World Cup: USA

Nevermind the fact 2 months ago I was called in to audition for Shakira's World Cup anthem music video - - the World Cup is one of the few sports events I get into. (And, for the record: I liked Shakira better when she was plump, with her raven-hair and only sang in Spanish).


In fact, La Copa Mundial runs a very close 2nd to my favorite: the Summer Olympics - which says a lot. Having to wait 4 years for both events makes them all the more exciting. I grew up in a soccer family - with most siblings playing and my dad coaching. In fact, being Mexican and settling in horse and dairy farm Bonita back in the 1960s he was tapped automatically to coach and helped introduce AYSO youth league to my hometown. My brothers were both star players and their love and talent has been passed on to 3 of my nephews who are excelling greatly and All Stars.

I have an interest in several teams: USA, Mexico, Germany, Spain and Italy for various reasons. But, anyone with a heart loves the underdog. I am so proud of the USA team - - watch this amazing video below on the country's reaction to the historic last-minute winning goal earlier this week! Especially the boy around minute 3:40. Brings tears to my eyes :)

Check out this great MSN Video: The World Reacts To Landon Donovan's Goal

Can you..

..guess why I am so busy and MIA lately??? ;)

"Air"' spec video - final cut

AIR spec video from Noah Smith on Vimeo.

You all remember this blog here -- the final cut was sent out yesterday of our "Air" video shoot...enjoy!

GOGA by Project Runway's Gordana

 

Are you a fan of Project Runway? You don't have to be a fashionista or model to appreciate the talent (and stress) that make up each episode.

 

That said, although I only watched the first 2 seasons' in entirety before dropping cable, I have had the pleasure to model this year for 2 participants that are based in our own little San Diego. "Goga" by Gordana and Jesus Estrada's "Haus of Estrada" were in Seasons 6 and 7 of the show.

Unfortunately, I am currently limited in any professional pics or footage of modeling their clothes - hers are like wearing a piece of artwork and his are punk-tinged and fierce (!). See slideshow below for an informal modeling show by GOGA for a Greek organization last Fall at the Manchester Hyatt.

Click on slideshow below!

"Goga" by Project Runway's Gordana