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on the cover: Badgley Mischka suit and Alexis Bittar necklace.

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Castles to Caddies

Te karst landscape of the Burren region is home to 70% of Ireland’s wildfower species. Photo by Bridget Williams.

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Discover: Hoffman’s Book Shop

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Don’t Miss: Star Light, Star Night

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Decanted: Piedmontese White Wines

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Curating a Lifestyle: Into the Woods

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Bibliotaph: Child’s Play

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Punched Up Powder

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Art: The Exhibiit that Changed

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Of Note... Gray Matters

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Arizona Auto Week Glistens,

Glitters and Gleams

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Who, What, Wear. Designers to Watch

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Castles to Caddies

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Timeless Timbertop

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The Hills Market

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Pizzuti Collection Opening

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Jefferson Series featuring Michael Pollan

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Flavors of the Vine

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Cattle Baron’s Ball

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Columbus Museum of Art Wonder Ball

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From the Editor

My friends on Facebook have seen this post from me several times in recent years: “Words, words, words…”

Te conversation it elicits from my peers is always interesting - from a series of free association wordsmithing, to an occasionally cynical rant on sincerity (or lack of) in communication these days, to beautiful excerpts from favorite poetry or prose. Generally, though, my post is intended to be a simple acknowledgment of the sheer volume of words each one of us uses in a day. Composing texts, emails, notes, articles, lectures (on antiques and art….but also for one or more of my four children!), I find myself constantly working on expanding my vocabulary if for no other reason than to keep things interesting for myself!

So, it was a bit unnerving when a simple fall in an icy driveway caused a concussion just a few days prior to the deadline for this issue, and I found myself at a serious loss for words for the frst time in my life. For more than two weeks a heavy fog invaded my brain, and any task requiring a tiny amount of concentration was unthinkable. Fortunately the reliable talents of Katharine Mallory, Managing Editor, came to the rescue. Under Katharine’s careful watch, articles, photography and calendars were polished, and the local content came together in spite of my absence. Of note is her beautiful story on the elegant and storied residence known as “Timbertop.” Jumping on board this issue is my dear friend and skilled wordsmith, Kristin Crump, who deftly put together a terrifc narrative on the ever-popular, Te Hills Markets. And, as the fog lifted, I appreciated an opportunity to introduce our readers to one of my favorite sources of lots of words - Hofman’s Book Shop.

Here’s to sunshine, puddles and a little green grass. Best wishes for the eventual coming of spring!

Warmly,

Amelia Jeffers Editor in Chief ajefers@slmag.net

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DISCOVER: HOFFMAN’S BOOK SHOP Written by Amelia Jefers

Photography by Rob Manko When Ed Hofman opened his frst book shop in 1982, he and his partner were both on track to complete their doctorates in education at The Ohio State University. Having taught high school at his Alma Mater for 8 years previously, Hoffman decided the “book bug” was not something he would ever shake – so he jumped into the Clintonville shop with pure passion and no regrets. Although business partners have come and gone, Ed’s most valuable team member award would undoubtedly go to his current partner, his wife Tina. “She has been a mainstay of the business from the start,” Hofman smiles. “Tankfully Tina subscribes to the philosophy of ‘sell more than you buy!’ - which has contributed immeasurably to our success.”

A member of Antiquarian Booksellers Association of America, Hoffman and his team have bucked the independent bookstore trend, not only surviving – but thriving. Never straying from his bibliophile roots, Hofman spends much of his time “on the hunt” for new old copies of books and ephemera. Tina and their support staf carefully log each acquisition and load it into the store’s website, as well as such mainstream sites as Amazon and Ebay. When asked 24 slmag.net

about the evolution of his business, Hofman acknowledges, “Who would have predicted in 1982 that a little neighborhood bookshop in Clintonville would someday be sending nearly a quarter of its sales to Europe and Asia? Certainly not my father who was a bit skeptical of my decision to abandon academia for the less predictable world of buying and selling used and rare books!”

Open by appointment only, Hoffman’s Book Shop is not your typical 21st century browsing experience. Interested in scarce and sweet? Check out the rare miniature bible, printed in Cincinnati in 1815 - valued at a mere $3,500. More into contemporary works? A frst edition of “Te Hunger Games” shot to $800 after the movie became a blockbuster success. Love to fnd unique pieces of history? Hofman can hook you up with the “Modern Textbook of Barbering…,” inscribed by a young pupil (Elijah Pierce) who would become more famous for his folk art carvings than anything he sculpted in a barber’s chair!

After 32 years, the Hofmans certainly know how to engage an audience. For more information, visit hofmansbookshop.com or call 614-262-0059. sl

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Don’t Miss: Star Light, Star Night Beneftting Recreation Unlimited

By Katharine Mallory When Paul Huttlin, Executive Director of Recreation Unlimited, was tasked by his Board to design a fresh and new fundraiser, his frst thoughts were food and wine, “Because they are a big draw in a foodie town like Columbus,” says Huttlin. “But, food and wine? Every fundraiser in town has those two elements. We needed a unique and special spin.” Calling on the creativity and expertise of Roger Gentile, of the eponymous “Te Wine Sellers” shop, Huttlin found the spin, “Roger and I talked through a few options, came up with the idea and named it on the spot.”

Star Light, Star Night was born - an evening of good food and great wine in the company of a wine industry luminary. Huttlin and Gentile found a sweet spot. In the event’s first year, guests visited with Dave Phinney of Orin Swift Cellars, and raised more than $150,000 to support the mission of Recreation Unlimited.

Since its inception in 1958, this 501 (c)(3) organization has served individuals with physical and developmental disabilities and health concerns through sports, recreation and education. Every year, more than 3200 individuals with disabilities and health concerns are served through multiple camp programs on a year round basis.

This year’s Star Light, Star Night celebration welcomes renowned vintner Robin Daniel Lail to The Columbus Club on June 10. With a winemaking legacy that began in 1879, this fourth-generation vintner enjoys a Napa Valley pedigree like few others. Lail co-founded both Dominus and Merryvale Vineyards before starting Lail Vineyards with her family in 1995.

Lail’s 2012 vintage of its fagship Cabernet Sauvignon, J. Daniel Cuvee, earned a perfect 100 from Robert Parker. And perfection is precisely for what Lail strives, “Crafting exquisite wines is our family’s greatest passion. For over 130 years, our quest for perfection and our spirit of discovery have cultivated some of the most treasured wines around the world.” sl For more information, please visit www.recreationunlimited.org or contact Recreation Unlimited Foundation by email: info@recreationunlimited.org, or by phone: (740) 548-7006.

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Decanted: Piedmontese White Wines When thinking of Italian wine, the great regions of Tuscany and Piedmont are often top of mind. Collectively, these two regions have more wine classified under Italy’s strictly controlled Denominazione di Origine Controllata e Garantita (DOCG) category than any other region. Seeing DOCG or the more common Denominazione di Origine Controllata (DOC) designation on an Italian wine bottle label means that the wine producer has adhered to specific regulations that guarantee geographic authenticity, grape varieties, production methods, style and quality.

If I were forced today to make a choice between Tuscany and Piedmont for wine, I would choose the latter. Justly, it’s a tough call, and on another occasion I may do a 360-degree shift and say Tuscany. But for now, the delicious white wines of Piedmont stand out as the determining factor that diferentiates these two great red wine regions.

Piedmontese whites are certainly in the shadow of the truly great reds of Barolo and Barbaresco. They will never have the claim to fame of this region; after all, Barolo is said to be the king of wines and the wine of kings, with Barbaresco its regal sibling.

Some of the best wines I have ever tasted have been based in the Nebbiolo grape of Barolo and Barbaresco. Located adjacent to one another, both regions produce long-lived wines, but Barolo tends to be a fuller, more tannic wine, while Barbaresco is still full and tannic, but slightly less so. If you are lucky to fnd older bottles, you will discover that both wines will beneft from bottle age of approximately six-to-10 years and many bottlings much longer.

But wait, the delicious, fresh and energetic whites from this red wine region require no ageing, and as is the case with most white wines, should be consumed between one and three years of age. Piedmontese whites are certainly worthwhile, unique and nothing like the ubiquitous quafng Pinot Grigio, which is Italy’s most popular exported white grape. While there is Chardonnay produced, most white wine made in Piedmont comes from indigenous grapes. Tey ofer characterful wines typically without the use of oak, which are crisp, fresh and accompany food efortlessly.

Te most famous white wine of the area is Gavi, sometimes called Gavi di Gavi or even Corteses di Gavi. Located in southeastern region of Piedmont, Gavi is made from the Cortese grape and is a delightful wine. The lesser-known wine of the Roero area of Piedmont is made from the Arneis grape. Roero is in south-central Piedmont just north of Barolo and Barbaresco.

Arneis in the Piedmontese dialect translates to “little difficult one” because of its difculty to grow, but I have found that it also makes an excellent nickname for people with similar personality characteristics. Both Gavi and Roero Arneis are categorized as DOCG and are best consumed chilled at about 50-55°F. A top producer of Gavi is Broglia and of Roero is Arneis Malvira.

Written by Scott Harper, Master Sommelier

Secondary Piedmontese grapes to look for, but may be quite challenging to find, are Favorita and Erbaluce. If you happen upon these wines at an excellent wine shop or Italian restaurant, give them a go as they are favorful revelations. In the meantime, the two wines below, while not super easy to fnd, are certainly obtainable and well worth the efort.

Villa Tiboldi

Malvira Arneis Roero 2013 Tis is a delicious medium-bodied wine that is crisp and refreshing with the favors of slightly under ripe pear and apple and a touch of Mandarin orange, orange zest and ginger. Copious wet stone and minerals with spring fowers help make this wine fresh and inviting. Arneis pairs well with oysters, clams and mussels, as well as fried vegetables.

Founded in the 1950s, the estate is now run by the founder’s two sons, Massimo and Roberto Damonte. Malvira in Piedmontese dialect means “badly situated.” Te name refers to the original winery facing north, instead of south, with south being the typical positioning of the period. If you are visiting the area, Malvira has a 13-room luxury hotel and restaurant on the property called Villa Tiboldi (villatiboldi.com/en/).

Broglia Gavi La Meirana 2012 A light straw-colored, mediumbodied wine that is broader in texture than most Italian whites. It is fresh with the favors of ripe apple, lemon, almonds and light minerals. Enticing fresh white flowers and citrus in the nose help create this wine’s vivacious and persistent quality. Gavi is an absolutely delightful pairing with roasted pork, seafood or pasta, or as an aperitif.

Broglia Winery is family-owned and currently run by brothers Gian Piero and Paolo Broglia. While the family acquired the estate La Meirana in 1972, it is of historical importance with written references dating back to 971 AD. sl A Certifed Wine Educator, Scott is one of 140 professionals in North America and 219 worldwide who have earned the title Master Sommelier.

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Curating a Lifestyle: Into the Woods

Written by Amelia and Jef Jefers

At nearly six feet tall, this early 20th century folk art silhouette, cut from a iron sawmill blade, was found on Martha's Vineyard. Sold, $940.

An exquisitely hand-decorated Asian garden seat in brilliant colors, featuring peacocks and the eight Taoist symbols. Sold, $2,820.

Creating a beautiful environment in which to live and entertain should not be limited to inside your home. Allow inspiration to blossom beyond four walls and expand your design aesthetic outdoors by incorporating art and antiques in your landscape design to give your guests (and yourself ) an unexpected dose of warmth and sophistication.

Te most common material found in outdoor antiques is undoubtedly iron. In the 16th and 17th centuries, blacksmiths worked iron by hand and anvil to create fencing, gates, doors and window coverings that were as secure as they were aesthetically beautiful. When sealed to hedge against rust, iron was a great choice for architectural elements that were long lasting, with many items from that period surviving today.

During the Industrial Revolution, new technologies led to casting iron into molds, which made cast iron ornamentation a more afordable alternative to wrought iron. As a result, the Victorian era saw great demand for decorative elements such as lawn furniture, fower urns and fgural objects. Unlike most antiques, the repainted surface of an outdoor iron object does not usually detract from its value; in fact, oil-based paints provide important protection against rust and the resulting deterioration it can cause. Often painted white, iron furniture and accessories create a stunning and elegant contrast against a backdrop of green.

Cast iron benches, chairs and tables are readily available at auction and estate sales in the low hundreds of dollars for common varieties, and into the thousands for more special or ornate objects. Large, early urns with impressive handles, bases and ornamentation command the highest price in this category, although very small and special examples can also be rare. Restoration of iron is best left to professionals as

proper removal of any traces of rust can go a long way toward extending the life of a piece.

Beyond iron, outdoor antiques and vintage objects may be found in an assortment of materials. Bronze, zinc and copper architectural elements and statuary tend to develop a wonderfully warm and natural patina over time. Of course, collectors will pay the most for bronze items, and generally the quality of casting and design will be superior to less expensive materials. Copper is soft and prone to damage, so look for smaller objects or items with a forgiving hand-hammered fnish.

Zinc is an interesting, dull grey surface that takes a casting remarkably well and suggests a bit more of an industrial style.

For those who prefer a more whimsical design, porcelain objects can bring a colorful juxtaposition to an otherwise organic setting. Asian garden seats in the form of a barrel are often elaborately decorated with exotic patterns. Flowerpots, fgural objects and vases may also fnd their way outside—particularly if nicked or chipped—as the perfect spot in the garden may hide a few faws. When using porcelain or glass objects, be certain they are drilled for drainage or kept out of direct rainfall.

Do you prefer that your garden accoutrements blend a bit more organically into the plan? Stone or concrete statuary and birdbaths can provide just a touch of classical architecture.

Hand-chiseled examples will naturally be pricier, but MidCentury cement castings are remarkably detailed and provide just the look at a reasonable price point.

If warm spring days beckon your inner gardener, get a head start on summer blooms by brightening up the garden with an array of interesting and beautiful outdoor antique objects. sl

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Amelia and Jef Jefers are the co-owners of Garth's Auctioneers & Appraisers, an international frm located outside Columbus, Ohio.

Mid-20th century concrete garden urn along with a very large casting of a nymph (Sold, $470), an art pottery vase atop a neoclassical marble pedestal and a carved statue of Venus (Sold, $999).

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Bibliotaph: Child's Play

Written by Bridget Williams

Captured through the lens of photographer and journalist Gabriele Galimberti over the course of three years, the images of children from around the globe with their most prized possessions provides a glimpse of the world into which each was born. Te array of imagery from more than 50 countries enables the reader to glean a great deal about the hopes and ambitions of the people who bestowed each child with their vastly varied playthings. Gabriele Galimberti - Toy Stories: Photos of Children from Around the World and Teir Favorite Tings - Hardcover, 112 pages, Abrams Books (abramsbooks.com).

Since 1997, Wim Pauwels, founder of BetaPlus Publishing, has printed more than 250 titles highlighting 100 of the best project designs based on a particular theme. Tis edition focuses on a compilation of the most beautiful and inspirational children's rooms from the past ten years. Wim Pauwels - Te 100 Best Children's Rooms - Hardcover, 224 pages, Beta-Plus Publishing (betaplus.com/en/).

Renate MĂźller began designing and producing toys in the early 1960s as part of an endeavor launched by Helene Haeusler at the Sonneberg Technical College for Toy Design in Sonneberg, Germany. Te toys were used for balance training and orthopedic exercise as well as for sensory exercises and hand-eye coordination.

Tis book is the frst English-language monograph on her work, published on Te second book by Paul Budnitz, founder of designer toy powerhouse Kidrobot, serves as a the occasion of a solo exhibition at R 20th compendium of the newest, rarest and most coveted limited edition art toys created by more Century. Evan Snyderman and Zesty Meyers than 140 artists and companies across six continents. Paul Budnitz - I Am Plastic, Too: Te - Renate MĂźller: Toys+Design - Hardcover, 80 Next Generation of Designer Toys - Hardcover, 368 pages, Abrams Books (abramsbooks.com). pages, R & Company (r-and-company.com).

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Refecting the growing trend to reverse over-scheduling and too much screen time, this book provides a glimpse into 12 homes purposefully designed to embrace and inspire children's interests and activities without sacrifcing style. Andrew Weaving (Author) and Andrew Wood (Photographer) - Playful Home: Creative Style for Living with Kids Hardcover, 240 pages, Rizzoli Universe (rizzoliusa.com).

Te most extravagant volume to date in teNeues' ongoing series of luxury publications, this hefty tome highlights the world's most lavish and discerning array of toys for big boys. Luxury Toys for Men: Te Ultimate Collection - Hardcover, 304 pages teNeues (teneues.com).

A staple of childhood play, Nathan Sawaya elevates the humble Lego brick to an awe-inspiring art form through his larger-than-life sculptures, featured in hundreds of photographs with behind-thescenes details. Nathan Sawaya - Te Art of the Brick: A Life in LEGO - Hardcover, 248 pages, No Starch Press (nostarch.com).

Encompassing everything from toys, home accessories, lighting, footwear, photography and artwork to playgrounds and architecture, the 100 designs and art projects highlighted in this book are all infused with the essence of play. Victionary - Just Kidding! A to Z Designs for Kids & Kidults - Hardcover, 240 pages, Victionary (victionary.com).

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Punched Up Powder Te White Glove Experience at Beaver Creek Written by Victoria Chase I wasn’t certain whether it was the altitude or the champagne served on a silver platter as I exited the helicopter that transported us from the airport in Vail to the base of the mountain that had me in a state of euphoria, but one thing I knew for certain: Beaver Creek’s exclusive White Glove Winter Getaway Package takes the concept of a Rocky Mountain high well into the stratosphere. “It is the ultimate luxury experience for serious skiers, but the range of fexible amenities available through the White Glove package makes it ideal for families or a small group of skiers with varying abilities,” said Jen Brown, Senior Manager of Public Relations for Beaver Creek.

An area of immense natural beauty, particularly in winter when the brilliant white bark of bare Aspen trees stands proud against an expanse of bluer-than-blue skies, the 1,832 skiable acres that comprise the well-groomed and uncrowded trails of Beaver Creek amply accommodate shushers of all abilities. Even more prestige was added to the powder this past February when the site played host to some 700 athletes from more than 70 nations as part of the 2015 FIS Alpine World Ski Championships.

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Fresh on-mountain amenities for the 2014/2015 ski season include 24 new state-of-the-art snowmaking guns to provide fresh snow atop the smooth corduroy on the popular Gold Dust trail several nights a week; a new high-speed Centennial Express Lift that can carry 3,400 people per hour via a combination of alternating six-passenger chairs and 10-person gondola cabins (the latter of which are particularly kid and beginner friendly); and a cozy “Candy Cabin” located at the top of the Strawberry Park Express Lift and Upper Beaver Creek Mountain Express Lift that is reminiscent of candy stores from a bygone era, complete with vintage soft drinks (the kind with real cane sugar) and custom chocolates from Colorado-based Mootz Chocolates.

Champagne and cookies in hand, our personal Ski School Ambassador transported us to The Osprey, a ski-in, ski-out boutique hotel that has the distinction of being the closest hotel to a chairlift in North America, just 26 feet, and whose interior design provides a contemporary twist on Alpine decor. While relaxing in front of the fre, representatives from RentSkis Gold provided a private equipment ftting.

Te Osprey, a ski-in, ski-out boutique hotel, has the distinction of being the closest hotel to a chairlift in North America.

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As part of Beaver Creek's White Glove experience, a "Cabin Keeper" provides expert concierge services.

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Helicopter transfer from the airport in Vail to Beaver Creek provides breathtaking vistas. Photo by Bridget Williams.

Living room in Trapper's Cabin.

As part of the White Glove Winter Getaway Package, which is valued at $50,000, travelers are treated to fve nights in Trapper’s Cabin, a luxurious four-bedroom, three-level mountaintop home near Bachelor’s Gulch boasting panoramic views of the ski area.

Even though the property is located near many popular runs, it feels quite secluded. After the slopes have closed for the day, it’s not uncommon for some of the “locals,” including black bear and elk, to drop by for an unannounced visit. Amenities of the cabin include a cozy living room with freplace, a game room with a pool table, a large deck with a hot tub, access to a SnowCat for transport to the village, and all of the amenities one would normally associate with a luxury hotel from technology to toiletries.

A “Cabin Keeper” provides attentive and expert concierge services, which includes arranging gourmet in-house meals prepared

by David Sanchez, executive chef at the Osprey. Sanchez’s less-ismore philosophy highlights his unique ability to coax vibrant favors from simply, yet beautifully prepared dishes. I developed a particular penchant for his ghost pepper breakfast omelet during my stay.

Once settled into our respective rooms we dove into Helly Hansen goody bags stuffed with a “welcome to Beaver Creek ski apparel package” that also included the most important accessory of all: an Epic Pass, which not only allowed unfettered access to the slopes during our stay in Beaver Creek, but could be used throughout the season at any of Vail Resort’s 22 resorts located in four countries, including Nieseko in Japan and Verbier in Switzerland.

For our frst full day on the mountain, the experts among us took advantage of the White Glove First Tracks program, which provides sunrise access to the slopes before the lifts open to the public, as well as a hearty breakfast at the private on-mountain

Allies’ Cabin. Te beginners, myself included, were taken by our Ski Ambassador to meet our instructor for private lessons. Ski school clients and White Glove participants can take a midday break for lunch at SaddleRidge, which was originally built to the tune of $27 million by the Shearson-Lehman Corporation as a retreat for its clients and executives. Boasting one of the largest private collections of American Western artifacts and art in the US outside of a museum, you can enjoy a Colorado craft beer while ogling checks signed by Wells Fargo himself or sit behind a desk that belonged to Bufalo Bill.

Beaver Creek was purpose-built with meticulous attention to minute details that enhance the guest experience, which means that the White Glove experience is infnitely customizable depending on the interests and abilities of the group. Following a day on the slopes, the White Glove experience includes spa services at the Allegria Spa in the Park Hyatt. Be sure to arrive early to indulge in the Aqua Sanitas, a self-guided fve-step water ritual modeled on ancient Roman baths. Snuggle under a warm blanket and admire the vastness of the starry skies during a SnowCat tour up the mountain to a gourmet dinner at Beano’s Cabin. Elevate your heartrate, or not, during a private snowshoe tour and picnic in McCoy Park, one of North America’s premier lift-accessed trail systems, where running “of-piste” down a hill is sure to leave you feeling like a kid again, particularly after downing one of the aforementioned cane sugar soft drinks!

Te 2015 ski season Beaver Creek runs until April 12. For more information about all of the amenities included as part of the White Glove Winter Package visit Beavercreek.com/whiteglove or call 877.774.6223. sl

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Art: Te Exhibit that Changed the Art World

Written by Anita Heriot

Scene from the 2014 Armory Show.

Image courtesy of Roberto Chamorro for Te Armory Show.

One hundred and one years ago, a group of 300 artists from Europe and the United States exhibited 1,250 paintings, sculptures and works on paper in the 69th Regiment Armory in New York City.

Referred to as the Armory Show, the exhibit drew more than 70,000 attendees in one month, and after traveling to Chicago that figure exceeded 180,000. Notable American artists such as George Bellows, John Sloan and Arthur Davies were exhibited side by side with the kings of the modern art world: Picasso, Duchamp and Braque.

In 1913, the United States was on the cusp of becoming the most important industrial power globally and increasingly the strongest military power. The Woolworth Building, constructed in 1913, was the tallest in the world. Grand Central Station, reopened in 1913, was the largest train station in the world. Tat same year the Ford Company introduced the frst automotive assembly line.

Yet for all of the major economic, military and industrial developments, America lagged behind Europe culturally.

American artists, such as Mary Cassatt, Maurice Prendergast and many others, focked to Europe to learn from the masters of the time, namely Matisse, Renoir and Seurat, yet Americans continued to be seen as merely imitators of European style.

However, within 50 years, the tables had turned. American artists such as Jackson Pollock, Robert Rauschenberg and Mark Rothko became dominant Modernist forces. No doubt there are many factors that contributed to the sea change in the development of Modern Art, such as the New Deal program for American artists. However, the Armory Show of 1913 was a watershed moment for the development of American artists, and by 1914 American art was forever changed. Critic and collector Gertrude Stein attended the exhibition. Other infuential tastemakers such as Albert Barnes and Henry Frick purchased works for their collections.

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According to Jerry Salz, art critic for Te New Yorker, “the founding of MoMA, the Whitney and much else stems directly from those 27 earth-shattering days.” With the Armory Show, American artists were exposed to the European avant-garde on a large scale, which no doubt had a direct infuence on the development of American Modernism.

One painting, which became almost synonymous with the uproar over the Armory Show, was Marcel Duchamp’s Nude Descending the Staircase No. 2. Art critics blasted Duchamp’s work among other Cubists. A Chicago Tribune editorial titled “The Cubist Art” said, “The nudes pervert the ideal of physical perfection, obliterate the line which has heretofore distinguished the artistic from the lewd and obscene, and incite feelings of disgust and aversion.” Marcel Duchamp’s work directly infuenced the likes of Jasper Johns, Robert Rauschenberg and Andy Warhol.

Even negative response to the show inspired the development of Modernism in the United States. American artists purposefully choose to reject Realism and Romanticism and embrace avant-garde artistic styles.

Having received a record number of gallery applications, the 2015 Armory Show, March 5-8, will host 199 of the world’s premier galleries from 28 countries across North and South America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East.

Noah Horowitz, executive director of The Armory Show remarked: “It is a very exciting moment for Te Armory Show with this year’s fair marking the most focused and highest caliber edition in my tenure. The selection process for the upcoming edition was particularly rigorous, and I am thrilled to see a number of notable galleries returning to the fair, as well as a strong presence of young, geographically diverse galleries who have chosen to show with us for the frst time."

For more information visit thearmoryshow.com. sl Anita Heriot is president of Pall Mall Advisors and a member of the Appraisers Association of America and is USPAP certifed. She can be reached at aheriot@pallmallartadvisors.com.

Scene from the 2014 Armory Show.

Image courtesy of Roberto Chamorro for Te Armory Show.

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7) Te Boden Low Chest from Tomas & Gray (price upon request; thomasandgray.com). 8) Pal Barstool in Gray by Hallgeir Homstvedt for Hem ($199; hem.com). 9) A band of polished stainless steel outlines the facing edges and top of the 90� Odile sofa from J. Robert Scott, which is upholstered in Velvet Soire from the Quail Collection. (price upon request; jrobertscott.com). 10) From Lalique, the Bacchantes vase in grey crystal is a numbered edition from the RenÊ Lalique re-editions collection ($7,500; lalique.com). 11) Te Serie Up 2000 Chair in silver was designed by Gaetano Pesce for B&B Italia (price upon request; bebitalia.com).

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1957 Mercedes-Benz 300SL Roadster.

Photo courtesy of Russo & Steele.

Arizona Auto Week Glistens, Glitters and Gleams Written by David M. Brown Arizona Auto Week, January 11 through 18, was high performance from start to fnish.

Concluding the second annual Arizona Concours d’Elegance on Sunday, January 11 at the Arizona Biltmore Resort, a magnifcent 1937 Mercedes-Benz 540 K Sport Cabriolet A won Best of Show. In addition, the cars of America’s greatest architect, Frank Lloyd Wright, were honored. An automotive lover, Wright consulted in the design of the great resort in the mid-1920s.

Six auctions took place in the Phoenix metropolitan area: Silver and RM, which were also held at the Biltmore; Bonhams, at the Kierland Westin Resort; Gooding & Company, at Scottsdale Fashion Square; Russo and Steele, in North Scottsdale; and, at WestWorld, Barrett-Jackson, where the world-famous Ron Pratt Collection sold for $40.44 million, including automobilia.

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cars. These included a 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300SL Roadster, $1,430,000; the extraordinary 1969 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Coupe, one of only 69 made, $335,500; and another street/track legend, the 1970 Ford Mustang Boss 429 Fastback, $330,000.

Russo and Steele posted the highest selling Porsche 911 of all the events at Arizona Auto Week with a 1974 2.7 RS, which hammered down at $305,500.

“We really had an incredible event from beginning to end. We experienced record crowds throughout the week and harnessed that energy into fantastic results,” said Drew Alcazar, founder of Scottsdale-based Russo and Steele. “All in all, it was a wonderful event, and it absolutely reinforced why we get so much enjoyment out of putting on these events. Cars and camaraderie – It’s Russo and Steele in Scottsdale!”

At the Gooding & Company auction, 11 cars broke the $1 million level, and 25 new auction records were set for a fnal tally of more than $51.5 million.

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1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica Series I Coupe Aerodinamico.

Photo by Brian Henniker for Gooding & Company.

A highly original, low-mileage, pristine condition 1964 Shelby 289 Cobra sold for $1,155,000 at the Gooding & Company Auction.

Photo by Brian Henniker for Gooding & Company.

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Barrett-Jackson's sale of Ron Pratt’s 1950 GM Futurliner Parade of Progress Tour Bus raised $4.65 million to beneft the Armed Forces Foundation.

1974 Porsche 2.7 RS. Photo courtesy of Russo & Steele.

Among the new world auction benchmarks was a 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica Series I Coupe Aerodinamico, $4,070,000, and a 1966 Porsche 906 Carrera 6, $1,980,000.

The auction highlight was the personally hosted sale of Jay Leno’s 2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8. Te comedian and car lover was accompanied by USO CEO & President J.D. Crouch II, and 36th Chief of Staf of the U.S. Army and USO board member General George Casey. Dramatically, the car generated $565,625 for the USO. Similar commitment to the troops came at Barrett-Jackson with the sale of Ron Pratt's 1950 GM Futurliner Parade of Progress Tour Bus, which raised $4.65 million to beneft the Armed Forces Foundation. Tese bus museums toured America in the ‘40s and ‘50s to celebrate the future of automobiles and technology.

“Te Futurliner moment was one I will always remember, as the outpouring of support for our veterans made me extremely proud,” said Pratt, a Valley resident who acquired many of his collector cars at former Barrett-Jackson auctions. “It took a monumental efort by the Barrett-Jackson team to execute this auction successfully. I am extremely satisfed by the results and

want to thank all those on the Barrett-Jackson team that helped make this happen.”

There were other stars from the Pratt Collection, which totaled $40.44 million in sales. The 1955 Pontiac Star Chief Convertible from I Love Lucy sold for $220,000; a custom truck from Te Beverly Hillbillies gaveled down for $275,000; and, the 1958 Plymouth Fury “Christine” from the eponymous Stephen King movie brought $198,000. Owned by the great driver and racing team owner Carrol Shelby, a 1966 Shelby Cobra 427 Super Snake, just one of two made, brought $5.1 million.

Altogether, Barrett-Jackson sold 1,611 vehicles for more than $130 million (unaudited), a record for the company during its 44-year history. Troughout the week, Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale 2015 raised $8.6 million for local and national charities.

"Tis year’s Scottsdale auction was on a scale unlike anything in our history,” said Craig Jackson, chairman and CEO of Scottsdale-based Barrett-Jackson. “From sales and consignments to our ratings on Discovery and Velocity, we smashed records at every level. Everyone who attended this year’s Scottsdale auction was a part of automotive history.” sl slmag.net

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Who,What,Wear Designers to Watch Written by Abigail Hamilton

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J. Benzal West African-born and Indianapolis-based fashion designer and entrepreneur Mamadou "Ben" Diallo studied textiles and business in Morocco before deciding to make the leap to the fashion scene in New York City. His studies led him to Butler University, and although he moved back to the Big Apple after graduation, thanks to his wife, an Indianapolis native, he found his way back to the Midwest. And while he enjoyed the family-friendly quality of life in the Hoosier State, he missed the options in men’s fashion ofered in the big city.

Having his own label had always been a dream for Diallo, so in 2008, despite the recession and believing he could fll a niche in the market, he opened J. Benzal in downtown Indianapolis. Te shop’s name is a derivative of Diallo’s nickname and that of two close friends who worked with him in the industry.

Populated exclusively with merchandise bearing the J. Benzal label, nearly everything in the store is Italian made. Te boutique’s success prompted him to open a second suburban outpost in the Carmel City Center and eye further brick-and-mortar expansion in neighboring states.

Diallo is a stickler for details and ft, and his suits are noted for contrast stitching on the lapels, colorful, high-quality fabrics, and European-style cuts.

Most recently Diallo has expanded his repertoire to designing footwear in a range of styles, from classic wingtips and loafers to more fashion-forward professional work boots. “I was tired of getting asked the same question over and over by my customers after we helped them pick a great outft, ‘where can I get some nice shoes?’ With the addition of our shoe collection, we hope to make J.Benzal, a one stop destination for the stylish man,” he remarked.

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Madiyah Al Sharqi Born into the royal family of Fujairah, one of the seven emirates that make up the United Arab Emirates, Sheikha Madiyah Al Sharqi was exposed to fne tailoring from a young age. After graduating from the private Parisian fashion school Ecole Superieure des Arts et techniques de la Mode (ESMOD), she apprenticed under Lebanese designer Abed Mahfouz before launching an eponymous collection in 2012. Te Middle Eastern designer’s creative manipulation of vibrant fabrics and employment of sophisticated needlework earned her a spot as a fnalist for the 2013/2014 International Woolmark Prize, a highly coveted designer award, as well as being named “one of the most exciting and promising designers to come out of this region” by Harpers Bazaar Arabia.

As a young royal, Madiyah is in a unique position to juxtapose traditional imperial grandeur with the perspective of a modern discerning woman. Her delicate design aesthetic is consistent throughout each collection, while her creative inspirations shift from season to season.

Madiyah describes her clientele as a “woman who is graceful and timeless, with a passion for opulent design. She appreciates intricate embroideries and subtle color palettes, and makes bold statements with her choice of silhouettes. Her conservative nature lies in the delicate fabrics that accentuate her femininity.”

For more information and stockists, visit madiyahalsharqi.com.

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Mathieu Mirano Talent and tenacity are two words that could be easily bantered about to explain the driving force behind emerging designer Mathieu Mirano’s upward career trajectory. Just 23 years old, the Long Island native and Parsons drop-out already has fve shows at New York Fashion Week under his belt, through which he was bestowed the title of the ‘Mad Scientist of Fashion’ by ELLE Magazine for his utilization of motifs ranging from robots to ancient creatures. Tough already garnering buzz among fashion industry insiders for several seasons, his work reached a more mainstream audience after Lady Gaga made an appearance on Good Morning America in late 2014 wearing a custom paper ensemble he designed specifcally for the singer. Since then his tailored pieces, which strike a delicate balance between constructed shapes and soft femininity, have graced the likes of Nicole Ritchie, Julianne Moore, Gabrielle Union and Rosie Huntington-Whiteley.

Inspired by his fascination with science and nature, Mirano’s spring 2015 ready-to-wear collection features a heightened focus on silhouette, with separates and dresses sporting details such as pleats and peplums that play with asymmetry and volume in a modern way. Trailblazing fabrications, including rubberized cottons in laser grid patterns and other manipulated materials allow the collection to transcend from casual sophistication to full-on glamour.

Said the designer: “Te Mathieu Mirano woman is extremely thoughtful in regards to her fashion choices. She pays attention to the detail, to the cuts, to the treatments and to the high level of craftsmanship. She isn’t living to work. She’s living every day to live. But most importantly, she has a sexiness that is never vulgar.”

For more information and stockists visit mathieumirano.com.

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Castles to Caddies Enjoying Royal Treatment in Ireland Written by Bridget Williams

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Five star Ashford Castle is surrounded by 350 acres on the shores of Lough Corrib in County Mayo.

Perhaps I was subjected to one too many knight in shining armor tales at bedtime as a youngster, but I feel fairly confident in my assertation that I’m not alone when it comes to having developed a girlhood fascination with castles and the romanticized notions of life within their stone walls. Learning the true realities of medieval life – leprosy, dysentery, the plague, a lack of indoor plumbing and having to consume mead on a regular basis, among other maladies – certainly tarnished a bit of the shine I took to castle living, but not

enough to entirely dissuade my interest. My own teenage daughter was not immune from such musings, which served as the impetus for a recent trip to Te Emerald Isle focused on the Counties Clare, Galway and May in the west of the country. En route from place to place, we traveled roadways in the bucolic countryside that seemed snug even for our micro rental car and had us wondering more often than not if we were lost, but with scenery so picturesque, we hardly minded a few errant wrong turns.

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Sunset at the Trump International Golf Links & Hotel

Trump International Golf Links & Hotel, Ireland Traveling under the cover of darkness following a pre-dawn arrival at Shannon Airport, when the robotic voice of our GPS system confdently announced that we had arrived at Te Trump International Golf Links & Hotel, I was certain there must be some mistake as dawn’s frst light revealed only modest farmhouses set against a backdrop of gently undulating mossy green hills. Scanning the horizon, we spied a cluster of buildings in the distance and headed in that direction. As we drew closer, the form of an impressive stone lodge and detached cottages that comprise the 185-room resort fully revealed themselves from their perch above the rugged Atlantic coastline in crescentshaped Doughmore Bay. Opened in 2006 as Doonbeg, the Trump organization acquired the property – the only five-star luxury resort on the coast of County Clare – in 2014. Te juxtaposition of the refined architecture against an untamed expanse of coastline painted a breathtaking scene. As I surveyed how the Greg Norman-designed links course rambled along the cliff ’s edge, I wished, even if just for a split second, that I had eschewed the notion of ever becoming a golfer.

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Resisting the urge to bask in the sun while walking barefoot across the spongy golf green laid out behind the lodge, we instead explored our ocean-view, two-story, two-bedroom suite, which was outfitted quite luxuriously in classic hunt country style with natty tweed upholstery, bespoke furnishings and antiques, reclaimed woods, baths with honed marble, tumbled stone and plant-based toiletries made at the nearby Burren Perfumery, vintage-style hardware and light switches, roughhewn ceiling beams, crewelwork drapery, a small kitchen and dining area, and a sitting room with gas freplace. With the majority of guest suites averaging 1,000-square-feet or more and 17 Links Cottages spanning nearly 3,000 square-feet, the property is ideal for family travel and those not willing to forgo the comforts of a wellappointed home while abroad.

It wasn’t long before we succumbed a little to jetlag by starting up the fire and settling in at opposite ends of the window seat to listen to the rhythm of the waves as they rolled and tumbled the stones along the shore to a polished fnish that proved to be ideal for a subsequently idyll afternoon of skipping rocks. Further down the beach our gazes transfxed

View of the lodge from Doughmore Bay.

Native grasses are used for the the golf course at Trump International Golf Links & Hotel. Photo by Bridget Williams.

Entrance to the Lodge at the Trump International.

on a couple galloping astride horses whose color mimicked the foamy whitecaps.

Refreshed from a brief catnap, we decided to walk the par72 golf course, which plays 6,885 yards from championship tees and boasts ocean views from 16 of its 18 holes. Te frst course in Ireland or Great Britain designed by Greg Norman, the layout follows nature, with native grasses simply mowed on 14 greens and 12 fairways. Varying ocean breezes ensure that no two rounds will ever play the same. A total of 51 acres of grey dunes are permanently fenced of for preservation, while the remainder of the site, including the course, is designated as a proposed Natural Heritage Area. Te 400-acre resort also includes a frstrate pro shop, a practice facility with driving range, putting green and chipping area, and caddies trained to U.S. standards.

Under the direction of Executive Head Chef Greg Budzyn, guests at the property can savor both traditional and international cuisine prepared with locally sourced ingredients at two full-service dining options: casual, bistro-style fare in the Trump Bar and Restaurant or fine dining accompanied by an impressive global selection of wines in the Ocean View Restaurant. Afternoon tea is

Lodge suite living room at the Trump International.

served daily by the freplace in the lounge, and in-suite dining is available around the clock.

Smitten with the scent of the Burren Perfumery toiletries in our room, we obtained directions to the company’s manufactory where we perused their entire product line, picked up souvenirs and enjoyed afternoon tea and scones from their on-site tearoom (burrenperfumery.com). The sparsely populated scenery of the limestone upland en route was quite arresting, and we made multiple stops just to admire the desolately beautiful karst landscape, where 70 percent of Ireland's wildfower species can be found.

Sensory indulgence also abounds at the Trump International’s subterranean White Horses Spa, located beneath the main lodge and outfitted in the same warm and welcoming country chic environment that permeates the upper floors. Laura Ryan, my massage therapist, was honored as “Best Spa Terapist of the Year" 2013 by Irish Tatler magazine and for good reason: my blissful 90-minute Burren Wilderness Massage seemed to be over in the blink of an eye!

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Dromoland Castle at dusk.

Dromoland After a few days of visiting castles, we were ready to live like royalty by checking into one, and Dromoland, a 16th century baronial castle located in Newmarket-on-Fergus, proved to ft the bill quite nicely. Literally minutes from a major thoroughfare and less than a 20-minute drive from Shannon Airport, once you pass through the gateway you are enveloped by 450 acres of lush, rolling hills. An 18-hole championship parkland golf course is laid out on either side of the narrow lane leading to the stoic limestone castle, complete with four castellated turrets.

Te castle is strategically positioned atop a knoll that provides a “wow” moment the frst time it comes into view.

As the ancestral home of the O’Briens, Barons of Inchiquin, one of the few native Gaelic families of royal blood, the richly appointed interiors of Dromoland Castle beft their noble legacy.

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by Manuel Canovas, Colefax & Fowler and Pierre Frey.

My favorite room was Te Cocktail Bar, an octagon-shaped space that was the former study of Lord Inchiquin, and where we would retreat each evening to claim a corner table near the fre to enjoy a pint and a sing-along of Irish ballads. Red and gold foil damask wallpaper accentuated the soaring height of the room’s ceiling; dark wood bookcases not utilized to highlight spirits for the bar housed a whimsical collection of Toby jugs. A pack of Stafordshire spaniel fgures sat obediently from individual halfround shelves scattered around the room.

Dromoland’s fne dining option, the Earl of Tomond, was awarded a Michelin star in 1995 under Head Chef Jean Baptiste Molinari. Current Executive Chef David McCann has taken great pains to ensure that the culinary delights revealed when the polished silver domes presented to the table are lifted in unison are truly worthy of such pageantry. À la carte, fve-course table d’hôte and vegetarian menus are available.

More casual dining from noon to late evening is ofered at the Fig Tree Restaurant, located in the Golf & Country Club building and just a short walk from the castle. Both the facilities and menu were revamped in 2012. A traditional daily tea is

Te Cocktail Bar at Dromoland Castle.

Te karst landscape of the Burren region is home to 70% of Ireland's wildfower species.

Photo by Bridget Williams.

served from 3:00-5:00 in the Drawing Room. For the active or romantically inclined, a special picnic basket can be prepared for a day outing or a relaxing lunchtime stroll to a secluded spot on the grounds.

A full complement of indoor and outdoor activities makes Dromoland a year-round destination. Opened in 2007, Te Spa at Dromoland features an outdoor hydra spa sheltered by a gazebo and ornamental courtyard, six luxury treatment rooms, and two product ranges, Pevonia Botanica and Voya, the latter of which is an organic seaweed beauty product manufacturer based on Ireland's Atlantic coast.

Dromoland’s 18-hole championship golf course was re-designed by Irish golfng legend J.B. Carr and American Ron Kirby. Te afliated Golf Academy boasts 10 fully automated driving bays, putting greens and a bunker, including a rivetedface-links-style bunker modeled on the famous “Road Hole” bunker on the 17th at St. Andrews.

Lake Dromoland is well-stocked with trout, perch and other coarse fish, and guests may fish from the banks or one of the estate’s small boats. Two all-weather tennis courts, a dedicated shooting range, archery instruction, horseback riding, falconry “Hawk Walks,” complimentary mountain bikes for use on the estate, an indoor swimming pool, sauna, steam room and ftness

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facility, and ample acreage for hiking, walking and jogging ensure there’s always plenty to do.

Easy day trips from both Dromoland and the Trump International Golf Links & Hotel include hiking the spectacular pathways that snake along the precipitous edges of the Cliffs of Moher (cliffsofmoher.ie); visiting Bunratty Castle and Folk Park where you can stroll through a village constructed to resemble life in Ireland a century ago, followed by dining Medieval style in the 15th century Bunratty Castle (shannonheritage.com/BunrattyCastleAndFolkPark); marveling at the lunar-like landscape found in The Burren National Park (burrennationalpark.ie); and, simply wandering through charming towns sprinkled throughout the countryside and popping into a local pub where hospitality flows as freely as the Guinness on tap. We were particularly fond of Morrissey’s Seafood Bar & Grill in Doonbeg (morrisseysdoonbeg.ie) and Te Locke Bar in Limerick, which had excellent traditional Irish music (lockebar.com). Further afeld but still reachable in a day is Blarney Castle. While kissing the famed Blarney Stone is a must, the gardens that surround the 600-year-old castle are quite exquisite and worth a leisurely stroll (blarneycastle.ie).

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Ashford Castle Nudging the bar even higher on luxury lodging in Ireland is Ashford Castle. While the presence of a friendly ghost purported to make herself known from time-to-time in the oldest section of the castle is debatable, what is absolutely irrefutable is the property’s rich legacy, preserved and enhanced under the tutelage of Bea Tollman, founder and president of the Red Carnation Hotel Collection, who, after acquiring the property and saving it from a pedestrian fate, set upon a meticulous and ambitious renovation and restoration project during which no expense was spared.

Positioned prominently on the shores of Lough Corrib, the second-largest lake in Ireland, the oldest section of Ashford Castle dates to 1228. Subsequent owners, including Lord and Lady Ardilaun of the Guinness family (whose legendary love story is fairy tale worthy), expanded the existing structure in a neo-Gothic style and extended the estate to an eventual 26,000 acres (it stands today at a more manageable 350 acres). The property opened as a hotel in the early 1940s; when John Mulcahy acquired the property in 1970, he nearly doubled its size with the addition of a new wing. Red Carnation purchased the property out of receivership in 2013. “We haven’t seen an investment of this scale in both the property and the local community since the legendary

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Joyce County sheepdogs provides visitors a glimpse of a rapidly disappearing way of life in the Connemara region.

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benevolence of the Guinness family in the 1800s,” said General Manager Niall Rochford, who was named Hospitality Manager of the Year 2013 by Te Irish Times. “Te Tollman family wants to preserve and enhance the story of Ashford, and the sense of style, time and place they have created is truly wonderful.”

The heart of hospitality beats strong at Ashford, where children of long-time employees often follow in their parent’s footsteps generation after generation and pridefully regard the castle as their home away from home. I have to say, in all my years of traveling, I’ve yet to stay at a property whose staf are so fully in-sync with and vested in a company’s ethos as those at Ashford.

Tollman maintains an intensive personal level of involvement in each of Red Carnation’s 17 four- and five-star boutique hotels around the globe that is dually admirable and mind-boggling, leaving me to wonder if she ever sleeps! Tis is worth mentioning quite simply for the fact that happy employees create optimal guest experiences at even the most mundane level of interaction.

Bea Tollman and her daughter Toni headed up the design team that created uniquely opulent environs in each of the castle’s 68 guestrooms and 14 staterooms; Ashford is the only property of its size in Ireland to boast completely individualized guestrooms. The final renovations will be unveiled when the

Te new Billiard Room at Ashford Castle.

Ashford Castle is home to Ireland's frst School of Falconry. Photo by Bridget Williams.

property reopens on March 28 after a winter hiatus. Even in her 80s, Bea logs some 300,000 travel miles annually and is constantly acquiring antiques and art for her company’s hotels, sometimes squirreling pieces away in storage until the “perfect” opportunity presents itself.

I had the privilege of lodging in stateroom 326, which overlooks the lake and formal garden and is resplendent in a predominant palette of regal red and royal blue, with upholstered silk walls (a design hallmark of Red Carnation properties); a fush mount ceiling draped bed with a scalloped crown and tassel trim that matches the drapery; Venetian mirrors; a blue Murano chandelier; original oil portraits; a spacious bath with a one-ton marble soaking tub, an Empire-style crystal chandelier, iridescent wallpaper and a walk-in shower so spacious, it brings a concerthall setting to singing in the shower; and, the latest in high-tech in-room amenities.

Common areas of the hotel have been refreshed as well, with windows added and doorways widened to allow more light into rooms that had previously seemed slightly somber. “Te Tollmans have maintained what should be and removed what’s not important, and that has added to the high-level experience,” said Paula Carroll, who heads up Ashford’s sales and marketing department.

George V. dining room at Ashford Castle.

Recently added amenities include a posh 32-seat cinema, children’s game room, a billiard room and a pair of outdoor roof terraces, one of which will serve fne cigars, some of which will be exclusive to Ashford. Future plans include transforming the recently rediscovered escape tunnel into a wine cellar with private dining rooms and creating a secluded lakefront honeymoon suite from an old boathouse on the grounds. Further in the offing, pending regulatory approval, is a renovation and expansion of the on-site spa to include an indoor ozone-fltrated pool and state-ofthe-art ftness center.

Te afable and seemingly omnipresent Robert Bowe heads up the restaurant and wine program and will gladly spin a good castle ghost yarn if you inquire. For breakfast each morning in the George V Dining Room, so named to commemorate a visit by the then Prince of Wales, scrambled eggs with shaved black trufe seemed ideally suited for the elegant environs, illuminated by nine grand Waterford chandeliers. Dinner is a formal afair, where a seasonal menu highlights the best local meat, fsh and produce. Te intimate Connaught Room, considered one of the fnest in the castle, provides dinner service from May through September. Cullens at the Dungeon Bar and the seasonal Cullens at the Cottage ofer more casual fare. You can immerse

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Stateroom 326 in Ashford Castle.

Te Presidential Suite at Ashford Castle.

yourself in the art of appreciating fne and rare Irish whiskeys at the Prince of Wales Cocktail Bar or survey the rapidly changing skies over the lake from a plethora of windows in the Drawing Room, which makes daily afternoon tea quite a treat (the Irish Whiskey Cream tea blended just for Ashford is a must-try).

Activities on property include fshing for brown trout and Atlantic salmon in Lough Corrib, considered one of the best fsheries in Europe for both species; falconry lessons at the School of Falconry (Ireland’s frst); indoor archery; tennis; cruising the lake aboard the M.V. Lady Ardilaun; jogging/walking an extensive network of routes from 20 minutes to two hours in duration that traverse everything from mossy forested paths to winding country roads; golfing the onsite nine-hole, par 35 parkland course designed by Irish golf architect Eddie Hackett (fve notable courses are located within close proximity of the castle); choosing from a dozen available horses to ride at the equestrian center; and, shooting sporting clays at a designated range with expert coaching from Tom Clesham, who has literally grown up on property (his parents operate the equestrian center).

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and Maureen O’Hara. Te movie is screened daily in Ashford Castle’s cinema.

Myriad day trips abound throughout the Connemara region (connemara.ie/en/), whose raw and rugged beauty proved to be infnitely intriguing. Te area is distinguished by some 7,000 miles of dry stone walls that scale over and around the steep hillsides and contain herds of sheep whose wooly coats sport bright painted markings to signify their ownership. During our visit, the weather seemed to change on a dime and subtle shifts in sunlight caused the mood of the steep hills, bogs, lakes and golden beaches of the Atlantic shoreline to seesaw between ethereal and eerie.

Noteworthy places to visit include Kylemore Abbey (kylemoreabbeytourism.ie), a monument to love and loss that is now home to a group of Benedictine nuns and the largest Victorian walled garden in all of Ireland; the town of Westport (destinationwestport.com), a small community with a large number of fne restaurants and pubs and recently named the best town to live in Ireland; Joyce Country Sheepdogs (joycecountrysheepdogs.ie) where a sheepdog demonstration provides a glimpse of a rapidly disappearing way of life; and Burke’s Bar and Restaurant in the village of Clonbur (burkesclonbur.com) for an authentic Irish pub experience.

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Timeless Timbertop Written by Katharine Mallory Photography by Dale Clark

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Te rough-hewn sign mounted on stately stone simply reads, “Timbertop� confrming one’s arrival to a destination that proves, for those who arrive by chance or circumstance, to be a timeless display of design and breathtaking nature hidden along an unsuspecting stretch of road southeast of Columbus.

Several years ago, as a husband and wife ventured out of suburbia to fnd a new home for their family, this sign marked the beginning of a new era for them, but the continuation of gracious hospitality for the indefectible estate surreptitiously positioned beyond the gate.

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Lined with mature oak, maple, sycamore and sweet gum trees, the winding drive provided a halcyon welcome to the stately French-inspired chateau, undoubtedly dubbed “Timbertop” for the commanding view of 77 rolling acres on which it sits. Enchanted by the property from the moment they turned into the drive, the wife found the residence to be “the icing on the cake.” She recalls, “When the main house fnally came into view, we felt we had been transported to the French countryside; and the six stall barn was perfect!” After all, their search had been prompted by the recent purchase of a horse for their youngest son whose passion had clearly indicated to them that horses were going to be a big part of their lives. When they decided to dive into his equestrian pursuits headfrst, their suburban Columbus home would no longer sufce. Little did they know that this budding passion would drive their ownership of one of the midwest’s most extraordinary residences.

Built in 1935 for Cyrus and Harriet Fulton, Timbertop has been home to only three families, for whom it has been an elegant and sociable retreat with special friends and loved ones. The Fultons moved to Lancaster from Columbus to be closer to Mr. Fulton’s work at the Lancaster Lens Company, later the Anchor Hocking Glass Corporation. They built a small cottage before undertaking the design and construction of Timbertop under the able direction of noted architect Robert Reeves. Timbertop quickly became a regular destination on the Columbus social circuit, with legions of the Fultons’ friends making the trek from Columbus to Lancaster on “Friendly Fridays” to enjoy the country life and the company of the Fultons. So friendly were these Fridays that they would often turn into Saturdays. With only a two-lane road connecting Columbus and Lancaster, guests frequently stayed overnight.

Indeed, the apartment above the home’s detached garage became known as “Hat’s Flat” and ofered a comfortable place to lay one’s head after parties that lasted well into the wee hours of the morning.

Ann Findlay Jones fondly remembers many days and nights spent at Timbertop with her dearest childhood friend, Holly Fulton. French house guests who lingered for weeks and parties lasting for days were just a part of life at Timbertop, “Tere were seated dinner dances that were just too lavish, too gay,” says Jones. “It was magical, ten times more surreal than you can imagine.” And yet, inside the walls of this home, it is easy to imagine that even the most common gathering transforms into something quite magical simply by virtue of the space itself.

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The grand living room was added many years after the home was built, afording a sublime venue for innumerable formal dinners, casual cocktails and a wealth of dancing. The elevated stage area has hosted many live musicians throughout the years, and provides the perfect setting on which to raise a glass with a cherished group of friends. Te palatial scale of this room lends naturally to entertaining a crowd, yet the warmth of design throughout both this room and the rest of the home invites intimate connections and moments of refection.

Te cozy room that now serves as a den, with its knotty pine paneling and welcoming freplace, was once the home’s dining room. With full-time help and a small galley kitchen servicing the Fultons and their guests, they, like many families of that era, saw little need for a large, inviting kitchen. As times changed, subsequent owners oversaw an architecturally harmonious renovation to include a generous kitchen, breakfast room and sitting area - extensions of the hospitable tone so pervasive throughout the property.

Adjacent to the den is a bar that retains a Fulton-era mural of Timbertop with azaleas in full bloom. Sunlight streams in through windows that provide a glimpse of the outdoors from every room.

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Timbertop’s legendary hospitality has continued with its current owners, who enthusiastically embrace visits from family and friends. Two of the couple’s three children have celebrated their marriages on the property, with the youngest son’s marriage fttingly held at the barn that frst drew the family to Timbertop nearly twenty years ago. The family has put down roots in the community as well. Schoolchildren visit regularly, enjoying the freedom of ample space to roam, explore and learn. The couple’s active support of the Lancaster Festival, a widely-acclaimed, ten-day celebration of the arts, has brought musicians from around the world to Timbertop for what has become an annual cookout and swim party, putting that original cottage on the property to good use as both guest and pool house. Although no horses currently reside at Timbertop, the son who inspired the move to the country is now an equine veterinarian.

Perhaps Timbertop captures the hearts and minds of all who experience it because of “lagniappe,” described by Mark Twain as “a word worth traveling to New Orleans to get.” A hybrid of the Spanish and French languages, its translation falls disappointingly short of the intended meaning. In English: “a little something extra,” the concept of lagniappe could be the secret to Timbertop’s enduring allure: the magical, indescribable little something extra that cements this country estate as timeless. sl 74 slmag.net

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THE HILLS MARKET Written by Kristin Crump

Photography by James Henthorn

If only grocery shopping could be a treat rather than a chore: a splendid journey through smart rows of choice ingredients, hand-selected by a fellow foodie with just enough moxie to keep things interesting, but a solid awareness of those comforting staples necessary for long work weeks and too-short weekends. A grocery store filled with fresh, local produce; decadent baked goods; and prepared foods that seem so recently, carefully prepared as to convince you that you did, in fact, spend a few hours in the kitchen earlier (or did you?). Throw in a studied wine and beer selection, and you have just described a fantastical grocery shopping experience - or, to those C-bus consumers in-the-know: Te Hills Market.

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Launched in 1993 on “old 315”, where six lanes narrow to two, the picturesque Olentangy River is at home among dense green foliage, and the urgency of the city makes way for the more relaxed pace of the suburbs, Te Hills Market has been a closely guarded secret for many years - and why wouldn’t it be? Te chef ’s food case ofers an impressive presentation for the most harried of hostesses. Te cashier knows your name (and likely will remind you of that oft-forgotten staple). The butcher is as discerning as the finest charcuterie and knows just how you like your cuts. And, the tiramisu? It is enough to keep even the chattiest guest absolutely mum.

Not much has changed for Te Hills - unless you consider new ownership, expansion into downtown Columbus and such creative concepts as pop-up mini-restaurants, personal shopping (and delivery!) services and cooking classes. A new era was ushered in when, in 2007, the death of the founder inspired four company employees to pool their resources and commit to the grocery industry in a big way. With a spirit of innovation but a dedication to maintaining the vibe of a family-owned business, the new owners have solidifed Te Hills as an iconic community destination.

Te fagship store has remained in its original home, just 10 minutes north of Clintonville. After years of felding requests for a second location, the new owners seized the opportunity to expand into downtown Columbus in March 2013. Capitalizing on the growth occurring in the Discovery District, The Hills Market on Grant Avenue now serves as the first fullservice grocery store in the area. Once an auto body shop, the converted building retains tremendous character thanks to the arched plank ceilings, unfnished vintage wood supports and large banks of windows on all sides, making for a breezy, uncluttered feel.

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Seasonal shopping takes on a whole new meaning at Te Hills. During the clement summer months the Worthington location boasts an outdoor patio (“Te Veranda�) where a welcoming atmosphere invites customers to linger over a casual lunch, imbibe a favorite cocktail or revel in a seasonal cookout. Downtown, the cafe provides a peaceful respite from busy city streets - beckoning students, urbanites, museum goers and those relishing the sights of Columbus to step in and steal a few moments for themselves.

Patrons fock to both locations for some of the most enjoyable food events in Central Ohio. Te smell of freshly-grilled salmon sandwiches, ice cream and the sound of steel drums usher in Memorial Day and summer Saturdays will fnd customers savoring lobster rolls, fresh berry pies and a tall glass of lemonade. The annual Labor Day Ohio Hog Roast features smoked pork paired with live bluegrass music and a variety of brews. Several times a year at both locations shoppers can enjoy Ohio Market Day where they will have the opportunity to discover what makes local food so celebrated.

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With a love of all things Ohio and an enduring commitment to support local farmers and entrepreneurs The Hills Markets have found an ideal balance between “small town� and twenty-frst century grocer. Te occasional mechanical bull, spelling bee and cross-city bike ride solidifes their spot as one of our favorite neighborhood bodegas. Whether you are channeling your inner Giada or simply need an elegant dinner without any hassle, Te Hills Markets are sure to become (or remain) a staple in your entertaining toolkit. sl

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USPA Piaget Gold Cup, Intl. Polo Club Palm Beach; internationalpoloclub.com The Armory Show, Piers 92 & 94, New York City; thearmoryshow.com Bowl for Kids’ Sake beneftting Big Brothers Big Sisters; bowlbig.org Fight for Air Climb 2015 beneftting American Lung Assoc.; climbcolumbus.org Gallery Hop, Short North; shortnorth.org JCC Gala featuring The Spinners; columbusjcc.org Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance; ameliaconcours.org Asia Week, NYC; asiaweekny.com Columbus Big Wish Gala beneftting MakeAWish, Hilton Downtown; oki.wish.org 12th Annual Charleston Antiques Show; historiccharleston.org BalletMet’s Cinderella, Capitol Theatre; balletmet.org

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Les Chapeaux dans le Jardin, Franklin Park Conservatory; fpconservatory.org 141st Kentucky Derby, Louisville; kentuckyderby.com Gallery Hop, Short North; shortnorth.org Make the Cure Appear, JDRF Promise Ball, Renaissance Downtown; midohio.jdrf.org

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PIZZUTI COLLECTION OPENING

Photos courtesy the Pizzuti Collection and Amy Schuessler.

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On February 6 guests flled the Pizzuti Collection galleries in celebration of the exhibition openings Tomory Dodge and Campana Brothers: Brazilian Design Now. Attendees enjoyed drinks, hors d’oeuvres, and the personal insights of Los Angeles based artist Tomory Dodge during a special Artist Talk. Sophisticated Living and its sponsors supported the opening reception at the Pizzuti Collection, a new nonproft in the Short North.

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JEFFERSON SERIES FEATURING MICHAEL POLLAN

Photography by Scott Cunningham

Te New Albany Community Foundation welcomed bestselling author and food journalist Michael Pollan as the featured speaker for its Jeferson Series lectures held at Te Jeanne B. McCoy Community Center for the Arts. At the Jeferson Series’ most attended event thus far, audiences were wowed by Pollan’s encyclopedic knowledge of nutrition and food science. In its second year, the Jeferson Series continues to bring some of the leading voices in business, public afairs, education and more to the community for stimulating discussions.

Nitin Bhargava and Michael Pollan

Bonnie Kantor-Burman, Mike and Lorrie Durik

Jonathan Dufy and Jill Tuttle

Kristin Ferguson and Amy Schottenstein

Martyn and Lynne Redgrave

Michael Furstenburg and Mimi Johnson

Laura and Matt Wojciechowski

Sarah Arnett and Amy Arnett Budzik

Scott and Kate Hamilton

Samantha and Dwight Carter

Michael Pollan, Rebecca and Everett Gallagher

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Jim and Cherie Nelson, Irene Adams

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FLAVORS OF THE VINE

Recreation Unlimited Foundation held the twenty-third annual “Flavors of the Vine Wine Tasting and Auction� on Friday, February 13, 2015 at the Hilton Polaris.

Approximately 450 wine lovers were in attendance with 11 wine distributors and 19 tasting tables at the largest charity wine tasting event in central Ohio with proceeds benefting Recreation Unlimited camps and camper scholarship fund. Over $195,000 dollars in revenue, a new record, was raised through sponsorships, table sponsorships, individual ticket sales, live auction, featured silent auction and silent auction.

Paul Huttlin, Deborah Liebert Karl, Ron Karl, Brenda Dean, Debbie Ver Hoef, Bob Ver Hoef

Photography by Jeanna Gallien

Harry Farver, Julia Farver, Will Dokko, & Ashlie Dokko

Mike and Kelli Biehle, Chris and Cassie Eckels, Dan and Laura Rees, Brady & Annie Burt, Frank and Andrea Foster

Paul Huttlin, Julie Danner, Robin Sears

Carl Johnson & Mary Johnson

Hunter Wright, Cheryl Wright, Paul Huttlin, Ginni Ragan, & Tom Wright

Arlene Stuckenbrock & Kim Stuckenbrock

Laura Joseph Gentile, Eric Stewart, Mackenna Stewart

Craig and Julie Kasper, Mark and Lori Bonifas, Doug and Stefanie Stuart, Dave and Amber Mustafaga

Joe Boxer and Jef Jefers

Dr. Walter Samora, Molly Klingele Dr. Kevin Klingele

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CATTLE BARON’S BALL

Kathy & Bernie Ostrowski and Dave & Heidi Anderson

Jessica Goldman and Tim King

Brad and Jane Yakam

Jessica Goldman and 2014 Co-chair, Barbara Dunn Pantano

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Andy & Diane Dunn and Tommy & Janie O’Shaughnessy

Charles and Debra Penzone

Claudia and Blane Walter

Franz and Heather Geiger

Karla Trott and Kara Trott

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On November 15, over 300 cowboys and cowgirls donned their best denim, boots, stilettos and hats to have a little fun and raise over $180,000 for the American Cancer Society. Honoring Pelotonia founder Tom Lennox, the night was flled with country music, photo opps and even a mechanical bull. Mark your calendar for the 2015 event on November 14 at the Columbus Museum of Art.

Brett and Sarah Hatcher & Jewel and Frank Benson

Polly & Walt Bernacki

Riding the bull was one of several fun activities for guests!

Scott & Jennifer Otis

Robert Ratchford and Sandra Harbrecht

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Guests enjoyed two photo booths, live music and silent and live auctions.

Ellen and Dennis Leukart

Eugene and Cori Hefin

Te Emcee for the evening, Mike Davis with his wife, Tama

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COLUMBUS MUSEUM OF ART WONDER BALL

When the Columbus Museum of Art presented the first-ever Wonderball (a fundraiser benefting the Museum’s Center for Creativity) on January 31, nearly 700 guests enjoyed music, visuals, and an interactive video art installation by Charles Erickson and Donnie Mossman. Performances by Transit Arts dance crew and beatbox artist B.B.X. accompanied Te Amazing Giants in Derby Court. Te event raised $60,000 for CMA’s Center for Creativity.

Linda Silva Badger , LeAnne Johnson Absalom , Marcia Evans

Susanne Horner, Sam Horner, Stuart Young, Lisa Young, Mark Kelly, Margaret McDonald-Kelly

Kristan Sock, Jon Bernstein, Dana Cox, Saralynn Belle, Erin Blue, Lonni Tompson

Chip Santer and Mary Ashley

Norm Hall and Marcy Fleisher

Robert Collier, Tracie Patten, David Patten

Norm Hall, Tim Morbitzer, Giancarlo Miranda

Kayla Scites, Jennifer Barnett

Sherry Blight, MaryAllison Comfort, Leslie Vesha

Amy Fields and Steven Fields

Daisy James and Othelda Spencer

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On January 20th, IWC Schafausen and around 800 prominent guests gathered to cele¬brate the 75th anniversary of the legendary Portugieser watch family at the Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie (SIHH) in Geneva. Guests and brand ambassadors who attended the gala evening included movie stars Emily Blunt, Christoph Waltz, Zhou Xun and Moritz Bleibtreu, filmmaker and screenwriter Marc Forster, sports personalities such as Lewis Hamilton, Nico Rosberg and Luís Figo, supermodels Adriana Lima and Karolina Kurkova and musicians Aloe Blacc, Ronan Keating and Mick Hucknall. Te latter was responsible for the evening’s musical highlights afer Marco Tempest had transported the guests to the infnite depths of the universe through his high-tech animations.

Karolina Kurkova

Ronan Keating and Storm Uechtriz

Adriana Lima

Helen Svedin, Luis Figo

Emily Blunt

Jose Maria Manzanares and Luis Figo

James Marsden

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#MOBILEPHOTONOW

On February 2, 2015, Columbus Museum of Art members experiences a special preview of the newest exhibit - #MobilePhotoNow, the largest mobile photography exhibition ever organized by a museum, available for view through March 22, 2015. #MobilePhotoNow highlights the emerging art form of mobile photography and the impact of social media and smart phones as a means of creative expression.

Emily Hinclif, Kevin Kuster, Jill Emmer and Jill Shomer

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Kevin Kuster, Jennifer Poleon and Josh Johnson

Shannon Johnston and Chris Johnston

Jenna Long and Maika Karnes

Claressa Page and Mary Grey

Tomas Robbins

Emily Rush and Jen Lindsey

Jenna Long

Shannon Johnston

Arash Akbari Sene

Kevin Kuster and Debra Wasilewski

Karl Francis

Adam Elkins and Jeremy Keesee

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