Nothing says Happy Halloween better than those hip sarcastic solid color Ecards!
As a receptionist and the girlfriend of a self-proclaimed Apple Cult Member this card especially resonated with me.
If he was more creative and didn’t wake up at 1:00 A.M. to order the Iphone 5 the day it released, I’m sure that I’d have to be pleading with him about this.
A certain someone’s 47% comes to mind.
Because her own Alaskan reality show was embarrasing enough.
And on Thanksgiving I’ll also be thankful that this is the final season on Jersey Shore
And then the battle of who thought of it first begins…
This installation was my favorite work from the Fairytales, Fantasy and Fear exhibition that ran from March to July
I recently began working at Mint Museum of Art. I started about two weeks ago, but I work part-time, so today will be my sixth day. I work in Guest Services, and It’s so exciting. I meet lots of interesting people. You should definitely come visit!
About The Mint (what I’ve learned so far)
Mint Museum of Art has two locations that house an array of art forms. Mint Museum Randolph is the orignal museum established in 1936 as North Carolina’s first art museum. Mint Museum Uptown is the newest edition, opening it’s doors just two years ago on October 1, 2010. Mint Museum got its name from the 1st branch of the U.S. Philadelphia Mint located here in Charlotte near Mint and Trade streets. Much of this building was restored and relocated to the Randolph Road location. Today the original front of the U.S. Mint is the back facade of the museum. It’s Federal style architecture and large bald eagle statue are visible from the back gardens and sanctuary. This is probably the least viewed historic marker in the museum, as many guests neglect to tour the grounds and only visit the galleries. But I can’t blame them, it’s not a place one normally visits at a museum.
Mint Museum Randolph displays more traditional works of art, while Uptown has more contemporary pieces, but neither is specifically one or the other — There is a large amount of grey area in these collections of a museum that seems to resist being defined. Currently on display at Randolph are ceramic and textile arts of the Ancient Americas, several fashion exhibits, European art celebrating Queen Charlotte, and the upper level comprises many of their decorative arts. The most interesting note here. If you were a part of Charlotte Fashion Week 2012, one designer from the show has three pieces on display. KevinVain, as he branded himself, is all of 17 years old, and has three unique dresses in the special exhibition of And the Bead Goes On. Currently on display Uptown are the Craft and Design galleries, and American and Contemporary Art galleries. The special exhibitions on display are Against the Grain, a look at contemporary woodwork, and The Wier Family, American paintings by father and two sons from 1880-1900.
I still have a lot to learn about the happenings at Mint Museum of Art, but I think I’m fitting in to the company culture just fine. I’m finally feeling settled in to the Queen City and slowly becoming a part of Charlotte’s local art scene.
Rita Miles visits The Charlotte Today Show with several models in tow to display the fashions in this year’s Charlotte Fashion Week
With Charlotte Fashion Week kicking off tomorrow, Rita Miles, the creator and producer, visited the WCNC 36 set today for a special preview of Charlotte Fashion Week 2012 on The Charlotte Today Show, Monday September 17, 2012. Ms. Miles glowing enthusiasm for her event shined through in her interview with the host, Colleen Odegaard. Her passion for fashion also shows in the events surprising growth. As 2012 marks only the 2nd anual production of Charlotte Fashion Week, She is expecting as many as 8,000 guests to attend the four day event — A 25% increase from their inaugural performance.
Featured in the preview was Paul Kenna modeling menswear for Taylor Richards Conger. You can see Paul Wednesday night for Gentlemen Swank. The best of fall fashions for the modern male will be exhibited. This event is hosted at Emerson Joseph, 221 S. Tryon St. Admission is complimentary!
Also Featured in the Charlotte Today preview were Christina Daniels and Jenna Petraglia modeling a Robert Craig printed maxi dress and Carolina Wellness recyclable piece made from blue surgical masks and robes. Jenna will be walking the runway Thursday modeling a design by Lineage Bridal during fashion week’s Bridal and Couture Night, as well as Saturday displaying the recyclable piece she wore today.
Below are behind the scenes pictures of the WCNC studio taken by members of the Seen Team, Alex Garcia and Jonathan Benitez.
For more pictures of the Seen Team and all the action behind the SEENs follow them on Instagram and Twitter @Charlotteseen #CLTFW2012 and like them on Facebook. For more information visit their website, and if you’d like to attend the shows you can purchase tickets online.
A Photo Blog: The Charlotte Seen Team works after hours producing the 2012 Charlotte Fashion Week
Charlotte Seen is hard at work producing the upcoming 2012 Charlotte Fashion Week, September 18- 22. Here’s a behind the SEENs look at the Seen Team and the stuff that keeps them going when they burn the midnight oil to make this event a sucees.
Front Of House TeamMorning CoffeeBack Of House TeamWe love Activate Water!A wallflower at the Southend Dentistry Grand OpeningDNC 2012Late Night At Denny’s……And their breakfast for 4th Meal was amazing!
For more pictures of the Seen Team and all the action behind the SEENs follow them on Instagram and Twitter@Charlotteseen#CLTFW2012 and like them on Facebook. For more information visit their website, and if you’d like to attend the shows you canpurchase tickets online.
I started volunteering at Charlotte Seen last week. They are a red carpet company who also produces Charlotte Fashion Week that will run Sept. 18-22. I’m really excited to assist with marketing and public relations. I’m also hoping this will present several networking opportunities. In any case, this is a good thing — I’m out of the apartment. I’ve been losing my mind sitting inside all day looking for jobs. We’ll see as more unfolds, since tomorrow is only my second day.
I’m working towards giving with blog slightly more structure. So, I made a schedule of events; a timeline.
Blog Timeline: Yes, kind of like Facebook’s.
Tuesdays: expect a more personal update post of things I do and see.
Thursdays: a more newsworthy article of local or special interest
