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Primaverarch: Recent Graduates Creating Change for Women in Architecture

Primaverarch is a grassroots movement committed to stimulating change for the recognition of women in architecture and related fields. Inspired by the renaissance era and the symbolic idea of spring, Primaverarch is a movement of rebirth, revival, and renewal.

Primaverarch is created by three minority-women who recently graduated from the Spitzer School of Architecture at the City College of New York. Throughout their studies, they experienced a lack of professional support, mentorship, and recognition. Without anyone to share similar values in regard to their diverse backgrounds, Primaverarch becomes a catalyst movement dedicated to creating a seat at the table for all women in the field.

Blooming into future architects, the team is leading the next movement. With everything they do—from a set of interviews, creative series, mentorships, and interactive workshops, they are focused on one goal: How can they support the future generation of architects? Interested in sharing your story? We’d love to have you! Email us at primavera.arch@gmail.com

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Taking your Hobby to a New Level

When I was in middle school, a few friends and I would make YouTube videos using some of our favorite songs and shows. I used complex software at the time such as Sony Vegas, After Effects, and Photoshop. That hobby continued for about 3 years until life slowly became busier; but by that time, I amounted 1,500 subscribers on that YouTube channel! It’s interesting how much people gravitate towards you when they see how passionate you are about something.

Although I became deeply invested into architecture, my love for editing never left me. I got my first DSLR camera in April 2016 and used it to document people, places, and of course those lovely architectural models. My peers saw my work and encouraged me to make page to share it, so I did that, but decided not to stop there. I also sought for this platform to be teaching tool, one that encourages creativity, design and discussions, both the lighthearted and thought-provoking ones. So far, I created an Instagram with a YouTube page while currently working on a website for my brand. On my channel you can find a wide range of tutorials from various Adobe software, to programs like Revit, Rhino, and much more! I also offer tutorials on DSLR film and photography to help others get started as well. One of the most exciting projects coming to my page is a mini-series I am putting together called “Voice for the Future.” I’m featuring 6 aspiring professionals who will speak on various pressing topics and issues; the trailer is on my YouTube! On my Instagram I share my photography and occasionally cool videos or special effects I put together. Feel free to check it out if you want! instagram db_studios_ Youtube danielblanc_studios

I am also doing free Grad photoshoots for the class of 2020, you can contact me if you are interested at danielblancstudios@gmail.com

— Daniel Blanc, Assoc. AIA

CORRECTION ON PREVIOUS ISSUE Don Weston was not the second FAIA in the Brooklyn Chapter — he was actually the 11th!