l.a.contributors Just i ne Fre e man Although she can't stay put, this LA native finds the town to be just dreamy. Justine loves to witness first hand how much LA continues to mature as a cultural metropolis and savors the moments when she gets to share how much the scene has flourished. In the last few years alone, the art world has expanded and the culinary universe has spotlighted some talented new chefs. Trying out new restaurants is always on her list of things to do. Justine blogs at mysoupdujour.com
Micha el D u m l e r Michael Dumler runs the style blog, “On Abbot Kinney.” He photographs style, but his real purpose is to discover the person behind the style that catches his eye.
Su z y K l one r Suzy’s love for LA runs deep. She is a native Angelino who is passionate about and inspired by the complex face of our city. From its iconic landmarks to its hidden architectural gems, Los Angeles’ history, style, and ever-changing character has served as inspiration for Suzy’s interior design firm, Suzy Kloner Design. Experienced in residential and commercial and hospitality design, Suzy specializes in creating interior and exterior spaces that are unique and distinctive.
Ash le y He aton Ashley Heaton is a writer and editor based in Los Angeles. A former fashion columnist for 944 Magazine, she has contributed to publications including California Home & Design, American Contemporary Art, and international editions of Marie Claire and Glamour. She blogs at www.thefashiongeek.net
L is a C S oto Visual artist Lisa C Soto exhibits in the U.S., the Caribbean and Europe. Her sculptures and drawings reference cartography, landscapes, and world cultures. Born in Los Angeles, Soto was brought up in both Spain and New York City. She currently works out of her art studio in the Beacon Arts Building in Inglewood, CA. lisacsoto.com
Sim my Sw i nde r Simmy Swinder is director and curator at Carmichael Gallery, located in Los Angeles and New York. She is also the marketing director of tasj magazine, an independent art periodical founded in 2009 and distributed to homes, museums, galleries, auction houses, art fairs, and festivals around the world. She is a frequent contributor to American Contemporary Art and L.A. Centric magazines.
A l is on Mar t ino Alison Martino is a television producer, writer and Los Angeles historian. She has produced many high-profile TV series, such as “Intervention” and “Celebrity Rehab with Dr Drew.” While she was working on the series “Mysteries & Scandals” on E!, she fell in love with old Hollywood. Her passion for historical L.A. inspired her to start “Vintage Los Angeles” – one of the most popular sites on Facebook, currently at over 30,000 fans. This Los Angeles native who grew up in the entertainment business also has a vast collection of L.A. memorabilia from matchbooks, vintage menus, and rare photos. Alison has been featured in the Huffington Post and Good Day L.A. She continues her passion writing about her favorite subject in L.A. Centric.
Ama l i a Ma l one y As a freelance writer, Amalia Maloney blends her passion for people and traveling to give the reader an experience rich in local cultures. She is currently based out of Denver, CO, and as a dual citizen of the US and Spain, spends time living and traveling throughout Europe. Learn more about her work and writings at http://about.me/amalia
14 l.a. centric july/august 2012
l.a. centric magazine
Pub l isher & Editor
Richard Kalisher Architecture & Design Editor:
Brent Turner
F o od & T ravel Editor :
Justine Freeman
Vintag e L .A . Editor :
Alison Martino A rts Editor :
Lisa C Soto
Fashion Editor :
Ashley Heaton
Art Collecting Columnist :
Astrid Oviedo Clark
C on t ribu t in g Editor s: Suzy K l on er L orn a Umph re y Mi ch el l Ne w man Man d an a Yamin C on t ribu t in g W rite r s: Mi ch el l e Wi ener L i n ds ay C arron L aur a Gri er Tri ci a Tongc o An n a Br ui sma Si m my Sw i n d er C op y Editor Ron S amps on
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