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G-Star Raw Denim Toronto

May 5, 2012

Thanks to Essential Homme magazine, I was invited to the opening of the first G-Star clothing store in Toronto. The private opening played host to some of Canada’s well know music artist, sports and film industry professionals. Guests included; singer Kreesha Turner, Rapper J Diggz, Down With Webster, MuchMusic hosts Jesse Giddings and Liz Trinnear, actor Daniel Desanto, Lee Rumohr, Samantha Munro and hockey players Jay Rosehill and Joey Crabb. The intimate well stocked 3800 square foot space fit perfectly on Queen Street. Signature G-Star Raw Denim Jeans aligned the store walls, while perfectly selected women’s jackets & jumpers filled the floor space. My personal favourite; the Correct Line NY Griff Suit (shown below).

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It was a great evening filled with music, drinks and some friends. The G-Star Toronto store opening (328 Queen Street West) didn’t disappoint. Don’t forget to visit the only G Star Toronto location.

Nowness The Expression Of A Brand

Jan 15, 2012

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This thing we call “technology”, is amazing. Blend it with various artistic elements and it’s a beautiful thing. NOWNESS, a collective of luxury brands (LVMH Moet, Hennessy) collaborates with some of the world’s top designers and creative thinkers in the luxury brand industry. Daily, NOWNESS presents an exclusive premiere video to influence various cultures in fashion, art, film, music, design, travel and sport. It’s their high-end way of story-telling.

Janie Taylor for Chloe: The Prima Ballerina Models the Fashion House’s Ethereal Collection

And my personal favourite…25yrs of Def Jam.

More pictures here

Roc-A-Wear Pop Up Shop And When I Met Jay Z

Nov 24, 2011

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Well the early bird catches the worm, isn’t that what they say? I’m headed to the Jay Z concert tonight but had the chance to view the pre-opening of the Roc-A-Wear Pop Up Shop earlier on in the day, prior to the customer rush. Thanks to Sandro over at Richmond Day Marketing, I was given a sneak peek while the crew set up, cleaned, folded and made things are all things Jay Z. The shop crew worked frantically, just pulling in from Montreal only a few hours prior to landing in Toronto. The team hung various Jay Z posters and filled the racks with the controversial Occupy WAll Street tee’s. But the best part of my morning happened when the man himself showed up! Yes, Jay Z showed up to the shop….or at least I thought.

While watching the team in action, the shop doors flew open and the a member of the shop team yell’s “Jay’s here!” Like any true Jay Z fan; my heart stops, sank and revives itself (all in that order) in a matter of 30 seconds. I will admit, I thought I was about to pass out for a split second. This 6-3 frame with (what I believed to be) similar Jigga-like features walked through the door. I said this ever so lightly “WTF, this couldn’t possible be happening to me, could it?”

Alas, the gentleman was only part of the shop team….lol. Who obviously must be related. Thank God I kept my composure, I would have been writing an entirely different story at this exact moment. Well, back to work I went taking pictures. At least I know my heart will go on for the concert tonight.

I’ve been told that Jay, Kanye and Beyoncé, often hang out in the shop playing video games.

If you’re at the concert tonight send me a tweet, comment @iamwhatshot

Thanks Sandro & Tony.

Check out the pics.

Roc-A-Wear Shop
Air Canada Centre Grounds
Nov 23rd & 24th
Open: 11am – till.

Photographer Javier Lovera Shoots for Plaid Magazine

Oct 16, 2011

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One of the many perks of running this blog, is that I’m lucky enough to view the works of some of Canadian’s well known photographers. I stopped by creative agency Hermann & Audrey on Friday and Photographer Javier Lovera recently did a shoot for beauty magazine Plaid Magazine. At first glance I thought he had the poor girl (Sutherland Model Heidi Dyck) sticking her head through a makeshift white wall. Of course I was wayyyy off…the effect uses a material called foam core. like I said he’s the creative mind….not I. Good Sunday visuals, enjoy!

a couple of my favourite spreads from a beauty story I shot with hair and makeup artist Dee Daly (Judy Inc) and Heidi Dyck (Sutherland Models). Heidi was so patient during this session. I had her face sticking out and through pieces of foam core, which were cut to measure and were quite restrictive and someone might say a bit claustrophobic. Dee and her fully trusted me, which is important to me. I find this trust liberating. Javier Lovier

See Hermann & Audrey 2011 Contact Exhibit.

Welcome To Iamwhatshot.com

Sep 9, 2011

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“Allow me to re-introduce myself my name is Kayyyyyy” (Jay Z Public Service Announcement playing in the background…lol). It’s been a long time coming but I seriously needed an update, a facelift of sorts. Here you have it, a new and improved iamwhatshot.com. A little something to thank my readers (both old and new) for allowing me to voice my opinion, on anything from entertainment to art to our Canadian culture.

I am Karen G. Bishop, the founder/Creator/Blogger/Main Contributor of iamwhatshot.com and I welcome, welcome, and welcome you to my blog. Thanks for taking the time to visit my site and allowing me to express my thoughts. What began as a hobby, in a very short span has now become an official entertainment news resource, a recognized part of local media and most importantly an outlet for hot artist to show their stuff. In this past year everything related to this crazy world of entertainment has captured my heart: music, fashion, visual art, photography and anything else that you can think of. Although, I have many loves/interests, I’m still excited to continue to express what I believe to be HOT!

So, What’s New?

I have great things coming your way, regular posts, covering some of the hottest events in the city, more interviews, artist reviews, iamwhatshot.com TV, our branded retail store (coming soon) and two monthly features; iamwhatshot.com tshirt campaign and IAWH Artist on The Rise. So stay tuned!

How do I plan to keep it all together? Well, the blog wouldn’t be the same without my witty charm…lol. I’m super excited, that this time around I have a little help. I introduce to you, two of the newest contributors to the iamwhatshot.com family,
Introducing Sherief a.k.a Surereef…

Sherief (Surereef) Salem, is one of the most versatile music lovers I’ve met in a long time. His passion for music and his appreciation for various genres of music are uncanny. His personal musical library ranges from Harold Melvin and the Bluenotes to Nirvana, from Gangstarr to Rick Ashley. With his love or addiction for the internet, an aspiring digital marketer and his versatile musical interest, I’m sure you’ll enjoy his musical ramblings and look forward to his posts as our, iamwhatshot.com music contributor. “Among being connected at the hip with anything that is Internet and/or sports based, I require music as part of a healthy balanced diet. In short: I love music, and have discovered I love writing about it as well.”

Introducing Kwame aka The Fish…

Well introducing him to my readers that is…Visual Artist/Illustrator Kwame Delfish can find artistic elements in anything from a dilapidated building to a withered flower on a concrete sidewalk. I guess that’s the benefit of being born with such a creative spine. His artistic eye intertwined with his love for music (a Kanye enthusiast), fashion (a santorialist follower), photography and pretty much anything that can brought to life on a piece of canvas, will surely give his art & culture contributions to my blog some real depth. Don’t get it twisted although it’s all about art…..expect a random music or photography post here and there. In the end it’s all about the Art. ” I explore the non-existent relationship between classical art and popular culture, so follow up my stream”

So there you have it, a little help, more features from the blog etc etc. iamwhatshot.com
is back for the better…..so let’s get this show on the road.