Page 90 - LIN.NOVEMBER17WEB

Scene

Stealer!

by Laurel Meny

As we embark on another season in Southwest Florida, the
Naples Art Association (NAA) is shaking things up with
a first for Naples – an innovative, high-energy, visionary
wearable art show – Scene to be Seen: A Runway Art
Show. This inaugural experience, chaired by Amanda Jaron
of A.JARON Fine Jewelry, will take place on November 2 at
Volvo Cars of Naples and will feature the glamour and energy
of New York Fashion Week combined with the sophistication
and exclusivity of Naples while showcasing the talent of more
than 25 local – and internationally-recognized – artists on
models strutting the runway.

Before the runway show, guests will enjoy a dynamic welcome
reception complete with delicious hors d’oeuvres and signature
cocktails all in an immersive atmosphere allowing the
opportunity to socialize and experience the artists’ process and
work first-hand. After the show, artists from Los Angeles,
New York, Philippines, and Italy as well as right here in
Southwest Florida will have their work, including men’s
and women’s garments; accessories; jewelry; and more, on
display and available for purchase. And, the night wouldn’t be
complete without a fabulous after-party with music and a cash
bar provided by Shula’s Steakhouse of Naples.

With this feature, we will pull back the curtain on this
extravagant evening and give you a sneak peek of some of the
talented artists and the work they will showcase. And, we
promise, you won’t want to miss this scene!

LOKI
Fashion designer, Loki (low-key), is a life-long artist who
has been creating since he was four-years-old. By high
school, Loki’s art had evolved into fashion, and he began
selling custom, wearable art designs to classmates. Today, he
operates his custom clothing line -Loki Designz- and has
adopted the “Love Is Key” motto for his work. With a focus
on nature, many of his designs include leaves, feathers, or
owls to symbolize what draws him into the natural beauty
and intrigue of life. Loki looks for unique clothing items by
sourcing vintage apparel, that would make interesting canvases
for his art.

MARIAPIA MALERBA IS AN ITALIAN-AMERICAN ARTIST AND SCENE TO BE SEEN “I want my art to offer a connection back to nature, and back
PARTICIPATING ARTIST WHO HAS CREATED TEXTILE DESIGNS FOR WELL-KNOWN
FASHION DESIGNERS INCLUDING DOLCE & GABBANA, VERSACE, AND CAVALLI. to finding your own personal style in each piece,” said Loki.