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Critic session with Tracy Reese, 1995 Sep 8
In this audio recording, Parsons School of Design alumna and fashion designer Tracy Reese discusses her project concept, "3-D Dresses." The dresses are to exhibit volume and shape, and should be modern and "architectural." Reese discusses different shapes, fabric types, and colors. Students then ask questions about the project while Reese shows them books for inspiration. Reese advises that she wants to see the students' research in their designs. While Reese's voice is audible, it is difficult to hear student voices. Background noise is present throughout the recording. In the fashion show program, this project is titled, "3-D Dresses."
Critic session with Mary Ann Restivo, 1995 Sep 6
In this audio recording, fashion designer Mary Ann Restivo discusses a student project based on the 1954 film, Sabrina. She argues for a "return to elegance," embodied by the original production, starring Audrey Hepburn and Humphrey Bogart, not the 1995 re-make. Restivo explains that students should choose scenes from the film to inspire their designs. She also discusses how Hollywood influences fashion designers and visa versa. Restivo distributes images illustrating elegance. In the fashion show program, this project is titled, "Sabrina."
Critic session with Patrick Robinson, 1995 Sep 11
In this audio recording, Parsons School of Design alumnus and fashion designer Patrick Robinson discusses a project for students to create "suits in a new way," using pastels. Robinson speaks extensively about potential colors students could use. He encourages students to think broadly about what a jacket can look like and how it can behave when worn. Robinson shares his background, his process of designing a collection and how he finds inspiration, including looking at vintage clothing. Students then ask questions about the project. The sound quality of this recording is clear, although student voices are often inaudible. In the fashion show program, this project is titled, "Pastels of Spring."
Critic session with Gloria Sachs, 1995 Sep 12
In this audio recording, fashion designer Sachs discusses her project concept, a collection of evening wear inspired by Indian handicrafts, but for an American clientele. She requests simple evening wear made fanstatic by embroidery, handpainting, and beads. Sachs discusses her experiences traveling in India, introduces books she has brought with her, and asks a colleague to explain images from India that they show to the students. The colleague, whose name sounds like Rajeed, explains the customs and clothing of India. It is mentioned that fabric samples brought to the critic session will be left onsite for the students to examine. Students then ask questions about the project. The sound quality is clear throughout the recording, although it is sometimes difficult to hear students' voices. In the fashion show program, this project is titled, "The World of India."
Critic session with Véronique Nichanian, 1995 Sep 7
In this audio recording, fashion designer Véronique Nichanian of Hermès leads a menswear fashion direction. With the assistance of a translator, she asks the class to imagine the future of men's clothing, encouraging them to "break the rules," to play with new materials to make simple, modern clothes that are comfortable yet dressy, and to depart from the uniformity and conservatism of men's clothing. Students then ask questions. A discussion about how casual dress often leads to sloppiness ensues. Nichanian is mostly audible, but a constant background static noise makes discerning other voices difficult. In the fashion show program, this project is titled, "Menswear with an Edge."
D'Arazien, Arthur, circa 1983 Jun 6-10
In the first of two segments, a male speaker, probably Benedict (Ben) Fernandez introduces Arthur d'Arazien. D'Arazien describes his career in corporate and industrial photography, after which he shows photographs from the mid-1940s through the 1980s. He shares stories of the challenges behind each picture and discusses techniques he used to achieve desired effects. The presentation finishes in the second segment, and is followed by a question and answer session.
Inscription: Art Deresian
Blake, Rebecca, circa 1984 May 21-25
Rebecca Blake begins by showing a film representing her work on various personal and commercial film projects. She shares her stories about her work, as well as her experiences with sexism in the world of professional photography. She then speaks on the interplay between her commercial and personal work and touches upon the business aspects of the profession, including learning how to collaborate with and manage people effectively. Workshop participants ask questions throughout.
Blevins, Ann, circa 1984 or 1985
Ann Blevins discusses her career as a stylist and her collaborations with photographers. (The spelling of Blevins's name has been surmised based upon an internet search, but has not been confirmed.) The focus of Blevins's lecture is to provide photographers with insight into how stylists work and think. Blevins presents photographs and comments on them, relating behind-the-scenes stories about working with clients, location shoots, and the role of the stylist. Workshop participants ask questions throughout.
Inscription: Ann Blevens
Brennan, Dan, circa 1984 or 1985
Dan Brennan discusses his career as an agent, primarily representing fashion photographers, hair stylists and makeup artists. He discusses how a photographer's portfolio allows him to judge whether he can "sell" the artist. He provides tips on building a competitive commercial portfolio and describes the agent's role in the industry.
Brown, David, 1985 May 21
In the first of two segments, model David Brown discusses his career, including his partnership with his wife, model Judith Vance. He elaborates on his transition from model to photographer. He offers a historical overview of photography in New York City, discusses copyright and various aspects of running a successful photography business. Workshop participants ask questions throughout. The workshop continues in the second segment. The recording ends before the end of the event.