Edward Steichen: In High Fashion
(NewDesignWorld Press Release Center) -- Fort Lauderdale, FL
Miss Vera’s Feb. 25 Talk on Fashion, Gender, Celebrity and Photography
and Feb. 27 Workshops to Complement Exhibition Opening
WHAT:
The internationally renowned exhibition Edward Steichen: In High Fashion the Condé Nast Years, 1923-1937 will make its debut in Florida at the Museum of Art | Fort Lauderdale, Nova Southeastern University on February 26, 2010, where it will remain on display through April 11, 2010. The exhibition features the finest examples of Steichen’s celebrity and fashion portraiture made for Vogue and Vanity Fair magazines between 1923-1937 and marks the first time in Florida that such an extensive array of Steichen’s work has been exhibited.
Steichen, who served as chief photographer for Vogue and Vanity Fair during the 1920s and ‘30s, is said to have revolutionized fashion photography with his crisp, detailed, high-key style, and changed public perceptions of the American woman. His influence is felt in the field to this day.
Steichen’s portraits of icons such as Joan Crawford, Greta Garbo, Katharine Hepburn, Marlene Dietrich, Amelia Earhart, Ginger Rogers, Loretta Young, Martha Graham, Dorothy Parker, and many others will be on display.
“Edward Steichen produced a body of work of unequalled brilliance. He revolutionized fashion photography, and pioneered a new visual language of glamour, profoundly shaping the look of celebrity and fashion to this day” said Irvin Lippman, Executive Director of the Museum of Art | Fort Lauderdale. “In conjunction with In High Fashion, the Museum has selected works from its extensive photography collection to illustrate images of people (from business people to circus performers) in their daily line of work, wearing their working clothes. We have, with tongue in cheek, called the exhibition It’s Not About Fashion!”
The exhibition is organized by the Musée de l'Elysée, Lausanne, and the Foundation for the Exhibition of Photography, Minneapolis, in conjunction with the International Center of Photography (ICP). It opened in New York City at ICP in early 2009, and has since been shown throughout Europe.
In conjunction with the exhibition opening, Veronica Vera, founder of the world famous New York City cross-dressing academy Miss Vera’s Finishing School for Boys Who Want to Be Girls, will present a Thursday, February 25, 2010 inter-active talk titled Miss Vera’s Lessons in Life, Liberty & Lipstick, covering fashion, gender, celebrity and photography. The after party features cocktails, music, and a book signing. Open for men and women aged 21 and over.
In addition, Miss Vera will give a Saturday, February 27, 2010 workshop entitled Miss Vera’s Amazing Grace: How to Walk, Sit and Pose in High Heels. And another workshop called Miss Vera’s Cross-dress for Success: A Transformation Salon for Men and Women. Both workshops are open for women and men aged 18 years and over. Miss Vera was previously a model for artist Robert Mapplethorpe, who was influenced by Steichen. Tickets are required for both the talk and the workshops. Please call Emily McCrater at 954-262-0236 or emccrater@moafl.org for reservations. All credit cards are accepted.
EDWARD STEICHEN EVENTS:
* Edward Steichen: In High Fashion the Condé Nast Years, 1923-1937 Exhibition on Display Feb. 26-April 11, 2010
* Thursday night February 25, 2010 Interactive Talk at 6 pm. After Party 7 pm to 9 pm Miss Vera’s Lessons in Life, Liberty & Lipstick
In her multimedia presentation, punctuated by photos, videos, music, and a great outfit, Miss Vera will share the philosophy behind her success, stories of individual students as well as tips of the transformation trade. Miss Vera’s herstory includes collaborations with artists Robert Mapplethorpe and Annie Sprinkle, marriage to her gay best friend in response to AIDS, and activism for sexual and artistic freedom. Advance tickets are $20 for Museum members; $25 for non-members. $35 at the door. Includes after party with cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, music, and a book signing featuring Miss Vera’s Cross-dress for Success (Villard, 2002) and Miss Vera’s Finishing School for Boys Who Want to Be Girls (Doubleday,1997). Event is limited to 256 at the Museum’s Horvitz Theatre. Please call Emily McCrater at 954-262-0236 or emccrater@moafl.org for reservations.
* Saturday, February 27, 2010 Workshop 10:30 am to 12 noon:
Miss Vera’s Amazing Grace: How to Walk, Sit and Pose in High Heels
Do you love your high heels, but feel out of step when stepping out? Miss Vera will help you with the challenge of your shoes. Miss Vera’s Amazing Grace: How to Walk, Sit and Pose in High Heels is a class for all women: biofemmes, transwomen and cross-dressers. $20 for Museum members, $25 for non-members. Advanced registration is required. Enrollment is limited to 30 participants. Please call Emily McCrater at 954-262-0236 or emccrater@moafl.org. A lady-like party brunch with pink cocktails will be served.
· Saturday, February 27, 2010 Workshop 3 pm to 5:30 pm:
Miss Vera’s Cross-dress for Success: A Transformation Salon for Men and Women
Explore your gender flip side for an afternoon with Miss Vera and you’ll increase your options for life. Whether you want to go from male to female, female to male, or pump up your femininity, this workshop is for you. Open to singles and couples, it will offer each person new options in ways to be. For couples, a fun way to deepen understanding of each other. $50 for singles/$80 couples, Advance registration is required. Enrollment is limited to 20 participants. Please call Emily McCrater at 954-262-0236 or emccrater@moafl.org. A light party lunch with sissy and macho cocktails will be served.
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