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The Boston Arts Festival to Feature Sophisticated Entertainment & Artistry

Written by Julie Fairweather Wednesday, 08 September 2010 19:36

Weekend Long Festival to Feature Local Artisans like Jenn Sherr Designs

The Boston Arts Festival features the best of the Boston Arts Scene – both visual and performance – started in 2003 as a single afternoon event. The festival has since expanded into a 3-day celebration incorporating a diverse performing arts program and a specially built artists’ village.
This year’s festival will take place on Friday, September 10, 2010 from 12 noon to 6:00 pm (visual artists) and from 5:45 to 7:30 pm (performances); Saturday, September 11, 2010 from 12 noon to 6:00 pm (visual artists) and 12:30 to 6:30 pm (performances); Sunday, September 12, 2010 from 12 noon to 6:00 pm (visual artists) and 12:30 to 5:45 pm (performances).
Based in the idyllic Christopher Columbus Park on Boston’s waterfront, the festivities glisten in perfect symmetry with the parks surroundings perfect for hosting also family friendly activities.
The festival features over 70-juried artists from Boston and a performance program on 2 stages showcasing Boston’s best performing arts groups and performers. Previous participants in the festival include Boston Ballet, Blue Man Group, Everyday Visuals, Zili Misik, Opera Boston, Aine Minogue, OrigiNation, Boston Pops, Bleu and Boston Lyric Opera.
Jenn Sherr is a Boston designer, whose intriguing decoupage creations are certain to be a focal point at the festival. Since the age of five Jenn has been involved in various art forms. Her mother is an artist and Jenn was exposed to Collage and Faux Painting at an early age. While residing in Miami, Jenn was sought out by designers to faux paint projects and customize furniture using her special Collage techniques. Eventually Jenn moved back to Boston in 2000 and continued painting furniture for private clients. In the summer of 2001, Jenn exhibited her work in a Mother-Daughter collaboration at a gallery on Martha's Vineyard. Storeowners on the Vineyard enthusiastically responded to her work and she received substantial orders. From that moment Jenn was inspired and began creating bracelets and handbags as well as home accessories. The response from galleries and shop owners has been exhilarating. Jenn personally visited every shop in the Boston area and her products are now included in over twenty shops nationwide including Miami and the Vineyard.
It is not unusual for people to stop her on the street and comment on her jewelry or handbag! There is no age range to her work. Celebrities own pieces and even her young nieces covet her bracelets. Jenn's work has been featured many times in the Boston Globe. The What's Hot Pages of Stuff Magazine highlighted shoes done with Jenn's collage technique. Boston Magazine included Sherr Designs in the eight key items for fall and she appears regularly in South End News.
Jenn also teaches The Art of Collage at three schools. Jenn's work can be customized to fit any theme. If you have a favorite item it can be translated to a handbag, bracelet or a piece of furniture. Wedding invitations are often reproduced.
Jenn custom collages shoes on any theme along with bracelets, handbags, furniture or an item of your choice. Jenn is a Boston Certified Artist and an active member of the Boston Arts Community. Collage is a wonderful method to preserve memorabilia in an unusual way. Jenn can do that for you! Be sure to stop by the Boston Arts Festival and introduce yourself to Jenn. Or visit her website at www.jennsherrdesign.com to check out her innovative talents and stunning products. DWN
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Jennifer Sherr Designs
59 Wareham Street Studio
12, Boston, MA 02118
617-842-7807
www.jennsherrdesign.com

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Ovations for the Cure of Ovarian Cancer Presents 5th Annual Fashion Show and Design Competition

Written by Julie Fairweather Wednesday, 08 September 2010 04:24

Ovarian cancer non-profit kicking off Boston Fashion Week

Ovations for the Cure of Ovarian Cancer of Natick, MA, a national ovarian cancer organization, will host its 5th Annual Stuart Weitzman Fashion Show on Saturday, September 25, 2010, at the Four Seasons Hotel, Boston, during Boston Fashion Week. This event will also celebrate September as National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month.
This CHIC-Cure Her in Couture-presentation is a multifacted celebration of Ovations founder, Patricia Franchi Flaherty, and will feature a fashion installation, the “Teal Design Competition”, and two runway shows: first, Stuart Weitzman's Autumn/Winter 2010/11 Collection, with apparel by Gretta Luxe, and to close the evening, Michael De Paulo's Spring/Summer 2011 collection. The event will be hosted by Tonya Chen Mezrich, and styled by Joseph Gordon Cleveland and Brigid Nastasia for CONTRA.
The “Teal Design Competition” will feature three semifinalists on the runway, answering questions from our esteemed panel of judges. Jay Calderin, the Founder and Executive Director of Boston Fashion Week, will present this portion of the evening.
Prior to the runway show, guests will be greeted by a fashion installation featuring W.M.H. Harris furs and Catalina de La Torre's Autumn/ Winter 2010/11 collection, a Judith Ripka jewelry bar (with proceeds benefitting Ovations), a fashion short film starring Tonya Chen Mezrich in Michael De Paulo (produced by CONTRA), a charitable drawing, and a silent auction of a Michael De Paulo evening gown. Guests will enjoy passed hors d'oeuvres, and sparkling wine donated by Barefoot Wine & Bubbly.
Models are courtesy of Dynasty Models & Talent, with hair styled be Mizu. Sponsors of this event include Genentech, Flaherty Plumbing & Heating, Twinbrook Insurance, and Sisco Family Jewels.
“We are thrilled to be working with extremely talented people in every aspect of this upcoming show”, said Lisa Collamore Tocci of Ovations. “The amount of support we have already seen is overwhelming; we ARE going to make a difference in the fight against this insidious disease.”
“I am honored to once again join forces with a remarkable organization, Ovations for the Cure benefiting woman’s health. I have always admired and designed for a strong woman”, said Michael De Paulo. “Therefore, it could not be more fitting than to showcase my spring ’11 collection at this magical event prompting Boston Fashion Week.”
Sponsorship and program book opportunities are still available. Tickets are pre-sale only and can be purchased online at www. ovationsforthecure.orgor www. chicfashionshows.com. Ticket prices start at $100.
About Ovations for the Cure:
Ovations for the Cure, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to the relentless pursuit of a cure for ovarian cancer in three critical ways. First, by providing critical funding of new and ongoing ovarian cancer research and treatment initiatives. Second, by actively increasing the awareness of the subtle signs and symptoms of this silent disease. Third, by giving hope, education and comfort to those currently battling ovarian cancer through its patient programs. The organization was founded in 2006 by nine-year ovarian cancer survivor Patricia Franchi Flaherty, who also lost her mother to the disease. Patty decided to dedicate her life to raising awareness of the risk factors and subtle warning signs of this often overlooked women’s cancer so no other women would have to endure what she did. For more information about Ovations, please visit www. ovationsforthecure.org.
About Michael DePaulo:
Michael De Paulo has been designing gowns and dresses ever since he was a child. After graduating with a Masters In Architecture, De Paulo decided to pursue his passion for fashion. He started his own fashion label Michael De Paulo Couture featuring couture cocktail and evening dresses. In 2006, De Paulo garnered the attention of the renowned fashion legend, Joan Kaner who offered him quality advice (after reviewing fashion sketches) in pursuing his dream. Since that time, De Paulo has designed five couture collections capturing the eye of buyers and press alike. He has built up a roster of finer stores including Saks Fifth Avenue that sell his couture creations. Also, to his credit he has been published in various fashion publications and style features including Women’s Wear Daily. His couture gowns have been adorned by celebrities including Gina Tagnoli who recently won best supporting actress at this year’s Daytime Emmy Awards in De Paulo Couture.
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Ovations for the Cure of Ovarian Cancer
251 West Central St Suite
32 Natick, MA 01760
508.655.5412
www.ovationsforthecure.org