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FROM THE EDITOR
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THIS IS US
Creating art and having fun doing it: The “Amy’s World” team crushed it. Shout out to RIOCAM, Katherine Lande, and Gina Simone, who helped bring the vision to life. Page 90.
EPIC ZIMBABWE
One of my favorite spots on the planet, Zimbabwe, is the subject of this month’s “Journeys.” Travel editor Paul Rubio reports on the latest resorts and experiences in this exquisite part of Africa. Page 77.
IN ART WE TRUST
Every November, we celebrate the arts. Part of that is the anticipation of show season, a fresh crop of performances on the stage, and exhibitions galore. The other part is the people whose vision and energy are making Palm Beach County fertile ground for culture.
Amy Phelan is one of those visionaries. She and husband John are among the top collectors in the country (you’ll see more important art in their homes than in most galleries), and some of the most philanthropic Americans, too. Anyone who was at the amfAR gala last season, when the Phelans entertained 400 AIDS-research donors in their backyard, will attest to their giving nature.
When selecting a cover subject to embody the spirit of the arts, Amy was the natural choice. She’s gorgeous inside and out, and she’s game in a way that excites a photographer who’s first and foremost an artist. Amy’s personality came to life in front of the lens of Camilo Rios, aka RIOCAM. Cam is not afraid to experiment and push a few boundaries to tell a story with his images. Thanks to his willing subject, he created artistic vignettes that captured Amy’s energy, authenticity, and sense of humor. That shot of her legs, clad in bedazzled Jimmy Choo boots and sprawled on the floor (page 14)? Legendary. Step inside “Amy’s World” on page 90.
In this issue we also celebrate another art form—ballet. In “Turning Pointe,” fashion editor Katherine Lande styled dancers from Miami City Ballet in looks from the fall collections that moved beautifully with jumps and pirouettes. Photographer Gabor Jurina nailed the gracefulness of the women and men who work incredibly hard to make the art form look effortless. See for yourself on page 110.
If you have food on the mind—it’s November, after all, the month of shamelessly indulging—check out “Sweet Harvest” on page 98. The artistry of our local pastry chefs takes center stage as we feature seasonal desserts that almost look too perfect to eat. Almost. Much of this is due to the work of senior art director Ashley Meyer, who styled and photographed the confections in the manner of an Old Master still life. Can an image awaken a craving? I would argue yes.
As we get ready for a season in the arts, I want to shout out these and other incredible artists on my team. We’re small in size but big on passion, and I think it shows in our pages.
Have a great winter, everyone!
Daphne Nikolopoulos daphne@palmbeachillustrated.com
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