Jazz at Lincoln Center Gala 2011

What a night it was. Lisa Schiff thanked her daughter Ashley during her speech at Jazz at Lincoln Center telling everyone that it was Ashley who came up with the idea for Wynton Marsalis and Eric Clapton to do a show together and then Ashley made it happen. The gala night was the first of 3 concerts which raised over four million dollars. The first night alone raised over three and a half million dollars.
After the amazing concert everyone headed to Roselands. There were musicians galore. As I walked in the first person I saw was John Legend congratulating Wynton.
After dinner people made to the dance floor.
I am still spinning from the night. To view all the photos please click on The Jazz@ Lincoln Center Gala Link

Anita and Sunil

We had been planning to get together for weeks and finally Saturday was here. Luckily the weather was not as it was forecast and the sun was out. Anita and Sunil came to my studio so I could take a portrait of the 2 of them. We decided that as the weather was great we would head to the Brooklyn Bridge but first we made a stop at their apartment so Anita could change her shoes. It is true, neither of them had every walked across the mighty structure so I was excited to make the journey with them. There were hundreds of people and yet some how I managed to snap a shot that makes it look like they were there alone.
I can not wait for the wedding which will be taking place in Boston soon.

Eric Clapton and Wynton Marsalis at Jazz @ Lincoln Center

I am having most amazing week. It started on Monday at 10 am. I have been sitting in on rehearsals at Jazz @ Lincoln Center with Wynton Marsalis and Eric Clapton. Eric came to NY to play 3 benefit shows and together these guys came up with an extraordinary play list. It has been awesome watching Wynton and his band collaborate with Eric.
And if that was not enough Tah Mahal flew in on Wednesday to open for the guys last night. Here are the official photos that I took that were released to the press.
After the concert the dinner was held at Roselands. When I get through with all the concert photos I will post the party pic's.

St Barths Bucket Weekend

All my friends know St Barths is my favorite place close to New York that makes me feel like I am back in Australia. I never really know why this little island has always felt this way to me. Maybe because like Australia it attracts salty sea dogs and fabulous women.
This week is the Bucket and the boats in the port are lined up one bigger than the next. Watching them entering and exiting is amazing.
Yes the women are beautiful in their flowing clothes and leather and pearl necklaces while the men are rugged with windswept faces from time spent on the water or living outside ( even if it is only for a week).
The restaurants are full at night and where ever I look there are familiar faces, some I know personally and others we all know thanks to their larger than life talents.
My excuse for this visit was that Pamela Fiori is here this week to celebrate her new book, In The Spirit of St Barths.
Last night there was a book signing at Clic. The wonderful little gallery was buzzing with activity. Olivia Chantecaille and her family were all there to support Pamela as were the Mishaans, Kino, Nichole Miller, Tony Dub, his brother Phillip with wife Gertrude, Melanie Smith and many more. Here are a few of my iPhone photos and below you will find the shots from last night.

Pamela's Book Party At Clic

The Metropolitan Opera Spring Gala

Tonight was the much anticipated opening of Le Comte Ory at the Met Opera.
The crowd was beautiful, many of the women were wearing gowns by Yves Saint Laurent.
There was a dinner held on the Balcony. The guests arrived early and had cocktails upstairs followed by dinner below. They then went in to enjoy the first act. Dessert followed during the intermission and then the guests returned to their seats for the remainder of the performance.
Mrs Ziff and Mrs Bass both looked amazing as did Claire Danes and Claudia Schiffer. I am always happy to see the always elegant Marlene Hess and her husband Jim Zirin.
Many thanks to all the staff who not only took great care of me, they also let me take their photos at the end of the night. Ladies you Rock... and you know who you are! To view all the photos please click on The Met Spring Gala Link

Asia Society Gala

Last night the Asia Society held its Gala at 583 Park Ave. The food is always great that they serve but last night with its asian flair it was extra delicious.
There were women in saris and lots of bright colours. Naeem and Ranjana Khan plus Donna D'Cruz and her husband Tom Silverman were just 2 of the stunning couples that I saw when I first walked in. The tables were beautiful, each one designed by a different designer.
The event raised over nine hundred thousand dollars and will be used to further the artistic relationships between the US and Asia.

To view all the photos please click on Asia Society Gala Link

Save Venice Ball

Finally all the images are uplaoaded and you can view them all on this link.
Best wishes
Julie
To view all the photos please click on Save Venice Ball Link

Save Venice Ball

Last night was every thing I love about a great party.Here is how they do it! Start with The Plaza Hotel Ballroom decorated by the fabulous Ron Wendt. Next fill it up with Co-Chairs, Adelina Wong Ettelson, Dayssi Olarte de Kanavos, Mary Kthryn Navab, Carlos Sousa and Matt White, then add International Co-Chairs, Eva Jeanbart-Lorenzotti and Nadia Swarovski, plus Young Friends Co-Chairs Olivia Chantecaille, Amanda Hearst, Alexandra Lind Rose, and Luigi Tadini and you know the room is going to be buzzing.
This event raises money to restore art works in Venice and in keeping with the theme of Carnival many of the guests were inspired to wear masks and costumes. Francesco Clementi won an award for the best mask while Beatrix Ost won for best costume. Courtney Love was looking great. I didn't see her till the end of the night and so she popped her mask on for me and threw her arms in the air.
After dinner the music was turned up and the dancing got going. It didn't take long for Colin Cowie to have women dancing on the tables and spinning on the floor. Other guests returned to the foyer where Grey Goose cocktails awaited them. It was well after midnight when I looked at my watch. Where did the time go?

To view all the photos please click on Save Venice Ball Link

The School of American Ballet Winter Gala

Last night was the Winter Ball for the School of American Ballet. Held at Lincoln Center in the David H. Koch Theater the dinner raised over a million dollars. There were lots of beautiful people in wonderful clothes. I always love seeing Al Roker and his wonderful wife Deborah Roberts. Last night they were the honorary Chairs. As always she looked awesome in a very fun short gown.
The dinner was served upstairs and I was lucky to be seated. Many thanks to the staff who were really helpful and made sure I got my shots.



To view all the photos please click on The School of American Ballet Winter Gala Link