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
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
All the fun and whimsy of Disney through designs by Stix & Roses and Dirty Rotten Vintage. Enjoy this DisneyBound fashion show from 2013. Purchase here Continue reading
Co-editor and chief photographer, Bryan Thompson, took a job opportunity as an air traffic controller at a base in Afghanistan. He has been there since the Summer 2014. The crew has done their best to uphold the standards of Cloud Orchid, and have managed to bridge the distance using email and social media. Bryan has … Continue reading
There’s nothing better than curling up with a book on a warm sunny afternoon with a pitcher of iced tea. Except a book with pictures, perhaps. Indulge in dreams of warm weather this early spring with “Infidelity on a Sunny Afternoon.” Photography by Graffiti Photographic, model Nettie Harris, and poetry by Little Alice. Purchase here Continue reading
The growing trend of recycling and repurposing has found a place in the fashion world. The Redline Milwaukee art studio showcased this idea in the Repurposed 2013 Fashion Show where designs and gallery work came together. Each design was created using repurposed materials with the theme of water conservation. Purchase here Continue reading
Looking for a fantastic Christmas present for a fashionista? Spread holiday cheer with the Cloud Orchid Magazine 2014 Winter Issue. With US and International covers to choose from, this issue features work by model Jane Love and designer Wysterium Wear. Purchase US cover issue here Purchase International cover issue here Continue reading
A fashion show issue dedicated to the decadent VIP party held for viewing the premier of fashion runway season 12, featuring Timothy Westbrook. The party was crowned with a showing of the designs he had created since coming home from the show. Purchase here Continue reading
by Gena Appleby Photography Looking to sneak in a last minute slot with Seth Nayes? You might just score while he’s flitting through the East Coast! Tour includes Pittsburgh, Philadelphia, and New York. Thursday, December 11- Sunday, December 14 only. sethnayes@gmail.com Continue reading
The 2013 winter was the unveiling of a new era in Silversark fashion. A monochromatic palette of silver, black, and white glittered down the runway. With accessories by Deborah Olson, and Joan Junghans, the designs ushered in the start of an independent life as a full time designer and master craftsman for Silversark. Give the … Continue reading
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