What: TMT Presents Women Of Colour Opening Reception
Where: The Monroe Trust Artist Collective
Who was there: Anchyi Wei, Violetta Markelou, Tara Papanicolas, Carlis Sanchez, Morgan Fykes, Mel Burgos
Other details: The Monroe Trust Artist Collective and Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate Premier hosted the opening of Violetta Markelou's latest photography exhibit; WOMEN OF COLOUR, a portrait series of seven inspiring women with unparalleled style that included local social scenesters Anchyi Wei, Tara Papanicolas and Mel Burgos of Rock Yo Rizos, among others.
In an ever changing and transient city, Washington DC’s fashion scene remains conservative with a styleless reputation. WOMEN OF COLOUR challenges this stereotype by highlighting the unique style and attitude of these women who live and work in the district.
This exhibit provides an in depth account of professional women who break the stereotypical mold of the Washingtonian professional. A careful study of human perception is conducted. Personal style and perception versus outside perception is examined.
In this series, the theme ‘colour’ is used literally and figuratively. Colour is bold, and it inspires authenticity that each subject embodies. The women in this photographic series make the conscious decision, every day, to represent themselves as they want, choosing not to blend with their environment. For each individual, arriving at this point of self expression of style has been a journey. Through excerpts from one on one interviews, the viewer gets a glimpse of what the effects of the journey has had on each individual.
5% of sales from the exhibit went to the DC Arts & Humanities Education Collaborative. A great way to give back to this ever growing cultural city we all call home!
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