Chucky's Place: February 2017

Tuesday, February 28, 2017

Jack Seikaly: Digital Infrared Photography Influenced by Kodak Aerochrome

"I’m a confused pessimist at heart. I view a world that is in a constant state of chaos and anarchy, generally getting worse over time." says Jack Seikaly about his infrared photography. "The message I try to portray in my infrared shots is this: 'the world may be terrible, but look at all the beauty it also has to offer.'"
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Anthony Vaccarello Went All-In on the ‘80s Trend for His Second Saint Laurent Collection

Finally tired of the '70s after way too many seasons of pussy bows and flowing hippie dresses, fashion seems to have officially latched onto the the subsequent decade for 2017; Saint Laurent's Anthony Vaccarello, in particular, is not letting go. Similar to his debut collection for the French house ...

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Mariska Karto’s Portrait Photos Traces Influence From Classical Paintings

When we featured Mariska Karto in our 30 inspirational women photographers post, she was elated and wanted to update us on the type of work she's currently doing. Mariska's work (NSFW) is unlike anything I've really seen. It combines elements of paintings, drawings, classical art and puts it all into a photograph in a way that I believe it truly unique. As with all artists though, Mariska felt she needed to evolve. "I was just searching for another medium to make art, not in a traditional way but with more technical and digital equipment." she tells us.
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Must Read: Maria Borges Is the New Face of L'Oréal, Ashley Graham Wants People to Stop Asking Her About 'Plus-Size'

These are the stories making headlines in fashion this Tuesday.Maria Borges is L'Oréal's newest spokesmodelThe Angolan model who made headlines by becoming the first black model to walk the Victoria's Secret runway with her natural hair is now joining L'Oréal as spokesmodel. ...

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The Golden Carrot Is Hiring A Sales Associate In Hoboken, New Jersey

The Golden Carrot is a magical little jewelry shop located in Hoboken, New Jersey. We carry a carefully curated selection of fine jewelry handmade by independent designers such as Ariel Gordon, Blanca Monrós Goméz, Elisa Solomon, Grace Lee, Jennie Kwon, and Satomi Kawakita – To name just a few! ...

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The Weird-But-Effective Natural Deodorant Stephanie Is Newly Obsessed With

I won't go into the specifics right now because that's a different story for a different occasion, but suffice it to say there are plenty of people out there who are sketched out by traditional antiperspirants, which usually contain aluminum-based complexes to prevent moisture from ...

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The Best Street Style Looks From Milan Fashion Week Fall 2017

Ciao, Milan Fashion Week! Before we focus our attention toward the final leg of Fashion Month in Paris, we wanted to highlight our favorite street style moments from the past week. It started off with a banger — Gucci — where showgoers wore their best outfits from the Italian fashion ...

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18 Unique Kitchen Backsplash Design Ideas

The backsplash is a good place to inject some personal style, whether that’s with a mosaic feature or a bold color. And since that wall literally connects the countertops with the cabinets it’s also a place to tie everything together. With different materials, colors and arrangements, you can make or break the overall design of your kitchen with your backsplash. That’s why we’ve collected these 18 awesome kitchen backsplash design ideas. As you’ll see, there are a number of different things you can do, each of which might work with the design scheme you’re considering for your own kitchen. Kitchen backsplashes no longer simply protect walls from spills and splatters, a wide array of eye-catching materials like glass, wood, metals and stone make the backsplash the focal point of today’s kitchens.

16 Great DIY Ideas for Indoor and Outdoor Wine Bars

Building a home bar can be a simple project and pretty budget friendly. For those of you having a difficult time deciding which direction to take your home bar design, we reached into every corner of the internet to bring you the most clever and unique ideas to keep in mind when designing your favorite room. Whether you prefer a refined atmosphere, vintage, or rustic, there is a design for every imbiber! They are easy and need not too much money to build but can help you own a small and intimate bar. Have fun! For more on each, follow their link below the image.

16 Great DIY Ideas for Indoor and Outdoor Wine Bars DIY Bar Cart Tutorial via the nifty nest

16 Great DIY Ideas for Indoor and Outdoor Wine Bars DIY Pipe Bar Cart Tutorial via Nancy @ Life: Designed

16 Great DIY Ideas for Indoor and Outdoor Wine Bars DIY Bar Cart from Old Changing Table Tutorial via Hometalk

16 Great DIY Ideas for Indoor and Outdoor Wine Bars DIY Outdoor Bar with Cinder Blocks and Wood Panels Tutorial via Better Homes and Gardens

16 Great DIY Ideas for Indoor and Outdoor Wine Bars DIY Coffee and Bar Cart Tutorial via Fabulous Fashions 4 Sensible Style

16 Great DIY Ideas for Indoor and Outdoor Wine Bars Old TV Turned into a Mini Bar Tutorial via pinkflamingolounge

16 Great DIY Ideas for Indoor and Outdoor Wine Bars DIY Wine Barrel Bar Tutorial via Instructables

16 Great DIY Ideas for Indoor and Outdoor Wine Bars Turn A Bookcase Into A Bar Tutorial via Apartment Therapy

16 Great DIY Ideas for Indoor and Outdoor Wine Bars DIY Completely Free Pallet Wine Bar Tutorial via The Poor Sophisticate

16 Great DIY Ideas for Indoor and Outdoor Wine Bars Dresser to Wine Bar Tutorial via Designed Decor

16 Great DIY Ideas for Indoor and Outdoor Wine Bars Old Dresser Turned Portable Bar Tutorial via Bliss Ranch

16 Great DIY Ideas for Indoor and Outdoor Wine Bars Potting Bench Turned Outdoor Bar Tutorial via The Creativity Exchange

16 Great DIY Ideas for Indoor and Outdoor Wine Bars DIY Bar From Old Cabinet Tutorial via These Two Hands

16 Great DIY Ideas for Indoor and Outdoor Wine Bars DIY Turn Wood Shelves Into A Chic Mini Bar Tutorial via Love Maegan

16 Great DIY Ideas for Indoor and Outdoor Wine Bars

DIY Pallet Outdoor Bar Tutorial via Stacked Design

16 Great DIY Ideas for Indoor and Outdoor Wine Bars DIY Cinder Block Planter Bar Tutorial via Design Sponge

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How to Pick the Right Curtains For Your Bedroom

So you’ve bought a new home and are wondering just what to do with your bedroom windows. Or maybe you are redecorating and want to give your bedroom a new look. Buying a curtain, or more aptly, buying the right curtain can be a difficult call. From selecting the right fabric, to colour combinations, length and lining, there are so many choices to make that it can become overwhelming.

The truth is that curtains play a huge role in how a room comes across. The mood of a room can be defined by how you treat your windows. Curtains can make your room feel bigger, brighter and livelier. On the flipside, making the wrong choice can also make your room gloomy and lifeless.

The important thing to remember here is that for any choice to work, you need to be comfortable with it. You should feel the pulse of your room before deciding on the curtains. Your curtains have to look part of the overall décor and not something that stands out.

John from Prestige Doors laughed “It’s funny how even curtain choice can be so technical, but it really does make a difference.”

How to Pick the Right Curtains For Your Bedroom

Here are a few pointers to help you pick the right curtains for your bedroom:

Colours and Patterns

The right colours and design on your curtains can add much needed personality to any room. There are plenty of options to choose from – geometric shapes, motifs, patterns, or you could go for just the solid coloured ones.

Whatever the choice, colours should not be similar to those of the walls. In fact, they should catch the eye and even complement other colours in the room. Pick colours that don’t clash with the theme of the room. On the contrary, if your room has a formal setting, you don’t want colours that stand out too much but rather blend in. Another thing to consider is how much light you want filtering into your room. Lighter coloured curtains allow much more light than dark curtains.

As far as curtain designs are concerned, it would be best to stick with single coloured curtains if you have textured wallpaper. Designs on your curtains also would way too much. For lighter rooms, if you are looking for curtains that stand out, pick those designs that excite. Large, bold designs can be a lot of fun.

How to Pick the Right Curtains For Your Bedroom

Fabric

As far as fabric is concerned, you want one that not only looks good but also functions well and lasts for a long time. Some fabrics are too heavy and impossible to manoeuvre, while some can be too light and just don’t fall very well. Picking the right fabric is all about understanding what is important to you.

Some of the better fabrics that you can choose include linen, faux silk and velvet. People love the feel of silk as well, but it tends to waste away pretty easily and doesn’t have a good life. Some fabrics like velvet and suede provide natural insulation. This is useful in colder climates. In any case, you can always line any fabric with an extra layer of insulation if needed.

Selecting the right fabric also has a lot to do the look of your bedroom. Lighter fabrics allow more natural light into the room. Heavier fabrics, on the other hand, are good for blocking light and will further darken a dull room.

How to Pick the Right Curtains For Your Bedroom

Style

Colours are not the only things that define how a curtain will look in a room. Just like wearing a blazer is not the same as wearing a tuxedo, there are many different styles of curtains. The way you hang your curtains will go a long way in defining how they look in your bedroom.

You need to consider the ambiance of your home. Are you going for a chic modern feel or do you like the traditional elegant styles. Whichever choice you make, and there are plenty, just make sure that it fits with the theme. You don’t want to end up with a Victorian style curtain adorning a room filled with IKEA furniture.

How to Pick the Right Curtains For Your Bedroom

Length and Width

Typically, the length of your curtains should be just enough so that they hang half-an-inch above the floor. This works well if you plan on opening and closing them often. If you plan to keep your curtains closed all the time, you can have longer curtains that puddle up on the floor. This can add a nice, sensual feel to your bedroom.

As for the width, it depends on the kind of look and functionality you want. You can go for a compact look by keeping the width at 1.5 times the width of the window. This is best for stationary curtains. For an elegant look with ample fabric for you to drape easily, go for a width around 2 times the window width.

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Mandy Moore Continued Her Excellent Fashion Streak With a Pretty, Flouncy Pink Dress

Mandy Moore is many things: former teen pop star, endearing and adorable adult actor, enviable eyebrow haver, co-star to Perfect Human Milo Anthony Ventimiglia on NBC's hit show "This is Us" — and she also happens to have excellent personal style. A staple at many of this season's NYFW ...

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Williamson Is Seeking A Spring '17 Fashion PR Intern In New York, NY

Williamson represents a range of luxury menswear, womenswear and accessories clients. The ideal candidate is a current college student or recent graduate with strong understanding and interest in the fashion and PR industry. Students pursuing a bachelors or graduate degree in Public Relations, ...

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A Primer for Effectively Using Leading Lines in Photography

Eric Kim recently posted a great primer on leading lines on his YouTube Channel. If you’re new to photography, this is a perfect video to learn more about the compositional technique; when used properly, leading lines can help guide viewers’ eyes to the subject of your photograph. As an aesthetic tool, leading lines can help add drama or humor to your compositions. In the video below, Kim provides some practical tips on how to effectively use leading lines and how he’s incorporated the technique in his street photography.
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Showgoers Wore Some Funky Skirts On the Last Day of Milan Fashion Week

Monday was the last day of Milan Fashion Week, and the remaining showgoers made some bold choices in the skirt department. From plaid maxis to layered ruffles, funky skirts were hard to ignore in between shows. And when it came to completing the look, the fashion flock wasn't afraid to ...

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Hasselblad Introduces New 120mm f3.5 Macro Lens for the X1D

Continuing on the excitement of the Hasselblad X1D, the company has introduced a brand new lens: the Hasselblad 120mm f3.5 macro. For most digital photographers, this won't sound like a very fast aperture lens but you have to keep in mind that this is a medium format camera lens designed for a sensor that is larger than full frame 35mm sensors.
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Proceeds From Dior's 'We Should All Be Feminists' T-Shirts Will Benefit Rihanna's Charity

At New York Fashion Week, designers all seemed to be on the same page as far as their political statements were concerned. While some voiced their protest by way of pins and thoughtful soundtracks, even more sent punchily-worded graphic tees down the runway, like Christian Siriano's ...

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21 Fashion Kids to Follow On Instagram

Putting a child in a stylish outfit is always a winning combination, especially in the fashion world. Photographers see these tiny humans as street style gold, and high-fashion designers are continuously expanding their businesses to offer mini versions of their garments. Plus, famous young ...

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Natalie Massenet Is Now the Non-Executive Co-Chairman of Net-a-Porter Competitor Farfetch

Ever since Natalie Massenet exited the online luxury fashion company she founded, Net-a-Porter, in September 2015, we've been patiently awaiting the retail guru and entrepreneur's next move. On Tuesday morning, Massenet took to Instagram to announce her new role with Farfetch's Board of ...

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How Charlotte Simone Made Luxury Scarves the 'It' Accessory You Never Knew You Wanted

When was the last time your scarf was the star of your outfit? Odds are, probably never. The truth is, scarves don't often carry the same buzz that shoes and handbags do; an Instagram search for, uh, #ScarfPorn confirms this, generating only 502 posts — barely a footprint in terms of the ...

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Casting Director James Scully Claims Models Are Faced With Racism, Cruelty at Paris Go-Sees

If you ask any working runway model, she'll likely tell you that booking a spot in a top Paris show is one of her ultimate career goals: Not only does appearing in the lineup for a designer like Balenciaga, Lanvin, Dior, Chanel or Valentino assure that the very best stylists, editors ...

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The Fascinating Process Behind How Broadway's Most Spectacular Costumes Are Made

Fresh off another record-busting season, "Hamilton" making headlines for more than just sold out theaters and educational rap, and Hollywood mega-stars headlining shows, musical theater is hotter than ever. But there's another reason that the venerable art form — be it on- or ...

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Watch Fashionista Editors Weigh In on the 2017 Oscars Red Carpet

We've reached the end of red carpet season, and while it was a long slog, team Fashionista toughed it out — armed with snacks, Excel spreadsheets for organizing outfit credits, plenty of hot takes for Twitter and, most importantly, copious amounts of wine. While working long into the night, ...

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Personal Projects: 10 Reasons A Commercial Food Photographer Takes Free Work

Before I continue, let me tell you that this is just my personal experience and in no way, I encourage anyone to commit to free work. I’m a trained ninja guardian of paid commercial work but there are always exceptions.
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Monday, February 27, 2017

The Vision Comes First: An Interview with Bob Tempera

"Sometimes even with the cheapest camera you can make great photos, if you have the right spirit. My motto is: the vision comes first." - Bob Tempera
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The Best Budget Lenses For Top Mirrorless Camera Systems

Budget lenses are a necessity for amateur and semi-professional photographers. Not everyone can afford to go out and drop $1000+ on a brand new lens, so the budget oriented shoppers look for lenses in that sub $1000 range to to really give them solid performance without breaking the bank.
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15 Unique Mudroom Design Ideas

Located just inside the back or side door lies one of the most overlooked parts of the house. This secondary entryway serves as a drop zone for shoes, bags, and outerwear, and keeps moisture and mud out of the house. It’s clear enough what a mudroom does, but how to decorate it? Transform a cluttered mudroom or entryway into a calm, organized space. These ideas for benches, storage, lockers and other designs offer inspiration for a functional place to put shoes, hats, coats, towels, backpacks and more.