Exhibit Review | Martine Syms Total, @ Lafayette Anticipations in Paris
Martine Syms (1988) is a 2009 School of the Art Institute of Chicago and Bard College graduate. She is a Los Angeles-born contemporary, interdisciplinary…
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Photo Exposition | Présences, Photographic Treasures from the Gilman and Gonzalez-Falla Collection
Each of us is living art, and each is the steward of oneself. We also are the collective stewards of our humanity. Art is communication and has a long-held purpose for humans. It is our right and a choice as to whether or not, and if so how, we engage in art.
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Based in Paris | The Culture of Christmas
As traditions go, I grew up fast and formed my own family at an unusually young point in my life for choosing that sort of important lifestyle. My three children grew up with the tradition of opening one gift on Christmas Eve-pyjamas.
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Film Review | La Passion de Dodin Bouffant / The Taste of Things
Inside a kitchen
Perfect light, scenography, humble appreciation and respect for the kitchen; poetically working in wonderful symmetry, grace, civility, devotion and love.
Based in Paris | Bamyan, A Parisian Boutique’s Autumn-Winter 2023 Collection
I fully enjoyed my Bamyan visit. As I approached Bamyan Boutique, 72, and Showroom at number 51 rue Saint-Louis-en-l’Île, on a tranquil late-morning Tuesday, I floated on the feeling.
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Essay | The Personal Impact of Reviewing the Film, “Till”
Loving connection is a boundless space that defies any distance. The mother of Emmett Till, Mamie’s anger and her devotion to her son propel her decisions, yet not in a vengeful tone. She is actively angry when it serves as she remains clear, grounded and grows. Mamie’s growth and courage are a win for humanity.
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Based in Paris | Visiting the Exhibitions at Cité de l’Architecture et du Patrimoine
The special exposition; the Cathedral of Notre-Dame de Paris from builders to restorers; the interactivity of the architectural collections attracts curious youngsters; invites immersion into time travel and exposes ‘virtual reality’ in the expositions.
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Film Review | Till, Starring Danielle Deadwyler and Jalyn Hall
Being ignorant of Emmett’s experience, I was horrified by the story. It overfilled my senses with the global collective of the beyond-painful memories of the historical records of oppression and abuses perpetrated by humans. It easily could have pushed me into a ‘useless emotional state,’ yet I was surprisingly and thankfully impressed by the film’s excellence as an art form.
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Based in Paris | 5 Reasons to Spend a Day at the Jardin d’Acclimatation!
Everyone will find at least one ride or attraction amongst the numerous choices in the amusement park. Apart from the 49 popular rides attractions, there are shaded playgrounds, horseback rides, workshops and events to accommodate diverse interests.
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Based in Paris | Reflections on Light at Christmastime
The Gift of Light
“Ultimately my hope is to offer possibilities for expanding thoughts toward greater unity, to nudge the future toward the light in the senses and throughout experiences of humanity.”
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Based in Paris | Bamyan, a Delightfully Unexpected Boutique on Paris’ Île Saint-Louis
Uniting two worlds, Bamyan Paris is a French brand that designs and creates collections that have evolved through Oriental and Occidental influences in which the prevailing ‘thread’ boasts both modern and timeless inspirations.
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Based in Paris | What! …Paris Cruise Night?
Notably, Kristin’s photos were profoundly appreciated by one 2010 ’Hollywood Lowrider Club – émigré.’ Visibly touched, he confided, paraphrasing, “This representation is so different than anything I ever have seen about the lowrider culture. Typically the references exposed are, projected pejoratively, and seemingly the overriding perceptions lean toward gang participation, violent rivalry, sexism and other negative connotations.”
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