Orator and nightlife curator Arthur J. Rutledge, captured by photographer Vaughn Lowery, prepares to embark on his next endeavor at the Civilian Hotel.

Orator and nightlife curator Arthur J. Rutledge, captured by photographer Vaughn Lowery, prepares to embark on his next endeavor at the Civilian Hotel.

Orator and nightlife curator Arthur J. Rutledge, captured by photographer Vaughn Lowery, prepares to embark on his next endeavor at the Civilian Hotel.

Orator and nightlife curator Arthur J. Rutledge, captured by photographer Vaughn Lowery, prepares to embark on his next endeavor at the Civilian Hotel.