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BUYING ART FOR THE HOME
RAINWATER HARVESTING
BUYING ART FOR THE HOME
RAINWATER HARVESTING
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PUBLISHER . . . . . . .Mike Harrison, Ph.D.EDITOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . Amanda FlattenART DIRECTOR . . . . . . . . . .Robert CoplinASSOCIATE ART DIRECTOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Melissa MaxwellEDITORIAL INTERN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Marie Williams
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Editor’s Note
Around TownOut and about in the Metroplex
What’s NewAwards, store openings and more
Green House Rainwater Harvesting
Remodeling Solutions Pursuing a cook’s kitchen
Quick Pix Gardening Gadgets
on the coverBring the seaside into your Texas home with coastaldecor. From Wisteria, a rustic desk, wooden buoys,an oyster stick lamp, framed sailor shirt and a deco-rative gray whale add coastal flair to this room.
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In the heat of sum-mer, there’s no place I’drather be than the beach.Unfortunately, NorthTexans have to settle forthe lake or sitting pool-side unless a relaxingtropical vacation is onthe horizon.
Even if you can’t makeit to the beach this summer, bring the oceaninto your home with seaside décor. On Page18, find out ways to incorporate refreshingtropical colors and add that seaside cottagefeel to your interior design. Sheer windowfabrics, framed maritime maps and tropicalplants are just a few of the ways to createthat relaxing coastal atmosphere.
Up next, buying artwork can be over-whelming for some homeowners. What styleshould you choose? Is the art any good? Isthe piece a good investment? On Page 22,local art experts share 10 amazing tips forchoosing art for your house.
Whether it’s home improvement or self-improvement, during these times of eco-nomic uncertainty, it is important to feelgood about yourself and look your best.Our special Mind & Body section begin-ning on Page 26 focuses on health and well-ness. On Page 27, discover the benefits ofYoga, such as stress reduction, increased flex-ibility and a better outlook on life. Then, onPage 30, find out the truth about upper andlower eyelid surgery, designed to correctdrooping eyelids and puffy bags by remov-ing excess skin. Local plastic surgeonsdescribe the process and recovery time aswell as some non-surgical options to helpthe face appear rejuvenated.
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The Valley House Gallery & SculptureGarden has two exhibits through July 11:Billy Keen — Becoming Human andEverett Spruce — American Modernist1908-2002. Billy Keen is a native of SanAntonio, Texas and his series “BecomingHuman” evolved from a contemplation ofthe path by which we transcend fromchildhood through enlightenment toadults. Everett Spruce is a native ofArkansas and has done six solo showsin New York. Valley House Gallery islocated at 6616 Spring Valley Road(between Preston and Hillcrest), Dallas.Information: 972.239.2441 or www.valleyhouse.com
Femme Fatale is on exhibit at The HollyJohnson Gallery through Aug. 15. Theexhibit features recent work from femaleartists such as Virginia Fleck, SharonLouden, Kim Cadmus Owens, KimSquaglia and Sarah Walker and show-cases a variety of techniques in paintingand sculpture. A reception will be heldon Saturday, July 25 from 6 p.m. to 8p.m. Admission is free. The HollyJohnson Gallery is located at 1411Dragon Street in Dallas’ Design District.Information: 214.369.0169 or www.hollyjohnsongallery.com
Celebrate The Booms and Blooms onIndependence Day at Fair Park’s TexasDiscovery Gardens at 3601 MartinLuther King Jr. Blvd., Dallas. Enjoy livemusic, register for free prizes andindulge in the beautiful, organic gardens.The event opens at 10 a.m. on July 4.Music starts at 4 p.m. and a fireworksdisplay begins at 8:45 p.m. Admission isfree. Information: 214.428.7476 orwww.texasdiscoverygardens.org
On Sunday, July 5, break out the picnicbasket and relax underneath the stars atThe Fort Worth Botanical Garden’sConcerts in the Garden with a perform-ance by the Fort Worth SymphonyOrchestra, conducted by Andres Franco.Gates open at 6:30 p.m. The concertstarts at 8 p.m. Admission is $15 inadvance or $18 at the gate. Parking is$5 at Farrington Field or $10 at theGardens. The Gardens are located at3220 Botanic Gardens Blvd., Fort Worth.Information: 817.871.7686 orwww.fwbg.org
Kittrell/Riffkind Art Glass, located at5100 Beltline Rd., Ste. 820, Dallas,presents its 15th Annual Goblet
Invitational, showcasing one-of-a-kind,limited drinking vessels from artistsnationwide. An opening reception withwine tasting and artisan cheeses isFriday, July 10 from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30p.m. The exhibit continues throughAugust 8. Information: 972.239.7957 orwww.kittrellriffkind.com
The Harmon and Harriet KelleyCollection of African-American Art:Works on Paper is on exhibit at theAmon Carter Museum, 3501 CampBowie Blvd., Fort Worth, through Aug.23. See the works of more than 50African-American artists from the late1800s to the early years of this century.Information: 817.738.1933 orwww.cartermuseum.org
If fresh eggs and chickens are your spe-cialty, don’t miss Bageniece Farms’Backyard Chickens with Dan Probst onSaturday, July 18 at North HavenGardens, 7700 Northhaven Rd., Dallas.Probst will cover raising chickens, careand more. Participants will have theopportunity to purchase backyard chick-en supplies, chicken coops and pur-chase Probst’s chickens from 11 a.m. to2 p.m. Admission is free. Information:214.363.5316 or www.nhg.com
On Saturday, July 25 from 9 p.m. to 12p.m., don’t miss Introduction to SilverMetal Clay presented by The Craft Guildof Dallas, located at 14325 Proton,Dallas. Cost is $60 and materials cost$15. Information: 972.490.0303 orwww.craftguildofdallas.com
Saddle up for the 3rd annual NationalDay of the American Cowboy, Saturday,July 25 at the Fort Worth Stock Yards,130 E. Exchange Ave., Fort Worth. Enjoyactivities such as Riscky’s Rib EatingContest ($5 to enter), Cowboy KaraokeContest, the Cowboy Celebration Paradeand the Cowboy Camp Exhibit atCowtown Coliseum. Information:817.625.9715 or www.forthworthstockyards.org
Learn techniques to help make your nextbackyard birthday party stand out.Instructor Nastasha Berlin’s classSummer Barbecue Favorites with aTwist is Tuesday, July 28 at 6:30 p.m. atSur La Table, 4527 Travis St., Dallas.The class costs $69. Information:214.219.4479 or www.surlatable.com
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Femme Fatale is onexhibit at The HollyJohnson Gallerythrough Aug. 15. Theexhibit features a vari-ety of techniques inpainting and sculpture.Shown: Lounge, 2008by Kim CadmusOwens, oil on canvas,48x48 inches.
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LAMBERT LANDSCAPE COMPANYunveiled its plans for the GatewayForest Park in Dallas at the inter-change of Woodall Rogers Freewayand Central Expressway. Lambert’scontributed the master plan for thedesign of Gateway Forest Park as wellas budgeting for the execution of thepark to Texas Trees Foundation. Usedsince 2004 by the TTF as a researchsite, the park’s new design conceptincorporates trails, a dog park facility,
increased safety, new native tree andplant species and improved irrigation.Work has already begun on the site,which is slated for completion in2011. Lambert Landscape Companyis located at 6333 Denton Dr., Ste.100, Dallas. For more information,call 214.350.8350 or visit www.lamberts.net.
Samuel and Sons, a company thatdesigns and manufactures trimming,
recently added theNormandy Collection,featuring intricatelydetailed silk for a freshtake on traditional trim-ming. Samuel and Sonsis sold through GeorgeCameron-Nash locatedat 1025 N. StemmonsFreeway, Ste. 150,Dallas. For more information, call214.744.1544 or visitwww.samuelandsons.com.
PTI Hardwoods, a localhardwood flooring instal-lation and finishing com-pany, has expanded itsproduct lines. Customersnow can choose from anextensive collection ofhardwoods, stone,ceramic tile, multiple
lines of high-end carpet, custom-made and finished cabinets, as wellas granite counter tops. The compa-ny is also providing free in-show-room design ser vices. PTIHardwoods is located at 1101 OhioDrive, Ste. 108, Plano. Store hoursare Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to5 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.and Sunday or evenings by appoint-ment. For more information, call
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Complete Landsculpture announcedits par tnership with Great WolfLodge, Nor th America’s largest fam-ily of indoor waterpark resor ts,located in Grapevine. The companywas responsible for completing thelandscape por tion of Phase II forGreat Wolf Lodge’s proper ty expan-sion project. CompleteLandsculpture will exclusively man-age the landscape of the Grapevineproper ty. For more information, call214.358.5296 or visit www.completelandsculpture.com.
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Benjamin Franklin wrote, “When the well is dry, we know the worth ofwater.” Of course, modernity has rendered the old water well something ofa relic in our urbanized cityscapes and suburbanized lawnscapes. For mostcontemporary urbanites, water is something that flows from the tap oncommand rather than a living substance divined from the ground or cap-tured from the sky. However, as population grows and water supplyshrinks, a consciousness for conservation is emerging, particularly here inthe parched Southwest. With Texas in the throes of yet another water-restricted summer and drought conditions across much of the state, it isworth musing on “the worth of water” and one way we might rediscoverour ability to literally catch the rain.
AN ANCIENT SOLUTION FOR A MODERN CONCERNThroughout history, human beings have inhabited dry lands where duststorms outnumber rain storms for vast stretches of the calendar. While theseancient peoples didn’t worry about ozone alert days or peak oil or offshoregeologic carbon sequestration engineering, water use was a constant concern— often a matter of life and death. As a result, enterprising civilizations fromearly Jordan in the Middle East to prehistoric Navajo in the American West
have used rain collection systems to conserve precious water resources.Evidence exists that rainwater cisterns were in use as many as 5,000 years ago.Now, amid the asphalt and concrete deserts of the 21st century metropolis, weare witnessing a renaissance of this ancient technology. As our own waterusage becomes an ever-growing concern, rainwater harvesting becomes anever-growing solution.
RAINWATER HARVESTING 101Rainwater harvesting consists of two key elements: rainwater and a method ofcapture. The former is beyond your control. The latter, however, provides anabundance of options ranging from the simple Jordanian cistern to trucks fullof dirt needed to completely overhaul your landscape. Most rainwater harvest-ing systems use a catchment area (usually a rooftop), a conveyance system(such as guttering), storage containers (barrels or cisterns) and a distributionmethod (a simple spigot or a more elaborate drip irrigation hose leading to thevegetable garden). Other systems use landscaping such as berms and swales todirect the rain toward greenery and away from concrete.
A common rainwater harvesting setup takes advantage of your home’sexisting architecture. When it rains, water rolls down the roof into the gut-ters, which in turn carry the rainwater to a downspout where it can bediverted into a rain barrel or cistern. Gravity does the work while you reapthe benefits. The only equipment you need to purchase is a special down-spout diverter and the container. Most experts also recommend a roof wash-er to flush away the first few gallons, which carry most of the dust and otherrooftop contaminants, allowing fresh water to collect in the barrel or cistern.Additionally, leaf guards for the guttering will help prevent clogs. Afterinstallation, this simple system can collect tens of thousands of gallons peryear. What’s more, unlike municipal water from the tap, rainwater is free ofchlorine (and of cost) and can be used to water the flowers, wash theclothes, create a beautiful rain garden or, with the right filtration and purifi-cation systems, to make lemonade. (A word of caution: I like lemonade asmuch as the next guy, but I urge you to do your research before drinkingharvested rainwater — rooftop shingles can contain toxic glue or asbestos,gutters can contain lead solder, and birds and squirrels are not potty-trained.Your body will thank you for your diligence.)
NOW THAT YOU KNOW WHAT YOU’RE DOING …… you should consult an expert (or at least a Web site) before setting up yourrainwater harvesting system. Beth Mortensen owns and operates Catch theRain, a local company specializing in helping homeowners implement resi-dential rainwater harvesting and irrigation systems through professional con-sultation and a proven product line. You can purchase products online andfind more information on how to get this chief rainmaker’s expert advice atwww.catchtherain.com.
As a bonus, when you purchase equipment designed for rainwater harvest-ing you’ll be eligible for a sales tax exemption. To divine everything you everwanted to know about water conservation and rainwater harvesting, go to theextremely thorough guide at www.harvestH2O.com. With a little research anda little work, you can conserve water and money even as you drench thedahlias and saturate the snapdragons.
Jeffrey Jacoby is program director for Texas Campaign for the Environment, a grassrootsnonprofit working locally and statewide to press for sustainable waste and recyclingpolicies. Call 214.599.7840 or visit www.texasenvironment.org.
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After many years on the road as a pilot and a flight attendant, these homeowners retired and began to investmore time in a favorite hobby — cooking. They were ready to experiment with new cuisines and fulfilltheir passion for creating gastronomic delights, but sadly their kitchen wasn’t. They needed a cook’s kitchenthat would give them the space and tools needed to comfortably pursue their hobby. And, they wanted amore sophisticated look that reflected their preference for contemporary designs — without going so con-temporary that the room would feel cold or sterile.
THE SOLUTION
Kitchen Design Concepts helped the homeowners claim considerable square footage for a larger kitchen byknocking down the wall to an old laundry room and repurposing the former breakfast area. This space was usedfor more storage and functional areas, and a bar was added for eating daily meals. A new stacked washer anddryer was tucked away in a walk-in pantry/laundry room. New storage solutions were added, including a bakingcabinet with an appliance lift and a special cabinet that easily hides or displays an in-kitchen TV.
With all this added space, there was plenty of room to include the perks to enable the couple’s cookinghobby. The island was placed in a central location to provide more room for chopping, mixing and plating. Asecond sink created a place for serving guests’ drinks and preparing morning coffee. Plus, a new warming oven,a water filtration system and all new appliances added to the room’s enhanced functionality.
To give this busy work center an updated look that wouldn’t feel cold or utilitarian, the designer used a bal-ance of contemporary and softer natural materials. Stainless steel cabinets, iridescent glass backsplashes, a com-mercial grade sink fixture and funky glass pendant lights create the look of a contemporary kitchen. To softenand warm the room, natural touches are incorporated, such as the cedar ceiling beams, slate and cork flooring,cherry cabinets, teak island top and natural stone backsplash.
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A distressed Wooden Buoy from Wisteria, $39, can be used as an accent on a desk or as a bookend on a shelf. Made ofbrightly hand-painted wood distressed to look old, this buoy works in a lake house or land-locked home den.
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Even if you aren’t able to visit the beach this sum-mer, you can revel in the tropical colors of olean-ders and hibiscuses, or create a seaside cottagefeel on your front porch with a vintage swing. Giveyour home a touch of island style.
A great design solution is to identify the heart of what we loveabout the coast and bring it into our homes in subtle and sensitiveways, without having palm trees and seashells on everything.
Incorporate a palette of coastal colors and bring the outside in. Ifyou have a palm tree outside the window, then paint the room thecolor of the palm tree. Also, incorporate textures that are reminiscentof the coast, such as a woven basket or rug. Here are some tips forinfusing your home with seaside flair this summer.
FOR THE BEACH RETREAT
• Use sheer fabrics, such as linens, on windows to give a light airy feelto a room.• Look for maritime maps to use creatively as anything from framed artto drawer liners.• Fabrics such as cotton on furnishings and sea grass rugs carry the nat-ural feeling throughout the house.• Incorporate glass items, particularly in blue and green colors to alludeto the ocean waters.• Look for woods that are worn or distressed. Their color add to thenatural color palette and they will be reminiscent of the coast’s driftwood.
A TROPICAL TAKE
• Take your favorite kite out of the closet and hang it on the wall. Who says arthas to be framed?• Don’t forget scents. Tropical aromas such as coconut and pineapple take themind right back to the coast.• For color inspiration, look to coastal flowers such as hibiscus, oleander andplumeria when you’re picking out anything from wall colors or dish towels.• Use houseplants to bring the outdoors in. Varieties of palm, fern and evenbamboo can all be easy keepers with a tropical look.• Consider a lively bowl of lemons or limes in lieu of fresh flowers. They’ll lastlonger and come in handy for cooking up a fresh summer meal.
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THIS SUMMER, GO COASTALBy SARAH GANDY
From Pottery Barn, the Basketweave Rattan Mirror costs $349 andfeatures natural woven abaca-rope rattan and a beveled mirror.
A Barnacle Sculpture from Nest, $700, is a great way to add seasideinterest to your home.
Handcrafted from unique pieces of driftwood gather-ed from the remoteshores of Java, thisDriftwood End Tablefrom Crate & Barrel is $399. Each unique base varies in shape,size, grain, knots,pitting and mineraldeposits.
This Giant ClamShell byAnnieglass(www.annie-glass.com) is alimited editionpiece. It’s hand-crafted and chip-resistant.
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ABOVE: Wisteria’s framed wood shadowboxes are filled with assortedreal, naturally salvaged seashells for $149.
BELOW: Startingat $39, CapriLanterns fromPottery Barn withiron frames in avariety of finishes
BELOW AND RIGHT: This fresh, summer bedding— Red Coral Organic Duvet — from Pottery Barnfeatures coral fans and scallop shells on soft,smooth organic cotton.
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Dress up your front porch with a swing made comfortable with tropical pillows and a rug underfoot. Photo by Sarah Gandy
A metal and glass tablewith lantern lends the per-fect island feel to anyindoor or outdoor room.Photo by Sarah Gandy
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Buying art for the home is not an easy task.Choosing a special piece for the home can be adaunting experience for the average home-owner. How do you know what style to choose,is the art any good, is the piece a good invest-ment? To help answer these questions andmore, local art experts share their top 10 tips.
TIP 1: SHOP. We shop for clothes, cars, houses and tools, so why not art? Visit as manygalleries and art fairs as you can. Visit artists’ Web sites. You’ll start to seetrends and styles that appeal to you, and you’ll be better able to decidewhat most interests you and which artists are performing at the highestlevels. — Donna Miller, owner of Miller Consulting
TIP 2: ONLY BUY WHAT YOU LOVE.Ultimately you should only acquire what you really careabout, as you are going to be living with it. Part of the fun iseducating yourself about the artist and understanding what it is thatturned you on in the first place. — Holly Johnson, owner of Holly JohnsonGallery
TIP 3: IMPULSE BUY. Sometimes it’s best to go with what speaks to you immediately. Itprobably resonates with some part of your soul, and, ultimately, artmust speak to the soul. For instance, the work of local Dallas artistRay-Mel Cornelius (www.raymellcornelius.com) particularly appealsto me because of his landscapes featuring the Texas Hill Country,one of my favorite places. His work, Bandera, is a great example ofa piece that’s interesting by itself but also invokes wonderful memo-ries of my childhood. — Donna Miller, owner of Miller Consulting
TIP 4: DON’T PURCHASE A WORK OF ARTJUST BECAUSE SOMEONE TELLS YOU IT ISA GOOD FINANCIAL INVESTMENT. Be wary if a gallery uses the word “investment.” The real investment isthe pleasure you will receive when living with something that hasmeaning to you. Don’t compromise because you will most likely livewith what you acquire for a long time. A good work of art shouldgrow on you. You should like it even better a year from now than theday you purchased it. — Cheryl Vogel, Curator, and Kevin Vogel,Director of Valley House Gallery
10 TipsFOR BUYING ART
ABOVE:Donna Miller suggests purchasing art that speaks to you immediately,the way this piece by Dallas artist Ray-Mel Cornelius appeals to her.Shown: Bandera by Ray-Mel Cornelius, 18 inches by 18 inches, acrylicand found object on paper.
BELOW :When buying art, don’t be afraid to ask dealers questions suggestsHolly Johnson. Shown: Delineation, February-March 2008, HollyJohnson Gallery, Dallas.
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TIP 5: BUY LOCAL. It works with food, and it also works for buying art. Take a look atthe work made by local artists. They might reflect your region’sunique characteristics in lighting, landscape, temperament or inter-ests. You’ll be investing not just in a piece of art but in an artist’scareer, too. If the artist’s studio is close, you’ll be able to visit andsee new work as it takes shape. — Donna Miller, owner of MillerConsulting
TIP 6: EXPERIMENT. Try out art that at first glance you don’t think will work for you. Manygalleries and artists will let you audition their work in your home.After living with it a few days, you might decide you like a piece thatyou wouldn’t normally consider. For example, the work of photogra-pher Lori Nix (www.lorinix.com) features staged vignettes with minia-ture figures and models. At first look, her work might seem childish orunsophisticated, but several days of looking at it reveals deeper layers. — Donna Miller, owner of Miller Consulting
TIP 7: DON’T BUY ART IN A HURRY JUSTTO FINISH THE DESIGN OF YOUR HOUSE. Collecting art can be a lifelong pursuit of developing connoisseurship
and meeting living artists who share their ideals. The more you look,the better you will understand your personal taste and will ultimatelymake the best long-term decisions. — Cheryl Vogel, Curator, and KevinVogel, Director of Valley House Gallery
TIP 8: TAKE ADVANTAGE OF AVAILABLEINFORMATION. Dealers are available to offer as much information and advice aspossible and to share their education with you. Don’t be afraid toask questions. — Holly Johnson, owner of Holly Johnson Gallery
TIP 9: DON’T BUY ART ON VACATIONUNLESS YOU CAN TRY THE WORK IN YOUR HOME AND RETURN IT. A great deal of art is purchased while on vacation. It is often theonly time people find themselves in a relaxed atmosphere. Worksacquired on a vacation can become a reminder of that great trip;however, galleries in vacation centers are often more commerciallydirected in the art they offer and have higher overheads, which arepassed on to their clients. Developing an on-going relationship withlocal galleries and attending openings is a wonderful way to supportthe cultural atmosphere of your hometown. — Cheryl Vogel,Curator, and Kevin Vogel, Director of Valley House Gallery
Never rush into an art purchase. Holly Johnson says it’s better to take a lot of time to decide on a piece than to make a decision you’ll regret. Shown: David Aylsworth: Is it the real turtle soup? December of 2008, an exhibition of new paintings, Holly Johnson Gallery, Dallas.
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TIP 10: DEVELOPPERSONAL RELATION-SHIPS. The art world relies on rela-tionships — personal relation-ships that are developed overtime, not just between thedealer and the collector butthe artists as well. Time is thekey, and making an art purchasein a hurry can sometimes result ina mistake. — Holly Johnson, ownerof Holly Johnson Gallery
ABOUT THE EXPERTS:Holly Johnson is co-owner of the Holly Johnson Gallery, located at1411 Dragon St., Dallas. For more information, call 214.369.0169or visit www.hollyjohnsongallery.com.
Donna Miller, owner of Miller Consulting, is a public relations execu-tive specializing in arts organizations and nonprofits seeking nationaland local media coverage. Her current favorite artists are her three sonsDaniel, Leo and Aaron. Visit www.millerpr.com for more information.
Cheryl Vogel is curator and Kevin Vogel is director of Valley HouseGallery, located at 6616 Spring Valley Road, Dallas (between Prestonand Hillcrest). For more information, call 972.239.2441 or visitwww.valleyhouse.com.
ABOVE:Don’t buy a piece of artjust because it’s consid-ered a good investment,say Valley House GalleryCurator Cheryl Vogel andDirector Kevin Vogel. A bet-ter investment is purchas-ing something that hasmeaning to you. Shown:Sedrick Huckaby exhibit atValley House Gallery.
LEFT AND BELOW :An antique armoire (left)and antique dresser(below) from Furniture BuyConsignment.
10 tips for buying art
Mike Verastique, owner of Furniture Buy Consignment (www.furniturebuyconsignment.com), shares a few insights on incorporatingantiques into your home: • Like anything else you purchase, always buy from a reputableseller or business.• Antiques have the greatest value when they are original inmaterials, hardware and finishes. An antique that has beenrestored, repaired or supplemented with non-original materials canjeopardize the value of the item.• Be cautious when purchasing antique furniture. Today’s specsand standards for production often differ significantly from specsand standards of the past. People are taller and heavier now thenthey were 100 years ago. For example, an antique wardrobe isoften smaller from top to bottom. Today’s shirt and dress lengthsare often longer and may not fit in an antique wardrobe.• Antiques have antique or old hardware. Newer silver coloredscrews, nails or hinges are often a sign of a reproductionpiece, repairs or restored antiques.
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DISCOVER YOGAWhich type of yoga is right for you?
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The subtle procedure that makes you look like yourself again
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In today’s society, relaxation isn’t somethingeasily found for those who have stressfuljobs or those worried about financial mat-ters. Taking vacation time, reading or lis-tening to music are temporary ways to findpeace when things become overwhelming.For individuals under extreme stress, yogais a great solution when you need to feelrevitalized.
WHERE TO BEGIN Those who haven’t tried yoga before should start bysigning up for beginner level classes such as RestorativeYoga, Yoga for Women, Yoga for Stress or Shanti Yoga,says David Sunshine, owner, director and one of manyinstructors at the Dallas Yoga Center. He specializes inVinyasa yoga and Iyengar based/Hatha yoga. Anotheroption is taking a beginner series, a set of classes lastingeight weeks at the Dallas Yoga Center.
People offer many excuses for not trying yoga.“People don’t need to be flexible,” Sunshine says.“Everybody can do yoga.”
According to Karen Buckner, a yoga instructor at
Bikram Yoga Dallas who specializes in Bikram yoga(hot yoga), women often think they need to loseweight before they start, while men feel they must beflexible. “We assure our guests these feelings are com-mon, but if they are willing to try the postures theright way, they’ll get the full benefit,” Buckner says.
Bikram yoga, Buckner says, is a therapeutic Hathayoga involving postures designed to bring balanceback into the body. The most common form of yogapracticed in the United States is Hatha yoga, whichincludes the postures called Asanas and breathing exer-cises called Pranayama. Other forms of Hatha yogainclude Ashtanga yoga, Iyengar and power yoga.
Buckner says it’s best for first-timers to do researchbefore jumping in: Learn about the yoga studio, themethod of practice and the background training ofthe instructor.
POSITIVE EFFECTS OF YOGAOnce individuals commit to yoga regularly, they canexpect physical, mental and emotional benefits, suchas healing of injuries from high impact-sports like run-ning and cycling. Other benefits are weight loss,increased muscle tone and improved flexibility.Concentration is improved, mental clarity is restored,
ABOVE: Once individuals commit to yogaregularly, they can expect physical, mentaland emotional benefits, as well as weightloss, increased muscle tone and improvedflexibility.
BELOW: Those who haven’t tried yogabefore should start by signing up for begin-ner level classes or a beginner series.
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self-confidence is increased and stress is reduced. “During yoga practice,the student learns how to connect the mind and body through thebreath,” Buckner says. “The effect creates a moving meditation, whichcalms the mind and balances the emotions.”
SAY GOODBYE TO STRESSAccording to Buckner, there are 26 postures in Bikram yoga designed tosystematically stimulate every muscle in the body and enhance the func-tion of the nervous system through a series of forward bends and back-bends. The central nervous system is engaged and soothed, reducingstress in the body and mind.
You can expect to feel some stress relief after just one class, accordingto Sunshine. Yoga helps to create inner peace by integrating the bodyand mind, and over time, stress is released, leaving the individual feelingrelaxed and full of joy. “Yoga is like love at first sight,” Sunshine says.“People fall in love with it immediately.”
If increased flexibility, an inner sense of well being and stress relief arewhat you are looking for, yoga can help you find a new way to enjoy life.
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ABOVE: Dallas YogaCenter currently offersmore than 60 classes perweek in the Iyengar,Vinyasa and Ashtanga tra-ditions of yoga.
BELOW: The Toe StandPose develops psycholog-ical and mental powers,especially patience. It isalso good for the feet andhelps with hemorrhoidproblems. Photo courtesyBikram Yoga Dallas
BELOW: One of the benefits of yoga is deep breathing, which allowsmore oxygen to get to the brain. Photo courtesy Dallas Yoga Center
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DOEat a small snack an hour and a half prior classTalk to someone at the studio for the appropriate classPractice at least twice a weekBe prepared to invest in your own mat
DON’TArrive late to classWear cologne or perfumeSmoke prior to classDisrupt others’ practice by talking loudly
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The eyes are an essential part of your identity.They make a big impression not only whenmeeting new people, but also when talkingwith friends and colleagues you’ve known foryears. As we age, many of us notice the tissuearound the eyes becomes loose, almost flabby.For some, sagging upper lids can impair visionsignificantly.
Plastic surgery of the eyelid area, known as blepharo-plasty, is designed to correct drooping eyelids and puffybags by removing excess skin, fat and muscle from theupper and/or lower eyelids.
These days, as more people are postponing retirement,there is rising interest in eyelid surgery. Both men andwomen pursue this procedure to improve their appearanceto look younger and stay competitive.
People that request this procedure span the wholegamut, from young people in their 20s on up, says Dr.Gregory Stagnone, owner of the Plastic Surgery Center ofDallas. “Those who get eyelid surgery in their 20s often
want a prettier look,” he says. “A majority of those who geteyelid surgery in their 40s and up have sagging skin on theupper lid or bags under their eyes.”
GETTING THE EYES DONEAccording to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons’2008 Plastic Surgery Procedural Statistics, eyelid surgerywas the fourth most common surgical cosmetic procedurein 2008, with 221,000 surgeries performed; breast aug-mentation, nose reshaping and liposuction were the topthree. “Eyelid surgery is the one of the most minor cosmet-ic surgery options with the quickest recovery time,” saysDr. Stagnone.
“An upper eyelid surgery operation usually takes lessthan an hour and can be performed under either generalanesthesia or a local anesthetic,” says Dr. Jeffrey Janis,Associate Professor of Plastic Surgery at The University ofTexas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas. If a patientis getting both upper and lower eyelid surgery, the proce-dure usually takes two and a half hours and general anes-thesia is usually used to make the patient more comfort-able, he adds.
Injectable fillers, such as Botox and Juvederm, can improve the look of wrinkles around the eyes.
Subtle surgery yields a natural,more youthful look
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resourcesAMERICAN SOCIETY OF PLASTIC SURGEONSwww.plasticsurgery.org
DR. JEFFREY JANISUT Southwestern Medical Center Department of Plastic Surgery214.645.3116
DR. GREGORY STAGNONEPlastic Surgery Center of Dallas6190 LBJ Fwy., Ste. 500972.661.5077www.cosmeticsurgerydallas.com
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Before you commit to eyelidsurgery, there are some stepsyou can take to improve theskin on your face and get arefreshed look with non-surgi-cal options, according to Dr.Gregory Stagnone, owner ofthe Plastic Surgery Center ofDallas.
1. Protect your skin from thesun, which causes fine linesand wrinkles.
2. Improve the quality of yourskin by using Retin A.
3. Consider getting laser peels totighten the skin.
4. Fill wrinkles with injectablessuch as Juvederm or Botox.
5. If you’ve done everythingabove, and still don’t have thedesired look, plastic surgerymight be your best option.Find an American Society ofPlastic Surgeons BoardCertified Plastic Surgeon.
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Upper and lower eyelid surgery usually takes two and a half hours, and general anesthesia is usually used to make the patient more comfortable.
Before (left) and After photos of an eyelid surgery patient. Courtesy Plastic Surgery Center of Dallas
Most people considering an eyelid lift do so for strict-ly cosmetic reasons, but the procedure is sometimesmedically necessary when the eyelid sags to the point ofimpairing the eye’s visual field. Precise criteria for qualify-ing for insurance coverage varies from company to com-pany, but an ophthalmologist can perform the necessarytests to determine the degree of visual impairment.
WHAT TO EXPECTEyelid surgery is not designed to drastically transform yourappearance, but to give you a more rested, youthful look.Think about celebrity surgeries that were too dramatic,such as Joan Rivers and Kenny Rogers. Most plastic sur-geons agree, it’s best to have realistic expectations, especial-ly with the delicate eye area. Keep in mind that facialaging is mostly genetic and cannot be reversed. Your skintexture is also genetic and will not change.
“My objective is to keep patients looking like them-selves, just with a more rested, youthful and refreshedlook,” says Dr. Janis, who also serves as the ProgramDirector of the Plastic Surgery Residency Program andChief of Plastic Surgery at Parkland Health and Hospitalsystem. “Often after surgery, patients will get complimentsfrom family and friends about how they look like they’vejust come back from vacation. After the recovery period,people frequently can’t tell they’ve even had surgery, justthat there is ‘something different.’”
As easy as plastic surgery looks on TV, viewers never get the complete picture, according to Dr.Stagnone. “These shows don’t address patient safety,” he says. “The longer you are in surgery, there isan increased health risk.”
Dr. Janis agrees. “TV makeover shows are glamorized and you only see the positive results,” he says.“You never see the recovery — the bruising, swelling or several weeks of recovery time for patients whohave had multiple procedures done all at once and undergone hours and hours of surgery.”
Recovery from an eyelid lift is not immediate; it happens in stages. Your doctor will provide youwith detailed instructions for your recovery. After upper eyelid surgery, expect inflammation and somebruising that can last a week to 10 days. For upper and lower eyelid surgery, recovery can take up totwo to three weeks.
LOOKING FOR MORE IMPACT?As we age, smile lines, thinning lips and neck bands appear. Dr. Janis suggests patients consider supple-mental procedures to complement eyelid surgery to provide an overall rejuvenated look for the entireface. “If appropriate and safe, I do pan-facial rejuvenation in one sitting to establish ‘facial harmony,’” hesays. “You can consider a brow lift, neck lift or face lift, for example.”
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