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![Mad Gods | Tastemakers of Originality [Interview]](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/madgods.jpg?resize=536%2C260&ssl=1)
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Serving as a center of inspiration for blooming artists and under-the-radar designers, the burgeoning talents within the city limits of Austin hardly stay in the underground for long. Mad Gods is one such creative venture, a lifestyle brand that produces some of the dopest and most mesmerizing tshirt designs we’ve come across. While we can’t […]
![Dose of Inspiration | Meet the Jenkstars [Interview]](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/jenky-e1397677945282.jpg?resize=450%2C300&ssl=1)
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If you consider yourself familiar with the festival circuit, you have more than likely come across the incredibly enticing work of an artist collective known as the Jenkstars. Founded on the belief that art opens minds, and thus can ultimately transform the world, this team of builders, thinkers, designers and performers come together to do […]
![[Show Review] Dita Von Teese at House of Blues in Dallas,TX | April 02, 2014](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/ddddita.jpg?resize=580%2C270&ssl=1)
Live Music Coverage
The art of burlesque has been popular for decades, but its peak was from 1900’s – 1940’s. During this time, there were hundreds of touring burlesque shows, and the performers were revered almost as celebrities. There are few current names that come to mind when on the subject of burlesque, and Dita Von Teese is the […]
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The work of Alex Overfelt is terrifyingly gruesome – it’s the stuff that your nastiest nightmares are made of, but it’s the type of terror you can’t help but become enticed by. His art show in Dallas’s artsy neighborhood of Deep Ellum was the perfect exhibit to show off this young artist’s staggering skills.
![[Photo Series] Desert Life](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/DSC065711.jpg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
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Arizona deserts and sunsets. The overwhelming calm I’ve felt in this state, along with New Mexico, brings me back whenever I possibly can. I’ve never been so at peace than when looking out into the endlessness of sand and stone – a most necessary reminder to nurture a deep & sincere appreciation for all […]
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Providing a gallery space unique to many, the space that is WAAS Gallery is known for a multitude of good vibes, amazing energy and huge talent. The venue has been host to several independent art shows in the Dallas Metroplex and have maintained a solid and humble following. Featuring a two-story building accommodating for canvases […]
![[Photo Series] Poland-based duo Etam Cru create mesmerizing walls of art](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/moonshine-jpg-700-5000.jpg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
Spotlights
The Poland-based duo known as Etam Cru have been blowing us away for years. Artists Sainer and Bezt have been creating some of the most incredible large scale murals in the world. While most of their work can be seen in Eastern Europe, they’ve also made their marks in countries like Portugal and the US. […]
East Coast
Anabell Diaz is what I would call a total babe. Not only is she beautiful, fashionable and business saavy, but she’s self-motivated. She decided to up and move her entire life to NYC in order to pursue her dreams of fashion designing, and has been making moves ever since. Her personal manifesto? “Live fast, and […]
![[Photo Series] Feel Good Today](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/amthyst1.jpg?resize=572%2C375&ssl=1)
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Daily Dose of Inspiration, brought to you by CYM. A quick ‘feel-good’ post for you all to enjoy. Just a sprinkle of positivity into your day. We hope this finds you all enjoying and making the most of your Tuesday! Today finds us in pretty high spirits, as the weather is just too beautiful to […]
![[Artist Interview] Falling In Love with Krista Darling](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/zedarling.jpg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
Interviews
///Falling in love with Krista Darling (real name Krista McKenzie) isn’t very hard. Not only is she an artist of several mediums, but she is extremely skilled in every single one of them. She has made custom pieces ranging from ‘wearable art’ dresses, paintings and sculptures. Each work of art is crafted with her signature […]