“A work of art is the trace of a magnificent struggle.” -Grace Hartigan Antigone I, 1958, by Ethel Schwabacher. © Estate of Ethel Schwabacher In celebration of the 80th Anniversary of the Mint Museum, the museum is presenting works of…
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“I had based my sense of being in the world partly on an unreasoned conviction that certain area’s of the earth’s surface contained more magic than others. Had anyone asked me what I meant by magic, I should have defined…
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“What appeals to me most is their mystical quality. In my childhood, I was enchanted by the White Rabbit who leads Alice down a rabbit hole into Wonderland in an altered state. That’s always been important to me, the idea…
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“Paradise has run away-to Marrakech.” -Claude Nougaro Marrakech is a shopper’s paradise. Being surrounded by objects that are made by hand and not machine changes the way one looks at an object. Meeting the craftsmen and artisans fabricating these items…
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“Once upon a time, five designers embarked on a creative pilgrimage to Morocco. In addition to liberating their imaginations, they discovered the magic of Marrakech through the lens of the lovely locals that acted as their guides to translate the…
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“I believe that Marrakech ought to be earned as a destination. The journey is the preparation for the experience. Reaching it too fast derides it, makes it a little less easy to understand.” -Tahir Shah I am channeling my inner…
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“Fashion is an expression of the times. Elegance is something else again.” – Horst P. Horst The Charlotte art scene is abuzz with several incredible exhibitions at the museums and galleries this fall. One of the most highly anticipated shows…
Read postPlease join me one week from today to kick off the inaugural Fall Design Week featuring Atlanta Gourmet and Gift at AmericasMart in Atlanta! I am thrilled to be moderating a panel with today’s top taste makers, designers, and stylists who…
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“The painter has the modesty to regard this enclosure of floral verdure as his most beautiful work…vast splendours whose harmony I have orchestrated… This garden is a momentous task, to which I give myself entirely. It will take my last…
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The countdown is on…Just 44 days until High Point Market officially opens! I am excited to be joining this lovely group of ladies, High Point Market, Esteem Media, and the Design Bloggers Conference for the 3rd Annual High Point Market…
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