Sam and Justin

The Cool Kid

Photo by Koko Quiza

Madison is the subject of this post as she really shines in front of the camera. Kids in these digital days have such an advantage, we had to wait centuries to see our pictures. 

Fingers Crossed

photos courtesy of Jak&Jil

I was unable to make it to the Mich. Ave H&M on Saturday, (mainly because waiting inline at 7a.m. alongside like-sized shoppers giving me the stink eye doesn't really appeal to me). However, I spoke to my oh-so-fashionable opera singer brother-in-law, and as we gushed over the yellow ruffles and metallic oxfords, he mentioned to me that the debut in  Madrid was Tuesday. Not only that, but he and his wife would be one of those dedicated shoppers standing in line with their lil' fashionista, Daniella in tow. I suggested a few pieces that I had my eye on, and if they should so happen to see it in a 38........

Leaps and Bounds

photos by Koko Quiza


It has been a rare transition of the seasons. We've held on to the weather that would allow us to sleep with our windows open, just a crack, well into November. As the year winds down (ever so quickly, eek!) I am getting more and more excited for the approaching year. This past year, I made a cautious entrance into the world of photography. Capturing moments that before I could only visit in the depths of my imagination. Having taken the leap and purchasing a camera cost-equivalent to one's rent, has allowed me to share my thoughts without words. 

The Presentation

photos by Ryan Mitchell

The Space

POPPING UP AND BACKING UP

I HAVEN'T HAD MY HEAD IN A HOLE. WELL NOT LITERALLY.  I WOULDN'T CONSIDER MYSELF TO BE THE MOST COMPUTER SAVVY PERSON, HOWEVER, I NEVER IMAGINED THAT I WOULD BE SO IRRESPONSIBLE AS TO LOSE MY PHOTOS THE DAY AFTER ONE OF THE MOST IMPORTANT EVENTS FOR 7THMARKET TO DATE. I SPENT ABOUT A WEEK AND A HALF IN ANGONY. I EVEN DREAMED THAT I HAD TAKEN ALL OF THESE WONDERFUL TOMMY TON-ESQUE BACKSTAGE PHOTOS AND THEY WERE AVAILABLE ON MY MAC, READY TO POST. I FELT INSPIRATIONLESS. UNTIL NOW.  MY HUSBAND (he's pretty dreamy) WOKE ME UP TO A COMPUTER SCREEN FILLED WITH MY "LOST" IMAGES. I DON'T THINK I COULD HAVE KISSED HIM ENOUGH. THEY ARE STILL BEING SORTED THOUGH AND TOUCHED UP AS WE SPEAK. I HAVE LEARNED MY LESSON AND SWIFTLY PURCHASED A NEW BACKER-UPPER-THINGY THAT WILL ENSURE THAT THIS NEVER HAPPENS AGAIN (hopefully). I HOPE THAT THIS IS A REASONABLE ENOUGH EXPLANATION FOR MY NEARLY 2 WEEK HIATUS. SEE YOU SOON! KISSES!
-KO

It's a pop up!

creative lounge CHICAGO inspired by TOYOTA  1-yr Anniversary POP UP SHOP from Kortnee Quiza on Vimeo.


I am so looking forward to this. the creative lounge CHICAGO inspired by TOYOTA has now been in existence for one year now. One of my favorite designers, Anna Fong, is a resident at the lounge and she will be debuting her Holiday '10 collection. (I previewed it earlier, it's the bee's knees!) October 15-17 1452 N. Milwaukee Ave. Chicago. for more info email Jackie at info@7thmarket.com

Us.

photos by Koko Quiza

In Wicker Park, you can always leave the house by yourself, and by the end of your trip to the grocery store end up with 4 friends have a drink juuuuust before happy hour. Cheers!

The Sun Sets in the West

photo by Koko Quiza

Fields of Gold

photo by Koko Quiza


Even though just looking at this picture makes me want to sneeze, I still get this sense of serenity. I keep reading articles and posts about how the summer is coming to an end, however these sweltering September days beg to differ. Many of us are thrilled to get a few more days to show off our pedicures before we are stuffing our wool socks into brown leather boots. (sigh)

End of Summer

photo by Koko Quiza



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We're at the end of what was a cheerful and productive summer. I shot this young man at the Street Style fashion show a bit ago. It was one of my favorite images and I never posted it. Matter of fact, I never caught his name either...

SneakPeak

serendipitous.

Untitled from Kortnee Quiza on Vimeo.

Love Letters to BP

This was an exhibition put on my some of our newest clients bear.illa. The streets were buzzing with Lala goers, but there was a different type of buzz going on at Connect Gallery. People were out to appreciate artists and musicians who all came together for the same purpose, to shed light on the devastating effects this recent oil tragedy had left on the gulf coast.

Party on the Block.

The Industry. Once more. But the Full Edit.

The Industry. Full Edit from Kortnee Quiza on Vimeo.

Opening Ceremony for the Industry 7.7.10

We had our first informative forum for The Industry,our interactive/creative workshops. Here are a few shots from yesterday. The turnout was great, we got to meet a few students, fashionistas, and art enthusiasts. We will be hosting a follow-up Intro Forum held at The Creative Lounge Chicago inspired by Toyota 1564 N. Damen Ave 3rd Floor. Come and check us out next week, Wednesday, July 14th at 6:30. This is something that we are so excited about, you won't wanna miss out. I promise.

The Industry

So, I have been wanting to bring new Creative Individuals together in Chicago for a while now. And since the closing of Verse last fall (tear) our clubhouse has been n/a. Starting July 27th, we will be welcoming fashionistas, photographers, bloggers, and students to The Industry. The Industry is a interactive forum, lasting four weeks and is designed to encourage the exploration of the professional fashion/creative industry. During this time, we will be consulting, blogging, and hosting Q&A's with Anna Fong, Melanie Lyke of Rockett Mansion, Ashley Scott of Drapes, and Chicago stylist Justin White. I think this is gonna be an event that will provide an awesome networking and inspiring network that Chicago has thirsted for some time now. Are you gonna come?

Adventures in Posting.

The Industry - Chicago from Kortnee Quiza on Vimeo.