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“Eye on the Champions” Photo Show Final Kick-Off for Gay Games VII
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Works of Victor Skrebneski and Steve Becker featured
2006-05-25
Photographs by Victor Skrebneski and Steve Becker will be featured in a one-day event in the Chicago Cultural Center's Garland and Washington rooms, as a one-month kick-off event to July's Gay Games in Chicago.
The "Eye on the Champions" Photo Show will be Wednesday, June 14, from 5-8 p.m., 78 E. Washington, and is free to the public. There will be light hors d'oeuvres and beverages. All framing for the event is being provided by Artists' Frame Service. Catering will be provided by The Hearty Boys. There will also be post cards and posters available for purchase, and a silent auction of Gay Games memorabilia.
"Eye on the Champions," presented by Gay Games Chicago, will include photos taken at the recent 100 Champions weekend Gay Games benefit, including of Greg Louganis, Mary Carillo, Matthew Cusick, Esera Tuaolo, Leigh-Ann Naidoo, Dave Kopay, Roy Simmons, Saskia Webber, Randy Duncan, Graham Ackerman, Courtney Yamada, Hearty Boys, Alexandra Billings, Martje Hoekmeijer, Aldo Castillo, Michael Leppen, and Dick Uyvari & Joe La Pat. More than 100 sports, culture, political, corporate and media luminaries were recognized at the Gay Games Chicago 100 Champions Gala held at Soldier Field’s Cadillac Club, April 22-23, 2006.
"We are very excited about this photo show, a one-time opportunity to see legends of sports & culture alongside several of our community leaders photographed by two well-respected photographers," said Tracy Baim, Gay Games Chicago Development Committee Chair. "We are especially honored that Victor Skrebneski, a world-renowned photographer, has taken so much time to dedicate to making Gay Games VII a success, donating his time for this show and a special upcoming exhibit of Chicago gay and lesbian athletes."
Photos for media are downloadable below.
About Victor Skrebneski
Chicago-based photographer Victor Skrebneski is known for his high-styled and glamorous fashion and advertising photography, for sensuous and sculptural nude studies, and for casually elegant portraits of friends and the famous. He has photographed celebrities including Sharon Stone, David Bowie, Truman Capote, Bette Davis, and Andy Warhol. He photographed the Champions weekend athletes in his Chicago Studio, and is also doing a series on Chicago gay and lesbian athletes, to open in conjunction with the Gay Games. Please visit www.skrebneskiphotographs.com.
About Steve Becker
Steve Becker produces unique lifestyle images and portraiture for national and international magazines, advertising, annual reports and celebrities. He has photographed Tyrese, David Schwimmer, Jane Seymour, Michael Kors and a host of others in entertainment and fashion. His background in graphic design is evident in his images: strong cropping and linear composition. Becker shot the Champions during the actual weekend of events. Please visit www.beckermedia.com.
About Artists' Frame Service
Artists' Frame Service is dedicated to a mission of extraordinary service and production. For 27 years they have crafted their business, employing the most advanced means and most skilled consultants. They select and import their own mouldings from all over the world, allowing them to host a truly unique and vast selection. They have become the largest custom frame shop in the country, with extraordinary selection, professional consultants, one week turnaround and delivery and installation remaining the cornerstones of Artists' Frame Service. Headquarters are in the Heart of Lincoln Park in Clybourn Corridor just steps away from the famed Jayson Home and Garden and situated just below Chicago Art Source. Please visit www.artistsframeservice.com.
About The Hearty Boys
Food Network’s Hearty Boys have been forerunners in Chicago’s catering field for nearly 10 years. When Dan Smith and Steve McDonagh, partners in business as well as life, created The Hearty Boys, their focus was on the underserved gay and lesbian community, but their creative dishes and hip party outlook immediately caught on across the city. Party Line with The Hearty Boys has enjoyed tremendous success on Food Network and cemented Dan and Steve’s reputation. Their continued expansion has led to the opening of their popular Boystown restaurant, HB, a hearty boys spot. Please visit www.heartyboys.com.
SKREBNESKI PHOTOGRAPH © 2006
Saskia Webber
21 April, 2006
Chicago Studio
SKREBNESKI PHOTOGRAPH © 2006
Courtney Yamada
21 April, 2006
Chicago Studio
Greg Louganis, Copyright 2006 Steve Becker
Mary Carillo, Copyright 2006 Steve Becker
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