2021 marks Jamie Elliott McPherson’s 22nd year in the interior design industry. His career began as a certified kitchen designer in Atlanta, Georgia. After receiving many requests to take his design expertise from the kitchen to the whole home, Jamie began offering full interior design services. McPherson’s love for creating classic, comfortable, and inspired living spaces brought him to create J. Elliott Style, a boutique interior furnishings and kitchen design showroom, located in historic downtown Highlands, NC. In addition to starting J. Elliott Style, he has started working with the PR firm A Design Partnership based in Los Angeles, CA.
Along with bespoke cabinetry, upholstery and case goods, J. Elliott Style offers interior design services, original local art, unique accessories, and a variety of specialty candles. Jamie believes, while injecting his fresh and modern approach to design, every project should be personalized for his clients and an authentic representation of who they are.
Elliot Style’s storefront at 215 North Fourth Street is a Purveyor Of Fine Home Furnishings, Bespoke Goods and the showcase for the full interior design talents of Jamie Elliott McPherson. His love for creating classic, comfortable, and inspired living spaces brought him to create J. Elliott Style, a boutique interior furnishings and kitchen design showroom. There you can purchase accessories, local art and a variety of specialty candles.
Jamie’s approach to personalized, bespoke design has extended farther than his experience in interior design. McPherson has demonstrated his ability to make personalized magic, having experience in event production and making countless couples’ dream weddings come to life. Jamie is notable for his multifaceted capabilities, with services ranging from bespoke furniture production to sourcing local art. The company also provides their wide variety of services to all of the Southeast United States.
Jamie Elliott McPherson has a passion for loose and wild floral arrangements, tiny tables, and color palettes inspired by the Scottish Highlands. Jamie’s design aesthetic has been influenced by his education in historic preservation, international travels and a passion for comfortable living. The timeless spaces he creates are modern, unfussy and approachable all the while infused with elements of classic design. Mixing clean-lines with well curated antiques, natural textiles, bespoke furnishings and one of a kind objet d’art to produce a collected look is distinctly J. Elliott’s signature style.
One thing that is undeniable when looking at all of Jamie McPherson’s work is his ability to curate and bring his client’s vision to life while also maintaining his own stylistic touch. Another main aspect of his design philosophy is accentuating and expanding upon the features that are already present in a space, whether it be a kitchen, venue or home. Throughout all of his ventures from planning weddings to producing bespoke furniture, he has maintained elegant and sought-after aesthetics while staying true to his vision of creating what his customers want.
HOFA Gallery NFT artworks will appear alongside corresponding physical artworks at London exhibition this week
Press preview in gallery and virtually: Thursday 13 May 2021, 10.00 – 18.00 (BST)
As the NFT artwork phenomenon continues to expand the boundaries of collectible art, HOFA Gallery is boldly reprising their role as pioneers with the upcoming release 15 May release of NFT artworks as digital complements to physical works currently on display in the ‘Matter & Form’ exhibition.
The planned press preview will take place at HOFA Gallery, Mayfair on Thursday 13 May 10.00 – 18.00 (BST) in gallery or virtually by appointment (photographers and videographers welcome).
Jan Kalab, Loribelle Spirovski, Gregory Siff and Darian Mederos, four widely celebrated feature artists in HOFA’s latest group exhibition, will release their crypto artworks on via a special collaboration with MakersPlace – the world’s largest art NFTs marketplace. This move bridges the perceived gap between conventional art and digital art and is part of HOFA’s ongoing effort to put contemporary art within reach of today’s younger, tech-savvy art collectors.
HOFA Co-founder Elio D’Anna says “Traditional, conventional art has always struggled with the problem of accessibility, which meant that many people were excluded from enjoying and investing in art. Furthermore, it has meant that artists could only reach a fraction of their potential audience.”
He continues “Finally, the world of digital is steadily levelling the field, and today we are seeing the NFT phenomenon address this problem of accessibility in a new way by giving legitimacy and currency to digitally subsisting art.“
In 2018, HOFA made headlines when it became the first to embrace the possibilities of blockchain-powered cryptocurrency by making their entire art holdings available for purchase using Bitcoin and Ethereum. Along with innovative partners, HOFA also helped established the world’s first digital asset-based art investment platform which enables full and partial investments in blue-chip contemporary artworks using secure blockchain technology to authenticate and record transactions.
HOFA Co-founder Elio D’Anna sums up “By embracing the world of collectible NFT art, both the gallery and our emerging and established contemporary artists can exponentially expand their reaches. We are finding these new audiences, consisting mainly of Millennials and Gen Zs, are enthusiastic about art and keen to have digital-first art experiences that are easily personalized and conveniently accessible via smart devices.”
Press preview: ‘Matter & Form’ at HOFA Gallery, Mayfair on Thursday 13 May 2021, 10.00 – 18.00 (BST), in gallery and virtually by appointment only.
In compliance with Covid-19 safety protocols, all visits to the gallery will be strictly on RSVP basis.
‘Homme 277’ NFT by Loribelle Spirovski drops on MakersPlace 15 May 2021‘Breathing Turkis Lagoon’ NFT by Jan Kalab drops on MakersPlace 15 May 2021 ‘Games of Youth & Legend’ NFT by Gregory Siff drops on MakersPlace 15 May 2021
Polestar Announces Partnership with Circulor as an Important Step in Transparency Journey
Polestar enters strategic partnership with blockchain provider Circulor
Collaboration targets blockchain traceability and CO2e tracking
Progressive in scope and ambition, partnership enables unprecedented supply chain transparency
Polestar, the electric performance car brand, is spearheading a movement for transparency throughout the automotive industry to accelerate the shift to a climate-neutral future. In April 2021, the company announced plans for a climate neutral car by 2030—Polestar now communicates an important step on its transparency journey, announcing a new partnership with blockchain provider Circulor.
Polestar already works with Circulor on the traceability of cobalt in the batteries for the Polestar 2 electric performance fastback. With this new partnership, Polestar and Circulor have set a progressive scope and ambition that aims to entail a range of raw materials, focusing on those with identified risks in either environmental and/or human rights, such as nickel, mica, manganese, graphite and lithium, amongst others.
True climate action needs transparency, and the aim with CO2e tracking is to finally see the embedded emissions that have been created as part of the production process, per facility as well as those inherited from suppliers through the supply chain. The greenhouse gas tracking solution offered by Circulor enables a more accurate CO2e footprint than using generic emissions data from databases.
“Caring about ethics and the environment is key to Polestar. This unprecedented level of traceability means that Polestar can promote sustainable and ethical practices in its supply chain, and provide better transparency for consumers,” says Polestar CEO Thomas Ingenlath.
“We are delighted to be a strategic partner of Polestar and play a key role in enabling supply chain transparency for Polestar, its suppliers and its customers. Our platform’s ability to dynamically track and attribute CO2e across the supply chain will help enable Polestar’s moonshot goal to create a climate-neutral car by 2030,” says Douglas Johnson-Poensgen, Circulor CEO.
Circulor supports businesses in achieving more sustainable supply chains and works with blockchain technology to trace materials. A blockchain is a digital ledger containing a list of records linked to each other via cryptography. A ‘digital twin’ for the raw material being traced is created and the material is then tracked through the supply chain, creating a digital thread that follows and records the various industrial processes and transformations it undergoes.
This means that the source and the methods by which the raw materials are extracted, processed and transported, can be better regulated, helping to ensure that the materials used in battery production come from the expected mines or recycling facilities. Blockchain technology is already applied to Polestar 2, to support the traceability of cobalt in its batteries.
Polestar is on a mission to drive the shift to sustainable mobility. Supply chain transparency is one big step on the journey. Consumers will be able to follow the journey thanks to Polestar’s Product Sustainability Declaration, which discloses carbon footprint and traced risk materials through labeling on the company website and in Polestar Spaces, setting a unique transparency precedent for the industry.
About Polestar
Polestar is the independent Swedish premium electric performance car brand founded by Volvo Cars and Geely Holding. Established in 2017, Polestar enjoys specific technological and engineering synergies with Volvo Cars and benefits from significant economies of scale as a result. The company is headquartered in Gothenburg, Sweden, and its vehicles are available and on the road in ten global markets across Europe, North America, and China. In 2021, Polestar is expanding into eight new markets across Europe and Asia Pacific.
Polestar produces two electric performance cars. Polestar 1 is a low-volume electric performance hybrid GT with a carbon fiber body, 619 hp, 738 lb-ft of torque, and an electric only range of 60 miles – the longest of any hybrid car in the world. The Polestar 2 electric performance fastback is the company’s first fully electric, high volume car. The Polestar 2 model range includes three variants with a combination of long- and standard range batteries as large as 78 kWh, and dual- and single motor powertrains with as much as 408 hp and 487 lb-ft of torque.
In the future, the Polestar 3 electric performance SUV will join the portfolio, as well as the Precept – a design study vehicle released in 2020 that is slated for future production. Precept showcases the brand’s future vision in terms of sustainability, digital technology and design.
Images provided by: Taylor Vande Beek (Extension PR)
Tasha Smith Tapped as Director for Pilot Episode of Upcoming FOX Series “Our Kind of People” From Producers Karin Gist and Lee Daniels
Multihyphenate actress, director, producer and coach, Tasha Smith, has been brought on to direct the pilot and second episode of the upcoming Fox drama, “Our Kind of People,” inspired by the book by Laurence Otis Graham and produced by Karin Gist (Star, Mixed-ish) and Lee Daniels (Star, Empire.)
“Magic is something you create, and Showrunner Karin Gist has given new life to the special story that is Our Kind of People,” says Smith. “I am honored and thrilled to bring Karin’s work to life alongside Executive Producer Lee Daniels, who is a wonderful producer and mentor to me.”
Tasha has been taking the helm as director of several television projects including the upcoming Stars series, “Black Mafia Family,” where she also serves as Executive Producer, directing the pilot along with multiple episodes. She has also worked as director on top-rated series such as ABC’s “Big Sky,” Stars hit drama “P-Valley,” several episodes of Fox’s “911,” and The CW’s “Black Lightning.” Her work as an actress and acting coach have served as the foundation for her understanding and vision of what it takes to tell a story not only in front of the camera, but also behind it.
Tasha’s work as an acting coach, through her TSAW Actor’s Workshop, has been utilized by numerous luminaries including Mary J. Blige (for her Oscar nominated performance in Mudbound) and most recently with Andra Day on her Golden Globe winning and Oscar nominated performance as Billie Holiday in Hulu’s feature film, The United States vs. Billie Holiday.
Tasha is represented by Sherry Marsh (Marsh Entertainment,) Verve Talent & Literary Agency, and Darrell Miller (Fox Rothschild, LLP.)
About Tasha Smith
Tasha Smith is a multifaceted actress and director whose work brings style and intensity to the projects she works on, whether in front of or behind the camera. From her roles as “Carol” on Fox’s hit drama Empire, “Brenda” in Netflix’s Running Out of Time, to her critically acclaimed portrayal of the drug-addicted “Ronnie Boyce” in HBO’s Emmy Award winning mini-series The Corner, Tasha embodies her characters and gives them life.
Tasha’s memorable portrayal of “Angela” in Why Did I Get Married? and its sequel Why Did I Get Married, Too? sparked the creation of the spin-off series For Better or Worse on OWN, for which she earned an NAACP Image Award nomination for “Outstanding Actress in a Comedy Series.” Other feature credits include Lionsgate films Addicted and Daddy’s Little Girls (opposite Idris Elba), Sony’s Jumping the Broom, and Universal’s romantic comedy Couples Retreat, among others.
Most recently, Tasha has directed episodes of 9-1-1 for Fox, Black Lightning for The CW, the Untitled Tracy Oliver project for Amazon, Star on Fox, P-Valley on Starz, Tales on BET, as well as her directorial debut feature film for TV1 titled When Love Kills, which was nominated for a NAACP Award.
Tasha Smith’s infectious optimism and enthusiasm command attention in her professional and private lives. She takes time to share her inspirational life story through motivational speaking and mentoring emerging actors through the Tasha Smith Actors Workshop (TSAW).
“Made For More”, featuring NBA All-Star Donovan Mitchell.
“Made For More” is all about hydrating and celebrating a special kind of person – those who are in the pursuit to be better by making the most of every day, embracing their authenticity and making choices that result in better outcomes. As a world-class athlete, Donovan perfectly exemplifies the essence of this campaign.
7-time Grammy Award-winning superstar and Bodyarmor’s first-ever lifestyle equity partner, Carrie Underwood, is also featured within the “Made For More” campaign, which you can watch here! Watch the Made for More SportWater campaign featuring Donovan Mitchell here!
“It’s been exciting to stay involved with Bodyarmor and build upon the relationship I’ve had with them since 2018,” said basketball superstar Donovan Mitchell. “Today, we’re launching our new ‘Made for More’ campaign, showcasing how Bodyarmor SportWater is the ultimate all-day hydration partner for the most active and multi-faceted people out there. The alkaline pH9+ and proprietary electrolyte formula helps fuel my busy days and allows me to be more productive day-in and day-out.”
The Henry Ford’s Invention Convention Michigan honored student inventors for their outstanding inventions and problem-solving solutions during a virtual awards ceremony. Based on this year’s entries, 15 student inventors from across the state will be participating in the Raytheon Invention Convention U.S. Nationals, powered by The Henry Ford, taking place virtually on June 24, 2021.
Invention Convention Michigan provides an opportunity for youth inventors and entrepreneurs, 3rd-12th grade, to display their critical thinking and entrepreneurial skills. It’s a space for the Michigan STEM community to celebrate and be inspired by inventors and entrepreneurs of all ages, backgrounds and disciplines. More than 750 students participated in Invention Convention Michigan in their classrooms in 2021, with 205 inventors qualifying in the state finals.
Students showcased their inventions/products to a group of judges who selected winners based on the inventor’s process, the project’s impact, the problem solved and the inventor’s presentation. The competition is broken down into age brackets based on the National Competition Rules, with one grand prize winner selected.
This year’s inventors taking home top honors include:
Twelfth-graders John Canelopoulos, Jonathan Jackson, Cayden Saunders from Northville High School, received the Grand Prize, presented by AAA and 1st place honors in the 9-12th grade category for their COVID-19 Effective Face Mask for Athletes.
Eleventh-graders Sasha Lee and Adam Vander-Molen from Huron High School, received the Make the World Award, presented by Stanley Black & Decker for their Search and Rescue Drone Attachment System.
Eleventh-grader Emma Kaipainen from Huron High School received the Sustainability Award, presented by BASF and 2nd place honors in the 9-12th grade category, for her Walking Shipping Container Home.
Fifth-grader Tyler Parks, from Novi Meadows, received the Best Display Board Award, presented by Kerr Russell and 2nd place honors in the 3rd-5th grade category for his “Mailbot”.
Other first place winners included Shreyas Ikare from Novi Meadows in the 6-8th grade category for the Green Energy-Wind Operated Car Power Outlet, and 3rd-5th grade category winner Praseeda Munnagi, an independent inventor from Ann Arbor, for the “Clean Cube.”
Located in Dearborn, Michigan, The Henry Ford, a globally recognized destination, fosters inspiration and learning from hands-on encounters with artifacts that represent the most comprehensive collection anywhere, focusing on innovation, ingenuity and resourcefulness in America. Its unique venues include Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation, Greenfield Village, Ford Rouge Factory Tour, Benson Ford Research Center and Henry Ford Academy, a public charter high school. Together with its online presence found HERE, its national television series, The Henry Ford’s Innovation Nation, and Invention Convention Worldwide, The Henry Ford inspires individuals to unlock their potential and help shape a better future.
COVID-19 Wastewater Testing Proves Effective in New Study, Research Offers Needed Guidance for Early Detection in Nursing Homes, Dorms
Wastewater testing is an effective way to identify new cases of COVID-19 in nursing homes and other congregate living settings, and it may be particularly useful for preventing outbreaks in college dormitories, a new University of Virginia study finds.
The research, a collaboration of UVA’s School of Medicine and School of Engineering, was led by UVA Health’s Amy Mathers, MD. It offers some of the first clear guidance on the most effective methods to perform testing to detect COVID-19 in wastewater.
The researchers evaluated and compared sampling and analysis techniques by testing them within buildings with known numbers of positive cases. They were then able to determine wastewater testing’s strengths and limitations as a tool for monitoring COVID-19 in a building population. For example, the technique proved better at detecting initial infections than determining the number of occupants infected or how long they had been infected.
One important answer revealed by the research: Wastewater testing can detect even small numbers of asymptomatic cases, something not previously documented.
“This work could be applied to surveillance in buildings where people live in groups, where transmission may be hard to control but the risk of spread could be high,” said Mathers, an infectious disease expert in the School of Medicine’s Department of Pathology. “Since we can identify new infections with high sensitivity, it provides an early warning signal of when to test everyone in the building to find and isolate the newly infected persons before an outbreak becomes large.”
Wastewater Testing for COVID-19
To evaluate the effectiveness of wastewater testing for detecting COVID-19, Mathers collaborated with Lisa Colosi-Peterson, PhD, an associate professor in UVA Engineering’s Department of Engineering Systems and Environment, who connected with Mathers through UVA’s Center for Engineering in Medicine. They and their colleagues monitored wastewater from two student dormitory complexes for eight weeks. They then compared their findings to the results of periodic student testing UVA had implemented to prevent COVID-19 transmission. The researchers found that the wastewater testing caught more than 96% of cases.
One limitation of wastewater testing: It could not distinguish between new infections and virus found in stool from those who had recovered and were no longer contagious. That means the wastewater testing detected both active and former cases. “The inability to distinguish recently infected but no longer contagious persons from new contagious infections within a building is an important finding, as it means that wastewater testing would be best for identifying new cases and isolating individuals in groups without recent infections,” Mathers said.
UVA’s new research also establishes useful protocols for wastewater testing. In a scientific paper outlining their findings, the researchers describe how they collected and tested the samples, noting that refrigerating the samples on ice adequately preserved them for testing that same day. Institutions that plan to send their samples elsewhere for testing, however, may need to take additional steps to preserve the samples for longer, the researchers note. Cleansers and disinfectants used in the facilities could also degrade the viral RNA over time, they caution.
While the researchers are urging further study, they conclude that wastewater testing holds great promise for detecting and controlling COVID-19 in places where people live in close quarters. “Passive pooled surveillance of wastewater is now serving as an early warning system in many dormitories, barracks and prisons to identify new cases in situations where transmission risk is high,” Mathers said. “Applications for wastewater surveillance to inform and control infectious disease transmission will continue to evolve, but it is hard to believe how far and how fast we have come in the last year.”
Findings Published
The project was a collaborative effort of UVA’s School of Medicine, School of Engineering, School of Data Science and UVA Health’s Facilities Management. The research team consisted of Colosi-Peterson, Katie E. Barry, Shireen M. Kotay, Michael D. Porter, Melinda D. Poulter, Cameron Ratliff, William Simmons, Limor I. Steinberg, D. Derek Wilson, Rena Morse, Paul Zmick and Mathers.
Museum-style prints featuring the work of famous painters are trending right now! Choosing an iconic art print for your hallway, reading corner or living room is sure to brighten up the home and score you some cultural points. Desenio has some great options. If you want to tap into this new interior trend but you’re not sure which famous artist’s work to choose, here are some great options Desenio offers!
Pioneering Abstract Art by Hilma Af Klint
Hilma Af Klint was a true pioneer of abstract art and succeeded in developing symbolic imagery before any other known artist. Bring femininity, bold colors, and intrigue to your walls with her abstract works.
Impressionist Paintings by Monet
Claude Monet was a founder of French impressionist painting. Impressionism is an art movement considered to be very romantic due to the artists’ focus on using soft brush strokes to express the softness of the light. Prints featuring Monet are the perfect choice if you want to bring a sense of calm to your space.
Woodblock Prints by Hokusai
Katsushika Hokusai, known as Hokusai, is best-known for his woodblock print entitled The Great Wave off Kanagawa, or simply, The Wave. This work is iconic because Hokusai effectively communicates the size of the cresting wave by placing Mount Fuji as a relatively small landmark in the background.
Like many people, Anna Phillips is a dreamer and starts off each year with a new list of personal and professional goals and dreams. However, people soon get distracted with school, work, family, or other life responsibilities, and lose sight of what they hoped to achieve in the year ahead.
One year, Anna received a Dreame phone cover as a gift. “I was matched with an artist from Ireland, who took all of my goals and placed them in picture form on the back of a phone cover. Every time I looked at my phone, I was looking at my goals for the year, which kept me on track. Among the things I was able to accomplish that year were taking a vacation with my dad, enrolling in a salsa dancing class, and even planning a kick-ass birthday party for myself.”
Dreame (pronounced Dreamy) is a collective of artists, dreamers, and co-creators from around the world. Sharonna Karni Cohen co-founded Dreame after envisioning a world in which anyone can express themselves through their imagination, achieve their goals, and feel like creators–without necessarily having any artistic talent.
“I started Dreame after I would endlessly scroll through newsfeeds, slowly losing myself to the lives of others,” said Sharonna Karni Cohen, co-founder of Dreame. “I felt I had lost an understanding of why I am special–each of us are unique, especially when it comes to our own imaginations and ability to create. I never succeeded in art class, but I always fascinated others with my stories and imagination. There is a strong connection between the dreamers without artistic skills and the artists around the world seeking new opportunities.”
By creating an artistic vision board–including choosing a style and colors, uploading photos, and most importantly, sharing their dreams–anyone can turn their dreams into a unique piece of artwork, just like Anna did through the Dreamlist. One of 500 well-respected artists from around the world will then take this information to create a personalized art piece that will be framed and shipped to their home within two weeks of placing the order. This art can also be framed or placed on a variety of items that people use every day. It can also be included on items such as journals, yoga mats, phone cases, or prints.
Dreame also offers the opportunity for dreamers to pick their own artist from its Artist Collective. Dreamers can write their story, upload a photo, and then see their own story turned into a unique piece of art.
Seeing success in helping people visualize their personal dreams, stories, and ideas, Sharonna brought Dreame into the office and started The Dreame Workshop. This is a team bonding exercise that uses art and creative discussion to help employees visualize their company’s values and future direction while also manifesting their personal and professional goals.
The empowering and imaginative workshop opens up employees’ creative side, answers questions they haven’t considered before, and brings everyone together to discuss their personal dreams as well as dreams related to the future of the company they work for. Following the workshop, employees will have a clearer vision for the future of their company, the culture, and their own role in building this future. There is also an option to turn everyone’s collective goals into a unique piece of artwork, which can be hung in the office or placed on a variety of everyday items. The unique artwork created at previous Dreame Workshops has served as a visual asset for corporate materials. Additionally, these artworks have served as office art installations and swag for companies like Google, PayPal, IBM, UBS, Amdocs, WSC Sports, and more.
The Big Dream envisions the future of countries around the world and is inspired by hundreds of personal dreams. All of these inspirations that have been turned into different pieces of art are then puzzled together to form a collective dream. It began in 2017 when Dreame began creating works of art based on dreams from individuals in schools, cities and associations in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem. This artwork was digitally scanned and sliced, and then printed onto 1,500 yoga mats, which were then puzzled together in Rabin Square in Tel Aviv. A video of the 2017 Big Dream is available here.
This year, Dreame has partnered with other organizations and companies, including The Ramon Foundation, and The Peres Center for Peace and Innovation for The Big Dream. This will allow people to share their personal dreams and then see them projected around the world through the creation of a unique piece of artwork. On Tuesday, September 21, which is International Peace Day, this piece of artwork will be projected at locations such as the Peres Center; the Old Royal Naval College in London; the Tower of David in Jerusalem; the Leopold Museum in Vienna; and the ZAZ10TS gallery in Times Square in New York City. The final destination will be aboard a flight to the International Space Station as part of the ‘Sky’ mission with the second Israeli astronaut in space, Eytan Stibbe. The Big Dream has the capacity to encapsulate more than 100,000 dreams. Everyone is encouraged to share their dreams on this website, and can then standby and watch their dreams projected around the world.
About Anna
A few years after she had her dreams included on her phone cover, Anna Phillips continued to dream big. Originally from San Diego, she worked and traveled around the world. She was now living in Israel, while Nir, her Israeli boyfriend, lived in New York City. Nir shared a dream he had of one day camping together with their children and looking at the stars together.
Anna worked with a Dreame artist from China to turn this dream into a painting, which hung in Nir’s home for a couple of years. “This became an important part of our relationship and was a foreshadowing of what was to come.” Soon after that, Anna worked with the same Chinese artist to create another unique piece of artwork. This time, it was a signal to Nir that Anna was ready to take the next step in their relationship and tie the knot. Today, Anna, Nir, and their daughter Liviyah are all dreaming together.
*The featured image is from the Monday compilation. Working with employees at Monday, these images came from a Dreame Workshop and were included in employee’s journals and more.
Anna Phillips Proposal– A painting of Anna and Nir under a chuppah.
Anna Phillips Under the Stars– Anna worked with an artist in China to capture her boyfriend’s dream of camping under the stars with their family.
Anna Phillips and her phone– Anna’s annual goals were placed in picture form on her phone.
A CLASSIC CONCOURS COLLABORATION: THE OUTLIERMAN IS PROUD TO HAVE RENEWED ITS EXCLUSIVE STYLE PARTNERSHIP WITH PEBBLE BEACH CONCOURS D’ELEGANCE
Bologna-based atelier, The Outlierman, has renewed its exclusive style partnership with the world-renowned concours event, Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance. First established in 2016, this partnership involves the Italian brand creating a bespoke design for their handcrafted ties, with the pattern celebrating the theme of each event. Designed and produced exclusively for the illustrious event, each collector showcasing their distinguished vehicles will receive a complimentary tie, alongside the judges. Lovingly crafted by master craftspeople from Como in Italy, each tie incorporates 100% twill silk fabric (18 momi) and 100% wool interlining. Taking place on Sunday, August 15, 2021 – this year’s event will be 70th anniversary of Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance. The Outlierman is an Italian company that creates luxury automotive accessories for driving enthusiasts
Established in 1950, the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance is considered to be the world’s premier celebration of the automobile and takes place each year on the 18th fairway of Pebble Beach Golf Links, with the Pacific Ocean serving as stunning backdrop to the event.
Since 2016, The Outlierman has proudly partnered with Concours d’Elegance to produce bespoke handcrafted ties, which celebrate the theme of each occasion. Previous designs include the Bentley 8 litre silk tie (2019), the OSCA “the giant killer” silk tie (2018), a silk tie inspired by the masterpieces of the Italian car manufacturer Isotta Fraschini (2017) and a silk tie celebrating French car manufacturer, Delahaye (2016).
Made exclusively for the prestigious annual classic car event, each collector presenting their vehicle at Concours d’Elegance – alongside the judges adjudicating them – will receive one of the tailored ties, complimentary of The Outlierman.
Lovingly handcrafted by elite artisans from Como, Italy, each tie is made from 100% twill silk fabric (18 momi) and features a 100% wool interlining. The quality of the silk highlights bold colours and an elegant design; the key to any tie tailored for an established event such as Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance.
Andrea Mazzuca, founder of The Outlierman, comments: “Once again, my team and I are thrilled to extend our style partnership with Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance. Each year, we are so proud to work with this wonderful event, producing a bespoke design which is carefully created to embrace and celebrate each theme. As a regular visitor to the event myself, it’s a highlight on any classic car enthusiast’s calendar and it’s always an honour working with the Concours d’Elegance.
“My colleagues and I can’t wait to create this year’s design. As it’s the 70th anniversary of the event, it’s a very special occasion and one I know our designers can’t wait to work on.”
The Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance will take place on Sunday, August 15, 2021.
100% handmade in Italy
The Outlierman company was formed with a mission to handcraft a range of accessories inspired by the breath-taking beauty, supreme quality and timeless appeal of the world’s most iconic cars.
