October 26, 2018 by Ladue News

design awards

portraits of power

all in the family

WINNERS

KEHINDE WILEY

GIN & KIN

Style. Society. Success. | October 26, 2018

LOST 156 POUNDS

The LUXURY COLLECTION of

Alliance Real Estate

719 Havenwood Circle Drive | Warson Woods | $925,000

Stone Ledge Farm

1600 Kehrs Mill Road Chesterfield | $2,100,000

Town & Country | $1,645,000

Town & Country | $1,125,000

953 Kingscove

10721 Kingsbridge Estates

54 Westmoreland Place

9 Washington Terrace

8025 Maryland Avenue #5K

150 Carondelet #702

11049 Stonebridge Lane

2150 Wakefield Bluff

1418 Sycamore Lake Drive

18127 Melrose Road

5414 Guinevere Drive

901 Town & Country Estates

23 Topton Way #2A

39 Shady Valley Drive

18502 Red Tail

606 Rosewood Lane

15 Countryside Lane

Dutzow | $3,395,000

St Louis City | $1,095,000

Wildwood | $925,000

Clayton | $774,900

St Louis City | $1,080,000

Foristell | $899,900

Chesterfield | $774,900

2918 Fairborn Place

Clayton | $1,075,000

Wildwood | $889,000

Wildwood | $749,900

Clayton | $1,075,000

Weldon Spring | $875,000

Kirkwood | $729,900

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Creve Coeur | $1,099,000

Wentzville | $929,000

Town & Country | $779,000

Frontenac | $699,000

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Ballwin | $1,575,000

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29 Heather Hill Lane | Olivette | $1,450,000

THIS SPECTACULAR NEW HOME IS NOW READY FOR IMMEDIATE OCCUPANCY!

Perfect for entertaining and everyday living. Located on a beautiful tree-lined street w/many other million dollar homes.

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54 Mason Avenue

Webster Groves | $950,000 | SOLD FAST!

9033 Clayton Road | Ladue | $799,000

Charming Cape Cod on beautifully landscaped lot in the heart of Ladue

34 Somerset Downs Drive

Ladue | IMPROVED PRICE | $1,299,877

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GATHERINGS & GOODWILL 16

SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital

Style Feature:

GIN & KIN

With aid from their nearing-90 Grandma Ginny two years ago, sisters Jenny Chao and Emily Duddy launched Gin & Kin, which specializes in fine monogramming and other services, as LN digital editor and staff writer Robyn Dexter recounts.

18 20 21

Laumeier Sculpture Park Grand Center Upcoming Gatherings

ABODE 24 26 27

The Trio Design Elements Feature: LN Design Award Winners

STYLE

27 Abode Feature:

LN DESIGN AWARD WINNERS LN regular Brittany Nay details the six winning entries in the 2018 Ladue News Design Awards, as selected by a panel of independent judges who all belong to the esteemed American Society of Interior Designers.

KEHINDE WILEY EXHIBITION The Saint Louis Art Museum exhibits 11 St. Louis-inspired oil paintings from Kehinde Wiley, the artist behind the exquisite official portrait of former President Barack Obama, as LN copy editor and staff writer Bryan A. Hollerbach notes.

Charles D’Angelo guides people through significant life changes, helping them to better understand themselves as they learn how to make healthier choices. “I’ve been there,” he says. “If you feel like nothing works, I’ve got an experience for you that can shift your mindset and life’s direction, if you’re ready for the change.” Learn more starting on page 12. Pictured on the cover are Charles D’Angelo and Antonia Miceli. Photo by Sarah Conroy.

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Make a Statement Style Speak Feature: Gin & Kin

Arts & Culture Feature:

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THE DAILY 54 55 56 57

Book Corner Communication Conversation Movers & Shakers Crossword Puzzle

ARTS & CULTURE 68 70 72 74

Dinner & A Show The Wine Life Around Town Feature: Kehinde Wiley Exhibition

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4. 952 Westrun Drive • Ballwin

1. 4 Mayfair Road • Ladue

2. 16 Ridge Crest Drive • Chesterfield

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EDITOR IN THIS VERY SPECIAL EDITION OF LADUE NEWS, WE’RE THRILLED to share the winners of the 2018 Ladue News Design Awards! Thoughtfully selected by an independent judging panel of interior design experts from an overwhelming number of submissions, this year’s winners represent just a sample of the talent in St. Louis’ thriving design community. We hope you enjoy exploring these gorgeous spaces, starting on p. 27, and congratulations to our winners! If you aren’t already a subscriber to Ladue News, make sure to visit laduenews.com to see the digital edition of the inaugural Ladue News ABODE Magazine. This gorgeous 56-page publication shares home design tips (including how to decorate your mantel for any season), Q&As with local interior designers, smart home features and more! We hope you explore this publication and it brings inspiration to your abode. And in this week’s Style section, read LN digital editor and staff writer Robyn Dexter’s feature on Gin & Kin, a new boutique in Clayton that will add a touch of personalization to anything and everything. Robyn’s story, starting on p. 50, shares not only the shop’s stunning style and offerings but also the story behind the family that makes this shop so special. All the best,

Alecia Humphreys

Editor’s Corner Congrats to Dr. James G. Klarsch,

Congratulations to St. Luke’s Hospital in Chesterfield

an orthodontist who practices in Town

for being named one of the 2019 America’s 50 Best

and Country, for receiving the 2018

Hospitals for Cardiac Surgery by Healthgrades, an

Midwestern Society of Orthodontists’

“independent health care ratings organization” that

highest award, the Early E. Shepard

“risk-adjusts for patient demographic characteristics

Distinguished Service Award.

and clinical risk factors.” St. Luke’s was the only hospital

According to a press release, Dr. Klarsch

in Missouri to achieve this distinction. According to a

was recognized for his “numerous

press release, Healthgrades “accessed hospital

contributions to the specialty of

performance related to more than 30

orthodontics through volunteer

of the most common inpatient

leadership positions, service to patients

conditions and procedures.”

and service to the community” and is “a member of the staff of Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital in St. Louis, where he volunteers his time and expertise on the craniofacial-cleft palate team,” where he assists children born with cleft palates or other malformations of the mouth and jaws

St. Luke’s cardiothoracic surgeons Dr. Michael Ryan Reidy,

to help achieve a healthy bite.

Dr. Ronald Leidenfrost and Dr. Jeremy Leidenfrost.

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EDITOR’S PHOTO BY SARAH CONROY‌

The word around town

4912 Pershing Place CWE $899,000 | OPEN 10/28, 1-3 PM

3 Conway Lane Ladue $899,000 | OPEN 10/28, 1-3 PM

150 South Price Road | NEW LISTING Ladue $1,849,900

20 Briarcliff Ladue $1,089,900 | OPEN 10/28, 1-3 PM

NEW LISTINGS 150 SOUTH PRICE ROAD, Ladue. Early 1920’s Spanish Colonial Revival home updated to 2018 standards. 5 beds, 6 full, 2 half baths with finished lower level and gorgeous backyard. $1,849,900

316 Greeley Avenue | NEW LISTING Webster Groves $299,900

300 Femme Osage Valley Lane | NEW LISTING Augusta $1,600,000

8 FORDYCE LANE, Ladue.

$2,995,000

11 DWYER PLACE, Ladue.

1 UPPER LADUE ROAD, Ladue.

$2,950,000

4912 PERSHING PLACE, CWE.

$899,000

25 SOMERSET DOWNS, Ladue.

$2,700,000

1 CONWAY WOODS LANE, Ladue.

$889,000

47 COUNTRYSIDE LANE, Frontenac.

$2,485,000

$899,000

visit us

772 RIVER HILLS DRIVE, Fenton.

$850,000

13368 POINTE CONWAY DRIVE, Town & Country. $2,425,000

57 CLERMONT LANE, Ladue.

$849,000

10088 LITZSINGER ROAD, Ladue.

$2,395,000

11 MARYHILL, Ladue.

$824,900

1835 MANOR HILL ROAD, Town & Country.

$2,280,000

9901 CONWAY ROAD, Ladue.

$799,000

3 JACCARD LANE, Frontenac.

$2,195,000

70 WATERMAN PLACE, CWE.

$788,000

12027 GAILCREST LANE, Town & Country.

$1,998,000

12668 BRADFORD WOODS DRIVE, Sunset Hills.

$750,000

825 CABERNET LANE, St. Albans. Stunning custom atrium ranch with three large bedrooms, 4.5 baths, chef’s kitchen,

32 FAIR OAKS, Ladue.

$1,995,000

6 LADUE MANOR, Ladue.

$729,000

111 GRAND MERIDIEN FOREST CT., Wildwood.

$1,995,000

244 SAINT GEORGES, St. Albans.

$695,000

hardwood floors, and numerous amenities.

12 GLENVIEW ROAD, Ladue.

$1,849,000

124 FRONTENAC FOREST STREET, Frontenac.

$675,000

33 PICARDY LANE, Ladue.

$1,775,000

17706 GINGERTREE COURT, Wildwood.

$675,000

620 MOREL COURT, St. Albans.

$1,645,000

764 VILLAGE VIEW CIRCLE, St. Albans.

$669,900

544 EAST JEFFERSON AVENUE, Kirkwood.

$1,599,000

4904 PERSHING PLACE, CWE.

$649,000

8025 MARYLAND AVENUE, UNIT 4I, Clayton.

$449,000

$635,000

4944 LINDELL BOULEVARD, UNIT 3W, CWE.

$399,000

$570,000

1019 NOBLEMAN DRIVE, Creve Coeur.

$315,000 $283,000

300 FEMME OSAGE VALLEY LANE, Augusta. Enchanting 39-acre property with expansive 5+bed, 5 full 2 half bath home features an open floorplan, updated kitchen, and beautiful porch.

$1,600,000

$590,000

316 GREELEY AVENUE, Webster Groves. Sleek and sophisticated 3 bedroom, 2 updated bathroom home with updated kitchen. Great fenced yard and two-car garage and Webster schools.

$299,900

5105 LINDELL BOULEVARD, CWE. 150 CARONDELET PLAZA, UNIT 1004, Clayton.

LuxuryCollection

$1,449,000 $1,425,000

9242 CLAYTON ROAD, Ladue. 236 MERLOT LANE, St. Albans.

Open Sunday, October 28th 111 GRAND MERIDIEN FOREST CT, Wildwood. 4912 PERSHING PLACE, CWE. 815 WESTWOOD, UNIT 1N, Clayton. 11701 FALLBROOK, Town & Country. 3 CONWAY LANE, Ladue. 17706 GINGERTREE COURT, Wildwood. 20 BRIARCLIFF, Ladue. 10101 HARWICH DRIVE, Crestwood.

1-3 PM 1-3 PM 1-3 PM 1-3 PM 1-3 PM 2-4 PM 1-3 PM 1-3 PM

731 THE HAMPTONS LANE, Town & Country.

$1,350,000

11701 FALLBROOK, Town & Country.

$474,000

484 LAKE AVENUE, UNIT 4N, CWE.

12 UPPER BARNES ROAD, Ladue.

$1,345,000

129 GAY AVENUE, Clayton.

$375,000

4449 OLIVE STREET, UNIT 101, CWE.

$230,000 $230,000 $199,900

9847 LITZSINGER ROAD, Ladue.

$5,995,000

8 KINGSBURY PLACE, CWE.

$1,198,000

7314 STANFORD AVENUE, University City.

$344,000

900 SOUTH HANLEY ROAD, UNIT 6D, Clayton.

36 WEST BRENTMOOR PARK, Clayton.

$5,995,000

213 TROON COURT, St. Albans.

$1,179,000

10101 HARWICH DRIVE, Crestwood.

$220,000

815 WESTWOOD, UNIT 1N, Clayton.

26 UPPER LADUE, Ladue.

$4,600,000

9052 CLAYTON RD., TBB, Richmond Heights.

$1,100,000

507 COTTAGE CROSSING DRIVE, O’Fallon.

$217,500

7515 BUCKINGHAM AVENUE, UNIT 2N, Clayton.

$125,000

564 BARNES ROAD, Ladue.

$4,500,000

20 BRIARCLIFF, Ladue.

$1,089,900

12112 DIANE MARIE DRIVE, Maryland Heights.

$168,750

8009 DELMAR, UNIT 5, University City.

$118,000

171 NORTH BEMISTON AVENUE, Clayton.

$4,500,000

1703 EAGLE BLUFF DRIVE, St. Albans.

$3,450,000

2283 TALON COURT, St. Albans.

$3,395,000

5543 HEBERT, St. Louis.

RESIDENTIAL HOMES

$67,000

CONDOMINIUM/VILLA HOMES

5 RUTHERFORD LANE, Town & Country.

$3,295,000

5231 STUDER LANE, St. Louis.

$998,900

544 QUAIL RIDGE, St. Albans.

$3,280,000

9 COUNTRY ESTATES PLACE, Frontenac.

$949,000

LOTS/ACREAGE/FARMS 1055 WINGS ROAD, St. Albans.

2216 CROYDON WALK, Crystal Lake Park.

$729,000

$1,550,000

16 BELLERIVE COUNTRY CLUB, Town & Country. $1,390,000

15 PINE VALLEY DRIVE, Ladue.

$3,250,000

63 MUIRFIELD COURT, Town & Country.

$949,000

315 NORTH MERAMEC AVENUE, UNIT 1D, Clayton. $565,000

1 TBB AUBURN AT VILLAGE VIEW, St. Albans.

$454,900

11 EAST BRENTMOOR PARK, Clayton.

$2,995,000

3 CONWAY LANE, Ladue.

$899,000

1 PORTLAND COURT, CWE.

9052 CLAYTON ROAD, Richmond Heights.

$375,000

$449,900

janet mcafee inc. l 9889 clayton road l saint louis, missouri 63124 l 314.997.4800 I www.janetmcafee.com

31 CLERMONT LANE IN LADUE

SOLD

4 Bedrooms | 3.5 Baths

4 Bedrooms | 3 Full & 2 Half Baths

tricia kolbrener 314.504.5564 megan holekamp 314.703.1415

47 GRANADA WAY IN LADUE

tricia kolbrener 314.504.5564 megan holekamp 314.703.1415

SOLD

3 Bedrooms | 4.5 Baths

4 Bedrooms | 3.5 Baths katie curran

314.570.0418

230 MCDONALD PLACE IN WEBSTER GROVES

SOLD

4 Bedrooms | 4 Full & 2 Half Baths

tricia kolbrener 314.504.5564 megan holekamp 314.703.1415

318 PLANT AVENUE IN WEBSTER GROVES

121 LAKE FOREST DRIVE IN RICHMOND HEIGHTS

SOLD

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SOLD

16598 KEHRSGROVE DRIVE IN CHESTERFIELD 5 Bedrooms | 3.5 Baths kathleen lovett laura donovan

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314.610.7408 314.229.8978

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SOLD

4540 LINDELL BLVD., UNIT 503 IN THE CENTRAL WEST END

SOLD

8 Bedrooms | 9 Full & 2 Half Baths

2 Bedrooms | 2.5 Baths kathy driscoll

kathy driscoll may reay

314.704.1474

410 NORTH NEWSTEAD, UNIT 6W IN THE CENTRAL WEST END

SOLD

2 Bedrooms | 2.5 Baths kathy driscoll

30 UPPER LADUE ROAD IN LADUE marcy byrne liza thornhill

SOLD

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314.704.1474 314.306.0523

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314.704.1474

21 PICARDY LANE IN LADUE

6 BARCLAY WOODS IN LADUE

SOLD

314.541.4149 314.518.0071

314.750.5800 314.452.6195

51 WESTMORELAND PLACE IN THE CENTRAL WEST END

8 Bedrooms | 5 Full & 2 Half Baths kevin hurley

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ntonia Miceli, co-director of academic support and an associate professor at the Saint Louis University School of Law, received the university’s Legal Scholar Award, a high honor for research or scholarship efforts on behalf of the justice system. At the ceremony where she received the prestigious accolade, she experienced a shocking revelation. “I realized that, at this peak moment in my career, I was embarrassed to walk across the stage,” Miceli describes. “I had gotten my hair and makeup done. I had a beautiful dress. And I still did not want to put myself out there.” That became the catalyst for reaching out to Charles D’Angelo, the celebrated personal development coach, to help her break free of bad habits. “In that first meeting with Charles, he talks about why you’re overeating,” she says. “You face your emotions and work through them. For me, it was about stepping out from behind the curtains of my professional life and being fully present.” While his program is known for jaw-dropping physical transformations, the outward change is only a small dividend of the full value, when considering the powerful shift in a client’s mindset. “Having been obese, bullied and humiliated myself as a teen, I know what it’s like to use food as a drug,” D’Angelo shares. “My greatest joy comes in seeing the light go on in someone’s eyes when they realize their own worth and begin to love themselves.” At ages six and two, Miceli’s children lead active lifestyles. She now participates alongside them, even instigating the fun. Shedding 156 pounds – more than half of her body weight – has made a world of difference in how she experiences and appreciates life. “The big [takeaway] has been putting myself back on my list,” Miceli declares. “My job as a professor is to encourage students to be their best selves – same thing with my children. That’s what we do as moms, and I wasn’t doing it for myself. It’s easy to forget you should be on your own list.” Today, her healthy habits have positively impacted her family, with her oldest son craving better food choices, like the chicken they grill together every weekend. “Charles encourages you, reminding you to love yourself,” Miceli says. “Part of that is developing the ability to advocate for yourself. I am now comfortable making better, healthier decisions because I appreciate where they lead me.”

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Beth Greer, 87 pounds lighter Elizabeth (Beth) Greer was motivated to shed her excess weight while planning an overseas escapade. Previously, she had told herself that she could not find the time or patience to commit to better habits, as her career requires frequent travel. When sharing that perspective with D’Angelo, he made it clear that if she would not make room in her schedule to begin taking care of herself, then he wasn’t the right fit for her. Surprised by his candor, she found the time – and took the leap by joining his program. Greer is now down 87 pounds and headed to Australia, Tasmania, New Zealand and Fiji for the adventure of a lifetime. Breaking free of unhealthy habits, like mindless eating, she has found deep value in her newfound routine. “I don’t have cravings,” she says. “I’m always full. I have found what works for me.” Through working with D’Angelo, Greer began to see herself as a worthwhile asset. “Think about all the things you invest in – a car, a boat, a vacation,” she says. “All are wonderful, but you need to take time for yourself. This was my investment in me, because I’m worth it.”

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uests at The Big Dinner at Laumeier Sculpture Park recently viewed the park’s newest exhibition: “David Hutson: Memory & Desire, a Personal Exploration of Neon Art Past And Present.” They wandered through Hutson’s neon-light installation, both indoors and out, while enjoying cocktails and hors d’oeuvres. Later in the evening, guests also enjoyed a harvest dinner, signature cocktails and live entertainment.

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ate last month, under its big top, Grand Center hosted its annual awards gala, themed “One Thousand and One Art Filled Nights.” Steve Smith and the Lawrence Group were recognized for their years of economic and philanthropic support for the Grand Center Arts District. Guests enjoyed cocktails and appetizers while listening to the music of the Tonina Quartet. Dinner music came from the Bob DeBoo Trio, and to round out the night, guests danced to the dulcet tones of jazz vocalist Anita Jackson. Co-chairs Kathie and Richard Winter commissioned Smith’s award, which artist Tony Cray designed. Also serving as co-chairs for the evening were Antionette Carroll and Jason Hall.

New hotels, new restaurants and retail, new arts and entertainment facilities, and new educational alternatives – Steve has brought all of this to Grand Center Arts District, while simultaneously restoring historic buildings in creative and beautiful ways. His leadership has set the stage for the next era of vibrancy and growth in St. Louis’ great arts district. KARIN HAGAMAN, PRESIDENT AND CEO

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J Knapp of Yours by Design had been working with this particular client for 10 years. When the client made the move from Waterloo, Illinois, to a Grant’s Farm condo, Knapp stepped in to help her design the new space room by room. At the beginning of the renovation on this particular space, the pair went to Wilson Lighting, where the client immediately fell in love with a light fixture, sconces and a piece of artwork all in the same store. They decided these pieces would become the starting points for the space, and the room took shape from there. Knapp’s client wanted to use the space as a breakfast room instead of a formal dining space, so the designer worked to make sure the space had a more casual feel. For increased functionality, two of the pictured chairs have wheels on their bottoms and can be moved into the living room for additional seating. “We decided to bring the light blue color up onto the ceiling to accentuate the color,” Knapp says. “We also did a custom blue zebra rug for the space.”

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op interior designers know that truly unique design can make a house a home. That’s why Ladue News is once again highlighting the best in local interior and outdoor design projects by bringing back the Ladue News Design Awards – remodeled to be better than ever. Here, we celebrate this year’s skilled and talented winners, thoughtfully selected by a panel of independent judges, all members of ASID (American Society of Interior Designers), in six categories: bathroom, bedroom, dining room, kitchen, living space and outdoor space.

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CATEGORY: BATHROOM | DESIGNER: CHRIS PAUL

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Glamour drips from every fixture in this luxurious bathroom designed by Alspaugh Kitchen & Bath, serving the interior design needs of the greater St. Louis area for more than 60 years. The breathtaking bathroom was beautifully curated with amazing details, including a mirror-on-mirror effect, created with a metal-framed beveled mirror mounted on another mirror, accented by unlacquered brass torchiere-style sconces. Chris Paul’s attention to detail continues in the serene, 109-square-foot space with hand-brushed, white-painted cabinets and sparkling crystal knobs, polished nickel Waterworks plumbing fixtures and accessories, contrasting brass light fixtures, honed marble hexagon-shaped floor tiles and thick high-gloss white crown molding. As a stunning focal point, Paul added an antique brass chandelier from Paris above

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the relaxing Jason soaker tub. An adjacent ceramic-tiled shower, featuring a white quartz bench seat, hand shower and rain showerhead, completes the soothing oasis. “In order to accommodate the homeowner’s request to separate the former tubshower combo, a small portion of an adjoining closet was appropriated,” Paul says. “The additional space houses a private toilet compartment, leaving room for a Jason soaker tub and separate shower area.” A judge notes that the design’s “simple elegance and color palette lend to a small space looking much larger … and [take] into account the homeowner’s overall needs.” Alspaugh Kitchen & Bath, 9808 Clayton Road, St. Louis, 314-993-6644, glenalspaughkitchens.com

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CATEGORY: BEDROOM | DESIGNER: NANCY BARRETT

BEAuTIful ROOmS DESIGN Photos by Anne Matheis

This relaxing retreat with a view was brought to life by Nancy Barrett of Beautiful Rooms Design, serving clients in St. Louis and St. Charles County for more than 20 years. The cozy master bedroom was a significant part of an extensive remodel of a 17-year-old Wildwood home, Barrett explains. “These clients requested a transitional style with a bright white-and-gray color scheme,” she says. “Together, we decided that teal would be the accent [hue].” To keep the neutral color scheme interesting, Barrett added an abundance of texture, from the upholstered headboard and bench to the pair of light sandstonetopped nightstands and the patterned carpet. Shades of teal in the accent pillows, lamps, vases and wall art also provide splashes of color for additional interest. “The clean lines and soft textures in this bedroom are super-inviting … [and] pops of color enhance interest throughout the room,” a judge notes. The bedroom’s large bay window, adorned with white cordless shades, allows the homeowners to enjoy the beauty and serenity of the surrounding natural

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landscape, while a metallic-framed mirror mounted on the opposite wall multiplies the stunning view. This “beautiful, pulled-together” bedroom design is a “balanced combination of color, texture and pattern,” a judge says. Beautiful Rooms Design, 16670 Old Chesterfield Road, Chesterfield, 636-519-4090, beautifulroomsdesign.com LadueNews.com | OCTOBER 26, 2018

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CATEGORY: DINING ROOM | DESIGNER: BRETT CLARK

SAvvY SuRROuNDING STYlE Photos by Megan Thiele-Lorenz

This sophisticated dining room with surprising details rooted in nature was completed by St. Louis-based interior design firm Savvy Surrounding Style. Inside her traditional Frontenac home, the client desired a mix of timeless and unexpected décor through a fusion of texture and nature – namely, the unique touch of a tree-based dining table. “We achieved this dichotomy by combining both classic materials and traditional silhouettes, with more unique geometry and a play with color and textures,” explains Brett Clark. “One can see this expressed in the golden twiglike base that supports a classic marble top [dining table] and mirrors similar lines of the rug. This is also reinforced in the contemporary round lines of the chandelier [and] with the traditional round dining chairs.” The blending of colors in the artwork further personified the essence of

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nature in this interior, says Clark. A judge notes: “The navy color with crisp white throughout makes this room very dramatic.” And while exploring the space, one can discover unexpected details, from the mix of silver and gold metals in the artwork frame to the mother-of-pearl handles and burl (knotty wood) door fronts on the credenza. The modern, yet classic, project, inspired by earth’s offerings, elicits a natural depth that goes beyond a simple dining space, according to the Savvy Surrounding Style design team. Savvy Surrounding Style, 9753 Clayton Road, St. Louis, 314-432-7289, savvyladue.com

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CATEGORY: KITCHEN | DESIGNER: JENNY RAUSCH

KARR BICK KITCHEN & BATH Photos by Lisa Mitchell

This rustic chic kitchen was created on a budget by the design specialists at St. Louis-based Karr Bick Kitchen & Bath. The simplistic space, at the heart of a client’s summer retreat, required a significant amount of the budget be allocated to construction – including new flooring, a higher ceiling and a wall demolition to open it up to the living area. Therefore, the majority of materials, such as the laminate countertops and drum light fixtures, came from the Karr Bick warehouse on closeout, notes Jenny Rausch. With the budget still top of mind, Rausch also chose to forgo mounted custom cabinets and high-end backsplash tile – instead incorporating shiplap and woodenand-metal shelving on the walls for texture and interest. With a spacious kitchen island, custom lower-level cabinetry and stainless steel

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appliances, the space still “looks high-end,” a judge says, adding that the laminate counters appear to be a premium material, such as soapstone. The budget-friendly kitchen, another judge notes, reflects how “good design doesn’t need a big budget.” Karr Bick Kitchen & Bath, 2715 Mercantile Drive, Brentwood, 314-403-7619, karrbick.com LadueNews.com | OCTOBER 26, 2018

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CATEGORY: LIVING SPACE | DESIGNERS: Amy StudEbAkEr ANd JAmIE rEEVES

AmY STuDEbAkER DESIGN Photos by Alise O’brien

Something old and something new seamlessly mesh in this bold and beautiful living area by Amy Studebaker Design, a firm specializing in luxurious living spaces in the metro area. To create an elegantly relaxed atmosphere, the spacious living room was divided into two distinct entertaining areas, each featuring an attractive arrangement of plush, earth-toned seating in front of two sets of French doors that open to a beautiful backyard landscape. “It was important that these two separate living spaces complemented each other and felt like one large space while also feeling intimate enough to sit and converse with family and guests,” says designer Amy Studebaker. “Our client wanted ample

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seating for entertaining and family gatherings, and we were able to refresh many of their existing pieces while also mixing in new pieces and antiques found during a buying trip in Atlanta.” Judges say the seating-area division is the perfect multifunctional design solution, while the stunning color scheme, eye-catching artwork and exceptional use of color and pattern work well with the outdoor views, with one judge noting, “The two seating areas are cohesive and well-designed [with a] wonderful color palette.” Amy Studebaker Design, 11614 Page Service Drive, St. Louis, 314-440-0853, amystudebakerdesign.com

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CATEGORY: OutdOOr SPACE | DESIGNER: GIGI LOmbrANO

GIGI LOmbRANO INTERIORS Photos by Anne matheis

This lovely loggia with a lush garden view was designed for year-round outdoor entertaining by Gigi Lombrano Interiors. The backyard oasis features a space sheltered from the elements, with lounge seating, a fire pit, a ceiling fan, wall heaters and a stamped and stained concrete floor, framed by stately white columns and a curved stone wall. “The charming cottage feel really invites you to want to relax and enjoy the space for hours on end,” a judge says. The cozy space is protected from the sun in the warmer months and heated for the colder months, achieving the homeowners’ desire for an all-year entertainment area, notes designer Gigi Lombrano. “Choosing to let the colors come from the garden views, the upholstered seating area is done in tailored neutrals with just a

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pop of color for accent,” Lombrano says, adding that strategically placed lighting in the loggia, grilling and garden areas gives the space a warm glow. A wooden board-and-lattice fence surrounds the gorgeous garden of hedge plants, hearty florals and a stone fountain. A judge notes that “planning for beautiful garden views was a perfect idea.” Gigi Lombrano Interiors, 314-707-7291 LadueNews.com | OCTOBER 26, 2018

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THIS 5-BEDROOM, 5 FULL-BATHROOM AND 3 HALF-BATHROOM HOME IN LADUE IS LISTED FOR $2.95 MILLION. LISA COULTER & LINDA BENOIST 314-941-2883 (Coulter), 314-504-5495 (Benoist), janetmcafee.com From its humble beginning in the founder’s basement, the Janet McAfee Real Estate network is now four decades strong and a recognized local leader. Today, the firm enjoys a corporate office in Ladue, more than 100 active professional agents and a significant presence in the St. Louis central corridor. Through exclusive relocation and marketing affiliations, the syndication of listings to leading real estate portals and distinguished luxury partners, Janet McAfee Real Estate offers global reach.

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itting regally on 2.74 acres in Ladue, this brick manor holds a commanding presence. Pull into the new garage or park along the massive drive; then enter through double doors, where a semi-circular staircase wraps around the room in invitation. Stop in the study, where you can picture yourself hard at work, surrounded by dark wood paneling and built-ins, and with a cozy fireplace to keep you inspired. Wander into the highend kitchen, part of the 2003 two-story addition, where a large center island suggests you linger over delicious smells. Navigate to the exquisite dining room for dinner or opt to entertain al fresco on the house-wide stone terrace. Settle in the family room, with built-ins and a fireplace, before retiring to the deluxe master suite, with his-and-hers baths and dressing rooms. Come morning, find yourself sipping coffee inside the gorgeous sunroom, where you’ll smile at the home that’s a dream come true.

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‌Justin Michael grew up admiring the distinctive homes of St. Louis, as he drove around with his family to view properties post-dinner. He pursued a career in real estate and now has nine years of experience within residential sales. “Real estate allows me to exercise my passion to educate,” Michael describes. “It allows me to be in a new setting every day. With my entrepreneurial mindset, I solve problems and mysteries as part of my daily routine. Most importantly, it allows me to meet great people who end up becoming great friends.” Michael’s congeniality and innate sense of duty make him a natural at assisting clients with complex real estate transactions. “As a REALTOR, I wear many hats,” he says. “Staying organized and motivated is essential. I believe a task or problem should be [met with] immediate action. Many of my clients compliment me on my quick responses to their requests.” Michael’s drive benefits his clients in countless

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The worlds of music and fashion will collaborate for a common cause next month as the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra and the Saint Louis Fashion Fund present Two to Tango: The Art of Music and Fashion on Nov. 16 at 7 p.m. at Angad Arts Hotel. LN recently spoke with Miran Halen, co-chair of the event along with Shereen Fischer and Elizabeth Mannen, about what is promising to be an eclectic night to remember. “The theme, Two to Tango, reminds us of the beauty that comes when two distinct art forms like music and fashion are combined and the unique experience created when two community organizations work together,” Halen explains. “The theme also plays off the saying ‘It takes two to … ’, which reminds us that collaboration is powerful and necessary to lift and improve our community.” What will the event promote? The event will highlight the work of the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra (the second-oldest professional symphony orchestra in the U.S.) and the Saint Louis Fashion Fund (a nonprofit focused on fashion and creative events, educational programming and developing emerging designers) and engage the audience in a unique evening of music, fashion, tango dancing and a live auction of special items. What will the program feature? The program will feature cocktails and amuse-

bouches at 7 p.m., a fashion show featuring designers Jitrois Boutiques of New York City and Michael Drummond of St. Louis and the music of Cortango at 8 p.m., followed by hors d’oeuvres and a fashion party with tango dancing and a live auction. Nationally-recognized, St. Louis-based Mother Model Management is directing the fashion show. Both Jitrois and Michael Drummond will offer fashion trunk shows following the event. Cortango is a tango, classical and jazz fusion concert-and-dance orchestra featuring five members of the St. Louis Symphony (Cally Banham, English horn; Asako Kuboki, violin; Chris Tantillo, viola; Melissa Brooks, cello; and David DeRiso, bass) and Adam Maness, St. Louis-based jazz artist and arranger. Why were Jitrois Boutique and Michael Drummond selected to be featured at the event? Jitrois presents iconoclastic leather designs that are not offered in our St. Louis market. Jitrois, the original stretch leather brand, really pushes the highstyle envelope with its power-dressing shapes for women, use of exotic skins and best-of leathers, and seductive undertones. The leather brand has garnered a cult following of the world’s most sought-after celebrities, such as Beyoncé, Cindy Crawford, Kate Moss, Kim Kardashian

and Lady Gaga. Michael Drummond is a world-renowned, avant-garde local designer who has added greatly to the fashion landscape in St. Louis. Together, they offer our guests an interesting and diverse fashion experience. What can attendees expect at the event? Music is powerful. It can move you to tears or to spontaneous joy with sound. Combined with the visual art of fashion, it will create a different and exciting experience at the Angad Arts Hotel, a fun and new venue. What do event funds benefit? Proceeds will strengthen the impact of the St. Louis Symphony and the Saint Louis Fashion Fund on our community through music and fashion education, free community concerts, and free fashion and creative events.

TWO TO TANGO: THE ART OF MUSIC AND FASHION When: Nov. 16 at 7 p.m. Where: Angad Arts Hotel, 3550 Samuel Shepard Drive, St. Louis Cost: $275 per person Information: slso.org/fashion LadueNews.com | OCTOBER 26, 2018

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randmas are the cornerstones of many families. They’re often the ones who bring everyone together and are the matriarchal foundation for generations to come. In the case of sisters Jenny Chao and Emily Duddy, their grandmother is not only one of their greatest inspirations but also the reason their monogramming business, Gin & Kin, exists. Chao and Duddy have always been each other’s closest confidants. The pair were inseparable even when Chao moved to Fort Worth, Texas, to start a monogram and embroidery business, Initially Yours, with a friend in 2013. Duddy and the rest of their St. Louis-based family missed Chao and constantly asked if and when she was coming back to the area. The two sisters had kicked around the idea of pursuing a monogram business in St. Louis in the distant future, and Duddy told her sister that if she came back to St. Louis, they could start in on their ideas right away. Ginny, the girls’ grandmother, was an avid supporter of the idea, and said that if Chao came home, she’d help them get started. Chao agreed and made the move back to St. Louis in 2016 after being away for four years. Duddy, who went to school for textiles, was excited to start combining her

keen eye for fabrics and colors with Chao’s enthusiasm for monogramming in all forms. Though she went to school for child and family development and early childhood education, her passion for monogramming led her to teach herself how to use embroidery machines and how to operate a business. Duddy and Chao decided to call their venture Gin & Kin, named after Grandma Ginny, and started creating in late summer 2016. For two years, they operated out of both of their homes, creating vibrant, beautiful monogram pieces amid the chaos of their lives. Duddy had just had her son, Miles, and Chao has three large rescue dogs. Then-87-year-old Grandma Ginny assisted her granddaughters in their work, helping in the cleanup part of the process by removing the backing and trimming threads. Working out of their homes weighed on both of them, and they considered looking for a storefront where their clients could see their creations in a professional, laid-out manner. In love with the Skinker/DeMun area, they would walk by what was then Dot Dot Dash Boutique, admiring the small but modern space. “We knew we didn’t want a huge space, but we wanted a space where people could come see our products without having to come to our house,” Chao says.

with one week to complete. The sisters are also able to turn an order around in 24 hours if needed. “Jenny’s the monogram expert, and I help customers choose colors and fabrics,” Duddy says. “We make a great team.” In addition to monogram and embroidery services, Gin & Kin offers leather stamping, vinyl decaling and art digitizing. They’re also looking to work with more engaged couples for all their wedding needs – from brides’ and bridesmaids’ getting-ready pajama shirts to cloth napkin embroidery. As they grow their business, the sisters are passionate about carrying products from women-owned, ethically made lines. They are also excited to partner with other St. Louis businesses down the road and have already worked with local designer Blair Dobson of Hello Dobson for embroidery. In the end, though, their entire venture comes down to family. Duddy says she and her sister are “truly inseparable” and couldn’t imagine pursuing this project with anyone else. Chao agrees: “We’d be with each other anyway, so we might as well be doing something fun with the community and small businesses.” Gin & Kin is also about making their 89-year-old grandma proud. She sewed their graduation dresses when they were younger and taught the girls how to sew and crochet. When the sisters held a sneak peek opening, il m E Grandma Ginny sat in a chair at the front of the storefront all nd oa day, making sure every person who walked in knew a h yC that she was the “Gin” of Gin & Kin. Je n n “A lot centers around her and making her proud,” Duddy says. “This is her legacy.” yD

They had decided to wait to open a storefront until Miles was in elementary school; however, in June of this year, opportunity came knocking. “We knew the owner of the building [at 6334 Rosebury Ave.], and she called us to let us know the former tenant had decided not to re-sign their lease,” Duddy says. “She told us that we’re what she wanted in the space. Were we interested?” Chao and Duddy’s years-off plan kicked into overdrive when they accepted and signed the lease. (Dot Dot Dash moved to a new storefront down the street off DeMun.) They moved their embroidery machines into the 362-square-foot space and opened their doors to the public at the beginning of September. “It’s been a great outpouring from the community since we opened,” Duddy says. “We’ve had a lot of foot traffic, which has really helped us launch. We had good business and clients before, but it’s hard to take something super-seriously when you’re doing it out of your home. This makes it more substantial.” Gin & Kin embodies its “personalization redefined” motto by offering luxe custom monogramming and personalized embroidery services. But they don’t just offer the basic three-initial scroll script. The sisters have an entire book of sample monograms that come in a range of fonts, numbers of initials, sizes and shapes. Customers can bring in everything from sheets to napkins to towels to have a monogram stitched on. Chao and Duddy also offer a variety of towels, blankets and other wares that can be embroidered. One of their favorites is the fouta, a Turkish towel that “gets softer with every wash,” Chao says. They also offer a variety of baby products, like swaddle blankets and heirloom gift sets. Monograms can be added to all items for $12 to $15, priced by scale of design,

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rom beloved radio hosts and James Beard Award-winning chefs to novelists and mediums, the St. Louis Jewish Book Festival – which opens Nov. 4 at the St. Louis Jewish Community Center – has a little something for everyone. Also, as the two-week event marks its 40th anniversary this year, it’s clear that although the speakers and topics change annually, the community reflected in the festival remains more vibrant than ever. “It’s an opportunity for people to come together, hear new ideas and meet new people,” says Amy Bornstein, director of literary and Jewish arts at the center. The festival, in all likelihood, will welcome more than 10,000 people throughout its course to engage in these ideas. Guests such as keynote speaker Peter Sagal, host of NPR’s wildly popular Wait Wait … Don’t Tell Me! program, and CNN political commentator Sally Kohn are expected to draw major crowds, but other festival favorites include novelist Marilyn Simon Rothstein and spiritual medium Rebecca Rosen. Beyond popularity, the key to selecting speakers is that each guest has published a book in 2018. This criterion keeps topics current and discussions fresh with this year’s themes, including everything from identifying and confronting hate to a history of African-American basketball stars who played professionally in Israel. “Our selection committee looks at what’s going on in the world and in the Jewish community and brings guests in to help start conversations,” Bornstein says. Talks typically run 30 to 45 minutes, with half-hours allotted before and after for book purchases and signings at the center’s pop-up shop, which collects proceeds from each sale to benefit the center’s yearly programming. With that in mind, Bornstein stresses just how important a role the community plays in putting on the festival. “What I want to give credit to is the incredible volunteers who really make this festival happen,” she

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says. “There’s no way the [center] would be able to put this festival on without them.” After four decades, the people behind the festival clearly know what they’re doing. Co-chairs are selected either every year or every couple of years, and these individuals run the show, from planning in January to hosting in November. As Bornstein puts it, they’re simply community members who see the value of the

festival and step up accordingly to make it happen. “The festival changes a little bit every year, so we want to adapt and react to those changes in the community,” she says. “Our goal is to relate and connect to every generation and subset of people to really make this a full, full festival.” Tickets to the festival can be purchased by phone (314-442-3299), in person at the box office (2 Millstone Campus Drive), online (stljewishbookfestival.org) or by printout using the website’s order form. Session prices vary from $5 to $45, while a Premier Pass grants admission to all programming for only $110. Students in junior high, high school and college receive free entry with a valid student ID.

St. Louis Jewish Book Festival, Carl & Helene Mirowitz Performing Arts & Banquet Center (and other venues), Jewish Community Center, Staenberg Family Complex, 2 Millstone Campus Drive, St. Louis, 314-442-3299, stljewishbookfestival.org

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COMMUNICATION CONVERSATION

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y husband and I recently went to a Schnucks, where an employee walked up to me saying, “We’ll miss you and all you did together on TV.” Since her concern seemed genuine, we talked, with the employee continuing, “I’ve watched Dave and you guys since your son was a little guy.” People tend to remember the “One Tank Trips” of the ’90s, forgetting our son is now 36 and a married executive at Walmart HQ. Our few moments – the Schnuck Markets employee’s and mine – ended with a big, comforting hug. As you may have heard, Dave Murray, chief meteorologist and weathercaster for KTVI/Fox2Now, retired in September. He’s a good guy who served his community for 42 years. I know because I have been married to him for 37 of them. I had no idea how much talk about his retirement there was until employees at Schnucks, Straub’s, Schnarr’s, Ladue Market, Ladue Pharmacy and the Service Bureau all wished him well. This is kindness incarnate and uniquely St. Louisan, I believe, as someone who has lived on both coasts and in between. The openness to every man and woman here largely defines who we are. A few examples from experience. In New York,

Connecticut and California, the commonality is competition to succeed professionally, pay your high mortgage and car lease. In Michigan, it’s all about cars. And Boston, where we lived for three years, is … well … still thinking it’s the cradle of liberty, though it’s really overrun by college students. Hawaii loves tourists, but our suggestion is not to build a full-time house there unless you learn the Hawaiian language. Yet in St. Louis, the dominating characteristic is

By Janis Murray kindness. Cardinal Nation does not jeer and throw stuff on the field if our player’s out on a slide to second. New restaurants come and go, but we still cheer on the chef with a next project. I have worked with countless college freshmen who like their choice, but say, “It’s not as nice there.” And countless immigrant students have told me, “People are kind here. They welcome you.” So let’s close with this. A few years ago, we were on a ferry in Hawaii. A male college student, with his Texan girlfriend, was wearing a needlepoint belt we admired. For one reason or another, we asked whether he was from St. Louis. He responded in the affirmative, adding this about the belt: “My girlfriend made it for me.” The girlfriend then entered the conversation by noting, “St. Louis is the nicest place on earth.” We agreed.

Janis Murray is president of Murray Prep LLC, providing communication training for individuals seeking college admission and career advancement. She works with students and professionals, creating successful strategies, résumés, cover letters, essays, and image and interview/presentation performances. Contact her at jmurray@murrayprep.com.

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t age 69, Carol Weisman is excited about her new orange tap shoes for the dance classes she takes at University City’s COCA. “The color orange is a natural because I’m an autumn,” says the green-eyed redhead. For an interview, she wears long yellow Lucite earrings to match her yellow vinyl faux-designer handbag purchased “on the streets of New York.” Standing at 5 feet, 1 inch, she calls herself the “tallest woman in my family.” Weisman shares that she earned a teaching certificate but never taught school. She met her husband on a blind date and became engaged three weeks later. There’s nothing conventional about this brilliant, accomplished comedic St. Louis woman who today lives in a condo at the Residences at the Chase Park Plaza, two blocks from where she was born at the old Jewish Hospital. Weisman has authored almost a dozen published books, and each day the impact of her knowledge, words and caring helps people all over the world change lives for the better. Meet the president of Board Builders, an internationally known speaker, author, trainer and consultant. Specializing in volunteerism, fundraising and governance, Weisman has served on 40 boards and has been president of nine of them. Presently, she serves on the boards of South Reading, Virginia’s Canines-N-Kids Foundation and the Ladue Education Foundation, and is president of the board of STL Nonprofit News. She is on the faculty of Everyone Ready and a former faculty member of the Learning Institute for Nonprofit Organizations. “I do board training and give keynote speeches to groups from very small to 2,000 to 3,000 participants,” she says. “I have worked both in church basements and in the most elegant hotels.” Raised on what she jokingly calls “the mean streets of Ladue,” she graduated from Ladue Horton Watkins High School in 1967 with a 2.6 GPA. The author of 11 books, she says she learned that she was dyslexic and amazed friends that she had “read 11 books much less [written] them.” Her book Raising Charitable Children is in its third printing. It has been reviewed by The New York Times, Parade and Parents and was the cover story for Scholastic Parent & Child. Her 11th book, Becoming One of the Grateful Dead: Where There Is a Will, There’s a Way, is due out Thursday, Nov. 1. “The idea behind this book is that you can make a difference in this world whether you are über-rich or you drive for Uber,” she says. Weisman was honored with a Telly Award for her PBS special, Building a Board with a Passion for a Mission, and is a past winner of the Community Service Public Relations Council’s Nonprofit Professional of the Year recognition.

The oldest of four children, she completed college at the University of Denver in 2½ years. It was there that she met her first social worker and decided that was the career path she wished to follow at the time. She enrolled in the George Warren Brown School of Social Work at Washington University, earning a master’s degree, and later taught there as an adjunct professor. In 1993, she became the first woman social worker at Boys’ Town in St. Louis. A motivational speaker and active volunteer, Weisman entertains and informs using humor to captivate her audience. She says she prays each day for a cure for cellulite. “I have used my comedy when speaking on fundraising and governance, and I try to use my humor to turn not-for-profit boards into superhero fundraisers,” Weisman says. “I demonstrate that the meaning of philanthropy is the love of humankind. Hopefully, each time I captivate my audience, I can help change community conditions for the better. … I aspire to inspire before I expire!”

I demonstrate that the meaning of philanthropy is the love of humankind. Hopefully, each time I captivate my audience, I can help change community conditions for the better. … I aspire to inspire before I expire!

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An innate storyteller and award-winning photographer and writer, Alice Handelman provides Ladue News readers with a glimpse into lives that enrich St. Louis.

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37. Early Jewish ascetic 86. A confection: 2 wds. 38. Shallow 89. Spa employee 1. Bugle call 39. French department 91. Spread apart 5. Rug type 40. Europeans 93. Badly 9. Silenced 41. Teasdale the poet 94. Idem 15. Like a nice-Nelly 42. Broaden 95. Simple weapon 19. — podrida 43. Interprets 96. Medieval weapon 20. Falsehood 44. Bracket, for short 21. Like chatters in chat rooms 98. Word in a recipe 48. Flat-end smoke 100. Info 22. Russian river 49. OT villain 101. Tug-of-war 23. Dental procedure: 2 wds. 50. Consumerist Ralph — 104. Salad ingredient: 2 wds. 25. Peace offering: 2 wds. 53. Gush 107. — — — wrong tree 27. After delta 57. Arboreal creature: Var. 109. Hotel chain 28. Gem 59. Lock 110. Nappy 29. Wall pier 60. Surround: 2 wds. 111. Girasol 30. Hybrid citrus fruit 61. Feminine name 112. Be worthy of 31. Mote 113. Where Oshkosh is: Abbr. 63. Copper-tin-zinc alloy 32. Bridge seat 64. Dells 34. Drug in “Brave New World” 114. Glowing bits 65. Ralph — Emerson 115. Tree trunk 36. Mako 66. “— in terris” 116. Narcotize 37. Stress 67. Fiber plant 41. Term in math: 2 wds. 70. Charon’s craft 44. Greek letters 1. Hill 71. “Star —” 45. Stratagem 2. — ferox 74. Kind of bear 46. Self: Prefix 3. Drop 75. Horde 47. Strange: Prefix 4. Mandarin orange variety 79. Plant genus 48. Discipline 5. Booth 80. Affectation 51. — contra 6. Red River city 84. Producing bone 52. Rends 7. Man in balance 86. Oh, woe! 54. Chore 8. Mousse 87. Mirabile — 55. Fabled racer 9. Schnozzle 88. Made an electronic sound 56. Harsh in tone 10. Make free 90. Noble 58. Made fit for 11. Go furtively 91. Blank character 60. Bodybuilders: Hyph. 12. Skep 92. — pence 61. Loves 13. Pt. on a compass 95. Hot compress 62. Starts afresh: 5 wds. 14. Society girl 96. Lesson 66. Arranged by twos 15. Of the sole of the foot 97. Place for a bracelet 68. Poet Juan — Jimenez 16. Let 98. Partly: Prefix 69. Rescue event 17. Pre-Columbian ruler 99. Gets darker 72. Aids 18. — -jongg 100. Try 73. Hodgepodge 24. Corona 101. Mob VIP 74. Chums 26. Too hasty 102. Play the lead 76. Maple genus 28. Young bivalve 103. Word on a road sign 77. — of worms 31. Got rid of 104. Moo 78. Sagacious 32. Release 105. Dutch commune 81. Church calendar 33. Vaulted area 106. Burton or Allen 82. Wrath 34. A cephalopod 107. Billy — Thornton 83. Outside: Prefix 35. ER visitors 108. Sch. subj. 85. Stewart and Serling 36. Offspring

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Storied Past A local writer specializes in crafting memoirs for others, but has an interesting tale of her own. By Connie Mitchell | Photo by Sarah Conroy

athy Evans isn’t used to telling her own story. Rather, her passion and vocation focus on other people’s stories. Through her business, Write for You Life Stories, Evans has written and produced more than 50 personal memoirs in the past 17 years for people from all walks of life. So when asked about her own background, she almost hesitates before plunging into the tale of how an occupational therapist ended up a biographer. Evans’ professional journey began in 2001 when she needed a change. “I very much liked being an occupational therapist, but some aspects of it weren’t a good fit for me,” she says. “My favorite aspect of doing therapy was hearing people’s stories, and I always got to know my patients’ personal histories.” When providing occupational therapy services in clients’ homes, Evans often ended up spending much longer than expected listening to her clients and asking questions over a cup of tea. “Then, in a chance conversation with an acquaintance, I asked what a mutual friend of ours was up to,” she says. “He said, ‘She’s writing life stories as a therapeutic intervention at MossRehab in Philadelphia.’ It was one of those watershed moments. I thought, ‘Hmm, that’s what I’m going to do for the rest of my life, starting now.’” Evans had been writing poetry and short stories for many years as a hobby. “I have 67 rejection slips to show for my efforts at writing poetry and short stories, but it taught me how to write,” she says with a laugh. However, writing books was a whole new endeavor, and Evans had no local mentors in the field. Her only option was to dive in and learn by doing. “I spent six months writing about a dozen memoirs, not book-length,” she says. “I went to the JCA [Jewish Center for Aged], spoke with the activities director and said I needed practice. I asked for residents to interview and said I would give a copy of whatever I wrote to them and their families.” As she practiced, Evans was preparing to offer memoir-writing services in a medical or rehabilitation setting, which she knew would require grant funding to support her work. “Then a friend said, ‘I wish somebody would do that with my mother,’” Evans says. “I realized that if I could do it as a private business, I wouldn’t have to be constantly writing grants.” The result: Write for You Life Stories, LLC. Individuals work with Evans to create a book, which can range anywhere from fewer than 100 to more than 700 pages. Over the course of multiple interviews, Evans documents the facts, values and personal tone of each client’s life, enabling her to ghostwrite an autobiography in the first person. “I also do background research to set the story in its time, place and culture and, in the process, often discover things about a client’s family that the client didn’t know,” she says. In a few cases, Evans writes in the third person, especially when the book covers a great deal of family history in addition to the individual remembrances of one person’s life or if the subject of the biography is no longer living. Most of Evans’ clients come to her through word of mouth, and she might be working on several memoirs at once. She charges by the hour, discussing the budget and scope of the project at an initial consultation before the interviewing process begins. Interviews can last from as few as six hours to hundreds of hours, sometimes taking years to complete. As a result, prices are in the five- and sixfigure range, which includes interviewing and writing.

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“It’s like getting on a train with someone, and neither of us knows where it’s going,” Evans says of the process. “The clients are familiar with their own life journeys, of course, but they don’t know what it will be like to write the book. On the client’s part, it takes a bit of courage and willingness to be open. I never take for granted what a privilege it is to be trusted with someone’s life history. “I usually begin by asking a client about their grandparents. It’s a little more comfortable to start by talking about someone else, and it’s crucial to include this material. Most of my clients are older, and their memories of grandparents are about as far back as we can reach into living history. This is part of the river of the family’s journey.” Evans begins writing immediately and provides drafts for the client’s review early in the process. “That will let us both know if I have the client’s voice right,” she says. “Either the client will relax and trust is created, or if I’m off track, I have a chance to correct course right away before we get too far into it. Giving the client a draft early on will let us both know. … ” She then works with freelance copy editors and designers to create the finished product, typically a small run of 10 to 200 books. Her father, a retired Presbyterian minister, also assists with genealogical research when needed. “One of my favorites was one of my first,” Evans says. “A woman’s daughter hired me to write her story. I called her to set up the appointment and said to plan for about an hour. She said, ‘I can’t talk about my life for a whole hour! I grew up in south St. Louis during the Depression – end of story!’ Of course, we had a number of hourlong interviews, not just one, and that client found out she had a rich, beautiful story.” Evans loves getting to know her clients over time, seeing them go deeper into their memories and making sense of their lives in a new way. “I love the process, and love the finish: being able to put a beautiful book in my client’s hand,” she says. She notes that everyone has a remarkable story – most people just have never told it to anyone before. Evans’ own story would make for a good book, but she says she hopes to finish her father’s memoir first. “It’s important to know that writing memoir is not a matter of vanity – it’s an act of generosity, a gift to your family,” she says. “I say to reluctant clients, ‘Think what it would mean if you had the life story of your parents or grandparents. You are the keeper of your family stories, and you can give that gift to your descendants.’” Write for You Life Stories, 314-740-8859, writeforyoustl.com

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arg Continental Restaurant, which opened this past spring in the St. Louis Hills neighborhood of that city, offers hungry guests authentic Afghan cuisine. Barg, which takes its name from the Afghan language’s word for “leaf,” comes from coowners Ameen Akbarzada and Zack Zabih. According to Zabih, the two Afghanistan natives, who have been friends for 16 years, met after immigrating here to work as role-players for the National Guard of the United States. (Zabih also served as an interpreter for the U.S. Marines.) Barg fills the space previously occupied by MK’s Asian

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Persuasion. Its vibrant red-and-gold palette accentuates plush traditional seating in the back section of the dining room, whose capacity totals 90 guests. At a young age, Akbarzada got experience in the kitchen while working at a small restaurant with his father. His menu at Barg features dishes inspired by the food he grew up with. “All of them are hard work and my favorite, but the people right now like the samosa and the bolani,” says Zabih, who serves as the restaurant’s chef. “They eat it with the sauce and love it every time they come here. The mantu is always very good. I make everything fresh myself.”

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and garnished with sautéed carrots and raisins. For something slightly more casual, an Afghani burger features a pound of coriander- and cuminspiced ground beef wrapped in naan flatbread with sweet-and-spicy ketchup, cilantro and marinated cucumber, with french fries. A mixed grill features a combination of ground beef, chicken and lamb kebabs, served with rice and naan. An Emperor platter features a combination of lamb, chicken and koobideh kebabs served with shirazi salad, eggplant boorani, grilled tomatoes and rice. All of which sound like delectable options before catching A Doll’s House, Part 2 from The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis.

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‌Story: Fifteen years after Nora Helmer abruptly walked out on her family in late 19th-century Norway, she knocks on the same door she previously slammed in an act of defiance against her husband, Torvald. She’s recognized by her longtime nanny, Anne Marie, who also cared for Nora’s three children after mysteriously abandoning her own daughter many years before. Nora had written Anne Marie in advance to make sure she would at least be allowed access to her former home. She’s come back with a purpose. She never actually divorced Torvald, and now an especially punitive judge will likely punish her severely if he finds out she is a married woman who has had affairs and challenged the very concept of marriage for a decade and a half. As Nora subsequently has made a very fine living as a feminist novelist, her unpopular views target her for revenge by a male-dominated society. She suspects her return will fuel a response by her husband, but she doesn’t count on the unexpected reception she is given by her grown-up daughter Emmy, who was just a small child when Nora left. There is an old bromide that “time heals all wounds.” Does that hold true in the Helmer household? Highlights: The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis joins 26 other companies nationwide that are staging Lucas Hnath’s clever and creative “sequel” to Henrik Ibsen’s 19th-century masterpiece, A Doll’s House, in the 2018-19 theater season. In the case of The Rep, director Timothy Near and her colleagues present a smart, stylish rendition of Hnath’s one-act work that will keep one guessing and pondering its ramifications well beyond the show’s conclusion. Other Info: Hnath’s original work premiered on Broadway just last year, running for six months and garnering eight Tony Award nominations, including a Best Actress Award for Laurie Metcalf. His effort runs approximately 90 minutes and includes abundant comic moments amid the serious topics raised. The Rep’s version benefits from an arresting set designed by Scott C. Neale. It’s a drawing room or living room which looks more like an attic, where chairs are stacked upon one another in a corner and the back wall is dirty and grungy, appearing cleaner only where portraits and pictures have been removed. A lonely rocking horse accentuates the forlorn atmosphere. The major problem with A Doll’s House, Part 2 is Hnath’s insistence on contemporary vernacular spoken by the four 19th-century characters. Vulgarities spouted casually and frequently in today’s society seem jarringly out of sync with the play’s setting, even given its subject matter. Nevertheless, this is intentional on Hnath’s part, perhaps to “modernize” the characters. Hnath’s dialogue offers plenty of food for thought and is handled with considerable élan by Near’s well-

cast quartet. Especially noteworthy is Andrea Abello’s performance as Emmy. Abello delivers the young woman’s acerbic and pointed response to her mother’s arrival with as much persuasion from the way she cocks her head as how she delivers Hnath’s pithy lines. It’s an engaging and refreshing performance. Tina Johnson shows the essence of Anne Marie, who alternately reprimands Nora for her unconventional escape from the strictures on women in Norwegian society while needing to be reminded of how she herself abandoned her own daughter. The pivotal role of Nora is handled with aplomb and pinpoint persuasion by Caralyn Kozlowski, who shapes her character’s substantial philosophical and social questions with clarity as a woman who’s seen life from two radically different perspectives, yet still chafes for complete freedom from a society built by men to keep their women repressed. She adds or subtracts layers of clothing as Nora contemplates her possible outcomes. Completing the quartet in finely wrought style is Michael James Reed as the buttoned-down, repressed Torvald. Reed’s Torvald stiffly acknowledges Nora’s return, rebukes her for what she’s done to their family and then makes a tardy attempt to reconcile with his wife, even to her satisfaction if possible. He’s at his best as he sits crumpled with a bandaged head, a nice touch by Near to symbolize Torvald’s precipitous decline. The backstory to A Doll’s House is fascinating reading, something Hnath doubtless delved into during his research. While paying homage to Ibsen’s literary landmark, Hnath continues the original’s path to controversy with this substantial sequel. See Near’s impressive version, and draw your own conclusions. Company: The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis Venue: Browning Mainstage, Loretto-Hilton Center for the Performing Arts, 130 Edgar Road Dates: Through Nov. 4 (except Monday, Oct. 29) Tickets: $19 to $92; contact 314-968-4925 or repstl.org Rating: A 4.5 on a scale of 1-to-5

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The Wine Life WHAT I AM DRINKING NOW… By Stanley Browne

‌2016 SHERIDAN VINEYARD MYSTIQUE – YAKIMA VALLEY, WASHINGTON Grape: 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Merlot, 25% Cabernet Franc Owner/Winemaker: Scott Greer Approximate Retail Price: $28 Website: sheridanvineyard.com TASTING NOTES: Color: Deep ruby, reflective, opaque Aroma: Intense cassis laced with violet petal, black cherry, leather, mild tobacco and black tea Taste: Rich plum and cherry with a hint of blue fruit, balanced minerality and acid, long mouthwatering finish

heridan Vineyard was founded in 1997 by Scott Greer in the Yakima River Valley of Washington State. Having originally purchased 76 acres there, Greer initially planted cabernet sauvignon, cabernet franc and syrah, with the first bottling in 2000. Since

then, he has added merlot and chardonnay, for a total of 100 acres planted to vine with a total production of 6,000 cases. The Yakima Valley American Viticultural Area – Washington’s first AVA (1983) – occupies the southern part of the state, in and around the city of Zillah, extending to the west. It neighbors other AVAs and sub-AVAs such as Rattlesnake Hills, Horse Heaven Hills and Red Mountain. Sheridan’s wines are, in a word, big. Even its chardonnay, La Belle Blonde, though elegant, balanced and smooth, boasts a fair oak treatment and malolactic fermentation – a winemaking process involving the conversion and softening of one sort of acid into another – giving it the oaky-buttery style so widely adored. Similarly, Sheridan’s 100 percent cabernet franc, Boss Block, can easily be marked among the best such wines from the nation’s western coast. Sheridan’s self-described “hedonistic” L’Orage, a cabernet/cabernet franc blend, makes a more outspoken brother to the winery’s

Block 1, being a more elegant, sexy 100 percent cabernet sauvignon. And Sheridan’s syrah, Singularity, reigns as an intense, inky, rich, smoky king among wines, easily mimicking Northern Rhône’s finest. Finally, the aptly named Mystique – a blend of cabernet, cabernet franc and merlot – turns the mind to the macabre with its velvety texture, spice and rich complexity. The exact blend on this wine changes from vintage to vintage, helping to preserve consistency in style and appeal. For the price, Sheridan’s Mystique remains leagues ahead of its competitors, demonstrating superior quality and affordability. Drinkable now and easily over the next 10 to 15 years, the 2016 ranks as a must for any “big red” devotee. Food Pairings: Grilled rib-eye, roasted lamb, anything smoked, pan-roasted duck and stinky cheeses.

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St. Louis’ Missouri History Museum, in collaboration with Hispanic Festival Inc., hosts the annual DÍA DE LOS MUERTOS FESTIVAL at the museum. The public is invited to join the free, family-friendly celebration that features beautifully decorated altars representing a variety of Latin American traditions, live music and dance performances, an art display, food and drink vendors, souvenir printmaking, a procession through Forest Park, and a number of other activities for the whole family. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. mohistory.org.

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The St. Louis County Library Foundation’s Reading Garden Event Series presents popular children’s book author SARAH MLYNOWSKI at the library’s Daniel Boone branch in Ellisville. Mlynowski will discuss and sign her newest book, Whatever After: Seeing Red. Whatever After, a New York Times best-selling series, follows the adventures of siblings Abby and Jonah, whose magic mirror leads them into different fairy tales, from Snow White to Rapunzel to the Little Mermaid. In each fairy tale, Abby and Jonah accidentally mess up the story – and put it all back together in new and fun ways. Doors at 5:30 p.m., event at 6:30 p.m. Free. slcl.org.

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The St. Louis Civic Orchestra kicks off its 2018-19 season with Mozart’s SINFONIA CONCERTANTE FOR FOUR WINDS and Rachmaninoff ’s SYMPHONY NO. 2 IN E MINOR at the William D. Purser, DC Center on the campus of Logan University in Chesterfield. The orchestra brings professional and amateur musicians together to offer the community a high-quality experience of symphonic talent and enjoyment. It performs under the musical leadership of maestro Edward Dolbashian and concertmaster Carolina Neves. 7 p.m. $18. stlco.org.

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models. He would go up to people on the street and invite them to be ven given its own stratospheric standards and unimpeachable painted by him. reputation, the Saint Louis Art Museum has scored a “Kehinde wanted to go to Ferguson as one of the locations to cast nonpareil victory with its latest exhibition. individuals for the paintings, but we also had a group of local people “Kehinde Wiley: Saint Louis,” that free exhibition, who were affiliated with the museum and other cultural organizations opened a week ago in Galleries 249 and 250 of the museum’s who went with us and Kehinde and his team on the casting day. We East Building under the oversight of Simon Kelly, curator of modern cast all the models in one day and and contemporary art, and Hannah then invited them to come back Klemm, assistant curator of modern to the museum the next day to be and contemporary art, with research photographed for the paintings. assistant Molly Moog. It runs through “We had an amazing turnout – nearly Feb. 10. everyone we invited the previous day The exhibition, which comprises 11 came to the museum to participate. The paintings original to the metro area, individuals were invited to wear their ranks as a victory on two main counts. own clothing to the photo shoot, and First, astonishingly, more than their attire often becomes an important half a century after the birth of the part of the paintings.” civil rights movement, Wiley – a native Inspiring Wiley’s 11 oils were a Angeleno who now lives alternately like number of carefully chosen works in New York and Beijing – ranks as in the museum’s holdings, running the only African-American to paint a vast gamut across time and space. an official U.S. presidential portrait. “The paintings [and single statue] that Washington, D.C.’s Smithsonian Kehinde has used from the museum’s National Portrait Gallery unveiled his collection date from the 1540s to 1920 stunning depiction of former President and range from Renaissance portraits to Barack Obama in February. German Expressionist works,” Kelly says. Second, as noted, the exhibition’s He continues that the artist gestation commenced locally, as Kelly requested the museum refrain from and Klemm explain. “The genesis of displaying the visual springboards the show – long before the portrait of in the same galleries as the new oils: former President Obama! – dates back “However, they will all be on view in to the fall of 2015 and conversations Gerard ter Borch, Dutch,1617-1681; Jacob de Graeff, c.1674; oil on panel; the permanent collection galleries with Kehinde’s gallerist, Julie Roberts 20 3/8 x 14 inches; Saint Louis Art Museum, museum purchase 139:1916 for the duration of the show and will of [Culver City, California’s] Roberts be identified in an accompanying Projects,” Kelly says. “Hannah and I exhibition brochure, as well as on museum labels.” subsequently met with Kehinde and his team in Miami in December 2016. Dimensionally, Klemm adds that Wiley, for the new exhibition, Kehinde came to St. Louis in the summer of 2017 to see the art museum created “works on par [with] and sometimes even bigger than their collection and street-cast his models.” historical counterparts. The largest work in the exhibition is a painting of Klemm continues: “He mentioned early on wanting to get out into three figures that’s approximately 9 by 11 feet. The other works are still the city to scout for models. This has been a part of his process for large, around 8 by 6 feet or 5 by 6 feet.” many years. Starting in Harlem around 2001, he has ‘street-cast’ for his

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Kehinde Wiley, American, born 1977; Jacob de Graeff, 2018; courtesy of the artist and roberts Projects, Los Angeles, california ÂŠ Kehinde Wiley

Kehinde Wiley, American, born 1977; Three Girls in a Wood, 2018; courtesy of the artist and roberts Projects, Los Angeles, california © Kehinde Wiley

who’s recognized for his interest in representations of African-Americans On his website, Wiley characterizes himself as “a contemporary and Africans around the world, working with members of our local descendent of a long line of portraitists,” among them the Italian community. It gives us a real opportunity for contemporary art to Renaissance giant Titian, the French Neoclassicist Jean-Augusteconnect with people. Dominique Ingres, and the 18th-century English rivals Sir Joshua Reynolds “His use of historical sources as a starting point also addresses art and Thomas Gainsborough. Kelly concurs with that characterization. history, the history of culture and how understanding these things can “Kehinde is reinvigorating this long tradition of historical portraiture, also be understood in the present moment.” giving it new meaning by replacing historical subjects with contemporary Finally, Wiley’s website states that he began painting women in black sitters,” he says. “He takes these Old Masters’ works and gives 2012, and to the extent that contemporary art them new resonance by reimagining poses and criticism is debating the potential objectionable gestures, using young black men and women objectification of them (especially in nudes) in who are often dressed in brands like Nike standard portraiture, Klemm briefly addresses and Timberland, which themselves serve as that turn of events. instruments of coded power and meaning.” Starting with a 2012 series titled An Kelly also briefly mulls how to further Economy of Grace, she says, Wiley “worked with position Wiley’s portraits historically in Riccardo Tisci, a fashion designer who created conception and execution. “Kehinde’s work couture gowns for the models. He was very interrogates the history of art and particularly interested in the history of the objectification of the absence of black subjects in Western women in art, in particular portraiture, and has historical portraiture,” he says. “Kehinde is been representing women in his paintings since interested in the ways in which these historical this point. portraits reinforced a dominant power structure “In ‘Kehinde Wiley: Saint Louis,’ he’s that itself promoted an imperialist and otto Müller, German, 1874-1930; Three Girls in a Wood, represented more women than men and done colonialist agenda in which black populations c.1920; oil and tempera on burlap mounted on panel; works that are double portraits, with a male and a were enslaved and oppressed.” 48 x 53 1/16 inches; Saint Louis Art Museum, bequest of female model. He also clothes all his figures, even Given Wiley’s current status as such an Morton D. May 916:1983 if the original source painting had a nude figure, artistic hot commodity, both Kelly and Klemm which also brings the image into the contemporary. express excitement over curating a site-specific exhibition by him. “His “I think he has the same aim, to empower African-American women in work appeals to me not only on a formal level but also on a conceptual his works and look at the way that women were objectified, the history of one, particularly because of the way in which he addresses histories of power and the languages and symbols of power.” empire, colonialism and slavery,” Kelly says. The unveiling of the Obama portrait, Klemm says, “makes it such a good time for this show to be happening: He’s a contemporary artist Saint Louis Art Museum, 1 Fine Arts Drive, St. Louis, 314-721-0072, slam.org

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