Photography Wolfgang Tillman

It has been seven years since Turner prize Photographer Wolfgang Tillmans has had a major public exhibition in London. For fans of Tillmans work, and there are many, the wait is finally over. Since arriving in the United Kingdom from his homeland Germany twenty years ago Wolgang Tillman has redefined the photographic image and its presentation methods. Tillmans ability to deliver every theme and style of photo with equal importance appears to be one of his adored and most remarked upon abilities. This exhibition pulls together many iconic snapshots created since his arrival from images of his early career to the recent pieces created especially for this exhibit at the Serpentine Gallery. It is a stunning collection of work which reinforces all the attributes that Tillman is noted and respected for. Regardless of the themes which are broad, from the unconventional to the abstract subjects, the process of the print is the joyful soul of each piece. Until September 2010, finally again, the work of Wolfgang Tillman.


Text Katriona Flynn

Model Watch Monday: Belarus Born Dutch Beauty Hanna Samokhina

Born in Belarus, though raise in The Netherlands, definitely still qualifies her as a Dutch stunner. One can't help but be pulled in by those beautiful baby blues, her look is captivating and suits her strong bone structure perfectly. Hanna will be quite powerful on the runway this coming fashion week, I definitely expect to see her strutting in several shows. After all, she has already walked for Yohji Yamamoto, Rue du Mail, and most recently, Elie Saab Couture. With a face like that and standing at 5'10, it's not a surprise.

Agency:
Paris: WM Model Model Management
Milan: Joy Models


STATS: 

Height: 5'10
Hair: Light Brown
Eyes: Blue
Bust: 31.5"
Waist: 23.5"
Hips: 34.5"
DOB: March 17


photos credit: Just WM

All You Have To Do Is Dream

It's official: Inception is a summer box-office champion, finishing a third weekend at number one and pulling in almost 200 million dollars. So what makes it such a successful summer movie?

1. Leonardo DiCaprio is certifiable box-office gold. Put him in your movie and you're guaranteed a great performance. It's like algebra: good film + Leo = better film

2. The special effects, stunning visuals and OMG-inducing fight scenes are all seamlessly executed.

3. At the same time, this is a thinking movie, not just another popcorn-munching run-of-the-mill action flick. Props to director Christopher Nolan for believing that we want more out of our summer movies than mindless explosions!

4. The only thing better than watching Inception is the inevitable post-movie analysis. Nothing better than babbling with your friends about what everything in the film means - it's the sign of a truly mindblowing piece of art.

5. Did I mention Leonardo DiCaprio?

Wait - you haven't seen Inception yet? Stop reading and get yourself to a movie theater - dreams don't last forever, you know.

Text Molly O'Brien

I Scream, You Scream, Summertime means Ice Cream.

Everybody loves weird food. There’s a reason why Anthony Bourdain has become so popular: people seem to really enjoy the idea of freaky flavors, unorthodox food combinations, and anything that grants the wish for an escape from repetitive tastes, even if it’s watching someone eat a seal eyeball.

So we have Jake Godby, who opened San Francisco ice cream shop Humphrey Slocombe in December 2008. Godby takes a Bourdain-ish approach to his ice cream flavors, and while there is no Seal Eyeball flavor (not yet, anyway), there is Chocolate Smoked Sea Salt, Hibiscus Beet, and a banana-and-peanut-brittle concoction called Elvis (The Fat Years). Ben & Jerry’s this is not, but it manages to attract a sizable group of rabid fans obsessed with the ice cream parlor’s unconventional taste combinations. Anyone looking to swap their staid chocolate & vanilla cones for ice cream incorporating things like Jim Beam and cornflakes would benefit from stopping by Humphrey Slocombe, still going strong in San Francisco’s Mission district, check them out!

Text Molly O'Brien

Nicole Atkins

Unfortunately much of the music industry, especially indie-rock is dominated by male artist. There are a select few female singers who can hold their own and make an impact in scene. There are also female performers who are hidden treasures, such as Nicole Atkins.

Atkins has actually been around for a while, since 2002 to be exact. Though it wasn’t until 2005 when she and her band: Nicole Atkins and The Sea (now re-named Nicole Atkins and The Black Sea) were noticed.

Her music is known as “pop-noir” and she has been compared to Rilo Kiley’s Jenny Lewis. She has a very seductive voice and most of the time you envision her in a 1920’s lounge singing on a piano. However, the great thing about her is her ability to change that like with the song “Brooklyn’s On Fire” which instantly puts you in a feel good kind of mood.

She’s definitely an artist to follow and she is coming out with a new album in January, 2011. She's also currently on tour and will be visiting California, New York and Washington, among other places. Visit her website for more information.

Text Michelle Manetti