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Saima Chaudhry Red Silk Carpet Overall Winner 2020

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COVER STORY Saima Chaudhry Overall Winner Peoples Choice Award J e w e l r y D e s i g n e r o f t h e Ye a r Mona Shroff Daniel Alexander Stella Maris Haefele RC Caylan Dr. Quinton De' Alexander Aneesah S. Perkins Lucia Caprì Michele Casto Christos Taltsidis Michael Hopkins Andre Bellos Maria Brenda Angelina Danielle Cama Kevin B. Klein Jennifer Benson Henry Okolo H2H Calynn M. Lawrence Saif Rahman Sozib Sally Farley Arles T Jones Louis Capizzi Guthrie L Bonnett

George Diana Babyna Angel Knight Infiniti Angie Alove Benjamin Scott Nitin Mehta Ed Morales Ahmad Akrum Guy A. Spagnoli Debbie Sue Goodman Mrs. Planet 2019 Clemence Botino Miss France 2020 Vridhi Jainmiss Teen Universe Asia 2019 Miss Progress International 2020 Yana Flame Anne Gomis & Alain Zirah Thomas Salamonski Unforgettable Corianne SMAC Fashion "Sposi Ma Non-solo“ Paul Gabriel Butuza

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Bronston, who officially established Bronston Photography in 2016 after almost of decade of being referred to brides and families as a photographer you want and will love professionally and personally. Before pursuing her dream career, Tori was a high school art and photography teacher for 6 years. Though she loved her time in the classroom, she is most happy being a part of the wedding industry and sharing her artistic talents with those who value real moments and Fine Art Photography.

Tori is happily married to her husband Kurtis of 8 years, a mother to 4 German shepherds, 4 cats, and her son Charlie, who is almost 10 months old. Her family means the world to her and grateful for a career that has allowed Tori to provide for her family and spend quality time with all of them.

In Tori’s downtime, she is a member of River Drive CrossFit, picks fresh flowers, herbs, and veggies from the garden.

“I believe in fresh cut flowers in the home and love cooking a meal that I grew out of the garden.”

Tori’s second calling is horticulture and hopes one day to buy some land and combine her love for portraiture and wedding photography onto her property and love for plants.

Ever y Time is Like The First Time

by Saif Rahman Sozib

Usually, people think to be a participant in the Beauty Contest is not hard work or big deal at all.

But no one knows the real-life experience until they try it for themselves.

Being the owner of a model agency and the winner of the title of Mrs. Ukraine United World 2018, I knew it is a real

fight for the main title in every contest. To be honest when I discovered that I would be without my group of supporters, makeup artists, hairdressers, and my boyfriend, I wasn’t upset but embarrassed.

All the preparations I needed before Mrs. Planet 2019 we did together with

my group in 3 days, so I decided to make this situation like a motivation for taking the crown home. I am so thankful to my designers, who created terrific costumes in one day and night, this you can see in the pictures.

National costume designer Natalia Tsybulko, National headwear - Bozhena Lobanova.

Planet Green Dress costume - green coat by Natalia Tsybulko, bodysuit was drawn by painter Ulyana Chernenko.

Couture Dresses for the crowning, that deserves to be on the Red Carpet at The Cannes Festival was made by Nina Shafinska, that used an original fabric of Versace, the earnings for the evening gown were made by Bozhena Lobanova.

For the opening dance I brought designer’s white hats from the latest collection that was mentioned in 3 Vogue from the Fashion Week Maria Starchak.

Unique presents for the jury were made in one night by Viktoriia Bakai; they were perfumes that we were creating 6 hours for men and women. All this was provided and helped by Katrin Synenka, who was in Portugal at \this time of the contest.

A lot of thanks for Volodymyr Kulbatskyi,

Natalia Krylova, Olga Yanush, and Viktoriia Bakai for beauty support.

My portfolio was made by Andrii Roshkovskyi and Yaroslava Troshyna. Also I am very thankful for Leon Guerrero Schroeder for all the emotional support that he gave me every day, and that gave me the power and to believe in myself. All this wouldn’t happen without the help of my family. I am happy to have such a big and strong team to support and love me.

As a real fighter, I understood my mission for the next days of the contest. I found powers inside of me for not going back empty-handed, and I took what I had come for, the crown.

As a result, every time it is like the first time.

Every time you got a crown, you get new forces for holding the title.

I want to also say the President of Mrs. Planet 2019 Beauty Contest Irina Papazova, who is a powerful woman, she was a real example for us of how to be a perfect Lady.

Also, my National Director Eka Mgaloblishvili, who took care of me from the very beginning until the end and even after the contest.

Artem Timchenko, the choreographer of Mrs. Planet 2019, who was very professional and very kind to us and made all the contestants together feel like a family.

Kremena Antonova, who made for us an artistic dance eco-planet and made us feel like Divas in the theatre.

I have to state that this contest was held in Sophia, Bulgaria, and also in 2 other cities in Bulgaria. Our program was full of adventures and positive episodes, which made our time spending in this country exciting as well.

I am very proud to receive the title of Mrs. Planet 2019, and I promise to use it for charity projects and to make this world better.

That is the main goal for all of us, who was a participant of Mrs. Planet 2019.

Couture Dresses for the crowning, that deserves to be on the Red Carpet at The Cannes Festival was made by Nina Shafinska, that used an original fabric of Versace, the earnings for the evening gown were made by Bozhena Lobanova.

National Costume - Designer Natalia Tsybulko National Headwear - Bozhena Lobanova

For the opening dance I brought designer’s white hats from the latest collection that was mentioned in 3 Vogue from the Fashion Week Maria Starchak.

Planet Green Dress costume - green coat by Natalia Tsybulko, bodysuit was drawn by painter Ulyana Chernenko,

Clemence Botino, 22 years old, 1.75 m, was elected Miss France 2020, succeeding in the Polynesian Vaimalama Chaves.

A student in art history, she finished first in the general culture test of Miss, with a score of 17.5 / 20.

Congratulations to Miss Guadeloupe, who is magnificent, who was able to express herself clearly, and who on the general knowledge test came first.

So your debates with miss province don't have to be, even if we agree it was pretty.

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Vridhi Jain Crowned as M i s s Te e n U n i v e r s e A s i a 2 0 1 9

Greetings to the media from Glamanand. We seek your support for the Indian Representative in the coverage. We will be honored to have your support and help India shine bright.

Vridhi Jain, 19 years old girl from New Delhi who represented India at Miss Teen Universe pageant held in Mexico became the Miss Teen Universe Asia 2019. She was crowned as the Continental queen of Asia. She was the best in Asia and hence, was declared as the queen of Asia. She was also awarded the Best Hair Title. Nicaragua secured the first spot winning the Miss Teen Universe Crown.

During her pageant from 1st to 7th November in Tokyo, she wore the designs of Anu Solanki, Swati Mishra, Dimple Amrin, Ankita Choudhary.

Her national costume was designed by Anu Solanki.

During Miss Teen Universe, Vridhi Jain performed her talent on the Song Despacito with the mix of Indian music and mesmerized the audience and Judges with the Indian Dance.

She was crowned as Miss Teen India Universe 2019 by the Chairman of the Glamanand group Mr. Nikhil Anand at Miss Teen International India 2019 finale held at Jai Bagh palace in Jaipur on 30th of September.

After her schooling from St. Thomas’, She is doing her graduation in Banking and Insurance from Maharaja Surajmal Institute, New Delhi.

Apart from studies, Vridhi is the editor in chief of a media website named Beauty High media.

Being a management student, a Multi-tasker adds one of the many feathers in her hat.

She is professionally trained in Kathak and Bharatnatyam dance

by Saif Rahman Sozib forms. Her hobbies are swimming and skating.

In 2018, She was crowned as one of the winners at the Miss Teen India pageant organized by Glamanand Entertainment. They are the franchise holders for Miss Teen International, Miss Teen Universe, and Miss Teen World pageants in India. Her crowning for the national representation was done on September 30, 2019 and was officially announced as the Indian representative to Miss Teen Universe.

Vridhi has been the face of several brands in just 2 years. She has been the face for the brands Nykaa, VLCC, Microsoft, Clean and Clear, Mama Earth, Glen Kitchenware, Several Agarbatti Brands, HDFC, LIC, Vidyamandir, etc.

I hope I could make India proud by securing the first spot in Asia.”

Vridhi likes to carve her ideas through poetry.

She gives a vibe of a born queen not merely because of her beauty but also because of her sincere and genuine demeanor and amicable aura. The very congenial Miss Teen India universe is focused and is never seen beating the bush.

Above all, she is

spontaneous and a natural beauty queen, the fact that makes her unique. She did her schooling from St. Thomas' School, Mandir Marg, New Delhi.

She is an empathetic soul who loves to spend her free time with the animals in the Sanjay Gandhi pet shelter and hospital in New Delhi.

Vridhi Jain says, “ I am thankful to my organization Glamanand for believing in me and giving me a chance to represent India at Miss Teen Universe. Winning the continental crown is very special to me. I hope I could make India proud by securing the first spot in Asia.”

P u g l i a A n d P r o g r e s s : Wo r k o n Miss Progress Inter national 2020 Begins

by Saif Rahman Sozib The eighth edition of the event that brings the Ambassadors of Progress from the five continents in the "heel of Italy" has been officially announced

by Giusy Nobile and Giuseppe Borrillo.

CAROSINO (TA) - The next edition of Miss Progress InternationalWomen for Progress. It is the only event in the world that makes women of all ethnic groups, religious beliefs, and social backgrounds protagonists. Thanks to their commitment in favor of the Environment, Health, and Human Rights. The event will take place from 2 to 11 October 2020 in Puglia, the wonderful southern region in Italy.

Giusy Nobile, president of the In Progress cultural association of Carosino, and Giuseppe

Borrillo, director of the competition that reaches its eighth edition, announced with a sixtysecond teaser the beginning of works for the organization of their original format (video: https://youtu.be/5muhP 3jp6hs).

"We have just completed the first phase - says Giusy Nobile - by sending to all of our contacts abroad the information needed to start working and choosing the right candidate to represent their country."

Meanwhile, Vanesa Giraldo Lopez, the Colombian who won the 2019 edition, has already started working with her Fundacion Almagua on her project dedicated to the reforestation of the

Colombian Amazon.

Vanesa, Miss Progress International 2019, with a young Yagua guy in the Colombian Amazon "This year, we have abundantly exceeded our goal of views and interactions on social networks - adds Giuseppe Borrillo. For 2020 we are aiming for a further increase, to the advantage of the places we will visit and of the companies that will support us and will get great visibility in Italy and abroad".

Anyone wishing to join the project (National Directors, media, companies, National Tourism Boards, etc.) can contact the organizers by writing to nd@missprogressinternat ional.com.

FLAME ANNIVERSARY AWARDS AT THE HORSEGUARDS HOTEL LONDON 23RD NOVEMBER 2019 19.0000.00

Yana Flame will be making a triumphant return to The Horseguards Hotel central London this November, where she recently held the spectacular Flame International Fashion and Art Festival. This prestigious hotel will this time host The Flame Anniversary Awards, celebrating and showcasing a year of exciting, brilliant young international fashion designers' collections and up and coming talented models.

Yana Flame herself will showcase her unique collection of haute couture dresses, and there is a whisper that she may even grace the catwalk herself. This black-tie event promises to be one of the highlights of the fashion year and will be attended by influencers from fashion, art, and show business industries,

TV, media, magazines, and celebrities.

This event will be an excellent opportunity to meet and network with like-minded people from the world of fashion, art, and showbiz. The afterparty with drinks, DJ, music, and dance will be the place to share your views and ideas after witnessing such a fantastic spectacular event. If this event is anything like Yana’s last extravaganza at The Horseguards, we will surely be entertained not only by the lavish fashion and stunning models on show but by incredible singing and musical performers.

The whole experience promises to be one of the hottest events of the year and a not to be missed event. Once again there will be celebrity judges casting their eye on the best fashion designer, best models in different categories, and voting for the year’s top up and coming young talented model.

VIP Guests and Judges Stephen Young Lars of Westbury, Countess Elena, Felice De Bacci,

Philip Salon Event.

Organizer, Kamay Lay Actress, Dave Gentry Champions Trainer, Eugene Ankomah Visual Artist Mark Fowler Creative #1 New Romantic, Geisha Davis Performance Artist, Lennie Lee Modern Ritual Painter, Ann Pendigrast Designer, Sofia Tselepidou Opera Singer, Paul Michael Opera Singer, Alesia Violin Performer, Katie B Singer.

If you would like to get involved in supporting or sponsoring the young talented designers and models, or would like to perform, showcase your art, or be a volunteer helper please contact the organizer via e-mail: flame.fashion.andart.festiv al@gmail.com.

The Flame is burning bright for the event of the year, and we look forward to seeing you all there; YANA FLAME !!! Written

by Dave Gentry. Celebrity Judge.

Celebrity Anna Pendigrast

Celebrity Geisha Davis and Lennie Lee

Singer Ellen Vladyuk D r e s s b y Ya n a F l a m e C o u t u r e

If you are an artist in the film industry actor/actress or filmmaker, in music, singer or dancer, Fashion designer or photographer, model, Fine artist, or you are a writer, blogger, or influencer…

Anne Gomis, Alain Zirah, and the OFF de Cannes’team offer you an exceptional opportunity to present your works to the most significant number.

Post your best videos, music, photos, blogs on Facebook page

Grand Concours International du Web.

Join the 2020 Great Inter national O F F d e C a n n e s We b C o n t e s t …

by Saif Rahman Sozib

Who are you, Alain Zirah & Anne Gomis?

A Z: After 25 years in real estate in Luxury in Paris and Marseille, in the South of France, and as photographer for Imapress, a press agency, I decided to change my destiny. My goal is to put my experiences and artistic sensibility to become a real complete artist. When you have a good idea, it’s easy to develop it in writing, drawing, painting, but also shooting photography and films.

Because Smartphones and computers became the best friends. A lot of artists are now multitalented artists. So I founded OFF de Cannes festival, in 2005, to help them and bring theme international visibility.

A G: My origins, first.

Native from a Guinea Bissau family, I was born in Dakar, Senegal. When I arrived in France at 4, I only spoke in Wolof. Later I learned that my ancestors were colonized as slaves by the Portuguese.

They changed their names as Gomis. In fact, I am a real princess of two villages in Casamance. I am Princess Adji Biaggi.

After I found a team of cheerleaders and my own gym, at 12, I did organize,

ten years later, “Miss Black beauty queen” and “Miss Night.” I was manager of a nightclub for 7 years. The B52 was the first French rappers’ club. On my initiative, all the nightclubs’ boss agreed to pose together for the cover of the most famous newspaper in my city. I also bring IAM leader to Virgin Megastore’s office.

I obtained a contract for their first record and get the first part of Madonna shows in Paris. I am proud to participate in that great adventure, and IAM is now the most famous French rap band.

My actuality for OFF de Cannes began in 2010 when I met Alain Zirah.

He proposed me to coproduce that

organization, and I created The Great International Web Contest (Grand Concours International du Web).

Now, we’re proud to read articles about our events in foreign countries as USA, Russia, Iran, Vietnam, Japan, and expend it with depth and global impact.

- Behind every man, I believe there is always a woman!

How were the most important OFF de Cannes festival?

The OFF de Cannes festival is a French organization that discovers talents and puts them under the light lime of the Cannes Film Festival. The team and a jury of professionals select the most creative artists and help the artists to produce their works. We bring them international visibility on social networks and particularly among 190,000 international film professionals.

Founded in 2005 by Alain Zirah, this organization has gathered a pool of multi-talented artists. Since 2011, the OFF de Cannes festival has grown with the Great International Web Contest, created by Anne Gomis.

The artists participate in film projects, fashion weeks and photo shootings, fine arts exhibitions, musical showcases, and literary meetings. In different cities.

We were applied, in 2010, by the Jackson Family Foundation to become a part of the press conference during the first coming in Cannes festival, France, of the King of Pop Michael Jackson’s father, Joseph Jackson. With the expansion of our work, we have been approached by famous personalities for collaborations like Max Howard (Pocahontas, Lion King), Jay Schindell (Iron Man 3).

In 2016, we got a partnership with Dr Olympia A. Gellini, World Film Institute founder and co-produced with him the Family Films Awards, during Cannes festival into the Intercontinental Carlton ballroom. In May 2019, the famous writer and businessman Paul-Loup Sulitzer has accepted to lead the events as OFF de Cannes festival’s patron.

Known for his books Money, Cash, Fortune, The Geen King, he created a genre with the "Financial Western" and

sold 70 million albums, translated into more than 40 languages.

The OFF de Cannes ceremony took place in the “Celebrities’ bar” in Carlton, the famous place where Brigitte Bardot, Anthony Queen, and all the most famous people have made Cannes the capital of cinema with stars who have made the whole world dream.

Member of our jury, Steven Nia, President of Wardour Studios Hollywood, who participated in the production of the blockbuster AvengersEndgame, announced the winners of the contest with Angelina Leo, for the W1 platform.

Could you tell us more about your activities during the last Cannes festival?

We began Cannes festival with a photo shooting in a luxurious Cannes villa with beautifully dressed models swimming in the pool and our British

partners. Then Anne and I organized with Sabine Evrard a cinema Masterclass in the prestigious MajesticBarriere Hotel lounge for the students of Noventis Actors School of Marseille.

For these young people, the word film corresponds to lengths ranging from 3mn on YouTube to digital series declined over several seasons on Netflix. So, we were happy to give them some advice and to introduce professionals from France, London, and Tibet.

The students were very attentive and, with some of them and our OFF de Cannes Grand Prize of dance winners Lame d’Orient (André Lenzi & Karen Agopian), we shot this summer a digital series called Power Pop Girls. In September, the winners went to Las Vegas and Los Angeles to represent our organization during the Family Film Awards.

During the big MAGNIFICENT evening organized by Dragon Lady Productions in a luxurious villa on the heights of Cannes, our fashion designer winner Serine Kurt made a catwalk around the swimming pool in this place some of whom considered it one of the most beautiful parties of this festival.

encounter with Michael Jackson’s father and telling how Harvey Weinstein invited me to his panoramic penthouse.

I mostly write for women, and they appreciate my visions of the relationship between men and women. After God created Woman as herself, I promote my last book is Forbidden to Men. I am writing a new book about Rock music.

We were in Carlton and Radisson Blu to support our partners Tiffany and Bakana, in luxurious catwalks.

The last day, the team went to Monaco Grand Prix. From the terrace on the 26th-floor luxurious apartment, we also could appreciate the most beautiful yachts of international billionaires.

A lot of emotions on this beautiful day.

Who really are the greatest rock stars and what influences they have had on our lives?

What are your artistic projects for 2020?

As a French writer, I published my first book, in 2011, about my

I talk about my encounters with some stars and through the prism of my visions.

Anne Gomis and I wrote and co-directed the great feature Forbidden Visions, in 2013. Now, I wrote the novel to go further inside that universe of French gangsters and beautiful women. Another major project is the production of Power Pop Girls. In this digital series, young masked superheroines

animated by ancient goddess and girl power fight against a serial killer but also their exboyfriends.

What are your projects for the 2020 Cannes Film Festival?

Basically, 2020 will be the main year. Twenty years after 2000. Eight years ago the theme of our contest was The children born in 2000 will be twenty in 2020. The artists had to imagine the future way of life. In May, we’ll celebrate the 15th OFF de Cannes anniversary. We’ll implement a retrospective, maybe exhibitions and Artbook of outstanding photographs of the events of these fifteen years, about Cannes Film Festival.

Enough to fully occupy his days. Yes, we admit it, we are very active people.. More information: www.off-decannes.webs.com

B e h i n d S q u a r e d Fa c e s

by Thomas Salamonski

by Saif Rahman Sozib

After his first exhibition in the UAE at the World Fashion Festival Awards, Thomas Salamonski from Austria has returned with his amazing artworks in the middle of the ART HUB Abu Dhabi. The grand opening happened on Saturday November the 9th, at the Galleria Mall Al Maryah Island Abu Dhabi.

Thomas has unveiled three of his stunning artworks created especially for the UAE, inspired by the local culture and traditional symbols – the Horse and the Falcon. Let’s find out more about the artist and about the inspiration behind his works.

Who is Thomas Salamonski?

me towards ART school.

A contemporary artist, born in Vienna, with a tradition in ART inherited from his family, especially from his mom, who was drawing postcards during the ’70s.

Tell us about your first painting.

When did you discover your talent for painting?

The story of a family friend says that when I was 5-6 years old, while my family was socializing at a family event, I was mainly busy and focused on drawing on a white paper while the elders were talking. It seems that this was the point when my family discovered that I am talented at drawing, and they decided to guide

When was it, and what was it about?

It was in 1996, Oil on canvas, about people, hats, faces expressed in black and white, which was an assignment given at school. I still have the painting at home…although it was offered to me to sell it for a large amount of money.

What state of mind should you have to start painting your next artwork?

When I start painting, my mind and body should be relaxed, mind free, and as I go on in painting more, I get inspired more. The first is the sketch, then I look at it for an hour or two, and then I start to paint.

There are times when the inspiration catches me overnight, and once started, I don’t stop until I finish the work.

revolutionary new style of combined graffiti and portraits into one concept.

What music goes hand in hand with your artwork?

What is the message you want to share with your audience through your art?

It is normal as humans to protect ourselves with different “masks” that we make use of them in different situations, and through my portraits, I try to unveil the feelings and the facets of those masks.

I don’t copy what I see, I paint what I feel.

Electro Swing, Parov Stelar, and the Rock from the ‘80s.

When you started your collection of portraits, who was your muse?

It all started with an unfinished portrait of the international model CARA Delevigne which was the trigger point to switch from a classical portrait to a

What is a normal day like for you?

What is a normal day? (smiling)….No day looks like other days. A normal day doesn’t exist.

Is there a hidden meaning in any of your artworks?

No.

Where was the strangest place to paint, and why?

When I was younger, I was given a job to perform live on the stage body painting

on 2 girls, somewhere in the middle of nowhere at a disco club.

What advice would you have for someone wanting to follow in your footsteps?

Look at others, learn from others and find and develop your own style!

Never copy!

What is the funniest question you have ever been asked in an interview?

The question you just asked me earlier about the strangest / weirdest place to ever paint. That triggered a lot of memories in my mind (untold funny stories).

Which artist (painter) is your favorite and why?

The Austrian legend Klimt who has used gold in his artworks just as I do.

Your work gets worldwide appreciation and recognition, including the latest award BEST ARTIST of 2019 received at the World Fashion Festival Awards. How do you feel about this? Did it make any change in your life?

I am proud that my work has crossed the borders of Europe and opens new

doors and new opportunities to other continents and countries.

If you didn't become a painter, what would you be doing right now?

Sculpture.

Did you ever think of doing a featuring with another painter? If yes, tell us more.

I would love to have the opportunity to work with Hopare, a French graffiti artist. But I haven’t had any “duets” on any of my artworks.

You have recently exhibited in the UAE, both in Dubai and in Abu Dhabi. How was your experience there?

Different cultures have different mindsets, which open the horizons of me projecting new ideas in future projects.

Photo credit: Wolfgang Nelson and Sandra Salamonski

Salamonski ART Goes to Emirates Palace Abu Dhabi After a series of events that followed the successful Trophy Award for ‘UAE’s Best Emerging Artist of 2019’ at the World Fashion Festival Awards (Dubai, UAE) in October 2019, Thomas Salamonski aka Salamonski ART set on fire the stage of the Emirates Palace Abu Dhabi last Wednesday.

On December 11th, the host of the night was One Piece Concept Store that has organized a spectacular Art & Fashion Night in collaboration with Hakkasan Abu Dhabi, the capital’s favorite dining and nightlife venue.

During the event, 15 brands with the sustainability-focused ethos and innovative, pioneering environmental efforts displayed their best pieces, and alongside Canella Hostal had a live fashion show showcasing some of her amazing outfits.

The perfect compliment to and evening of fashion, it was the

contemporary art showcase of pieces from the illustrious, Thomas Salamonski, on the Hakkasan terrace.

Recently awarded ‘The Best Emerging Artist in the UAE’ at the WFFA, Thomas is a Vienna based painter, expressing himself with a wide variety of techniques throughout his work.

Rich colors, large-format shapes, structures, patterns, and strong compositions captivate viewers. His use of 24karat leaf gold too often plate paintings have become noteworthy with Middle Eastern audiences and art enthusiasts. Thomas Salamonski is presenting his latest works from the exhibition series "Squared Faces." Each piece of art shows a portrait whose color style is reminiscent of the graffiti and pop culture of the 80s, with a contrasting interpretation of sacral stained glass, and the use of light and shadow to reveal faces in all dimensions.

He comments: ”the

viewer can decide how deeply they want to immerse themselves in consideration of these layers and forms. Just as we can decide in everyday life how far we want to look behind the facade of a human being.”

Hakkatini Wednesday continues to enchant with the one-of-a-kind night in the capital, the perfect setting to blow off the mid-week blues and unwind. As promised, the evening was a successful event of fashion, artistry, socializing, live DJ sounds, and musical entertainment, where distinguished and crème de la crème guests enjoyed every piece of it.

Photo credit: Hit High Events and One-Piece Concept Store

by Saif Rahman Sozib

Unforgettable Corianne

by Saif Rahman Sozib World Fashion Festival Awards has launched many beautiful and talented models in the past years. In October event, Corianne participated for the first time at the event in Dubai, proudly representing her country (the Netherlands) and the Agency she is represented by – Make It Management.

Corianne is a top potential international model that has just started her work in Dubai, and surely, modeling, there will be more opportunities to see her next, whether in Dubai or on the highest catwalk of the world.

Tell us about yourself (a short description).

My name is Corianne, and I’m a 20-year-old Dutchie. I’m an extremely adventurous model, and I love to travel. So I’m very grateful to be part of the World Fashion Festival Awards event and visit

Dubai.

fashion shows?

What did you choose to make a career from modeling?

Currently Milan. I have been there twice for over a month, so I really got to know the city. The people are so typically, and I just really like the general vibe there.

I never really thought of becoming a model because I was too insecure. When I was 12, I grew very tall, and my surroundings started saying that I had the perfect body to become a model. I did some shoots for acquaintances and basically rolled into it. Later on, I went on a surprise trip to Milan and I decided to take the plunge; I took my heels and portfolio book with me and did like 12 walkins in 2 days. Thankfully I got to sign a contract and that’s when my career really got serious.

Where have you so far?

I have modeled in Milan and in New York. New York was only a requested casting, but the people I met and the trip overall were so amazing.

What is your preferred country to travel to for

Do you have any preferred fashion designer? Who is, and why?

I like Chanel a lot. Their shows are always so incredible, for example, the beach catwalk during S/S 2019. I really loved that show. But also H&M. They have worked with so many models I would love to work with, and their commercials are always very bubbly.

Sports Illustrated would be very cool as well! I feel like they made such a difference in changing the modeling industry by choosing lots of different types of models, and I think that is really important. So many more I would like to work with, haha.

What would you like your audience (fans) to know about you?

on lovely. , The weekend, I work as a bartender in my hometown.

So when I was confirmed

by WFFA, I was delighted.

That I worked hard. That I’m the perfect example of dealing with lots of ‘No’ modeling,’ but I still keep on going. I’m planning on doing this for long as possible, and I’m giving my all for every casting and every job.

That’s why I am extra grateful to be part of this fantastic event.

What is your biggest dream to achieve as a model?

WFFA management has been a great and lovely host. It was very welcoming and made sure the Dutch team never felt left behind.

The make-up team was very after-party and super talented. The designers were very easy to get along with. They were all in for a chat, even the ones I didn’t model for.

Every collection was amazing, and you could see all the designers had worked very hard and passionately to create this collection.

How did you start modeling?

I began shooting for acquaintances and eventually rolled into it and went to Milan twice.

Definitely on my list of best times of my life.

Where can we see you next?

I hope to work more on this side of the globe. I love to learn more about the people here and the culture. But I also really want to go to Cape Town soon.

How does a typical day look for you?

When I don’t know, model, I manage the polaroid’s, portfolio books, and social media of Make It Management

Overall, I hope to make a living out of this. To build a career wherein I can create a stable home for my future children but also build friendships with people, I would typically never had met.

If I can lovely a foundation with loving and supportive people, I would be more than happy. I would also like to be part of a change within the industry. I want all body types to be accepted at the same time instead of picking time while being on this earth and decide we’re okay with this, but not with that’. Regarding jobs, I would love to work with Sports Illustrated or to be the face of a new fragrance.

How was your experience on the stage of WFFA in Dubai?

Attending The World Fashion Festival Awards was a fantastic experience. Flying all the way to Dubai was not something I thought I would be doing shortly.

The after-party was so much fun, dancing with the models, chatting with the designers. Just having a drink and enjoying Dubai. Every show was fantastic, but the one I will never forget is the one from Mona AL Mansouri (the First Emirati Fashion Designer). I wore one of the three bridal gowns, and I never felt more special. It really made me want to get married, delighted, haha. I want to thank everyone involved in this lovely time, and I hope to see you all again sometime.

Photo credit: Mike.Zae Private archive and Wolfgang Nelson

S M A C Fa s h i o n i n Pa r t n e r s h i p Wi t h "Sposi Ma Non-solo"

by Saif Rahman Sozib A winning combination that is renewed. SMAC Fashion and "Sposi ma non-solo" once again together and in the name of high fashion. The exhibition hall in the province of Salerno, dedicated to ceremonies, now in its 26th edition, will host as a habit a unique fashion show, created with talented young designers.

Another collaboration of

these two important brands has grown, thanks to another appointment that will see “Sposi ma solo� in Dubai. Thank Pasquale Salsano, brand manager, for the work that you are doing there.

It is a complex project, signed by Salsano. This project brings together an International Competition for Young Designers. This has emerged a close-knit

working group that offers various services in the field of beauty and the stylist in the SMAC Fashion Atelier.

The SMAC is by now distinguished for having brought to Salerno - over the years - great exponents of Italian fashion and for having given life to a nursery without equal between models and emerging designers.

A highlight of a series of partnership agreements that the SMAC has managed to close with different embassies to give space to emerging foreign designers.

Coming back a few days from an event in Dubai, with an increasingly clear vision of the future of Made in Italy talents.

"We were able to close some contracts in prominent boutiques in the extraordinary city of the United Arab Emirates. It was an occasion and a source of pride for some of our designers, for whom I made only one of the many opportunities.

We are working on using the space they deserve.

We are going to replace the institutions, if possible, so as not to remain idle and complain about the historic moment, "comments Salsano.

of Salerno: Antonio Battistino - Smac Fashion 2011 winner, Gianni Cirillo - winner of the Dubai Festival 2019, Paola Bignardi, and Roberto Caggia di Coffarte with his bag collection.

Guest of honor at the Sunday afternoon fashion show, led by journalist Antonella Petitti, Professor Gerardo Iovane, engaged in an important start-up for the beauty sector. This is a new App called: Book Be Beauty, presented for the occasion.

During the evening, the author Lucia Quaranta will intervene with two artistic moments dedicated to music, theater, and the magical world of the little ones.

To seal the appointment of a child fashion show that will also conclude the search for SMAC Fashion to "Sposi ma non- solo."

The fashion show will show the latest designer collections to the public

B e s t Yo u n g M o d e l Of 2019 Paul G . Butuza W F FA

by Saif Rahman Sozib

Photo credit: Wolfgang Nelson and private archive

Paul Gabriel Butuza (10 y.o.) is a young emerging model and fashion designer. Paul has made an impact on the demanding world of modeling through his obvious skills, beauty and attitude. Paul can say he has already fulfilled many dreams this year. Along with the trophy awards of BEST Model of 2019 at World Fashion Festival Awards (Dubai), Prince of the Universe (2019), Mister Europe (2019), and Best of the Best Kid Model Romania (2019).

In June this year, he has also launched his first clothing collection, “SERVUS,” which was a real success. The launch took place at the KIDS INTERNATIONAL FASHION (2019) section: fashion design, entitled Fashion Kids Wip, where Paul won the Grand Prix.

SERVUS is a collection of unisex street shirts. The name is the usual greeting formula that we

all have with our loved ones and towards whom we open our soul. It is a simple word with a strong emotional load. A word that is part of the common European history of the civilization that we have built and which we will carry on as a nation.

That not only girls can become models, but Paul has also shown, and we are convinced that this is an opportunity to make his ambition known.

The world of modeling is full of beauty and sensitivity, but boys have also shown interest and passion for this area. Paul is an example for all those who have so far admired the models only in the backstage or in front of the TV. Born under the sign of Aries, the green-eyed little boy is a member of WIP Models Academy - by Ioana (in Alba Iulia, Romania) whose courses are addressed to beautiful and talented children of all ages.

His first contact with this field was when he took part in a shooting photo.

He was very excited, happy, he felt in the spotlight, and that attracted him. The team worked exceptionally well and quickly with him, Paul acting as a real professional. It has since been remarkable in beauty, attitude, and immense patience.

Paul has participated in numerous photo-sessions in well-known specialist magazines. - Dean Magazine, Gift of Beauty, fashion events for children, showing casual outfits, sports of various well-known brands. He presented the designs of well-known designers at the national and international levels.

Let’s find out more about Paul in an open and inclusive interview:

Photo credit: Wolfgang Nelson and private archive

Tell us about yourself.

My name is Paul Gabriel Butuza, I am 10 years old, and I come from Alba Iulia, the capital of Romanians' hearts everywhere. I am a member of Wip Model Academy - by Ioana. At present, I am a model and also a small designer.

In June this year, I launched my first clothing collection, "SERVUS," which was a real success. I'm the holder of the title of "Prince of the Universe," "Mister Europe" - titles recently acquired at the international competition Festival of Culture, Style, and Art" Little Miss & Mister Universe" Georgia 2019. I am also "Best of the Best Kids Model of Romania" 2019.

At the competitions organized in Romania in which I participated between 2018 - 2019: "TV START," "BEST KIDS MODEL OF THE UNIVERSE ROMANIA," "KIDS INTERNATIONAL FASHION 2019", "KIDS MODEL ACADEMY," I got the 1st Place by age category and Super

Grand Prix and also international stage qualifiers.

I participated in important fashion events in Romania, events with an international circuit such as: - City Fashion Week 2018, - Fashion Festival "Autumn Colors" 2018, - fashion events for children in Romania: "Carolina Fashion Kids" 2017-2018 and “World of Prichindel" 2017, - activities organized in Romania on the occasion of their various events, such as: "June 1st International Children's Day", “1 June – We Celebrate together “, “International Child’s Day” (Alba Iulia, Romania) in 2018 by WIP MODEL ACADEMY presentation of the clothing made by designer Ioana Şuteu, where he got the prize of excellence, and I participated in various fashion shows and magazines and advertising spots.

What are your hobbies?

Modeling, playing guitar, I like to do handicrafts.

How would your best friends describe you?

I think my friends would describe me as a beautiful and friendly child.

How does it look a typical day of your life?

In the first part of the day I go to school, and in the second part, I do my homework, I'm preparing for modeling and guitar.

What is your favorite food?

Carbonara - Italian pasta.

What music do you like?

Or do you play any instrument?

I play on electric guitar.

What is your favorite movie/story?

Pirates of the Caribbean.

Are you superstitious, or do you have any rules you live by?

I am not superstitious.

Why are you passionate about fashion?

Photo credit: Wolfgang Nelson and private archive

I like modeling. I have been practicing intensively since the age of seven.

I do this because I want to show the world everything beautiful.

People need examples to guide themselves. I promote beauty, distinction, simplicity, and creativity. We live in a world where there is an increasing emphasis on technology, the robotization of people, and I want a future of the human side, the beautiful arts. What nature has given God and we must be eternal!

WIP MODEL ACADEMY, I appeared in fashion magazines and started to participate in modeling contests.

What is your greatest strength as a model?

I am a very good model.

I have been able to accumulate my experience for three years now. I like to present especially elegant evening clothes.

I am very photogenic, as it turns out from the photo sessions I held.

Tell me about your experience as a model.

Why being a model?

I know I am a handsome boy. I want to be an example to others. I want everyone to focus more on creativity, simplicity, arts, education.

Everything that delights the soul and respects nature.

Tell us about your career as a model. How did you get started?

As a model, I started intensively at the age of 7 years old. I followed a modeling course, followed by appearances in fashion events. Later I became a member of the

I participated in numerous events and castings. I like what I do.

I have already had 3 years since I was intensely modeling.

What skills, according to you, are necessary for a successful model?

As a model, you should have elegance, style, attitude. Have your values and set up goals.

Have a great deal of patience. To love and respect everything beautiful and sensitive (arts, nature, people).

Promote elegance, culture and creativity.

Messages that you send people to be clear, direct, have an impact.

How would you describe your personal fashion style?

My style is characterized by elegance, simplicity, distinction, scenic presence, walking, carriage, attitude, gestures, and choreography.

What made you take fashion more seriously and make a career out of it?

I do the modeling out of passion, desire, and not to let the human side disappear. With the emergence and increased use of technology, people forget to be human. But technology is designed to come to our support, not to replace us.

I want all people to become more creative and lovers of beautiful arts. I want a better future for all children today and tomorrow. I want my ideas to be heard and followed by everyone who sees and listens to me.

Are you self-taught, or did you study modeling?

I studied the courses of a modeling school in September 2016 – February 2018, after that I became a member of the WIP MODEL ACADEMY - by Ioana Suteu (from April 2018 until today).

Have you been on the runway internationally? If yes, where?

Yes, international, I participated in many contests. “Little Miss & Mister Universe" Georgia 2019, where I got the First Place on my age category.

Super Grand Prix, Mister Europa, and Prince of the Universe 2019. The latest international stage was at the World Fashion Festival Awards in Dubai this year in October, where I won the Trophy Awards for the BEST YOUNG MODEL of 2019.

What is the biggest lesson that you have learned since you have started to be a model?

Create a team that you can rely on at any time.

The team is like a second family.

What advice you would have wanted to receive when you have started to be a model?

I think they told me everything that was said at that time.

Who is the biggest supporter?

What is your ultimate goal?

My mother and my father.

My ultimate goal is to become an internationally successful model.

Do you ever get shy in front of the camera?

No. Not at all.

What is your motto?

Be yourself !!!

Any favorite designer? Or model?

What part of modeling do you like the most and why?

Catwalk and photoshooting.

Yes, I have two favorite designers. They are Cătălin Botezatu and Alexandru Ciucu.

How do you combine modeling with school?

What was your biggest fear when starting the runway for the first time?

Pretty hard, because I have a very busy schedule.

But I am confident and keen on managing any situation.

The first time, I had no emotions.

Just do what you like.

What advice would you give to young models?

earlier: “Little Miss & Mister Universe" (Georgia 2019), where I got the First Place in the age category. Super Grand Prix, Mister Europa and Prince of the Universe 2019 and World Fashion Festival Awards in Dubai (October 2019).

Have you ever competed with other models?

Yes, I did. As I mentioned

Photo credit: Wolfgang Nelson (first 2 photos) and private archive (photos: 3-7)

The CEO of African Achievers Awards, Tonye Rex Idaminabo, has been conferred with an honorary Doctorate degree in Humane Letters.

by Saif Rahman

by Saif Rahman SozibSozib

The honorary award was conferred on him during the Global Peace Summit that was held in London from the 6th to the 7th of December at the Universal Peace Federation building, 43 Lancaster Gate, Central London.

The Global Peace Summit brought together leading Peace Ambassadors, Humanitarians, Philanthropists, Clergy, multi-faith religious leaders, decision-makers, statesmen, and many others who are working for human prosperity and sustainability for all.

The Summit’s main subject of discussion was on peace and social cohesion globally.

Rex Idaminabo, a Nigerian lawyer & Serial entrepreneur, holds a Master’s Degree in International Contracting Law from Glasgow Caledonian University, Scotland.

world, creating, profiling and promoting brands), Executive Director Institute of Leadership and Management, ED Reputation Poll International Ltd (UK).

He was ranked by Forbes Magazine among leading Young promising African Entrepreneurs, 2015. Named amongst 100 Most influential Young Africans in 2016.

He is also the CoFounder of the Young CEOs Business Forum, a platform that trains and empowers young entrepreneurs across various countries around the world.

He is the Founder of African Achievers Awards ED Reputation Poll International Ltd. (A reputation management outfit, a Media company that focuses on developmental analytics and innovation in governance across the

He has received several awards, which include the Cambridge Leadership Award, which was presented to him by the Mayor of Cambridge, British Award for African Development, Nigerian Entrepreneurs Award.

He has also received several commendations from Global Leaders.

A letter from the Good News International University read ; “As per the recommendation from Ambassador Dr. Alwin Roland Timothy, I am pleased to inform you that you have been selected for an Honorary Doctorate Award from the Good News International University. Honorary

Doctorates at the Good News University conferred on individuals whose achievements reflect the values of the University and those individuals that have made a positive impact in their communities and the world at large.

Through this Award, our university, individuals who have excelled in their chosen field or made a significant

contribution to public life. We have received and reviewed your profile, and we find your achievements to be very impressive.

The Board herewith expresses its pleasure in awarding you a Doctorate Degree for your exemplary work in serving the international community and outstanding contributions to humanity. “

The founder of the MZ Ngwenya Foundation, Mr. Robert Ngwenya, has been conferred with an honorary degree in Humanities by the Good News International University of India.

by Saif Rahman Sozib

The honorary award was conferred on him during the Global Peace Summit that was held in London from the 6th to the 7th of December at the Universal Peace Federation building, 43 Lancaster Gate, Central London. The host, Justina Mutale Foundation, is a London based organization working to promote and foster empowerment of women globally.

The Global Peace Summit brought together leading Peace Ambassadors, Humanitarians, Philanthropists, Clergy, multi-faith religious leaders, decision-makers, statesmen and many others who are working for human prosperity and sustainability for all. The Summit’s main subject of discussion was on peace and social cohesion globally. Mr. Ngwenya, now Dr. Ngwenya, has been a champion of many

humanitarian initiatives in South Africa through his MZ Ngwenya foundation.

The MZ Ngwenya Foundation was established by Dr. Robert Mogabe Ngwenya and his wife Zinhle (Mabena) Ngwenya with the aim of transforming the lives of those affected by drug abuse, particularly Nyaope (A popular drug among south African drug addicts).

The foundation has popularized the fight against drugs through a concert held annually under the banner #NyaopeMustFall or #JoinTheMovement and is responsible for the rehabilitation of over 200 addicts over the past 4 years and clothing 50 to 100 homeless people monthly. It is a pillar of community building programs in the North West province and South

Africa as a whole.

A letter from the Good News International University read ; “As per the recommendation from Ambassador Dr. Alwin Roland Timothy on behalf of the Justina Mutale Foundation. I am pleased to inform you that you have been selected for an Honorary Doctorate Award from the Good News International University. Honorary Doctorates at the Good News University is conferred on individuals whose achievements reflect the values of the University and those individuals that have made a positive impact in their communities and the world at large.

Through this Award, our university recognizes individuals who have excelled in their chosen field or made a significant contribution to public life.

We have received and reviewed your profile and we find your achievements to be very impressive. The Board herewith expresses its pleasure in awarding you a Doctorate Degree for your exemplary work in serving the

international community and outstanding contributions to humanity. “ The award comes at a time where the foundation is working towards building rehabilitation. Dr.

Robert Ngwenya has expressed his humble gratitude for this honor and hopes that this recognition will also unlock more partners and sponsorships allowing the foundation to assist and change more lives.

The NRJ Music Awards 2019 rewarded Angele, Pokora, Bigflo & Oli and Bilal Hassani on Saturday night. Ed Sheeran, Ariana Grande and the SeĂąorita tube have been awarded for the International.

Photographer Louis Capizzi for Red Silk Carpet.

Photographer Louis Capizzi for Red Silk Carpet

Photographer Louis Capizzi for Red Silk Carpet

Photographer Louis Capizzi for Red Silk Carpet

Photographer Louis Capizzi for Red Silk Carpet

Photographer Louis Capizzi for Red Silk Carpet

Photographer Louis Capizzi for Red Silk Carpet

Photographer Louis Capizzi for Red Silk Carpet

Photographer Louis Capizzi for Red Silk Carpet

What a wonderful season we had with Max Vogue this year and we are thankful for that.

Happy Thanksgiving from Max and friends!

Artwork by Antonio

Another Look Giovanni Rustanto was looking for the perfect location when he found it in his backyard! A fashion film about the collision of technology and nature. Shot on location in Indonesia.

Click here to watch the film in it's entirety!

Another Look In one of the most stunning illustrated fashion films we've seen, Luca De Salvia pays homage to Gucci's Alessandro Michele.

Click here to watch the film in its entirety!

T h e M a x Vo g u e W e e k l y R e p o r t With my cuban coffee in one hand and a pink wrist band that reads 8:20am in the other, I stood in line at 7am to be one of the few lucky ones to shop at H&M and get a hold of some incredible pieces designed by italian couturier Giambattista Valli for the brand.

I had to fight fashionistas, socialites, influencers and celebrities to score the most desired items like the animal prints and the embroider jackets.

The collection was romantic, new wave, luxurious, inclusive and affordable.

I know I will be wearing some of these garments this July in La Jolla.

Click here to watch Antonio explain the inspiration behind his latest artwork!

Festival resident artist Antonio Contreras is out with our newest poster for the 11th La Jolla.

Awesome creation Antonio!

Here is his artist's statement on the poster:

Elizabeth Taylor is known for her immense contribution to the celluloid, but it is her style that we are in love with, diamonds, rubies, emeralds and mesmerizing lilac eyes made Taylor a true American Fashion Icon.

Dressed in Versace 1996 with Cartier jewelry and a red ribbon, Taylor looks sexy, defiant, and eternal in this watercolor on paper poster for the 11th La Jolla International Fashion Film Festival.

Another Look At the 9th La Jolla, Warsaw Poland based director Konrad Bak dazzled our audience with three of Eastern Europe's most renowned and beautiful models.

Click here to watch the film in its entirety!

T h e M a x Vo g u e We e k l y R e p o r t Jospehus Thimister the Dutch couturier who defined wicked minimalism in the 1990's has died, He was only 57.

He was appointed creative director of the House of Balenciaga in 1992 and probably the best designer after Cristobal the house has ever had.

He was a favorite of Karl Lagarfeld and Andre Leon Talley.

Safe travels Monsieur Thimister.

Click here to watch Antonio explain the inspiration behind his latest artwork!

Stuart Edmonson's Xcorps interviews costume designer Olga Sem and director Robert E Ball Jr in this latest piece.

Watch the interview here!

Another Look Siberia is not normally associated with fashion films, until Uldas Bakhtiozina came along.

Click here to watch the film in its entirety!

Uldus was born in 1986 in Leningrad, USSR and is an established artist, based in Russia. She is expressing her vision through photography and film.

In 2014 Uldus became one of the first Russian speakers at the international conference TED. The BBC listed Uldus among 100 women of the year. Her work won the Leica + Vogue Italia exhibition in Milan.

Vogue Italy named Uldus The Best Young Fashion Photographer.

Meet La Jolla's Official Cause Partner, The Ethical Fashion Initiative of the International Trade Centre, a joint agency of the United Nations and the World Trade Organization.

The EFI connects artisans from the developing world to the international value chain of fashion. In doing so, the Ethical Fashion Initiative harnesses fashion as a vehicle for development. One of the UN's most effective programs!

The Max Vogue Weekly Report If you could not wait every week to watch the show DYNASTY and enjoyed the eternal feud between Alexis and Krystel Carrington, then you will find the new collaboration between Maison Valentino and Joan Collins, fashion heaven.

Joan Collins starts in the Christmas campaign for Valentino and at age 86 Dame Collins has proven that true style is ageless.

Watch Antonio's artists statement here!

When world renowned makeup and body artist Einat Dan is in a pink mood watch out!

Meet La Jolla's Official Cause Partner, The Ethical Fashion Initiative of the International Trade Centre, a joint agency of the United Nations and the World Trade Organization. The EFI connects artisans from the developing world to the international value chain of fashion. In doing so, the Ethical Fashion Initiative harnesses fashion as a vehicle for development. One of the UN's most effective programs!

Four of my Retro Theater Pin-Ups. They are all dressed in red outfits to honor their moment of fame in Red Silk Carpet Magazine.

Due to this incredible magazine these girls are finally exposed to the world. Ed Morales, email: “deselarom@olypen.com�.

Always great fun to paint abstracts. I was inspired by our Hummingbird feeders to paint these abstract globes in 2014.

There is no end to what can be done in this genre. For me the fun is in the composition. My studio is my candy store. Ed Morales

In 2007 it was my pleasure to meet Livia Palone and paint her portrait. We met through a now-defunct Art Site, "Artbreak." She would often pose for me live via Skype.

Great fun to paint a live portrait of someone who is a third of the world away.

We have remained good friends over the last twelve years.

Ed Morales, email: "deselarom@olypen.com."

Livia Palone was born in Rome, Italy, in 1977, she graduated in Architecture “cum laude,” with a Thesis on the “Machines of Leonardo Da Vinci,” with the title of “Il Folle Volo Di Leonardo” - The crazy flight of Leonardo” and experienced different kinds of artistic paths, digital art, graphics, photography, writing, arts & crafts, and, mostly, singing. She used to sing in the “Soul Singers Jazz Gospel & Spirituals in Rome” choir under the direction of M° Franco Riva, from 1997 until 2006, both as a choir and soloist contralto.

She participated in numerous contests (with both cover and original songs) and has performed since 2004 as a soloist singer, collaborating with many different musicians (duo, trio, band).

Livia is a Technology teacher in Secondary School since 2014, after succeeding in the National Teaching Contest/Challenge?

Both in Technology and Art. She still sings and keeps on working on several artistic projects. Hopefully, she will ultimately record her first official CD before the end of 2020.

She also used to play agonistic basketball for ten years and loves speaking foreign languages.

Her biggest hope is to help build a better society by teaching not only Technology but also human values and love for Art and Culture to her students, always trying to keep them hungry for learning. She loves to keep on learning, as well.

Out of the many subjects I’ve been allowed to paint, sea scenes are the most tranquil and calming. There is no right nor wrong.

Its all about letting passion flow out of the brush.

I had the pleasure of painting this piece in 2007. Ed Morales

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As we come to the close of another amazing year, we will be having our Best Cover of 2019.

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