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C Credits PUBLISHER and EDITOR-IN-CHIEF
Joseph Edward Schur
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Therasa A. McLennan
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Wanda L. Ryan
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Hannah Alper, Will Bartlett, Greg Benz, Rose Marie Bresolin, Travisha Budder, Camden, Steep Daniels, Logan Ford, Tara Giecko Giles, Sharon Hansen, Hozefa Hararwala, Maria Hatzis, Ranya Hatzis, Aaron Ignacio, Davin De Kergommeaux, Brittany Krystantos, Jonathan Levy, Todd Monk, Ori Ohayon, Heidi von Palleske, Blair Phillips, Vasili Prangikos, Steve Pryce, Dev Ramsumair, Marcia Reid, Fanny Rice, Jadyn Rylee, Wanda L. Ryan, Joseph Edward Schur, Sonny, Terry Tomlinson, Harlen Troost, Stephen Wallis, Dan Walsh
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Publisher’s LETTER A Coincidence that Words and Worlds are only separated by a lonely L?
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here's an old Irish proverb that I really like: "A tune is more lasting than the song of the birds, and a word more lasting than the wealth of the world." Rather profound, yes?
I like words, a lot. They are the building blocks of how we communicate to the world. I appreciate all of them immensely, and especially the ones that unlock an infinite number of possibilities. Imagine, just for a moment, our world... without words. Well, right off the top I'm thinking that Spencer would be a very pretty picture book. But would that be enough to quench the thirst of our audience? I don't think so. That's why I encourage you to read the articles in this issue, and not just look at the pictures. The articles are enlightening, exciting, and fun. I have my favourites, like Steve Pryce's articles on Divine Decadence and A.rtificial I.mmortality. And, of course, Heide von Palleske's article on "Painting with Words." I've always been a BIG Burt Reynolds fan, so I'll be reading Stephen Wallis's story on "Defining Moments" many times. Alyssa Rubino, NFT BAZL, Broken Cage Gallery... and so many more! By now I'm hoping that you're curious about the letter "L" between word and world - does it represent Life? Love? Something else to you?! For all of my family and friends out there, you would realize (and I don't apologize for it!) that I'd be making this closing statement:
We are Spencer, we are the Word/World.
Joseph Edward Schur Publisher/Editor-in-Chief joseph.schur@spencermag.com
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Spencer's World
MASTHEAD PUBLISHER'S LETTER
FEATURE ARTICLES DIOGO SNOW
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AROUND THE WORLD w Spencer Spotlight w Flag Day at Cannes with Jadyn Rylee & Sean Penn w NFT BAZL: NFT Exhibition in South Beach, Miami w Diogo Snow Cover Feature
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SPENCER VOICES Everyone has a Voice, right?
It's a WHOLE New World (inc.)
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SUMMER STYLING TIPS
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DIVINE DECADENCE
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JARAGON
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DIRECTOR ANN SHIN
A.rtificial I.mmortality Documentary
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ON THE COVER
ALYSSA RUBINO: MUTUAL
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NFTS: ART & MONEY
DIOGO SNOW, Gun Metal Raw Silk Crocodile Jacquard Smoking Jacket with a formal white shirt, black mohair formal trousers, black satin self tie bow tie and a formal white pocket round by KING & BAY
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THE BROKEN CAGE GALLERY
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TRANSFORM EXHIBIT
With King & Bay
With Carmelita Blondet
But how many people have an applebox to stand on so they can speak to the world?! From celebrities to philanthropists, Spencer is that applebox! In this issue we feature Hannah Alper, Camden, Vasili Prangiko and Brittany Krystantos
With Juan Sebastian Aragon
Canadian Singer/Songwriter GDA Capital and Elitium With Eric McKinnon
Painting The Way Forward
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Creative Directors: Dan Walsh and Joseph Edward Schur Photographer: Jonathan Levy Stylists: Dev Ramsumair and Marcia Reid Make-up: Travisha Budder Shot on Location at King & Bay's Exclusive Lounge in Toronto, Canada
DreamDrive Vacations in beautiful Nova Scotia, Canada. Featuring curated tours for the luxury car enthusiast. 6
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Arts & Culture 69
A comedic film about that one single moment in time that changes you from who you were to who you'll be. By Stephen Wallis
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ALYSSA RUBINO Canadian Singer/Songwriter
Alyssa shares with us her experience as a Pop/ R&B recording artist, leading up to her current success. By Joseph Edward Schur
SUMMER STYLING TIPS FOR MEN With King & Bay
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NFT BAZL The Miami Event and the Story of NFTs
Featuring the "first-of-its-kind" NFT Exhibition in South Beach, Miami, Florida. By Will Bartlett
DIVINE DECADENCE ORIGINALS With Carmelita Pulgar-Vidal Blondet
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Celebrating 50 years in Yorkville. Featuring three generations of fashionistas. By Steve Pryce, with Dan Walsh
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ROSITA STONE Sharing Love to the World
The universal appeal of this brilliant artist. By Wanda L. Ryan
You'll appreciate the 11 styling tips that these fashion pros have to offer. By Hozefa Hararwala and Aaron Ignacio
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DEFINING MOMENTS The Feature Film
THE BROKEN CAGE GALLERY With Eric McKinnon
In the heart of Toronto's Entertainment District, gallery owner and curator Eric introduces us to several of his outstanding exhibitors. By Joseph Edward Schur
JARAGON Introducing Juan Sebastian Aragon
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The first and only International Trophy Footwear Design Maison. By Harlen Troost
TRANSFORM EXHIBIT Painting the Way Forward
Evilisa Natasha Genova's exciting exhibit, showcasing how mutually respectful and beneficial relationships with tribal nations across cultural and economic sectors benefit everyone. By Rose Marie Bresolin
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DIRECTOR ANN SHIN The Documentary A.rtificial Immortality
Exploring the possibility of transcending human mortality. By Steve Pryce
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ACTING & WRITING Painting With Words
Heidi shares with us her life-changing epiphany of painting with words. By Heidi von Palleske 8 w w w. s p e n c e r- m a g a z i n e . c o m
Analucia Beltran DIAMONDS
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SUMMER SPIRITS: SHAKEN OR STIRRED Summer Passes Quickly!
Canadian distilleries have been working hard to ensure that your bar cast is well stocked with spirits that translate your cold summer drinks into liquid deliciousness. By Blair Phillips and Davin De Kergommeaux
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VOYAGER STATION, 2027 The "Out-of-this-World" Travel Destination
If you're ready to venture into space, then you absolutely must make reservations right now, or at least read this exciting introduction to the opportunities ahead for space tourism. By Joseph Edward Schur
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DREAM DRIVE VACATIONS Zoom into Nova Scotia
Imagine tackling the winding roads in Canada's Ocean Playground in your Lotus, Ferrari, Lambo or Bentley. This luxury tour will fire you up! By Spencer Editorial Team
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EXPLORE IRELAND SERIES The Emerald Isle: Part I
Imagine being treated like royalty at one of Ireland's historic castles! By Harlen Troost
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BEHIND THE SCENES Exclusive Pictures of Spencer's Shoots!
From Diogo Snow to Divine Decadence and the Broken Cage Gallery, Spencer takes you behind the scenes. By Spencer Editorial Team
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Spencer Spotlight, Cannes: Sean Penn's "Flag Day" with Jadyn Rylee, NFT BAZL in Miami, Diogo Snow: It's a Whole New World, Spencer "Voices" with Hannah Alper, Camden, Vasili Prangiko, Brittany Krystantos
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