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Letter from the Editor ACCORDING TO WEBSTER’S DICTIONARY, ART IS DEFINED AS THE CONSCIOUS USE OF SKILL AND CREATIVE IMAGINATION ESPECIALLY IN THE PRODUCTION OF AESTHETIC OBJECTS. Artistic expression has always been something that I am drawn to, whether it is through appreciating physical works of art or expressing it through music, dance or design. Art is so subjective and the individuality of that expression is endless. My father-in-law is an artist, and his ability to capture an emotion or the personality
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of his subject in his paintings captivates me. (My photo this month is painted by him as well as my cover photo art.) Expressing himself in this way brings him so much joy, and his artwork that we own is a timeless treasure. While artistic expression is most obviously seen in physical works of art, all of us have various forms of creativity that is unique to each of us. Whether it is expressed through traditional artistic forms or through vocations such as the creative genius of an entrepreneur creating a unique business or a chef dreaming up a new recipe, these unique creative contributions is what makes our community so special. We wanted to share a few local makers and artisans with you this month that each
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INSIDE THE ISSUE FEBRUARY 2021
FEATURES 10 For the Love of Art Meet the Artist
16 Suited for Style Leawood is home to custom suit maker
22 Valentines Day In Celebrate your loved ones
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32 DIY Valentines Bowls With Oh So Lovely Blog
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32 DEPARTMENTS 6
Lifestyle Letter
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Artist’s Palette
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28 Food & Wine 32 DIY 38 Financial Buzz 41
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ARTIST’S PALETTE
RIO LOBO STUDIOS
FOR THE LOVE OF ART PHOTOGRAPHY PAUL VERSLUIS AND JANIE JONES
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DENNIS BROOCKERD OF RIO LOBO STUDIOS HAS ALWAYS LOVED ART. He enjoys looking at art, he enjoys learning about art, and most of all he loves creating art. “There is something special about having an idea, developing a pleasing design, and having the craftsmanship to complete a work that others like,” he says. Dennis is an award-winning woodcarver of more than 45 years. In 2012 he shifted gears to pursue two-dimensional art. He works on detailed drawings in graphite and colored pencil. He is also accomplished with watercolors and oils. Over time he realized that acrylic painting is his preferred medium. Most of his artwork uses vibrant, exaggerated color with hard edges. Some have described it as pop art. “I enjoy using colors that complement each other so that the eye mixes them. Acrylic dries quickly, making it difficult to blend easily, but I like to work on one picture at a time, so acrylic works best for me.” Dennis likes painting old cars because they have more character than the cookie cutter cars of today. He grew up with cowboys and Indians as his heroes and that experience comes out in his work. He also enjoys painting pets, cows, horses and other farm animals. “I believe everybody has certain talents. Some have a talent for music, others are good at gardening. God loaned me an artistic ability. That said, to be good at anything you have to put in the work. I paint at least 12 hours a week. Practice, practice, practice,”Dennis says. When asked about what he considers his favorite piece of art he replies, “I don’t know because I haven’t made it yet.” Dennis is the president of Senior Arts Council here in Kansas City. To see more of his work, visit his website at Riolobostudio.com or contact him at dmbroockerd@att.net for custom paintings or carvings. CONTINUED >
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ARTIST’S PALETTE (CONTINUED)
“THERE IS SOMETHING SPECIAL ABOUT HAVING AN IDEA, DEVELOPING A PLEASING DESIGN, AND HAVING THE CRAFTSMANSHIP TO COMPLETE A WORK THAT OTHERS LIKE.”
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ARTICLE JUDY GOPPERT | PHOTOGRAPHY PAUL VERSLUIS
WITH EACH CUT, THIS THIRD-GENERATION MASTER TAILOR CREATES CLOTHING THAT IS DISTINCTLY UNIQUE TO EACH INDIVIDUAL WEARER.
LOCALLY OWNED
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Precise Perfection
HE ALWAYS PROVIDES CLIENTS WITH THE MOST UP-TO- DATE LOOK. MODA DOMANI IS THE CUSTOM CLOTHING COMPANY CRE-
Becoming a tailor was ingrained in Fakeri from birth. His grand-
ATED BY ANTHONIO FAKERI, WHO MOVED TO THE UNITED
father and father were master tailors, and at age 6, he was always in
STATES FROM TEHRAN, IRAN, AT AGE 19. At 67 now, he is still
and out of his father’s clothing factory sneaking fabric swatches to
personally meeting with clients one on one. The definition of Moda
bring home to make doll clothes for the girl next door! He had a small
is style and Domani means tomorrow because they create the style
sewing kit and scissors, and from then on, he began working with
of tomorrow. That means you are never going to be outdated. He
his father and learning detailed skills. At 19, he moved to the U.S. and
always provides clients with the most up-to- date look.
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“WE HAVE WEATHERED MANY STORMS THROUGH THE YEARS, AND WE ARE BLESSED TO DO WHAT WE ARE DOING.”
in Glen Ellyn, Illinois. This allowed
him
to
His daughter, Ariana, joined him
learn
in February when he was consid-
English and decide he
ering retirement. She convinced
wanted to start his own
him to stay in operation and is now
company. Moda Domani
his assistant.
has been operating in the
“She has been a tremendous
Kansas City area since
asset to my operation as my assis-
1999, but he has been in
tant and business manager. She has
operation since 1986.
a way of knowing how to work with
“I have grown my busi-
people and replicate me and things
ness to a point that we
I do for clients. I’m mainly handling
are uniquely positioned and there simply isn’t anyone like us, nor are we like anyone else,”
appointments with clients and con-
he says. “Being a tailor is not just about putting a tape around your body. I actually under-
sultations and so forth.”
stand pattern-making construction so everything I put together is put together in the right way. My product is by far superior to anything that is out there due to the quality of fabric, workmanship and design which relates to fit. We are in business to cultivate relationships, so the outcome is a product they love.” The No. 1 goal is the right fit, then fashion and functionality. He says, “You get them all in one package!” Their business is strictly by appointment only, which they have been doing even before the pandemic. He compares his private sessions as such: “Would you want to have a doctor appointment with two or three other people in the room?” They also will actually go to a client’s home to do a wardrobe assessment if he or she does not want to come to their store.
He realizes this is a dying art, and feels he needs to preserve it. “We
have
weathered
many
storms through the years, and we are blessed to do what we are doing. We are looking forward to the end of this pandemic, and we will be better than we were before,” he says. Moda Domani Custom Clothing Company is located at Park Place, 11543 Ash Street, Leawood, Ks. 66211.
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CREATE
LASTING
MEMORIES
THIS
VALENTINES TREE
VALENTINES DAY AT HOME WITH TRA-
To create this easy and eye-catching cen-
DITIONS NEW AND OLD. One local stylist,
terpiece, collect fallen branches and paint
Amani Skalacki, shares a few easy and inex-
them white. We used a thrifted, repurposed
pensive ways to make the day special.
white ceramic jar to assemble the branches in for the base. Use a floral foam to stabilize
SWEET TREAT TABLE
the branches, and place moss at the top of the
Surprise your children with a sweet treat table.
jar. You can use this homemade tree for any
Keep it simple with a few favorite snacks and can-
occasion as it’s sturdy, and just about anything
dies, or for a more extravagant display, use fresh
can be hung on it.
flowers and create a handmade centerpiece. “I wanted the flower arrangement to be
VALENTINE’S DAY ORNAMENTS
quick, easy and maintenance free, so I pur-
Create heart ornaments to hang on your
chased hearty, filler greenery from Trader Joes,”
Valentines Tree Centerpiece. These orna-
explains Shalacki.
ments can be used as clue cards for a kids
“I started by placing the largest greenery on
Valentine’s Day scavenger hunt. Instruct chil-
the bottom layer in a circle around the table. I lay-
dren to find their picture on the tree and hunt
ered varying types of greenery on top of the first
for the hidden treasure in the house. “I used
layer in shorter widths to achieve the final look.”
recycled shipping boxes to create my heart
We used Valentines Day mini cupcakes, choc-
base and painted them red,” Skalacki explains.
olate dipped Oreos, and Valentine’s Day cookies
“I then used a hole punch to create a lace-like
from Smallcakes for our sweet treat table.
edge to complete the look.”
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VALENTINES DAY IN (CONTINUED)
ROMANTIC DINNER FOR 2: THE ADULT TABLE For this look, we decided to set the table in a non-traditional casual setting—the coffee table in the living room. Layer pillows and cozy blankets on the ground for comfortable seating. We used two layers of fabric for the runner, and added a handmade floral arrangement as the centerpiece. To achieve this look, use a two-layer serving tray and layer flowers and stems to adorn the tray. Add grapes or berries to give a fuller and textured look. For a romantic ambiance, add candle sticks, a bottle of wine and Billie Holiday playing in the background. For a no-hassle dinner, order out and serve your favorite takeout in the comfort of your own home. Or if you like to cook together, Chef Jasper provided a go-to pasta recipe (see page 26) perfect for a Valentines Day in. Add a hint of decadent chocolate from Panache. Their Valentine’s collection, Unforgettable, is inspired by chef-created classic desserts that evoke memories of era’s past: Strawberries Romanoff Truffle, Italian Cherry Truffle, Bananas Foster Truffle, and Dark Chocolate Mousse Truffle. “Every day, we handcraft extraordinary chocolates for people to enjoy and gift. Our award-winning luxury creations are made with real ingredients, top Kansas City wine and spirits brands, and creative flavors, all exquisitely presented.” —Julie House, Panache Chocolatier
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VALENTINES DAY IN (CONTINUED)
CAPELLI D’ANGELO ALLA NANNI INGREDIENTS + 8 oz. Barilla Capellini + 2 tsp. salted butter + 4 oz. prosciutto ham + 4 mushrooms, sliced thin + 12 oz. Jasper’s Marinara Sauce + 4 oz. heavy cream + 1/4 tsp. red pepper flakes + 4 oz. Romano cheese METHOD 1. Cook pasta al dente according to package directions. 2. Melt 2 tsp. butter in a saute pan over medium high heat. Add prosciutto and let it crisp, then add sliced mushrooms. Saute for 2 minutes. 3. Stir in marinara sauce and cream, red pepper flakes, peas and Romano cheese. Bring to a light boil. Add cooked pasta and toss. Serve immediately. Jasper’s notes: Be careful to cook the pasta al dente as it can become soggy very quickly and soak up all of the sauce. My father loved canned peas and said they had more flavor than regular peas. Also, I add a little more red pepper because I like this dish to have a bit of spice. “Capelli d’Angelo alla Nanni is a recipe my father, Jasper Sr., created and today is Jasper’s most-requested pasta dish. In the late 1960s, he ate this pasta in a restaurant in Italy and became intrigued with it, returning to the trattoria three nights in a row, trying to decipher the ingredients. While on the surface the recipe appears simple, believe me, it took many hours for my father to perfect this dish. When he returned home, he and my mother experimented with Jasper’s chefs until he said it was perfect. Customers requested the recipe for over 50 years, but my father would never give it out. It wasn’t until several years ago that we decided to share this delicious pasta with our guests, in my father’s honor.” — Chef Jasper Mirabile Jr., chefowner, Jasper’s Restaurant CREDITS: Sweet treats: Smallcakes Shawnee 913-808-5300 Flowers: Trader Joes Chocolate: Panache Chocolatier, Park Place in Leawood Food: Jaspers Restaurant JaspersKC.com Styled by: Amani Skalacki 26
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FOOD & WINE ARTICLE LAUREN LANE PHOTOGRAPHY JANIE JONES
WITH LAUREN LANE CULINARIAN
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winter citrus avocado salad
salad
+ 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
+ 1/2 head radicchio leaves, torn
+ 1/8 teaspoon of kosher salt
+ 3-4 cups arugula or baby spinach
+ 1/8 teaspoon of pepper
+ 2 oranges, segmented + 1 pink grapefruit, segmented + 1/2 red onion, sliced + 1 fennel bulb, very thinly sliced + 1/2- 1 avocado, sliced + 2 tablespoons pine nuts (optional) + crumbled goat cheese (optional) + Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
dressing
instructions 1. Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, orange juice, Dijon mustard, and salt and pepper. 2. Assemble the salad on a platter by arranging the radicchio, arugula and half of the citrus segments. 3. Drizzle with a few spoonfuls of the dressing. Layer the fennel, avocado, red onion, and the remaining citrus onto the salad. Top with pine nuts and goat cheese if using; sprinkle with salt and pepper, and serve.
+ 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil, Cervasi preferred + 2 Tablespoons orange juice (squeeze what’s leftover of the seg-
For more deliciousness follow Lauren @Lauren_Lane_Culinarian
mented oranges over a bowl. It should have lots of juice remaining)
and Lauren-Lane.com.
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DIY
“THEY’RE A GREAT AND AFFORDABLE GIFT IDEA FOR FRIENDS.”
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ARTICLE AUDREY KUETHER
HOW TO MAKE DIY GOLD LEAF
HERE ARE THE SUPPLIES YOU’LL NEED:
FECTLY TO ORGANIZE AND DISPLAY YOUR JEWELRY,
+ Wooden bowls, trays, etc.
KEYS, OR YOU NAME IT! And you know what? They’re so
+ Gold leaf (or metallic gold paint)
easy to make! They’re a great and affordable gift idea for
+ Gentle Gold leaf brush
friends as well (Hello Galentine’s Day)!
+ Mod podge (or gold leaf adhesive)
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DIY (CONTINUED)
steps: + Grab a wooden bowl, some acrylic paint, and a brush. + Hand paint some paint on one section of the bowl. + Let the first coat dry and paint another two to three coats of paint until you’re happy with the result. + Let the paint fully dry. + I wanted my gold leaf paper to overlap the paint for a layered look, so I took a paint brush and painted some Mod Podge in an overlapping pattern. + Both Mod Podge and metal leaf adhesive works, however I chose Mod Podge because it takes less time to get tacky, which is the ideal time to brush on the gold leaf. + Once the Mod Podge gets tacky, use your hand to apply the gold leaf and accompanying wax sheet. + Push the gold leaf onto the tacky glue, then remove the top layer of paper. + Use your fingers to gently push the gold leaf onto the glue a little further. + Next, use the golf leaf brush to smooth over the whole area and gently wipe away any excess gold leaf. Pay extra attention to the edges. + Next, smooth the gold leaf section as much as possible, but don’t worry about any imperfections. The organic look of the gold leaf being imperfect gives the piece character. + Next, work your way to the outer edge. + Once the gold leaf is perfected, gently brush over the leaf with some Mod Podge to seal it to the bowl. + Let it completely dry and enjoy!
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“In certain cases, we partner with the best specialists in address-
BEEN GUIDING CLIENTS
ing estate planning, tax preparation, and insurance needs rather
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than offer those services in-house. It is a small, but important
DECISIONS
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ITS
distinction that we believe better aligns incentives and behavior
FOUNDING IN 1987. “We
with benefits to the client over those of the firm. This also aligns
want to help clients make
with our responsibility as a fiduciary, which means we make
wise choices, and it only
decisions based on what we believe is best for the client.”
takes
a
conversation
to
get started,” President Ken
3. THEY DIFFERENTIATE THROUGH THE DEPTH AND
Green
ACCESSIBILITY OF THEIR INTELLECTUAL CAPITAL.
shares,
explaining
that their first step is listening. “As you express your vision, we
“We are credentialed with Chartered Financial Analysts
want to understand the challenges around those dreams to find
(CFA) and Certified Financial Planners (CFP) on our team. We
the best way forward. We like to work with clients who are inter-
employ a disciplined, repeatable process that informs our
ested in jointly developing their specific financial path,” Green
investment and planning decision-making and have decades of
says. “It is important to work toward financial milestones with a
expertise in individual stocks and bonds,” Green explains. “To
partner who will walk with you.”
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1. THEY FORGE DEEP AND LONG-LASTING RELATIONSHIPS.
to put clients first.”
“We want to partner with local clients for a long, long time” Green says. “As employee-owners, we focus our resources
4. AS A LOCAL, EMPLOYEE-OWNED COMPANY, THEIR
on supporting lasting associations. Building trust within a rela-
CHARITABLE DECISIONS PROVIDE A DIRECT IMPACT IN
tionship is a material investment in time and effort. We want to
THEIR HOME CITY.
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ships we create with those who choose to partner with us.”
Rotary, Leawood Chamber of Commerce, Leawood Lions, St. Thomas More Catholic School, Metropolitan Lutheran Ministries,
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BATHS
TOMAHAWK CREEK ESTATES
$4,200,000
$3,750,000
89%
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$2,800,000
94%
81
6
7.2
THE WOODS ESTATES
$1,995,000
$1,725,000
86%
77
5
5.1
GLENABBEY OF LEAWOOD
$1,595,000
$1,575,000
98%
3
5
5.1
TUSCANY RESERVE
$1,315,000
$1,280,000
97%
44
5
4.1
RESERVE AT IRON HORSE
$1,150,000
$1,160,000
100%
8
5
5.2
THE CLOISTERS
$849,000
$849,000
100%
2
5
5.1
BRIDGEWOOD
$850,000
$825,000
97%
7
4
3.1
HIGHLANDS RANCH
$679,000
$679,000
100%
5
4
4.1
WHITEHORSE
$688,000
$655,000
95%
62
5
4.1
Information compiled is from Heartland Multiple Listing Service (MLS) and includes properties listed and sold in the area from multiple brokers. STATISTICS from 12/1/2020 TO 12/31/2020. * DOM=Days on Market
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