A Renaissance man is described as a person who is skilled in various fields or disciplines.  For the 1400’s, Leonardo De Vinci was the polymath. In terms of art and graphics in this era, Anthony D. Hooks is gifted. He is multi-talented artist with a futuristic style.

To understand Anthony Hooks, you must first dive into his background. He is a Houston Texas native, born and raised. In high school, Anthony excelled in athletics, but his true passion was art. He tried to attend college on a sports scholarship. After numerous attempts, Anthony decided to skip athletics and take a different career path. His family encouraged him to pursue art because as a child he was always drawing He was accepted to the Art Institute of Houston, and mastered the media and animation program.

Anthony Hooks is on the fast track to becoming an icon in the world of 3d art. His art is an array of technological features, mixed with beautiful photography. When asked to describe his style, he states “I just create what I’m feeling, music creates my work”. Upon first glance, you could tell lots of emotion went into his work. Anthony’s photos have clear creative focus. There’s an undeniable energy to his work; it grabs the viewers’ attention instantly.  The subjects of his photos can vary, from sexy models, animals, and even landscapes.  Anthony’s art has been featured in numerous magazines. In 2007- 2009, he was featured in Digital Arts magazine, and Miami Magazine (the fashion magazine). His artwork continues to gain popularity in the art industry.

Aside from working with marketing firms on various projects, Anthony does independent work too. He owns a fashion collection called Genuine. He applies unique digital designs to tee shirts for both men and women. He also has a blog with up to date industry news, and connections to all things… Anthony.

In the art industry, inspiration is the key to success. Anthony Hooks is a talented visionary with icon status. The mission statement for his clothing line is “To assure the development of creating authentic designs with great quality that stands out differently from others”. This mission statement is inspiring, and represents Anthony Hooks… a Renaissance man.

Photography by Aristotle Olay. Model Ashley Garner.

We are currently looking for male and female models to appear in Genuine By Anthony photo & video fashion editorials, that will be shot by Aristotle Olay.

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FASHIFY.com Casting Call – Rachel Lym Swimwear

Rachel Lym Swimwear will soon be available for sale in the FASHIFY Marketplace. We’re looking for models to appear in a FASHIFY campaign for Rachel Lym Swimwear. The models will be photographed by our very own FASHIFY principal photographer & fashion editor, Aristotle Olay.

Shoot Location: Miami Beach
Talent Type: Model(s)
Gender/Sex: Female
Requirements: Be attractive and fit. Big hair a plus but not requirement. Must fit size “small” swimsuit(s).
Shoot Style: Hipster-FASHIFY (a mix of NastyGal, American Apparel, Urban Outfitters).
Compensation: Money (Please accept PayPal), Tearsheet, & Finished Video (YouTube LInk)

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Their entrepreneurial spirit, a “handshake is a contract” way of doing business and their love of sports has flourished into a national business producing some of the industry’s finest headwear and apparel.  Today, the company boasts a portfolio of national licenses with MLB, NHL, NBA and over 400 college programs. “Today we proudly recognize the hard work and passionate spirit of my father and uncle over 60 years ago,” said Steven D’Angelo, vice president and second generation company co-owner.  ”We’re energized as a brand despite the dour economic situation, we are taking a proactive position to grow our business in 2009 and years to come,” said D’Angelo.

The brand platform harkens back to the origins of the company.  ”The goal was to create a fresh brand look that utilized an authentic foundation for us to direct all brand related programs,” said Steve David, director of marketing and communications.  ”The look and feel of our new pennant logo and incorporation of the year 1947 set the right tone to create an emotional attachment with consumers,” said David.

In 2008, Twins opened the company’s flagship retail store in Boston named ’47 and today unveils its new website at nineteen47.com designed in collaboration with Boston based web agency One Pica.  Apparel brand, Banner Supply Company was acquired by Twins in 2005 and will become Banner ’47. ’47 is a privately owned maker of sports licensed headwear and apparel based in Boston and Dedham, MA and employs 200 corporate and retail employees.

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America’s Next Top Model casting calls are coming back to South Florida, so get your compcards and modeling portfolios ready:

Miami Casting Location:

Miami/Ft. Lauderdale
Saturday, February 19
9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Registration ends at 2pm, arrive early
Nova Southeastern University
The Arena at the Don Taft University Center
3301 College Ave
Fort Lauderdale FL, 33314

Visit the official website to download & print-out the application. Click here.

ANTM Cycle 17 is casting now in other cities too!
Albuquerque
Monday, February 7
4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
University of New Mexico’s Student Union
1 University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM 87131-0001

Duluth, MN
Tuesday, February 8
2:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Greysolon Ballroom by Blackwoods
231 E. Superior Street
Duluth, MN

Wilkes-Barre/Scranton
Thursday, February 10
2:00 pm – 7:00 pm
The Shoppes at Montage
2275 Shoppes Boulevard
Moosic, PA 18507
(570) 344-3757

Myrtle Beach, SC
Saturday, February 12
9:00 am – 12:00 pm
The Grand 14 Cinema
@ Market Common
4002 Deville Street
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577

Monroe/El Dorado
Saturday, February 12
10:00 am – 2:00 pm
The King of Hearts & Bridal Shop
1707 Hudson Lane
Monroe, LA 71201

Columbus, GA
Saturday, February 12
10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Village Mall
1627 Opelika Rd
Auburn, AL 36830

Cheyenne
Saturday, February 12
10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Frontier Mall
1400 Dell Range Blvd
Cheyenne, WY 82009

Philadelphia, PA
Saturday, February 12
12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Atlantic City Outlets/The Walk
1931 Atlantic Avenue
Atlantic City, NJ 08401

Omaha, NE
Saturday, February 12
10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Nebraska Furniture Mart
7312 Jones St
Omaha, NE

Providence, RI
Saturday February 12
12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Swansea Mall
262 Swansea Mall Drive
Swansea, MA 02777

Alexandria, LA
Saturday, February 12
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
The Alexandria Mall
2201 Memorial Drive
Alexandria, LA 71301

Boise, ID
Saturday, February 12
10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Internet Auto Rent and Sales
10175 W. Fairview Ave
Boise, ID 83704

Midland/Odessa, TX
Saturday, February 12
1:00 pm – 4:30 pm
Music City Mall
4101 E 42nd Street
Odessa, TX

Grand Junction, CO
Saturday, February 12
11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Trendz
455 Main Street
Grand Junction, CO 81501

Baton Rouge
Saturday, February 12
10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Cortana Mall
9401 Cortana Place
Baton Rouge, LA 70815

Laredo
Saturday, February 12
1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Mall Del Norte
5300 San Dario Ave
Laredo, TX 78041

Peoria
Saturday, February 12
11:00 am – 2:00 pm
Shoppes at Grand Prairie
5201 West Mar Memorial Dr. Suite 322
Peoria, IL 61615

Wichita/Hutchinson
Sunday, February 13
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Eric Fisher Salon Academy
6727 West Central Avenue
Wichita, KS 67212

Tampa Bay
Wednesday, February 16
10:00 am – 3:00 pm
T. Pepin Hospitality Center
4121 N. 50th Street
Tampa, Florida 33610

Binghamton, NY
Wednesday, February 16
5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Plato’s Closet
1708 Vestal Parkway East
Vestal, NY 13850

Richmond/Petersburg
Thursday, February 17
11:00 am – 6:00 pm
The Shops at Willow Lawn
1601 Willow Lawn Dr.
Richmond, VA 23230

Columbus, OH
Thursday, February 17
12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Polaris Fashion Place
1500 Polaris Parkway
Columbus, OH 43240

Mobile/Pensacola
Thursday, February 17
11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Bob Tyler Toyota & Suzuki
7201 Pensacola Blvd.
Pensacola, FL 32505

Raleigh/Durham/Fayetteville
Thursday, February 17
5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Whitley Furniture Galleries
101 West Vance St.
Zebulon, NC 27597

Huntington/Charleston/Portsmouth
Friday, February 18
2:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Vern Riffe Centre for the Arts
Shawnee State University in Portsmouth, Ohio
940 2nd Street
Portsmouth, OH 45662

Lubbock
Friday, February 18
Registration
3:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Casting Call
Sunday, February 20
11:45 am
Lubbock Memorial Civic Center
1501 Mack Davis Lane
Lubbock, TX 79401

Houston
Friday, February 18
2:00 pm – 8:00 pm
PlazAmericas
7500 Bellaire Blvd.
Houston, TX
77036

San Diego, CA
Friday, February 18
8:00 am – 12:00 pm
NTC Promenade at Liberty Station
2875 Dewey Road
San Diego, CA
92106

Washington, DC
Friday, February 18
5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Lake Forest Mall
701 Russell Ave
Gaithersburg, MD 20877

Montgomery
Friday, February 18
2:00 pm – 6:00 pm
The Shoppes at Eastchase
7274 Eastchase Lane
Montgomery, AL 36117

Lake Charles, LA
Saturday, February 19
1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Prien Lake Mall
496 W. Prien Lake Rd.
Lake Charles, LA 70601

Miami/Ft. Lauderdale
Saturday, February 19
9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Registration ends at 2pm, arrive early
Nova Southeastern University
The Arena at the Don Taft University Center
3301 College Ave
Fort Lauderdale FL, 33314

Tallahassee, FL
Saturday, February 19
11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Seminole Grand Apartments
1505 Tharpe Street
Tallahassee, FL

Bakersfield
Saturday, February 19
9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Milan Institute
2822 F. Street
Bakersfield, CA 93301

Twin Falls
Saturday, February 19
10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Magic Valley Mall
1485 East Pole Line Road
Twin Falls, ID 83301

Billings
Saturday, February 19
9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Meridian Boutique (West End)
805 24th St.
Billings, MT 59102

Washington, DC
Saturday, February 19
11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Fashion Center @ Pentagon City
1100 South Hayes St
Arlington, VA 22202

San Francisco
Saturday, February 19
11:00 am – 3:00 pm
BlackHawk Plaza
3600 Blackhawk Plaza Circle
Danville, CA 94506

South Bend
Saturday, February 19
10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Michiana Beauty College
6323 University Commons
South Bend, IN 46535

Boise, ID
Saturday, February 19
10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Allante Family Medical
909 S. Allante Pl.
Boise, ID 83709

Savannah, GA
Saturday, February 19
9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Oglethorpe Mall
7804 Abercorn Extension
Savannah, GA 31406

Portland, OR
Saturday, February 19
10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Cosmetology Careers Unlimited
2030 NE 42nd Ave
Portland, OR 97213-1305

Davenport, IA
Saturday, February 19
9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Capri College
2540 53rd St
Davenport, IA

St Joseph, MO
Saturday, February 19
11:00 am – 2:00 pm
East Hills Shopping Center
3702 Frederick Avenue
St Joseph, MO 64506

Wichita Falls, TX
Saturday, February 19
9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Sikes Senter Mall
3111 Midwestern Parkway
Wichita Falls, TX

Toledo, OH
Saturday, February 19
12:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Toni & Guy Hairdressing Academy
3034 Wilford Drive
Toledo, OH 43615-1731

Dallas, TX
Sunday, February 20
10:00 am – 3:00 pm
The Aveda Institute
8188 Park Lane, Suite # C-150
Dallas, TX

Schenectady/Albany/Troy
Sunday, February 20
12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Vapor Night Club
at Saratoga Gaming
342 Jefferson St.
Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

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Put your modeling portfolio or photography portfolio on your wall. 

The holiday shopping season has just arrived and Art.com recently launched a new product called photos {to} art  that allows anyone to take their digital photo files and transform them into stunning, high-quality works of art that will last a lifetime. We’re thinking about getting a collection of some of recent photo-shoots mounted to artwork:

Not just for art buffs, or fashion professionals, a gift anyone can appreciate.

Who wouldn’t love to receive a family portrait, pet picture, vacation memory, etc. on a canvas print? Photos {to} art is a beautiful, thoughtful, and elegant way to preserve memories. What’s also great about photos {to} art is that you can customize the frame, canvas, acrylic, wood mounting, or a print of your art for anyone in your life.

Easy step by step instructions guide you through the art making process.

Step 1: Upload your high-res photo

Step 2: Choose the frame or canvas size you like

Step 3: Hang your custom artwork in your gallery or around the house.

Getting photos {to} art makes gift giving fun!

It makes a great gift for the holidays or for just about any occasion. The website is fast, and provides an easy user experience, providing you with side-by-side comparisons of changes made to your order.

You can choose different product sizes and formats: framing, canvas, wood mounting, acrylic, and print only. photos {to} art  have priced this new product competitively. It’s about 20% to 40% cheaper than their competitors.  

The prints are of high quality, with photographic paper which lasts 100 years or more. Art.com also have acid-free mats available, which help minimize discoloration of the image over time.

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Q. I’m a male model and I’m interested in this casting call. How do I apply?
A. It’s quite easy just fillout the form below.

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> 100 Percent Organic means that the product contains only organic ingredients.

> Organic means that the product contains 95 percent organic ingredients. The other five percent of the components must be from a list of acceptable non-organic substances. This list is put together by the government, not manufacturers.

> Made with Organic Ingredients tells you that the product is at least 70 percent organic. These products can list up to three individual organic ingredients or food groups. For example, a packaged stew that states it is made with organic ingredients can say “made with organic potatoes, carrots and peas.” These products do not qualify to carry the USDA Organic seal.

One could get lost in all the labels… organic, vegan, non-synthetic, “green”, earth friendly, vegetarian, paraben free, not tested on animals, and the list goes on. Do all these words some up the definition of “organic”? So we thought, let start with the basics..where would a regular person think to get some education on this matter? Simply put, Whole Foods Market defines organic as:

> Agricultural management practices that promote healthy eco-systems and prohibit the use of genetically engineered seeds or crops, sewage sludge, long-lasting pesticides, herbicides or fungicides.

> Livestock management practices that promote healthy, humanely treated animals by providing organically-grown feed, fresh air and outdoor access while using no antibiotics or added growth hormones.

> Food processing practices that protect the integrity of the organic product and disallow irradiation, genetically modified ingredients (GMOs) or synthetic preservatives.

> The term “Certified Organic” indicates that the product you purchase has been certified by either a private certifying agency or a state government agency that is fully accredited by the USDA.

> The word “integrity” means “a quality or state of being whole, unimpaired and in perfect condition.” When we say that something has “organic integrity,” we mean none of the factors that went into making it “organic” have been compromised by contamination, commingling or mishandling.

There is a more “mom and pop” point-of-view at The Fresh Market, but where else… how does the government or the USDA define organic?They seem to think similarly as well :

“Organic production is based on a system of farming that maintains and replenishes soil fertility without the use of toxic and persistent pesticides and fertilizers. Organically produced foods also must be produced without the use of antibiotics, synthetic hormones, genetic engineering and other excluded practices, sewage sludge, or irradiation. Cloning animals or using their products would be considered inconsistent with organic practices. Organic foods are minimally processed without artificial ingredients, preservatives, or irradiation to maintain the integrity of the food.”

All in all, it’s about balance. It’s about moderation. Everything you do, eat, wear, …less is sometimes more. FASHIFY fully supports every individual who is taking steps to take care of our Earth and what’s left of her resources.

*NOTE: Our model displays her natural beauty with minimalistic makeup and clothes courtesy of our store.

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We’ve recently been setting up many photos with models, and wardrobe stylists here in Miami Beach. It’s our way of connecting fashion professionals and individuals within the fashion community. As a fashion photographer in Miami, I come from a photography background where I like to limit the amount of staff that I have on set for shoots. In fact, I’ve been known to just grab a camera, a reflector, and my car keys and just take on a impromptu photo shoot for designer clients, or just for my personal portfolio. There’s something about having the ability to get up and go, that makes shoots a little more interesting.

I’m sure I’d feel the same way if I were model (which I used to do back in the day — saving that story for another blog post). I actually still have a love for really great makeup. Now I’m not a makeup artist but I know the difference between pharmacy bought makeup supplies and the good stuff. So yes, the secret is out I’m a complete fashion fiend (2 parts photography fiend + 1 part makeup fiend).

I recently came across a great makeup website called BH Cosmetics. They sell a variety of different makeup supplies such as lipstick, primer, eyeshadow, that can meet the needs of the prepared DIY model, to the more seasoned professional makeup artist.
I am particularly a fan of their 120-Color EyeShadow Palletes. Awesome from getting the smokey eye look, or for photo shoots that need a kaleidoscope of color around the eyes. I like that BH Cosmetics eyeshadow is “highly pigmented” and bendable with strong staying power, and since we’re having plenty of photo shoots scheduled down the road, ordering from their website would be convenient to our fashion plans.

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Here is what, in FASHIFY’s opinion, describes the look of Miami’s locals : First stop, SOUTH BEACH.

Oh the hustle and bustle of good ole’ SoBe. Where 50-year-olds are just as fit as the 25-year-olds, and the nightclubs take full responsibility for people’s insomnia. The smell of the beach sands and sweaty tanning oiled bodies, it just does something to you. You have to appreciate the affect all these components have on the way of life here and, serendipitously, the fashion. Bottom line on the Trend: American Apparel & ALDO‘s lovechild.

Slap on some funky leggings, shirt (that, coincidentally, converts into a dress as well), rustic belt, hobo bag, a piece of bling and you’re good to go. The key is making sure one of your pieces have an eccentric color to them. And for those that have an inner rockstar, as far as the bling goes…keep it on your accessories. Also keep in mind, as one sign frankly puts it, “No Shirt, No Shoes, No Service.” Enough said. ** (->photo credits-> model. makeup. hair. photog)**

CORAL GABLES : People love the Gables for many different reasons. There’s so much old, now built on by the new, but you still see the traces of the old to make you remember and appreciate. Large parts have been overrun with UM students, other sides are a bit more ritzy, then there’s your “in-betweens”. But you will know it for having one of the best college sports teams ( go Canes!), it’s lush shopping selections at Merrick Park, the viewing pleasures of Miracle Mile, and the Mediterranean style homes with matching bodegas on every corner.

Bottom line on the Trend: Multi-Purpose wear. In other words, what you wear needs to be appropriate for all functions that arise that day. Stick to khakis,linens, & lightweight overall. Just carry at least 3 different pair of shoes in the trunk of your car. **(->photo credits-> model. makeup. hair. photog)**

COCONUT GROVE : A place of inspiration. A place of tranquility. Ideal for writers, indie bands, treehuggers, and all Bohemians-at-heart to call home. With villas, lofts, & studios galore, there are options for a person to secure a great hideaway from the “city” to truly stay inspired, at every turn. Each person you come in contact with here, the true locals, are always so calm cool and collected in nature.

If enough of them grouped up in this one place, it’d be WoodStock all over again. Bottom line on the Trend: Urban OutFitters owns this city’s soul. Think earthy. Fedoras , Saris , and wedged gladiator sandals. A key piece of wardrobe here is to have a wide variety of cardigans. You could walk your Pomeranian down the street in your underwear.. as long as you have a cardigan. **(->photo credits-> model. makeup&hair. photog)**

BRICKELL/DOWNTOWN : The land of the “suits”. Business meetings. Client lunches. Renovation draw ups. One big secret..the freaks don’t just come out at night. Don’t let the shuffled pace of the daytime fool you. There is alot of “reading between the lines” and “innuendos” passed around on the crosswalks here from 9 to 5. What do you get when you mix an area with 1 main public college campus branch, 150+ marketing firms, 200+ lawyers & attorneys offices, 250+ real estate offices, the Miami Police Department and City Hall smack dab in the middle of it all? Lots of “coffee breaks” in the middle of the day. That’s what they call it.

Bottom line on the Trend: Retro Glamour meets business chic. Keep in mind, it’s safe to assume Downtown has the most secretaries employed, second to Manhattan. The trend is to keep Downtown’s big secret, hidden. This is what the fashion is used for here, to hide the tigers in these people.

DESIGN DISTRICT : For eclectic fashionistas and art lovers alike, the two meet common ground in the graffiti covered overpass near the intersection of I-195 and Biscayne Blvd. This is where one would have an art gallery opening, exhibit, showing, expose’ and the like. Yes. Under the overpass. But there are more traditional options, that the more traditional people would go to. This District is more for the “nontraditional” though. When Art Basel rolls into town, you get to hob-knob-with-the schnobs, but its also a perfect opportunity to express your views of life, or promote a cause, not only on a canvass, but on a clothing item of your choosing.

Bottom line on the Trend: Oldie-but-a-Goodie. Old era meets new era. Pieces that are “out” and some that are being brought back “in” to style. Key accessory: artsy cosmetic case used as a handbag for the evening. Another side of the style is what rich people would wear to blend in and not let people know they’re as rich as they really are. Mellow, but classy. **(->photo credits->