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amount of caffeine consumption, Renee also finds time to produce video lookbooks for fashion brands. If you have some time to kill, check out what she’s up to at hangershortage.com
HOLLY CLINARD FASHION EDITOR
Otherwise known around OC as Holly in Heels, Holly is smitten with shoes and addicted to style! Born and raised a true California girl, Holly lives and breathes the fashion trends that make the west coast a world-leader in style. Holly has earned the enviable reputation as a leading women’s shoe blogger; she has her own blog, www. hollyinheels.com, that has a loyal following and an international audience. Holly also writes regular fashion columns for several lifestyle print and online publications. When not sorting through her floor-toceiling heel closet at home, Holly loves to sip good coffee, travel the world, and listen to 90’s music (sometimes all at once). What more could a girl want? Follow Holly on Twitter @hollyinheels.
Sophie Mae Sophie Mae is a Fashion and Event Stylist based in Orange County, California. She specializes in wardrobe and special event styling. Her clients range from business professionals who are simply too busy to shop to those who just want to revamp their wardrobe. Sophie offers several personal shopping and styling services to suit every lifestyle and budget. Website: sophiemaestyle.com Twitter: @sophiemaestyle
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the discovery of another human being. Her client’s energy and excitement gives her energy! Their images are a co-creation! She is currently uncovering her purpose as a photographer through her studio, Crush Photo Studios. Fashion, commercial and boudoir photography are Nancy’s emphasis. It is her greatest joy to witness the freedom and self-confidence women experience after their boudoir sessions and she feels honored to contribute to their process. Nancy loves LOCALE and their commitment to expand awareness of our local passionate business owners! www.crushphotostudios.com.
ANDREW ABAJIAN Andrew Abajian is a West Coast based editorial, fine art wedding, and lifestyle photographer/director. With a passion for editorial and romance it seems that Andrew translates simplistic beauty into his work. Using natural light and daily surroundings to capture moments, you’ll find that when working with him that any opportunity can become a piece of art. You can view more of his work at AndrewAbajian.com and contact him for booking at info@ andrewabajian.com
then, Jeff has photographed countless celebrities, musicians and gold medal athletes all over the world. He recently started writing and directing music videos. Additionally, he is working on a feature film which is projected to finish by the end of 2011. For more info check out his site: www.JeffFarsaiPhotography.com
Dhrumil Desai LOVINLIFE MULTIMEDIA Most things unachieved have yet to be attempted in the mind of Antonio Pullano, Director of Photography for LovinLife Multimedia. From Niagra Falls, Canada, this trilingual, MBA graduate, provides worldwide creative services as a Producer/ Director/Cameraman. He has been published by CASIO America, G-Shock, The Associated Press, Nylon Fashion, CBS, Fuel TV, Transworld, Crow Bar, and OCCF CrossFit. A resident of Newport Beach, live music, the outdoors, international cuisine, and flying RC Helicopters tops his list of activities. For your upcoming fashion, sports action, new product, wedding, or corporate marketing campaign, choose www. lovinlife.ca.
ERIN ROSE BELAIR LIFESTYLE EDITOR
Erin Rose Blacque Belair is a writer living happily in Newport Beach. She received a Bachelors of Arts in English with a creative writing emphasis from the University of California Irvine in the spring of 2010. She has since then spent her time traveling the world, reading endlessly, and writing constantly. You can catch all of her adventures and works in progress at www.roseblacque.com. She loves iced tea and her black cat Belladonna.
WRITERS
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A curly headed lady that finds herself in a constant state of creation. A creative lifestyle and wedding photographer that possesses the ability to see the beauty in everything. Check her work out at www.jenavievebelair.com
PHOTOS
Eyes like a shutter. Mind like a lens. Whether it’s on a rooftop in Manhattan, a runway in Tokyo, a charity Gala in Beverly Hills, a luxury hotel on the Newport Coast or a living room in Laguna Beach, Nikki Thornton lives by the credo that every photo should convey mood, energy, emotion. As principle of Nikki Monroe Photography in Newport Beach with eleven years of experience, Nikki lives to capture the essence of life on camera. She believes photography is a universal way for us all to connect.
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Renee Rogers Renee is a Fashion Designer and FIDM grad currently living in OC. She also runs a little site called Hanger Shortage where she profiles up and coming artists and designers. Thanks to an obscene
nikki thornton JENAVIEVE BELAIR LIFESTYLE PHOTOGRAPHER
nancy villere Nancy Villere has been a professional photographer for 18 years. She loves to push her limits for creativity. Her passion for photography lies in
Jeff Farsai specializes in editorial, celebrity, fashion, sports and wedding photography. After earning his B.F.A. in photography and visual communication, he quickly dove into the commercial world of photography. Since
and advertising photography. He has been published with clients of all sizes and industries. Chris is energized by creating impactful images for clients. Use of light, composition, space and storytelling all play a part in the process. Portfolio at CCIMAGES.com. 310-500-9075
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lauren pawell web management & it
Lauren Pawell is the founder of Bixa Media, a digital marketing agency focused on developing an effective and profitable online presence for local companies. She thrives on helping clients grow their businesses by developing customer-specific digital media strategies and then implementing revenue-generating online platforms. Lauren has a diverse background: an OC native who has spent extensive time living and working abroad in Spain, England, France, and Belgium. When not creating groundbreaking marketing plans and awesome websites, she can be found traveling, dancing, exploring Orange County or attempting to learn a new language. www.bixamedia.com
DISTRIBUTION
Rick Ramirez When racks run out, Rick runs in.
Chris Chavira Southern California photographer Chris Chavira regularly shoots corporate, portrait, entertainment