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ROSS BUTLER PHOTOGRAPHY TED SUN There are thousands of reasons to love Ross Butler, but lately his fans have been obsessed with thirteen of them. When his smash hit series 13 Reasons Why debuted in late March of this year, it instantly became a global phenomenon. Now that the 27-year-old actor has officially gone supernova, BELLO wanted to catch up with him to see how his life has changed since the series debuted, how he stays in such impressive shape, and how he enjoys his time off.

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04 Letter From The Editor 05 BELLO Obsessions 06 Top Down With The BMW 2 Series Convertible 07 Silvia Tcherassi (Fashion) 08 NATALIE MORALES 18 Eastwick (Fashion) 34 Golden Glow (Fashion)

52 BELLO IT Guy Malcolm David Kelley 54 Cover Story ROSS BUTLER 68 ROSS BUTLER Interview 73 Nail His Look (Beauty) 74 Masthead 75 TB Moment COLIN O'DONOGHUE

40 Rachel (Fashion) 50 BELLO IT Girl Cailee Rae

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AUGUST 2017 Ciao Bellos, Summer's not over until it's over, right (i.e. September 22nd)? Well, official end of the season aside, many of you may already be back in school or at work; or if you're like me, you may have enjoyed a nice 'staycation.' Back in June I was pretty sure that my summer would be relaxing. Our cover shoots were done for the summer and I was planning on possibly going to Palm Springs for a couple of weeks. But that's when things went crazy. And by crazy, I mean crazy good for the magazine! Our #1 summer mission had always been to find a new location for BELLO that had a nice studio space and showroom. The plan was to be up and running by September/October. Expanding to a showroom was something we at BELLO Media Group wanted to do for a very long time. It was an organic decision that I made with my life/business partner, and we both knew it was about to open a huge new chapter in our lives. I believe that things always happen for a reason and once you send that energy out into the Universe (which I am pretty sure is powered by our subconscious) things align as they should. Sure, mistakes are human nature and will always be important parts of the journey, but if you don't let yourself and your ego be influenced by doubts, insecurities, and negative people, things will always find a way of coming together. Over the course of several days we ended up making the decision to partner in a new adventure for this showroom of our dreams. Enter Alexandra Tuil, someone we've collaborated with together in the past. She was working in a showroom in DTLA and even though our paths never crossed in person until recently, she had also decided to make a big move of her own -- taking her adventure out of downtown and moving it closer to glam-action-central, aka West Hollywood/Beverly Hills. From that very moment, the union between BELLO Media Group and Maison PrivĂŠe was officially born, and we could not possibly be happier! It's only been a month and we are already thinking about getting a newer and bigger location for the end of the year where we will make all of our magic happen -- from events, to photoshoots, and so much more. On that note, let me wish you all a wonderful end of August, make sure to wear proper eye-protection if you stare at that solar eclipse, and enjoy this issue with the very handsome Ross Butler, the stunning and sexy Nathalie Morales, along with some fabulous Fashion Stories.

Aleksandar Tomovic Editor in Chief

Photography Stephane Marquet

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Top-down with the BMW 2 Series Convertible by Steven Carver

The kidney-shaped grille, twin circular headlamps, long hood and short overhangs, and a rakish roofline are visual signatures of BMWs. Whether a compact or a full-size model, they’re easily recognized while sitting still or zipping through the autobahn. BMW sets benchmarks for which all other automakers of luxury sport vehicles have tried to duplicate and the 2 Series is no different. Launched in 1966, 2 Series has represented a sporting driving dynamic and – for lovers of top-down experiences – added a convertible to the fray one year later. Available in a few trim levels, the 2 Series Convertible combines a low-slung silhouette and dynamically stretched lines with compact proportions, akin to the distinctive looks of the 2 Series Coupe. The overall appearance is trim and muscular, with the appropriate bulges and curves to demonstrate strength and sensuality. The lines of the multi-layered fabric roof (available in a choice of colors) enhance the exterior of the 2 Series Convertible. In 20 seconds, the soft-top disappears with the touch of a button. A feeling of lightness prevails, and cabin noise lev-

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els are kept at a breezy volume for four passengers via optimized acoustic technology. It’s time to enjoy an exhilarating open-top driving experience. The design of the interior is headlined by modern functionality, high-quality materials and a driver-focused display panel. The arrangement of controls harks to other BMW models: the audio system and climate control are set against highgloss black surfaces, and the air vents have chrome surrounds. A range of standard and optional driver assistance systems and mobility services from BMW ConnectedDrive – optimizing comfort, safety, and infotainment experiences – is unique in the segment. Powertrain specs are identical to the coupes, with the 230i powered by a turbocharged 2.0-liter inline-four (248 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque) while the M240i gets BMW's 3.0-liter turbocharged inline-six (335 hp and 369 lb-ft of torque). Putting the power to the tarmac is an eight-speed Steptronic sport transmission with Launch Control function (and paddle shifters on the wheel) or a sixspeed manual gearbox. The M version can zoom from 0-60 in less than five seconds. How’s that for fast?

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The driving experience balances performance and comfort via BMW’s precision-tuned chassis technology. Systems like the Standard Dynamic Stability Control (which incorporates Anti-lock Braking System, Dynamic Traction Control, Cornering Brake Control and Dynamic Brake Control) are complemented by Brake Assist and Limited Slip Differential emulating Active Differential Brake (ADB-Sport) to keep the car on track, and the optional xDrive (the company's intelligent all-wheel drive system) enhances both agility and stability on grippy and slippery road surfaces. The BMW 2 Series Convertible provides a perfect balance of design, comfort, power and chassis engineering, delivering an emotional response not achieved by technology alone. And while copying is known to be a sincere form of flattery, at least its competitors are reaching for the top(less) in order to do so.

Independent woman Being a fashion designer in the present day isn’t a simple job and owning a fashion house isn’t any easier. It takes a lot of hard work, relationships, resources, and good timing (not to mention a bit of luck) to succeed. The ones who make it big usually end up employed at another brand, while those with eponymous – and independently owned – companies are few and far in between. For Sylvia Tcherassi, fashion is family. Using her natural sense of style to create shirts embellished with exotic skins in the 1980’s, she and her mother founded a company that did things their way. Today, Altamoda S.A.S. is recognized for its entrepreneurial leadership (the company is in charge of the production and marketing of their collections, the operation of sales channels, and the development of new business), while balancing the fine line of art and commerce. Additional accomplishments include receiving the Medal of the Order of Arts and Letters by the French government, being invited as a special guest to present during the official calendar of Paris and Milan fashion weeks, as well as authoring “Elegancia sin Esfuerzo” (Effortless Elegance). But it doesn’t stop there. Tcherassi expanded her empire with the opening of the first Tcherassi Hotel + Spa in Cartagena de Indias, Colombia. As a restored 250-year-old colonial mansion, Mansion Tcherassi offers luxurious guest accommodations that feature high ceilings, rich wood floors, private balconies and large open bathrooms, an elegant Italian restaurant and lounge overlooking a vertical garden, a full service spa, four pools and a roof deck with 360 degree views of the historic city and sea. Very stylish. When it comes to her fashion collections, Tcherassi’s aesthetic can also be defined

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as eclectic, yet classic. Known for crisp blouses, loose fitting trousers, her play with pattern (often inspired by travels, photography and nature), the seasonal ready-to-wear collections (as well as a custom “Atelier” line), are an extension of her brand’s philosophy. For resort 2018, the shapes of flowers became the main source of inspiration. Flora appear on luxurious cotton, deconstructed in different garments, contrasted with stripes, polka dots and squares, and incorporated in the beautiful artisan bags handcrafted using ancestral techniques of the Mocaná tribe. The sil-

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houettes are flattering to any body type with off the shoulder tops that expose a hint of – bronzed – skin, voluminous sleeves, ties that gather and create a modern, 60s-influenced shape. With an earthy and organic color palette, the aesthetic is glamorous, yet grounded in sentimentality. The Sylvia Tcherassi woman lives la dolce vita; it’s part of her lifestyle. Whether globe-trotting or staying put, she’s smart and sophisticated, and like Sylvia Tcherassi herself, she’s doing things her way and loving every second of it.

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PHOTOGRAPHY ARTHUR GALVAO

SPOT LIGHT

A WOMAN FOR ALL SEASONS:

NATALIE MORALES By Hiko Mitsuzuka @TheFirstEcho

Natalie Morales is more than a familiar face you’ve seen on TV (Parks and Recreation, The Grinder) and in films (Wall Street: Money Never Sleeps, the upcoming Battle of the Sexes). She’s that multi-hyphenate, an actress who wears many of those proverbial hats, something that 2010s Hollywood requires more and more from any artist whose star wattage is growing brighter and brighter by the minute. The outspoken yet private Florida native was the “insomniac child” of a “single mom who worked a lot.” Young Natalie ended up watching a lot of Nick at Nite reruns with her Cuban grandparents. Classic sitcoms like I Love Lucy (“The fact that you can make a show in the 50s, and it’s still very, very funny today? ...Impressive.”), Taxi (“one of my favorite shows”), The Bob Newhart Show, and The Mary Tyler Moore Show were major influences as were the comedic stylings of Buster Keaton…and Paul Reiser? “To be honest,” she explains, “I love Paul Reiser. I think Paul Reiser is brilliant. I loved Mad About You [in the 90s] and I love everything he does. So he was a big inspiration to me.” That inspiration guided grown-up Natalie down a colorful career path that included roles on ABC’s Trophy Wife, HBO’s The Newsroom, and USA’s White Collar. But what she has already accomplished in 2017 alone is another kind of inspiration…

NATALIE THE AUTHORITY First and most recently, she’s a commanding presence as Deputy Anne Garcia on Netflix’s Santa Clarita Diet, the show about an undead suburban realtor named Sheila (Drew Barrymore) who eats people. Season 2 of the dark comedy, which is currently in production, doesn’t premiere until early next year, but Morales promises that it “really amps up everything that happened in the first. If you think of the first season as an introduction to this concept, the second season is just action-packed and kind of crazy.” When we last saw Anne, she was close to learning the truth behind her partner’s disappearance (*Months-old spoiler: he was killed with a shovel to the head, and Sheila consumed the evidence–but he totally deserved it). “I don’t see myself in her at all,” Natalie reflects on her tough-but-offbeat character. “That’s what is exciting about it. When I got offered that part, I was like, how can I make her as weird as humanly possible? I just wanted her to be a real weirdo who really cares about her job, really cares about Jesus, really cares about this woman that she’s in love with but isn’t telling anyone about, and is very intimidating to a woman who can kill and eat me and a guy who’s twice my size. How can I do that? I think it’s authority and being unpredictable, so that’s what I was trying to do with that character.” NATALIE THE DIRECTOR Morales has also been developing a taste for being behind the camera, helming several music videos and passion projects (Google the powerful short film Pulaski) in between acting. She’s a lover of all kinds of filmmaking. "I'm not one of those people who just sits on a set and only worries about her job,” she explains. “When they call 'cut,' I don't bury myself in my phone. I've always been the person to look around and see what everyone is doing and see what the intricate parts of every little aspect of making something are." As a director, she prefers to broaden her horizons and not stick to one genre. “I like Clueless just as much as I like Alien. Although, I guess if they had any similarity, it’d be that they have a strong female lead that I could relate to in a sense.” Dress THOMAS WYLDE Ring & Earings ROZALIYA 9

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NATALIE THE HEARTFELT WRITER This past summer, Natalie made headlines with a deeply personal and inspiring entry she wrote for Amy Poehler’s Smart Girls. In the post, she recounted her experiences while developing feelings for another girl in high school. Although she preferred not to label herself, she identified as queer. Some of the media had a field day with it, interpreting this coming out in different ways. The overall reaction though, according to Morales, has “been mostly really good. I do have the quality filter turned on on my Twitter, so I don’t see a lot of bad messages, which I know is sort of living in a ignorance-is-bliss situation, but I don’t care! It’s nice. I do think the biggest thing I realized is that people don’t read anything but headlines sometimes, so a lot of people think I’m gay, which is not what I wrote, but you know, that’s fine. Think whatever you want. I don’t care. To be honest, I didn’t know or expect that to blow up in the way that it did. I was just writing a piece for a site that caters to young women, and hopefully all young people, and it blew up in a way that I did not imagine, which is sort of contradictory to what the article was about. It was about how I didn’t want anyone to know about me because I’m a very private person, and then suddenly it blew up, which is really weird.” NATALIE THE SOCIALLY-CONSCIOUS CREATOR The tragic events in Charlottesville, Virginia, its aftermath, and the strife felt throughout the country was yet another test on every American’s sanity. When asked how she copes with such a tumultuous political climate, Morales isn’t sure: “I don’t know that I do, to be really honest. I don’t think I’ve figured out a way [to stay sane]…I feel like the last few months, even if you voted for Trump and you think you’ve made the right choice, we’re still living, all of us, [at this point where] we wake up in the morning and already feel this level of anxiety because things are very uncertain and scary across the board. I think it’s a little bit bigger for those who did not vote for Trump and are against everything he stands for. I think we are probably a little more scared because we see things down the road that Trump supporters don’t and haven’t seen. Or at least we suspect that these things will continue to get worse, whereas Trump supporters are hoping that things get better. I think across the board it’s this base-level of anxiety that we all kind of exist with now, and I think that operating with that at all times makes everything else kind of crazy. The only way that I find that I can get through it is by taking some social media breaks throughout the day. I don’t check it all day because that would make me crazy, although sometimes I do get in that mood. I also try to spend a lot of times with friends. I really like to cook for my friends and make weird dumb stuff.” That weird, dumb stuff included a “really, really, really absurd video” Morales made for Funny or Die after last year’s presidential election. (Look up “One Job – Always Something”.) “I was like, we’re not gonna talk about the election at all,” she remembers. “And we’re just making escapism for two minutes, that’s all we’re gonna do…and then we can put it on the Internet and escape whenever we want to…I needed comedy and I needed friends to sort of build back the reserve. That’s what fuels me up. If I’m gonna fight, I need that fuel.” That fuel will continue to propel her into more dynamic roles like Rosie Casals in September’s Battle of the Sexes, starring Emma Stone and Steve Carell. The 70s sports dramedy, directed by Valerie Faris and Jonathan Dayton (Little Miss Sunshine), focuses on the days leading up to the legendary tennis match between Billie Jean King and Bobby Riggs. Morales plays King’s doubles partner. “It was the opportunity of lifetime,” she gushes. “And it was really such a pleasure working with everyone on that, and I know that sounds like such bullshit because that’s what everyone says about every job, but it’s true. Emma Stone is incredible. It’s awesome…and Steve Carrell, oh my God, is so good in it. It’s a really special movie.”

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The year 2000 ushered in many great things, not the least of which is the fact that singer Cailee Rae was born that year. Originally from Saint Louis, Cailee recently moved to start a new life in Los Angeles -- a perfect choice considering Cailee's music career is about to explode. Case in point, her brand new EP, Overthinking, was just released which includes her stunning single 'Anchor.' We had the chance to catch up with Cailee and ask her a few of our burning questions. Which singer would you say is your biggest musical inspiration? Honestly it's a combination of a few different people. I pull inspiration for different reasons. Some for their writing, some for vocals, and some for just the whole package. But I think that's how I found myself as my own artist. I learned from different people rather than just looking up to one specific artist. How long did it take you to create your EP Overthinking, and what would you say is the theme that connects all the songs together? It only took a few months! I just wanted to write songs that were light and fun and about growing up. If you could be in three dream destinations at once, what would those places be? OMG! Japan, Bali, and Thailand! As summer comes to an end, and our thoughts turn to the fall, describe to us what you would consider to be the ultimate autumn day? I love fall in NYC. The ultimate day would be walking around New York City, a little bundled up stuffing my face with pizza. Of course with my boyfriend and friends! I'm working on some music right now that I am SO excited about. It is so true to me and how I have evolved, and I think people will be surprised but also so happy about it! Stay tuned! Read Cailee's full interview on www.BELLOmag.com

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Some our readers may remember Malcolm David Kelley from his work on the cult classic ABC series “Lost.” Some may remember him for being the MK in the hit-making duo MKTO (“Classic” anyone?). After taking a break to focus on music, he is back in a BIG way, co-starring in the highly anticipated film Detroit from Oscar winning director Kathryn Bigelow and Oscar winning screenwriter Mark Boal. Joining an incredible cast that includes names like John Boyega, Will Poulter, Anthony Mackie and John Krasinksi, Malcolm portrays “Michael Clark,” a young man who gets caught up and used as a pawn in the Algiers Motel incident that took place during the Detroit riots in 1967. We are so excited to see you back on the big screen. Tell us more about your new film Detroit and how you got involved. I appreciate that, I am ecstatic. Detroit is a about what happens to group of young people during one of darkest moments in the civil unrest that rocked Detroit in ’67. I play a character named "Michael Clark" who hangs in the Algiers motel. Cool smooth guy. I got involved through my team sending the audition I had to leave a for a performance the day after. I remember the sides for the audition were from another old movie. Then going through a couple auditions and then a chemistry test in the hills, and got parts of the script when I landed. The big reason that you took a step back from acting was your work with MKTO. Now that you guys are taking a little break, can we expect some some music from you as a solo artist? Yeah just wanted to put the work and time in to be respected as an artist. Definitely can expect some music. That was always my dream to make music and be able to tour and have both coincide with each other. Getting the opportunity to grow, learn, and experience the music industry with MKTOhas taught me a lot and can't wait to get more music out. Read Malcom's full interview on www.BELLOmag.com

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2017 is not even half finished, and it's already proven to be the year of a lifetime for Nathalie Emmanuel. In April, the 28-year-old British actress watched as her film The Fate of the Furious became the highest-grossing opening of all time -- even surpassing Star Wars: The Force Awakens. This July her blockbuster fantasy series, Game of Thrones, returns for its seventh season on HBO. And having recently returned home from shooting a cameo in Maze Runner: The Death Cure in dreamy South Africa, Nathalie is embarking on an exciting new chapter in her career. BELLO caught up with Nathalie by phone and she gave us an overview of what's coming up ...

ROSS BUTLER No Pain No Grain by Brent Lambert

There are thousands of reasons to love Ross Butler, but lately his fans have been obsessed with thirteen of them. When his smash hit series 13 Reasons Why debuted in late March of this year, it instantly became a global phenomenon. Now that the 27-year-old actor has officially gone supernova, BELLO wanted to catch up with him to see how his life has changed since the series debuted, how he stays in such impressive shape, and how he enjoys his time off.

It's no genetic accident that Ross Butler is fit as a fiddle. He works his tail off to keep in tip-top shape. "I work out between four to five times a week, and I alternate between a conditioning day and a strength day. They all have a cardio element to them, because right now on 13 Reasons I play a teen in junior high so I need to be trim. I can't be huge and bulky. It's all about maintaining my body weight and building some muscle, while cutting fat at the same time -- which is annoying and hard." Changing up his workout routine as often as possible is also important. "I have to alternate between strength and cardio every single day. Then every week the amount of reps changes to keep the body confused. But the roots of it all comes down to cardio." As challenging as maintaining his intense workout schedule can be at times, Ross admits his dietary regimen has become an even bigger challenge than his workouts since shooting on season two began a week ago on location in Napa Valley. "I used to get meal delivery where you would get all your meals prepared for the week. But they don't do that here." Ross has been forced to take things into his own hands with regards to his meals. "I've started cooking for myself -- which is miserable because there's a lot of things I don't know how to cook. There are very few things I know how to cook really well, and there are many things I have no idea how to cook at all. I didn't even know how to hard boil an egg [laughing]. In the mornings I'll have some starches which allow me to workout later, with a big protein, and I'm trying to cut out as many wheat carbs as possible." But like all the best health pros, Ross understands the importance of balance and rewards. "My favorite thing right now is Halo Top ice cream. It's a full pint of ice cream and it's only 280 calories. I just discovered it a week ago, and right now

I'm trying all the different flavors to find out which one is my favorite. I'm trying to be a lot more conscious about what I'm putting into my body. I allow myself one cheat day, or two cheat meals a week." Ross says staying in impeccable shape has now become a cornerstone of his career, telling BELLO he often finds himself in last-minute auditions for superhero films and series. "I began getting more serious about my body when the prospect of playing a superhero on screen became more real for me. Now that I'm starting to meet with people who are creating superhero movies, and meeting with casting directors who are seeing me for certain things, I realize that I need to be prepared all the time -- just in case I need to go in and they say, 'Hey, so let's see your 24-pack.' I'll be ready for that." When we asked about his audition process for 13 Reasons Why, Ross said it happened lightning fast. "It started in May 2016 when I was back home in D.C., and I got an email saying I needed to submit a video. I think everybody read for Justin or Clay, and I originally read for Justin, too. But for my audition I had to submit a tape, so I had my friend's mom help me -- there was nobody else around who could act, or who I felt comfortable enough reading lines with. Then I sent in the tape and they brought me back to read for Zach when I got back to L.A." From that moment on, everything immediately began to accelerate. "I went in on a Wednesday for Zach, I learned I got the part on a Friday, and I had to be in San Francisco to start work on the Monday. It was really exciting because it was my first regular role on a series, which is every actor's dream. Plus, it was Netflix, and I'd always wanted to be part of a Netflix show like House of Cards. The thing is, I didn't fully understand the magnitude of it until after it came out nine months later."

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The heavy subject matter of the show, which centers around a teenage girl's suicide, has led to deeper and more meaningful connections with his fans. But it was one viewer in particular whose experience truly hit close to home. "I had one of my old high school friends reach out to me on Facebook -- someone I hadn't talked to in at least ten years. We weren't super close in high school, but we were in a lot of the same clubs and classes together. He opened up and told me how he was dealing a lot with depression in school and had a lot of suicidal thoughts. And nobody had any idea -- not even me, and I knew him pretty well. That made me understand that it could be happening to anybody -- whether you're a 16-year-old girl or a 30-year-old man. That really hit home for me, when the show inspired an old friend to open up about his experience and share it with me. It really opened my eyes." Dealing with such heavy material has given an added importance to the cast's downtime off-camera. Ross says his video games are enormously helpful for disconnecting from the emotional intensity of the series. "I also got a Nintendo Switch which has been really fun to bring on set or play at home -- something I can play with all my buddies. I'm a big board gamer, too." But Ross's favorite hobby of late came from a chance discovery at a Japanese store near his home in Venice Beach. "I started to pick up Japanese wood carving. I went into this random shop in Venice Beach and they brought in a master Japanese carver to teach a class. Now I'm really into it. It's an amazing and very zen project to do on the side."

"Also, there's is a similarity between wood carving and acting -- both occur in a sort of zen dream state. Carving is very improvisational, and acting can be as well." And as with wood, a scene can also have its own sort of grain. "In every scene there are emotional milestones you have to hit, depending on the genre, and various technical elements you need to get right. But with regards to drama in particular, there's a kind of flow you need to adhere to a little bit, but if it's a heavy dramatic scene you just have to go with what you feel. They are also very different as well, because there are so many machinations going on on set -- time sort of stops for you, and everybody has a job to do. But as far as the emotion and the mindset I'd say they are very similar." With five months of shooting left on 13 Reasons Why until November, Ross will have plenty of time to perfect his Japanese wood carving skills. "It's calming -- it's basically meditation but you're doing something at the same time. With all the stress and heavy material I deal with during the show, I think it's the perfect hobby for me."

"It's something that requires my hands. The big thing for me is I have a lot of hobbies like playing instruments and drawing, but I wanted something I could make with my hands -- a physical object. It's great for disconnecting from my phone and from social media for an hour or two," he says. "The way I was taught is a very calming technique where you don't really think about carving any specific shapes -- you let the grain guide you. It doesn't require a ton of focus, so your mind is free to think about whatever it wants to while your hands are busy."

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