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Fahari | 1 ur journey of chasing the dream towards research materials for input. This is a living testimony and OOO strengthening the bond that connects the a bounden proof, that we have a strong force behind our MOTHERLAND with the rest of the world has been dream of setting the pace of togetherness and an encouraging one, so far. To borrow an expression from understanding built on our august vision and mission of renowned African-American writer Eddy Harris “There is a tirelessly advocating and promoting the twin pillars of line that connects that place with this one, the place we LOVE and PEACE. Having said that, it is our greatest come from and the place we find ourselves, those lives pleasure to present, with the utmost gratification and and our lives" and further elucidate on this famous felicitation, the second edition of FAHARI International statement, what we observed is that FAHARI, our Magazine here and now. As of this edition, we proudly international online magazine is playing a positive role in note that we have started a new column Our Sisters' this regard. Ever since we launched the maiden issue of Voice in collaboration with Sisters 4 Sisters Network, Inc., the Magazine in January, a powerful women's networking group 2011 the numerous of dynamic professional and business feedback we are still women. The Chase the Dream and receiving from readers in FAHARI team expresses heartfelt different parts of the world congratulations to African-American is way beyond our Author, Motivational Speaker & CEO of imagination. We never FraserNET Cooperation, the visionary anticipated, nor did we George Fraser on the 10 th anniversary imagine that FAHARI of the founding of the annual Power would reach such a large Networking Conference from June 9- proportion of readership in 11, 2011 in Atlanta, Georgia. On such a short span of time. behalf of FAHARI Magazine's editorial This speaks volumes of team and on my own behalf, I would the indelible impact it has like to dwell on this opportune moment thus far forged and the far- to humbly express my heartfelt reaching motivational and gratitude to the scholars and inspirational source it has professionals of all stripes, who stood become; a characteristic by us. that defines its quality and Very special thanks goes to Fashion & its irreversible outreach. Interior Designer Alemtsehay Apart from the Meshesha, Artist Terry Tabor, encouraging words and international music promoter Mr. constructive remarks that Francis Falcetto, Mr. William Settle of we were showered with, Foxx Entertainment Group, Inc, in what is more exciting to Atlanta - Georgia, our advertisers and divulge at this juncture, is of course, our entire readership for the that we even were Helina Teferra Mekonnen , EditorEditor----inininin----ChiefChief all-rounded support they have so contacted by Tibeb attire & Headpiece : Designed by Alemtsehay Meshesha graciously accorded us. professionals, who have Ethnic Jewelry : From Kenya enthusiastically provided Make up: Tamika Fowler THANK YOU. us with an abundance of Photo : Natural Pictures Studio Fahari | 2 C o n t e n t GGG FAHARI'S ART CORNER Life Emblazoned with Love and Colors Spring/Summer 2011 An international Arts, Culture Fashion & Beauty Magazine JJJ FAHARI'S OUR SISTERS' VOICE “ In the spirit of sisterhood and Chase the Dream's vision for bringing FOUNDER & EDITOR-IN-CHIEF together cultures, art style and communities across the globe, Our Helina Teferra Mekonnen Sisters' Voice column will showcase the talents of sisters everywhere. I have no doubt that this column will be a useful resource. Cleopatra Sinkamba Islar --- Author EDITORIAL ADVISOR Susan Roberts Elizabeth Baker “There is unexplainable joy that comes with seeing women and sisters, who step out to sincerely and genuinely support one another. FAHARI Magazine is to be applauded for such wonderful efforts to connect and EDITOR support members of Sisters 4 Sisters Network, Inc.” Tsehaye D. Tessema Cheryl Wood --- Motivational Speaker/Entrepreneur, Author LAYOUT DESIGN DEDEDE FAHARI POETRY & QUOTATIONS Tore, Temesgen B. CONTRIBUTORS Timkehet Teffera Mekonnen (Phd) FAHARI ENTERTAINMENT DFDFDF Born to Be An Ideal Performer FAHARI (Swahili word for PRIDE) an Nourishing and Enriching our Traditional Music international magazine published by Chase The Dream Culture, Arts & Beauty, LLC Contact & Advertising Information [email protected] [email protected] FAHARI BEAUTY & HEALTH DLDLDL All rights reserved. Contents may not be reproduced A Natural Recipe of Spa Treatment in any form without prior written permission. FAHARI TRAVEL ECECEC Her life Defines Her Dreams Fahari | 3 wondering what the concept behind this Life Emblazoned with Love and Color particular painting would be? Jump'n Da Broom was a wedding gift to my husband. The material is my wedding gown, rt is the reflection of our real techniques. In 1987 Pamela accepted a job at now it is preserved lives, which relieves us from the US Postal Service. In 1991 The U. S. forever. We AAA the urge of letting Postal Service needed artists to create murals jumped the one's feeling by drawing, painting in post office facilities, lobbies and some broom and I or sculpting an art piece as an offices and searched for in-house wanted to expression of the inner feelings. talent . Pamela was one of the chosen cherish it. In this issue, FAHARI's Art few and for the next year to leave Where and how Corner will take you to their regular jobs to paint murals. A did you meet Jacksonville, Florida, couple of years later Pamela your artist the residence and studio decided to pursue her career as a husband, of Artists Pamela and full-time artist and resigned from George? George Miller, a couple her Post Office job, a move that We met at the who share talent, gave her ample time to Shadow post office (by Pamela Miller) profession and life. As concentrate on her art work. It was where we both we entered this during this time that Pamela worked. We home, decorated published many of her own prints, were assigned positions to be full time with colorful pieces created book covers, calendars muralists, in the place \of our regular positions. of art, we saw a and murals. She also opened two I didn't know him at the time but I sure did like family portrait art galleries located in Los Angeles his artwork!! created by Artists Pamela & George Miller where she sold her own art and You studied commercial art and graphics. George works of art by other artists. What is the difference between hanging over the fire place. A portrait of Pamela was selected as the 2011 Jacksonville “commercial” and “fine arts”? George and one of the couple's daughters Jazz Festival Artist for her 30ft mural work Commercial & Graphic Art is the magazine, caught my attention. This one is Pamela's among 128 contestants. newspaper and brochure type of layouts/ creation, I was told. With fine Jazz music at Do you remember what your very first designs. And Fine Art is the art of painting or the background, I felt like I'm walking in an art drawing/painting was? drawing. gallery. This is “the place” where Pamela and It was a playground and it was in Crayon. I What do you think about our cultural George put brush and paint to express their wanted to go out to play, but I couldn't. So, I project’s aim of creating closer link inner feelings through their paintings. Pamela, drew myself playing outside. between people of African descent? who since early childhood has been creating Was there someone in your family (parents I do believe that the pursuit to link the families artwork was born and raised in Los Angeles, or siblings) who inspired you? closer through creative spirit gives a California. She recalls that her parents and her My Dad was very artistic. He gave the tremendous bond. 6th grade teacher recognized her talent and business mindset by taking me out, on shared her enthusiasm. By the time she locations with him to paint signs, Christmas Born and raised in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, reached high school she had already compiled window George E. Miller started to be noticed for his a wall full of art and awards. In her senior high décor, or talent around the ages 11 and 12. His father school year, Pamela was awarded a just was drawing and painting and he used to draw scholarship to Otis Parsons School of Fine signage for pictures and hang them up in the house. The Arts in Los Angeles. Otis Parsons helped a glass first picture George ever saw was the picture Pamela refine her natural art talent. Pamela store his father drew. George's talent was noticed also attended LA Trade Tech and earned a frontage. by his teachers who recommended him for a degree in Commercial Art. However, she Looking special art class on weekends free of charge. found that it didn't excite her like fine arts. at your George recalls that he sold his first piece of art Nonetheless, she continued to work as a free- painting for $5.00 during his high school days. After lance artist and created projects which Jump'n da completing high school George went to service became larger in size and different mediums. Broom , I with the US Air Force in 1981, stationed on the She began creating backdrops for stage was Island of Guam. There, he got a part time job productions and portraits for families while Jump’n da Broom teaching art to children and worked for the art expanding with more mediums, styles and (by Pamela M.iller ) Fahari | 4 FAHARI's ART CORNER council for about a year after he was honorably discharged from the Air Force in 1983.