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GRETCHEN ANDREW M ASTERING M ANIFESTATION AND M ANIPULATIONS OF ART

THE ART OF MOVEMENT I SSUE JANUARY 2021 ISSUE # 042

Contents

COVER STORY: Dance Now Miami Put son the performance of the year!

Jan-Feb 2021

IN THIS ISSUE

12 14 COVER CREDI TS Subject / Allyn Ginns Ayers Costume/ Haydee Morales and Marica Morales Photographed by Sean Simpson

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Pop- UPphot ogr aphy Photography by Urszula Kaczor Pop- UPART Art Showcase by Stevenson Valentin ar t ist ic phot ogr aphy Solitude and Resilience by Mia DePaola Concept ual phot ogr aphy Beautiful Creatures by J.Seigar

FEATURED STORIES

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VISUALARTIST HIGHLIGHT Gretchen Andrew Makes Her Way to the Top by Laura Shirk VISUALARTIST HIGHLIGHT Well Rounded Artist Mario Loprete Makes His Mark From Italy

ARTISTIC FASHION

SPECIALTRIBUTETONYETAALLEN LEGACY Photographed by Karl M. Lee

COVER STORY

THEARTOFMOVEMENT DANCE NOW MIAMI Puts the performance of the year!

WHO'S WHO

GAALACOMESTOSOUTHFLORIDA An interview with Gaala's founders

Anabiosis 2020. Smit her eens Fashion Photography by Serg Garkus

WRITER'S CORNER

LOVEANDRELATIONSHIPS It's Not You, It's Me by Toni Douglas

sel f - l ov e DO NOT BE GENTLE by Yvonne Nobles

HOTTOPIC This is America by Victoria McCoy

FREE EXPRESSION

WORLDARTPHOTOGRAPHY "Black', "Waves", "Secret Lilia", "Dream", "In greenery", "Rays" by Joanna Senkowska Ballet Time by Alexandr Blagov World inside the Bubble by Kristina Basirova Art in yourself by Daria Dunic In a New York laundry by Anna Lutsenko Delicate Warrior by Shelley Andreff Urban portraits by Jamie Fry After party by Alisa Dolgushina

10 6 PLACESTOVISIT Aerial landscape view of Abuja Nigeria

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POP-UPPHOTOGRAPHY | Urszula Kaczo Dziewnannais a Slavic bigini. Strong and delicate at the same time. Guardian of forests, animals and nature. The collection of photos is Urszula's interpretation of Dziewanna in the atmosphere of "Alice in Wonderland" Photography by Urszula Kaczo

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Dziewnannais a Slavic bigini. Strong and delicate at the same time. Guardian of forests, animals and nature. The collection of photos is Urszula's interpretation of Dziewanna in the atmosphere of "Alice in Wonderland" Photography by Urszula Kaczo

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Conceptual Photography|

J. Seigar

Creative director and photographer: J. Seigar 1 2 3 No Hashtags Project: @123sinetiquetas 1 2 3 No Hashtags Directors: Sol and Kitty Models: Sol of Mas Que Una Talla and Kitty Von Freud

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Gretchen Andrew

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Visual Artist Highlight |

ANDREW Mastering Manifestation & Manipulation, Gretchen Andrew Makes Her Way to the Top

With a background in information systems, Gretchen Andrew uses information theory, search engine optimization, programming and metadata to simply put: manipulate the internet. As a search engine and internet imperialist artist, Gretchen examines our relationship with power, reshapes conversations about truth online and women in the art and tech worlds and injects mixed media vision boards into ?the developing brain of the internet?s artificial intelligence,? resulting in her work appearing as top search engine results online.

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Give it a try! Her latest search engine project, The Next American President, demonstrates how easy it is to manipulate the internet and provides a ?more nuanced critique of ?fake news? than any current political pundit.? Search ?the next American president? in Google I mages and you?ll see her work in-action and at the top of the page. Described as ?hacking? the 2020 presidential election, the project ? like the rest of her body of work ? envisions a future that is based on the manifestation of personal beliefs.

Utilizing feminine and trivialized materials in her approach to mixed media that clash with the male-dominated worlds of programming, artificial intelligence and political control in the digital age, Gretchen plays with gender and power dynamics in both a professional and personal sense. Presenting this dynamic in an ?absurd state,? she uses gems, flowers, love potions, butterflies and champagne bubbles among other materials, in a way that her female friends in business and finance cannot. Although recently wrapped up, a series of the artist?s vision boards were on view in her solo virtual exhibition, Future News, at the Monterey Museum of Art. Borrowing from the same ?tool kit? that generates fake news, the exhibition makes it obvious to the human mind (and eye) that the result is a form of art ? not a political act.

Best M FA, 20 20 , Poke stickers, bubbles, cookbook cutouts and charcoal on canvas, (48_ x 36_)

?[I think one of the most interesting parallels between art and technology is that they are both systems of meaning and value. There are rules or algorithms and by understanding the bounds and constraints you can create something new. I always say that I ?m not out to destroy either system. I need the systems to navigate and thrive in. I know that I ?m not what people think of when they think of a hacker, technology innovator or cyber troll. This used to be a disadvantage when I worked in tech. Now, it?s playful, absurd and sensational. Like the scene in The Matrix when Neo finds out that Trinity is a woman,]? shares Gretchen. Growing up believing in technology?s promise and potential, Gretchen attended Boston College and worked in Silicon Valley. As a student at the liberal arts institution, she learned how to take part in code review and design analysis and think of technology as a system of value that always requires organizational change. As a result of her environment, Gretchen was regularly tuned in and flipping between art, tech, religion, linguistics and economics courses. Maintaining that the desire for technology to be a tool of personal and professional transformation is still central to her work, Gretchen reveals that her overall experience in the tech industry was limited by the industry?s imagination, as well as her own. Engaged in constant misinterpretations of working relationships and professional interactions, she opted to avoid social functions and corporate events outside of the office ? and finally, escape the daily grind of the Valley. She states that one of the most overlooked issues in technology today is the long-standing concentration of monopoly power by Google, Facebook and Amazon, which is more than a threat to market value and consumer price.

Cover of Ar tfor um , 20 20 , Celebratory dishware, novelty champagne bottles, and charcoal on canvas (60_x48_)

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Artistic Fashion|

In the Loving Memory of Nyeta Allen

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LEG ACY

I N T H E L O V I N G M EM O RY O F N YETA A L L EN

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Artistic Fashion|

In the Loving Memory of Nyeta Allen

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The title ?L egacy? came up from conversations we've had. She would ask me "Do you think the world will say I gave enough?". And I would respond back with, "They may not think so until you are gone." Sometimes enough can never feel like enough until we stop breathing.

Her bravery, her knowing and understanding of time was amazing to watch. She resolved in her inner peace. "Happy's mission was to create her 3rd edition of her magazine. Unfortunately, and due to complications with other photographers and her work being scattered around, she wasn't able to accomplish this task.

We would go on to do several more shoots together. Each shoot would last for hours. beginning early morning and sometimes ending at 2 AM, Her creativity was never-ending, Even watching her struggling from cancer, She was resilient, its strange but her energy was through the roof. she would run circles around me making these awesome designs in the moment of inspiration.

Life is a process and we are born to die. I t's what we do during that lifetime that counts. Do we take life for granted or do we make it count with every breath?. Work hard create lasting bonds. Make impressions. Respect and honor. Love, laugh and live like its your last day all with the ones you love. Change the World and add you sprinkles of goodness. I ?ve learned a valuable lesson from this gifted Black Strong Woman and I 'm here to do my part and work my tail off for Happy Couture?s work to be seen.

Nov 6,2020 after being discharged from the hospital, Happy Couture met me in front of her studio. Still wearing bloodstained clothing, a hospital I .V. band on her arm and bandages still visible on her body. She was ready to create and make magic. This day was so amazing because she hopped on a sewing machine and did all the designs on the spot. She never complained or displayed any weaknesses. We arranged to shoot only 2 models but Happy changed that plan quickly. More and more models arrived as she invited them. I watched her race with intrigue and admiration dressing each and every model she invited to the photoshoot. She was a force to be reckoned with.

Dec 3,2020 "Happy Couture" took a spiritual Journey and her L egacy began. Displayed for all to view in magazines. Let us honor her L EGACY.. - Karl M. Lee

Nov 21,2020 was our last shoot date. She had been in the hospital awhile. As she was discharged home is where she went, the studio. I t was her comfort zone, a place where she could release her passion, and be free from pain and the thought of death. She refuse to just lay down and would reply "I will lay when it's my time to die". She worked and pushed beauty and creativity even more. At times contemplating death, She was unstoppable. She was still alert and working despite this obstacle. I f I mentioned an idea she began working right away. She was amazingly compassionate and focused. So inspirational and a testament of strength during times when many would just give up. I nstead she was the spark that pushed to get everything out of her team and models she trained, she got things done. She was much more then talent..She was THE TRUTH!

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Cover Story|

Dance Now Miami!

DANCE NOW MIAMI Puts up the per for mance of the YEAR!

Not many performances can capture the history and the sentiment of a people. "This Moment, Here" orchestrated by Hannah Baumgarten and Diego Salterini of Dance Now Miami put on the performance of the year. Capture the very essence of what 2020 was all about, they retraced important moments during that year that changed history. Certain moments made an impact such as "Long Distance Love" where the interpretation depicted most of us resulting in communicating via online video software. Some of us built relationships while others were struggling to keep theirs alive. There were 8 scenes but my favorite had to be "Breath", where the interpreted dance was done during the spoken words of Ruth K. Royal. A piece about the death of George Floyd and the injustices inflicted on the black community in the United States. I t had to take a pandemic for the world to come to a complete halt and pay attention. Granted pictures can't tell the real story but I believe that you will not be disappointed once you see the actual performance once it becomes available again to the public. We were delighted to have been present in the audience and can't wait to share with you any of their future endeavors.

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Photographed by Sean Simpson Dancers displayed: Joshua Rosado Anthony Velazquez Benicka J. Grant

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Cover Story|

Dance Now Miami!

?I t has eight movements and they reflect what we have gone through and what we are still going through this year. Some of the things have a little bit of perspective of time, but it is interesting to be writing about history or dancing about history while it's still happening?states Hannah Just to give you a taste of what is to come: -The prologue showcases when we're all at our daily lives and we received that alarm on our phone and we knew something was happening and we were going into lockdown. -The first movement is called 'Coping.' And it's how different people were coping differently with this lockdown environment. Some were baking, planting- ironically what Hannah and Diego were experiencing at the moment and the reaction to the news -The second movement is called 'The Kitchen Table,' and this has two aspects. This has the aspect of sort of a nod to I taly when the lockdown started in the north of the country when things were so bad and all students retreated back home, and as the world was trying to keep up, we were seeing these multi-generational homes become spreading grounds. Moreover, following the president elect?s message about empty kitchen tables. it was important to highlight how it affected so many families as COVI D was causing deaths around the world. -The third movement depicts two duets, 'Long Distance.' two couples communicating through their computer. One couple's journey leads to falling in love, and the other couple's journey leads to fighting and not tolerating the distance too well. -The fourth movement is called is 'The Debate.' starts out with the voices of our outgoing president and our incoming president at the debate, but just so you know, it's not the whole soundtrack, but you understand what it is, and what it's about... it's a very athletic piece.

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-The fifth movement dubbed 'The Cytokine Storm,' also explained as the autoimmune response of the body that causes death after COVI D. I t?s where the body starts to attack its own cells and tissues rather than just fighting off the virus consequently causing death. This dance will be very athletic portrayed by 3 men it will leave you in awe. -Then comes the ?Pause?and this is the sinew that connects the whole piece. I t's a solo dance to a poem written by an elderly white woman in California, and it's called 'Breath.' Emulating the protests after the death of George Floyd. Finishing off on a hopeful note bringing the dance full circle.

Photographed by Sean Simpson Dancers displayed: Allyn Ginns Ayers Anthony Velazquez Joshua Rosado

Photographed by Sean Simpson Dancers displayed: Joshua Rosado David Harris Matthew Heufner

This performance will definitely be mind blowing additionally with original music by I talian composer Federico Bonacossa. Remarkably the musicians had to record each piece individually to be edited at a studio by a sound technician due to COVI D. With dancers coming from Miami, California, Puerto Rico, Ohio and Pennsylvania, this performance will surely demonstrate the talent, the dedication and the gumption it takes to survive life...period.

Affairs; the Florida Council of Arts and Culture and the State of Florida. Conveniently watchable from the comfort of your home, it will be all worth it. Photographed by Sean Simpson Dancers displayed: Joshua Rosado David Harris Matthew Heufner

We would like to thank Hannah and Diego the founders of Dance NOW! Miami for allowing us to have a glimpse of what the world of dance looks like through their eyes. We can?twait for January 10th and wish all the dancers ?break a leg?! (Do they still say that?! LOL) Support for Dance NOW! Miami, and its performances,provided in part by the Department of State, Division of Cultural

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W ho's W ho|

Kelly de Gaalon and Alexander Zhalezka

FRENCH FASHI ON BRAND

G AALA LAUNCHES I N SOUTH FLORI DA

Founded by Kelly de Gaalon and Alexander Zhalezka

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The greatest asset of South Florida is certainly its diversity. Miami alone gives you the opportunity to experience food and fashion from all over the world. This December France is coming to town! Sustainable French Fashion Brand Ga창la launches in store at SHOWFI ELDS Miami FL. Discovering the premise behind the brand certainly left an impact on how we view the fashion world these days. Founded by husband and wife duo,Kelly de Gaalonand Alexander Zhalezka, Ga창la is the meeting of two worlds ? French inspired designs combined with the finest Belarusian craftsmanship. Ga창la focuses on creating pieces that transcend time and trends; beautiful and sustainably crafted styles for both professional and everyday wear that stays in style ? timeless dresses and jumpsuits that never need to be replaced. Comfortable and functional wear for the modern, sophisticated woman. The latest collection features Ga창la?s newly appointed Creative Director, Paola Cossentino. There is no better way to know a brand than to connect with the owners themselves. The following is a conversation with Kelly where she goes a little deeper in getting to know the story behind the brand.

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Serg Garkus

Photographer: Serg Garkus Clothes designer and stylist: Alosza Stylistka Projektantka MUA nad Hair: Ma?gorzata Stanuch Model: Anna Sierhieieva Wardrobe Credits: Blouse: Mango Shorts: River I sland Sandals: Tom Ford Glasses: HUGO

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ANABI OSI S 2020. Smithereens Anabiosis. For me this is the word that most accurately conveys the state of fashion, art and social life in 2020. We entered this year with high hopes and plans and stopped without taking a few steps? And in a world that collapsed, a little bit of beauty remained, sometimes in the form of a broken doll, beautiful clothes hidden at the bottom of the chest? sometimes in the form of memories or dreams.

All photos made in one day and one studio. We decided to use different styles, lighting and effects for each set to embrace the chaos of the world in which we?ve found in ourselves. I took courage to choose the photos that in my opinion tell the story in the best way. - Serg Garkus, Photographer

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E E R P FEX S

E ER N W E LOV E PO S I T I V E V I BES

FreeExpression|

World Art Photography

Photographer: Daria Dunich Makeup Artist: Darya Kravchenko Accessory Designer: Dunich Studio Model: Regina Vandysheva Wardrobe: Darya Dunich Style

ART I N YOURSELF

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Photographer: Daria Dunich Makeup Artist: Darya Kravchenko Accessory Designer: Dunich Studio Model: Regina Vandysheva Wardrobe: Darya Dunich Style

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