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ABOUT THIS ISSUE
The Spring 2014 issue of FM marks a turning point in the evolution of FashionableMags. Our publication began in 2012 as an online magazine to showcase beauty and fashion Creatives. That all changed when we moved into our first creative space, known then as FM Style Studio, and now as FM Studios.
Why the theme NO STARVING ARTISTS?
The purpose of our first 800 sq. ft. space was to house our production team. We needed a space where hair, beauty, fashion, and photography co-existed to create inspiring work for our mag. Our cozy space was quickly outgrown with the addition of more team members, and other Creatives seeking space. We knew a larger space would be needed, and soon. Our second space, nearly 15,000 sq. ft., was a great size for us to not only fulfill our needs, but fulfill the work space needs of other Creatives, regardless of their discipline. Build it and they will come had proven to be true. Filmmakers, graphic designers, theatre groups and event planners all saw value in the space our team’s synergy had created. However, the dream was short lived in that location, as it was shared with other occupants who didn’t share our vision for what a creative space could be. So now we begin a new search with even bigger visions and a better understanding for what our creative community needs. Our next space will be all our own with more than enough room to grow. But wait... we’re supposed to be telling you about this issue!
There will always be levels of sacrifice involved with pursuing your passions. We get that! We also know that self-talk, whether negative or positive, has an impact on performance. So this Spring and every season to follow, our battle cry is NO STARVING ARTISTS!!! Don’t accept a starving mentality, don’t feel that you have to live a starving lifestyle and settle for less. You are a Creative, dammit! You have the power to give life and create things that can change the world, SO ACT LIKE IT and KNOW YOUR WORTH.
While the starving artist concept is noble for some, accepting the idea that you have to “starve” and “settle for less” in order to achieve success with your art, is in total conflict with FM’s core principles.
In this issue of FM, we highlight the works of creative collaborations. Fashion blood remains in our veins, so you’ll still get your fix for fashioninspired creative concepts, but moving forward, expect the unexpected from FM, as always. ~ The Core ~ Michael Damond, Founder Amy Watkins, President Essential Barbie, Creative Director
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CREATIVES CLASS AND THIS RISING IN CREATIVE
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RENDEZVOUS CREATIVE DIRECTOR ESSENTIAL BARBIE PHOTOGRAPHER SCOTT DETWEILER MODEL CARLOS GARCIA JANE LOVE WARDROBE STYLING BJORN OLAF NASETT SET DESIGN THOM ERTL DESIGNS BEAUTY TEAM ESSENTIAL BARBIE RYAN JAMES QUAWAYNA
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FLIGHT LIFE CREATIVE DIRECTOR ESSENTIAL BARBIE PHOTOGRAPHER SCOTT DETWEILER MODEL ASHLEY ANNE
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SPRING FO CREATIVE DIRECTOR ESSENTIAL BARBIE PHOTOGRAPHER SCOTT DETWEILER MODEL KARA SCHUH (LEFT) KATIE EFF (RIGHT)
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CREATIVE DIRECTOR ESSENTIAL BARBIE PHOTOGRAPHER SCOTT DETWEILER MODEL KARA SCHUH WARDROBE STYLING ESSENTIAL BARBIE BEAUTY TEAM ESSENTIAL BARBIE RYAN JAMES QUAWAYNA
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CREATIVE DIRECTOR ESSENTIAL BARBIE PHOTOGRAPHER KRISTIN MAYESHIBA MENTORED BY SCOTT DETWEILER MODEL KATIE EFF WARDROBE STYLING ESSENTIAL BARBIE BEAUTY TEAM ESSENTIAL BARBIE RYAN JAMES QUAWAYNA PAINTED WINE GLASS DAMARA CAMPBELL
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METROM CREATIVE DIRECTOR ESSENTIAL BARBIE PHOTOGRAPHER MARK JOHNSON
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HALFRICAN CREATIVE DIRECTOR ESSENTIAL BARBIE PHOTOGRAPHER KRISTIN MAYESHIBA MENTORED BY DARREN CHURCH
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ABOUT KENYA A writer at best and a wanderer at heart, Kenya Evans has traveled to six Asian countries in 2013, fulfilling a life goal – to see the world – and bringing the tally of countries traveled to 11. In 2009, before moving to South Korea to teach English, Kenya was a marketing-communications professional who left the 9-to-5 grind to become a freelance journalist and copywriter, but living the dream isn’t easy. She found herself a happy, but starving artist. She used her talents and resources to create multiple incomes for herself, such as teaching hip hop dance and yoga classes. In 2012, Kenya learned of an opportunity to teach English in a foreign country, and decided to go for it. She is currently in her second year of teaching in Korea, and will be published in an anthology about black women living in Asia.
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She believes, “Moving to South Korea was a random and unpopular decision that has improved my life, and helped me to focus on the things that matter to me. Sometimes you have to take a chance on the unconventional to get where you want to be. As a friend once said to me, ‘All who wander are not lost.’" Kenya graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee with a Creative Writing degree in 2002, has never been married, enjoys the single life, and continues to live vicariously through the manifestation of her dreams. Follow her journey as she travels through Asia as a foreign English teacher at her blog, “Out of place: finding and seeking in South Korea”, or get witty musings from her on Twitter, @KenyaWriteNow.
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BALI! BALI!
DECEMBER 2013/JANUARY 2014
In Korea, “baleh-baleh” means to hurry, but that was quite the contrary for my trip in Bali, Indonesia. Picture it: A group of 30+ black world travelers descending upon a pool-side villa (occupied just us – the takeover) with lush green rice fields as a serene back drop; daily massages (only $8 per hour); beach-bumming; liquid-courage slurping; and a cultural cascade of authentic Bali.
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THAILAND JANUARY 2014
Thailand was my first explicitly solo trip ever. I must admit, I ‘killed it!’ Solo traveling is the best. I wandered the streets, met new friends, changed my plans on a whim without seeking approval or addressing disputes, and the time was a mixture of musings, indulgence and reflections. From the infamous Bangkok to the quietlykept, historically-rich Hell Fire Pass in Kanchanaburi to the enviable Phi Phi Islands, going solo-YOLO was an absolute blast.
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JAPAN AUGUST 2013
Visiting Tokyo and Kyoto in Japan was my first out-of-the country trip since I made Korea my home, and what better way to make that happen than with my home girls – and sorors of DST – to help me. It was a hit it and quit it trip of traditional temple tours before showing off my current homecountry to them. Needless to say, a round two for Japan is in order… soon!
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PHILIPPINES FEBRUARY 2014
Hands down, my trip to Philippines was the country that found a soft and comfy little nook in my heart. The people were warm and friendly; the weather was immaculately blue-skied, sunny, palm-treed and beautiful; the landscapes were breathtaking; and the historical aspects were very intriguing. This short five-day trip had me wanting more. 78 FASHIONABLEMAGS.COM
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SPRING 14’ COLLECTION PHOTOGRAPHER MARK JOHNSON MODEL JANE LOVE
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