TALA is the final leg of the “OSR tour” for 2015. The Cloud Orchid Crew is sad that we are unable to attend, but looking forward to checking back in 2016. The insanity calls to us, and patients are always taken back home. We wish our friends well and hope they create many lovely works … Continue reading
Monthly Archives: March 2015
Today’s Event – Moundsville Penitentiary Private Photo Tour
Currently, co-editor Bryan Thompson of Graffiti Photographic is transitioning from his post in Afghanistan to Dubai. Due to this, the Cloud Orchid Crew will not be a part of the “OSR Tour” which includes the Moundsville Penitentiary tour. We are disappointed to miss out on this great event, but hope it will be on the … Continue reading
Today’s Event – Pirates, Sea-Hags & Scallywags
An under the sea themed burlesque event featuring The 1901 DAMNsels & Glam Guests, including Viva Lamuerte. Our Cloud Orchid Crew member Seth Nayes, aka Madame Envy will also be performing at this bubbly event. Also featured: Miss Vine Sultry Susan Millie May Wanda Makeout Queerella Fistalot Juju Minxxx Cruel Valentine Dahlia Fatale Sanjula Vamana Dusty Bahls Krysia … Continue reading
Today’s Event – 2015 Kious Ohio State Reformatory Group Shoot
by Cloud Orchid Magazine It is with a heavy heart that we announce the Cloud Orchid Crew will not be attended OSR 2015. Co-editor Bryan Thompson of Graffiti Photographic is currently transferring from his post in Afghanistan to a more hospitable post in Dubai. With Bryan unable to go, co-editor Little Alice cannot attend either. … Continue reading
Past Issues – Spring 2013 Issue
Spring fashions are the breath of fresh air we crave after a long frigid winter. Indulge in light and breezy fashions, featuring photographer Nina Pak, and previews of the splendid Not In Kansas fashion event. Purchase here Continue reading
Blast from the Past – ThatTrend 2008
The origins of “Little Alice” and “Ophelia Darkly” is a frequently requested tale. The two were best friends in the first place, having met officially in 2002. Six years later, they embarked on a sunny afternoon photo shoot that would shape the rest of their young adult lives. Photographer Philip Levasseur “ThatTrend” contacted Ophelia, requesting … Continue reading
Harem of Oddities
Madame Envy produces “Harem of Oddities” at Berlin Nightclub The most crucial aspect to being an artist is evolving and exploring your craft. Seth Nayes, aka Madame Envy and “Marvel” has been furthering himself as a living art. What began as modeling, a static art, has turned into live performance; first in burlesque, and now … Continue reading
Artist- Little Alice – Oiran
Co-editor and chief writer, Little Alice, has in recent years picked up the reins of painting and drawing. Her journey began in high school, taking a series of art classes that honed her skills and fueled her love for the craft. Alice specialized in pencil drawings and water colour painting. She put her works and … Continue reading
Artist- Lalla Essaydi
The old phrase goes “a picture is worth a thousand words,” however, what happens when you combine that picture with words? Artist Lalla Essaydi overlays “deliberately indecipherable” caligraphy onto her photos. These words are inspired by the subjects, telling their story in a secretive way. Each photo is like a rich chocolate truffle to the … Continue reading
Artist- Kawara – Living Each Day
Kawara December 24, 1932-June 27, 2014 “I am still living” A simple message. One sent regularly via telegram to family and friends from Kawara. Life has always kowtowed to the hustle and bustle of social obligations, and yet, Kawara flaunted these expectations. Post cards bearing a time stamp reflecting the hour he woke up … Continue reading