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CONTRIBUTORS
Eric Gabriel
“This was a very special shoot for me, bringing together Tatjana Patitz and John Pearson—two iconic models I have known since the beginning of my career. I was especially excited to capture their reunion at my friend’s ranch in Santa Ynez. I love spending time in Santa Barbara horse country,” says the Los Angeles-based photographer who shot “The Reunion” (page 120). “Tatjana and I both share an equestrian background; John, not so much. But I think he made a new friend with Bret, a very spirited police horse. Special thanks to Alison Edmond for making this story happen.” S.B. MUST DOs The local spiny lobster at Santa Barbara Shellfish Company. • Check out boards at Trim, a neighborhood surf shop. • Truffles from Chocolate Maya.
Alison Edmond
“Even though it was an exhausting 12-hour day in humid 90-degree temperatures, this shoot felt like a fun family get-together,” says the fashion director of our sister publication, C, who produced and styled “The Reunion” (page 120). “Eric Gabriel, Tatjana Patitz, John Pearson (my husband), and I have all known and worked with each other for almost 30 years, so it was a celebration of our lasting friendships and a complete pleasure to be working in such a magical location.” S.B. MUST DOs The Ojai Valley Inn & Spa to escape.• The San Marcos Pass and Lake Cachuma are stunning. • Loquita for amazing tapas.
Nancy Neil
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“Working with Calgary Avansino is inspiring—she’s always warm, stylish, and welcoming,” says the Ojai-based photographer who shot the British Vogue contributor for “Editor’s Eye” (page 67) and Loveworn for “Retro Revival” (page 74). S.B. MUST DOs Bonnie Lu’s for biscuits and gravy. • Riding the Ojai bike trails with my boys. • Sespe Pizza.
Katherine Stewart
“It was a treat to visit a corner of the valley that seems so sealed off from the outside world. I understand why the nuns thought they could find solitude there,” says the part-time Montecitobased writer who told the story behind Mail Road Wines for “Divine Vines” (page 158). “I’ve never thought of myself as a Pinot person, but a sip of Mail Road’s estate vintage out in the field where it was grown has made me a true believer.” S.B. MUST DOs The Sky Garden at MOXI. • The McMenemy Overlook Trail—3.7 miles of heaven. • Percussionfest at the Music Academy of the West—beautiful music made from drums, marimbas, and a shopping cart of hardware supplies.
Christy Gutzeit
“The Lotusland gala was an absolute dream to photograph. The combination of Valentino among the backdrop of the gardens is something I’ll never forget,” says the photographer who snapped shots of a few summer soirees for our RSVP section (page 167). As for Santa Barbara Magazine’s Argentine asado at the Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club: “I loved seeing the mix of artists, designers, and business owners that make Santa Barbara so special celebrating together.” S.B. MUST DOs Eddie Ellner’s class at Yoga Soup. • Coffee at Breakfast Culture Club. • Weekend getaways to Hollister Ranch.
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