New York City has beautiful parks – big and small. Of course there’s Central Park and other tourist hangouts, but I especially like the smaller ones where new-families go. Their Sunday morning sounds put the upcoming week in perspective. I’m not sure what it is, but there’s an inviting sense of hope in the air. You hear it in the kids playing. You see it in the parents watching. And most of all you feel things slow down as you notice other people taking a second to enjoy the moment. That’s where we met Marcia Howard – an aspiring book store owner and resident of Brooklyn. Marcia has a nice disposition so it was easy to strike up a conversation about travel, her favorite cities and what New York means to her…
Last Friday’s trip to NYC kicked off a fantastic weekend. The unseasonably warm evening played host to a new exhibit at Printed Matter, one of the city’s best bookstores. Megawords Magazine partnered with the well known shop for a show entitled, Hi, We Made A Magazine for You. Good friends and great atmosphere blended seamlessly with the Magazine’s authentically inspiring ephemera which was layered on walls, stacked in piles and captured in glass displays. We’re long time fans of the publication and highly recommend visiting the exhibit if you’re in NYC.
As Megawords describes: “Our mission is simple: to document our surroundings, experience, to have a voice free from the noise of commercialization and competing novelties, and to create an open and active dialogue between Megawords and the community at large. We have self-published twelve free issues, broadcast a weekly internet radio show, and organized multiple events and performances under the banner of Megawords. With time came positive feedback from a diverse audience and a strong realization that this project had a profound impact.” Click Read More for additional information, photos and video.
We’re excited to present our latest effort within the Travel Chronicles Series. In the past we highlighted how travel shapes the talents, perspectives and experiences of creative people worldwide. And now we’re expanding our editorial direction to include the stories behind the creative spaces people visit when traveling.
First up is our favorite shopping destination in Philadelphia – Sugarcube. Curating a timeless mix of vintage and contemporary clothing seems impossible, but founders Elisa Burrato and Edward Dormer do it with sophistication and ease. Through a casual conversation they discuss their history, their commitment to Philadelphia, and a few other intangible ingredients that make their retail operation special. Whether it’s the interior build-out constructed entirely from reclaimed wood, or their amazing customer service – you quickly realize that a visit to Sugarcube isn’t just about shopping, it’s much more experiential. Click Read More to watch the video and view additional photos.
City Notes is born from a conversation. Part interview and part travel guide, City Notes takes its readers on a humble tour of a metropolis through the eyes of a creative professional. It’s an idiosyncratic close reading, an interview with a place via the loyalty and loves of some of its most prestigious ambassadors. In this edition wejetset follows Joey Sweeney – editor & co-founder of Philebrity – on a tour of his city, where he highlights his favorite places to eat, stay, see, relax & live. Click Read More to request your FREE COPY of City Notes. Be sure to check out the additional photos and watch the trailer.
Travel Chronicles is an editorial feature for wejetset’s online magazine. Through an open and casual conversation it highlights how travel has shaped the talents, perspectives and experiences of creative and business professionals worldwide. In this edition we follow Anthony Smyrski as he visits Montreal.
Anthony is an art director, filmmaker, and independent book/magazine publisher, collaborating with an international clientele in both the cultural and commercial sectors. He is the art director for Next American City magazine, and has worked with publishers such as Thames and Hudson, DAP, powerhouse and Gingko Press. More recently Anthony’s firm has worked with us on City Notes and Travel Chronicles. We’re excited to present his latest excursion to Montreal as our Travel Correspondent. Click play to view.
Travel Chronicles is an editorial feature for wejetset’s online magazine. Through an open and casual conversation it highlights how travel has shaped the talents, perspectives and experiences of creative and business professionals worldwide. This edition features Troy Herion.
Based in Philadelphia, Troy works as a composer, performer, improviser, musical director and sound designer. His music brings together interests in fields relating to biology, metaphysics, traditional cultures, drama, and improvisation. Troy’s compositions include two Italian operas premiered in Italy, symphonic and chamber works, and improvised scores. His theater collaborations have also included music for Pig Iron Theatre, The Wilma Theater, The Arden Theatre, and Azuka Theater. Most recently he accepted the Roger Sessions Fellowship to attend Princeton University where he will earn a Ph.D. in music composition. We recently caught up with Troy in his home in South Philadelphia to discuss sound, energy and his travels. Click Read More for the full article.
Travel Chronicles is an editorial feature for wejetset’s online magazine. Through an open and casual conversation it highlights how travel has shaped the talents, perspectives and experiences of creative and business professionals worldwide. This edition features Diana Lind.
Diana is editor and publisher of Next American City, a Philadelphia-based national magazine about urban sustainability. Prior to working at the magazine she was a freelance writer for Architectural Record and authored the book Brooklyn Modern: Architecture, Interiors & Design. We visited the offices of Next American City to talk with Diana about her work, travel in America and what makes a city great.
Yaku considers herself an observer & fan of art culture. Born in San Francisco, and spending most of her adolescent years in Europe, she's determined to stay on the move and experience as many exciting cultures as possible. When she's not writing about her travel experiences, she's scoring goals for her local soccer club.
James Oyedijo is a lawyer, publisher and screen writer. When he's not conversing with his muse, he's traveling, searching for great restaurants and watching obscure films.
Marsha Reid is a fashion writer, stylist and store buyer for wejetset. While in pursuit of new ideas and experiences, her travels have taken her all over the globe. When she's not writing or designing fashion, she's taking photos and designing jewelry.
Taj is the founder and publisher of wejetset. His passion for design and travel inspired him to create a business that bridges form and function within the travel sector.
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Travel Chronicles is an editorial feature for wejetset’s online magazine. Through an open and casual conversation it highlights how travel has shaped the talents, perspectives and experiences of creative and business professionals worldwide.
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