Life Essentials of the Art Whino

Late September 2009

Imagine a small puddle of water with several children surrounding it, thankful for a days sustenance. This image becomes even darker when you combine filth, pollution, viruses, and other plaguing issues. This is reality to a village in Sudan, Africa. However, you put an irrigation system with water filtration in place of that same puddle, with a water spout. Protecting it from the surrounding dirt, trash, and other problems that may soil the precious supply. It creates an entirely new painting... such paintings reflected in that of the Art Whino Life Essentials exhibit in Northwest Washington DC. Vendors and artist alike gathered for this event to support such causes as awareness for the people of Sudan. Whom live 365 days with the ever present threat of contamination of natural resources. Portion of the proceeds from purchased pieces went towards funds to help develop villages and communities in Africa.

One vendor, Ms Kyndess Davis, of Ma'at Nuru Jewelry added that "These events really help" she explains. "Its great to see a organization not just donate money but actually physically provide their hands and efforts to build sustainable resources for the people as well". Art Whino, a DC based contemporary and politically conscious art gallery, uses its reputation to draw only the most sophisticated and eccentric individuals. People that don't mind extending their time and money to visit an important cause but also to do it in a great social setting. We suggest that you visit their site to get more updates and add yourself to their mailing list and even if you not in the DC area you should definetly check out their broad array of artist within their catalogue. You may just find someone in a city near you.""

- K Raoof

The Catwalk Project 09

The Catwalk Project is the perfect opportunity for up and coming designers and model groups. Taking part in this competition will give you a chance to showcase your talent.

The Catwalk Project is a two subject competition. The first subject is for the “Designers”. The second subject is for the “Model Groups”. The competition consists of 5 shows. We will use four small shows to get down to three finalists in each subject. The fifth show will be our big show in which the SaViD Models will be performing a theatrical fashion production of, “Somewhere Ova”. During intermission the judges will make their decision. By the end of the show Atlanta’s “Top Designer” and “Top Model Group” will be announced.

*The three finalist of each subject will be required to supply a current photograph and a personal biography for publicity purposes.

So if you think you got what it takes to be named the best in Atlanta, then you definitely should enter this competition and show all of the South that you got what it takes to be named Atlanta’s “Top Designer” or “Model Group”.

Remember this is the 1^st Annual Catwalk Competition. So be a part of history.

Visit www.catwalkproject09.com for further information and entry/registration forms.

D.C. Notices The Color Purple

D.C. Notices The Color Purple

Last night was amazing, as I finally went to see The Color Purple musical, starring Fantasia Barrino! I headed over to The Kennedy Center in D.C. with a few family members to see what all the commotion was about--and I must say, this show definitely walks the walk!

Set in rural Georgia, in the early 1900's, this story definitely takes the audience through it...From the opening scene with two little girls playing hand games and singing childhood songs all the way through getting to know Celie and witnessing her evolve from a meek, battered child into a self-sufficient woman, you come to know the characters.

Truly, the musical was comprised of an incredibly talented young cast who used their love, wit and passion to keep you near. And, oh the singing...the actors' voices lifted up through the theater-- moving my feet and, at times, moving me to tears. I love a story that draws me in and makes me incredibly happy and then quite sad in an instance. Congrats Fantasia, what a wonderful job! ""

Article by: NS

CASTING ALERT!

***FOR ALL YOU FASHION FANS***

DC Fashion Week is holding its final model call for the Fall 2009 show

Auditions are:

Sunday, August 16, 2009, 1 pm SHARP @ the Crystal City Doubletree Hotel.

In order to walk that walk, you've got to pre-register by completing a Model Application. Email castings@dcfashionweek.org for the App.

visit http://www.dcfashionweek.org/ for further details.

Good luck divas!!!

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DC Premieres Jazz in the Diamond District

On Thursday, April 23, 2009, D.C. premiered the much anticipated film, Jazz in the Diamond District. An intimate audience of cast, crew, family and friends gathered at the Landmark E Street Cinema for the film's debut. Inside, the crowd took part in the story of Jasmine "Jazz" Morgan (Monique Cameron) as she pursues her dreams of becoming a singer by performing with a popular go-go band. Jazz quickly becomes a hit with go-go music fans, singing DC's own brand of funk, and taking part in the fast nightlife scene that goes along with it.

After the film, the audience had time to mingle with the cast and discuss the movie outside in the lobby. The mixed cast of actors--some film veterans, while most are talented newcomers-- alongside director, Lindsey Christian, and writer/actress, Erica Chamblee, stuck around for interviews and to enjoy their time with viewers. Actors Wood Harris, of HBO's "The Wire", and Clifton Powell also mingled with their audience.
The D.C. premiere was the first stop in the film's country-wide tour. Only to be shown in select theaters, Jazz in the Diamond District may be coming to a city near you. For more info on selected tour dates, visit www.JazzintheDiamondDistrict.com. Don't see your city among the tour dates? Send an email to info@qumag.com requesting the movie to come to your town.