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Seattle’s Social Media Stars
Meet the locals who know how to network
By Seattle Mag May 17, 2016
This article originally appeared in the May 2016 issue of Seattle magazine.
From Twitter addicts who know Seattle’s scene inside out to Instagrammers who share their artistic views of all the best things about this city, we’ve rounded up the local social media personalities who we think you’ll want to discover.
Want to give a shout out for your favorite local media personalities? Share with us on Facebook or Twitter.
THE YOUTUBE MILLIONAIRE
Social media is more than a past-time for north Seattle Judy Travis. It’s made her a star – and a very wealthy woman.
THE BEAUTIFUL LIFE
Gorgeous interiors, impeccable fashion sense…get ready to feel inspired (or just downright jealous).
THE TWITTERATI
Sharing the city’s ins and outs in 140 characters or less.
A TAIL OF THREE FRENCHIES
What is it with Seattleites and their photogenic French Bulldogs?
THE FOODIE NETWORK
From adventurous home cooks to rising stars, these locals’ feeds will have your mouth watering.
CULTURE VULTURES
Who to follow to feed your soul.
JUST FOR FUN
Because ultimately, isn’t that what the internet is for anyway?
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