UPPERCASE #66, July-Aug-Sept) According to publisher Janine Vangool, making art is a cathartic expression of control in a chaotic world. Decoration and ornamentation improve our lives, infusing personality and humanity into all things. We can express our values, opinions and identities by adorning ourselves with jewelry, pattern and design we’ve made ourselves or selected from fellow artisans. Adornment doesn’t have to be an afterthought, nor is it superficial. It can be a purpose unto itself — a practice to encourage others to appreciate beauty and perhaps explore the neglected parts of themselves that need nurturing and expression.  UPPERCASE is a quarterly magazine for the creative and curious inspired by craft, design, typography and illustration. Ads-free, with high-quality production values and a unique design aesthetic, the content of each issue is eclectic and inspiring.