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Rico torres: A Behind thescenes hollywood photographer

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El concepto del amor es el más esotérico de todos y no puede ser definido en simples palabras (aunque algunos lo han hecho o han tratado). Considerando que hay muchas formas de amor, los griegos lo llamaron Eros (amor romántico), filias (amor de amistad) y ágape (amor incondicional), pero al definirlo en realidad lo limitan. Como una cultura apasionada, nosotros somos en realidad obsesivos con el concepto del amor y no seríamos sinceros si obviáramos el concepto del amor en esta edición que es la primera del 2012. Primero exploramos el asunto del amor como una profesión, con Rico Torres, un fotógrafo que ha trabajado en muchas películas con directores reconocidos como Robert Rodríguez, quien habla sobre su amor por el arte de la fotografía que es su carrera en el mundo del entretenimiento. Habla con latinTRENDS de manera exclusiva en la página 34. Luego nos adentramos al amor propio con Janice Torres hablando sobre cómo amar su propia piel en la sección de belleza de la página 12. Ken Hunt habla sobre cómo amar su cuerpo (especialmente después de aumentar de peso en las fiestas de fin de año) en la página 42, y Edgard Muñoz se refiere en la página 32 a cómo amar lo más profundo de su ser mientras sale del letargo e ingresa al hábito de la excelencia.

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El Amor y la Pasión: Cosas Poderosas!Edgard Muñoz se refiere en la página 32 a cómo amar lo más profundo de su ser mientras sale del letargo e ingresa al hábito de la excelencia.

Por supuesto que sería tonto no mencionar nuestra historia de portada en la cual Víctor Cruz habla ampliamente sobre su amor por el juego, el fútbol, en nuestra entrevista exclusiva con esta estrella en ascenso. En la semana 16 de la temporada de la NFL, él empató el récord de la NFL con una atrapada de 99 yardas contra el equipo New York Jets. Sus 89 yardas luego de la atrapada es la mayor de un receptor en 99 yardas. En el mismo juego él también sobrepasó a Amani Toomer con el mayor récord para una sola temporada como receptor de los Gigantes. Lea nuestra entrevista exclusiva con él, al mismo tiempo que vea nuestras fotos exclusivas de Scout Church, que comienzan en la página 20. Para terminar, espero que consideren la siguiente cita sobre la pa-sión de uno de los latinos más famosos, el periodista Geraldo Rivera, quien dijo lo siguiente sobre la experiencia del amor, estilo latino: “He establecido una conexión con la audiencia de televisión porque he sido un hombre latino orgulloso. Soy pasional en lo que hago, fuerte enfrentando los retos, honesto y sincero”.

The concept of love -- amor -- is the most esoteric of concepts, which cannot be defined in mere words (though many have, indeed, tried). Notwithstanding the fact that there are so many different types of amor -- the Greeks called them eros (romantic love), philios (friendship love), and agape (unconditional love) -- to define it, in a way, is to limit it.

As a passionate culture -- we are, in fact, almost obsessed with the concept of love -- it would be remiss of us not to address the concept of amor in this issue, our premiere issue for 2012.

First, we explore the issue of love of profession -- Rico Torres, a unit photographer who has worked on countless films with acclaimed Hispanic director Robert Rodriguez, talks about how his love for the art of photography translated into a career in the entertainment industry. He talks with LatinTRENDS exclusively on page 34.

Of course, I would be remiss not to mention our cover story, Victor Cruz, who talks extensively about his love of the game -- football, that is -- in our exclusive interview with the rising superstar. In Week 16 of the NFL season, he tied the NFL record with a 99-yard touchdown catch against the New York Jets. His 89 yards after the catch on the play is the most by a receiver on a 99-yard reception. In the same game he also surpassed Amani Toomer as the record holder for the most single-season receiving yards by a Giant. Check out our exclusive interview with him -- as well as our exclusive photo shoot with acclaimed photographer Scott Church -- beginning on page 20.

In closing, I would like you to consider the following quote about passion from one of our most famous Latinos, journalist Geraldo Rivera -- who, in this quote, expounds on the entire

Next, we explore the love of self -- Janice Torres talks about how to love your skin in our beauty section on page 12. Ken Hunt talks about how to love your body (especially after inflicting those holiday pounds upon it!) on page 42, and Edward Munoz talks about how to love your inner self by getting out of your lethargic patterns and getting into a habit of excellence on page 32.

experience of Amor, Latino Style: “I’ve made a connection with the television audience by being a proud Latino man. I am passionate for what I do, courageous in the face of peril, honest and straightforward.”

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Chucho valdez: Back & Better than ever!Legendary pianist is Back on tour with the Afro-Cuban Messengers

Preeminent pianist and composer Chucho Valdés will embark on a US tour with the Afro-Cuban Messengers in January and February 2012, featuring performances from the Grammy Award winning album, Chucho’s Steps. In his first solo project since 2003’s New Conception, Valdés once again speaks through his distinctive and extraordinary compositions and arrangements, reflecting his personal and creative evolution.

Born in Quivicán, Cuba, in 1941, Chucho Valdés is one of Cuba’s most famous pianists, bandleaders, composers and arrangers. Having began his music training with his father, famed pianist Bebo Valdés, when he was 3 years old, Chucho’s style melds his diverse experiences and skills: classical, jazz, bop, Cuban and swing, all combined by his virtuosic dexterity on the piano. Perhaps best known for founding the influential Latin jazz band IRAKERE in 1972, Valdés continues to develop unique works of art, generating ideas for a change of style, orchestral format and concept, that nonetheless end up characteristically reflecting pure Chucho.

While exploring his own growth, Valdés, joined by the Afro-Cuban Messengers, pays tribute to those that have influenced him and aided his musical development. For example, the title track, a tribute to John Coltrane and his masterpiece Giant Steps, rounds off the harmonic structure in 50 bars without repetition. The improvisation and variations heard in this track create the illusion of a concert or suite, while exhibiting the virtuosity of Valdés and the Afro-Cuban Messengers. The upbeat and funky opening track, “Zawinul’s Mambo,” pays homage to Austrian keyboardist and composer, Joe Zawinul, whom Valdés cites as an integral inspiration to the development of his composition and technique.

“New Orleans,” a tribute to the musicians of New Orleans, specifically the Marsalis family, is a walk through the history of the “birthplace of jazz” beginning with Jelly Roll Morton’s transformation of ragtime to jazz.

In the opening notes of “Yansa,” Valdés and the Afro-Cuban Messengers deftly evoke Yoruba mythology’s “Queen of the Wind and Storms.” In conjuring this powerful Goddess, Valdés juxtaposes the powerful cacophony of violent storms with the melodic resolution found in the call and response of a chorus. His interpretation of this classic deity weaves the

clave rhythm in and out of the composition in a very non-traditional manner, providing a fresh modern insight to an ancient religious belief.

“Julian,” a bluesy lullaby dedicated to Chucho’s youngest son, is a melodic tune ranging from the lyrical to the playful. The beautiful melody, along with the saxophone and trumpet solos, contribute to the wonder of simplicity inspired by father-son tenderness.

Chucho’s illustrious career has garnered him 8 Grammy wins and 17 nominations over the past three decades. His most recent wins, a 2010 Grammy and a 2009 Latin Grammy for the record Juntos para Siempre, saw him collaborate with his father, Bebo Valdés, a major player on the Cuban jazz scene in his own right. Chucho Valdés has recorded over eighty CD’s and performed with everybody who is somebody in the world of jazz, from Herbie Hancock and Dizzy Gillespie, to Wynton Marsalis and Chick Corea. His reputation as one of the greatest living Cuban jazz pianists has earned him appearances on the greatest stages in music, including Carnegie Hall, The Kennedy Center and The Hollywood Bowl.

reel to real1. Alex Sensation gets cozy with a few lovely Latinas at the Conquista La Noche event for Johnnie Walker in Hoboken, NJ.

2. Selena Gomez & Justin Bieber enjoy their vacation in Los Cabos, Mexico.

3. Tom Cruise meets the delicate Spanish flower, La Duquesa de Alba, at the Mission Impossible 3 premiere in Madrid, Spain.

4. This is the Mayor of San Juan’s Christ-mas card. Please feel free to bask in its elegance

5. Lammermoor, Spain’s leading luxury brand, honored Cesar Conde for the educational campaign Es el Momento, in the luxurious Lammermoor Villa in San Marco Island.

6. Playing the part of Santa’s little helper, Charm Vida Perez, star of “OPEN with Rhina Valentin” on BronxNet Television as-sists Ford Motor Company and other volun-teers at a toy drive at Lehman College. The proceeds from the toy drive benefited the Children’s Aid Society as part of Ford’s on-going commitment to supporting Hispanic families in New York.

7. Lovely Latina Lala Vasquez hams it up with Rob Kardashian at a Duracell Battery event in New York City.

8. Cameron Diaz & Sean “Puff Daddy” Combs were spotted making out at the Dream Hotel in New York City. Could this be a new Hollywood “power couple”?

9. Meanwhile, J-Lo bought her new “boo” Casper Smart (right in front of her) a new Bentley as a “thank you” for cleaning out her cobwebs. Uh...

10. “Basketball Wives” star Evelyn Lozada shows off her brand new Maserati, a birthday gift from her “boo” Chad Ochocinco!

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A nature-lover has revealed how he spent two days tracking down a giant insect on a remote New Zealand island – and got it to eat a carrot out of his hand. Mark Moffett’s find is the world’s biggest insect in terms of weight, which at 71g is heavier than a sparrow and three times that of a mouse. The 53-year-old former park ranger discovered the giant weta up a tree and his real life “Bugs” Bunny has now been declared the largest ever found.

If Rodrigo Ferreira wasn’t studying Publicity and Advertisement, he’d probably still have a lucrative career as a cartoonist. Rodrigo Ferreira’s illustrations generally follow a format where he’ll place the title of a piece in the lower left corner of an image. Viewers are then to look at the graphics and extrapolate the connection between the two, often leading to a few laughs. He signs each image not with his initials, but with a rendering of a pencil and a computer mouse in the top right corner, simultaneously denoting his work with an R-shaped logogram, as well as enlightening viewers to the method in which he creates his cartoons.

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Canvas shoes are a great way to stay comfortable while achieving a laid-back look, and these SUNO Tennis Sneakers will let you do just that in wildly bold style. According to the Urban Outfitters blog, the SUNO Tennis Sneakers are made “in Kenya with the proceeds benefiting the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, an orphanage for baby elephants and rhinos.” With such magnetic patterns and an easy way to give back, who could resist these fun kicks?

Give your man something he truly deserves - the gift of you in Sweet Revenge Lingerie. The pieces take you from your morning yoga workout through lounge wear for day time and back to the bedroom with a few sexy and easy to wear lingerie pieces. Perfect as separates or pairs, they’re practical, but also sweet and sexy

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The Phoebus solar charger, whic was designed by Tommaso Ceschi, does not look like most solar chargers with its quirky, almost human-like form. The charger is also very small and can be clipped onto a book bag or placed in the pocket when not in use. The charger juices up gadgets using its attached mini USB cable. While not all gadgets charge using a mini USB cable, it isn’t outside the realm of possibility to think that adapters could be designed.

Until accessible sampling becomes a reality in grocery shopping, concepts like 5 Olive Oil packaging will be the rare examples of transcendental branding. You cannot taste the immaculate quality of the premium organic extra virgin Greek olive oil, but its savory allure is translated into a divine physical elegance through these beautiful circular bottles. Designers United envisioned flawless round forms for the product’s silhouette, marked with minimal text to create a coherent and sophisticated aesthetic.

Skanz is a social networking platform that uses QR codes to link together mobile technology, social media and fashion. Skanz lets you create a personal, secure, free, mobile “Skanzsite” with everything you want to share, conveniently stored in your own unique QR code - your Socialprint™.

The Case-Mate 2012 Sweets collection offers a stylish and sweet way to protect your phone, with each case retailing for only $30 each (so they won’t hurt your wallet or your waistline). The cases feature silicone shells that are easy to grip to help you avoid accidentally dropping your phone or knocking it off a ledge. What’s more, each quirky phone case comes with its own small charm.

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As minimalist and monochromatic as the fashion designs are throughout the ‘Une Belle Histoire’ photo series, there is a Mexican/Latino vibe that is due in large part to the warm, ornate backdrop and the use of a wide-brimmed hat. Beautifully shot, it plays with light and color to create an ambiance that is at once artistic and exotic. Lensed by Portugal-based photographer Jose Ferreira, who was assisted by Nelson Fernandes, the Une Belle Histoire photo series stars model Manuela Luz. The photo shoot took place at the Pousada de Estoi hotel. As much as it focuses on fashion and the stunning architecture in its backdrop, the Une Belle Histoire photo series is very simple and direct.

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If you’re a visual media buff trying to impress other people with your knowledge, the best way to do that is with a pair of kicks made by Brass Monki. These eye-popping sneakers feature spectacular designs and characters from famous TV shows and movies. Relive childhood by slipping those socks into a pair of Doug shoes as the classic character dresses as the famous Quail-Man. If you’re more inclined to blood, check out the Dexter sneakers or the Reservoir Dog kicks complete with splatter. For all the classic movie buffs out there, the black Darth Vader high tops or the Scarface pumps are for you.

These hot chocolate sticks are delectable and adorable. Not only are the skewers cute, but they make for an interactive hot chocolate experience. The idea allows the consumer to stir a cube of high-quality chocolate into a mug of hot milk. The creation process allows for an ultra-luxurious mug of hot cocoa. Essentially, the skewer is a hunk of chocolate. Depending on your taste, your recipe could include the highest quality of dark Swiss chocolate or melted-down Mars Bars—delicious either way.

Vice’s new travel series ‘All the Wrong Places’ has released its latest episode titled ‘Dances with Scissors,’ an intriguing and at times shocking look into the dangerous practice of scissor dancing in Peru. Located 3,500m above sea-level in the Peruvian Andes, this new episode explores the ancient tradition and presents it in a captivating manner that is inaccessible to most.

The Italian artist Riccardo Guasco created a extraordinary series of paintings while in an apartment in Barcelona, Spain. During seven days, Guasco painted images of distracted people eating at a tapas bar on canvases. These art pieces are incredible because they capture the moment and represent it in a very Spanish style of art: cubism. Like a Pablo Picasso’s masterpiece, Guasco’s artwork is filled with geometric and cubist shapes. Also, by using the characteristic colors of the Mediterranean—red, yellow, brown and oranges—the painter successfully translates the warmth of Barcelona bars.

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Vintage inspired hostess kitchen and cooking apron created to flatter every woman’s figure. A modern, high fashion flair with a classic retro twist, these flirty aprons make a perfect gift as well as the perfect fashion accessory to add to your own assortment of favorite things! Gone are the days of taking off your old unfashionable apron when guests arrive, go ahead, tie one on! Large coverage to protect clothing, roomy pockets to hold kitchen tools and accessories, long lasting, constructed of high quality materials, 100% cotton.

The Falconwright Summer 2012 Collection is popping with electrifying colors and bursting with geometric forms. These cutesy clutches are a darling way to accessory your stunning collection of sundresses and full-circle skirts. These colorful clutches will have fashionistas everywhere ready for summer weddings, patio soirees or family gatherings.

Recently ushered into the smartphone market is the Facebook phone. Albeit the mixed reviews, the Facebook phone has entered the market and joined its previous predecessors in the world of cell phones. In the beginning, Facebook was once a site dedicated only to college and university students and now it’s the world’s largest social media networking site.

Sharing the house with pets is a barking good time, yet it can leave much to be desired when it comes to creating a stylish home. Krisybelle Pet Products has banished the bland, big-box store pet beds to the back porch, and invites their clients to tailor their pets’ beds to their complete specifications. Their custom pet beds are an innovative way to dress up a room, match decor styles, and jazz up bedtime. Customers simply send Krisybelle their fabric, and they’ll take it from there to create something beautiful. For those without a fabric choice on hand, Krisybelle will search out the perfect mate-rial to meet their customer’s desires. Choose from adorable pouf beds and high sided options that will keep Fido or Fifi comfy and cozy all winter long. Best of all, their beds are machine washable so owners can keep fur and dirt at bay.

LEGO artist and Sci-Fi aficionado Shannon Ocean created a LEGO Alien book stand in anticipation of the upcoming film Prometheus. Ocean originally wanted to create a model that had the face of the Space Jockey (a character present in both Prometheus and Alien) for one half and the Alien for the other. This endeavor did not pan out as hoped so Shannon settled for having two alien faces instead. The model is eerily accurate and displays two characteristics that fans of the Alien saga will notice. First is the iconic mouth-tongue that makes the Alien such a deadly foe, and second is the use of transparent LEGO pieces to create the impression of drooling. The LEGO Alien book stand would be an excellent way to keep one’s favorite science fiction novels neatly in place.

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Pavon, by lovely Latinas Luz & Victoria Pavon, has been seen on everyone from Amber Rose to the late Amy Winehouse, & has been featured everywhere from Rolling Stone to Glamour Magazine. Their amazinng use of color & fabric combine to give the wearer a unique, bold look that you can’t find anywhere else!

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