Friday, April 29, 2011

Lasell - The Undergraduate Show Runway 2011



The designers presented a really impressive collection tonight and it was a terrific, polished presentation.

Congratulations to all of you!

There is a slide show of at least one of each look. No easy feat in a couple of hours. There is also a copy of each of those images.

This link will probably not be up until tomorrow morning as the slide show is still loading.

Thursday, April 28, 2011

Fashion Design Students Runway Shows!



It is that time of year. Spring has arrived and with it colleges and universities will be conferring diplomas on seniors and grad students. I love this time of year. I know it won't be long that my "commute from hell" from Chelsea to Belmont and back again will be a bit easier as the schools close for the summer.

Another reason I love this time of year is the fashion design departments have been hard at work putting together fashion shows.

I am pleased that I will be attending Lasell's undergraduate show tomorrow night and the senior show Saturday night. Details.

Next up is attending the graduation at the School of Fashion Design on May 7. I am pleased that graduating designer, Candice Wu, a finalist in the BSO's Project Beethoven has personally invited me and my partner in crime for all things fashion, Kathy Benharris. Thank you Candice! It means a lot to be asked! Details.

Another big honor for Kathy and me is we have been asked to serve on the judge's panel for the fashion event held by Mt. Ida at the BCA on May 8. Yes. Kathy is going on mom's sacred day to help judge but we both couldn't be more thrilled. Details.

So if you want to see some of the talented folks coming out of the fashion design programs that will be helping you look beautiful in the near future, check out some of these shows!

They promise to be exciting, spectacular, and lots of great energy.

Tuesday, April 26, 2011

Asian Models on the Rise in 2011?




Asian Models on the Rise in 2011?

Image Dynasty Model - Boston

Pina by Wim Wenders



An amazing study of a brilliant, experimental choreographer that has left us all too soon. This is a fitting tribute to a true artistic genius who brought a special energy and perspective to dance.

If you feel dance is inaccessible or not relevant, this is for you.

Monday, April 18, 2011

Art For Japan

Boston artist Sophie Truong has organized a benefit gallery showing to help the victims of the multiple tragedies that took place in Japan this past month with the full consequences still not known as this story continues to unfold.

Jo Ann Rotschild has generously donated her gallery space, Gallery 535, adjacent to her studio at 535 Albany street, in the South End. The event is scheduled for Friday, May 6, 2011 from 6-9 PM. This coincides with the area's first Fridays event so it is hoped that there will be a good turnout.

There is parking on Albany street in the evening, and parking at 580 Harrison, 2 blocks away, which will also be open for First Friday.

Currently 50 artists have donated their works for the event. Please come out and join us for a special evening of charity, community and wonderful art.

I am planning a special portrait for the exhibition and I am very excited about not only providing the piece, but the session promises to be fun and great energy. The photo session is scheduled for this Saturday!

You can see some of the work already donated on the FB page for the event.

There are so many in need in so many places in the world. Take this as a reminder to give to your charity of choice.

It will make your day!