Hello from Art Basel
So my last trip to Philadelphia was a bust so I thought I would be more adventurous this time - I went to Miami!Actually I am here covering Art Basel for my GQ page. What a scene!
Where to begin:
- I almost got a beatdown for taking a photo of Jay Z at the Fair.
- I bid on something that was not a piece of art but apparently an actual sprinkler system.
- I almost ate a piece of art - looked like a bowl of fruit to me.
I also learned in Miami that just because your hotel has an iron it does not guarantee they have an ironing board.
They suggested ironing on my bed. (I was afraid to ask for coffee for fear they would ask me to cup my hands)
On a good note I did receive a lovely spa level micro-abrasion treatment from my grade 3-level sandpaper bath towels.
I have gotten some great shots though and they will be in the Feb. issue so you will see them soon.
Sorry for the stern look on my face but I'm much better taking the photos than posing for them.
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post a comment"I bid on something that was not a piece of art but apparently an actual sprinkler system."
This is too funny. But did you win?
:)
You've got it in spades....... your take, your talent, your engagement in the world...... What a treat to be walking the earth with you.
welcome to Florida!
The ironing/coffee comment made me laugh!!
Also, I love the photograph of men's jackets in the other entry. They're beautiful jackets, but I can't help but think it's partially due to how good the photograph is.
Watcg out for the $10 martinis!
You forgot to say cheese....;)
How funny.. a beatdown let me contact jay-z's people right now..... stay in newyork where your safe and the hotel rooms come with ironing boards.. see it' s so dangerous and unaccomodating when you leave the "country of new york"....hahaha. p.s I did not know you wre such a handsome lad
um, sart, are you standing in a hurricane or is the sprinkler system actually ON? you look like anderson cooper without the red prada windbreaker, and it sounds like your little boat has been negotiating some mighty perilous seas down there in the big bad sunshine state. you're doing a heckofa job, scotty!
stern look or not, you're adorable. I can't wait to see your photos.
No apologies needed ... The scowl makes the man.
Bienvendio a Miami!
This is a great week to be in Miami. Although the weather is not as nice as it should be. I hope you enjoy your stay and find us some wonderful shots. You have a way for finding very interesting people, and this is definitely a good place to find them.
so, have some Cuban coffee and get us some great photos!
Saludos!
Why always so stern? Maybe smile for a photo. might look nice.
Hi Sartorialist,
Your blog, your haircut ánd your checked shirt; I love it all!
A reader from Holland.
i am again jealous. I am an artist, i couldnt make it to basel this year because of my schedule. it is a well-times excuse to get out of the dismal northeastern weather.
what hotel are you put up in? my lord, sounds GREAT! (-pure sarcasm-)
be on the look out for two sophisticated "19 year olds" ladies prowling about the fair. my grandmother and great aunt are in miami for the same occasion, straight out of 57 & 6th.
What a hottie. But I believe your taken, no?
Welcome to Miami Sart, my hometown. The service is so awful, rude and loud most of where you go, it is a shame. Enjoy the weather though. Thanks for your blog. I love it.
I'm sorry I don't know who you are. I have some personal issues with Miami and I am ROTFLMHO. You rock... you are soooooooooo funny, thank you; the tears are rolling down my cheeks.
lotsa luv ann xxxxxx
p.s. I always tell everyone how many times I have to comment with word verification. I never use the word hate, only for word verification. For your information this is my 2nd attempt. Sometimes it can be many more... doh!
Oh no - unfortunately your description of Miami is spot on. Miami is a VERY harsh city. I was an inhabitant for over 6 years and after a while you just have to laugh it off. If not, you will lose it. I almost have gone off the deep end a couple times, but thankfully I kept it together.
Also, keep in mind that you can't live in paradise. With all the beautiful weather, beautful (plastic) people, and crazy nightlife - something is bound to give.
Eventually, I gave up and came to NYC. That was a year ago and I couldn't belive I waited this long. I love NY.
Cheers and good luck,
Amalia
P.S. try getting off the beach and heading to the design district. Much better people with better style.
Jay-Z? What is an "YoYo-I am a Gangsta from the hood" wannabe musician doing at a place that has something to with art?
Anyway, I hope you are doing good Sart and I am looking forward to more news !
Hey, stern is good.
Is that you in the pic? If so you're very good looking. I love your page in GQ I check it out first thing when I buy my GQ. Keep up the awesome work and good luck with everything.
Im at art basel too, its a pretty incredible ridiculous swarm! so lovely! - ATWR
Can't wait for the photos!
Life's not always in a bubble. It is only different in comparison.
Sart,
It's nice to know that you're "normal."
It's less intimidating ;-)
mltt
i love stern. sometimes, smiling is overrated.
Do the people in Miami even WEAR clothes? :)
Thanks, Sart ... your humor made my day!
Sincerely,
Freezing in The Midwest ...
you're hot.
(Warning: mash note)Gosh you're cute.
marry me.
LOL!! I know that at the time, it was not funny but it sure sounds funny now! The comment about the towels did make me cringe a bit.
I am impressed that you can take a self-photo with a dSLR camera and not use a tripod. There is no way I can do that with my dSLR (Nikon) unless I use two hands..even then it is awkward.
wanna go to miiiiiiiami!
still good looking!
Hah! Your "microdermabrasion" reminds me of using that nasty old powdered/granulated soap in the high school bathrooms to wash off stage makeup after plays, followed by a brisk blast from the air-dryer.
No wonder my skin looks so lousy now...
Scott, you seem like such an intelligent man - why stoop to making hackneyed jokes about art? Leave that to low brow sit-coms such as 'The King of Queens'. Someone who has such a sensitive eye for detail should have no problem navigating the ideas surrounding found objects in art.
I apologize for being a bore, but please - the art world is such an easy target!
I remain your ardent fan...
I ALWAYS look stern when I am trying to look sexy! You too eh? :D
You look so handsome! That's funny that Jay-Z's people wanted to beat you down for taking a pic. They must not have known you were doing something for GQ. He was chosen as one of the Men of the Year so I'm HE didn't mind but his people are probably crazy. I see him all the time in New York and he's so incredibly smooth and easy going. Maybe your next meeting will be much more pleasant if you didn't have a camera around trying to snap a picture of Beyonce haha!
hi scott,
nice to SEE you :)
mira-jakarta
You are so cute, ugh.
Sart, come back to Philadelphia it's not so bad. On a Monday everybody's at work in their office. Pick a friday and hang out by La Colombe in the morning swing but Rouge and Striped Bass in the afternoon during lunch. Watch people go through Rittenhouse square and the holiday shoppers on Walnut.
How dare you attempt to take a photograph of the great and mystical Jay Z. Who does that 'hood' rat think he is? The "J" must stand for JERK.
No need to apologise for a stern look when you're literally battling with the elements in Miami! That's hilarious!! Ironing on the bed?!
I think it's about time that you reveal if you're single or not? The naked truth, we all wanto know.
WOW,
All this time I am admiring your pictures. I should have been admiring you. You are sooo cute, handsome, elegant, sexy, and hot...
I just can't believe it!!!
ENID P.
hey sart, i would like to say that im truly inspired by the effort u put into you blog. It might be as a result of your growing fan base, but i honestly applaud you. I am a young man living in houston, texas trying to seek some advice for a professional like yourself. i would like to know to get involved in the menswear fashion industry, i have a complitated story and would honestly appreciate your input. i guess your a photographer for GQ, i would like to do something similar or work with Menswear Fashion review. my email is big_shaggy04@yahoo.com please any assistance would be appreciated, Sir thank you
You are so hot.
you look like bruce willis!
Miami is tough like New York. Some of the hotels are a little on the skeez side, you really have to just suck it up and pa walforf prices in order to get something nice.
Cute pic!
Jen