However battered (and shrinking) it may be, the WQW art community still has enough oomph to mobilize a friendly, feel-good art conflagration or two. Two of them take place tomorrow, the first being the literally-named Music in Galleries event , which is what it sounds like: For the fourth year in a row, Scott Thomson, the trombone virtuoso and director of Somewhere There (“an all-year contemporary art thing,” as its site says, in a little jab to the terribly official — and equally brief — Nuit Blanche ) leads a procession of musicians from Trinity Bellwoods Park west along Queen, where clusters will set up shop in various galleries, jamming out their best (Music in Galleries isn't the product of another group, the A ssociation of Improvising Musicians, for nothing; the sounds promises to be loose, loose, loose). It all ends up at the Gladstone's Melody Bar for a final set that promises to be a stunner, by Malian musicians Abdoulaye Kone and Jah Youssouf at 4:40 sharp
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Speaking of community … Music in Galleries and Square Foot, this weekend
On a recent wander past Loop Gallery on Queen West , I noticed that its upcoming show, of York MFA/PhD graduates , will be its last — on Queen Street, at least. I suppose no-one should be surprised. Galleries have been decamping from the Drake-ified stretch of Queen for at least a couple of years now, shoved out by sky-high rents and rapidly-changing neighbourhood use, spurred on by, of course, the initial presence of the galleries themselves
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Out of the Loop: Art’s march out of the (ahem) ‘Art + Design’ district continues
Top Ten Traveling Locations in Southern Africa Cruising on a boat at sunset while sipping champagne or driving down a winding road while majestic mountains protect the massive waves caressing the cliffs are all things witnessed and experienced when you arrive in the Southern most point of South Africa. The best places you won’t want to miss are Cape Town, Stellenbosch and Hermanus. by Annette Hendley Cruising on a boat at sunset while sipping champagne or driving down a winding road while majestic mountains protect the massive waves caressing the cliffs are all things witnessed and experienced when you arrive in the Southern most point of South Africa
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Top Ten Traveling Locations in Southern Africa
Want to get in on all the fall handbag trends but don’t want to spend a lot of money? Last month I showed you a few mid-range fall handbags , now let’s take a look at even more budget friendly options. There are quite a few to choose from and the best part about them? They’re all under $100 ! At these prices you can get yourself two! (Images: Urban Outfitters) Deux Lux Studded Satchel ($68) – This intricately over-sized satchel is available in one of fall’s “it” shades, grey as well as brown (shown), plum and a gorgeous seafoam green
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For years, women everywhere have been trying, and succeeding, to break through the glass ceiling at work, and while this revolution has been occurring, men are breaking through a glass ceiling of their own. It’s becoming increasingly accepted for men to take as much care over their appearance as women do, from hair transplant surgery to bronzer, cracks are appearing in the male glass ceiling.
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Men Crack the Glass Ceiling With Hair Transplants and Waxing
Prada has produced two unique must-have sunglasses designs this summer: the Prada Butterfly Sunglasses and the Wavy Temple Sunglasses. Both of these designs take the vintage oversized Jackie-O inspired acetate frame and infuse it with a creative little twist to create a stunning and recognizable shape that is sure to become iconic. I absolutely love both of these styles and applaud the creativity to create a sunglasses design that is so classic, yet subtely unique. Image: Saks Fifth Avenue Prada Wavy Temple Sunglasses $245 From the front these sunglasses have a classic vintage look with thick acetate frames and oversized round lenses. The side of the frame reveals a unique wavy temple detail with a silver stripe. My favorite pair has a thin purple rim inside the black frames and violet gradient lenses.
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Prada Wavy Temple Sunglasses
China – The Middle Kingdom China the most populous country of the world, is officially known as the People’s Republic of China (with the exception of the other state known as the Republic of China which currently governs the island of Taiwan). In economic or business contexts, “the Greater China region” informally means Mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan. The region has been home to a long-standing civilization comprising successive states and cultures dating back more than 6,000 years
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China – The Middle Kingdom
If you haven’t heard of Yara’s Bliss yet, you’re in for a treat. This relatively new company celebrates simple luxuries and understands the value of handmade soaps scented with green apple, vanilla and lemon sugar, bath bombs and fizzies concocted from a delicious blends of botanicals and essential oils, and whip-smart packaging – I’m talking exfoliating bath mitts and “soap savers,” which are mini mesh pouches you slip a bar of soap into before using to eradicate any and all signs of dead skin cells. Sisal Soap Saver — $3 Sweet Pea Handmade Soap — $6.50 With so many interesting choices, (did I mention they make aromatherapy neck warmers that are designed to sooth sore muscles?) it’s difficult to choose a product that stands out as Yara Bliss’ magnum opus
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Yara’s Bliss
– – Muskrat Falls is an impressive natural 50 foot waterfall on the lower Churchill River. The hydro power potential of Muskrat Falls was recognized more than a hundred years ago when investors proposed constructing a dam and paper mill there. It wasn’t built, but the hydro potential of the site remains under review today in a controversial plan for electric power development. – . Muskrat Falls Oil on canvas, 5″ x 7″, signed and dated This painting is available for sale. Inquiries email mavis.penney@gmail.com www.mavispenneystudios.com Visit “Off the Highway” our “100 Days 100 Paintings” blog to see more landscapes from Labrador, Canada and Nebraska, U.S.
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Muskrat Falls
Lauren Conrad , former star of MTV ’s The Hills , designer and spokesperson for Avon’s Mark Cosmetics , has lauched the m.powerment by mark campaign. Did you know an extremely high percentage of women ages 16 – 24 experience partner violence? The m.powerment program was launched to help stop the cycle of dating abuse and partner violence. It is dedicated to empower young women everywhere by selecting and funding five organizations that are making a strong statement to end abuse in dating relationships. Have A Heart m.powerment Necklace (Image: Meet Mark) Want to show your support for this worthwhile cause
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Fabulous New York designer Lauren Moffatt has collaborated with The Skin Cancer Foundation to design a stylish and functional hat that will also protect your skin from the sun’s harmful rays. Lauren Moffatt launched her first collection of vintage-chic pieces in 2000 and has been receiving recognition throughout the fashion world for her beautiful and wearable designs. I love her colorful and comfortable cotton dresses with flattering shapes and unique patterns. It’s great to see well-known designers work with organizations like The Skin Cancer Foundation to raise awareness of the importance of protecting your skin during the summer to avoid putting yourself at risk…and how to look great while you are doing it! Image: Lauren Moffatt The Lauren Moffatt New York City Sunshine Hat is a wide-brimmed hat made of a thick bendable canvas that can be shaped around the face to adjust protection according to the sun’s location. It has a large five-inch brim that provides adequate sun protection for the face and neck. It has a cute cowgirl-inspired look! The New York Sunshine Hat is available online at Shop Lauren Moffatt . You should definitely visit the site to check out her gorgeous cotton sun dresses that will pair perfectly with your sun hat! Here is one of my favorite maxi dresses for summer: Image: Lauren Moffatt Lauren Moffatt Bottom of the Sea Long Dress $160 Post from: Splendicity . Check out our new community features ! Lauren Moffatt & The Skin Cancer Foundation
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Hot summer nights and un-air conditioned galleries can make for sweaty openings, and I expect nothing less tonight at Katherine Mulherin's August exhibition of Shauna Born's portraits. Soft-focus and ethereally oblique, Born's portraits use delicate colours and imprecise brush strokes, that give the paintings, which are less than 12″ tall, typically, a mysterious, not-quite-there quality (intentionally, I'm sure; the titles are equally indirect, like This Charming Man, for a bearded hipster in a cowboy shirt, or Steel Town, for a simmering young woman, glaring out in quiet contempt). There's a roughness to these pictures that makes them seem kind of urban folksy, and I can't quite tell if it's intentional, or the product of still-developing skill.
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Tonight: Shauna Born at Katherine Mulherin
Michael Klein breaks the summer-show trap of dusting off whatever's in storage, just to keep the walls covered, with the curious curatorial conceit of going back to his roots for School of Art, which opened on Saturday. Klein, who went to art school in Winnipeg, convenes here a selection of works from his various teachers, some of whom continue to teach at his alma mater, the University of Manitoba's School of Art.
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Going home again: School of Art @ MKG127
Truth is, I don’t actually want to be Angelina Jolie…except that she gets to have lots of sex with Brad Pitt, and that can’t be that bad. Image credit: Zuma Press While I’m not sure I am a fan–how can you be when you love Jennifer Aniston???–she is a beautiful woman, and her hair is no exception. Recently, during this weekend’s premiere of I nglorious Bastards , celebrity hairdresser David Babaii styled Angelina Jolie in a naturally tousled look – this trend is huge right now, as everyone wants to be “messy”, but really, well, not.
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It appears I need to change my gmail signature from “Visit my digital book nook, obsessed over & updated regularly: www.novelwhore.wordpress.com” to read more along the lines of: “Visit my digital book nook, obsessed over regularly, but rarely updated, though every time I write I really enjoy it, so keep on visiting until it gets more exciting.” And, like the headline suggests, I am going to re-post my article from www.beneaththecover.com right now, since not only does it take minimal effort since it’s already written, but I’m able to justify to myself that my blog is now updated! So, for all you readers that I really do appreciate, here’s my latest column: HANDLE WITH CARE What are books, exactly—treasured artifacts to be displayed behind glass, or objects to be enjoyed and devoured, like a good meal?
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The title and theme for the 53rd La Biennale di Venezia is Fare Mondi : Making Worlds . Since its inception in 1895, the Biennale has always had an international focus presenting a forum where artists and curators can celebrate their shared and divergent voices and nations can promote their cultural strength. Much like the World Fairs that served as somewhat of an inspiration and model for the original Biennale, the Giardini became focused around 30 national pavilions.
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Making Worlds: Transnationalism, Nation States, and Representation at the 53rd La Biennale di Venezia
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How to Make Money Selling Handmade Jewelry Handmade Bracelets Handmade Earrings
Today’s modern teenager in comparison to my time as a teen has changed greatly. Girls today regardless of expense somehow manage to keep themselves in prime condition, their hair styled with an up-to-date trendy hair style and wear clothes of latest design. I often think back to the fibs I was told about my navy blue school knickers and white vest being all the rage which I wore till I was 16…and as for stylish trendy hairstyles, ‘what were they,’ we never knew the meaning of the word trendy in our household
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Stylish Teen Hairstyles – Top Experts Opinions on Best Trendy Long Hair & Short Hairstyles
For those (like me) who missed the Toronto Outdoor Art Exhibition this year (not on purpose; I love the event, but it always falls in mid-July, exactly when I want to be as far from the city as possible), the Propeller Centre has kindly put together the After-Show, a culling of the gallery's favourite outdoorsers, brought inside (though, given Propeller's lack of air conditioning, it maintains a brutal mugginess, for that authentic, Toronto-summer feel). Anyway, not to digress
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TOAE post-partum, intolerable humidity and all, at Propeller
Boots aren’t always known for being the most feminine of footwear. Jeweled sandals, strappy pumps and sexy peep-toes seem to get all the fun… But designers are out to prove that wrong, with details like flowers and ruffles showing up in Fall 2009 boots . I’ve pulled together a few of my favorite picks, but there are lots more out there! With everything from little hearts showing up on shoe laces to intricately pleated cuffs, there are lots of options for feminine fashionistas. The green suede “ French Maid ” bootie (you could also argue that it’s a mule as well…) by Nanette Lepore features a ruffle down the outside of the shoe. It also comes in charcoal suede as well
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Feminine Boots for Fall 2009