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Princes William and Harry's Portrait Absent from the Reopened National Portrait Gallery

June 13, 2023 in Arts & Culture by Julian Everett

In a surprising move, the British National Portrait Gallery has decided not to display the portrait of Princes William and Harry as it reopens its doors this June, following a massive renovation that cost an estimated £35 million.

A Stunning Photoshoot of Neidpath Castle in Scotland

July 14, 2023 in Travel & Destinations by Julian Everett

Neidpath Castle, a fourteenth-century fortress nestled by the River Tweed in Scotland, takes center stage in a recent breathtaking photoshoot. The castle has a storied past, situated in a region that has been home to literary greats such as Walter Scott, John Buchan, and William Wordsworth. Notably, the enchanting landscapes surrounding the castle frequently found their way into the works of famed painter JMW Turner.

Farralone House: The Iconic Bauhaus Gem with a Star-Studded Past Hits the Market for $16.5 Million

Aug. 27, 2023 in Travel & Destinations by Charlotte Sinclair

If walls could talk, the ones at the iconic Farralone House would have stories to tell of Hollywood legends and on-screen performances. Built in 1951 by architect William Pereira for banking heiress Dora Hutchinson, the house is a Bauhaus marvel boasting 6 bedrooms and 7 bathrooms. Over the years, it has served as home to Frank Sinatra from the mid-1950s to the mid-1960s, Judy Garland, and Lucille Ball.

Linda Evangelista and Steven Meisel: An Iconic Duo Returns for WSJ Ahead of Book Release

Sept. 5, 2023 in Photography & Visuals by Julian Everett

The iconic partnership of photographer Steven Meisel and supermodel Linda Evangelista takes center stage again with a new series of black-and-white photographs featured in the Wall Street Journal. This artistic reunion coincides beautifully with the upcoming release of a book, "Linda Evangelista Photographed by Steven Meisel," set to be published by Phaidon on September 13th.

A Nostalgic Dive into 1989: Unearthed Celebrity Portraits from Playboy's "20 Questions" Column

Sept. 14, 2023 in Models & Actresses Photos by Charlotte Sinclair

The vintage allure of bygone eras often holds a treasure trove of forgotten masterpieces—whether it be fashion, film, or, in our case today, photography. After sifting through a comprehensive archive of Playboy USA, we stumbled upon a goldmine: the iconic and often overlooked celebrity portraits from Playboy’s long-running "20 Questions" column. The focus of today’s piece is the year 1989—a time marked by big hair, even bigger personalities, and boundary-pushing artistic endeavors. And you’re in for a real treat.

The Trend of Diets: From Historical Practices to Modern Obsessions

Oct. 29, 2023 in Arts & Culture by Julian Everett

The world of nutrition and weight management has always been dynamic, characterized by evolving trends, new discoveries, and, inevitably, fads. Dieting, as a concept, has transcended mere health necessity to become a cultural and social phenomenon.

20 QUESTIONS - Dana Delany

April 23, 2024 in Models & Actresses Photos by Charlotte Sinclair

Dana Delany has an image problem. Sure, she has done steamy turns as William Dafoe’s ex-junkie girlfriend in "Light Sleeper" and a femme fatale in the miniseries "Wild Palms." But mostly Delany is remembered for playing McMurphy, the irrepressible and heroic nurse in TV’s Vietnam war drama, "China Beach."