Issue VIII, Spring/Summer 2015
Department of Design Spring Exhibition March 31 to April 11; Reception: April 1, 6-8 p.m. Urban Arts Space uas.osu.edu
Drums Downtown XI April 3-4, 8 p.m. Capitol Theatre, Riffe Center music.osu.edu
MFA Acting Solo Festival April 8-19 Roy Bowen Theatre theatre.osu.edu
38th Annual Jazz Festival April 9-12 Weigel Hall Auditorium music.osu.edu
Annual Ludden Lecture: Jas Elsner
Opera: Don Giovanni April 17 & 19 Thurber Theatre music.osu.edu Don Giovanni
Photo by Ronald Paredes
April 14, 6 p.m. 001 Jennings Hall history-of-art.osu.edu
Editors-In-Chief
Alexander Singer Bonnie Babb-Cheshul
Executive Director Andrea Hoover
Fashion Director ChloĂŠ Crites
Design Director
Managing Editor Henry Ross Stephany Tabet
Photography Director Josh Orack
Marcos Olivarez
Design Asia Glenn Lee Ashworth Erin Haag Jessa Goldner Jessica Tye Haley Davis Bianca Adams Vladislav Kotov Style Clare Carlisle Eduardo Calzadilla Mackenzie Rollinson Miranda Mortensen Morgan Johnson Kellye Sauder Marketing Alexandra Flores Andrew Cargill Matt Campo Ashley Vanzant James Bowen Ayonna Taylor Becca Agunga Gavin Clontz
Photography Michael Mielke Clare Gatto Danielle Grace Allie Ezzo Writing Shaili Rathod Brooke Watz Sallee Ann Ruibal Faculty Advisor Karl Whittington Special Thanks to Royal Factory College of Arts and Sciences Horatio Nieto Mitch McGuire Beth Duboe Gayle The Historic Costume and Textiles Collection
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Open Door Art Studio asdf A look inside a local gallery
Bloom asdf A playful transistion into Spring
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Dazed and Infused asdf Impossible things before breakfast
Carpe Noctem asdf black attitude Pitch
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Plant Accessories asdfyour house plants have Let a turn
Truancy Report asdf Schedule accordingly
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French Icons asdf
Brow Structure asdf Embellish you expression
TS 062 And the Bride Wore...
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Primary Debate A chromatic competition
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open door art studio Article by Brooke Watz; Photos by Joshua Orack
“Non-stop warm fuzzies” were the words
fabric and nearly any art tool imaginable.
Sharon Dorsey of Open Door Art Studio used
In addition to the extensive supply of art
to describe the Open Door art community.
utensils, every inch of space on the walls
Sharon added to her description, “Our artists
of Open Door is decorated with expressive,
know they have family here. Everyone is so
colorful works. From abstract to realism
supportive of each other, they know they can
and everything in between, Open Door is
walk through the door and get tons of hugs
home to large canvases, small canvases,
and lots of encouragement.” When it opened
sculptures, puppets, jewelry, sketches,
in 2006, Open Door Art Studio of Grandview
paintings, photographs and various art forms
Heights endeavored to provide art instruction
that foster both individuality and originality.
to those with physical and developmental
The artists of Open Door begin their day with
disabilities within the Columbus, Ohio area.
a warm welcome and sociable conversation.
Now, their mission to offer art instruction has
Following a bit of social interaction is a
led not only to beautiful artwork, but an even
number of hours dedicated to artwork
greater emotional impact on the community
and creativity. Through encouragement,
and the artists of Open Door.
positivity, and enthusiasm, Open Door
provides a positive work environment that
Serving as a creative outlet for those
with physical and developmental disabilities,
allows the artists to fully express and execute
Open Door provides an art studio fully
successful works. With the freedom to build
equipped with paintbrushes, canvases, clay,
from imagination, the artists produce work
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inspired by family, media, and friendships.
artists’ work to be showcased roughly every
Viewing the work of an Open Door artist
two months in a themed exhibition curated
is unique of the narrative the work holds
by the employees and the volunteers. These
behind its glossy finish, colorful paint, and
exhibitions serve as the artists’ exposure
stretched canvas.
to Columbus’ art realm, as well as an
opportunity to sell their work.
The employees and volunteers of
Open Door provide their professional
One of Open Door’s artists, Wallace
support and guidance for the artists through
Peck, has had one of his works transformed
suggestions about composition and color,
into a mural that resides on a brick wall in
as well as social support through steady
the Short North District. This mural can be
conversation and attention throughout the
identified by its chaotic swirl of rich, black
workday. Following the completion of a work,
lines that keep the work in perpetual motion.
either an employee or a volunteer preps the
Its multifaceted shades of blue and black
piece for display and retail. The employees of
lines work together to create an abstract,
Open Door provide an opportunity for their
unidentifiable portrait. When asked what
Wallace’s favorite aspect of Open Door is,
care. Beginning with just eight artists and
he described his everyday experience as
two employees, and reaching a now over
an opportunity to pursue what he knows
sixty artist, eight employee, and over ten
and loves best: art. Jessica Bickley and Tony
volunteer occupancy, Open Door has made
Hoover, also artists of Open Door, chimed in
an impact on the Columbus art scene, as
to express that the atmosphere Open Door
well as an impact on the many individuals
provides is one of friendship and freedom
involved with Open Door. Breaking down
of expression. Upon approaching an Open
barriers in the world of physical and
Door artist, one is greeted with amiability and
developmental disabilities has been only one
excitement about the artwork being created.
result of many since Open Door’s opening in
2006. With continuous support, the future of
A day at Open Door Art Studio teaches,
inspires and encourages the artist within,
Open Door remains optimistic for each of its
alongside the “warm-fuzzies,” motivation, and
artists, employees, and supporters.
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INSPIRATION
azed & Infused
Impossible things before breakfast
Clothes from Royal Factory Photography by Josh Orack and Kevin Stankewitz
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Julia wears skirt by Az of royal factory and top from Royal Factory Erica wears dress from Royal Factory
Julia and Natalie wear clothing from Jessica Driscoll
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INSPIRATION
Plant Accessories Photography by Michelle Uzomba
Art Inspiration: French Icons By Gary Lawrence
Charles Baudelaire invested every sentiment in women. He appreciated their drama, their nature, and their ubiquitous uniqueness. “This monster is one of those animals that one generally calls ‘my angel’! – that is, a woman.” He chalked in his poetry collection Paris Spleen. Objection does not stand when it comes to the vivacious emotions of women, which act as a force that pushes forward the inspirations. They can be gentle, elusive, or flamboyant. A bouquet of hydrangeas is a source of their euphoria, and unspeakable memories can lead to their bluest melancholia. But no one can ever claim a generalization. Probably Verdi had made a suggestion that everyone can agree on in Rigoletto, La donna è mobile.
If people may argue, it is women’s disposition that enthuses artists. And yet, verisimilarly, a posture would suffice and instigate the connoisseurs—the tension between beauty and individuality. Amongst all, French women are especially recognized for their balance of this tension. In retrospection of the modern culture, it’s irrefutable that these prominent women express themselves in an iconic way and simultaneously eliminate many entrenched prejudices.
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Francoise Sagan Francoise Hagan was rebellious, like a maverick. As a writer, she was a romantic with a strong ability to distinguish between love and hate. Bourgeois lifestyle smothered her, so she escaped. She raced and she smoked. Marriage could not incarcerate her. She loved black attire and pearls. She even wrote, in her own obituary, that her death was a scandal to her own life. Henri Salvador wrote a song for her demise: Mourir Ă Honfluer.
Photography by Frank Horvat
Ines de la Fressange
Who said models only own beauty? Bestowed with outstanding appearance and flair, de la Fressange is a beautiful yet brilliant French icon. An aristocrat, she continuously embodies fineness. In the 80’s she was the first-choice model and muse to Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel. Eventually, frictions arose between Ines and Karl, and they drifted apart . Ines, however, never stopped being an icon. In the 90s, she successfully rebranded the legendary French shoe label, Roger Vivier. To this day she still flows with sophistication and grace. Ines, was and continues to be exemplary model and entrepreneur in modern fashion industry.
Photography by Myriam Roehri
Loulou de la Falaise Many know her relationship with Yves Saint Laurent, and affix the term “muse”. In response to this title she claims, “For me, a muse is someone who looks glamorous but is quite passive, whereas I was very hardworking. I worked from 9am to sometimes 9pm, or even 2am. I certainly wasn’t passive.” She accompanied Saint Laurent for three decades until he retired. She inspired him and encouraged him. Her eccentric, rare, and classy taste won her the reputation of “quintessential Rive Gauche haute bohémienne” by The New Yorker magazine. If Loulou had carved letters on her jewelries, she would have written that fashion is more than phony opulence. Skill, refinement, and confidence are just a few of the tools necessary to create a garment or a pair of earrings.
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Photography by Ali Mahdavi
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WEAR NOW
Photos by Beth Duboe Julia wears Scarlette’s own items
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Carpe Noctem Photos by Joshua Orack Natalie wears Scalette’s own items
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INSPIRATION
Styling by Mitch McGuire Model: Allie Barnes at Sigal Models Shot at the Village Bookstore
Truancy Report Photography by Lexie Alley
Allie has skipped my math class every day this week. I believe she sneaks out and reads trashy novels. Certainly this requires another call home.
Allie wears Blazer Comme des Garcons Homme, Body Horror Vintage. Shirt GODDESS Clothing. Shorts Royal Factory. Cuff Azmara Asefa. Earrings Yadumu.
Top Azmara Asefa. T-Shirt GODDESS Clothing. Skirt Harrison Koiwai. Bracelet BLESS.
Allie wears Shirt Harrison Koiwai. Shorts GODDESS Clothing. Bow Anna Belen.
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BROW STRUCTURE
Photography by Joshua Orack
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The Past, Presen
Wedding gown with lace collar from Historic Costume and Textiles Collection
nt, and Future: While certain fads come and go, lace has been the fabric of choice since Queen Elizabeth I decided that her ruff needed a more intricate ornamentation. To this day, lace has made and integral appearance in nearly every century since the 16th century. From Marie Antoinette’s lace adorned wardrobe to Elie Saab’s 2014 lace garden collection, this trend has proven time and again to be a timeless symbol of elegance and style.
Chantilly lace, popularly found in wedding gowns such as Kate Middleton’s opulent number, is delicate and ornate. A handmade lace, Chantilly is accented with flowers and ribbons on a plain net or sheer background. Although it is widely used in wedding gowns, the Chantilly design is popular in black apparel and greatly esteemed in French fashion.
In the midst of the surge of popularity the fabric is seeing, people continue to make lace their fabric of choice. From peek-a-boo sleeves to eyelet lace overlay,or lace trim embroidery, even a slight tinge of lace can add an essence of grandeur to any ensemble. From lace-adorned cuffs and collars in the eighteenth century to fashion week runways today, lace is an integral part of men’s fashion as well. Designers such as Alexander McQueen and Astrid Andersen have utilized the unisex appeal of lace and assembled it into an array of men’s apparel. Sheer buttondowns and lace-trimmed blazers spotted down the runway show that lace is a fabric with universal applications. The different characteristics of lace, whether it be delicate, sexy, or traditional, has allowed the fashion industry to expand in its horizons. — Shaili Rathod
While Chantilly is popular amongst wedding ensembles, Reticella, Italian for “little net” is a design that involves cutwork, wherein squares of woven linen are cut out. This intricate design ultimately forms a geometric pattern of squares and circles with various arches or rippled borders. The most common type of lace is the eyelet lace. It is distinguished by the large holes or “eyelets” integrated into the pattern. Eyelet lace is often used as a trim or insert in garments. Usually going in a repeating pattern, eyelet lace is designed in various sizes and shapes ranging from diamonds to floral.
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PRIMARY DEBATE Photos by Miranda Mortensen Models wear clothing from Horatio Nieto
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