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Cheers! 10 Years of Celebrating Women

MACBETH STUDIO

CHRISTI ASHBY

122 For the last decade we have had the honor and privilege to share the stories of amazing local women. For this special issue we asked many of the ladies who have graced our covers to join us at a photo shoot. We spent the day at Macbeth Studio in downtown Orlando reminiscing, reconnecting and gathering life updates to share while photographer Jim Hobart snapped away.

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The Bold & The Beautiful Celebrate the season with bright baubles that will make a statement. Whether a gift for someone special or a present for yourself, these pieces from Be On Park, Bay Hill Jewelers, Okidanokh Goldcraft, Gianni Vincent Jewellers and David Yurman are sure to please.

on the cover: Christi Ashby and Kate Slentz

photographed by Jim Hobart, Macbeth Studio. Hair by Dale Dees and makeup by Marjorie Robinson. Story on page 110.

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10 THE LIST

People, places and things: Great little gifts for her; spring and summer fashions from Neiman Marcus at Runway for Giving; Women to Watch: Noelle Moore founds The Finley Project after the death of her infant daughter; the 8th annual Orlando Women’s Conference featured empowering sessions with inspiring speakers; Panera Bread franchise celebrates 20 years of good food and goodwill; an insider’s tour of the Cornell Fine Arts Museum at Rollins College; the Orlando Ballet dances outside the box with Contemporary Wonders.

42 BEAUTY, BODY & SPIRIT

Pretty products and accessories to give or keep; a former sun-worshipper shares her story of sun damage and Dr. Dimitry Palceski offers some sun safety tips; the Orlando Aesthetic Institute talks about what’s in for skin; Dr. Deborah Harding discusses what her mother taught her about maintaining healthy skin from within; Jennifer Dempsey’s heartache and joy as the mother of an ill child.

56 TASTES & EXPERIENCES

Tasty treats for your favorite foodies; Summer is coming so make the most of the season and these special offers from some of our area’s finest resorts including the Waldorf Astoria, Rosen Shingle Creek, The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Four Seasons Resort Orlando and Omni Orlando Resort.

64 HOME & DESIGN

Picture perfect frames to fit in any décor; Karen LeBlanc asks local designers about their local sources and resources, from art and antiques to custom woodwork and more.

72 AGENDA

Community and charity events: The 2018 Orlando Women’s Conference at Loews Sapphire Falls Resort; a Runway for Giving fashion luncheon for Morning Star School; A Pair To Remember supported Easterseals Florida; Orlando Ballet’s Lovers Ball; the Mennello Museum’s An Evening With Fabulous Friends; Seminole State College’s Dream Gala; Kids House Midnight Blue Gala; Go Red for Women awareness luncheon; Seniors First High Tea & Hats; and more.

128 GIVING BACK

Dr. Mary Palmer, president-elect, Orlando Philharmonic board of directors, writes about the impact of music on the community. .

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Christi, Kate and Wendy

for the people who have impacted and inspired what

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since the beginning concept. Rita, you

We love hearing your stories about where

never doubted me even during some rocky

and how you peruse each issue, whether

recession years. Cheers to you and thank

it’s over a Saturday morning cup of coffee

you for always bringing the vision to life.

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To our writers, columnists and photogra-

will continue to uphold our mission and

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commitment to you.

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also for our other projects — the Orlando

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A RUNWAY FOR GIVING The latest spring fashions were on full display during a special fashion presentation by Neiman Marcus Orlando at the 56th Annual Morning Star Catholic School Auxiliary Fashion Show and Luncheon held at the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts. Robert Roubideaux, director of public relations for Neiman Marcus, Tampa Bay and Orlando, shared his takes on the trends.

florals&flow Head-to-toe petals are the way to go to look and feel like a garden goddess. Flower power is back and better than ever.

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BLACK+WHITE Bold black is the perfect backdrop to a modern statement set against flirty floral prints.

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STRIKING STRIPES Stripes are not just nautical anymore. From vertical to horizontal, bold lines create a linear look that grabs attention.

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WOMEN TO WATCH

Noelle Moore: Finding and Fueling Hope

by Kate Slentz

Losing a child. It’s a mother’s worst nightmare. For Noelle Moore, it became a reality when complications from the delivery of her daughter, Finley, caused her to suffer brain damage and live for just 27 days. It has been almost five years since that tragedy. But this is not a story of loss, it is a story of hope and Noelle is a shining example of that.

ollowing

Finley’s

death,

house cleaned; they need food in their

you’re literally in survival mode.”

Noelle struggled to find re-

pantry,” she says. “When you come home,

Most therapeutic to Noelle was mas-

sources to help her deal with

your identity is gone. For me, I was no lon-

sage, so that became part of The Finley

her grief. She recognized

ger a daughter because my dad had just

Project’s program. “Massage was a huge

there was little to no support

died. I was no longer a mom. And then I

part of my healing — it was probably the

for mothers between leaving the hospital

was no longer a wife because my husband

only time I could really sleep,” she admits.

and adjusting to life back home. “I couldn’t

left. Our identities get stripped and then

The program also pays for 12 counseling

fathom that something so devasting had

there is no one to tell us how to function.”

sessions and then helps connect mothers

so little support in our community. And

Noelle tackled her grief head on. “I

with a support group or person. “It’s con-

that was what really saddened me when

went to counseling every week, if not

necting the mind and body and spirit so

Finley died. I was so desperate for help and

twice a week. I went to a support group

that they come out the best they can on the

I couldn’t find anything,” Noelle explains.

almost every week. I talked about her.

other side,” Noelle explains.

After a dark year focused on healing —

And whenever I would mention her name

While the organization has its strongest

she lost her father shortly before Finley’s

it honored the fact that she was alive and

presence in Central Florida, The Finley

birth and her husband left shortly after

my child,” she says.

Project is available in 17 states through 19

Finley’s death — Noelle established The

She applied her experiences to create a

hospitals. Noelle works with Florida Hos-

Finley Project in 2014. Since then, the non-

holistic approach to help grieving moth-

pital and Winnie Palmer Hospital on out-

profit has grown from the simple idea of

ers. The program begins with funeral

reach efforts as well as with a Pregnancy

helping grieving mothers find counseling

planning services because a lot of people

and Infant Loss Resource Network that

to a seven-step program designed to pro-

don’t know how to honor their child.

she helped establish to address issues and

vide a lifeline of support for mothers in the

“When I lost Finley, I didn’t care,” Noelle

concerns. She credits her board for raising

minutes, days and years after infant loss.

continues. “I didn’t care about my house; I

awareness and for being the backbone of

“What I realized is they’re not always

didn’t care about my body. The house

the organization.

ready for counseling right away. They just

cleaning was the next thing that I knew

“I know what we’re doing is helping and

need the basics covered. They need their

needed to be added. You just don’t care —

it’s providing hope, but it’s not a glamourous

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She will continue to fight for justice

talk about. It’s their worst nightmare. It’s

and hope when it comes to infant loss and

the reality they don’t want to ever have to

plans to start an additional business ven-

face. My objective is to really show that

ture in the fall that will educate consum-

we’re providing support and helping save

ers and the community on “Knowing

moms and families,” Noelle says.

Moore” about the world around them. “I

That objective will be showcased at the

do this because there’s 1 in 4 women that

5th Annual Celebration of Life Gala, pre-

experience miscarriage and loss before

sented by Kendrick Law Group, on Satur-

the age of 2, yet there’s silence. I will shout

day, July 21, at The Alfond Inn in Winter

from the rooftops that this is happening

Park. This year’s sold-out gala will include

and that we need help,” she says.

a silent auction, seated dinner with live

The future of The Finley Project is bright

music, and a VIP tour of the Alfond Col-

and so is Noelle’s. “I don’t want anyone to

lection of Contemporary Art. “The first

walk alone like I did. This is my commu-

gala was actually Finley’s celebration of

nity,” she says. “Years later, my life is

life. I committed to having a celebration of

restored. There is hope. I have an amazing

life for her every year. And then when I

man in my life and his three children. I

started The Finley Project I decided I was

believe we have a thriving organization. I

not only going to honor Finley, but I was

think mothers’ lives have been saved. I

going to honor the other children too,”

finally have peace again. I have days where

Noelle explains, who invites all the mothers

I don’t cry. I’m able to laugh again. I’m able

currently in the program to attend with a

to see things for the future.”

guest.

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Each year, The Finley Project is dedicated to the healing of grieving mothers after infant loss — from 22 months gestation up to 2 years old. The holistic program begins immediately following an infant’s death and continues for five years. It is designed to be completed in its entirety to ensure optimal help and eventual healing for a mother. To learn more, visit thefinleyproject.org.

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THE 8TH ANNUAL

ORLANDO WOMEN’S CONFERENCE STRENGTHENS SISTERHOOD IN WORK, LIFE, LEADERSHIP & PHILANTHROPY by Karen LeBlanc

Photos by Nancy Jo Brown, 106FOTO

A 600-member strong sisterhood emerged from the 8th Annual Orlando Women’s Conference whose collective energy intends to reverberate throughout Central Florida in the workplace and community. Orange Appeal magazine produces the annual conference, presented by Florida Hospital for Women, aimed at empowering and nurturing women leaders. The daylong event, held at Loews Sapphire Falls Resort, is a conversation-starter about timely issues including workplace rights, diversity and inclusion, leadership, philanthropy, entrepreneurial and career growth. Danya Shea’s opening session kicks off the day.

The Take Action session moderated by Jill S. Schwartz, managing partner of Jill

Christi Ashby welcomes guests to the conference.

again,” she says, referring to workplace perpetrators.

S. Schwartz & Associates, P.A., focused on

The Diversity and Inclusion breakout ses-

women’s rights in the workplace, includ-

sion moderated by Elisha Gonzalez Bon-

ing laws about sexual harassment, equal

newitz was well attended, not an empty

pay and maternity leave. She talked about

seat in the audience as panelist Vernice

how equal pay for men and women contin-

Atkins-Bradley, licensed general contrac-

ues to be problematic. “54 years after pas-

tor of Votum Construction, talked about

sage of the Equal Pay Act, women earn 79

the need for diversity in STEM careers

cents for every dollar men earn. Women

(science, technology, engineering and

Danya Shea, CEO and founder of Fervor-

with children suffer a mommy penalty and

math) and shared her struggles working

Works and co-author of the forthcoming

earn 3 percent less than women without

in a male-dominated industry. “Through

book, The Empathy Framework, opened

children. Fathers with children earn 15

perseverance and belief in yourself, make

the conference with a talk about organiza-

percent more because they are perceived

the case that you belong,” Vernice advised

tional empathy. Her new book, co-

as having to support a family,” she said.

the audience. Panelist Eva Loosier, distri-

authored with Byron Noel, outlines how to

She advised women to have dialog

bution engineering manager for Duke

establish an “empathy framework” in cor-

about pay issues and to know the stats on

Energy, talked about the importance of

porate culture that “unlocks the heart of

their employer’s pay scale. The panel also

the female perspective in the workplace.

your customer and wins more market

discussed maternity discrimination in the

share.” Shea shared her thoughts on how

workplace and the maternal bias that can

to rehumanize business and adopt this

happen when women return to work.

new marketing model, debunking the

“Pregnancy discrimination still happens

myth that empathy is an inherent trait

in the workplace,” says Jill, who recount-

rather than one that can be cultivated.

ed instances of women demoted after

Empathy, inclusion and empowerment

announcing their pregnancies to their

were overarching themes throughout the

employers. She pointed out there are both

day’s breakout sessions, tackling topics

economical and emotional damages avail-

such as generational collaboration, the

able to women who suffer harassment or

elusive quest for perfection, volunteerism

discrimination in the workplace. “If we

and career changes.

pinch pockets, they will be afraid to do it

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Attorney Jill S. Schwartz (center) was joined by panelists Andrea CoudrietBatchelor and Deloria Nelson Streete.

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WOMEN TO WATCH The nine morning breakout sessions were all enthusiastically attended. Vernice Atkins-Bradley discusses diversity in STEM careers.

“Women see the world differently and

you to bring forth,” Secily said. After her

changes that they know their strengths

manage differently,” says Eva, who talked

stroke, Secily lost her voice and her job

and tell people about them.

about her struggles initially trying to act

and at her lowest point in life, realized she

At lunch, Kimberly Bell, assistant vice

like “one of the boys” to fit in at work only

needed to make a difference in someone

president, Cardiovascular Institute at

to discover her strength as a woman made

else’s life. “When I gained my voice back, I

Florida Hospital, shared her top 10 tips for

her a company asset. “It’s okay to be femi-

decided to use it with intention,” she says.

a healthy heart, noting that “80 percent of

nine. You don’t have to be in the boys’ club.

Panelist Debbie Farah, CEO and found-

cardiovascular medical emergencies are

Women have something to offer that men

er of Bajalia International Group, advised

stress related.” Kimberly started off her

do not,” Eva adds. Panelist Kelcia Mazana,

those considering a career change to

pep talk with a deep breathing exercise,

engineer,

understand what they are willing to give

teaching the audience how to lower their

advised women to find a mentor in their

environmental

project

up and to consider so-called “lifestyle busi-

blood pressure in 10 breaths while “being

career to uplift and educate.

nesses” as extra income generators. “There

fully present, here and now,” and asked

In the breakout session Jumping Off

are seasons in your life when a lifestyle

the audience to text kind words to some-

and Making the Leap, panelists shared

business is the way to go,” says Debbie,

one important; the act of sending love

advice on starting a business or switching

who calls herself “a social entrepreneur”

makes us feel good. Kimberly recounted

careers. Secily Wilson, a media communi-

in search of problems to solve in society.

how she lost 110 pounds less than a year

cations professional, shared her story of

“All businesses will need a social mission

ago by believing in herself and challenged

reinvention after going through a divorce,

in the next 15 years or they will cease to

everyone in the audience to do something

then suffering a stroke. “Life happens and

exist.” Panelist Dr. Deborah Harding,

healthy for themselves.

you have to be resilient. When life makes

founder of the Harding Medical Institute,

Dr. Romie Mushtaq, a neurologist and

an unexpected turn, find what’s best in

recommended to those considering career

mindfulness teacher, then took the stage

Debbie Farah, Cathy Sterba, Dr. Deborah Harding and Secily Wilson give advice on changing careers.

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Kimberly Bell shares her story and how she stays motivated to be healthy.

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Dr. Romie Mushtaq explored the power and purpose of sisterhood in the luncheon keynote address.

laughing with her vivacious, bubbly per-

Wilson, president of Annetta Wilson Media

sonality as she shared 10 easy steps to styl-

Training and Success Coaching. Guests

ing a work wardrobe starting with the

included Dr. E. Ann McGee, president of

white button-down shirt, as a foundation

Seminole State College; Kay Rawlins, vice

piece. Melanie and several models demon-

president of community relations for

strated examples of how to create a profes-

Orlando City Soccer Club and president of

sional wardrobe, utilizing stores at The

the Orlando City Foundation; Barbara

Mall at Millenia, and shared some fashion

Poma, Pulse nightclub owner and execu-

trend insights, including the return of the

tive director of the ONEPulse Foundation;

power suit and the popularity of the color

and Christi Ashby, founder and publisher

lilac. Melanie expanded the audience’s

of Orange Appeal and Interior Appeal mag-

sartorial vocabulary with her suggestions

azines.

of wrap dresses, jumpers and high-waisted

Before the day ended, guests had a last

with her message of female empower-

pants, some of the latest looks finished off

chance to connect and converse at a spe-

ment, saying she “stands strong in her sti-

with a pop of color.

cial reception sponsored by Duke Energy

lettos” today because of her supportive

The 2018 Orlando Women’s Confer-

— appropriate as the energy was electric.

friends she calls a sisterhood. “We are the

ence is both a forum for important wom-

Last-minute shopping and business card

sum of the five people around us; closest to

en’s and community issues and a market-

exchanges took place before the 2018

us,” she revealed. She emphasized the

place where vendors share the latest

event concluded.

importance of cultivating a female support

products and services that enhance quality

Florida Hospital for Women, the event’s

network and asked audience members to

of life. Boutique-style shopping, health

presenting sponsor, gifted attendees with

practice female affirmation by saying to

and wellness information and spa experi-

coffee mugs imprinted with provocative

each other: “I see you. I hear you. I believe

ences were among the dozens of booths

words including: “Oh but my darling,

in you.” Dr. Mushtaq brings together brain

attendees perused between breakout ses-

what if you fly?” These words became the

science, integrative medicine and mind-

sions. Each left with a complimentary

conference rallying cry, encouraging wom-

fulness in her practice and international

goodie bag filled with product samples,

en to dig deep and stand strong in their

speaking career. “Meditate: there is some-

coupons and information including a $25

personal, professional and philanthropic

thing your mind needs to hear, and your

certificate to participating stores at The

endeavors.

heart needs to feel,” she said. She encour-

Mall at Millenia.

aged the audience to make one key mind shift “to choose fear or choose love.” Stylist Melanie Pace had the crowd

Programming wrapped with Orange

The 2019 Orlando Women’s Conference is

Appeal Live!, a special session in a talk-

scheduled for Thursday, April 18. For periodic

show format on stage, hosted by Annetta

updates, visit orlandowomensconference.com.

The Mall at Millenia and stylist Melanie Pace (center) shared 10 tips for creating a work wardrobe.

Presenting sponsor Florida Hospital for Women gave attendees inspirational coffee mugs.

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Orange Appeal Live! As the last session of the successful 2018

empowered us and pivotal moments that

Passion powers us. We all found our great-

Orlando Women’s Conference, I was hon-

shaped our lives. It turns out we had a lot

est successes and fulfillment through work

ored to participate with Ann McGee,

in common.

that truly moves us and inspires us. None

Barbara Poma and Kay Rawlins as Annetta Wilson asked us about experiences that

None of us are afraid of change. We all seem to thrive on new and different situations, positions and ideas. As we discussed

of us works just for the money, or status, or title. We enjoy what we pursue and measure our success by our own standards.

change, we all smiled and nodded that it

Sisters sustain us. We can’t have it all

was a good thing even when it’s scary or

without recharging and relaxing. Good

unknown.

girlfriends are the ones who lift us up,

All of us had experienced being marginalized. Yes, things are evolving for women — very slowly. We all had learned to navi-

soothe our stress, and let us exhale and laugh. We have all learned to let go of those who bring us tension and unease.

gate male-dominated industries and orga-

No is a complete sentence. Sometimes

nizations by being strategic and sacrificing

saying no is the best answer. It requires no

short-term wins for long-term gains.

explanation or hesitation. We are all givers and get asked a lot, but we know when to

Orange Appeal Live! host Annetta Wilson (center) with Christi Ashby, Dr. E. Ann McGee, Kay Rawlins and Barbara Poma

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say no (I may still be working on this a bit). – Christi Ashby

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Panera Bread Franchise Celebrates 20 Years of Good Food Goodwill

Owners, Covelli Family Limited Partnership: Kevin and Kerry Ricci; Annette and Gavin Ford

From its first location, on Fairbanks Avenue (near Rollins College), to becoming the largest franchisee of Panera, LLC, the Covelli Family Limited Partnership (CFLP) is celebrating 20 years in Central Florida with the opening of its 80th bakery café and a very generous donation.

The Covelli Family Limited Partnership was founded by Albert M. Covelli

ness in the community and we are honored

vice president, corporate partnerships. “Not

to be connected to such a generous company

only have they helped promote the concept

in 1998 and is operated by his daughter and

that truly cares and shows that commit-

of clean, healthy and convenient eating in

son-in-law, Annette and Gavin Ford, and

ment every day,” adds Betsey Bell, executive

our community, but they have also provided

grandson, Kevin Ricci. Annette, Gavin and

director of the Foundation for Foster Chil-

philanthropic support to Orlando Health

Kevin gathered at the brand new, stand-

dren. “None of this can be done without

through their Pink Ribbon Bagel and Val-

alone location near The Mall at Millenia for

the support from community leaders like

entine Heart Cookie cause-related mar-

a special ribbon cutting and celebration.

Panera Bread.” Since 2009, CFLP has

keting campaigns to benefit patients of

“We have a lot to celebrate and want to

donated $350,000 to the Foundation for

our cancer and cardiac services. Annette

show our sincere appreciation to our cus-

Foster Children, which serves foster youth

Ford, Orlando Health Foundation board

tomers for the past 20 years” says Kevin

in Orange, Seminole and Osceola counties.

member, has generously supported our life-

Ricci, owner of CFLP. “We have the most

In addition to giving back, Panera

saving mission for years and we remain

generous and loyal customers in the

Bread has made a commitment to being

industry and they are the reason for our

transparent and touts a 100% clean menu

The grand opening celebration symbol-

success.” With the help of Panera’s cus-

consisting of no artificial flavors, sweeten-

ized the growth of the company, their con-

tomers, CFLP has been able to donate

ers, preservatives or unnatural colors.

tinued commitment to giving, and an

$125 million over the past 20 years to local

“For 20 years Panera Bread has made a

unwavering appreciation for the many

nonprofit organizations through its Opera-

name for itself in Central Florida under

guests and employees who have made

tion Dough-Nation formalized giving pro-

the guidance and strong leadership of

Panera Bread what it is today. For more

gram consisting of Community Breadbox

both the Covelli and Ford families,” says

information about CFLP and their 20-year

cash collections, Day End Dough-Nations,

Janet Morrow, Orlando Health Foundation

milestone, visit paneraflorida.com.

grateful for this amazing partnership.”

in-kind donations, sponsorships and proceeds from cause-marketing campaigns. At the opening day celebration, CFLP presented a $200,000 check to the Foundation for Foster Children, a cause very near and dear to CFLP owner Annette. “Giving back to the community has always been the backbone of our organization” Annette shares. “We intend to keep this commitment to our local communities and continue supporting charities that better the lives of others.” “Since the very beginning, Panera has been a strong partner increasing our aware-

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CFLP owners Gavin and Annette Ford and Kevin and Kerry Ricci presenting a $200,000 check to Michelle Carlton, Foundation for Foster Children founding member and Foundation for Foster Children Executive Director Betsey Bell

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UP CLOSE & PERSONAL:

AN INSIDER’S TOUR OF THE CORNELL MUSEUM by Christi Ashby

There are many cultural gems in Central Florida that can be accessed through private and/or group tours enabling guests to glean interesting insider knowledge about the exhibits and collections. Recently Kay Gibbs, board member of the Cornell Fine Arts Museum at Rollins College, arranged for a group of women from the southwest side of Orlando to experience the museum, starting with an entertaining bus ride with Museum Director Ena Heller giving the ladies some background information on the museum and exhibit, Towards Impressionism: Landscape Painting from Corot to Monet.

Chairman of the Visitors Board Margery Pabst Steinmetz, Bruce A. Beal Director Ena Heller and Visitors Board Member Kay Gibbs

testament to Ena’s dedication

all about education and teaching, the

collection of impressionists, including

and focus, the Cornell was

exhibits offer exceptional insights.

works by Monet, Renoir and Pissarro.

one of only two U.S. institu-

“For me, the primary reason for having

As the tour concluded, guests were

tions to host the exhibit,

this exhibition was the entire evolution of

invited to see some of the works in the per-

from the collection at The

19th century landscape painting in France.

manent collection while enjoying tea ser-

Musée des Beaux Arts in Reims, that con-

It was such a pivotal moment in the history

vice and conversation. For many of the

cluded in April. As the group began the

of art. It shows that the impressionists did

women, it was a first-time visit to the Cor-

tour, Ena pointed out specific paintings

not happen in a vacuum and there was a

nell and there was much to discuss,

that were important or interesting in the

very clear progression with lots of different

including future trips back.

evolution and development of the impres-

influences and people that led to the revolu-

sionist movement.

tion we call Impressionism,” she says.

ABOUT THE CORNELL

Impressionist artists and paintings are

Ena explained that landscape paintings,

Set on the Rollins College campus over-

fairly well known but the movement’s real

a style that was initially controversial,

looking Lake Virginia, the Cornell Fine

roots were the core of the exhibit. Ena’s

were originally done inside studios and

Arts Museum has more than 5,500 works,

impressive knowledge and extensive com-

throughout the tour she showed the differ-

ranging from antiquity to contemporary,

mentary about the French landscape paint-

ences in light, perspective, scale and brush

and holds the only European Old Masters

ings, from the romantics to the School of

strokes that were gradually changing.

collection in the Orlando area, a sizable

Barbizon and the circle of Honfleur, brought

“The Barbizon painters were not really

American art collection, and the forward-

them to life and aided everyone in under-

given their due because the impressionists

looking Alfond Collection of Contemporary

standing the history. Since the museum is

who came right after were enormously

Art, shown both at the museum and at

successful. The true cradle of Impression-

The Alfond Inn, a few blocks from campus.

ism was the coast of Normandy. Some of

Educational programs, offered free of

the painters who were in the earlier

charge, include gallery talks (both at the

schools ended up on the coast where the

museum and at The Alfond Inn), lectures,

next significant change in the style of

panel discussions, films, as well as hands-

painting occurred,” Ena explained.

on art activities, special tours and scaven-

The exhibition included 45 works in

ger hunts for younger visitors.

total, by several School of Barbizon paint-

Eugène Boudin, French 1824-1898, Berck: Departure of the Boats, oil on canvas, 1890 36

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ers active after 1830 and by the small art-

Cornell Fine Arts Museum

ists’ circle founded by Eugène Boudin in

1000 Holt Ave., #2765

Honfleur around 1850, to which Courbet,

Winter Park 32789

Isabey and Jongkind belonged. It also

407-646-2526

included paintings from the museum’s

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Happy Hour Tours at The Alfond Inn occur the first Wednesday of each month at 5:30pm. You can join a museum staff member for a guided tour of selections from the Alfond Collection of Contemporary Art on view at the inn in Winter Park. Meet in the lobby for the tour, which lasts about 45 minutes, then enjoy happy hour in the lounge area of Hamilton’s Kitchen.

| PERSONAL TOURS

Many other local museums offer tours to individuals and groups as well. Some are private when the museum is closed to the public and others are during regular operating hours.

Mennello Museum of American Art

900 E. Princeton St., Orlando 32803 407-246-4278 | mennellomuseum.org Contact Katherine Page-Navarro, associate curator of education, at ext. 4861 or kpagemennello@gmail.com.

Orlando Museum of Art

2416 N. Mills Ave., Orlando 32803 407-896-4231 | omart.org Reservations are required with a deposit, 10 business days in advance, for docentguided gallery tours. Docent-guided tours are scheduled upon availability, Tuesday – Friday, 10am – 3pm, and Saturday and Sunday, 12pm – 3pm. For more information, visit omart.org/education/class/docent_ guided_group_tours/

The Albin Polasek Museum & Sculpture Gardens

633 Osceola Ave., Winter Park 32789 407-647-6294 Information and registration is available at polasek.org/visit/groups/

The Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art

445 N. Park Ave., Winter Park 32789 407-645-5311 Docent-led tours can be arranged for groups of 10 or more, Tuesday through Sunday, during regular museum hours. Reservations are required at least two weeks in advance. 38

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dancing outside of the box:

CONTEMPORARY WONDERS

by Christi Ashby

a production that brings the world of dance

THE ORLANDO BALLET HAS HAD GREAT SUCCESS PRESENTING THE CLASSICS — The Nutcracker, Swan Lake,

to the Orlando Ballet, and also showcases the creative talent of three homegrown artists.”

Romeo & Juliet. But Artistic Director Robert

“Contemporary Wonders is a unique

Hill has always strived to bring more to

production, including works by many tal-

audiences, particularly through original

ented artists,” Robert Hill adds. “It’s been

works, new adaptations or special collabo-

a pleasure collaborating with Sisaundra

rations. Contemporary Wonders is a production

Lewis to create a touching piece, Love Is.

Sisaundra Lewis

I’m also excited that Central Florida will

with three bold premieres, at the Dr. Phil-

have the opportunity to enjoy choreography

lips Center for the Performing Arts, May

by the extraordinary Jessica Lang, and

Lands and People, and the world premieres of Arcadian Broad’s Mad Hatter’s Wonderland and Love Is, a special collaboration between Artistic Director Robert Hill and

“This is a very unique collaboration

renowned vocalist and The Voice star

because the dancers are performing with

Sisaundra Lewis.

a live band. It’s really amazing as we are

After interviewing and photographing

bringing jazz, R&B, pop, gospel and Broad-

Sisaundra — fresh off The Voice — in 2014

way music to the ballet. Robert and I chose

for a cover story, I immediately thought of

the music together and then we narrowed

Robert Hill and a possible partnership. A

it down to 30 minutes from about 30 songs.

short time later I was able to introduce

I am actually performing on stage and I

them, and I am absolutely thrilled to see it

am going to dance a little bit as well. I am

come to fruition.

excited to learn more about ballet and

our very own Artist in Residence Arcadian Broad. Arcadian is such a rare talent, and OSTINO

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premiere of Jessica Lang’s From Foreign

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4-6. The repertoire includes the company

joining in with them in the movement,” Sisaundra shares. Making the creation of new works by Hill, Lewis and Broad possible, Krista (an accomplished dancer) and Jonathan (a

Arcadian Broad as Mad Hatter

private investor) Ledden, both Orlando Ballet board members, donated $100,000

will both compose and choreograph Mad

to sponsor Contemporary Wonders. It is the

Hatter’s Wonderland. It’s going to be a phe-

single largest performance underwriting

nomenal production.”

Kate-Lynn Robichaux

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made by individuals in the history of Orlando Ballet.

Performances are scheduled for Friday, May 4 at 8 pm; Saturday, May 5 at 8 pm;

“While we will always love the classics,

and Sunday, May 6 at 2pm. Tickets for

new and inventive works inspire audiences,

Contemporary Wonders start at just $19

introduce more contemporary music and

and can be purchased by visiting drphil-

themes, and challenge our dancers as art-

lipscenter.org or by calling the box office

ists,” Jonathan says. “We’re proud to support

at 844-513-2014.

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Saved from Skin Cancer:

Be Proactive About Your Skin! by Kate Slentz

A FORMER SELF-PROCLAIMED SUN WORSHIPPER, NURSE AND CERTIFIED PERSONAL TRAINER CAROL POSADA HAS LEARNED HER LESSON. “I was a runner for almost 20 years and

has had other suspicious spots removed.

some tips from Dr. Palceski to protect our

wore exercise tank tops and sports bras

“They were always around lines where

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people don’t realize their skin is exposed.

“One day I was looking through the side of

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Wear sunscreen — Use sunscreen

my exercise top and noticed an unusual

says. Now, she always wears sunscreen,

daily with at least SPF 15 and both UVA

black spot on my skin.”

even on cloudy days, and does her best to

and UVB protection to reduce your risk of

avoid sun exposure.

skin cancer by 50%.

A Winter Park resident, Carol has been a patient of board-certified dermatologist

“It could have been a lot worse,” she

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Carol is just one of an estimated 178,560

and a wide-brimmed hat.

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WHAT’S IN FOR SKIN IN 2018? by Libby Berry, Orlando Aesthetic Institute Photos by Kristen Hechler

A personalized, multimodal approach to achieving healthy looking skin is on trend in 2018. Patients are seeking out skincare experts who can help curate products and treatments tailored to specific needs and outcomes. Getting back to the basics helps reduce the clutter of jars and bottles lining the vanity and eliminates the guesswork for clients desiring a change.

rlando Aesthetic Institute’s

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HEALTHY SKIN from the INSIDE OUT:

What my mother taught me throughout the years by Deborah Harding, MD, and Victor Harding, MD, Harding Medical Institute

As we move into the summer season, it is an excellent time to consider how to best preserve the beauty of our skin, particularly on the face. I have always been impressed by the wonderful skin of my almost 100-year-old mother. Many people marvel that she still has the face of a much younger woman. She has a saying: “Keep your face looking like you are 23 and you are much more likely to feel like you are 23.”

There is psychological data that demonstrates that people who are happy with their appearance are happier, healthier, more

Dr. Harding with her 98-year-old mother, Elizabeth

Don’t forget to combat aging from the inside as well with the use of antioxidants. Free radicals are formed from exposure to

active and less likely to suffer from depres-

sun radiation or other things such as

sion. Over the years my mother has taught

smoking, pollution and chemicals that

me many tricks to help preserve the youth-

damage our DNA. Our bodies defend, pro-

ful qualities of the skin, which I want to

tect and repair our DNA from this type of

share with you — along with my anti-aging

damage with the help of antioxidants,

tricks. We are not just talking about fancy

which scoop up the free radicals before

creams and lotions but being healthy from

they can attack our precious DNA. They

the inside out. Because, if you are healthy

are found in brightly colored fruits and

on the inside it will reflect on the outside.

vegetables. Also supplements that contain

The science of facial skin is actually

antioxidants, such as vitamin C, vitamin

quite complex. We are learning more and

because it is usually cumulative. When the

A and vitamin E, are good additions to any

more every day about how to preserve our

DNA of the cells is damaged, the blueprint

diet. You can also purchase topical vita-

youthful appearance. Our faces allow us to

of a healthy skin cell is lost, preventing

min C and apply it directly to the skin to

convey our emotions to other people with

healthy cell division. Sunburns, especially

help repair and protect.

smiles, frowns and other movements. Think

severe ones, can lead to severe DNA dam-

Do you need another reason to dump

how much we can “say” with a pucker of

age that can cause all sorts of issues, such

the cigarettes and limit sugar? People who

the lips or slight movements of our eyelids,

as skin cancers, irregular age spots, dam-

smoke seem like they almost always have

nose or lips. We have many tiny and large

age to disulfide bonds leading to skin dry-

the facial skin of much older people.

muscles that control these movements.

ing, excess wrinkles, and skin scarring.

Smoking cigarettes can lead to the break-

The skin on the face has evolved to be

Also, collagen begins to decrease because of

down of those disulfide bonds, as well as

thinner than on other parts of the body.

slowed-down cell division. Eventually the

damage DNA by producing excessive free

Youthful skin is attached by very fragile

skin starts to sag and droop, and it gets an

radicals which overwhelm our protective

disulfide bonds and other connective tis-

aged appearance. Sunscreen and daily use

antioxidant systems. Too much sugar,

sue. In young people, glands hidden below

of moisturizing cream may help, but sun

especially when it leads to diabetes, also

thousands of pores secrete oils, and stem

avoidance is always best. An easy trick my

causes rapid aging of the skin.

cells secrete anti-aging proteins and other

mother almost always used was her big

When we look at the skin we normally

factors that help to moisturize and heal

hat. A good habit to start early is to never

find the lines of aging underneath the

damage to the skin. Unfortunately, as we

leave the house without at least an SPF of

muscles we use the most, especially on top

age, particularly when we abuse our faces,

30 on your face. Pick products such as mois-

of the forehead, between or around the

our bodies struggle to repair the damage.

turizers or makeup foundations that already

eyes, and near the lips. If the lines are only

Probably the biggest risk to the skin is

contain SPF 30. Prescription Retin-A is

seen with muscle movement, that is a

over-exposure to the sun. Ionizing solar

another product that protects the skin by

good thing. It means that the wrinkles

radiation is a huge problem, particularly

maintaining collagen.

have not become permanent and visible at

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beautybody&spirit rest — what doctors call “etched in.” Once

monal replacement therapy in postmen-

sun and remember to add sunscreen as

this happens, wrinkles are harder and

opausal women and in testosterone-defi-

well. Take good care of yourself. Don’t

sometimes impossible to remove. Frown

cient men also is usually of great benefit.

smoke and avoid excess sugar. Get enough

lines can become very pronounced with

People who have been on hormones for a

sleep and try not to stress.

deep furrows forming from too much frown-

few years almost always look more youth-

As difficult as it may sound, it’s really

ing. Simple advice: don’t frown; be happy.

ful than those who haven’t. There are now

not that hard to get started on an easy-to-

Stem cells are found in large numbers

creams that contain topical estrogen that

follow skincare regimen, especially if you

in our skin. These special cells emit vari-

can really make a difference in the skin,

are using pharmaceutical products with

ous growth and healing factors which

especially in postmenopausal women who

proven results. Instead of paying for the

help rejuvenate damaged or inflamed

are no longer producing the three estrogen

“model on the bottle,” meet with your skin

skin. Stem cell creams are the newest

hormones. In addition, vitamins and sup-

care doctor and start a program that is pre-

arsenal in our makeup bag. In the past

plements, particularly omega-3 fish oils,

scribed just for your skin type. This is how

they were very expensive, but now they

are quite helpful. Even poor sleep plays a

you can reap the benefits and get great

are much more affordable. We now carry a

major role in prematurely aging skin

results. Every time I see my mother I am

very popular cream that contains stem

because many healthful hormones are

reinvigorated to keep up my own routine.

cell factors. I use it, and it has made a very

released during good sleep.

impressive difference.

So why does my mother’s face keep

Dr. Deborah Harding is board certified in

Another important factor is hormonal

looking so good? Simply put, she has spent

internal, sleep disorder and anti-aging

balance for both women and men. Healthy,

a lifetime following her own advice. Stay

medicine. The Harding Medical Institute

sustained levels of thyroid are important

out of the sun when you can. Use an

is located in MetroWest. Learn more at

for proper skin hydration. Bioidentical hor-

umbrella or big hat when you are in the

hardingmedicalinstitute.com.

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beautybody&spirit INSPIRATIONAL WOMEN – A FLORIDA HOSPITAL FOR WOMEN SERIES

Jennifer Dempsey: A Mother’s Heartache and Joy Imagine the unthinkable, the most horrific thing that could happen to a mother. Then multiply it by two. That’s what Jennifer Dempsey faced when in a matter of months her baby daughter was diagnosed with a serious illness and one of her sons was killed in a tragic accident. “Jocelyn is my fifth child. My hus-

her with epilepsy, but because of the dis-

surgeries, accommodating for brain shift.

band and I had a kind of yours, mine and

ease her seizures would not respond well

It created a navigation map for the neuro-

ours situation. I had four boys and he had

to medication,” Jennifer says.

surgeon to be able to go in and remove this

a daughter. Jocelyn was ours together,”

Jocelyn was already developmentally

tiny, tiny piece of tissue. Once they did

Jennifer says. All the children were neu-

delayed. At one year she could not crawl or

that, Jocelyn has been seizure free,” she

ro-typical so even though she was over 40,

talk. All the experts agreed that the best

explains.

they were not really concerned about the

treatment for Jocelyn was a hemispher-

That was five years ago. Jocelyn is not

pregnancy, yet Jennifer did get all the

ectomy — the removal of the left half of

on any medication and is walking, talking,

tests recommended for her age.

her brain in a very invasive procedure.

learning to read and playing baseball. Jen-

“Everything looked good all through

“We had done our research as well and

the pregnancy, so we weren’t expecting

this seemed like the best option. We sched-

anything unusual. But in the first year of

uled the surgery and it did not work. They

During the arduous period, Jennifer

her life she was having episodes and we

took out the left side and she was still seiz-

and her family also dealt with another

weren’t always sure what they were — she

ing, so they concluded that a little bit of tis-

devastating situation. “My 14-year-old son

would just do weird things that could have

sue was still there. After that next brain

was killed in an accident in November

been seizures,” she explains. At one point

surgery, she was still seizing, but then

2011 when Jocelyn was only six months

they took Jocelyn to the hospital and after

seemed to be doing better. About six

old. Her first hemispherectomy was on his

some testing were sent back home with no

months later, she started having episodes

birthday in the same hospital where he

definitive answers.

again,” Jennifer says.

was born. As a bereaved mom, your sur-

nifer says she’s also hilarious, obnoxious at times, and a princess.

When she was a year old she had

After more trips to the hospital and

viving children can be the thing that gets

another episode and her lips turned blue.

even more testing, nothing seemed to

you out of bed. They need you, and she

She was taken back to the hospital and

work. However, with the cooperation of all

really, really needed me in a very intense

eventually diagnosed with a non-genetic,

her Florida Hospital medical team on the

way. I had to put all that grieving to the

non-congenital condition called hemi-

complex case, the distraught parents were

side. It was a really bad year,” she explains.

megalencephaly, where the left side of

able to get second and third opinions from

Jennifer still keeps in touch with Joce-

Jocelyn’s brain was much larger than the

doctors outside Central Florida. “Jocelyn’s

lyn’s doctors and medical team. Once a year

right, and it was also malformed. It had

doctor sought out one of his colleagues in

they have a little celebration in appreciation.

too many neurons that were generating a

another state. In the end, everyone agreed

“We are astounded at the level of care we

lot of extra electrical activity which was

that there was one piece of damaged tis-

got here locally, and it was wonderful to

causing the seizures. “They put her on

sue near the thalamus, which controls

not have to travel for treatment,” she adds.

anti-seizure meds, but pretty quickly she

everything in the body. They have a won-

Jennifer has been so inspired by her

went from having a couple of seizures a

derful MRI at Florida Hospital that used

daughter that she is a first-year special

day to about eight a day. So, they diagnosed

overlays of her brain before and after the

education teacher.

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tastes&experiences SUMMER IS COMING… MAKE THE MOST OF THE SEASON AND THESE SPECIAL OFFERS FROM SOME OF OUR AREA’S FINEST RESORTS.

SUMMER STAYCATIONS

FOUR SEASONS RESORT ORLANDO AT WALT DISNEY WORLD RESORT Back by popular demand, Four Seasons will offer its Florida resident pricing from May 6 – June 17 and August 12 – September 30. The Florida resident rate starts at $349 per night for a Four Seasons Guestroom, which can sleep three adults, or two adults and two children, and includes complimentary valet parking for one vehicle. A highlight of Four Seasons Resort Orlando is the five-acre “Explorer Island” water park, including a winding lazy river complete with a rapids section, two water slides, an interactive splash zone with water cannons, and much more. Plus, the complimentary Kids For All Seasons program offers organized activities for children ages 4-12. Adults will enjoy the adult-only pool, The Spa at Four Seasons, and 18-hole Tom Fazio-designed Tranquilo Golf Club, with a recently unveiled $2.5 million renovation to its golf practice facility. Dive-in movies are offered every Saturday night at the family pool, and many other activities from fitness classes to nature tours are presented complimentary. The Florida resident offer is available exclusively by telephone reservation at 800-267-3046.

OMNI ORLANDO RESORT AT CHAMPIONSGATE Experience Orlando’s first resort wave pool, 23 private cabanas and kids’ interactive pool with slides at the Omni Orlando Resort. Also, the new Sunset Lodge and Suites is now available and features up to 23 four-bedroom units, ideal for groups, girlfriend and golf getaways, and multi-generational family vacations. Other resort features include championship golf courses, signature spa and 10 on-site restaurants. Enjoy 20% savings with the Florida resident rate with promo code: RESIDE. In addition, May 25 kicks off Omni Orlando Resort’s “101 Days of Summer Fun,” which takes place through Labor Day, September 3, and includes special activities such as weekend splash parties, kayak fishing, dive-in movies, cooking demonstrations and tastThe wave pool at Omni Orlando Resort

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ings, teen spa afternoons, golf clinics, fireworks and more. Book your stay online at omnihotels.com/orlando or call 800-843-6664.

WALDORF ASTORIA ORLANDO AND HILTON ORLANDO BONNET CREEK Weekends through September 3, the Waldorf Astoria Orlando presents Enchanted Evenings with a schedule of family friendly activities and dining experiences from dawn to dusk and throughout the evenings. Daily poolside activities, scavenger hunts, RC car races, fireside s’mores, weird science ice cream, golf clinics, spa happy hour, poolside yoga, and special culinary experiences, such as building your own cocktail poolside and the decadent Bar Du Chocolat, are just some of the activities planned to enhance guests’ summer vacation experience. Meanwhile, just next door, Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek will host its own activities as part of SummerBlast! Every Saturday the SummerBlast! Pool Party will provide an afternoon filled with the summer’s hottest hits, Orlando-inspired games, live enterAbove: Aerial view of the pools at the Waldorf Astoria Orlando; right: the pool at Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek.

tainment and special prizes. Girls and boys can also enjoy the unique experience of becoming a mermaid at Mermaid Academy. In addition, guests of the Waldorf or Hilton receive a $50 resort credit per night of their stay to use toward dining, golf or spa experiences. Learn more at waldorfastoriaorlando.com/enchanted-evenings/ or hiltonbonnetcreek.com/activities/summer-blast.

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tastes&experiences THE RITZ-CARLTON ORLANDO, GRANDE LAKES With rates from $159 a night, The Ritz-Carlton Orlando’s “Getaway Essentials” package includes savings of up to 20%, plus a $25 daily resort credit, valid May – September. Enjoy all the resort has to offer on 500 lush, tropical acres, from kayak eco-tours and safaris to the just-launched mountain bike trail and fishing excursions. Throughout the resort, young guests will also discover many facilities designed with them in mind. The grandest of all is the JW Marriott 24,000-square-foot, winding lazy river pool. Outdoor play areas and dive-in movie pool parties are also available at both hotels, and families can enjoy bocce ball, play sand volleyball, and ride around the expansive resort on surrey bicycles. The Ritz Kids program offers a variety of supervised physical and creative activities designed for children ages 4-12. While the kids are preoccupied, adults can enjoy the 40,000 square foot spa with 4,000-square-foot outdoor heated lap pool and healing waters or a round of golf on the Greg Normandesigned 18-hole championship golf course with optional Caddie Concierge Program. With much more to see and do, learn more or reserve your stay at ritz-carltonorlando.com.

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tastes&experiences ROSEN SHINGLE CREEK ORLANDO Rosen Shingle Creek offers several packages to satisfy just about everyone. Relax and rejuvenate with the “I Love Rosen” package. Treat yourself and enjoy a 25% discount on accommodations, select restaurants, spa services and tee times at Shingle Creek Golf Club. If golf is your thing, consider the “Stay and Play” package which includes deluxe accommodations, two rounds of golf at the redesigned Arnold Palmer Design Company golf course, Shingle Creek Golf Club, and discounted rates at Brad Brewer Golf Academy (add one-hour lesson for $108, plus tax). Expectant parents (or just tired parents!) can relax and refresh with the “Babymoon Package” that features upgraded accommodations; VIP Lounge access offering continental breakfast and The Spa at Shingle Creek

evening appetizers and desserts; two spa treatments and two pedicures at The Spa at Shingle Creek; a romantic dinner for two at A Land Remembered or Cala Bella; complimentary use of the spa facilities throughout the stay; and a $50 certificate to be used toward a future overnight stay — a romantic getaway post-baby perhaps? For more information on these packages and others, visit rosenshinglecreek.com.

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home&design picture perfect Clockwise from top: Pink and white geometric frame, $24, Anthropologie, The Mall at Millenia; Tozai Home Bryn bamboo/ lacquer frame in light blue, $55, Collage Home, College Park; Olivia Riegel Giselle frame with Swarovski crystals, $416, Collage Home; Brighton Alcazar Heart frame, $68, Walk On Water, Lake Mary and Winter Park Village; Ceramic dish, $12, Anthropologie.

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LOCAL DESIGN FINDS:

Central Florida Interior Designers Share Homegrown Sources for Decor by Karen LeBlanc

The latest looks in living spaces are highly curated to express personal style in a process akin to a scavenger hunt for interior designers hired to source unique art, accessories and furniture that speak a unique design language. Trade shows and online sites are standard sources for the design professionals but for those one-of-a-kind finds, many interior designers shop local, working with artists, craftspeople, galleries and showrooms.

“

a rich mix of new and custom-

INTERIOR DESIGNER SHOWROOMS:

made furniture accentuated

Many local interior design studios feature

by a vintage or antique piece

showrooms for clients to peruse fabric,

oday’s designs often include

or two. To borrow a well-

color and material samples and furniture

known phrase, I find that clients love hav-

available for purchase through design pro-

ing ‘something old and something new,’”

fessionals. Others bring their design finds

explains interior designer Eric Horner,

direct to consumers through retail stores

owner of Eric Horner Interiors Inc.

such as Collage Home in College Park.

Atomic Junkies Midcentury Modern Gallery

From art and accessories to fabric and

Owned by interior designer Grant

furnishings, Central Florida’s retail scene

Gribble, FASID, IIDA, president of Grib-

and trade showrooms offer a treasure trove

ble Interior Group, and his partner Jack

of design finds for the home. We asked

Hanson, the home accessories store sells

several successful interior designers to

online as well. “Interior design tends to be

share their trade secrets for sourcing

a full-time 24/7 job. If you are awake and

décor elements locally and culled together

the eye can see it, you are bound to see the

a list of top shops for design finds.

next must-have for someone,” notes Grant,

trade showrooms and express design ser-

a second-generation interior designer whose

vices with hourly and fee structures for

mother, Alice Gribble, founded Gribble

clients with smaller projects. “C L HOME

Interior Group. “I am very lucky that I

is geared to address those needing the

have a long-standing relationship with

expertise of an experienced interior

some of my to-the-trade workrooms for

designer without entering into a long-

upholstery and window treatments and

term designer-client relationship,” says

installers for wall coverings and floor cov-

Jose, who represents thousands of lines of

erings, some for close to 30 years.”

furnishings, fabrics and wall coverings in

Collage Home

Interior designer Eric Horner maintains a full design library in his studio that treatments and furnishings. “No small

VINTAGE FINDS & ANTIQUES:

effort is placed on selecting and maintain-

First dibs may be the online behemoth for

ing the resources of our library as it is the

designer vintage finds and antiques but

foundational backbone of our design work,”

there is nothing like a brick-and-mortar

he says.

store to see, touch and appreciate the scale

includes fabrics, wall coverings, window

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his design studio.

Interior designer Jose J. Cabrera, prin-

of a piece and its provenance. For midcen-

cipal/owner at C L Studio, Inc., has a web-

tury modern aficionados, Atomic Junkies

site portal offering consumers access to

Midcentury Modern Gallery in Winter

Park offers a famous-name collection of pieces by modernist masters produced in the ’40s and ’50s. Carousel Emporium in Orlando is Eric’s go-to source for those “needles-in-the-haystack” among the showroom’s collection of 19th and 20th century antiques. “The wealth of knowledge from their staff and vendors is world-class and far exceeds the footprint of their store. From furniture, to porcelain items, to antique rugs, we usually find that special piece to complete a job,” he says.

CUSTOM WOODWORKS: When a project calls for a one-of-a-kind piece, interior designers often look to local shops and craftspeople to create custom pieces or repurpose furniture. “When looking outside of our design and resource library, we look for craftsmen and shops that will work with us as an ensemble cast, which I think brings the best possible end result to our clients. I look for resources that will listen to our needs and offer their expertise and suggestions in finding solutions,” Eric says. Gleman & Sons Custom Woodworks in Sanford is a popular source for repurposed furniture and décor elements. The familyoperated, environmentally conscious woodworking company creates custom pieces crafted of repurposed materials. “They will take our design, offer suggestions for Gleman & Sons Custom Woodworks

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home&design improvement if necessary, and turn it into

dence we are working on if their inventory

Orlando, a Florida contemporary art orga-

a beautifully handcrafted piece of furni-

doesn’t carry the right selections,” Eric

nization with two galleries of works from

ture that is both functional and a point of

notes. The Flooring Center in Orlando, a

photographers and multimedia artists.

interest in our client’s home,” Eric adds.

family-owned flooring retailer since 1985,

“For a city the size of Orlando, it’s amazing

The custom woodshop is a reclaimed

also makes the list for its large selection of

how many wonderful and talented people

lumber vendor and works with interior

tile, rugs, wood floors and carpet. For lux-

we have living here,” says Jose, who spe-

designers, architects and general contrac-

ury rugs and carpeting, interior designers

cializes in helping clients discover, dis-

tors to create hardwood flooring, tables,

including Jose often collaborate with Car-

cern, acquire and integrate art in living

barn doors, shelving, fireplace mantels,

pet Source of Winter Park on high-end

spaces. He often consults with Snap!

cabinetry and art pieces. Mark Bebermey-

installations.

Orlando to discover new artistic talents

er, interior designer, principal, Gallery B

and commission works for his clients.

Designs, has worked with Gleman & Sons

Mark sources original art from Central

to craft antique wood and barn siding, rus-

Florida’s vast talent pool of local artists

tic floating shelves, and feature walls of

The Flooring Center

textured mushroom wood for his clients. For custom pieces crafted of new mate-

including Jeff Huckaby, Alan Pepin, and painters at Aztec Scenic Design. “Alan Pepin is an amazing, classically trained

rials, Eric calls on Altamonte Woodwork-

artist and has a wonderful sense of color.

ing in Longwood to build cabinetry and

His blend of abstract and reality are fun to

furniture. “Like Gleman & Sons, they work

experience,” says Mark, who recently

in tandem with us on the design and fin-

selected a Pepin’s painting of Converse

ishes selected for the piece. For more than

shoes for a client’s project. For another proj-

25 years we have partnered with Altamonte

ect, he selected a New York cityscape paint-

Woodworking on countless projects through-

ing by Jeff Huckaby. “I had a client who

out the state,” he says.

wanted her first piece of custom art and all she could tell me was that she wanted it to have the colors that were on the current cover of an interior design magazine. Jeff

ART ELEMENTS: Art can be a powerful element of personal

painted the New York City Highline park at dusk and the 4' x 6' piece that resulted is one of their treasures,” he adds.

expression and a dramatic focal point.

When incorporating a client’s existing

Finding the perfect piece for a client’s liv-

art collection into a project, Eric often

ing space requires an interior designer to

works with The Great Escape Frame &

have specialized knowledge and relation-

Art on Mills Avenue in Orlando to update

ships in the art world. Many turn to Snap!

the frames. “Art is truly the “jewelry” in Color Reflections

Altamonte Woodworking

FLOORING & FLOOR COVERINGS: Favorite flooring vendors making the local list include Oriental Rug Source in Winter Park for its vast collection. “Their showroom is full of interesting and gorgeous one-of-a kind rugs and they will bring in rugs from outside vendors to fit the resi68

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the home and custom framing is key to

Central Florida that combine storefronts

presenting that art properly, so it enhances

and design studios with vignettes that

not only the work, but the room it resides

visualize design concepts and inspire con-

in,” he says.

sumers.

For custom-printed accessories and art,

It’s hard to replicate on a computer

Mark turns to Color Reflections, a digital

screen or smartphone — for example, the

printing company. “The company gives

visceral experience of walking through

designers total customization ability and

Lightstyle of Orlando’s showroom with

options. The showroom is worth a visit. I

every inch of its ceiling covered in designer

am most excited about their new offering

fixtures where you can appreciate the mate-

to custom print upholstery, wallpaper, pil-

rial, color and scale of every product. We’d

lows, all types of window treatments, and

love to hear your picks for top design finds

even rugs.” The company is located in

too. Email your suggestions to karen@

downtown Orlando and can print any size

thedesigntourist.com and I’ll put together

on a large variety of materials.

a list of reader picks for local design finds

Our list of top shops for design finds in

in an upcoming issue.

Central Florida is by no means compre-

Lightstyle of Orlando

hensive, but perhaps it’s a starting point to

Karen LeBlanc is host of The Design Tourist

scout for your own style elements. Despite

series. She travels the globe attending some

the proliferation of online home décor

of the world’s premiere design events in search

shopping sites, it’s encouraging to see a

of the latest trends, tastemakers and unique

growing industry of hybrid businesses in

finds. Learn more at thedesigntourist.com.

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For the last decade we have had the honor and privilege to share the stories of amazing local women. For this special issue we asked many of the ladies who have graced our covers to join us at a photo shoot. We spent the day at Macbeth Studio reminiscing and reconnecting, gathering life updates to share.

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CHRISTI ASHBY May/June ’13

KATE SLENTZ July/Aug ’14

In the last five years Christi has seen both of her children marry (2014) and is the grandmother to three — Evan, 2 1/2, Benji, 18 months, and Brooklyn, three weeks. In addition to launching Interior Appeal in 2014, she has been pursuing a new hobby — painting.

Kate and her husband, Mike, welcomed their first son in 2016. She continues to serve as the associate editor and publisher of Orange Appeal and Interior Appeal magazine, and recently produced the 8th annual Orlando Women’s Conference, which she co-founded with her mom in 2011.

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Photography:

JIM HOBART, MACBETH STUDIO Hair:

DALE DEES Makeup:

MARJORIE ROBINSON and NOELLE MURI

JEN O’MARA Nov/Dec ’15

ALANA FONES Sept/Oct ’15

NICOLE STEWART July/Aug ’15

REETA CASEY Sept/Oct ’10

Jen still owns and operates The Pilates Loft in downtown Orlando, where she also recently moved, and is involved with the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. She also travels as a teacher-trainer for Pilates certification.

Alana stays busy raising her two children, ages 9 and 6, and the family’s new puppy. She is also currently remodeling her home.

Raising two boys, 13 and 15, Nicole dedicates her time to her sons’ school activities at Lake Highland Prep as well as the Mennello Museum, Kids Beating Cancer and other organizations. She’s also still making jewelry, NicoleStewartJewelry.com.

Reeta has stepped away from real estate but now invests her time into coaching real estate agents as a partner of The Core Training. She also devotes time to her church and charities. She will celebrate 23 years as a breast cancer survivor in October. may | june 2018

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BARB BOWDEN July/Aug ’12

KATHY SWANSON July/Aug ’12

Barb, complex managing director, Loews Hotels at Universal Orlando, joined Loews in 2014. Her daughter, Rachel, got married last October and her son is getting married in December. She has been an ardent supporter of the Orlando Women’s Conference since its inception.

As president of Arnold Palmer Medical Center, which encompasses Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children and Winnie Palmer Hospital for Women & Babies, Kathy announced her decision to retire in the month of her 40th anniversary with the hospitals this past January.

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GABRIELE GANNAWAY July/Aug ’12 As vice president, general manager of Neiman Marcus Orlando, Gabriele works with her team and corporate merchants to bring the very best designer brands to the Orlando store. She also cheers on her two teenage athletes who play football, baseball, basketball, soccer, and run track.

KELLY PRICE July/Aug ’12 Kelly, owner/broker of Kelly Price and Company, leads a predominantly female team of real estate agents. She has been consecutively ranked among the Top 50 Realtors in Central Florida since starting her company in 2002, and is consistently recognized in Orlando magazine’s Hot 100 for her record-breaking sales.

STACY ETHUN STEVENS July/Aug ’12 Stacy is the CEO of Park Avenue Group, an executive search and consulting firm that is celebrating 20 years. In addition, she’s launching a joint venture for executive bankers. She has two grandchildren and continues to coach women business owners through the ATHENA PowerLink program.

LAUREN ROWE Sept/Oct ’11

JEANETTE JOHNSON Sept/Oct ’16

JOSIE NEJAME Mar/April ’13

CAROL WICK Jan/Feb ’15

Lauren is the director of community relations, OrlandoSanford International Airport. She also owns the business Screenmobile of Orlando, specializing in screen doors, windows, porches and screen repairs, with her husband, Michael. Their children are now 12 and 9.

Jeanette, founder of popular style blog J’s Everyday Fashion, continues to be candid and post her latest fashion finds on her website JsEverydayFashion.com. Last year, she debuted her book J’s Everyday Fashion & Faith: Personal Style with a Purpose (Amazon Publishing/Waterfall Press).

Since co-founding Runway to Hope with her husband, Mark, eight years ago, the nonprofit has raised approximately $6 million. Josie and Mark will co-host, along with celebrity hosts, Runway to Hope’s signature gala on May 19. Josie and Mark have two daughters.

Carol served for a decade as the CEO of Harbor House of Central Florida but is now a principal/ owner of Convergent Nonprofit Solutions, where she utilizes her wealth of experience to assist nonprofit organizations in assessing their capacity and taking their organization to the next level.

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MEGAN MORRIS Mar/Apr ’14

ASIA HALL Sept/Oct ’17

SHELBY NORWICH Mar/Apr ’11

ALLISON WALSH Mar/Apr ’11

SARAH VON BRAUN Sept/Oct ’12

As owner of MHM Professional Staging, Megan’s business naturally evolved into adding a moving company, Megan’s Moving, in 2017. She also expanded the staging business to reach more markets, and she is opening a therapeutic horse farm in Windermere for special needs children and adults.

As CEO of Neon Cowboys, Asia has created a wearable-technology, light-up cowboy hat that is now being mass produced and available in 13 Boot Barn locations in California. She has been working to bring more awareness to the brand and hopes to add more locations.

Shelby is a Realtor with Olde Town Brokers, specializing in penthouses and the Parks (Winter Park, Thornton Park, Delaney Park, etc.). She was a top agent in 2017 and was recently appointed to the Orange County Arts & Cultural Affairs Advisory Council.

Allison is vice president of business development and branding for Advanced Recovery Systems, an integrated behavioral healthcare management company, and the mother of two daughters. Her nonprofit H.O.P.E. is opening a free clinic in Orlando for people with eating disorders.

Since her cover, Sarah has battled breast cancer again, but is thrilled that her hair has fully returned. She is the mom of two boys, Tristan, 13, and Gavin, 8, and is a teacher with Orange County Public Schools.

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HELEN MARTINEZ Mar/Apr ’18

JULIE VON WELLER Mar/Apr ’18

ELIZABETH HART May/June ’17

As president of Black Elk Group, Helen continues to work on several real estate development projects, such as the Creative Village. Her handbag and accessories line WKND WYFR has expanded into retail stores throughout the Southeast, including Frank and Dora Mae Jewelry locally.

In addition to being director of community strategies for ACi Architects and a director with India Hicks Lifestyle Brand, Julie is focused on hosting her FreshlyCast “Art of” lectures. She will also cohost the Orlando Orthopaedic Center Foundation Women’s Wellness Luncheon on May 9.

Elizbeth’s show Ready, Set, Renovate! is now in its second season and has expanded to other markets, including Fort Myers, West Palm, Jacksonville, Pensacola and Tallahassee. With 13 episodes running from April through August, the show airs locally on WKMG Channel 6, Sundays at noon.

ANSLEY SCHRIMSHER Mar/Apr ’18 Ansley is also celebrating the 10th anniversary of her business, Dora Mae Jewelry. She created a special line called She’s a 10 Collection, which is inspired by female creatives and entrepreneurs, to commemorate the milestone.

JULIE BURROW Jan/Feb ’16 Julie has been serving the Juvenile Diabetes Research Fund for the past 14 years — her son has Type 1 juvenile diabetes — and recently chaired its annual gala in November 2017. She recently moved to Lake Osceola in Winter Park.

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ABBY RIZOR AND HATTIE WOLFE July/Aug ’11

JAN CLANTON Jan/Feb ’16

CHRISTY SCANLON Mar/Apr ’17

STACEY PAPP Mar/Apr ’11

Recognized for their alluring interior spaces, Wolfe-Rizor Interior Principals Abigail Rizor and Hattie Wolfe have been in business for 24 years, specializing in residential design in Central Florida and across the country, including projects in New York and California. Hattie shares she has no plans to retire.

Since retirement, Jan has been involved with Council of 101 at the Orlando Museum of Art, served on the education board of the Cornell Fine Arts Museum, and is on the Winter Park Public Art Advisory Board, which promotes and supports the 18 art and cultural institutions in Winter Park.

Christy still serves as president of Masterpiece Design Group, but recently bought the company from her mother and father. The company has 43 employees and works on commercial and residential design projects from South Florida to the Carolinas.

The mother of two daughters, Stacey is also the owner of Bay Hill Jewelers, located in Dr. Phillips. She has also opened two more locations, in Winter Park and downtown Orlando. Bridges of Light, the nonprofit she founded, will host its 15th annual gala in September.

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ANNETTE FORD Nov/Dec ’12 Annette and the Covelli Family Limited Partnership recently celebrated the 20th anniversary of its Panera Bread franchises. She continues to be an ardent supporter of the Foundation for Foster Children, Orlando Health, Morning Star Catholic School and New Hope for Kids, among others.

LINDA LANDMAN GONZALEZ May/June ’15

ELISHA GONZALEZ BONNEWITZ May/June ’15

Linda continues to serve as the vice president social responsibility, Orlando Magic, and president, Orlando Magic Youth Foundation. She will be honored as a Tony Jennings Early Learning Champion at this year’s Early Learning Coalition of Orange County’s First Five Years Gala.

Elisha has been with Duke Energy for the past two years. She was recently recognized as an Orlando magazine Women of the Year honoree and Orlando Business Journal Women Who Mean Business Executive of the Year honoree.

DIANE HOLM Nov/Dec ’11 Diane and her husband, Eric, now own a total of 32 Golden Corrals throughout Central Florida, in addition to other business ventures. She is a proud grandmother and serves many nonprofits, including Camp Boggy Creek and the Salvation Army Women’s and Children’s Shelter.

DANIELLE HOLM PAYNE Nov/Dec ’11 With a son due in August, Danielle is also the mother of a 3-year-old son. She’s heavily involved in his school, All Saints School, and still serves in an advisory capacity for her parents’ (Diane and Eric Holm) business ventures.

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LEILA JAMMAL Mar/Apr ’13 Leila was the founder and president of Nodarse & Associates, Inc., an engineering firm with 10 offices in Florida, and is now the Florida Division Manager of Terracon, a 100 percent employeeowned consulting engineering firm. She is also the proud mother of two sons, both in college, one at Yale and one at Stanford.

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DIANA SIMAAN KESSLER Mar/Apr ’13 As creative director of the Kessler Collection, Diana Kessler updates/maintains current Kessler hotels in addition to designing new properties, including the Plant Riverside District, a $280 million project in Savannah. She also still serves as president of her clothing line, Diana Simaan, Inc.

SHARON LINE CLARY Mar/Apr ’13

MARTHA SUGALSKI May/June ’14

Sharon, vice president of marketing, has been with Florida Hospital for more than 20 years. She is co-chair of The Circle at Dr. Phillips Center for Performing Arts, and is also involved with the Mennello Museum, Florida Citrus Sports, Support Our Scholars and Junior Golf Association.

Martha, anchor, WFTV Channel 9, delivers the 5/6/11pm newscasts on WFTV Channel 9 and the 10pm newscast on TV27. She is an Emmy award winning anchor and mother of six — 4-year-old triplets (who were featured on the cover with her), two sons in college and a daughter in high school.

CAROL MASSEY May/June ’12

DR. RITA BORNSTEIN May/June ’09

Carol and her husband, Harvey Massey, have been unwavering philanthropists for many years and in 2014, they formed the Harvey & Carol Massey Foundation. A major supporter of arts, healthcare and education, Carol is also a board member of the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts.

Dr. Rita Bornstein has retired from the Rollins College presidency but maintains a full schedule. She serves on the boards of the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, Winter Park Health Foundation, and the Parkinson Association of Central Florida.

ANDREA MASSEYFARRELL May/June ’12 Andrea now serves as the president/CEO of the Harvey & Carol Massey Foundation as well as senior vice president of community relations for Massey Services, Inc. Andrea is a fervent advocate for educational advancement and the arts and serves on several boards.

SIBILLE PRITCHARD May/June ’09 Sibille serves on the board of the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, is chair of the Orlando Ballet, as well as chair of the International Drive Business District. She is married to Dr. Peter Pritchard, and enjoys time with their two sons, Sebastian and Cameron, who both now live in Orlando.

THE HONORABLE LINDA CHAPIN May/June ’09 As a member of the Florida Greenways and Trails Commission, Linda has been involved over the past several years in the planning, funding and legislative approval of the Coast to Coast biking and pedestrian trail, which will connect all of Florida’s existing trails into one unprecedented system.

KATHY RAMSBERGER Kathy is the president and CEO of the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts. Since its opening in 2014, Kathy has been overseeing the growth and expansion of the arts center, which includes developing award-winning education programs and May/June ’09 the building of Steinmetz Hall and The Green Room, scheduled to open in spring 2020.

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MICHELLE GREENE Nov/Dec ’13

REBECCA TRUE Nov/Dec ’13

JEANNE FORTIER Nov/Dec ’13

SISAUNDRA LEWIS Sept/Oct ’14

Michelle is a resource advisor with Atticus, a company that helps attorneys increase their revenues and maintain a sustainable practice. She is still involved with the Central Florida Women’s League and served as a board member.

Since appearing on the cover, Rebecca has continued growing her investment advisory and financial planning business, True Capital Advisors, and has raised her two young daughters. She is still active in the Central Florida Women’s League, and has since joined a league tennis team.

Jeanne continues to serve the community through her involvement with the Central Florida Women’s League. She was one of the founders of the organization that turns 30 this year.

Since competing on NBC’s The Voice, Sisaundra co-founded Find Your Voice, an all-girls mentorship leadership program in 11 Orange County public schools, and she is also a full-time student at Valencia, getting her bachelor’s degree in leadership. She recently did a collaboration with the Orlando Ballet (see page 40).

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About Macbeth Studio

We are grateful to the entire team at Macbeth Studio for helping us pull off this ambitious photo shoot, including Jim Hobart, owner and photographer, Dijan Hartog, studio manager and project coordinator, and Jamie Thompson, studio assistant and photo editor. Macbeth Studio specializes in commercial, portrait, executive headshot and architectural photography. The studio is located in the beautiful and historic Angebilt building in downtown Orlando at 37 N. Orange Ave. #900. For inquiries, call 407-961-2858 or email info@macbethstudio.com.

About Dale Dees

An award-winning hair stylist with more than 20 years of experience, Dale Dees recently launched his own line of products for all hair types to address the most common concerns of his clients, including humidity-induced frizz. GOGLAM by Dale Dees is a luxurious hair care system developed by top chemists, using only the finest products, infused with natural botanical extracts, rich oils, vitamins and proteins. Currently the line is available online (goglambydaledees.com) and at Salon Muse in Winter Park.

About Marjorie Robinson and Noelle Muri

LAURI AND BETSY GODFREY July/Aug â€™11 Lauri, lead designer and partner in Godfrey Design Consultants, has created interior projects throughout the U.S. Her wide following in Naples has offered her the opportunity to work with clients throughout the world in this luxury, high-end market. Betsy began her career in the home-building industry in the mid-60s and earned her Florida Interior Design license in 1982. She is now set to retire and passing the reigns to her daughter, Lauri, who is rebranding the company.

Marjorie Robinson has been working in hair, makeup and styling since 1994 and has been a Winter Park local for the past 28 years. Currently, Marjorie spends half her time at Porte Noire, a collection of individually-owned salons located on Gay Road in Winter Park, and the other half working for Wonderland and Skystorm Productions Company. To inquire about Marjorie's services, contact her at 407-375-1345. Originally from Australia, Noelle Muri has been in the cosmetology industry for 25 years. Her international experience brings a diverse aesthetic to styling.

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The Bold and The Beautiful PHOTOGRAPHY BY

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Ruby and sapphire butterfly necklace, with 31.50ctw natural ruby and 24ctw natural brown sapphire, $5,500; Sapphire butterfly necklace, with 117.53ctw oval sapphire, 39.68ctw sapphire and 5.43ctw white sapphire, $10,650, Bay Hill Jewelers, Dr. Phillips, Downtown Orlando and Winter Park

Stackable gemstone rings with aquamarine, peridot and heliodor in 18kt gold and palladium, from $1,025 to $1,775, Okidanokh Goldcraft, Ivanhoe Village

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Lemon Drop necklace, with 1ctw lemon citrine, $2,325, Bay Hill Jewelers, Dr. Phillips, Downtown Orlando and Winter Park

Goshwara 18kt rose gold cabochon rubellite ring, with 9.6ctw rubellite and 0.60ctw diamonds, $11,500, Be On Park, Winter Park

Tension bracelet with tourmalines and diamonds in palladium, $8,600, Okidanokh Goldcraft, Ivanhoe Village

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6-line diamond (0.74ctw) braided bracelet in 18kt yellow gold, $3,598, and wide 5-line diamond (0.6ctw) ring in 14kt yellow gold, $2,799, Gianni Vincent Jewellers, The Grove at Isleworth

Yellow sapphire ring, with 33.35ctw natural yellow sapphire and 0.68ctw white sapphire, $3,750; Emerald ring, with 11.16ctw emerald and 0.63ctw diamond, $2,375, Bay Hill Jewelers, Dr. Phillips, Downtown Orlando and Winter Park

Goshwara 18kt gold â€œRock-n-Rollâ€? multi-color oval cabochon bracelet with amethyst, blue topaz, lemon citrine, citrine, London blue topaz, green amethyst, and smoky quartz, $11,500, Be On Park, Winter Park.

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ChĂ˘telaine rings, with amethyst and diamonds, 14mm, $1,200; with lemon citrine and diamonds, 14mm, $1,200; with Hampton blue topaz and diamonds, 14mm, $1,350, David Yurman Boutique, The Mall at Millenia

Criss-cross diamond bracelet, with 8.93ctw diamonds in 14kt white and rose gold, $28,000, Gianni Vincent Jewellers, The Grove at Isleworth

Lollipop rings with tourmalines and aquamarine in 18kt yellow gold, from $1,100 to $1,800, Okidanokh Goldcraft, Ivanhoe Village

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Lauren K 18kt gold tanzanite (31.03ctw) and diamond (0.04ctw) drop earrings, $3,990, Be On Park, Winter Park

Lauren K 18kt gold emerald-cut watermelon tourmaline ring, with 4.68ctw watermelon tourmaline and 0.35ctw diamonds, $3,950, Be On Park, Winter Park

Gurhan 24kt gold one-of-a-kind amulet hue bracelet featuring cabochon turquoise and opals, 52.60ctw, $14,200, Be On Park, Winter Park

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Bijoux Thread Link necklace with amazonite and 18kt yellow gold, $1,850, David Yurman Boutique, The Mall at Millenia

Pink diamond ring, with 2.03ctw natural pink/white diamonds in 18kt white gold, $9,998, Gianni Vincent Jewellers, The Grove at Isleworth

Hermes H Hour steel mm watch with mother of pearl and diamond dial on orange calfskin strap, $3,600, Be On Park, Winter Park

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givingback

Years of Music to Our Ears by Mary Palmer, PhD,

President-Elect, Orlando Philharmonic Board of Directors

elebrating its 25th anniver-

Our partnership with Orange County

sary season, the Orlando

Public Schools and United Arts of Central

bring children’s classics to life through the

Philharmonic Orchestra is

Florida ensures that EVERY 3rd, 4th and

The City of Orlando (through the Mayor’s

led by Music Director Eric

5th grade student experiences the power

Matching Grant program) supports the

music.

Jacobsen and comprised of

of live orchestral music through the OPO’s

Orlando Philharmonic’s Notes in Your

accomplished musicians from around the

Young People’s Concerts. Last September,

Neighborhood program, a five-week resi-

world who are invested in our community.

we celebrated the one millionth student

dency reaching students in Title 1 elemen-

The Philharmonic annually presents the

who has been touched by a Young People’s

tary, middle and high schools to provide

FAIRWINDS Classics and Pops Series at

Concert at Bob Carr Theater. This part-

artistic mentorship. This investment helps

Bob Carr Theater and its Focus Series of

nership has eliminated barriers for all

connect students who may have otherwise

Chamber Music at The Plaza Live. In addi-

OCPS students and expanded arts learn-

never had the opportunity to experience

tion, the Orlando Philharmonic is a resi-

ing beyond the classroom walls.

music with professional musicians, so that

dent company of the Dr. Phillips Center for

Our Young People’s Concerts are spon-

they can explore how to make music a part

the Performing Arts and will perform in

sored by Walt Disney World Resorts and

of their daily lives. Dedicated volunteers

Steinmetz Hall when it opens in 2020. We

are also presented to all 5th grade students

from the Friends of the Orlando Philhar-

can’t wait… and “can almost hear the music!”

in Osceola and Volusia counties, plus more

monic become mentors and friends to the

Known for its artistic excellence and

than 6,000 students from local public, pri-

participating children.

community collaboration, the Philharmonic

vate and homeschool groups.

The Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra

annually presents more than 160 live con-

This season was the first time in nearly

High School Orchestra of Distinction pro-

certs and impacts more than 70,000 chil-

10 years we performed in Volusia County

gram allows us to promote and honor

dren, youth and families through its Young

thanks to support from Duke Energy

excellence in high school orchestras and

People’s Concerts, Symphony Storytime

Foundation, the Volusia County School

to encourage aspiring young musicians

Series, Notes in Your Neighborhood pro-

Board and Daytona Symphony Society.

through coaching and other support from

gram, and free outdoor community con-

Funding from Dr. Phillips Charities and

our musicians.

certs. Overall, we touch the lives of 170,000

Osceola County Public Schools makes the

Just last month we partnered with A

people each year!

concerts at the Osceola County School for

Gift for Music, another favorite organization

Along with our entire Orlando Philhar-

the Arts possible each year. Support from

of mine, in their first Spring String Spec-

monic family, I care about music in our

Duke Energy Corporation allows select

tacular event. Eric Jacobsen conducted

schools because I know that music is a

schools in Seminole County to participate.

more than 400 students from 3rd grade to

powerful force for impacting and chang-

It definitely takes a village… and I appreci-

12th grade in an inspiring program. In

ing lives. As a member of the board of

ate each supporter!

addition to conducting, Eric, a world-

directors and co-chair (with Melody

Orlando Health and Arnold Palmer

Lynch) of the education committee, I am

Hospital for Children sponsor our Sym-

joyous that so many musicians, patrons,

phony Storytime Series at The Plaza Live.

The Orlando Phil family is so grateful

sponsors, donors, volunteers and others in

This wonderful family program presents

for the community collaborations and the

our Central Florida community want to

live music and related activities for young

beautiful people that have supported us

give back and help us continue to enrich

children and their families. I love the

throughout the past 25 years. I look for-

and inspire audiences through the power

intergenerational opportunities inspired

ward to many more exciting programs in

of live music. Here are just a few examples

by this program. Professional story narra-

the future. Learn more at orlandophil.org.

of these collaborations.

tion and beautiful hand-drawn illustrations

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renowned cellist, also performed with the students.