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Wendy Brandes in Crain’s New York Business

March 28, 2011 by WendyB

Eilene Zimmerman interviewed me about the jewelry biz for the latest issue of Crain’s New York Business. You can read the story here and leave Eilene a nice comment. The delightful Buck Ennis took my picture for the article. I’m not very comfortable in front of the camera unless I’m doing the WendyB pose, so this artistic photo is a tribute to his mad skillz.

By Buck Ennis for Crain's.

To get this picture, I had to slither between a wall and a glass table, then crouch down while remaining upright. I took off my shoes to make it possible. Here’s how it looked behind the scenes.

I have a whole new appreciation for professional models after this experience. Holding a pose ain’t easy!

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  1. Elizabeth says

    March 28, 2011 at 12:06 am

    But what a great picture!

    • WendyB says

      March 28, 2011 at 12:58 am

      Thanks! The photographer was very creative.

  2. Cameron says

    March 28, 2011 at 12:55 am

    Work those calf muscles, Wendy! No pain no gain yeah!

    That is a pretty awesome photo, though. With your HuffPo posts and interviews as of late, are you making a return to journalism in some way?

    • WendyB says

      March 28, 2011 at 12:58 am

      Making sure I don’t get too rusty!

      • Cameron says

        March 28, 2011 at 1:13 am

        As the Boy Scouts always say, Be Prepared. 😉

  3. eyeliah says

    March 28, 2011 at 1:20 am

    Posing is so not easy, what a great shot they got.

  4. Ruth Johnston says

    March 28, 2011 at 1:34 am

    Wendy I love this photo… worth every inch of pain.. as it will last forever 🙂 xx

  5. Smashingbird says

    March 28, 2011 at 6:22 am

    It is a fabulous picture indeed, you look gorgeous too!

  6. That's Not My Age says

    March 28, 2011 at 6:40 am

    The photograph is gorgeous – perhaps the photographer will let you use it as the profile pic on your blog?

  7. Collette Osuna says

    March 28, 2011 at 7:52 am

    Congrats girl….you look fantastic too!!!

  8. Alice Olive says

    March 28, 2011 at 8:46 am

    Well worth the effort – that’s a great shot!

  9. Elizabeth says

    March 28, 2011 at 10:15 am

    Well, you made it look easy, anyhow! You look superb.

    Your hair is getting long!

  10. Reena Rai says

    March 28, 2011 at 10:44 am

    Werq it Wendy!! You made it look easy

  11. Sally says

    March 28, 2011 at 11:10 am

    CONGRATS!

  12. Susu Paris Chic says

    March 28, 2011 at 11:41 am

    Such a fresh photo!

  13. Lara says

    March 28, 2011 at 11:47 am

    It really is a great shot though!
    And congrats on things picking up again!

  14. Susan Tiner says

    March 28, 2011 at 12:03 pm

    The photographer may be creative but the smile is 100% you! Congratulations on the interview — I enjoyed it.

  15. Lexie says

    March 28, 2011 at 12:38 pm

    That shot is so cool!

  16. mystyle says

    March 28, 2011 at 1:51 pm

    Hi my dear-you look totally amazing, an awesome and unique photo and congratulations on the interview too xxx

  17. Anna says

    March 28, 2011 at 2:25 pm

    Congrats on the interview. I love the second picture, it’s cute and natural.

  18. Madeleine Gallay says

    March 28, 2011 at 2:52 pm

    It’s a wonderful shot ..

  19. Miss Janey says

    March 28, 2011 at 4:14 pm

    The things a gal’s gotta do for fame! Way to pull it off, WendyB- great pic surrounded by your jewels.

  20. fashion herald says

    March 28, 2011 at 4:38 pm

    It sucks, doesn’t it? I was always awful at those kind of shoots, could never “smile with my eyes!” But your shot is fantastic, great composition and he captured your gorgeous smile.

  21. sunny says

    March 28, 2011 at 4:46 pm

    I *LOVE* your designs, so a totally custom wedding ring from you would be fantastic. Let me talk it over with Hubby! =D It would be an absolutely treasured item in my jewelry box! Will be in touch.

  22. devilishly pleasurable says

    March 28, 2011 at 4:47 pm

    Wow who knew it took so much effort. . especially when you’re smiling so brightly!

  23. lisa says

    March 28, 2011 at 5:12 pm

    I have a whole new appreciation for photography magic! Stunning photo, less-than-glam behind the scenes shot. You do look beautiful in both pics though–it’s the signature WendyB smile. 🙂

  24. Kate Seward says

    March 28, 2011 at 5:33 pm

    Awesome picture! Elegant yet original.

  25. Winnie says

    March 28, 2011 at 9:09 pm

    It’s an awesome photo and I love how you included the behind the scenes shot, who knew the glass table was so low in real life?

  26. ali says

    March 28, 2011 at 11:03 pm

    you might like this article…though, knowing you, you’ve probably already read it:
    http://www.tomdispatch.com/post/174918/rebecca_solnit_the_archipelago_of_arrogance

    • ali says

      March 28, 2011 at 11:03 pm

      or not knowing you. either way.

      • WendyB says

        March 28, 2011 at 11:20 pm

        LOL. I hadn’t read it. Thanks for sharing! Reading it now.

  27. Sheila says

    March 28, 2011 at 11:43 pm

    You are so hitting the big time, Wendy! You look amazing (duh, of course you do!).

  28. Michelle says

    March 29, 2011 at 5:21 am

    That pic is awesome!! So creative.

  29. Kristin says

    March 29, 2011 at 7:03 pm

    You look like a pro to me! What an absolutely gorgeous photo!

  30. Vegetable Assassin says

    March 29, 2011 at 7:19 pm

    I love the pics! You look ravishing as always. And of course you couldn’t do the Wendy B. traditional pose or you’d have to charge Crain’s a copyright fee, no? 🙂

  31. Jennifer says

    March 30, 2011 at 1:38 am

    I also have a whole new appreciation for models, wow that is incredible. you look amazing!!!

  32. Catie says

    April 6, 2011 at 12:47 am

    OMG, when I lived in Chicago I was obsessed with Crain’s! (They have one there too). It was a dream of mine to some day be in it. Congratulations, Wendy!

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Award-winning designer of fine jewelry inspired by women's history and pop culture. A former journalist who writes about jewelry, fashion, medieval history, news, feminism, dogs, cats and whatever else is on her mind. Blogging since 2007.
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