In this episode host Aaron Switzer sits down with Dennis McGregor, Artist, Musician, and Children’s Book Author. Dennis reflects on his journey from performing music in Southern California to building a creative life in Sisters, Oregon. He shares how an opportunity to create a poster for the Sisters Quilt Show launched a decades long career in visual art, leading to celebrated festival posters, interpretive signage throughout Central Oregon, public artwork, and a series of children’s books.

The conversation explores creativity, reinvention, and the lasting influence artists can have on a community. Dennis discusses his work with the Sisters Folk Festival, his contributions to public spaces across the region, and the inspiration behind his books and school performances. His story highlights the role of art, music, and local culture in shaping the identity of Central Oregon.