. “Photography has always been something special to me. Showing people the beauty behind the lens has been one of the best journeys.”

ABR Digital Office Solutions is the Face of the Digital Office

Building a successful business is all about efficiency: cutting waste, improving workflow and making everything just a little bit faster, better and more efficient. That’s where ABR comes in. Their full suite of products and offerings, both hardware and software, were designed for one purpose: helping Savannah’s businesses boost their bottom line through efficiency.

Clayton Digital Reprographics is the Face of Print Production

Ask the folks at Savannah/Hilton Head Island International Airport where they got those snazzy sign graphics. Ask the guides at Kelly Tours who did their vehicle graphics. They’ll point you toward Clayton Digital Reprographics, Savannah’s hometown wizards of print solutions.

All About You Entertainment: Music's Face

"We create fun moments on the dancefloor that become lifetime memories. At a wedding, people might not remember the cake, but they’ll always remember if they had fun." In addition to DJ services, All About You provides photo booths, lighting design, and day-of wedding coordination, offering a full suite of wedding and event planning services.

Sly's Sliders and Fries: Stacking Big Flavors on Small Buns since 2014

The humble slider eliminates the paradox of choice for many an indecisive eater. Can’t decide between the classic Boardwalk burger slider, vegetarian Shroomwich slider or Perro Cubano slider dog? Order all three, they’re sliders. That’s the idea behind Sly’s Sliders and Fries.

Michael Owens, the Face of Tourism

“Service is at the heart of everything we do.” Owens is the President and CEO of the Tourism Leadership Council, a private, non-partisan, nonprofit trade organization representing the tourism and hospitality industry. “We know we’re serving others when we advocate for people’s careers and prosperity.”

Sweet South: Savannah's Candy Kitchen

Savannah’s Candy Kitchen is the South’s Largest Candy Store. As they continue to grow they keep their tradition of welcoming everyone with a warm smile and fresh praline sample.

Theresa Reed is the Face of Celebrations

Long-time friendly face at Savannah Station, Theresa Reed has a long legacy of executing exquisite experiences at Savannah Station for over 21 years. “Savannah Station was truly one of the first unique event spaces in Savannah.”