Thursday, February 9, 2012
Tuesday, February 7, 2012
belle of the ball is underway!
It’s YOUR night…So let’s make it everything that you have ever dreamed of.
Bahtoh Studio’s “Belle of the Ball” project is an essay competition open to all New York area LGBTQ High School Seniors. To qualify, please copy and paste the application below, in an email and fill it out in its entirety. Along with the application is the essay portion. The essay question is your response to “HOW ADVERSITY MADE ME WHO I AM TODAY?” Essays should be submitted in a word document and be under 750 words. Email you essays to: bahtohstudios@gmail.com
You will receive an email confirming that your essay was received within 48 hours.
A panel of judges will carefully review the applications. Winners of the Belle of the Ball project will be announced on Friday, April 13th, 2012. Best wishes to all the applicants and we look forward to hearing from you.
Name:
Email:
Birthday: Age:
Address:
City: State Zip Code:
Contact Number:
High School:
Date of Prom:
Prom Location:
At Prom, I am most looking forward to:
images by: Lindsey Belle
graphic design by:Jane Trieu
Sunday, January 8, 2012
falling for some sensual sensory.
If you haven't heard of RYAN JORDAN... then you are helllllllllla late! ByyyyYyyyyyyyE! I have featured him in my blog before and rave about him all the time, because he is FIERCE y'all. In 2011, this brotha didn't even graduate from Parsons yet and Nicola Formichetti and Lady Gaga already had their hands on his SENSUAL SENSORY collection. A few months later he was a part of Gaga's team and his clothing was accredited in US Vogue.
I am definitely a lucky boy, because he lent the actual pieces that Gaga wore, for my photo shoot with Lindsey Belle. On top of all this amazing craziness, Lindsey allowed me to do whatever I wanted for the shoot. Her trust in me, lead us to upstate New York to play in the fall foliage. Ryan's avant-garde pieces, mixed with some vintage and street clothing, out in the country side? I think it was a pretty good marriage.
I am definitely a lucky boy, because he lent the actual pieces that Gaga wore, for my photo shoot with Lindsey Belle. On top of all this amazing craziness, Lindsey allowed me to do whatever I wanted for the shoot. Her trust in me, lead us to upstate New York to play in the fall foliage. Ryan's avant-garde pieces, mixed with some vintage and street clothing, out in the country side? I think it was a pretty good marriage.
Photograper: Lindsey Belle
Styling and Hair: Bobbie Yanoupeth
Make-up: Sharon Becker
Clothing: Ryan Jordan
Fendi
Wolford
Vintage Levi's
Bobbie Yanoupeth
Monday, January 2, 2012
we all want a chance to feel like a princess...
Growing up is never easy. At some point, we all went through our awkward phases; bad acne, weight issues, being the shortest/tallest kid in class or questioning your sexuality.
As a teen, I was not fortunate enough to have my parents around and stability was not the norm. Each year found me in a different city, a different home and a different school. It was during high school in Seattle that I discovered youth empowerment organizations. I ended up working with TSB (The Service Board), YAMS (Young Asian Men’s Study) and APART (Asian Pacific American Reality Theater), all community based organizations that focused on marginalized youth and social justice. Working with these organizations gave me my first experiences in community service, peer education and using community organizing as a tool for change. Feeling a deep sense of community, interacting with mentors and having peer support was invaluable to me as a youth. As an adult reflecting back on that time in my life, I realize how important these experiences still are to me. They continue to shape who I am today still, which is why I am so excited and so passionate about my project, "BELLE OF THE BALL."
I created BAHTOH STUDIOS in 2009 as a platform to showcase my passion and love for the art of hair. As a way to begin the community service and volunteer work that I always envisioned would be a part of the work and purpose of BAHTOH STUDIOS, I decided to create an annual "Belle of the Ball."
Belle of the Ball is a volunteer project aimed at New York City LBGTQ High School Seniors that helps to make their Senior Prom a truly special night. Participating students will be asked to prepare written essays on, "How Has Adversity Made Me Who I Am.” Two essays will be selected from a judge's panel, comprised of myself and four other judges. Applications will be submitted via email and will be accepted from Jan 1st through March 1st, 2012. Each selected participant will be allowed to invite a +1 to join them in the enjoyment of being "Belle of the Ball".
On the day of Prom, the two chosen recipients and their invited +1 will be receiving a full make-over, including wardrobe styling, hair, make up, professional photos and will also be treated to fine dining. The wardrobe styling and hair styling will be done by myself, Bobbie Yanoupeth. Make up will be done by a professional MUA. As the seniors are being FABULIZED, there will be a professional photographer who will be shooting photos throughout the makeover and styling session. As this is the first annual Belle of the Ball, we want to be able to capture the entire experience. The photos will be compiled into a photo album that each couple will get to keep. Last but not least, car service will be provided for the couples to escort them to dinner, hosted by Maharlika, a chic restaurant in the lower east side, featuring Filipino Moderno cuisine. Following dinner, the car service will take the couples to the prom together.
This is just the start . . . This project has been cultivated from the sincerity of my heart. There is no budget to work with. What I do have at the moment for the project are services donated by my friends who believe in this project as well. What I am asking and maybe some of you are asking as well is,"HOW CAN YOU HELP ME WITH THIS PROJECT?"
DONATE, DONATE, AND DONATE. I don't mean MONEY, I mean clothing. I have plenty of FIERCE friends, who own CURRENT dresses, suits, and shoes, which you are not planning on wearing again since you already wore it to attend that "other event." If you want to help, send them to me. I am going to archive all the clothing and keep them as options for the winners. If you need me to send you a shipping label, let me know, I got you covered BOOBOO.
I love all of you and I am in love with this project. So whatever you can do to help would be amazing. I want to make some kids feel special for a night . . . and one night can change lives.
LOVE,
Bobbie Yanoupeth
As a teen, I was not fortunate enough to have my parents around and stability was not the norm. Each year found me in a different city, a different home and a different school. It was during high school in Seattle that I discovered youth empowerment organizations. I ended up working with TSB (The Service Board), YAMS (Young Asian Men’s Study) and APART (Asian Pacific American Reality Theater), all community based organizations that focused on marginalized youth and social justice. Working with these organizations gave me my first experiences in community service, peer education and using community organizing as a tool for change. Feeling a deep sense of community, interacting with mentors and having peer support was invaluable to me as a youth. As an adult reflecting back on that time in my life, I realize how important these experiences still are to me. They continue to shape who I am today still, which is why I am so excited and so passionate about my project, "BELLE OF THE BALL."
I created BAHTOH STUDIOS in 2009 as a platform to showcase my passion and love for the art of hair. As a way to begin the community service and volunteer work that I always envisioned would be a part of the work and purpose of BAHTOH STUDIOS, I decided to create an annual "Belle of the Ball."
Belle of the Ball is a volunteer project aimed at New York City LBGTQ High School Seniors that helps to make their Senior Prom a truly special night. Participating students will be asked to prepare written essays on, "How Has Adversity Made Me Who I Am.” Two essays will be selected from a judge's panel, comprised of myself and four other judges. Applications will be submitted via email and will be accepted from Jan 1st through March 1st, 2012. Each selected participant will be allowed to invite a +1 to join them in the enjoyment of being "Belle of the Ball".
On the day of Prom, the two chosen recipients and their invited +1 will be receiving a full make-over, including wardrobe styling, hair, make up, professional photos and will also be treated to fine dining. The wardrobe styling and hair styling will be done by myself, Bobbie Yanoupeth. Make up will be done by a professional MUA. As the seniors are being FABULIZED, there will be a professional photographer who will be shooting photos throughout the makeover and styling session. As this is the first annual Belle of the Ball, we want to be able to capture the entire experience. The photos will be compiled into a photo album that each couple will get to keep. Last but not least, car service will be provided for the couples to escort them to dinner, hosted by Maharlika, a chic restaurant in the lower east side, featuring Filipino Moderno cuisine. Following dinner, the car service will take the couples to the prom together.
This is just the start . . . This project has been cultivated from the sincerity of my heart. There is no budget to work with. What I do have at the moment for the project are services donated by my friends who believe in this project as well. What I am asking and maybe some of you are asking as well is,"HOW CAN YOU HELP ME WITH THIS PROJECT?"
DONATE, DONATE, AND DONATE. I don't mean MONEY, I mean clothing. I have plenty of FIERCE friends, who own CURRENT dresses, suits, and shoes, which you are not planning on wearing again since you already wore it to attend that "other event." If you want to help, send them to me. I am going to archive all the clothing and keep them as options for the winners. If you need me to send you a shipping label, let me know, I got you covered BOOBOO.
I love all of you and I am in love with this project. So whatever you can do to help would be amazing. I want to make some kids feel special for a night . . . and one night can change lives.
LOVE,
Bobbie Yanoupeth
Sunday, January 1, 2012
reflecting...
As I was reflecting yesterday in the shower, the thought of ushering in the new year was a little scary... but EXCITING! I had worked on so many project and began many ideas in 2011, that 2012 is guaranteed to be an AMAZING year, MY YEAR. I am grateful and thankful for all the opportunities I have had thus far. Also, I am blessed to have the best friends and family in the world. Because of their undying love and support, they enable me to be a better person and strive for more in life..
2011... started off with a new adopted attitude and a desire to really LIVE. Followed by features in CURVE magazine and DMAG magazine. I met a slew of amazing folks and gained a ridiculous amount of weight cause all we do is "BOONE"(the phrase coined by Alexin Tenefrancia, meaning; being a pig, glutenous, pigging the f**k out!). Traveled quite a bit with my wonderful cousins. I worked and became good friends with RYAN JORDAN, who is a young designer and a force to be reckoned with. Which led to my participation with "The Masterpiece" project by M.A.C Viva Glam and Lady Gaga. WHICH WAS THE FREAKIN HIGHLIGHT OF THE WHOLE SUMMMMMMMMMER! Then Kerry Crawford, the most beautiful woman and soul, made me a part of her fierce wedding team. I can never thank her enough, we already have brides booked way into the fall! INSANE! of course, the constant collaboration with Lindsey Belle... This woman really trusts me and lets me do whatever I want. I love you girl!!!! And how could I forget about MAHARLIKA, the Filipino Moderno Restaurant. They provide me weekly with spam fries, Tocilog, Ube waffles, the company of a terrific staff, and NICOLE PONSECA... who has become my guardian angel. As you get older, you really appreciate the people who can keep it real with you and who is really looking out, and that's her!
There are much more memories in 2011 to list them all, but they were all incredible...and I know, 2012, bouta knock my socks off!
p.s. LOVE MY LITTLE SISTER JEFFREY(my fierce little brother), welcome to NYC booboo!
2011... started off with a new adopted attitude and a desire to really LIVE. Followed by features in CURVE magazine and DMAG magazine. I met a slew of amazing folks and gained a ridiculous amount of weight cause all we do is "BOONE"(the phrase coined by Alexin Tenefrancia, meaning; being a pig, glutenous, pigging the f**k out!). Traveled quite a bit with my wonderful cousins. I worked and became good friends with RYAN JORDAN, who is a young designer and a force to be reckoned with. Which led to my participation with "The Masterpiece" project by M.A.C Viva Glam and Lady Gaga. WHICH WAS THE FREAKIN HIGHLIGHT OF THE WHOLE SUMMMMMMMMMER! Then Kerry Crawford, the most beautiful woman and soul, made me a part of her fierce wedding team. I can never thank her enough, we already have brides booked way into the fall! INSANE! of course, the constant collaboration with Lindsey Belle... This woman really trusts me and lets me do whatever I want. I love you girl!!!! And how could I forget about MAHARLIKA, the Filipino Moderno Restaurant. They provide me weekly with spam fries, Tocilog, Ube waffles, the company of a terrific staff, and NICOLE PONSECA... who has become my guardian angel. As you get older, you really appreciate the people who can keep it real with you and who is really looking out, and that's her!
There are much more memories in 2011 to list them all, but they were all incredible...and I know, 2012, bouta knock my socks off!
p.s. LOVE MY LITTLE SISTER JEFFREY(my fierce little brother), welcome to NYC booboo!
LOL!!! had to show the world how fierce you are!!!
LOVE,
BOBBIE YANOUPETH
Saturday, December 17, 2011
JACKIE AND JOHN
The key to any successful relationship, is starting with a strong foundation... and these 2 Architects definitely took their time and drafted a beautiful blue print of their life together. And with love as the key tool in this building process, their marriage shall stand the test of time. CONGRATS Jackie and John.
photographer: LINDSEY BELLE
makeup artist: KERRY CRAWFORD
hair: BOBBIE YANOUPETH
Saturday, December 10, 2011
LINDSEY rings my BELLE!
It's been 2 years since I had met Lindsey Belle... and it has been one the best gifts ever! I never considered myself a stylist, but Lindsey kept pushing me to style for her. It's crazy when I think about it, someone who had barely known me, believed so much in my visions.
For this particular shoot, I had hoped to be been in LA during same time. Unfortunately the plans fell through, but I was gonna pull through for my girl still. I coordinated some looks and sent them off with her. Nervous of course, because things can always change once you show up to the set. But this formula we have going, works and the proof is in the pudding! The pics turned out AMAZING!
For this particular shoot, I had hoped to be been in LA during same time. Unfortunately the plans fell through, but I was gonna pull through for my girl still. I coordinated some looks and sent them off with her. Nervous of course, because things can always change once you show up to the set. But this formula we have going, works and the proof is in the pudding! The pics turned out AMAZING!
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