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Yo u r M e t h o d . c o F a c e b o o k /YourMethod I n s t a g r a m @YourMethod Tw i t t e r @PcolaMethod ON THE COVER MASCARADE DES FLEURS P.21 MODEL SARAH PEAKE JESUS NIEVES PHOTOTGRAPHY CREATIVE DIRECTION BY ANNA MOHRBACHER HAIR BY VOLUME ONE SALON -BRITTANY CARROLL MUA MAEGAN MAPOLES FLORALS BY FIORE
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DIGGIN IN THE GLOBAL CRATES -- ANTHONY NAVARRO
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A TEA PARTY FULL OF WONDERS -- DANIELA SUMMERS
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MASCARADE DES FLEURS
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WIND CREEK PENSACOLA MARDI GRAS CELEBRATION -- VALENTINA TRICOMI
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WINTER CRANBERRY DIP
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A SOUTHERN BOHEMIAN WINTER FEAT. SOBO
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MODEL LIMELIGHT FEATURING ERIN CUNEO
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PENSACOLA’S MEN OF STYLE
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INTERVIEW WITH A FORMER PENSACOLA ICE FLYER --BROOKE ADAMS
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Method was honored to work with the creative team at Fiore of Pensacola. Owner and Creator Shannon M. Pallin opened Fiore in 2006. Now located in the SOGO District of Historic Downtown Pensacola, their team is known for their attention to detail and their creativity can be seen all over the store. Shannon, along with Anna Mohrbacher and Cindy Lewis, created a beautiful story for the January/February issue. Teaming up with Volume ONE Salon, Marsha’s Menagerie and On the Avenue Antiques for a Victorian masquerade inspired editorial, Mascarade des Fleurs on p. 21. Be sure to visit them at 15 W Main St. or online at fioreofpensacola.com
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Jesus Nieves is the Creative Director and one of the founders of Method Magazine. He has been a part of the editorials since day one, behind the camera or assisting in the creative direction. Working on a variety of projects including Remix Your Closet feat. ALDO, Luxe Holiday feat. Cache, and our Zodiac series featuring MAC Cosmetics, and in our new issue, Mascarade des Fleurs feat. Marsha’s Menagerie, Fiore, and Volume ONE Salon. Collaborating to create new opportunities for other professionals is one reason Jesus believes and works for Method. Add Jesus on Facebook to follow his personal work and his work with Method at facebook.com/JesusNPhoto
Sam Shields is a feature make-up artist and contributor for Method Magazine. Locally she has been working as a freelance make up artist and photographer for Calliope Films. Over the past year she has made an impact working with professional photographers and local companies such as Blab TV. Her work was featured in our November/December 2014 issue featuring Cache Clothing and she has teamed up for our most recent editorials Mascarade des Fleurs and a Southern Bohemian Winter in Method’s first issue of 2015. Add her on Facebook to follow her work at facebook.com/samantha.shields997
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I get it. You can’t get Taylor Swift’s music out of your head. You find yourself with a bad case of vertigo, shaking it off in the kitchen and screaming to the music gods to stop Taylor from massaging your eardrums. But have no fear. You won’t need Swiftamine any longer. There’s a brand new breed of fresh talent taking over the airwaves. Like when the Beatles and the rest of the Brits infiltrated our turntables, there seems to be a new trend of artists from outside the land of the yanks making some amazing music. And this time it’s the Aussies. Ready to ‘chuck a wobbly’ to some new music? WAIT...WHAT?! Chuck a wobbly....means go berserk in Aussie. Yup. Get yo dancing pants on, stretch ya neck, and treat yo self to this months playlist with a hand selected mix of music giving you a variety of genres ranging from neck cracking beats to minimalist future pop to soulful-textured-beardedPBRnB, and more. Chet Faker: His name is a tip of the hat to Chet Baker, from diggin on his dad’s albums as a kid. The sometimes man-bunned scruff of a bloke looks like he just rolled back home in his mud covered truck from the hunting camp, you wouldn’t necessarily expect these warm and rounded soul driven words to pour out of his beard framed mouth. Until
you watch him sing. Check the roller derby studded video of “Gold”. It’s absolutely hypnotic and makes you wanna bust out the short shorts, hit the skating rink, and add an extra leg day to your workout routine. Oh, and Chet sings in it somewhere too. Thief is straight nasty when it comes to making atmospheric, bass driving, minimalist beats with catchy, soulful, indiepop vocals. Check out his tight electronic rework of Justin Timberlake’s ‘Cry Me A River”. Not every artist on this list is from the land down under. Hozier is the son of a blues man. The sons voice calls to “Take me to Church!” like a true southerner. Except Andrew Hozier-Byrne hails from Ireland and sang for handfuls of choirs in his hometown before being picked up by his regional university. He very rapidly dropped-out to pursue what is real in his life, real music. Which should remind us all to be passionate in our lives. Lily Wood and the Prick, Nili Hadida is the French-Israeli lead vocalist and the producer, Robin Schultz, is one of those German folks. “Prayer in C”, I know you’ve heard this on late night radio, head bobbing in your car driving to the next late night venue. The simplified lyrics build a bleak setting of growing old and witnessing the end of time where our actions can’t be reversed and we can’t forgive ourselves...At this point, y’all better get to a church and testify! This music hits us in the heart like ….. Shake ya hips, Shake it off, and Chuck a Wobbly to this playlist all month long. Enjoy! Click the links on the Artist’s name to discover more about them and to dig for new sounds. Click the playlist link to follow the entire mix on Spotify.
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featuring fresh new artists from across the globe. Written by Anthony Navarro Get the FULL Playlist here on Spotify: Method Magazine Playlist Issue #1
1. Closer by Thief 2. Cold by Thief 3. Take Me To Church by Hozier 4. Prayer in C - Robin Schulz Radio Edit by Lilly Wood and The Prick, Robin Schulz 5. Sleepless by Flume, Jezzabell Doran 6. Drop the Game by Flume, Chet Faker 7. Holdin On by Flume 8. You & Me - Flume Remix by Flume, Eliza Doolittle 9. Gold by Chet Faker 10. No Diggity by Chet Faker 11. Talk Is Cheap by Chet Faker 12. Cigarettes and Chocolate by Chet Faker 13. Crave You by Flight Facilities, Giselle
This playlist was made by Anthony Navarro. Anthony is music producer, audio engineer, and blogger in Pensacola, FL. Follow him on Twitter @anthonylnavarro or visit www.famous850.com
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A Tea Party full ofWritten Wonders… by Daniela Summers
Everyone is Amused with the Antics in the Red Queen’s Garden, Stefani Joseph, oil on Canvas, 2013. Picture courtesy of the Artist. “Alice in Wonderland” by Stefani Joseph *This exhibition was funded through a Presidential fellowship for Faculty Development from the Savannah College of Art & Design.
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nspired by one of the famous tales of Lewis Carroll, the Pensacola Museum of Art hosts the Exposition entitled “Alice in Wonderland” of the native British Artist Stefani Joseph. As a professor at SCAD, her work has been displayed at various expositions; in America, Europe and Asia. From the 6th of December to the 31st of January, her paintings will be at the PMA for us to enjoy. This exhibition was funded through a Presidential fellowship for Faculty Development from the Savannah College of Art & Design. The familiar and recognizable theme makes this expo very exciting and engaging; not only for those who are adept in art and art lovers alike; but for children as well.
Because of this, and the figurative nature of the representations, the connection to Joseph’s work is almost immediate. It’s when observing her paintings that the interesting research of the characters truly begins. Innate human nature will make you wonder and try to recognize those characters so popular to both adults and children. It is here that the fascinations of Joseph’s world begin: Where is Alice? What does the frog means? Why are there two or more mad hats or rabbits? Who is the Cheshire Cat and what are all those figures doing? Questions like this will naturally flow and entertain you.
The White Rabbit Checks his Watch, Stefani Joseph, oil on canvas, 2012. Picture courtesy of the Artist.
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The White Rabbit Delivers the Doormouse in Yellow Teapot, Stefani Joseph, oil on canvas, 2012. Picture courtesy of the Artist. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s when observing her paintings that the interesting research of the characters truly begins. Innate human nature will make you wonder and try to recognize those characters so popular to both adults and children. It is here that the fascinations of Josephâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s world begin: Where is Alice? What does the frog means? Why are there two or more mad hats or rabbits? Who is the Cheshire Cat and what are all those figures doing? Questions like this will naturally flow and entertain you.
Amazing and free compositions with vibrant and vivacious colors seem to be the signature of this Artist. The skilled use of the color will keep your eyes dancing about the painting from one point to another, moving from place to placeâ&#x20AC;Śand yet within the painting. The interesting compositions and the almost instinctual use of the color shows us that Joseph is indeed an artist who is knowledgeable and acculturated; Not only in color theory but in Art history as well.
“My paintings at first seem concerned about joyful situations such as
festivity and revelry, but on further observation, more complex subtler themes such as ambiguity, duplicity and intrigue start to emerge. These themes are synthesized in a new series of paintings based on Lewis Carroll’s book Alice in Wonderland. -Stefani Joseph
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The Companions watch as the tea is poured. Stefani Joseph, oil on canvas, 2009. Photographed by Daniela Summers
The White Rabbit disturbs everyone with his watch. Stefani Joseph, oil on canvas, 2013 Photographed by Daniela Summers
Free from the laws of perspective and from the perception of â&#x20AC;&#x153;commonâ&#x20AC;? gravity; the compositions show us a very conscious artist where Art history has been absorbed, digested and made her own. Photo to right: Alice throws the Book away, Stefani Joseph, oil on canvas, 2010. Photographed by Daniela Summers
Matisse comes to mind when observing some of her paintings: for example, the image to the left Is evocative of “Self-Portrait in a Striped T-shirt 1906” or “Woman with a Hat, 1905”. Joseph peaks your interest by connecting with you and introducing elements of surprise. Floating goldfishes, smiling frogs, or the cupcakes are perfectly plausible in a world where after all; it is ok to celebrate a very merry unbirthday. Detail taken from: The White Rabbit Delivers the Doormouse in Yellow Teapot, Stefani Joseph, oil on canvas, 2012. Photographed by Daniela Summers.
“Actually, the best gift you could have given her was a lifetime of adventures.” -Lewis Carroll. Alice in Wonderland. The fact that many of her paintings seem to have a variety of characters interacting in an apparently festive atmosphere makes you wonder. Rarely is there one main protagonist as the “sole” and “absolute”. Even though the Rabbit seems to be a predominant character in almost every piece, it is still not just about him. In some paintings, the characters are depicted multiple times. Maybe the point is not simply about a specific protagonist as The Goldfish Swim in the Red Queen’s Garden, much as the trip, and what is happening now. Stefani Joseph, oil on canvas, 2013. Photographed by Daniela Summers
The Red Queen Weights her Options as the Green Frog Smiles, oil on canvas, 2013. Photographed by Daniela Summers
Take a trip in a world full of colors where it is all about the joy of simply being there. This is a window into a world where a very busy rabbit jumps from painting to painting telling us a story that is not his alone.
New and old characters freely tell, invent and reinvent the story in a very unconventional and fresh way. You will want to know more! What will happen next?
Does her story have perhaps another With Joseph, the story is not old but still ending? Does it have an ending at all? alive. The story is not trapped in a book, and it is Meet Alice, the Rabbit and Artist Stefani Joseph not linear with beginning, middle, and end; instead through her works at our wonderful place of it is free and unrestricted, contemporary and new. wonders â&#x20AC;Ś the Pensacola Museum of Art.
“Alice came to a fork in the road. ‘Which road do I take? ‘
‘Where do you want to go?’ Responded the Cheshire Cat. ‘I don’t know’ Alice answered. ‘Then …’ said the grinning cat … ‘It doesn’t really matter, does it?’ -Lewis Carroll. Alice in Wonderland.
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Other upcoming expositions, at the PMA, that might interest you: February 6 to April 4: “Color in Freedom. Journey along the underground railroad.” February 20 to April 18: “Object: Sculptures, prints and drawings by Michael Boles”
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It is that time of the year once again, where Pensacola becomes consumed with color, music, parades, masks and good times for inhabitants and tourists alike. Revelers, prepare your beads, because Mardi Gras is finally here and to kick off the fun filled season is the “Twelfth Night” celebration. This festival has been known through history to mark the end of the Christmas holiday with the Epiphany or January 6th, concluding the Twelve Days after Christmas. This tradition has been celebrated since the times of Colonial America by hanging a Christmas wreath on the front door adorned with fresh fruits (hard to come by and therefore considered fine decorations) to then be eaten with the rest of the foods at the feast on the Epiphany. This of course happened in a gone by era. Now days, Pensacola celebrates with a twist and to start off the season in style, we invite you to come out and be a part of the 2015 Wind Creek Pensacola Mardi Gras Kick Off Celebration. Mark your calendars for Friday January 9th. This event is free and open to all revelers and tourists. The festivities kickoff at 5:00 P.M. in Downtown Pensacola, on the corner of Palafox and
Government Streets and is one of the most enjoyed gatherings of the year. Thousands of people will crowd our streets with laughter, music, and, the best live entertainment for both the young and old. The event boasts a 2nd Line Procession that will be led by Pensacola’s King and Queen Priscus. The floats stay still, and the revelers walk by celebrating and gathering beads from the Krewes while dancing and enjoying the evening. Krewes from Pensacola, Mobile, Ft. Walton Beach and Destin areas will be present with their royalty, all in costumes. The Krewes will be blessed by a Catholic Priest and the Town Crier will proclaim their acceptance into Pensacola’s Mardi Gras season. There will be live entertainment, the cutting of the Official City of Pensacola King Cake, and many more fun events for the entire family. The 2015 Wind Creek Pensacola Mardi Gras Kick Off Celebration is proudly sponsored by the Wind Creek Casino and Hotel located in Atmore, AL For more Mardi Gras events calendar, visit www.pensacolamardigras.com
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What youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll need: 12oz Bag Fresh Cranberries 1 Cup Sugar 1 Cup Pineapple Preserves 8oz Cream Cheese, Room Temperature Buttery Crackers
Instructions: -In a 2 Quart baking dish, stir together cranberries and 1 Cup of sugar. Cover and bake at 350 Degrees for 30 minutes. -Remove cover and stir to be sure cranberries have popped open and released their juices. -Add 1 Cup pineapple preserves and stir until well combined. -Allow to cool to room temperature and place in an airtight container in the refrigerator overnight. -Spread cream cheese over the bottom of a pie plate or 8x8 baking dish. -Spoon cranberry mixture over cream cheese and spread out evenly.
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Model Limelight featuring ERIN CUNEO Age: 24 Occupation: Service Industry Location: Pensacola, FL Where are you from originally?
I was born in Jacksonville, Florida but moved to Larose, Louisiana when I was a baby. I spent about half my life growing up on the bayou and the other growing up on the beach.
What is your next goal in your career?
Well, I just recently graduated from college with my Bachelors degree and am planning on getting my Masters soon. As for right now I’m enjoying being a 24 year old with no real plans and a ton of ideas. This has been the easiest time of my life and I think I’ll enjoy it a bit longer.
We can see your talent in modeling. What else are you interested in?
You know it’s hard to say what I’m interested in, because I like to do a lot. I really enjoy lounging around. I like to take it easy when I am not at work. I watch anime with my amazing boyfriend and we dress our cats up. I enjoy going out with my friends and grabbing dinner. I could go on but it’s just normal boring 20 something year old junk. Travel, drinking, friends, check.
PANTONE, HEMLOCK Model, METHOD Magazine May/June 2014 Photography by Melissa Wilson Photography Model Erin Cuneo Hair by Vivid Artistic Hair Design Clothing from Gibson Girl Shoes by ALDO / Aldoshoes.com
What do you like about modeling?
I like the process. Taking the pictures is kind of silly for me, here look at me while I do some stuff with my face. Though getting ready for it, that’s the fun part! The wardrobe, the makeup, the hair, and the people! Oh the wonderful people I’ve met! I never really expected to be apart of anything like this. It kind of fell in my lap and it was new, I liked it. I don’t consider myself a model or at least what other people may consider a model. Half the time I just look mad or am laughing because my face feels weird when I try to “invoke an emotion”. It’s cool to be a part of something that people put their time and effort into. I really like to help them see those things happen.
Who has been your favorite photographer or stylist to work with in your past year of creative projects?
Spoken like a politician, I can not say I have a favorite. My first photographer was Jesus Nieves and I loved him instantly. He was helping me try to act like I knew what I was doing, which made me love him even more. Melissa Wilson! The angel with a lens, she is such a sweet human being. My recent encounter with Chris Visual let me experience what hard, hard work and long hours really meant. So far as stylist go.... Derrr, Rebecca Taylor is like the flipping Van Gough of hair! My wonderful opportunity to work with her will be one that I will never forget. Wizard, a damn wizard I tell you. Of course the baby cat herself, Miss Anna Mohrbacher. I really can not put into words how it is to work with her. I can say that her styling my hair is like waking up everyday and having the best damn hair day of your life.
Living After Midnight, METHOD Magazine November/December 2014 Photography by Chris Visual Photography Model Erin Cuneo Styled by Anna Mohrbacher Shoes & accessories provided by ALDO / Aldoshoes.com
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MEN OF STYLE Photography by Jesus Nieves Photography
Age: 28 Occupation: Wardrobe/Fashion Stylist and I also work with Arc Gateway as a Production Supervisor What has influenced your style to be what it is today? My Style is influenced by my passion and love for Fashion. I love to look good, create new looks and own the room when I walk in.
Where do you look for inspiration to create new looks for yourself? I look at the latest styles and fashion trends and add a twist to create my own style.
Your top stores to shop? H&M, Forever 21, Zara and ASOS.COM and Jack Threads
What are your favorite colors and patterns to wear? My favorite color is blue and being that fashion is limitless mixing and matching patterns is my specialty, but you can never go wrong with pinstripes, some plants and polka dots.
In your daily routine, what are your favorite products to use? I wear Gucci Cologne, Dove soap and Nivea body lotion.
In your closet, what are your favorite pieces of clothing? My European cut suits, blazers and shoes are my favorite. I love a good-looking shoe.
What is an essential piece to any outfit you wear? My ultimate love is a blazer or a tie, but socks and lapel flowers seem to be invading my wardrobe recently.
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Age: 21 Occupation: Student / Retail at Express What has influenced your style to be what it is today? As a teenager, I would always watch different runway and fashion shows or scour the pages of GQ and Vogue. My style has constantly changed over the past few years in response to a few designers that I continuously follow.
Where do you look for inspiration to create new looks for yourself? I flip through magazines, go through different websites, and even get quite a few tips from Instagram and Pinterest for inspiration.
Your top stores to shop? I of course love Express, being that I work there. J.Crew, Banana Republic, Brooks Brothers, Armani Exchange, and Gilt.com
What are your favorite colors and patterns to wear? I love to wear shades of blue and coral. If I had to pick a favorite pattern I would say that I probably wear a lot of checkered shirts and bow ties.
In your daily routine, what are your favorite products to use? Yves Saint Laurent Lâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Homme Gingembre and Versace Pour Homme are my go to scents when it comes to cologne. I love anything by Jack Black when it comes to skin and face products.
In your closet, what are your favorite pieces of clothing? My bow ties are my absolute favorite accessories. I would say that my Michael Kors pea coat and Express joggers are my favorite articles of clothing.
What is an essential piece to any outfit you wear? Like I said before, my bow ties are essential components to a great deal of my outfits.
Age: 37 Occupation: Manager at Graphicom (Apple Specialist Store) What has influenced your style to be what it is today? Traveling throughout my life and taking different styles from different countries and cultures and making it my own.
Where do you look for inspiration to create new looks for yourself? I don’t necessarily look for inspiration. I look for clothes and accessories that look good with anything; simple and with personality.
Your top stores to shop? Nudie Jeans, Diesel, Cole Haan, American Apparel, H&M, and Energie are my favorite.
What are your favorite colors and patterns to wear? My favorite colors to wear are earth tones... I don’t normally wear patterns but when I do, what I like to wear are plaid and gingham.
In your daily routine, what are your favorite products to use? I switch back and forth with Cartier’s Declaration Essence and Hermes Terre d’Hermes colognes. In regard to hair product, I love Kevin Murphy’s Gritty Business.
In your closet, what are your favorite pieces of clothing? My Nudie jeans. I’ve had one pair for almost 8 years; patched and re-patched... still going strong.
What is an essential piece to any outfit you wear? Shoes. Shoes can make a jeans and white tee combo go from okay to great. It can also reflect your personality; if you’re fun, or boring, or detailed... etc.
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Age: 27 Occupation: Barber at Volume One Salon What has influenced your style to be what it is today? Today, I’m most influenced by European and Southern California street styles. Some formal and some more edgy.
Your top stores to shop? If I’m going to shop local, I hit up Waterboyz first for all the support those guys show to the town. In the mall, I’ll hit Aldo, Cotton On and sometimes Express. When I get the chance to get out of town, I’ll head either to the Destin Commons or to New Orleans for Urban Outfitters or some of their local boutiques. I online shop very rarely.
What are your favorite colors and patterns to wear? I’m simple guy when it comes to patterns and colors to wear. I will always love my slim dark blue jeans with a white V-neck tee. Mixing it up with flannels has been fun lately with the cooler temperatures. Plain colors, no printed tees!
In your daily routine, what are your favorite products to use? Key products in my daily routine are hair products, colognes and fresh socks! My favorite fragrance right now is the Vetiver Tom Ford. Matte Clay hair product by Kevin Murphy and Pomade from Upper Cut. Fresh Stance socks for the feet.
In your closet, what are your favorite pieces of clothing? I love my brown leather Cole Haan boots with everything. I wear black or blue attire and probably wear my dark blue denim skinnies everyday.
Age: 18 Occupation: The Men’s Wearhouse: Customer Service Assistant What has influenced your style to be what it is today? The thing that has influenced my style the most is that most of my schedule tends to require me to be dressed professionally. I found myself transforming my style into a daily professional aspect.
Where do you look for inspiration to create new looks for yourself? I generally test and trial different style options while I am at work. I tend to see how many different looks we put together and once I see something I know I would wear, it becomes something I strive for.
Your top stores to shop? Without a doubt, the top stores I shop at are The Men’s Wearhouse, Dillard’s, and Aldo.
What are your favorite colors and patterns to wear? I honestly prefer to wear some pattern on pattern looks. It gives a bold statement to men’s fashion and it stands out.
In your daily routine, what are your favorite products to use? In my daily routine, there’s nothing like applying cologne to your wardrobe for the day. Versace Eau Fraiche is the cologne that I have used the most.
In your closet, what are your favorite pieces of clothing? My favorite pieces of clothing are my shirt and ties. These two items can either make or break your outfit.
What is an essential piece to any outfit you wear? The style of socks I pair it with. I have a collection of socks with many different patterns and colors, and it has to somewhat coordinate with the outfit you decide to wear for the day. I usually am asked “So, what socks are you wearing today Kishane?” Haha.
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Interview by Brooke Adams
In this edition I want to take you behind the scenes to get to know one of your Pensacola Ice Flyers. Jeremy Gates played three years of college hockey with the Neumann Knights before signing with the Fort Wayne Komets in 2012. He spent that season with the Bloomington Blaze, and began his journey with the Pensacola Ice Flyers. At the time of this interview Jeremy was still playing with the Ice Flyers, but has since been called up to play with the Rapid City Rush in the ECHL.
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What has been your best hockey related memory, to date?
That’s a tough one. Winning championships are always memorable because of how hard they are to earn. Getting to play with many different players you get to call friends is always awesome. But if I had to be specific, I would say my first career pro game in Fort Wayne. It was in front of 10,500 fans. Not just that amazing experience, but my family was able to be there and it made me so happy because of how hard my mom and dad have worked in the many years that allowed me to follow my dream and passion to play hockey.
Some athletes are superstitious, what is something that you do/have always done before each of your games?
I don’t have anything crazy. I have a mental checklist I take care of before a game. Tape my sticks, have a coffee, stretch, clean my visor, and I get dressed right side to left. I always like to chew gum in warm up so I try and get the same flavor every time.
What’s the number one thing you look forward to in the off-season? Seeing the family and Golfing. Hands down.
When/why did you start playing hockey?
My mom allowed me to stay up late one night and attend my dad and uncle’s men’s league game when I was about three. My mom and dad told me I fell in love. So they signed me up to learn to skate. Everything kind of took off from there.
Who is the player you admire most?
Steve Yzerman was always my favorite growing up. Not only was he a heck of a hockey player, but I remember my dad telling me what kind of leader he was. I paid attention more and more as he played for my favorite team (Detroit Red Wings) and it was just so inspiring how he acted and was not only a great player, but a great human. Still holds true today, he is the General Manager for the Tampa Bay Lightning.
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Of all your years playing, where has been your favorite place to play?
Two places come to mind. First was Pembroke, Ontario where I played junior hockey. The town was all about hockey and we had a great coach and great team that won two championships. I also lived with a billet family and I still have close ties with today. The other is Pensacola. I’ve been lucky enough to win two championships there and played with great players and friends. But the fans, the weather, the area and the people make being there such a pleasant experience.
Who is someone that you would consider as a mentor on the ice?
I have such a passion for the game, I like listening to a lot of people, especially coaches, with hockey minds and their insight. If I had to pick one, I would say Sheldon Keefe. He was my junior coach and currently coaching the Soo Greyhounds (Sault Ste. Marie Greyhounds) in the OHL. I was fortunate enough to do my college internship with him and he was great about everything. He has NHL playing experience, has a passion for the game and wants players to develop skills that can take them to another level they may not know they have. He was a great motivator.
What has been one of the best pranks that you have ever witnessed/played on someone?
Off the top of my head, I can think of when I was a rookie and rookies after me, when they get their first media interview with the press, sometimes we like to sneak behind them and give them a shaving cream in a towel trick. One I like to do is unscrew a water bottle in practice on the bench and leave the cap on top loose, so when a player goes to give it a squeeze for a drink later, they dump it all down their front. They key is to be a safe distance from them when it happens and then ask them what happened (with a grin of course)?
If your life was turned into a movie, who would play you on screen & who would play your leading lady?
This is a tough one. I would say Jimmy Fallon just because he seems to have a great sense of humor. I really enjoy laughing and smiling. My lead lady, no question would be Kate Upton. She is a Michigan gal, which is where I’m from, and she is just someone I would love to ask out on a date. Even though I would most likely be rejected, I still wouldn’t be able to live with myself for not trying.
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