Creativ aug sep 2016 issue # 16 by CREATIV MODERN BOHEMIAN MAGAZINE

Richard Petit presents renaissance "a rebirth of fashion"

steps to making the most out of your vacation

HOW LONG SHOULD YOU WAIT FOR YOUR MATE TO GET IT STRAIGHT? discovered talents:

Keli Lucas Jayquan Booker Tomas Calandroni fashion trends in the bohemian world

SUPERCON

MIAMI for the young at heart and those who plainly refuse to grow up.

Sculpt Your Passion. Let Fashion Reign. Art by Konradbak

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The EMERGING TALENTS issue

ast issues have proven that the growth of this magazine cannot be stopped. Time and time again we find talent that need a voice and with our platform we're able to tell the world about their passion and love for the Arts. In this particular issue we explore the wonderful world of fashion through Richard Petit’s eyes. An emerging designer who left Miami to live in New York to pursue his dreams. He recently participated in the World Fashion For Peace show on September 25th and gave us a preview of the collection he showcased on the runway. After the show there were nothing but kudos coming his way and we couldn’t be prouder as we saw Richard grow into the person he is today. On another note, we have the pleasure and privilege of brining you talent from around the world such as Tomas Calandroni an artist from Argentina, Keli Lucas a painter from New York and Jayquan Booker an Actor and Model from New York. These talents are absolutely in love with what they do and couldn’t wait to share their thoughts with you, our fabulous readers. Last but not least, Geeks and Geekettes rejoice!! Supercon was in Miami this past July and the characters that we’ve encountered were absolutely flawless. Some of them resembling their favorite cartoon or anime to a tee. Our photographer Sean Simpson went all out and what he discovered will definitely have you relive your childhood. It is our pleasure to give you this month a Fashion and Art issue featuring the best and the brightest of the emerging industry. My excitement could not be contained and you will surely know why by flipping through the following pages. I would like to thank our loyal writers who continue to donate their talent to this magazine. We are forever grateful as you continue to contribute to its growth. Ladies and gentlemen I give you our 16th issue of CREATIVMAG

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CONTRIBUTORS

Showeshi Boston Showeshi Strickland-Boston, ACC, is a certified and accredited Travel Consultant with 13 years of experience in the travel industry, beginning with close to 10 years with Royal Caribbean Cruises, Ltd., before opening her own full-service travel agency as a Cruise Planners and American Express Travel Representative. Her industry experience has included managing and overseeing divisions focusing on sales, marketing and training which included training and development of Sales Managers for Royal Caribbean and fellow Travel Agents. Traveling has been a life-long passion, fueled by on-going education within the field that allows Ms. Strickland-Boston to provide personalized, informed, consultative and expert travel planning to her clients. For more information about her agency, visit the agency's website at www.CruiseElite.com.

Emonde Prosper

The Conduit for the Poet Entrepreneur, Emonde M. Prosper is an author, spoken word poet, and creative entrepreneur advocate. Founder of RegalPoete, an arts and education programming company, Emonde devotes her time to developing artists into small business owners. With her first book, “Exposure is Not Enough: Pay Me for My Art” she continues to be a passionate vocal advocate for the social reform of the prosperous and sustainable artist in all art forms. www.RegalPoete.com

Toni Douglas Meet Ms. Antonia Douglas, known by most as, "Toni”. For almost a decade, Toni served her community as a high school English and Writing teacher in the Miami-Dade County before she became an Instructional Reading Coach for Miami-Dade County Public Schools. Currently, Toni is in pursuit of obtaining her Doctorate degree in the field of Education while also pursuing her goals of publishing her first book: What NOT to Do While Dating Your Non-Existent Boyfriend. In her spare time, Toni enjoys playing the piano, shopping, traveling and serving on the Board for The Millionheiress Club as their Blogger & Columnist. One day, Toni hopes to become an esteemed author, college professor and public speaker-- her favorite line, “I want to be the next Cornel West!”

Georcia Bryce Ms. Bryce, an eloquent and influential speaker, teacher, motivator, mentor, and life coach, finds energy and passion in inspiring individuals to reconcile their lives with the Master Architect. She helps people, through conformance to His specifications, come into the expected end that was pre-designed for them. Her messages are geared towards empowering individuals, through the process of self-discovery and the pursuit of their tailored purpose. Emphasis is on accurate relationship development; beginning with the individual (self) and then interdependently. Visit her at www.buildingaccordingtopattern.com

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Richard Petit

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Renaissance THE REBIRTH OF PAPILLON DEZIGNS

Sequence Taffita Ball gown dress Photographer: Sulaah Bien-Aime Designer: Richard petit of papillon dezigns

Model: Yordanos Teshager Agency: SMART Models

Hair: Louie Takahashi Makeup: Danica Britton Production Coordinator: Atlas Aranais for WESTHAVEN Management

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A line gown with lace gray tafitta top Photographer: Sulaah Bien-Aime Designer: Richard petit of papillon dezigns

Model: Yordanos Teshager Agency: SMART Models

Hair: Louie Takahashi Makeup: Danica Britton Production Coordinator: Atlas Aranais for WESTHAVEN Management Shot at Prospect Park: The Boat House -

Palazzo Jumpsuit with white tafitta belt Photographer: Sulaah Bien-Aime Designer: Richard petit of papillon dezigns

Model: Yordanos Teshager Agency: SMART Models

Hair: Louie Takahashi Makeup: Danica Britton Production Coordinator: Atlas Aranais for WESTHAVEN Management Shot at Prospect Park: The Boat House -

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Wide legged jumper with stretch white and black bridal satin with leafed polyester top Photographer: Sulaah Bien-Aime Designer: Richard petit of papillon dezigns Model: Yordanos Teshager Agency: SMART Models

Hair: Louie Takahashi Makeup: Danica Britton Production Coordinator: Atlas Aranais for

WESTHAVEN Management Shot at Prospect Park: The Boat House - Brooklyn, New York

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Lace gown with diamond trimming with stretch charmousse bottom mermaid gown Photographer: Sulaah Bien-Aime Designer: Richard petit of papillon dezigns Model: Yordanos Teshager Agency: SMART Models

Hair: Louie Takahashi Makeup: Danica Britton Production Coordinator: Atlas Aranais for WESTHAVEN Management

Shot at Prospect Park: The Boat House - Brooklyn, New York

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Sheer sequence jumpsuit with neoprene Polyester Jacket Photographer: Sulaah Bien-Aime Designer: Richard petit of papillon dezigns

Model: Yordanos Teshager Agency: SMART Models

Hair: Louie Takahashi Makeup: Danica Britton Production Coordinator: Atlas

Aranais for WESTHAVEN Management

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All black tafitta ball gown with lace trimming Photographer: Sulaah Bien-Aime Designer: Richard petit of papillon dezigns

Model: Yordanos Teshager Agency: SMART Models

Hair: Louie Takahashi Makeup: Danica Britton Production Coordinator: Atlas Aranais for WESTHAVEN Management Shot at Prospect Park: The Boat House -

Mermaid sequence mesh gown with a split in the front and diamond trimming Photographer: Sulaah Bien-Aime Designer: Richard petit of papillon dezigns

Model: Yordanos Teshager Agency: SMART Models

Hair: Louie Takahashi Makeup: Danica Britton Production Coordinator: Atlas Aranais for

WESTHAVEN Management

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R Photographer: Sulaah Bien-Aime Designer: Richard petit of papillon dezigns

Don't let the world dictate you. Create your own destiny.

Richard Petit, an emerging designer in New York has once been overseen in Miami. The past couple of weeks were definitely a delight getting to see an amazing designer that I have been following and supporting for the past 5 years evolve into this butterfly. This spread was Richard Petit's rebirth. Richard also has been invited to participate in the 2016 Fashion For Peace show. This was Richard's first show since he has left Florida. He now resides in New York City. In this showcase there has been a shift in his designs. What we knew back then are definitely not what we see now. Richard has tremendously grown in this industry and he explains why: "Before the shift I needed a

break I needed to find out who am I this time around. As a designer you need a break to reinvent yourself, it's always good to take the time and get to know yourself at different stages of your life. Everything was so different. I even made the decision to become healthy.my obesity was a big problem for me it made me feel insecure, the outside was covering the inside. The only time that I could express myself was through my fashion so when I actually lost the weight, I took care of myself first. I actually went to the doctor, men are mostly affected by illness than woman. If it's something that you can't change just learn to love it. it might be that thing that makes you special. You can't let your insecurities get the best of you I was still making garments for clients however I became inspired by NY, the lights, the arts in SOHO taking in NY, The Fashion Capital, I was also inspired by the beautiful fabric that cannot be found in Miami. I'm very proud of this collection it was very interesting to see how I can design ready to wear as much as extravagant gowns."

Richard Petit never knew he would eat, live, and

breathe fashion but indeed such is the story of his life. Born in Cap- Haitian, second largest city of Haiti, He only saw the sunrise of his childhood for he moved to the Land of Opportunity at only the tender age of 2. Art was indeed ingrained in him at the early stages of his life, he was amused by drawing landscapes, live portraits and Human forms, however Elementary school was where it all began. At the age of eleven, though very young, he discovered his love for fashion.

“I remember being in the 3rd grade drawing my first ever Sailor Moon character, which I used to watch every morning before heading to school”. Being in love with the arts, middle school permitted him to exteriorize his hunger for fashion. Having an eye for color, Richard dabbled into the arts and undertook selfpublishing where he created magazines and booklets for each project season. As his work excelled, he knew immediately that art is where he wanted to make his dwelling. His humble beginnings as a fashion designer began, at the age of 15, in senior High school under the guidance of his sewing teacher, Richard began to develop the skills of fabrication when he created his first garment. However, a tragic moment in his life marked the beginning of the rest of his career. It was around this time that Richard experienced the loss of his

father. “It was then I realized, you only get one life to live. There are no do-overs” subsequently he adopted the motto “Do you,” meaning “Do what makes you happy.” “We each have to march to the beat of our own drum” He enrolled and gained a formal education at Keiser University’s Fashion Design and Merchandising program which gave birth to the brand Papillon (written without the “I” purposely) “The name Papillon symbolizes what I was going through in life. A Papillon meaning butterfly, goes through so many stages of transformation before being able to fly freely, So I see myself the same way I’m going through life with up and downs, where some opportunities have been more generous than others but at the end I know I’ll get to where I want to be.” Richard’s line has been featured in several magazines such as D’arche’ from Asia and Tribal Moxie from Africa. These clothes were recently showcased at Keiser’s Fashion Review Board where he graduated with honors. Another great achievement amongst his participation in several fashion shows was the graduating collection at Keiser University in 2009, Fashion show for Haiti at the Renaissance Hotel. Richad’s designer influences come from two moguls of the fashion industry: Versace and Eli Saab. His ultimate goal in life is to see his clothing worn not only by celebrities but also regular people, however his heart is in the right place for he would like to open a school in Haiti for those who dream big like he does nurturing the dream of becoming a designer and to be able to push them to their outer limits of achievements” I do believe that if it wasn't for someone else giving me a chance I wouldn't be here today doing what I love.”

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Drawing

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CUANDO ARTE ES VIDA

El arte de

TOMAS CALANDRONI del lindo pais Argentina

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sensible y en su cabeza hay algo que decir, tarde o temprano dará con un producto capaz de calmar a medias su ansiedad de creador. Con esto quiero decir, uno no debería elegir la manera de dibujar, esto debería ser una consecuencia. Como Llamaria su estilo de dibujar?

No lo llamaría. Solo tiene un estilo de dibujar o usted dibuja en diferente estilos?

El estilo o el material utilizado dependen de la necesidad y del estado de ánimo del momento de la realización. Recientemente he trabajado como colaborador para la revista “Bananas y algo más” y por una cuestión de tiempos, he optado por realizar dibujos más sueltos, con materiales más blandos, de más ágil producción. En ellos he suplantado la pluma por el pincel y han aparecido los crayones y los lápices. Todo esto está vinculado con la cabeza, con el momento que se atraviesa, hay momentos en los que se es muy respetuoso del tiempo, y otros, en los que uno no se permite esperar. Realmente no parecerían dibujos hechos por una misma persona; son etapas, que en su fusión encontraran o no el camino a seguir.

e love embracing people of all cultures and origin. We stumbled upon Tomas Calandroni from Argentina who loves art beyond living. And now we have the privilege of bringing you a special interview done with him in his native tongue to see the interview in english please visit our blog www.creativmag.com De donde es usted? Ha usted visitado Los Estados Unidos?

Vivo en Mar del Plata, Argentina, desde hace aproximadamente 10 años. No he visitado los Estados Unidos.

En su recien colleccion, usted a evitado de usar colores, nos puede decir por que?

Como decía, me considero una persona bastante respetuosa de mis tiempos, la obra que figura en mi página web es la obra correspondiente a mis primeros años de estudio de taller. Fue una época de reducir las variables al mínimo para centrarme en el estudio de la figura humana. La pluma y la tinta china me parecieron el mejor de los medios por su simpleza y rápida acción. Sin duda, hubo una especie de comunión el día que introduje por primera vez la pluma en la tinta, no podría explicarlo. Por su lado, las figuras, las líneas y los planos negros lograban un equilibrio independiente al color, que podía estar o no, no era importante.

"la inspiración no se puede trasmitir, es un estado personal que llega cuando tiene que llegar"

Cuanto tiempo ha usted estado dibujando? Como fue su comienzo?

Dibujo desde que tengo memoria, hace alrededor de 10 años, con mi ingreso en la facultad de arquitectura, mis dibujos fueron adoptando las técnicas propias de los dibujos arquitectónicos, la incorporación de la perspectiva a través de dibujos urbanos y de materiales como la tinta china, las puntas estilográficas, las acuarelas y los lápices de colores, constituyeron los medios para mi primer aproximación seria al dibujo. Hace poco menos de tres años comencé un taller de modelo vivo en busca del estudio y el análisis de la figura humana. Encontré en ella una especie de verdad de la cual aún no me he podido separar. En efecto, la figura se volvió el tema central de mis dibujos. Dibujar en esta manera or forma particular?

Con el paso del tiempo, uno va tomando decisiones y adquiriendo cosas que instintivamente elige o recoge de su entorno, de sus referentes, sus amigos, su trabajo, etc., puliéndolas y haciéndolas cada vez más acordes a su personalidad, descartando aquellas cosas que lo exceden y trabajando duro en aquellas que realmente le interesan. Si uno es lo suficientemente

Usted tiene un ritual antes de dibujar?

No, solo dibujo.

Usted ha participado en exposiciones? Si es cierto , donde?

Si he participado en exposiciones en mi ciudad de residencia actual, Mar del Plata, y en mi ciudad de origen, Balcarce. Usted tiene planes de participar en exposiciones en los Estados Unidos? Si es cierto, donde?

No tengo planes de exponer en Estados Unidos, sería interesante. Si usted no dibujaria, que estuviera haciendo con su vida?

No sé, tal vez estaría haciendo algún estúpido trabajo por el dinero, como la mayoría de las personas. Usted tiene palabras de inspiracion para aquellos que desean seguir en sus pasos?

No, la inspiración no se puede trasmitir, es un estado personal que llega cuando tiene que llegar, como decía Picasso, es mejor que cuando llegue te encuentre trabajando.

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Acting and Modeling

Just remember that we are all #ALREADY FAMOUS Getting to know

JAYQUAN BOOKER Aquiring internet fame through hard work and dedication

imes are certainly changing. This is no longer the era of getting famous by simply going to an audition and landing your big break. The world of social media is now shaping new stars. Getting famous these days really means how many followers actively listen and act based on your influence. Your online popularity is now playing a major role into getting discovered by the big leaguers in Hollywood. Jayquan Booker is certainly not far from this fact. With the motto #AlreadyFamous he has already set his mind to reach for the stars utilizing the social media world. With hard work and dedication and adding technology magic to the list. Millennials today face new challenges in the entertainment industry. The following is an interview with Jayquan on how he is maneuvering in this virtual reality.

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Help us understand who Jayquan is, Where are you from?

I am a 24 year old New York Native From Saint Albans Queens Ny. Half Trini & Half Black.

because being that he's a big deal in this day in age, I didn't expect him to be so relaxed. Thought he would be cocky. But he's a cool dude and we're friends till this day. Who is your biggest inspiration?

Just by looking at your Instagram alone seems like the hashtag #alreadyfamous comes up a lot, what’s the premise behind it?

#AlreadyFamous is my Brand. I use it for everything, no matter what I post. #AlreadyFamous means that you are known for something no matter what it is that you do. Whether you're rich or poor or you work at a grocery store, construction worker, school teacher etc, you are still #AlreadyFamous. We are all #AlreadyFamous!

My biggest inspiration is Chris Brown. He's very unique. Stands out from the crowd. He's the reason why I go hard to be very creative with everything I do and stand out the most. I love to post something and surprise everyone with a huge "BOOM". I like to get that "WOW" factor. You’ve gained tremendous success on social media, how did you become internet famous?

Internet fame came after I did a film with "Complex Magazine" that gained over 1 Million views. Seems like you have a natural talent for It was a beer drinking game with College modeling and acting is there any other Seniors vs Senior citizens in beer games. the talent that you haven’t explored yet? more it built up the more Campaigns I Modeling & Acting are the first of many started to do. Nike, Sports Illustrated, Yeezy talents. Basketball was always my greatest Fashion Show, MTV, A+E, Reebok and a talent. I still have not discovered any new much more. talents. But I'm still young, so I'm sure something will come soon. I'm always down How are you using your social to learn new things. media influence for the greater You’ve had the chance to work with REEBOCK, however we feel there is more to it than just an endorsement deal, can you elaborate more?

good?

I use social media to help promote my brand #AlreadyFamous. I also use it to help promote everyone else's brand that Reebok came to me from a friend that is big deserves as well. in the industry. He brought me to the Reebok Dinner table along with many other If you had to collaborate with one celebrity who would it be? talents & celebrities. Once you were at that If I had to collaborate with a celebrity, it table, it meant that they would sponsor you would with "Chris Brown". I feel that we can and provide you with any gear whenever create something that would have the crowd you wanted. So I took action and started to go wild. We're both unique and can come up focus on getting in contract with them. with an idea that nobody would have ever Which meant I started to do my own films thought of. & photo shoots with the gear they send me. Even used it for my charity event with the What is the one thing that your "Harlem Magic Masters" in my fans don’t know about you? neighborhood. So to answer your question, My fans don't know that the rapper Tupac is Reebok is my biggest endorsement and I'm my cousin. Tupac's mother and my sponsored by them and working on getting grandmother. We're cousins. It's just not a contract with them. something I brag about. What was it like to work with Odell Beckham? (Taken from one of the commercials you worked on)

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Painting

It is said that talented people never stop at one form of expression, you have been a fashion stylist, poet, music and indie film producer. What is it about painting art that excites you?

I’m in love with any form of expression. Expression and creativity to me is everything, we need it to thrive, and watching, listening or staring at a finished piece afterwards is so fascinating. Painting is definitely a favorite though. If there is ever a moment where I find myself inspired but don’t have my materials with me, I’ll pick up anything I can draw with and create something on whatever is around me. I feel like it makes observing life so much more fun. It keeps me in the ultimate present moment analyzing the details around me and becoming fascinated by their essence. Do you remember the first time you started painting? What inspired you to do so?

I feel like I’ve been painting (or “coloring” as I would say as a child) since forever. As a child my parents made sure I had markers and pencils to express myself with. They were always really supportive of the arts. I’m so fortunate of that, its definitely really important for parents to practice and teach their kids expression through creativity. I always felt super motivated to make “pictures” for family and friends so I feel like that definitely helped me feel confident about everything I create. What would you call your style of painting? Is there a certain technique or do you go with the flow?

Photography by Katie Thompson

eet Keli Lucas also known as Raquel Cohen, a talented painter from New York City, whose versitality expands her creativity into the fields of fashion, poetry, music and film. Keli completed her Bachelor in Fine Arts from SVA (School of Visual Arts), majoring in Fine/Studio Arts, where she honed her skills and knowledge of painting and figure drawing. Keli is definitely not a stranger to Hollywood either. She recently was commissioned an oil painting of the character, Mugatu from Zoolander, the movie series. The one of a kind piece was specifically made for a Will Ferrell themed bar in the Lower East Side of Manhattan called “Stay Classy, New York”. The Mugatu painting gained a lot of attention on social media along with legitimate press like BuzzFeed, Maxim and other news publications that were making the painting the focal point and the face of the growingly popular business. [sources: letagatemagazine.com] We've had the privilege to get to know Keli on this exclusive interview without further ado we welcome you into reading more about the wonderful talet that is Keli Lucas. Courtesy of Lynn Hutchins Artist Management and Consulting

Um, I’m not sure to be pretty honest! I find it hard to stick to one style al though I envy the people who could find their signature differentiated look. I feel like I am forever changing and finding new versions and variations of myself and my hand. Originally I stuck to mostly painting with oils ad realism while still dabbling and experimenting with different materials and styles like liquid glass, plaster, wood... etc. I feel at this time in my life, in my recent series, while using acrylics more, I might have stumbled upon a style I can say is honing itself. Its sort of this go-to inspiration of realistic portraiture depicted with free hand, painterly brush strokes and splashes. I may have found my styles but if and when I officially admit to it, knowing myself, I may start trying something new and changing it again. Haha observation and creation upon so is just so fun to evolve and switch up. Would you paint anything else besides portraits?

I definitely would. I would never want to constrict myself to just one focus although I find myself mostly fascinated by the human expression and soul behind the face and eyes. If you gave me materials and said to make whatever you want right now, it would probably be someone around me. I don’t know why it just happens on its own. At this time do you still dabble in the other industries? Or is painting your complete focus?

I definitely will always be dabbling in different industries. It’s fun for me to have different avenues to play and get creative with for work. I love the difference in industries and what each one brings out of me and the people I’m collaborating with.

My ultimate creative outlet though I feel is definitely painting and making music. I wouldn’t be able to live without the two. For me, they go hand in hand. I can’t paint without blasting music and singing simultaneously, it’s the deepest zone I could get myself in. The way the music that’s playing effects the mindset that speaks through the piece that’s being created is really exciting to me as well. Do you have anyone that inspires you the most? If so who and why?

There are definitely many people that inspire me. Friends and loved ones of mine that embody depth and wisdom that give me positive input and challenge the way I look at things in life. It surprises me lot too sometimes. I could meet someone and unknowingly be really compelled to dive into their brain and then paint their portrait to see if I could depict the beauty I see in their character. Have you ever collaborated with any celebrities? If so who?

Haha I’ve been doing this thing with Wire Sculptor Artist, Skye Ferrante who is a great friend of mine. We’d both make a portrait of each other or the same model while people watched. It’s really fun to see the explosion of creative energy that hovers over everyone in the room while it happens. The portrait I made of him at a Hudson Terrace Penthouse art show has actually been one of my most talked about, it’s really cool. Besides New York . have you ever been elsewhere to expose your work?

I’ve always created while traveling whether it was drawing or creating music videos but I still have yet to show my work in an exposition. I’m definitely planning on it soon though when I return to Miami and Los Angeles but we shall see when that is. “Keli's goal is to inspire other female artists who may not feel that they have the support of their community to explore the arts.” What actions have you taken to inspire other female artists?

Any final words of wisdom ? Hmm.. If I could say one main piece of wisdom it would probably be to follow your dreams. Don’t ever doubt yourself or your passions because you have them for a reason and using them to influence, help and inspire others is always important and beautiful. That’s what we are put here to do.. Expressing yourself in any way to contribute to society is always important.

Well, to start, I continue to address the subject when I’m interviewed… so people reading it that relate can maybe feel inspired by the (once scary) leap I took to make my dreams happen as an independant woman, and build the courage to do the same. So thank you for asking about it! I also have been collaborating with other female Artist friends of mine to throw events that bring other women together so show their work for charity and make a difference. As long as we show people that they do have a voice as indeviduals and their passion does matter and will be celebrated, then I know we’ve done good!

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DISCOVER THE REAL YOU TAKE THE LIMITS OF YOUR LIFE AND COME EXPERIENCE THE "AUTOBAHN EFFECT"

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I am GROOT!!

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ny excuse to wear a costume especially in the middle of July when itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not Halloween, is a good excuse to revisit your childhood. Supercon fans had no shame in their game, they represented their favorite character with gusto and even embodied them to the last detail. From Java The Hunt to Naruto, from Princess Leia to a functioning R2D2, there was something there for everyone. What youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve witnessed was a photography spread by Sean and Peter Simpson catching these fans in the act. Pure enjoyment!

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Travel In Style

From Good to Great

Making the Most of Your Vacation

ou’ve been planning for months. This will be your first real vacation in what seems like years. You are finally, actually going away somewhere. Every detail has been seen to. But, how do you make the most of your upcoming vacation?

Update Your Wardrobe Vacation is a great time to buy a few new wardrobe pieces to enjoy while you’re away. Nothing makes us feel more excited than having something new to wear to anywhere, let alone on a vacation. You can update your wardrobe by buying a few pieces off-season. End of summer sales are great times to purchase timeless summer pieces for the summer vacation you’ll take the following year. Stock up on items for your fall or winter vacation at the transition of the previous winter to spring. It takes a little planning, just like your vacation does, to get the best deals so you’ll look and feel good on your vacation.

Decorate Your Accommodations Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or you just want to do something different, decorating your hotel or cruise ship stateroom can help you get into a celebratory mood. Having room decorations, flowers, chocolates, wine, a fruit platter, or other items waiting upon your arrival will enhance your mood for vacation and add a touch of elegance to your stay.

Plan Special Meals You’ll be on vacation! There’s no better time and way to truly experience a destination than through culinary exploration. Search various websites like Yelp! and Foursquare to see where everyone is dining. Make it a goal to try something new when you get to your destination by taking your time to enjoy the local cuisine.

Cultural Immersion Whether or not you’re going to a destination for the first time, do all you can to immerse yourself into the culture. Prior to your vacation get book on the destination(s) you’ll be visiting and start learning more about the people, language, sights, and more. It will mentally prepare you for your trip and keep you excited about going. Plan to take tours of city sights that will introduce you to the culture and lifestyle of the region. Make it a goal to get as immersed in your destination as possible. You’ll enjoy your vacation even more.

Be Open Minded No matter what, keep an open mind. Think of ways you’d like to experience the area through food, the arts, museums, clubs, and other means. If you’ve been to the destination before think of new things to do and new ways to experience it. By keeping an open mind you’ll open yourself up to some of the most amazing vacation experiences ever – creating memories that will last a lifetime.

Bonus Tips:

First, using a certified Travel Agent will enable you to make the most of your vacation. They are adept at customizing vacations to make them special for each of their unique clients. Second, a great resource is ToursByLocals.com. They have private tours of all types – food, beverage, walking, cycling – to help you get to know your destination better and to make the most of your vacation. With a little forethought and planning your vacation can be one of the most memorable of your life.

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the road LESS TRAVELED MEET USAIN ST. LEO BOLT

sain Bolt suffers from Scoliosis, loves fast food and does not like training!!! Many of you are probably wondering who Usain Bolt is, i.e. if you are living under a rock, and why exactly is this news? Well let me bring you up to speed. 30-year old Usain St. Leo Bolt is undoubtedly one of track and field’s most outstanding sportsmen of all times; dubbed legendary and well-beloved by many. If you are an avid fan of the Olympics, you would have been aware of this ‘wonder of nature’ who bolted onto the scenes (no pun intended) in the 2008 Beijing games. In this year’s competition in Rio, Bolt cinched his coveted legendary spot in the history of the sports world by securing his ninth consecutive gold, while maintaining his grip on the World and Olympic records. This was a three-peat performance for the sprint star, after nabbing gold in the 100 meter, 200 meter and 4x100 meter relay over the course of the 2008, 2012 and 2016 Olympics. Never in the history of sports has this feat ever been pulled off by one man, who also happens to be a fellow “yaadie”! Yet, at 6 feet 5 inches, Bolt struggles with a debilitating spinal condition, admits to having an avid appetite for food kind that does not promote his athleticism and shockingly, takes no extraordinary pleasure in doing the leg work that landed him in very, very close proximity to such great sports icons as Muhammad Ali and Jesse Owens. It does beg the million dollar question, “How does he do it?” I am now for the first time throwing my full weight behind making my brand a household name. I am no longer in school and no longer am I tied to a full time job with a rigid schedule that would often extend beyond the regular 8-hour gig. I have time, lots and lots of time to conjure up my creative doppelganger and to give myself fully to all the things I had dreamt of doing regarding the successful establishment of my business, when time was nowhere in sight. What no one told me was that I would finally get into a space where I would have

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the opportunity to do what I absolutely love, but that it would demand more than just my gift and passion. That it would demand extreme self governance, discipline, grit, sheer focus, commitment, persistence, scheduling, planning, establishing and consistently adhering to a very structured routine that produces results, delayed gratification, time management, and a strong accountability ethos. In this new season of my life it really isn’t difficult for me to decipher how Usain Bolt has consistently managed to stay at the top of his industry, despite his idiosyncrasies and physical challenges. It’s pretty simple. Every day he makes the decision to do whatever it takes to keep himself in peak performance. Bolt’s workout routine is beyond ridiculous for the average human and though it produces the ideal stamina and form, it is incessantly intermingled with immense pain, owing to his spinal condition. He watches his appetite, permitting himself to binge on fast-food every few months, but sticking with a diet that is guaranteed to undergird the legacy he has committed to etch in the minds of the millions of celebrants he has managed to garner across the globe. Bolt may not be a fan of the measures he has to take to be the best at what he does, but he knows what has to be done and he simply does it. That’s what I am beginning to discover as I craft my own journey to the top. Anyone who intends on manifesting his or her leadership gift and successfully serving it to the world will come to quickly realize that, though passions may differ, the principles for arrival remain the same. Indeed, Bolt has taken the road less traveled by most and that has made all the difference. God-speed in your endeavors!

Written by GEORGIA BRYCE

Empowerment | Writer's

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Love and Relationships

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It’s very common for people to want to go after their passion or get comfortable in their God-given craft. Now for some, that never happens because sometimes, life takes a front seat and we just have to go for the ride. For others, we have more legroom to search for our niche and take life by the handles. But what happens when our partner takes us on their ride to “Careerville”? Do we wait for them to get it right? Do we support them in their process and lend a loving hand? Or do we give them a time-frame to get it together and make some real money? …Quickly!

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If you’ve never been in that predicament, it’s hard to say what you would and wouldn’t do. Until you’re under the fire, it’s difficult to make a judgement call. For a lot of other folks however, they can relate. They may be with someone who’s working odd-end jobs while chasing after a dream. That dream could be to go back to school, get a certification or receive special training, start a business or even audition for The Voice. What’s a dream to them, may look like a dead-end end street in your eyes and quite frankly, bills have to get paid and money has to get made.

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ften times, we strive to be the best mate we can be, especially when we deeply care for or love the person we’re with. In our relationships, we aim to see through the good and the bad while putting aside some things we never thought we’d agreed to…you know, those non-negotiables. On the contrary, we also love, we comfort, we soothe and we support. While striving to keep our head above water, we run into one problem, (some of us at least): The person we’re with is not exactly in a place, (career-wise) that we’re quite comfortable with. Damn. Now what do we do?

How Long Should You Wait for Your Mate to Get it Straight?

This predicament may be a lot more serious for married couples or couples with children. But what about the other people? You know, single people dating who want to be married one day and/ or have children? Should waiting for their mate to fall into the right career be a part of their agenda? Well, it all depends. First things first. Consider these things as you check off items on your “Should I Wait?” list: How talented is your mate in their desired field? Is your partner as talented as they think they are? A lot of times we hear people say, “You’re never too old to follow your dream.” and that is absolutely true. But what about your partner’s skill set? If your partner is ultimately trying to make money off of their talents, they must be realistic and you must be honest.

Example: If your partner’s dream was to always become a personal chef for celebrities, they must first know how to cook and actually enjoy doing it. Your partner must understand that just because a job sounds cool or exciting, that doesn’t mean the job doesn’t take hard work. If your partner loathes the thought of cooking for themselves most times, and even that is mediocre meatloaf, how in the world can they be a personal chef for someone else? Is your mate working diligently, day and night, to pursue their dream? So your 40 year-old boyfriend wants to be a rapper… (hey, these things happen and do come to pass), but how hard is he working at it? Is he constantly writing lyrics? Is he going to relevant events where he can network with the right people? Is he engaging in studio time and actually recording his music? Does he keep up with social media and promote himself to the world? If the answer to most of these questions are “no”, then that guy needs a real 9 to 5 and you might not have time to wait on him to be a super star while he flirts with an idea that actually requires blood, sweat and tears. Is your mate’s dream hindering you financially? Your partner’s dream job should not, by any means, be ruining your credit and leaving your bank account empty. Now, it is okay to help the people you love, but if it is draining you to the point that you have to struggle to make ends meet, there should be a oneon-one sit-down with your partner. We want the person we’re in love with to be successful, heck, be a millionaire! But if you feel like your mate keeps spending your money in places that won’t benefit them later in their career, you may have to reconsider some things.

All in all, it is ultimately up to an individual to decide if they’ll wait for their mate to become all who they said they’d be. The best thing to do, in any situation, is to let time be the determining factor. Now how much time you wait, is solely up to you. Just be sure to put your happiness, health, goals and reality first while making your decision.

TONI DOUGLAS

Toni is in pursuit of obtaining her Doctorate degree in the field of Education while also pursuing her goals of publishing her first book, "What NOT to Do While Dating Your Non-Existent Boyfriend."

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Artistic Entrepreneuship

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COLLABORATION A Winning Element of Art and Expression

Collaboration is a form of expression communities underestimate. On a recent trip, I experienced its effectiveness firsthand traveling to Chicago to attend the Young Chicago Author’s (YCA) week-long youth poetry conference. Similar to a writing camp, the teaching artists of the Jason Taylor Foundation’s Omari Hardwick Bluapple Poetry Network (JTF), chaperoned 40 aspiring young artists to instill the significance of honing their craft. Professionally, we discovered the Chicago teaching artists were involved multiple disciplines outside of poetry. In addition, the YCA staff -and invited guests leading the presentations- held prominent art-based positions that allowed participants to witness that collaboration is a substantial ingredient for success. Chicago’s artistic community demonstrated the strength other artistic communities would have through collaborative ventures. The Jason Taylor foundation was invited to attend the YCA event as part of JTF’s participation in the international brand, Louder than a Bomb (LTAB). The alliance between the JTF and YCA is an exemplary show of powerful partnerships. LTAB is an annual youth poetry competition, founded by YCA organization leader, Kevin Coval, a Chicago native. JTF hosts LTAB as an 11 day poetry festival and youth competition held in April. The production’s main functionality is to showcase the skillset of 120 students that spend months writing and crafting performance poetry.

media outlets. Consequently, many students have had their work published and/or given opportunities to perform at prominent events within the state of Florida and in Chicago. Artists’ joint efforts can also allow for this type of cross promoting and leads to other endeavors. Multiple networks cross paths and fresh audiences absorb a new artist or art form. Cities plagued with infinite art yet lacks awareness should consider banding together for the common purpose of building through collaboration. Collaboration takes trust and humility, however, taken full advantage of it increases productivity, publicity and more. From the first profit made from the concerted effort guaranteed collaboration will become part of your art and expression game plan.

written by Emonde Prosper

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