Behind the Shop
I’m Cory Ames, and I explore the plants, places, and people of Texas—through writing, video, and thoughtful storytelling.
My work centers on a simple question:
How can we live and work in a way that truly sustains us—our communities, our environment, and our sense of meaning?
This shop grows out of that question. It’s a way of carrying that understanding into everyday life—through goods that reflect the landscapes, relationships, and ideas shaping a better Texas.
Whether I’m walking through the Texas Hill Country identifying native plants, interviewing someone building a better San Antonio, or writing about the future of sustainable business, my goal is the same: To help people understand where they live—so that we can care for our communities and our land more deeply.