Jan

30

The first auction I went to as a child still stands out in my mind. It was a livestock auction somewhere in the middle of South Carolina.
I had a horse already but I went in anticipation of getting some new colorful stuff for my horse… saddle pads, halters, lead ropes. I wasn’t sure what they would be auctioning off, but I was hopeful.
After they had auctioned several horses and some cattle, they pulled out a box of red and white lead ropes. I remember sitting up very tall, thinking “oh, if I could just win one of those.”
The auctioneer started talking fast and hands were flying up, and mine was one of them. I ended up getting four red and white lead ropes for two dollars.
The best part is, I had those lead ropes for years. Every time I used one I remembered the thrill of sticking my hand up and the auctioneer pointing to me!

Jan

30

(I-Newswire) - Annie Ralli
British Artist.

Former BBC scenic artist Annie Ralli and The Colomb Art Gallery present a series of stunning London based night scene paintings.

Ralli’s unique stylised paintings are recognisable to all, Londoners and tourists alike. From familiar city wide hotspots to the solitary texting youth, each piece is a snapshot of the city that we all know.

This present series of paintings were developed from a piece commissioned early last year. Her private client asked for the “vibrancy” and “buzz” of the London streets by night and got exactly that.

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The Colomb Art Gallery
52a George Street
W1U 7EA
020 7487 5118
www.colomb-art.co.uk

Friday 22nd February – Saturday 22nd March 2008
Mon-Sat: 9:30 – 6:30. Sunday by appointment
Private Viewing Thursday 21st February - RSVP Gallery
Free
The Colomb Art Gallery specialises in original paintings from recognised British and International artists. With two floors of artwork the gallery boasts a selection to suit all tastes from contemporary to traditional fine art.

Framing & restoration services are available with regular exhibitions and private viewings.

Contact the gallery on 020 7487 5118 or www.colomb-art.co.uk for more details.

Jan

28

(I-Newswire) - FOR IMMEDIATE PRESS RELEASE

Chicago, IL- 2008 - Every woman in the world is in love with diamonds, everyone has heard the saying ‘Diamonds are a girl’s best friend’. Today’s diamond symbolizes wealth, durability, status, and quality, and they’re not just for women anymore.
Introducing Beautiful Chicago Diamond, BC*Diamond , as its better known, uses no sales pitch and just like a diamond ‘each person is a unique individual as each diamond have its own sparkle’ says owner Hadrian A Charmin.
The owner, who comes from a family in the medical field, never thought of being in the jewelry business. After obtaining two degrees one being in Political science and another one in Health care Management, Hadrian decided that the traditional path was just not for him.
With such a strong entrepreneurial spirit within him he started different business ventures. After seeing friends and family buying jewelry for special occasions he knew he was headed in the right direction and was finding his passion.
He decided to get a certificate in Diamond Grading GIA , so he could be more educated in this competitive field such as learning how to purchase and educate consumers in buying a quality Diamond, working in a jewelry store also helped hone his skills, and at one point he was working as a broker to help finance his dream of opening his own jewelry store which he eventually did.
‘Seeing the excitement when a customer finds the right piece is something that stays with me forever’ Says Hadrian. ‘The thought of seeing myself being part of that joy and making someones dreams come true and helping them find that special piece is an amazing feeling’.
Todays diamonds can also be a man’s best friend says Hadrian, who has seen a shift in clients starting to balance out more between male and female customers seeking that perfect piece to add to their collection or purchasing their first Diamond.
It used to be frowned upon for a man to wear jewelry, however in today’s society, you cannot walk down the street without seeing a gentleman wearing some sort of diamond jewelry be it a diamond earring, cuff ling or bracelet. BC*Diamond knows the importance of catering to both women as well as men.
Like many trends, the trend of men wearing more jewelry started with celebrities. You would see pictures of male celebrities in magazines wearing diamond earrings, diamond necklaces and diamond watches. You can also see celebrities showing off their ‘bling’ at awards show and on other television appearances.
Hadrian himself has worked with diamond deals from Chicago and New York. After working as a broker for a while he finally decided to open a wholesale store to sell his Diamonds, Engagement rings, Pendants, Earrings, Birthstones. He sells his gems at wholesale passing on the savings to each of his customers and promises to ‘work within a customers budget to find that special diamond they are searching for’ says the owner, and will make special office or house calls depending on location in chicago and surrounding areas.
BC*Diamond also has special services such as Appraisals, Remounting, Customer Designing, Jewelry Cleaning, Jewelry Repair, Engraving and other jewelry services. Customers flock to this store for the selection as well as the great prices.
BC* Diamond. Where you’ll find the most precious stones on earth.
Contact-
BC*Diamond
5 S Wabash Suite 321
Chicago,IL
312-920-1997
1-888-920-1997
bcgems@sbcglobal.net
www.bcdiamond.com

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