SCENEaSOTA backstage footage released

Just released today: backstage footage from SCENEaSOTA 2009, held on November 6, as shot by photographer Amy Gee.

Backstage at SCENEaSOTA 2010 from amy gee on Vimeo.

Just announced: SCENEaSOTA film screenings

For the annual SCENEaSOTA fashion show held on November 6 at Loft2, local filmmakers Elijah Chhum and Wesley Meirick collaborated on a series of short films, which were screened in between designer segments and featured locally-designed clothing from the showl. But amidst the chatter and excitement of the show, you might have missed the amount of work and detail that went into the films. With that in mind, the filmmakers have put together a viewing event for the films on January 20 at the Minneapolis Community and Technical College. The four short films will screen along with their short film, The Boy with Green Eyes.



View all four SCENEaSOTA videos online HERE. The trailer for The Boy with Green Eyes is here.

Event details:
MCTC @ F1400 Fine Arts Building (entrance by Loring Park), 1501 Hennepin Av. S., Minneapolis.
Seating: 7:45 p.m.
Screening: 8 p.m.
Free.

Reception & after party at Nick and Eddie, 1612 Harmon Pl., Minneapolis.
Time: 9:30 pm
Cast and Crew: Free
Public: $5 suggested donations at the door
Burlesque performances by Tomahawk Tassels, musical performance by Faith Udeh, and DJ Dr. Nemesis

SCENEaSOTA short films released

For the annual SCENEaSOTA fashion show held on November 6 at Loft2, local filmmakers Elijah Chhum and Wesley Meirick collaborated on a series of short films, which were screened in between designer segments. If you're anything like me, you were too busy chatting with your seatmates and getting drinks to fully appreciate the work that went into these films. Today Elijah released the films, which feature clothing and accessories from local designers and models from Vision, on Facebook.

The first film features models Karen O'Bryan, Elle Williams, Wesley Meirick, Elijah Chhum and Nick Patnode, clothing by Jenn Bratvold and Britta Feuerhelm, and jewelry by Carrier Pigeon and Ann Lambrecht.

C'est as nous (It is ours) from Elijah Chhum on Vimeo.

The second film features models Ashlee Williams, Jonathon Sargent and Gail Lewis, clothing by Kathryn V and Jenny Carle, and accessories by Timmilyn and Tasha Rae.

Tentation (Temptation) from Elijah Chhum on Vimeo.

The third film features menswear by Raul Osorio with Freedom from Doubt bowties and womenswear by Carmichael Claith with Bionic Unicorn jewelry, with models Alice Walker, Joe Laue, and Wesley Meirick.

Abstract- Untitled from Elijah Chhum on Vimeo.

Part four features womenswear by Frances Zerr with Ruby3 accessories, and menswear by Kevin Kramp with Ferociter accessories.

Prendre (to take) from Elijah Chhum on Vimeo.

SCENEaSOTA reviews and photos

[A Kevin Kramp look at SCENEaSOTA by Digital Crush Photo]

It's been a crazy few weeks, so Le Petit has unfortunately been a bit neglected. I'll do my best to catch up.

I didn't review the SCENEaSOTA show from back on November 6, but here are some links to photos and reviews from others:

• Cake in 15 reviews the show with photos by Stacy Schwartz. Here are more photos by Stacy.

• Beth Hammarlund reviews the show for l'etoile magazine with photos by Digital Crush. Here are more photos by photos by Digital Crush.

• Jen Boyles reviews the show for City Pages.

• City Pages also has photobooth photos of the crowd and runway photos by Emily Utne.

• Here are backstage photos by Amy Gee.

• minneapolis2night has more crowd photos.

SCENEaSOTA previews

I'm very much looking forward to SCENEaSOTA tomorrow night at Loft2. Tickets are still available at Cliché, so be sure to pick yours up today.

[A look from Kevin Kramp, photo by Amy Gee]

Here's my (original, full-length) writeup for Vita.mn:

In its third annual edition, the SCENEaSOTA fashion show is set to continue its forward momentum for another year. Bolstered by an impressive lineup and perhaps an even more impressive lookbook (helmed by Voltage art director Chris Larson), the production of this year’s show is leaps and bounds from its humble beginnings, on a makeshift runway in a tiny bar only two years ago. It comes on the heels of September’s “Pale Rider,” an MNfashion-produced runway show featuring Raul Osorio and Danielle Everine that decisively raised the bar for locally-produced fashion shows. With its mix of up-and-comers (Britta Fueerhelm, Jenn Bratvold), returning designers (Jenny Carle, Kathryn V., Carmichael Claith), and more established names (Kevin Kramp, Raul Osorio, Frances Zerr) – coupled with some noted accessory designers (Carrier Pigeon, Ferociter, Ruby3) and Vision models – it’s clear the show owes a great debt to Voltage. In this case, rock and roll is traded out for some film segments by Elijah Chhum and additional visuals by Ken Hannigan. (8 p.m. Show at 9:30 p.m. Sat. $10-15. 21-plus. Loft2 (above OM), 401 1st Av. N., Mpls. 612-870-0420.)

Here's my writeup for Secrets of the City and l'étoile magazine:

In its third year running, the show that is all about homegrown talent is back with another fresh crop of emerging local fashion designers. If the lovely lookbook (art directed by the fantastic Chris Larson) is any indication, this year's SCENEaSOTA should be a smashing success. This year, producer Maritza Ramirez is throwing in some additional multi-media elements - audio/visual design by Anthem Heart and film segments by Elijah Chhum - that are sure to be a nice match to the fashions hitting the runway. This year's designers include fresh faces (Britta Feuerhelm, Jenn Bratvold), SCENEaSOTA vets (Carmichael Claith, Jenny Carle, Kathryn V.), Voltage alumni (Raul Osorio, Frances Zerr) and established designers (Kevin Kramp), with new accessory collections from the likes of Ruby3, Carrier Pigeon, Ferociter, and Bionic Unicorn. Drop in early to schmooze with other fashionable guests, sip on a cocktail, preview the designs in a pop-up shop, and mingle with the designers before the runway event. Afterward, stay for a bumpin' afterparty with DJs and dancing. Tickets are $10 general admission or $15 seated and available in advance at Cliché. Doors open at 8pm and the event is 21+. For more info visit Facebook.

And check out the SCENEaSOTA lookbook while you're at it:

Raul Osorio featured in NYC-based blog Frank151

New York-based blog Frank151 has featured local designer Raul Osorio in an exclusive studio visit.


They have this to say: "Osorio is a fashion designer who understands risk, and effortlessly employs men to take as many as they can when it comes to clothing. From sleeveless cowl neck tops in soft fabrics, to tailored vests and cropped bolero jackets, the designer ushers in a new way of dressing."

They also preview his sketches for his 2010 men's collection, which he'll be debuting tomorrow night at SCENEaSOTA:


Click HERE to see the full post.

Images courtesy Raul Osorio

Preview: Frances Zerr F/W 2010 lookbook

Designer Frances Zerr (a Voltage 2010 alum and confirmed for Voltage 2011) has posted a preview of her F/W 2010 lookbook on her Facebook page. You can see the collection's debut tomorrow night at SCENEaSOTA.


Clothing: Frances Zerr
Photo: Katie Workinger
Styling: Lindsey Holmes
Model: Dahlia Brue

SCENEaSOTA lookbook released

I'm a little slow on this, but over the weekend producer Maritza Ramirez released the lookbook for the annual SCENEaSOTA fashion show. It was art directed by Chris Larson, with photography by Amy Gee. Runway designers including Kevin Kramp, Raul Osorio, Frances Zerr, Carmichael Claith, Jenny Carle, Britta Feuerhelm, Kathryn V., and Jenn Bratvold, plus accessories by Ruby3 (Anna Lee), Ferociter (Aimie Dukes), Carrier Pigeon (Lauren Neal), Ann Lambrecht, Freedom From Doubt (Jared Zachary), Timmilynn Johnson, Tasha Rae, and Bionic Unicorn (Kristin Berwald). Check out the facebook event invite for more details, and click through below to view the lookbook.

Open publication - Free publishing - More sceneasota

Just announced: SCENEaSOTA 2010 designers

Designers for the 2010 SCENEaSOTA have been announced by show producer Maritza Ramirez, and it includes a mix of designers at varying levels of experience.

[Image: Ruby3 2009 Collection Image: Stephanie Colgan]

Emilee Kuznar is a 2010 graduate from St. Kate's and Jenn Bratvold will be a senior there this year (see my review of that show for l'etoile magazine for more on them), while Britta Feuerhelm is an '09 St. Kate's grad. Kathryn V. made her debut at SCENEaSOTA last year, and Jenny Carle and Christine Carmichael (also a two-time Voltage designer) also return. Voltage 2010 designers Kevin Kramp (a seriously accomplished knitwear designer) and Raul Osorio also will show.

The show is still looking for accessories designers. (Ruby3 by Anna Lee is the one designer already confirmed.) Contact maritzampls@gmail.com if interested.

SCENEaSOTA 2010 will be held November 6, location TBD.