The Tattoo/Ink Issue 2016
Explore the amazing world of art, ink, and fashion inside!
Table of Contents: Help DenVhere Grow........................................ Pg 3 Goldie Mae.........................................................Pg 4 Fashion Show Highlights.................................. Pg 14 Create Your Own Reality...................................Pg 16 An Evening of Caring.........................................Pg 26 Man at the Gym..................................................Pg 28 Graffiti & Tattoo Model......................................Pg 34 Cover Model Michael Cook ...............................Pg 38 Save a Horse.......................................................Pg 52 Tattoos at the Work Place..................................Pg 68 Free Spirit...........................................................Pg 74 The Tattooed Scholar.........................................Pg 78 Bound by Design................................................Pg 82 Editor’s Column.................................................Pg 88 In Memory of Gwen...........................................Pg 90 Farewell, Whorl................................................. Pg 92
In-House Contributors:
Georgez Dabit, Editor-In-Chief/Creative Director Georgez Dabit, Graphic & Layout Designer Taylor Spangler, Journalist Kellie Johnson, Junior Editor Brandon Figliolino, Junior Editor Shaun Asakura, Head Photographer & Layout Designer Melissa Quesada, Photographer & Journalist
Model: Josh Jameson Photographey: Tamara Dawn Photography Creative Director/Stylis: Julie Gallahue Produced by: Goldie Mae Productions, LLC. Location: Studio 108 (Evergreen, CO) Tattoo by: James Cox Other Credits: V-neck tee by Express / SIGNATURE: Levi Strauss & Co. Banded collar cotton shirt: by D-Land Linen slacks by Concitor of Los Angeles / Paisley tie by: Brand Q Cotton trousers by: Wantdo
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The DenVhere Fashion Show 2015 Highlights!
Thank you for your love and support, everyone!
Create Your Own Reality
As they walk by, you twist your neck; your car veers into the other lane. Struck by their confident stride and unabashed disregard for the conventional, practical dress and attitude for the career-minded Colorado woman, the image of them appears crystal clear when you close your eyes. All it took was one lingering moment for this image, and the feeling that comes with it, to distract you from your everyday existence in a profound, yet bothersome way. Who were these women? What were they doing? Why did their energy infiltrate you and leave you feeling the compelling urge to find them, to know them, and the secret that allows them to exist in such a way? They are the fearless females living with conscious integrity, embodying a certain fortitude, and portraying it through the clothing they choose to wear. The world is theirs, and they know it. Jog on, son, and let the memory inspire you to create your own reality.
Models: Antoinette Rose and Steffy Sickgirl Hair and Make-up: KJ Murphy and Kimberly Clay Fashion: Blackberry Maverick Photographer: Nicole Marcelli
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An Evening
A beautiful Thursday evening: men, women, and children from five different states all gathered together for a night of caring.
The annual event was held at the Marriott in Denver, where family, friends, supporters, and survivors came together in an effort to continue spreading the word about breast cancer awareness and empowering women and men through fashion!
Brooks Luby, Fashion Designer of Brooks LTD, designed the outfits for the day of caring survivors. Brooks, who has been involved for the past 26 years, since she herself is a survivor, is very passionate about what she does and how she empowers others. Brooks said her designs this year were inspired by her last trip to Paris, using floral fabrics and bold colors that definitely stood out. Recent survivor, Sherri Goldstein, said, “Brooks’s designs really made me feel beautiful and special, a feeling that you sometimes lose when you are going through this difficult time.” Survivor for ten years, Saundra Robinson, also added that, “her designs made me feel exquisite and feminine.”
Floral print, lace, hand stitched, and applicant detail; these elements made Brooks LTD the fashion statement that night. A beautiful collection, for sure, as each model glowed in their fashionable designs. Her looks consistently empowered each survivor as they walked the runway and injected an unforgettable delicacy and charm.
Their Event Flyer!
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Article by: Melissa Quesada Photography by: Shaun Asakura
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Photography: Shaun Asakura Model: Michael Cook Make-up: Maurie Mickey
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Tattoos At T Art
Article & Photography by: Taylor Spangler
Like many other young girls in their twenties, I have had my fair share of online dating and have met some very interesting people. After some time, it got exhausting because most of the time, it always turned out to be close to a job interview. The same basic questions of where do you live, how old are you, where are you from, are you in school, what do you do, etc.
Besides the most basic question, there was also another one that was very
common.. do you have any tattoos? My generation, and many to come, have thrived in the tattoo industry, me, not so much. Now, don’t get me wrong, I have thought about getting one many times but have never fully pulled the trigger.
Older generations, like my mother, can look at tattoos in a negative light. They
often see them as ‘trashy and unprofessional’. A lot of times, tattoos can have a negative impact on how people see you. So I am sure that when it comes to finding a job, people with tattoos can become very discouraged.
Mike McDonald
Research done by Leumann and Derick (2006), stated that, in 2004, 25%
of the US adult population has a tattoo. And a survey done by Pew Research Center (2010) , reports that almost 40% of Americans ages 18-29 have a tattoo, about 30% of them have visible tattoos.
I have been working at The Cheesecake Factory for a year and a half now and
have seen a lot of changes since I started working there. When I first started, we were only allowed to wear all white. That included white shoes, pants, shirts, and aprons. Now, since the beginning of last year, we have switched to almost all black besides the white button- up shirts.
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The Work Place! or Taboo?
Like I mentioned, a big chunk of Americans these days do have at least one tattoo. I work with several co-workers that have tattoos and now that our policy has changed, they can show them off to their customers. Since the recent changes of wardrobe at The Cheesecake Factory, I have witnessed more and more co-workers of mine getting tattoos on their forearms. We are allowed to have tattoos exposed on our forearms as long as they are not offensive or express discrimination. One of my co-workers, Mike McDonald, has decided to thrive on this new policy we have. Since the new tattoo policy at work has changed, Mike has gotten five tattoos on his forearms! Mike is a very talented artist and has designed all of his tattoos himself. Even though Mikeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s charm has allowed him to make fairly amazing tips, I do believe his tattoos have allowed him to express himself in a different way to his guests (thus, allowing his tip percentage to increase). I also think that when it comes to tattoos on women, it is more a taboo. From my own experience, I have noticed more females pulling the trigger on getting tattoos than their male friends. One of them being my roommate and co-worker, Sarah Pekas. She has had all of her tattoos since before our policy changed at work but has always had to cover them up. She has the most amazing tattoos I have ever seen, and it definitely makes me rethink about getting a tattoo. Because she has designed her tattoos, it has allowed her to have conversation starters at her tables. It allows her to express herself without coming off unprofessional. Throughout this experience of working at The Cheesecake Factory and talking to my fellow co-workers, I have learned that people are becoming more and more accepting. This warms my heart and I hope we are creating a new path for fellow generations to come. Yes, there is a fine line of what is professional and what is not, but expressing yourself in terms of art should not be one that people judge. There is so much hate in this world already that it is nice to see humanity coming together, even if itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s in tattoos.
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Sarah Pekas
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Destiny Rae Free Lance makeup Artist 303-335-5629
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CREDITS FOR BOUND BY DESIGN:
Porno Jim - Black Button-Down Military-Style chinos Grey-Wolfgang Corey Strange - Scotch & Soda Shirt, True Love vegan shoes fenna Aldo Sam Perry - Gordon Rush, H&M Mens, Michael Kors watch, Levis BLK Ian - Chucks, Levis, Volcom hoodie Becky - Hell Bunny from Fashion Nation, Diablo Silver with Agat 7' strapped shoe Ashleigh - Jawbreaker dress Fashion Nation with Doc Martins Liz - Cop Gear & Sports Gear Tiffany - Raves custom corset, Hell Bunny little black dress, Carlos Santana shoes Alyssa - Hell Bunny Shirt, studded bra sour puss Fashion Nation Candace - Cuppycake Original shirt & pants with gripfast Nixi - Vintage 40's redesign lace mermaid dress by Coleen Audry vintage hat 1950's
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Editor-In-Chief: Georgez Dabit
Hair Ink
Body ink, or as most people call them, tattoos, are a way for many people to express themselves without using words. I don’t have any tattoos myself and people often ask me why. For me, I don’t feel the need to have tattoos because I still find a way to include ink to life in other ways. My vice? Hair dye! I love changing up my hair color, and when I get into the color mood, I dye it until I find the color that speaks to my soul. Lately, I have been dying my hair in many different colors: like reds, pastel-blues, and white, I just can’t get enough! It seems silly, but when I dye my hair, I feel rejuvenated and refreshed. Many people always seem to ask, “who’s your stylist?” I actually don’t have one; I dye my own hair. Dying my hair myself actually makes me feel relaxed and I find comfront in doing so. Sometimes I even mix colors together and get a ‘surprise color’ and it’s very exciting! People are addicted to their tattoos, and I am addicted with changing up my hair color! I took up-close and personal selfies to show my hair changes in their finest stages (right after being colored).
Up-Close
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In Loving Memory of Gwen Couture May 2016
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farewell
Goodbye
Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve Shut Their Doors... but they wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be forgotten! We thank you so much
for bringing fashion to Colorado!
-DenVhere Magazine!
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