With all respect to my adopted home of Rome, and my native New York, Paris is still the chicest, most livable and beautiful city in the world. Charming beauty and sweet whimsy are evident in almost every arrondissement, and creativity of all kinds surges through the streets in a quiet but colorful way. My time […]
A forthcoming exhibit featuring restored manuscripts from the Franciscan archives of Assisi has opened a world of design exploration and collaboration. As the lead designer for the branding the show, entitled Laudato Sie: nature and science, my role encompasses the design of the show’s logo, palette and graphic style. The design process began in a series […]
Embracing momentum of the New Year and the anticipation of Spring’s arrival, I decided to breathe fresh life into my Rome Studio. Guided by the talented Francesca of Tutto a Posto, who played a pivotal role in orchestrating the transformation—from rearranging furniture to reorganizing my bookshelves—I aimed to enhance the studio’s organization. The best graphic […]
For years, a group of dear friends from Greenwich and I had a post-Christmas ritual. In the lull between holidays, we would meet at The Met Museum to wander around and look, chat about our perceptions and catch up in between. Afterwards, we’d find ourselves in some cosy uptown venue for something warm, until we […]
2023 unfolded as a canvas of abundant expression, collaboration and exploration. It marked a period where innovative ideas thrived and flourished, and creative boundaries expanded. Here are some of my favorite highlights from the past year. 100 Iconics This March 2023 marked a major milestone in my career as an artist and writer. I created […]
Last year’s Pantone color Viva Magenta mirrored the very essence of my brand and person preference: bright, modern, futuristic. This year’s color is by contrast, soft, warm and has a retro feeling. Pantone’s choice for 2024, Peach Fuzz (PANTONE 13-1023) is a sensual pale orange hue that, according to Pantone, radiates kindness. The color has […]
There is something magical that occurs when I spend time in Venice. The labrytine streets of water, the ups and downs of the bridges, the skinny alleys and the glimpses of splendor behind picture windows. My annual artistic retreats here have become a cherished tradition, offering a lasting wellspring of inspiration. My most recent weekend […]
During my recent trip to London for the EMEA Women to Watch conference, I made time for visiting the Tate Modern, always at the top of my list for Artist Dates. The Tate presented a rare and mesmerizing experience Yayoi Kusama’s renowned Infinity Mirror Rooms. I’ve always been drawn to immersive installations and stepping into […]
What began as a fun idea for social media has developed into a mini series: Branding for Creatives. In these micro videos, I discuss various aspects of branding for artists to help them maximize their presence through digital marketing. This series delves into crucial facets such as audience understanding, crafting a standout personal brand, selecting […]
On the weekend of October 21, the third season of the docu-series “Women in Progress” premiered in Rome, including the episode in which I am honored to share my story. It was thanks its creator and producer, Dr. Jenn Lindsay, the founder of So Fare Films, that this amazing series came to be. The premiere […]
On a splendidly balmy day, I headed to Rome’s latest gem–the Bulgari Hotel Roma. A longtime friend, Elena Bruno who heads the hotel’s marketing, invited me for a ladies’ lunch on the fifth floor terrace. It was an impeccable experience, recalling the specialness of this luxury hotel series, which I had experienced in Milan, Tokyo […]
The Met Opera Shop has acquired my custom designed scarf dedicated to this iconic opera institution, one that has figured greatly in my artistic life. I am beyond honored and thrilled to share this news. My design began with discovering a vintage poster for the opera La Forza Del Destino. The power of the phrase […]
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