WCP • 23rd March 2023

Sara Baras and More Best Bets for March 23–29 - WCP

For 49 years, the DC History Conference has provided a platform for those looking to explore and better understand the complexities of Washington and its past, present, and future; a key step to furthering the District’s self-rule. In 1973, when D.C. scholars found themselves facing a lack of opportunity to present their academic work, they created their own. Speaking with City Paper, Laura Hagood Executive Director of the DC History Center and Maren Orchard, its program manager, note that the e

WCP • 16th March 2023

DC Record Fair, Bad Books, and More Best Bets for March 16–22 - WCP

Returning to the city this weekend is the biannual DC Record Fair at Eaton DC. Food, drinks, DJs (Valentina, Les The DJ, Oso Fresh, Lulu Lewis, Ex Ex Ex, and RWeOnTheAir?!), music enthusiasts, and—of course—a seemingly endless supply of vinyl will take over the second floor of the hotel on Sunday, March 19. With more than 45 record vendors attending from all over the East Coast, including D.C. shops Joint Custody and Byrdland Records, you’ll be sure to find the latest Harry Styles, SZA, and Stev

Washington City Paper • 6th March 2023

On View at Homme: The Opposite of Nostalgia - WCP

As a child, Heather Jones was always doodling her thoughts. When her anxiety would creep up, pen and paper felt like a safe space, a way to sort out the emotions and experiences that otherwise were too much for her to handle.

Washington City Paper • 14th October 2022

Activists Offer Circular Perspective on Fashion and the Fast Fashion Industry - WCP

During an hour-long panel discussion with fashion activists, on Saturday, Sept. 24, students and visitors of the George Washington University Textile Museum learned how to approach fashion from a circular perspective instead of a linear one. Clothing, panelists argued, should be seen and treated as something people can rewear and repair, even when it’s no longer in style.

The Georgetown Voice • 4th April 2022

The Cherry Blossoms are here: A season of hope, renewal and instagrammable moments is upon us

In Washington D.C., there is only one thing that really marks the beginning of Spring: Japanese cherry blossoms. The ephemeral budding of these pink and white flowers, gifted as a symbol of friendship by The People of Japan in 1912, signifies the promise of warmer days ahead. And as the temperatures rise, these foreign flowers, now a part of D.C. culture, keep blooming.

The Georgetown Voice • 9th March 2022

The National Geographic Museum reopens its doors and reinforces a call for change with its newest exhibitions

When visitors walk into the recently reopened National Geographic Museum, an important message greets them upon entry, “When a wildlife image sparks an emotional connection, it can also become a valuable conversation tool. One that inspires people to protect species and ultimately drives meaningful change.”

de Volkskrant • 24th June 2021

Op mijn plek: Wat kunst betreft is museumdirecteur Emilie Gordenker een laatbloeier

Emilie Gordenker, directeur van het Van Gogh Museum, is weg van de Mesdag Collectie in Den Haag: ‘Ik was verkocht toen ik deze pracht en praal voor het eerst zag.’

de Volkskrant • 21st June 2021

Op mijn plek: ‘Mijn voorliefdes kunst en mode komen hier samen’

Vrouw met smaak Elza Wandler wilde zich laten fotograferen in kledingboetiek Kiki Niesten in Maastricht, waar ze vroeger nooit iets kon kopen.

de Volkskrant • 24th March 2021

Kleur Explosie: ‘Zwarte mensen zijn vaak trendsetters, maar dat zie je niet terug in de modegeschiedenis en musea’

In de westerse mode-geschiedenis zijn makers van kleur vaak onderbelicht. Daar moet verandering in komen, vinden ze bij het Centraal Museum in Utrecht. In een omvangrijke expositie staan daarom de verhalen van zwarte creatieven en modellen centraal.

de Volkskrant • 4th March 2021

Als de opdrachten wegvallen, kun je weer voor je eigen lol gaan tekenen, dacht Piet Paris

Een solo-expositie stond nooit op de bucketlist van Piet Paris, ’s Nederlands bekendste mode-illustrator. Tekenen deed hij vooral in opdracht, maar de lockdown maakte alles anders. Paris pakte zijn potlood en snijmes op en liet zich overhalen een solo-expositie in te richten. Voor het magazine kiest hij er alvast vijf uit.