The Face of America Magazine 2017 - Vol.1 Issue 2

Biannual magazine published in New York City

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2017 Vol. 1 Issue 2

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MICHELANGELO “DIVINE DRAFTSMAN AND DESIGNER” EXHIBITION AT THE MET

GRAND JUNCTION, CO canyons, horses And majestic views

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THE FACE OF AMERICA MAGAZINE 2017 VOL.1 ISSUE 2 CONTENT SOPHIE CALLE

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Istanbul

MICHELANGELO

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The Met NYC

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NYC

CHARLELIE COUTURE

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NYC

PHILIPPE VANDENBERG

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NYC

FRIENDS WITH CIGARS

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Club Macanudo, NYC

BOTS AT THE MET

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NYC

ARLINGTON

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Virginia

GRAND JUNCTION

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Colorado

EMPIRE DINER

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GRAFFITI EARTH

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NETA

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ART

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The Face of America Magazine Voir la mer © 2017 Sophie Calle / Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York / ADAGP, Paris.

Courtesy of Sophie Calle and Paula Cooper Gallery, New York. Photo by Caroline Champetier.

SOPHIE CALLE VOIR LA MER CROSSING THE LINE FESTIVAL

Voir la mer © 2017 Sophie Calle / Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York / ADAGP, Paris.

Courtesy of Sophie Calle and Paula Cooper Gallery, New York. Photo by Caroline Champetier.

In Istanbul, a city surrounded by the sea, Sophie Calle met people who had never seen it. For Voir la mer, as Calle describes it, “I took them to the shore of the Black Sea. They came to the water’s edge, separately, eyes lowered, closed, or masked. I was behind them. I asked them to look out to the sea and then to turn back towards me to show me these eyes that had just seen it for the first time.”

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Voir la mer © 2017 Sophie Calle / Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York / ADAGP, Paris.

Courtesy of Sophie Calle and Paula Cooper Gallery, New York. Photo by Caroline Champetier.

Magnified on NYC Times Square’s electronic billboards, five of these intimate video portraits silently reveal their emotional response to this evocative experience.

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Voir la mer © 2017 Sophie Calle / Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York / ADAGP, Paris.

Courtesy of Sophie Calle and Paula Cooper Gallery, New York. Photo by Caroline Champetier.

Since the late 1970’s, Sophie Calle —“France’s foremost conceptual artist” (The New York Times)—has been making provocative and often controversial work that confronts issues in her personal life. She is well-known for her sleuth-like explorations of human relationships, which have led her to follow strangers, and find work as a hotel chambermaid.

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NOV. 3, 2017 - FEB. 12, 2018

The Face of America Magazine Michelangelo Buonarroti (Italian, Caprese 1475–1564 Rome)

Portrait of Andrea Quaratesi 1532 Drawing, black chalk; 16 3/16 x 11 1⁄2 in. (41.1 x 29.2 cm)

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MICHELANGELO DIVINE CRAFTSMAN THE METROPOLITAN MUSEUM OF ART

Michelangelo Buonarroti (1475– 1564), a towering genius in the history of Western art, will be the subject of a once-in-a-lifetime exhibition opening at The Metropolitan Museum of Art this fall.

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Michelangelo Buonarroti (Italian, Caprese 1475–1564 Rome)

Unfinished cartoon for a Madonna and Child 1525–30 Drawing, black and red chalk, white gouache, brush and brown wash

21 5/16 x 15 9/16 in. (54.1 x 39.6 cm) Casa Buonarroti, Florence

Michelangelo Buonarroti (Italian, Caprese 1475–1564 Rome)

Design for the Tomb of Pope Julius II della Rovere 1505–6 Pen and brown ink, brush and brown wash, over stylus ruling and leadpoint 20-1/16 x 12-9/16 in. (51 x 31.9 cm) The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Rogers Fund, 1962 62.93.1

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During his long life, Michelangelo was celebrated for the excellence of his disegno, the power of drawing and invention that provided the foundation for all the arts. For his mastery of drawing, design, sculpture, painting, and architecture, he was called Il Divino (“the divine one”) by his contemporaries.

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Additional support is provided by an anonymous donor, the Gail and Parker Gilbert Fund, the Diane W. and James E. Burke Fund, Dinah Seiver and Thomas E. Foster, Cathrin M. Stickney and Mark P. Gorenberg, Ann M. Spruill and Daniel H. Cantwell, and Mark Pigott KBE Family.

Exhibition location: The Met Fifth Avenue The Tisch Galleries Gallery 899, 2nd floor The Met Fifth Avenue 1000 Fifth Avenue New York, NY 10028 metmuseum.org

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Michelangelo Buonarroti (Italian, Caprese 1475–1564 Rome)

Archers Shooting at a Herm 1530–33 Drawing, red chalk; 8 5/8 x 12 11/16 in. (21.9 x 32.3 cm) ROYAL COLLECTION TRUST / © HER MAJESTY QUEEN ELIZABETH II 2017 www.royalcollection.org.uk

The exhibition is made possible by Morgan Stanley.

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THE WORLD OF EFDLT STUDIO

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Behind the lens there is a whole world. Real or imaginary.  It’s like you can touch it, feel it, a life quest, a purpose, a dream, whatever, you run for it.

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I like those moments where you almost reach it, and those pictures are the capture of the blurry moment between dream and fullness, hint of perfection, fleeting time, always slipping out of your hand.

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Cities are my favorite topics, madhouse of the soul where extremes meet, I can find, joy, peace, sadness, despair. Everything that makes me human and better photographer.

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New York City, world with greater opportunity, is the best place for a dream catcher. Slowly, I take my time to capture moments, moods or feeling.

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CHARLELIE COUTURE PAINTER OF URBAN LONELINESS

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CharlElie Couture is a total artist: Musician, Singer, Poet, and Painter.

We went to meet him in his New York City atelier, and took photographies of him and his paintings and drawings all over the place

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What we did not know is that we have been one of the very last persons to see his atelier. He decided to move all his paintings to France and the moving occurred just a few days after our visit.

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We watched on CharlElie Couture’s Facebook page the live feed of the moving and the empty space left behind.

The “Buy 0 Get 0” painting is one of the last paintings made there.

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PHILIPPELIFE THROUGH VANDENBERG LETTERS

Philippe Vandenberg No title ca. 2008 Pastel on paper 110 x 73.5 cm / 43 1/4 x 28 7/8 in © Estate Philippe Vandenberg Courtesy the Estate and Hauser & Wirth Photo: Joke Floreal

Philippe Vandenberg No title ca. 2009 Acrylic on paper © Estate Philippe Vandenberg Courtesy the Estate and Hauser & Wirth Photo: Joke Floreal

Philippe Vandenberg No title ca. 2008 Pastel on paper 109.7 x 76 cm / 43 1/4 x 29 7/8 in © Estate Philippe Vandenberg Courtesy the Estate and Hauser & Wirth Photo: Joke Floreal

Philippe Vandenberg No title ca. 2004 – 2008 Oil on canvas 80 x 60 x 2 cm / 31 1/2 x 23 5/8 x 3/4 in © Estate Philippe Vandenberg Courtesy the Estate and Hauser & Wirth Photo: Joke Floreal

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Waiting for a friend to visit the Metropolitan Museum with the Moral Code Chelsea Boots “Bolton Chelsea Wing”

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Bag “Birdie” by Jemma bags.

Suit: Sharpe Suiting

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BOOTS AT THE MET

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Carlos Santana is a legendary guitarist and musician.

We all know his natural class and elegance.

His new line of men’s shoes reflects these values.

These gorgeous “Luxury Collection” Chelsea boots are hand made using the Goodyear Welt construction.

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A portion the sales of Carlos Shoes for Men is donated to the Milagro Foundation, that supports underrepresented and vulnerable children and youth in the areas of arts, education and health.

For more information, please visit www.milagrofoundation.org.

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TRAVEL

ARLINGTON, VA UNEXPECTED FOODIE DESTINATION DIRECTOR OF PHOTOGRAPHY: EFDLT STUDIO FOOD EDITOR: CONSTANCE’S CUPCAKES

In the Amtrack, heading to Arlington, Virginia

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Warm welcome at the Renaissance Arlington Capital View Hotel.

Very conveniently located near Reagan National Airport and the US Capitol

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Nicely designed suites perfect for the business & leisure traveler.

Outstanding service and great attention to details.

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Meeting Executive Chef Devon Capili.

Chef Capili is a very talented & passionate Executive Chef.

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Generous and fresh food inspired by her travels all over the World.

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Simple. Beautiful.

We love the modern Spanish food of Chef JosÊ Andrès at Jaleo Restaurant

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Delicious Beignets from Bayou Bakery, a special recipe from New Orleans.

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Nicecream is an Arlington institution for Ice Cream: Frozen just in front of the customer for 90 seconds with liquid nitrogen, the result is a stunning visual experience and a delicious ice cream packed with authentic flavors.

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At the bar of the delicious restaurant Lebanese Taverna (Pentagon Row) with Cara O’Donnell, Public Relations Manager at Stay Arlington, our guide to Arlington’s best kept Foodie’s secrets.

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The events of September 11, 2001 are forever etched into the hearts and souls of the family members and loved ones of those who died, our nation, and the world. The United States experienced the worst incident of terrorism in its history; the coordinated hÄłacking of four commercial planes, the planned attack on symbolic targets, and the murder of innocent people were all tragic and shocking events. The extraordinary responses of individuals to the challenges they faced are inspiring and worthy of remembrance.

Visit Arlington’s National 9/11 Pentagon Memorial and never forget.

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Honoring our fallen heroes at Arlington National Cemetary

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PHOTOGRAPHY: BARBARA BOWMAN / COLORADO NATIONAL MONUMENT

“As a travel journalist, there are words we cannot use to describe a destination, such as “The most breathtaking view”, or the “The perfect destination”, as such superlatives are one-time use only words. But are we here to respect rules? Certainly not. Our experience at Grand Junction, Colorado has been truly amazing. This is one of the most beautiful city we have ever seen. Just breathtaking all along the way. So beautiful there is nothing more to add.

Just watch what we have seen.

And go there for your next holidays. Or pretend you have a business meeting in Grand Junction. Or just go now without any reason.”

-P.G.

The Bin 707 Foodbar has not only an intriguing name, it oers creative and ultra-fresh seasonal Colorado cuisine.

We loved eating and chatting with other customers at the bar.

Very nice and warm atmosphere to enjoy Grand Junction’s hospitality.

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Special thanks to Barbara Bowman, Director of Sales at the Grand Junction Visitors & Convention Bureau, a wonderful Ambassador for Grand Junction

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Starting the day with a healthy breakfast at Main Street CafÊ under Marylin Monroe’s portraits.

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Shooting cards in the open, surrounded by the wild, with the iconic revolver Colt Frontier .45 Cal. at the Cameo Shooting and Education Complex (Town of Palisade).

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OďŹƒcer Albert Romero, District Wildlife Manager at the Colorado Parks and Wildlife Dept. talks with us about regulations for recreational shooting on U.S. Public lands and explains why Cameo Shooting Complex will soon be a World class shooting facility.

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Arrival at High Lonesome Ranch, Town of De Beque, 41 miles from Grand Junction Regional Airport The Face of America Magazine

Evening pool session in the cabin’s huge living room/game room

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Meeting Summer Black-Greening, the gardener.

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Sky & Butterflies.

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Marian Cole, Dude Ranch Director at High Lonesome Ranch

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Introducing Max, very nice horse.

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(No descriptive text necessary for the absolute beauty of the environment)

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Feeling the road.

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Linda “Aunt Linda” Doden prepared a delicious breakfast for us. 76 years young Linda is truly the heart and soul of the ranch and has been working there since 1994.

“Recently, my Grandchildren went to New York. I asked them to go at Macy’s and bring me an embroidered handkerchief” she told us.

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Arriving at Gateway Canyons Resort after driving on the UnaweepTabeguache Scenic and Historic Byway (UTB). Yes, it is exactly what it seems to be: A luxury resort in the middle of the desert.

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Michael Gullotti, Helicopter Chief pilot.

Gateway Canyons has its own Eurocopter AStar B3, oering exceptional visibility and luxurious interior, for flights over the red rock canyons surrounding the property.

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At the Resort’s shooting range, trying an iconic Colt Model 1911 with Steve, an ex-military firearms instructor.

Steve is a wonderful instructor who gives a lot of confidence to new shooters, and teach them the basics of firearms safety at the range.

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Last night on the resort.

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Peeping through the window.

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Ready for a Hudson river ride in a Sea Ray SLX yacht with two Mercury Marine outboard motors

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Mercury Marine are state of the art, extremely smooth motors.

We could have a normal conversation at full speed.

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Boat: Sea Ray SLX Motors: Mercury Marine Suit: Sharpe Suiting Shirt: Stenstrรถms Pocket Square: Sebastian Cruz Couture

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FOOD

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American Nostalgia

Empire Diner

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You know when a restaurant is good when you perfectly remember the food several weeks after your meal. We vividly remember the delicious “New York Pastrami sandwich”. The Best Pastrami sandwich we ever had. Really finger licking delicious. Megayummy. Just go at Empire Diner for this sandwich.

(Also great other stuff, and excellent service).

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EMPIRE DINER 210 10th Ave. New York NY 10011

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Fusion Food at its Best

Graffiti Earth

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Graffiti Earth is a secret tiny restaurant. It’s just like a friend’s home.

Founder and Chef Jehangir Metha joyfully experiments Indian inspired fusion food.

A very intellectual cuisine inspired by multiple styles not always recognizable when the plate arrives.

But the result is mysterious, delicious & generous.

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GRAFFITI EARTH 130 Duane Street New York NY 10013 The Face of America Magazine

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Sophistication & Refinement

Neta

Extreme refinement.

Beautiful plating. Neta’s Omakase menu is a wonderful expression of Japanese cuisine’s purest form. Chef Sungchul Shim is an artist and a food poet.

We understand what he wants to tell us with his food. It’s precisely defined and flawlessly executed.

Very attentive service in an intimate environment perfect for a romantic dinner.

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NETA 61 W 8th St New York NY 10011

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Magic city views on top of the Bernic Hotel

Allora Alto

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On the rooftop of the Bernic hotel, Allora Alto oers the refined Italian cuisine from Allora Restaurant, NYC’s iconic Traditional Italian restaurant, with a very well curated selection of NYC inspired cocktails.

A perfect meeting place for friends or business associates.

We love the very convenient midtown location and the amazing view.

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ALLORA ALTO @THE BERNIC HOTEL 145 East 47th Street New York NY 10017

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