SALYSÉ Magazine | Vol 3: No 10 | March 2017

SALYSÉ Volume 3: Number 10

The Beauty Issue CONTRIBUTORS Ashley Alleyne Alexandre Bui Olga Khlybova Aliona Kuznetsova Sonya Lawyer Carlos Salazar Eris Tran

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COVER STORY Model Jessica Soares-Rufus Jewelry Designer Venus Visuals Make Up Artist Yanick-Nikita Lunford

SALYSÉ Magazine is a photography magazine, featuring beauty, fashion, and conceptual art editorials.

We do not seek to define beauty with one narrow idea, but with myriad viewpoints Vintage is right next to emerging designers, who are right next to established designers.

We are looking for creatives who push the envelope, take chances, and disregard the status quo.

SALYSÉ Magazine is about sophistication, authenticity, with a touch of eccentricity.

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Letter from the Editor Dear Salysians, HAPPY SPRING!!!

It has been awhile since I was in the studio. It felt soooo wonderful to be behind the camera again. I just want to thank an awesome team that allowed my return to go smoothly.

The models: Delaina, Kristina, and Jessica.

The makeup artists: Monique Nicole and Yanick-Nikita Lunford.

The hair artists: Latesha Hughes and Kanika Styles.

Thank you ladies for your artistry! #teamworkmakesthedreamwork This issue was so much fun to put together!

I love the fact that a variety of beauty “standards” are depicted.

I hope you enjoy reading this issue as much as I enjoyed curating it and putting it together.

METALLURGY Photographer: Sonya A. Lawyer Model: Delaina J. Williams Make Up Artist: Monique Nicole Hair Stylist: Kanika Styles Jewelry Designer: Evelyn Brooks | Evelyn Brooks Designs Retoucher: Lesya Kostiv

As always, I hope you enjoy your escape.

Hugs and Love, Sonya Alyse Lawyer SALYSÉ, Founder and Editor in Chief

METALLURGY Photographer: Sonya A. Lawyer Model: Jessica Soares-Rufus Make Up Artist: Yanick-Nikita Lunford Hair Stylist: Latesha Hughes Jewelry Designer: Imani Bilal | Venus Visuals Retoucher: Lesya Kostiv

METALLURGY Photographer: Sonya A. Lawyer Model: Kristina Make Up Artist: Monique Nicole Hair Stylist: Latesha Hughes Jewelry Designer: Imani Bilal | Venus Visuals Retoucher: Lesya Kostiv

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Model Christina Layman | Dynasty Inc Hair & Make Up Artist Yomi Rivera

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SIGHTS X SIDES Photographer & Art Director Alexandre Bui Post Production Max Ruzhinskiy Models McKenna Fitzgerald Navid Golemohammadi | Scout Model Agency Makeup Artist Audra Langley

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NEW RETRO Photographer Alexandre Bui Post Production Max Ruzhinskiy Models Anne Lin Tiffany Marie Gillian Rose Makeup Artist Karl Sanchez Hair Artist Janeiya Raspberry

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Photographer Carlos Salazar Model Glenda Canavese Styling Maria Cecilia Rios Hair Stylist Danitza Zamora Makeup Artist Diana Castillo 72 SALYSÉ MARCH 2017

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Metallurgy Photographer Sonya A. Lawyer Models Jessica Soares-Rufus Delaina J. Williams Kristina Make Up Artist Monique Nicole Yanick-Nikita Lunford Hair Stylists LaTesha Hughes Kanika Styles Jewelry Designers Imani Bilal | Venus Visuals Evelyn Brooks | Evelyn Brooks Designs Retoucher Lesya Kostiv

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Meet Model Jessica Soares-Rufus How did you get started modeling?

Tell us about yourself.

I got into modeling 4 years ago, it was a way for me to be what I say “in magazines and on tv”, it made me feel important where I wasn’t at home. Modeling allows me to express my emotions through a still photo.

Three adjectives to describe yourself.

I am independent, outspoken,and adventerous.

What do you enjoy the most about modeling?

A photo or movie is something that lasts forever, I always picture future humans finding photos of me somewhere.

What do you not enjoy about modeling?

Meeting all sorts of people, sometimes quirky people or serious people.

Favorite color?

Purple Your zodiac sign?

Sagittarius What designer would you love to model/walk for? Why? I would love to model for Vera Wang.

Her pieces are so beautiful to me.

What photographer would you love to shoot with? Why? Brendan Forbes , I LOVE his work, there isn’t a photo that he’s released that I haven’t loved.

Speak it into existence, where do you see yourself in 5 years?

I plan on being 1 year from obtaining my anesthisiology degree, along side being in at least 2 movies.

Dream vacation you would like to take (or have taken)?

Visiting Australia

Favorite superhero? Why? Wonder Woman. She does it all and that’s me.

What person, living or dead, do you admire the most? Why? J.K. Rowling. She was able to become the richest woman in the world after being homeless. She had faith.

What is your favorite body part?

My eyes.

Make up on Jessica: Foundation: Covergirl Queen Collection in the color Sheer Espresso Mac Studio fix powder plus foundation in NW50 Concealer/Higlight: Black Opal concealer foundation stick in the shade Rich Caramel & Ben Nye Banana Powder

What do you do when you are not modeling?

I’m a wife, and a bartender.

Contour: Anastasia Beverly Hills Cream contour Kit in the shade Carob & BH Cosmetics contour palette in Medium/Dark

Favorite movie?

All Harry Potter movies

Color corrector : LAGirlsPro Color Corrector in the color orange

Favorite actor/actress?

Matthew McConaughey

Brows: Anastasia Beverly Hills dip brow pomade in the color Chocolate and Mac brow pencil in Stud

Guilty Pleasure?

Candy, lots of it. I don’t drink water, I drink Fanta lol Last show you binge-watched?

Lemoney Snickets on Netflix Last book you read?

Knowing God by His Names Anything else you want the readers to know about you?

I’m a 22 year old Nigerian woman married to the love of her life trying to become a phenomenal woman my future children will be proud of.

Eye Liner: Kiko Milano lasting gel eyeliner in black Eyeshadow: Too faced Matte Eye eyeshadow palette in the shade Chinchilla Tartiest Pro palette in the shade bold Too faced Matte Eye eyeshadow in the shade Coffee Bean Kiko Milano eyeshadow in the shade Deep gold -Revlon photoready Eye Art Lid+Line+Lash in the shade Desert Dazzle Glow: -Becca cosmetics shimmer Skin perfecter in Opal -Anastasia Beverly Hills glow kit in the shade hot sand Lips: -Kylie Jenner Matte liquid lipstick in Koko -Maybelline shine shot gloss -NYX round lipstick in Chic Red -Tartiest pro palette shadow colors 91 “innocent” & “ethereal” Lashes: Lashes in a box No.4

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Meet Make Up Artist Yanick-Nikita Lunford How did you get started? Tell us a little about yourself.

Hello! My name is Yanick-Nikita, also known as BeautiiQueenYaniiArtistry. I have always loved makeup since I was a little girl watching my mother do her makeup and wanting so bad to be able to do my own makeup. Once I got older and was able to purchase my own makeup, friends of mine started asking me to do their makeup and it was then that I knew that I wanted to be in the beauty industry, but I didn’t start taking it seriously until 2012. I started off doing beauty parties, and makeup for friends and family, until I developed a steady client base and started doing weddings, photo shoots, fashion shows and more.

What’s your favorite quote?

“Set a goal that makes you want to jump out of the bed in the morning.”

Three adjectives to describe yourself.

Ambitious, inventive, adventurous

Speak it into existence, where do you see yourself in 5 years?

I see myself continuously growing in my artistry to be one of the best! I see myself being a respected and recognized makeup artist in the industry working on different television, commercial and international projects.

What do you enjoy the most about being a MUA? Everything! I love the artistry of being a make up artist and the many different looks you can create with makeup. I also really love the people I get to meet and the opportunities I’ve had the pleasure of being apart of.

What do you not enjoy about being a MUA? The beauty industry can be so amazing to work in but very frustrating at times as well. Many people inquire about makeup services they would like to have done for different events but when it comes to payment discussions they always want quality work but do not like to pay the price for a quality artist.

What product is in your kit that you can not live without?

My stud brow pencil by Mac. Other than yourself, favorite make up artist? Why? themuaalex Alex Butler. She is super talented at her artistry.

Her execution and technique is always so clean and flawless.

What make up trend do you love?

Highlight and contour when it’s blended, and done correctly.

What make up trend do you wish would die a slow, painful death?

The overly dramatic highlight look

Favorite food/drink?

Macaroni & cheese, Cola Champagne What person, living or dead, would you love work with?

Kerry Washington What would it be?

On the show Scandal

What is your idea of perfect happiness?

A perfect happiness is doing what I love professionally while equally enjoying life personally with my family!

Dream vacation you would like to take (or have taken)?

Dubai.

What’s your theme song?

“Queen” by Raheem Devaughn.

What’s the best/worst gift you’ve ever given/received?

The best gift I’ve ever received was the gift of life! My two sons are amazing! They have made me appreciate life and love so much more.

Favorite movie?

“Soul Men” Favorite actor/actress?

Samuel L Jackson Last book you read?

How to Win friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie

Your zodiac sign?

Scorpio.

Guilty Pleasure?

Cake

What zodiac sign do you get along with the most?

Leo.

Last show you binge-watched?

“Power”

Favorite color?

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Meet Model Kristina How did you get started modeling?

Tell us about yourself.

I started modeling around my second semester in college. People I knew and even strangers on the street would often tell me that I should model. One day I just decided to go for it. It was way out of my comfort zone. I submitted to an online casting call and an agent replied....told me to come meet in New York. I got signed to her agency and the rest was history. I was published in Jet Magazine, Hype Hair Magazine, Today’s Black Woman Magazine, and have been the face of a few national hair ad campaigns and more.

Three adjectives to describe yourself.

Creative, Loving, Blessed What do you enjoy the most about modeling?

What I enjoy the most about modeling is that we get to change and take on new personas and moods when it comes to hair, makeup, clothes, art direction etc. It’s like we are going into character on set. It really excites me!

What do you not enjoy about modeling?

What I hate most about modeling is the industry “standards” that body shames, skin shames, and makes us sometimes feels as if we aren’t good enough.

Favorite color?

My FAVORITE color is PINK Favorite food?

My favorite food is Buffalo wings and they have to be spicy!

What designer would you love to model/walk for? Why? I would love to work with Jeffrey Campbell, I love his unique shoe designs! I have owned a few pairs.

What photographer would you love to shoot with? Why? I would love to shoot with Steven Meisel because of course he is iconic in the fashion industry! He was one of the first people my agent told me to get familiar with his work.

Speak it into existence, where do you see yourself in 5 years?

In 5 years I plan on not having to work for anyone at a traditional job and starting my own business!

Dream vacation you would like to take (or have taken)?

My dream vacation is to go to a resorts village in the Maldives...it’s beautiful!

Your zodiac sign?

Gemini (We Rock, but can get a lil crazy) lol Favorite superhero? Why? My favorite super hero would have to be the Flash, only because I’m really into the show.

What person, living or dead, do you admire the most? Why? The older women in my life (my mom and two older sisters) are who I admire the most. I admire them for their strength, determination, and ability to get things done even in tough situations.

What’s your favorite quote?

“I can do All things through Christ who strengthens me.”

What is your favorite body part?

My favorite body part are my beauty marks.

What do you do when you are not modeling?

When I’m not modeling I love creating! I love taking nothing and turning it in to something. So I do alot of DIYS and I love decorating for parties and events.

Favorite movie?

Don’t laugh but I love me some White Chicks lol. I have other favorite movies but this one makes me laugh every single time, and I love to laugh!

Favorite actor/actress?

Taraji P. Henson/ Omari Hardwick Your idea of “happiness” and/or your idea of “misery”.

My idea of happiness would be to live life to its fullest potential! Travel the world and experience what life has to offer, stay close with my family, and own my own successful business.

If you could learn to do anything, what would it be?

Paint realistic portraits Guilty Pleasure?

My guilty pleasure is Spicy food and chocolate...yummy!

Last show you binge-watched?

I don’t really want to say lol, but Love and Hip Hop. I called myself not watching it anymore, and haven’t for quite sometime. I recently got sucked back in, even though I know its scripted “reality”.

Last book you read?

Unlocking Heavens Power

by John Paul Jackson

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Meet Hair Stylist Latesha Hughes How did you get started? Tell us a little about yourself When I was about 12 years old, I said I am either going to be a registered nurse, hair stylist, or nurse practitioner . I am 30 years old with a 12 year old son just trying to be the best mom and hairstylist I can be.

Three adjectives to describe yourself.

• very low key shy • humble • full of life Hair Artist or Hair Stylist? Why? I consider myself to be both. *Hair Artist comes out on set behind the scenes to create a vision with hair for the photographer. *Hair Stylist is on a daily basis when I work with my new and existing clients.

What do you enjoy the most about being a Hair Artist/Stylist?

I enjoy being able to be pushed to the max with my imagination and being able to meet new and exciting people on a daily basis and just [being] someone that people can really depend on.

What do you not enjoy about being a Hair Artist/Stylist?

Long hours of standing can be bad for your back and you might miss key points in your children’s life if you are a single parent.

Other than yourself, favorite hair artist/stylist? Why? I have two favorite stylists; ones a man, Kalixto Balount; and ones a woman, Kearnna Stewart. These two gave me a story to always have in my mind for when I get weak. I watch these two struggle and strive for greatness. In the last year, I became a full time stylist. So, when I get weak I have two amazing success stories in my mind and behind my back pushing me.

What hair trend do you love?

I’m loving all the braids from all cultures. It makes the world look as if we are in peace.

What hair trend do you wish would die a slow, painful death?

I wish Mohawks would leave this earth. lol Favorite color?

Lilac Favorite food/drink?

Favorite food is tilapia Favorite drink is anything that resembles a wine glass filled with it. lol What person, living or dead, would you love to work with?

I would love to work with my granny. She’s deceased. Her name was Erie Murray, and we have the same birthday.

What would it be?

A cooking show.

Speak it into existence, where do you see yourself in 5 years?

In five years, I see my name being a household name to hair whether I’m on stage talking to millions of people; behind the scenes 96 on set; or, at Cole Stevens Salon. #savyy_chic will be known world-wide and have Hair Gawddddd attached to it. I’m claiming this! I also see me and my son traveling the world all SALYSÉ because of mommie’s job duties.

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What is your idea of perfect happiness?

Through it all just remain the same-- through the highs and the lows stay humble and respectful. It takes you a long way and is eternal bliss.

Your zodiac sign?

Aries What zodiac sign do you get along with the most?

I have no picks. I love people.

What’s your favorite quote?

“A dozen roses has twelve in it. Do you think that each rose has the time to watch another bloom? Flowers don’t watch others bloom they just blossom.“ Dream vacation you would like to take (or have taken)?

I would like for me and my son to take 14 days to travel around the world. I would like for him to have a chance to see all that life has to offer.

What’s your theme song?

Remy Ma - “All the Way Up nothing can stop me “ What’s the best/worst gift you’ve ever given/received?

Best gift was a pair of shoes worth about $700.

Worst gift was when I lost cash right before a baby shower and only had $25 to give. What a horrible embarrassing moment!

What product is in your kit that you can not live without?

Wella Thermal heat protector spray Favorite movie?

Matilda Favorite actor/actress?

Actress - Dakota Fanning. She’s a work in progress but a great one.

Actor - Bruce Willis What’s the hardest thing you’ve ever done?

Just keeping faith when things seem as though they aren’t happening. This is always going to be a forever battle. I’m human and it’s life.

Last book you read?

Td Jakes “ Just Let it Go” Guilty Pleasure?

Choclate candy.

Last show you binge-watched?

Downton Abbey Anything else you want the readers to know about you.

I just want to make it, not for fame, but for the story. I want to give millions of people the courage that they lack and to see and know all journeys start off slow but it’s how long and hard you hang in. That is when you get that satisfaction!

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Meet Make Up Artist Monique Nicole How did you get started? Tell us a little about yourself.

I grew up modeling as a child. It was not until college that I really got into makeup. My mom gave me the idea to take makeup seriously and to pursue it after college.

Three adjectives to describe yourself.

Creative, hardworking, focused What do you enjoy the most about being a MUA? I really enjoy enhancing my clients’ natural beauty and providing an additional layer of self confidence.

What do you not enjoy about being a MUA? I’ve only been doing makeup artistry for about 5 years, I have not yet gotten to the point where there is anything that I do not enjoy just yet.

Give me a few more years. I may have a list by then.

Other than yourself, favorite make up artist? Why? Some of my favorite artists are the legendary Sam Fine, Renny Vasquez, Carola Gonzalez, and Mary Phillips to name a few. I love Sam Fine and Renny Vazquez’s approach to African-American skin.

I am absolutely obsessed with Mary Phillip’s work with Jennifer Lopez and Carola Gonzalez’s work with Kerry Washington.

Favorite color?

My favorite colors are purple, cerulean, and magenta.

Favorite food/drink?

I like food too much to be able to name just one thing. #Foodie Dream vacation you would like to take (or have taken)?

I try to take an international trip once a year, my favorite trip thus far was Cape Town, South Africa.

What person, living or dead, would you love to work with?

I would love to work with Dawn Richard. I am a huge fan of her solo career and the direction she has taken her music. She takes risks, pushes the boundaries in her visuals, and exhibits fearlessness and confidence that I think all women should posses.

What would you create?

I would love to create a several editorial shoots.

Speak it into existence, where do you see yourself in 5 years?

In 5 years, I see myself continuing to work in bridal, television, and be a creator of a cosmetic line. I would love to have a laundry list of editorials on my resume.

What is your idea of perfect happiness?

I am still working to understand my definition of happiness. At the age of 28, I do not know if I have really experienced true happiness.

Your zodiac sign?

Aquarius What zodiac sign do you get along with the most?

I do not know. I usually get along with most people.

What’s your favorite quote?

“God is within her, she will not fall…”

–Psalm 46:5 What’s your theme song?

My theme song is “Me, Myself, and I” by Beyonce’.

Favorite movie?

Love & Basketball and Save the Last Dance Last book you read?

The Wait by Devon Franklin and Meagan Good

What make up trend do you love?

I love the clean, dewy skin makeup trend that started to resurface in 2016.

What make up trend do you wish would die a slow, painful death?

The harsh highlight and contour trend to go to the gas station at 11:00am.

Just kidding, but I really am not a fan of the harsh highlight and contour. I love clean, natural looks!

What’s the best/worst gift you’ve ever given/received?

I’ve been pretty fortunate in the gift department. Let’s just pray that I stay fortunate.

What product is in your kit that you can not live without?

Two products that I cannot live without, my rosewater and Kett pressed powder.

Guilty Pleasure?

Cookies Last show you binge-watched?

A Different World Anything else you want the readers to know about you.

Do not be afraid of your own greatness. That is something that I’m learning at the moment. It’s actually on my vision board for 2017.

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Meet Model Delaina J. Williams How did you get started modeling? Tell us about yourself.

Ever since I was about 12 years old I used to adore models.

I loved to watch them and look at pictures and wanted to be one. Years passed and I didn’t really think about it until a friend in college had told me about a fashion show they needed models for. So, I tried and then participated and fell in love with it. It grew into such a strong passion. I would study other models and watch myself in the mirror to try and improve and I still do. I have been modelling for about 3 years and love every moment that I spend doing it. I also attend a university full time studying health science with a focus on physical therapy. I am also a mom of beautiful twin boys.

Three adjectives to describe yourself.

Ambitious, energetic, passionate (but can’t leave out creative) What do you enjoy the most about modeling?

Creating images that become art What do you not enjoy about modeling?

I can’t do it 24/7 haha

Dream vacation you would like to take (or have taken)?

My dream vacation would be a series of trips throughout the islands from Dominican Republic to Bora Bora and Mexico staying in hotels over or near the clear ocean water while enjoying a swim with dolphins.

Your zodiac sign?

Gemini Favorite superhero? Why? Barry Allen aka The Flash I like how he is a man that helps all threats big and small. Not only is he a hero but he tries to live a normal life with a real career in forensics. Overall a great guy, a family guy who cares and a hero for all.

What person, living or dead, do you admire the most? Why? Her name is Natasha and I admire her more than anything for who she is, what she has accomplished and what she does or has done for me and others. She is a mentor, a sister, and a friend who I look up to and trust.

Favorite color?

Purple

What’s your favorite quote?

Love is the only force capable of transforming an enemy into a friend. -Martin Luther King

Favorite food?

Perogies

What’s your theme song?

Tasha Cobbs-Put A Praise On It

What designer would you love to model/walk for? Why? Donatella Versace, I love the designs and work, especially of some of the dresses. There is an edge to the her designs that is very appealing to me and I appreciate her success in creating a well-known brand.

What is your favorite body part?

The eyes

Speak it into existence, where do you see yourself in 5 years?

As a mom, model and student there are so many roads that can be taken, but I would love to be in my last year of grad school, have my kids in modelling and myself modelling for some great designers or as a brand model for a big company such as Loreal.

What do you do when you are not modeling?

Go to school and take care of my beautiful twin boys.

If you could learn to do anything, what would it be?

Swing dancing and the art of pole dancing because it can be very elegant if displayed as such and requires great strength.

Guilty Pleasure?

Starburst Skittles Last show you binge-watched?

Too many!

Last book you read?

The Bible

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Meet Jewelry Designer Evelyn Brooks Award winning Peruvian American jewelry designer, Evelyn Brooks, is the founder of the first Peruvian-inspired jewelry company based outside Peru that has received praise as the trend-setter for new Peruvian designers making their mark in the jewelry industry. See http://www. thefashionglobe.com/peruvian-jewellery Evelyn Brooks, based in Washington DC, founded her company in 2004, with the vision of designing, producing and manufacturing eco-friendly jewelry designs showing the world the rich Peruvian millenary history through innovative, modern and sustainable jewelry pieces.

We joined the movement and efforts to live a more enviromentally friendly life; creating eco-friendly jewelry pieces from ethical pure sources, jewelry designs our customers will feel proud to wear forever.

Her meaningful ECO-FRIENDLY jewelry collection, uses natural seeds from the Peruvian Amazon known as HUAYRUROS (why-ee-ru-ros). These naturally red and black seeds are

carefully handpicked by a fair paid ethnic group in the Peruvian Amazon. Huayruro (why-ee-ru-ro) seeds come to her customers in its natural state, no chemicals have been used to give them the red/black color, shape and shine they have. Each of her pieces is carefully handcrafted, inspired by Evelyn’s Peruvian heritage fused with the latest jewelry trends.

entrepreneur through her popular blog www.twoworldsonechica. com, as well as being a motivational speaker at different conferences throughout the United States and worldwide.

Her jewelry is presently exhibited at some of the most prestigious galleries of art, museums and boutiques in the United States. Among them: The Smithsonian American Indian Museum, The Natural History Museum of Harvard University, The Museum of Art & Design in New York and The Ritz Carlton in Saint Thomas. She is regularly invited to participate in various shows and exhibitions throughout the United States, such as the American Indian Museum New York Holiday Show and the International Monetary Fund Summit Meeting.

Her goal is to be a role model, motivating many aspiring young entrepreneurs who are pursuing their dreams. Her favorite motivational quote is “With dedication and perseverance, ALL DREAMS ARE POSSIBLE!” This quote has helped Evelyn continue designing her eco-friendly jewelry line, even when faced with great obstacles. It has also helped her preserve her heritage and culture through her jewelry designs, hoping to bring the magic and mysticism of Peru to other countries and continents.

Evelyn graduated from the Gemological Institute of America in New York, she has also attended the Torpedo Factory Arts Center in Alexandria, VA, where she specialized in suitable eco-jewelry. Evelyn shares her success and experience as a jewelry

Since 2008 Evelyn has been teaching different jewelry classes in Spanish and English at Montgomery College in Rockville, Maryland.

There are over 80 points of sale in the United States, Puerto Rico, Canada and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

Check out who is carrying Evelyn Brooks Designs.

Visit her website ebrooksdesigns.com

Meet Jewelry Designer Venus Visuals Venus Visuals LLC is a jewelry and accessories line specializing in handcrafted statement pieces. The company was established in 2009 by designer, Imani Bilal. Imani began as a mixed media artist who’s passion for self expression led her to the world of fashion. Imani quickly gravitated toward jewelry design and refers to her pieces as “wearable art”, infusing elements from her mixed media background into her work. Her pieces have been worn by the likes of singers 111 Mya, Res, Keisha Cole, and actress/model Garcelle Beauvais among others.

Visit her website for more info: venusvisualsonline.com

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Editorial Calendar for 2017 The Black Issue Volume 3 : Number 1 Submissions due by December 15th, 2016 Issue published January 1st

The Travel Issue Volume 3 : Number 7 Submissions due by June 15, 2017 Issue published July 1st

50 Shades of Red Volume 3 : Number 2 Submissions due by January 15, 2017 Issue published February 1st

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Spring Has Sprung (Spring Fashion) Volume 3 : Number 4 Submissions due by March 15, 2017 Issue published April 1st

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