Grazia India shoots its first underwater cover

Dive into a new world created by Grazia, photographer Colston Julian and model Angela Jonsson. Grazia’s first underwater cover shoot is a surreal world peopled with an incredible palette of natural pristine blues and pure catwalk whites. The March 2013 issue of Grazia is themed around a new season of spring summer fashion. The cover featuring Angela Jonsson has been shot underwater by Colston Julian, a first for everyone involved. Three days of intensive shooting took place with specifically trained staff. A specialised technical team, that understood not only the process, but also the aesthetics and photographic style of Julian, included a technical team or ‘a pit crew’ who analysed images for colour temperature, image sharpness and quality in detail. “We did a test run and went over images to do a creative and technical debrief with the entire team, showing them what was happening to the garments underwater, and how the make-up and hair were reacting to the water and the light,” says Julian.

The whole process was a physically exhausting one that involved the photographer taking shots in between breaths, to avoid bubbles from disturbing the frame, as well as the model holding her breath and composure underwater for long periods of time. “Physically I had to train to keep fit for the intense hours underwater. We shot in January and the water was colder that what we thought it would be,” adds Julian.

 

The clothes featured in the shoot are a collection of textured whites, curated by Grazia’s Fashion Director Ekta Rajani. “Textured whites are a key spring-summer 2013 trend, that we thought they would look ethereal underwater, thus amplifying what the water would do to the clothes,” says Rajani. To complement the clear blues of the water, and the fluid whites, Angela’s make-up was kept clean and simple. Make-up and hair artist Bianca Hartkopf drew inspiration from water, light and reflections and combined it with pastels, perfect colours for this season’s trends. “Pastels make you look and feel girlie, vintage, for springtime. I’ve used shades of blue, purple, and green on the eyes and washes of subtle colour and a touch of sparkle while keeping the rest of the look simple and glowing,” says Hartkopf.

The end result is an ethereal underwater fantasy, a product of hard work and commitment. The onset of spring and summer takes on a surreal welcome through Grazia’s new foray.

~~~`````Learnt Hindustani classical from malhar sangeet vidyalaya...
`````District level player in KHO-KHO...
~~~ Taluka level player in HIGH-JUMP...
```~~~~Participated in many cultural programes... 
experienced the audtions..... held in mumbai.... stilll learning music....
achived first place for singing gujrati folks and bhajans.. at taluka and district level...

~~`head of yellow group's ncc team... and won first place for march past...

````small achivements in school times.. for solo &group dance,singing,speech,acts, social acitivites..

````college achivements..`````

~~~ first place for solo singing, patriotic, western singing...

finalist in intercolligiate singing compitition of bhavan's fest O2 by singing medlys of english,hindi,marathi.. for the first time..

~~achieved first place.. in sports+cultural events by winning 10 trophies..

~~2011-2012 achieved first place for singing and other cultural events..

~~Event head for years of SAPPHIRE FEST-an IT intercolligiate event , naac meeting , international conference...

~`designed postures, magazine for college..

Still learning music..... to improve voice n notes..

play keyboard in free time... also riyaaz with ma keyboard...

still i have to learn lot.... and i will....

one quote says.. "WELL SAID IS BETTER THAN WELL DONE"
and i want to prove it....

i juz need everybody's blessings,care,love
i respect you all ... thank you.... for your care..... warm... blessings..

BLAB's PARTY

Mr.Staney

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Square Off Mumbai Swimmathon 2013

India’s oldest open sea swimming competition is back with a view to promote swimming as a sport and encourage more participation. 

Shaina N.C, Executive World Chairperson, GIANTS International at the Press Conference of Square Off Mumbai Swimmathon 2013

India’s oldest and most popular event on the ocean swim calendar – Square Off Mumbai Swimmathon 2013 – is all set for its second edition on February 10, 2013. “Square Off Mumbai Swimathon 2013” – Sunk Rock to Gateway of India, is promoted by Square Off under the auspices of the Maharashtra State Amateur Aquatic Association (MSAAA).  The race attempts to promote swimming as a sport and encourage more participants to take up open sea swimming as their sport of choice. The 2nd edition introduces a new category “Sub-Juniors – 10 to 12 yrs” to give a platform to young swimmers and ensure that they have enough experience and aim to compete in the 2020 Olympics.

This open sea swimming race will start from Sunk Rock, popularly known as ‘Light House’ to Gateway of India, which will cover distance of about 5 kms (3.5 nautical miles).  Last year, the race attracted around 500 participants from all over Maharashtra across 14 categories including two physically challenged groups.  With the historic Gateway of India and majestic Taj Mahal hotel in the backdrop, the Square Off Mumbai Swimmathon 2013 aims to add to the charm, joy and pride of Mumbai.

The first race of this prestigious event was conducted from Sunk Rock Light House to Gateway of India on Sunday, 14th December 1947. The winners of this race were Pam Ballantyna (Women) (55 mins 23.5 secs) and Isaac Mansoor (Maccabi club) (Men) (45 mins)

This year Square Off Mumbai Swimmathon 2013 is supported by GIANTS International, a leading NGO with a view to promote “Save the Girl Child “campaign. The race day will witness some eminent personalities from the society like Nana Chaudasma, former sheriff of Mumbai and world chairman of GIANTS International, Shaina N.C, Executive World Chairperson, GIANTS International and a leading fashion designer and the new youth sensation – talented actor Varun Dhawan will be the chief guest for the competition.

Olympian Virdhawal Khade and Pooja Banerjee, Fame of Roadies 8 interact with the physically challenged participants of Square Off Mumbai Swimmathon 2013

Around 600 swimmers in 14 categories will participate in the competition. A 2 km special category race for the age group of 10-12 years will be introduced this year along with two separate categories for physically-challenged swimmers.

 “It feels great to be associated with major open sea swimming competition like “Square Off Mumbai Swimmathon 2013.” I’m very thankful to Square Off for taking this initiative and give Indian swimmers a perfect platform to showcase their talent. GIANTS International supports various national projects and we would like this competition to focus the ‘Girl Child’ as this competition has good participation of girl swimmers,” said Shaina N.C. Shaina is confident that open sea swimming is India’s best chance to earn a medal in upcoming Olympics.

Rajesh Gupta, Co-Founder Square Off felicitating Pooja Banerjee, Fame of Roadies 8 at the Press Conference of Square Off Mumbai Swimmathon 2013

 The star attraction of Square Off Mumbai Swimmathon 2013 will be to watch top swimmers in action like Padmashree and Arjun Awardee, Taranath Shenoy, National Champion Kunal Hendre and first ever Arjun awardee in swimming Avinash Sarang, to name few.

Open water swimming is the newest sport included in 2008 Beijing Olympics. Open water swimming presents a unique set of challenges to swimmers.  There are no lane lines, walls, or starting blocks to dictate what it takes to win.  The unpredictable natural conditions often play a deciding role in determining the winner of an Open water swimming race. “We are pleased to host this competition in association with the expertise of Square Off and look forward for Maharashtra government’s continued support to encourage this sport, which can surely add a medal to India in Olympics,” said Kishor Vaidya, secretary, MSAAA.

 Sachin Girishkumar, Co-Founder Square Off, said, “We at Square Off believe that the Indian youth have exceptional potential which can be leveraged by giving the right platform. We are proud to promote open sea swimming in India in association with MSAAA and Swimming Federation of India. It is the newest Olympic sport and given the right attention, we are confident that India can excel at the international level.”

About Square Off:

Square Off, a leading Sports Management, Consulting and a Training Company, formed with a vision to professionalize the delivery of sports in India and focus on value creation by adopting an equal emphasis approach towards all stake-holders, Square Off hopes to create a paradigm shift and act as agents to encourage youth to take up sports in a big way. Square Off intends to develop a sporting culture among the children of India and nurture students’ right from formative age thereby building career opportunities in sports.