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BHM Spotlight: Lady With a RedEye


This month, our EYES are on a woman who far exceeded expectations, and has allowed us to SEE in a whole new light: Patricia Bath.

Once a resident of Harlem, Bath became an ophthalmologist, and was the first African-American female doctor to patent a medical invention.
Her hard work allowed her to create a method to remove cataract lenses, which would convert eye surgery by using a laser contraption (laserphaco) instead of a drill-like machine.

In the 1970s, she was the first African-American female surgeon at UCLA Medical Center, and the first woman to be on the faculty of the UCLA Jules Stein Eye Institute. She is also the founder and first president of the American Institute for the Prevention of Blindness. Because of Bath, people who could not see for over 20 years could receive their eyesight.



elleELLEeye salutes you this BLACK HISTORY MONTH Ms. Bath!

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eyesInDaSpot: Midnight Madness, RECAP!

We kicked off the first weekend of December by hosting Midnight Madness: Eric Sosa & the Oxymorrons Live ft. Ayindé. The event took place on the campus of SUNY College at Oneonta at the Hunt Union Waterfront Café. We hosted the performances, and they were great; the best I've ever seen these guys perform before! The ladies and gents loved them, the energy was there and on a 10. Once we finished with the performance portion, DJ Omar & DJ S.Whit transitioned the rest of the night into party mode, and we're sure you can use your imaginations with that one. Overall the event was a success! Take a look at some photos from the event below...


[DANiE & ♥ t i f f a n y, Ayindé, Eric Sosa, Oxymorrons]

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Special thank yous go out to: Sosa Management Corp., Oxymorrons, Imperial Marketing Group, the Multicultural Student Council at SUCO, Vandell Photography, HorQet Photography, WONY 90.9FM, DJ Ten, DJ S.Whit, DJ Omar, Ryan Faussette, Nastasia Thompson, Steve Jenkins, Ayindé, Eric Sosa, and the Oxymorrons.

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The Newest Eye

Hi, this is Arissa the newest eye to the elleELLEeye team. I'm a 21-year-old aspiring journalist from LI. Technically, I'm the current events and fashion blogger. I'll be sharing with you all the important issues that affect our community and world. I'll also be discussing the latest fashion, and things that I particularly find to be dope.


The reason that I chose to write about current events, is because I feel that we need to stay informed in order to be productive citizens. I chose to write about fashion because everyone loves to look and feel fabulous! So, it's a basic balance of necessity and luxury; which is what I'm all about. I love to try to keep the balance in my life, and I hope to bring that quality to elleELLEeye. So, you can expect posts that are fun, bold and entertaining - along with serious, informative and truthful. I hope you guys can keep up, and somewhere along this journey, I hope to inspire and be inspired.

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TSSOH Recap

Hey readers! Roughly a month ago, Team elleELLEeye, put on our first event:

The Sweet Sound of Hip-Hop

The event acted as a benefit concert for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, at Santos Party House in NYC. The concert feature showcased five talented acts; Young Flame, Eric Sosa, M.A.E, Oxymorrons, and Ayindé. The show was opened up by artists from Epiff@ny Music, music was provided by DJ ENIGM@, and the show itself was hosted by our friend, Miguel Hernandez. There were drinks, Candy Land specials, candy, cupcakes, th whole 9, but most of all, a GREAT time.

All of the performer smashed their sets and we raised over $1000 for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, thanks to you all! Footage will be available soon, but for now you can enjoy some snapshot from those that attended. If you weren't there, you missed one hell of a show, but we missed you!



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More events are in the works. Keep your eyes open!

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Gifted Bloggers: #1 Willian Yan

Blogging is an amazing way to express ourselves.

Throughout the Internet there are plenty of different blogs that appeal to an array of interests. Like elleELLEeye, we present the audience with just about everything and try our best to keep up with what is going on.

While we may not be able to catch up and satisfy everyone, there are other bloggers out there that may use their blog to display their daily outings, interests and a few words. They inspire us everyday, the blog, and you as well.


William Yan's blog is one of my very favorite because it's random. From events, to him just cruising around NYC taking pictures of whatever interests him. Now I'm not going to say to much about him, check him out yourself.

William Yan's Blog

From the HOT,

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eyeWatch: A Year in the Making

Celebrating ONE Year
...in the making...


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THANK YOU!

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*Video produced by Kareema Bee
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elleELLEeye Recap


365 days, 991 posts (and counting), 95 followers (and counting), 1146 Facebook friends (and counting), 553 Facebook fans (and counting), 6 interviews, and a zillion eyes (and counting) later, who would've thought that elleELLEeye would be what is today? Honestly, I'm not surprised. I've been a humble and modest individual my whole life and for the first time this blog has been something that I've started on my own, and has opened (and closed) a lot of doors for me. I've had the opportunity to work with, meet, and interview people that may not have crossed my path otherwise; and for that, I am grateful.

I'm happy and proud to work with a staff that continues to grow. Although I go blog crazy at times, they have been played significant role in the number of posts, topics, and writing that you see on the blog. And for the person who coined the phrase, "There's no I in team"; let me introduce you to the eyes in mine...

Kareema Bee - My buzy bee who is doing so much and still makes time for elleELLEeye. You're an extremely talented person and I'm glad to have the pleasure to know you as a friend and team member. You bring a lot to the table, along with constructive criticism that I take in and digest, advice & a growing expertise in the "business" world. I'm sure with you on the team, elleELLEeye's buzz will soon become....ummm....a bigger buzz?!


Aliciia - My little Fashionista, if I never knew one before. You know it was only right that you joined the team, I mean with a tattoo that says "Be inspired", how could we not have asked you to?! You've been a great help and I'm glad to have seen the growth of your writing before my own eyes. Keep on "Zoin' it" and Stay Couture!

Perlita - Thank you for what you have contributed. I can't wait until you have more free time on your hands so the elleELLEeye world can see more from you. Keep it HOT Perlita =)

Basquiat - You're the newest addition to the squad, and you've already become a force to be reckoned with. I appreciate your writing and your opinion on the different topics you choose to write about. You know, those "things that make you go hmm"...Looking forward to what the future has to offer you and us as a whole!

DANiE - You've been there before DAY 1! When I was testing out graphics, trying to figure out a name, to when I finally started publishing, you were elleELLEeye's #1 fan. You commented and made pictures for me, and it was only right that you joined me in this quest. You're the Kelly to my Beyoncé, the Bleek to my Jay-Z, the branch to my Michelle, and the Deuce to my Ace. You've had some crazy ideas that I've hated, and said "okay" to, and some that were great, but just didn't work out for us. The ideas of "FASHiON FiGHT", "WoRD UP", "ToP THiS" started with a thought from you, and now they're some of my favorite things about elleELLEeye. You've dealt with me being nervous as ever on our first interview with Shanelle Gabriel; which turned out great, and countless other worries. Without you, elleELLEeye would still be here, but would be missing something that it has today... Love you sis!



A special thank you and appreciation goes out to those that have associated themselves and their name with elleELLEeye; Skye Townsend, Shanelle Gabriel, Ayindé, the Oxymorrons, Iran Ortiz, Parlé Poets (Kevin Benoit, Kesed, and Marcus Wright) and all of our readers. For those of you who read, comment, share and enjoy or dislike the blog, thank you! I appreciate everyone that was and is a part of this process. See you next year ;-p


...and to think, it all started with this post, "Welcome to elleELLEeye"...

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elleELLEeye Highlights: Inspire

If you haven't caught on by now, or if you're just tuning in to elleELLEeye's blog, the "eye" in elleELLEeye stands for "inspire". Once again we have gathered some quotes from our past interviews with Ayindé, Iran Ortiz, Shanelle Gabriel, the Oxymorrons and the poets, Kesed and Marcus Wright, of Parlé. In addition to their responses and comments on the subject of inspiration, the eyes in our team t i f f a n y, DANiE, Aliciia, and Perlita gave their own personal quotes on inspiration. We have a quote from a friend and supporter of elleELLEeye, Keemie Heart and singer, Priscilla Renea - who we hope to work with in the future. We hope that our words inspire you, as you all have us within this past year. If you are nothing else at this moment, Be Inspired.

"It is an amazing feeling when you produce something that is actually BETTER than your BEST work. That's what inspires me!" - Priscilla Renea

Three things that inspire Ayindé:
1. Good instrumentation
2. Conversation
3. Looking around and looking at buildings and what’s going on around me.

"I am inspired by plenty; and they are all different when it comes to my writing, fashion, role models and such. I'm inspired by classic pieces such as Mrs. Dalloway and magazines such as TIME magazine. They help me relax and come intact with my personal writing skills and form of writing. With Fashion I am not inspired by a particular person, but by
eras and different aspects of it; such as the 90s or the 50s. I am also inspired by brands such as American Apparel that offer the overall. I'm inspired by those that succeed in life, and use their knowledge and connections to help out the community." - Perlita

There's so many people in this world. Everyone different, with different lives and different agendas. However, when I close my eyes, I'm in a Me and Myself moment with I alone. I see dreams of success, love, and happiness. How will I get to that place, you ask? By living for my own desires, loving God and others and being inspired by the images which take hold of my heart. L.L.I. - Aliciia

"I'm inspired by tragedies and mind boggling obstacles. Something about a challenge makes my fingers tingle...bad news has a way of making me work that much harder, because when I succeed my accomplishments feels so much more rewarding." - Keemie Heart

What are 5 Things that INSPIRE you?
Kesed: Water because it can take any form, gentle or rough.
Kesed: Nature, in humans. I'm amazed by creativity and stupidity. Sometimes you have to do something stupid to get something creative.
Marcus: Everything I see, that's why I really feel [bad] for blind people.
Marcus: People who have thoughts and don't speak their mind.
Marcus: Parlé

One designer that does inspire me is Kerin Rose. I heard her story through a friend of mine and soon after was following her on Twitter. She inspires me because she goes the extra mile in everything that she does. Not only are her products beautiful but they are also of high quality. Kerin Rose is a true hustler. - Iran Ortiz

elleELLEeye: What inspires you guys?
Oxymorrons: Ony - Life. K.I - Anything we do is an extravaganza. D - Everywhere we go something is happening to us and we're like "Why is this happening?" Ony - Being an artist is a lifestyle within itself. If you're not inspired by life, you're not you! I remember K.I. was having a bad day and he came to me and I made the beat - just from that situation... But we're inspired by everything, life, fashion...

What inspired you to want to become a performer? I graduated in 2006 from Utica College with a degree in Communication Arts. I like working with kids and I worked at Harlem Children’s Zone. After working there, I worked at a financial company for 9 months and that just put me to sleep so I needed something that would keep me going. You should do something you love rather than what other want you to do. I didn’t fall asleep on stage so I knew that performing was it. I knew that I could write but I had to ask myself,"Can I write for people to listen to me?" and that's when I began slam poetry. - Shanelle Gabriel

"I'm so blessed to be constantly be in the midst of inspiring individuals. Our very earthly existence is awe inspiring and this world that we live in is full of things that provoke our senses. I am inspired by God, nature, colors, art, and love. Those elements, paired with family and friends (who have become family) are the very things that inspire me to inspire others." - DANiE

"In creating the elleELLEeye blog and brand, it has become my way of inspiring others that "Love to dream, Live to create, and hope to Inspire", to do what they love. No matter what their craft is, no matter male or female, teacher or dancer, we are all here for a reason. God has a plan for everyone and through Him anything is possible - if you believe. In me overcoming obstacles, being dedicated, creative and passionate, others will see that and want more for themselves. As said by Horace Bushnell, 'The more difficulties one has to encounter, within and without, the more significant and the higher in inspiration his life will be.' That's why I know that I can inspire others." - t i f f a n y

What inspires you?

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Inspire

in·spire   /ɪnˈspaɪər/[in-spahyuhr] verb, -spired, -spir·ing.
–verb (used with object)

1. to fill with an animating, quickening, or exalting influence: His courage inspired his followers.
2. to produce or arouse (a feeling, thought, etc.): to inspire confidence in others.
3. to communicate or suggest by a divine or supernatural influence: writings inspired by God.

Example: You inspire me.


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elleeELLEeye Highlights: Live

The second "L" (ELLE) in elleELLEeye stands for "Live". We've put together some answers from the eyes in our team, as well as Shanelle Gabriel, Iran Ortiz & Ayindé. As you take a look at what lives within us and what we live for, think about what it is that you're living for. Always remember to Live Life, before it passes you by.

What separates Endless Noise NYC jewelry from the rest?
Iran Ortiz: It has a personal touch. I work on every piece myself so it feels like every piece has it’s own personality. Two different girls can have the same piece but it lives differently with each person.

Name three things you live for:
Shanelle Gabriel: I live to:
1. make people smile.
2. prove others wrong by following my dreams.
3. enjoy life.


What are 2 things you live for?
Marcus Wright: The Advancement of African American people and making art known to the world.


Three things Ayindé lives by:
1. Put God first
2. Stay persistent
3. Know when to relax

Kareema Bee: I live to help others. I think one of the greatest rewards someone can have is when they first give wholeheartedly.

Basquiat lives for:
1. Respect
2. Family
3. Success

t i f f a n y: eyeLive to be creative, put a smile on the faces of others, come that much closer to reaching my goals, tell at least one person that I love them everyday, and become more comfortable with myself, no matter how imperfect I am. I live in the hopes of inspiring someone to see what they never saw in themselves before. That's all worth living for.


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Live

/lɪv/ [liv] verb, lived  /lɪvd/, liv·ing.
–verb (used without object)

1. to have life, as an organism; be alive; be capable of vital functions: all things that live.
2. to continue to have life; remain alive: to live to a ripe old age.
3. to continue in existence, operation, memory, etc.; last: a book that lives in my memory.

Example: Live life. I live for this.


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elleELLEeye Highlights: Love

The first "L" (elle) in elleELLEeye stands for "Love". Over the past year, elleELLEeye has had the privilege of interviewing some phenomenal individuals. Often we ask a question or two about "love". Here are some highlights about love from our past interviews.


elleELLEeye: How would you define love?

"My definition of love is so fly, you ready? Love is when you and your partner try to out love one another. It’s not one-sided and it's not about getting love back." - Shanelle Gabriel






"I try to put love in everything. Love hurts sometimes; it makes you happy, and sometimes it doesn't make sense." - Marcus Wright




elleELLEeye: Love, Live, Inspire is what LLI stands for. So in the group, which word would you say represents each member?

Oxys: K.I.'s Love. D would be Live and I [Ony] would be Inspire. Definitely.




elleELLEeye: What are some things you LOVE?
Kesed:
-Love -Women -Baby sister -Mother -Family- Wisdom -Knowledge -Understanding



Three things Ayindé loves:
Food, nah that’s too cliché… 1. Jesus 2. Music 3. A good cartoon



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Love
/lʌv/[luhv] noun, verb, loved, lov·ing.

noun
1. a profoundly tender, passionate affection for another person.
2. strong predilection, enthusiasm, or liking for anything: her love of books.
3. a word formerly used in communications to represent the letter L.

verb (used with object)
1. to have love or affection for: All her pupils love her.
2. to have a strong liking for; take great pleasure in: to love music.

Example: I love elleELLEeye. I have love for elleELLEeye. Spread love.


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eyeWelcome You

My instinct has taught me quite well
how to dispel a pheromone
2 those who wish to listen,
or read the new word and if you don’t mind sitting.
I will blog, yes… but I’ve always been a writer first.
And so I hope you do not mind from
time to time if I give you the buzz on media,
health, and explore literature’s girth.

I would not think to call myself the Queen, no.
I’m more of a worker, and I do not mind building up the comb.
You see my hope is for you to walk away from each entry
quenched with sweet nectar in the back of your jawbone.
And if I happen to sting, believe me it was never to make you cry.
You see, I was on my way exploring the world with humming wings of passion,
and was trying to land on the

Pedals of elleELLEeye,

Welcome.


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Allow Me to Introduce Myself

Allow me to introduce myself; Where do I begin, I guess with the truth. Truth is, I'm an average guy with beyond average visions and ambitions - centered around my writing and articulation.

My writing is who I am - my perspective. Subjective? Maybe, but with object in my mind. My calling is to be heard, and to hear others. My experience has encompassed the full gamut of life - the ups, the downs and everything in between. With every breath, I try to epitomize the theory or cliche rather - well rounded. Ever wonder what that truly means? I wake up and go to sleep with that thought. The only definition I have come up with is my life.

I could be the guy next door, I could be the guy whom passes you everyday unnoticeable until you take the time. Since we are as yet unfamiliar, I guess I'll go first and introduce...

Hi, I'm BASQUIAT.


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