Author Archives: JENNIFER CHOI

Experience

PHANTASMA: PRINCESSdie

Posted on May 11, 2011 by JENNIFER CHOI

“My artwork has to do with breaking down symbolism and all the other ‘isms’ that imprison us.” Continue reading →

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COMICCON PROFILE: DAVE KENDER

Posted on April 28, 2011 by JENNIFER CHOI

I hate public transportation. It’s crowded, never on time and always smells like Cheetos and leather. Between holding my breath and trying to keep my grip on the graphic novel I’ve been pouring over, the last thing I want is a friendly tap on the shoulder from a Belmont mom with an expression that says: “Don’t you think you’re a little too old for that?” Continue reading →

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PHANTASMA: THE GREAT BURLESQUE EXPO

Posted on April 20, 2011 by JENNIFER CHOI

In the world of information technology services, few take the time to enjoy the pleasure of theatre and the sensual art of burlesque. Sadly, there’s little over lap between computer systems and software and the performing arts. Yet among those few, Scratch—founder and organizer of the Great Burlesque Expo—found a way to continue preserving the passion and the art for him and for the future.

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PHANTASMA: THE FUTURE MACHINE

Posted on April 12, 2011 by JENNIFER CHOI

After graduating from college, John Wilson and Chris Maggio worked odd jobs. Wilson, working at a private investigation agency out side the city, and Maggio, a then associate at Boston Camera, became natural partners in crime. Continue reading →

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BANYA

Posted on April 11, 2011 by JENNIFER CHOI

Done are the days when falling asleep in my shower counted as “R and R.” Believe me, after that obnoxiously long winter, my muscles, pores and—dare I say it—soul thirsted for more. And I found it, at Allston day retreat Banya. Continue reading →

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Watch

PROJECT RUNWAY CASTING

Posted on April 8, 2011 by JENNIFER CHOI

It’s time to take a step forward and and make your mark! This Friday marks the deadline for local and up-and-coming designers to apply for Project Runway Season 9. Continue reading →

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PHANTASMA: KAREN MOSS

Posted on April 5, 2011 by JENNIFER CHOI

After nearly seven decades of war and social and cultural revolution, Karen Moss has absorbed more than just life experiences, she’s absorbed the good, the bad and the ugly within urban communities and translated it to meaningful multimedia art. Continue reading →

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PHANTASMA: BIKE PORN 4:PLAY

Posted on March 29, 2011 by JENNIFER CHOI

Saddle up kids, it’s time to get dirty.

There was the Cascadian Bike Porn Tour of 2007, then the Bikexploitation Tour and Bike Porn 3: Cycle Bound; but, nothing beats what’s coming to the Brattle Theatre this weekend: Bike Porn 4:PLAY. Continue reading →

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PHANTASMA: MARTY WALSH

Posted on March 22, 2011 by JENNIFER CHOI

Cycling is strong in Boston and the tradition of custom frame building is an art that’s been passed down and cherished throughout the community for years. One of Boston’s leading custom bike building institutions—Geekhouse Bikes—is a shining example of how the tradition continues. Continue reading →

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PHANTASMA: IAN SANITY

Posted on March 15, 2011 by JENNIFER CHOI

Boston could be the next graffiti mecca says street artist, Ian Sanity. This week, Jen Choi finds out why in this local street art edition of Phantasma. Continue reading →

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Laugh

PHANTASMA: MARIA CIAMPA

Posted on March 7, 2011 by JENNIFER CHOI

Our journey through Boston’s creative underground continues. This week, Jen Choi talks to Maria Ciampa–comedian, actress and founder of the Women in Comedy Festival. Continue reading →

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PHANTASMA: SAM POTRYKUS

Posted on February 28, 2011 by JENNIFER CHOI

“Christians and Lions was just the beginning for Sam Potrykus.” See what Jen Choi is going on about in this week’s edition of Phantasma–profiling Boston’s underground creative culture … one person at a time. Continue reading →