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Obiekwe Okolo or simply Obi, has lived in D.C. for nearly 5 years by way of San Antonio, TX . Okolo is amongst the ranks of photographers, designers, and creatives who are transforming Washington’s creative scene. We caught up with him to gauge his perspective on work/life balance and covering ones many blind spots. […]
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By day, 29-year-old Sebastian Marin serves as a Communications Manager for a government agency. At night, he is a creative director and content creator– having worked with colossal brands like Coach, Nike, Sweetgreen, Vice, and Refinery29. “I love being involved in the creative process,” says Marin. “I get bored really easily, so having a creative outlet […]
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June 9th is National Rosé Day, and the timing couldn’t be more apropos– as weather-weary DC residents scramble to soak up the summer sun. What is Frosé? Enjoyed mostly on the warmest months of the year, frosé is a wine slushy made from frozen rosé and sweetner. Varying recipes include fresh fruit like strawberries or […]
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