"Bleeding Gold" Video Feature

Photographer/Videographer Feature:

Chad Cosper

By: Sky Braun

Editorial beauty film featuring Brink Models', Shelby Cerwonka with photography by Melissa Cosper, beauty by Malorie Avaline and nail art by Lilian Barron.

"My love of photography and film began at an early age. From the time I snapped the shutter on a 110 Kodak with the rotating flashcube, I was hooked.

During my teenage years, I laid hands on my first VHS camcorder and my life was never the same. I quickly learned that I could transfer my still photography skills into capturing moving images. After all, video is just about 30 still images strung together every second.

To me, organic beauty is seen in every passing glance, wind teased hair, and flutter of fabric."

"Bleeding Gold" Sneak-Peek

Photographer Feature Sneak-Peek from December Issue:

Melissa Cosper

By: Sky Braun

“My introduction into photography was mostly by accident. It started as a way to raise money to go on a mission trip to Africa and blossomed. Once there, I realized the need for perspective in America. America is the land of excess; people always wanting more and never happy with what they already have. While in Ghana, I experienced a life with the bare necessities and witnessed people who were genuinely happy, even though they had very little. I came away from that experience wanting to keep that perspective as much as possible.

I have a photo that I took while there that has been turned into a painting that hangs in my living room. It hangs there to remind me to be grateful for the little things, and to appreciate all the bonuses that life affords as an American citizen. At first glance, you might only see the dirt road and dilapidated buildings, but all I see is the beauty of the bold red dress and the contrast of the blue wall behind the little girl. It inspired me to continue to create and capture the beauty of life in all aspects.

What began as a hobby quickly became my passion. I began working as a professional photographer, which has since given me opportunities to travel the world, work with celebrities, and capture some of life’s most meaningful moments for many people.”

Art Basel Miami Beach: Dealers, Designers, & Dollars

By: Sky Braun, MFM Editor/Writer, Instagram @skybfree

Art Basel, for those of you who are unfamiliar, is an international art fair made up of three shows held annually in the following cities: Basel, Switzerland; Miami, U.S.A.; and Hong Kong, China. Each show features modern and contemporary artwork from both newly emerging and established artists.

Art Basel Miami Beach, more commonly known as ABMB, is one of the most anticipated events, but not just in the art world. Often time, and by that I mean to say all of the time, fashion at the fair takes center stage. Being street-style ready is essential and style experts come prepared. More interestingly, though, they come to be inspired.

“A Queen Within: Adorned Achetypes” at Art Seen Cultural Center really puts the relationship between art and fashion on full display. Over-the-top accessories and high-end, captivating work by designers like Alexander McQueen sate our longing today through December 5th, all in a totally juxtaposed warehouse setting. From regal to complex to edgy, this exhibition presents the multifaceted nature of women and the designers who dress them. Expect work from Vetements (i.e. $10,000 hand-painted boots!), Vivienne Westwood, and many others. 

So, count on getting your fashion fix! Spending time around such artistic beauty is bound to translate to your wardrobe, but if you are unable to attend, just be sure to check-in daily for Art Basel fashion updates. I know I’ll be!