DEEP BREEDING: A COLLABORATION BETWEEN PLATON AND CHARLOTTE STOCKDALE FOR GARAGE MAGAZINE
I first worked with PLATON many years ago for Esquire magazine. It was a boxing story that we cast at Gleason's gym and I will never forget Platon's intense focus while working on this job. So when I came across this brilliant story in Garage Magazine, it was no surprise to me that is was a PLATON project. As he so aptly recalls, "This project was an extraordinary experience. For me it was a celebration of the relationship between human beings and animals. Having all these beautiful dogs in my studio changed the dynamic immensely with all the models I was privileged to work with. In many cases, the dogs needed reassurance and were timid in front of the light. The models suddenly found themselves nurturing and supporting these lovely animals in their moment of vulnerability. The end result has soul, humility and sincerity. You can see it in all the model’s eyes in each image. They are nothing but perfectly authentic.
MRS. SIZZLE IS OBSESSED WITH MARTIN USBORNE'S DOGS IN CARS SERIES
I first came across this series at AIPAD NY 2014. I was undone on every level - the emotion, the cinematic lighting, the DOGS. I was lucky enough to have met Martin the next day before her returned to England.
MRS. SIZZLE CAN'T GET ENOUGH OF NICOLA FORMICHETTI'S LOVE FOR TANK AND BAMBI
Like any fabulous pair of shoes, sometimes good things come in two’s. Nicola Formichetti certainly found that out when he was united with his furry little friends, Tank and Bambi. We had to ask the man a few q's about his pooches. So Tank and Bambi, have you always had dogs and how did they come to be your mascots?
MRS. SIZZLE TALKS TO THE SUBLIME CHARLOTTE DUMAS ABOUT HER WORK WITH ANIMALS
I have been enamored with the work of Charlotte Dumas for some time now and I was thrilled to hear that she would share some of her Heart Shaped Hole series of stray dogs in Palermo with Mrs. Sizzle. We asked her a few questions about her art and love of animals. Where did your love of dogs begin and why?
MRS. SIZZLE'S DAUGHTER SOPHIE FOUND A CAT. ALICE LANE ADOPTED HER. ALICE'S SON WALT SAID, "MOMMY, WHY DID THEY THROW THE KITTY OUT? "
"A million things hold the universe together. Our universe begins with Instagram and a cat.
I had rescued this sweet cat named Jazz from the streets of Hartford over a month before Alice walked into our lives. Jazz was malnourished, cold, and dumpster diving in order to survive. Countless treats and a few scratches later, she moved into my college dorm full time with me.
Laurie Simmons' daughter has a dog named Lamby.
This is a funny story... Laurie was shooting her show that was up last month at Salon 94 when Lamby jumped up on the model's lap and Laurie snapped this shot. The end.
Big story right? Well, I went to the gallery I met another gorgeous dog whose name is Ludvig von Truffle and he showed me around....
Not to mention that Laurie can join the girl crush club too. Love her.
THE DOGIST, MRS.SIZZLE, RUGGEDWRIST, STACY ALLDREDGE, AND SOME GORGEOUS DOGS - WINNING CANINE COMBO
THE DOGIST writes: Olive & Buttercup, Pit Bull/terrier mix (2 y/o & 8 w/o; Mother and pup) – available for adoption from Bully Project• Olive was found pregnant on the street and recently gave birth to a litter of 7 puppies. Visit "Help Olive and Her Pups" to help cover their medical expenses. All leashes and collars by RUGGEDWRIST, made in USA. Assistant for the day: @mazzie_takes_manhattan. Please email bullyprojectnyc@gmail.com if you are interested!
MRS. SIZZLE IS QUITE JEALOUS OF "MY DOG CAMP" BECAUSE THEY GET TO WALK DOGS ALL DAY! FIND OUT HOW YOU CAN TOO
I met Matt Bogosian years ago in New York city and when he found out that I had gone to the dogs he reached out to tell me about his latest venture! After working as a studio manager in New York City for 8 years, Matt eventually made his way to Vermont where he met his girlfriend Rhonda who owns Vermont Dog Pack and co-owns Vermont Dog Socials.
MRS. SIZZLE AND YSA PEREZ HANG WITH RINCON THE BULLY AND HIS BUSY DAD BRENDON BECK
The dog and model du jour are none other than Brendon Beck of "Beck and Call Catering" and @Rincon_da-bully. Photographer Ysa Perez followed these two around for a day to learn the ins and outs of catering, cuteness, and mutual respect for each other.
TAVI GEVINSON IS OFF BROADWAY BUT DON'T MISS HER TOO MUCH! HERE SHE IS LOOKING VERY #MRSSIZZLE THANKS TO DANIELLE LEVITT, ANNE KOCH AND LULA MAGAZINE!
JESS BONHAM SHOOTS A DOG AND NOT NECESSARILY THE KIND YOU THINK!
I spotted these fun hot dogs on Feature shoot shot for The Gourmand by Jess Bonham, styling by Julian Ganio, food styling by Peta O'Brian, and custom dog coats designed by Paul Smith, using fabrics from his SS15 collection.
DOG SHOW OR FASHION SHOW - JOHN HUBA SHARES HIS NATIONAL DOG SHOW PICS WITH MRS. SIZZLE
"I’ve always been fascinated by dog show people and their culture. While on a shoot for Ralph Lauren, one of the dog trainers asked me if I would like a ticket for the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show. I jumped at the opportunity to go and rolled into Madison Square Garden with my camera in hand.
MRS SIZZLE, THE DOGIST AND FOUND MY ANIMAL JOINED TOGETHER IN A PHOTO SHOOT. ADOPTING IS CHIC.
It was hot and we had a job to do yesterday. The ASPCA had asked if we could photograph some of their current dogs up for adoption. These beauties are all available right now and need your help. Imagine how good it will feel to see a tail wagging. There is nothing more fashionable than a chic new dog especially in Adopt October. To inquire about adoption call: 212-876-7700 extension 4120 or visit the shelter at 424 East 92nd Street in NYC.
HO, HO, HOLD ON...IS THAT MRS. SIZZLE WE SEE ACCOMPANYING JEFF MERMELSTEIN AT SANTACON AND BARK BOX #MRSSIZZLESANTACON
SantaCon NYC is a strange yet spectacular display of holiday spirit to behold, sort of like the North Pole’s biggest outdoor party ever! Put dogs and Bark Box in the mix and you got Santa "Claws". Behold the glad doggie tidings and fun that was had by all, especially Jeff and the dog's owners!
ARNE SVENSON'S CHEWED UP DOG TOYS ARE RIGHT UP MRS. SIZZLE'S ALLEY
My dear friend Laurie Kratochvil sent me this marvelous book to peek at. My first reaction as a dog owner was pure glee and fascination; but the more I looked at the pictures and the way the objects are photographed, they became a tad sad and that's what I love about them. I am even more in awe after hearing what Arne Svenson had to say about the work!
LUIS VENEGAS HAS A DOG NAMED PERRI THAT HE WANTED TO SHARE WITH MRS. SIZZLE
Luis Venegas is my idol! When I was starting my site, both Donald Robertson and Inez asked me, "Do you know Luis?". Well now I do and I am in awe. Like-minded and chic, here is a bit about the man and his dog Perri, and the new magazine, "The Printed Dog".
MRS SIZZLE AND SOPHIE GAMAND TOOK A TRIP TO BROOKHAVEN ANIMAL SHELTER TO MAKE MORE #PITBULLFLOWERPOWER
Sophie Gamand is an animal lover, photographer, and animal activist extraordinaire.
I was lucky enough to be along for the ride last week in Brookhaven Long Island, a town that I live in and one that has a very special need which Sophie could fulfill - Pit Bull awareness - by extending her series "Flower Power, Pit Bulls of the Revolution". We visited the Brookhaven Animal Shelter, with Ashley Boyd at the helm, and over two days, Sophie was able to photograph more than 50 dogs. I was in awe!
MRS. SIZZLE LOVES A CHIC DOG PORTRAIT IN PLATINUM BY CAMERAWORK STUDIO
Tricia Rosenkilde from Camerawork Studio reached out to me to present her gorgeous platinum portraits of animals. Her own dog, Katie, came from a kill shelter in Georgia; she was originally found in the woods with her three sisters, living in an old wood pile with no food. The puppies all found wonderful homes when they were brought up to New Jersey by Eleventh Hour Rescue.