Ebony Escort Arianne St. Claire Independent Toronto & Worldwide Escort

2013-05-16T13:16:00.006-07:00

Art Parks a place for nature and art lovers alike:

Art Parks is the first comprehensive guide to America’s most important outdoor sculpture parks. Parks are divided into chapters thematically and by region, with four maps that locate parks within each geographic area.

Each of the fifty-seven locations, from large-scale parks in the countryside to small urban gardens and corporate sculpture collections, is described in detail and beautifully photographed.

This tome features works by Louise Bourgeois, Alexander Calder, Olafur Eliasson, Alberto Giacometti, Andy Goldsworthy, Donald Judd, Sol LeWitt, Roy Lichtenstein, Henry Moore, Isamu Noguchi, and Richard Serra, among others.

Arianne

Toronto Companion

2013-04-15T17:52:00.001-07:00

PES's Fresh Guacamole : The shortest film ever nominated for an Academy Award..
Very cool video :) Check it out..

Arianne

Toronto Companion

2013-04-11T08:47:00.004-07:00

Cant remember if I mentioned that I have a new website up.:)
New look new feel and some new photos up as well.

Hope you like it

http://www.myvipcompanion.com

On another note:

A few fun apps I have come across lately ...

Hailo is an app recommended to me as I use taxis quite a bit.

What a handy little thing. It basically summons a taxi for you within a matter of minutes and you can even track the location of the taxi ordered, see the closest one to you and have the driver information, cab number and even the photo of the driver before he/she (have never had a female cab driver in Toronto) arrives.

Open Table

Which I use quite regularly is a handy app for making dinner reservations, rating restaurants and reading reviews. Very handy while on the go and available on most devices

Foodspotting is the visual guide to finding good food, making it easy to find and share food recommendations both restaurant fare and recipes. Social networking where the restaurant dishes not the restaurants themselves are featured.

Ted Talks features a whole bunch of video lectures on topics ranging from feminism to education, biology to poverty and so much more. From Steve Jobs to Jamie Oliver, there is something there for everyone to enjoy and learn from.

Any fun apps you have been using lately?

Arianne St. Claire

Toronto Companion

2013-03-31T09:04:00.002-07:00

Can't help but Lol at this one...

Happy Easter :)

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Arianne St. Claire

2013-03-21T10:22:00.001-07:00

Chelsea Market

A wonderful place to explore artisan cheese, natural and organic food, delectable sweets, some very nice wines and a whole lot more... Alluring to all of the senses, it is a foodie paradise.

My favourite, Spices at Chelsea Market, has an amazing array of spices and teas from around the world.

It was actually my first time to this market, have you been there before?

"In 1912 Nabisco sandwiched the Oreo here; since 1997, however, the space has evolved from a bakery landmark to a gourmand's mecca. Original factory floors and winding halls of exposed brick preserve the industrial feel of the original occupant, but Chelsea Market is hardly about utility shopping nowadays with its destination bakeries like Amy's Bread, Eleni's, and Sarabeth's, fresh produce and prepared foods from Buon Italia, and takeout from Thai Wholesale and Ronnybrook Milk Bar. That Asian powerhouses Buddakan is situated here only underscores the location's culinary importance as do the Food Network headquarters upstairs where Iron Chef is filmed"

Enjoyable to visit if you are in the NY area.

75 Ninth Ave., New York, NY 10011

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Toronto Companion

2013-03-02T16:49:00.000-08:00

Cool imagery of the night sky. From Samoa starlit skies to a very full moon in Denver, the exploration of the night sky is quite amazing.

National Geographic: Photographing the Night Sky:

"Milky Way Arizona"

"Full Moon in Denver"

I have actually seen a moon this size and same colouring on my travels. Apparently an optical illusion, it is quite a sight to see.

"Campfire, Burkina Faso"

"Bonneville Salt Flats, Utah"

I have seen comets fly overhead, have been in awe of the northern lights and their spectacular show, have caught the occasional shooting star, spent evenings on a balmy night in the warm silence of the Caribbean in amazement of this expanse and the infinite stars seen above on a clear night...

And some of your great moments when the night sky creates a picture?

Arianne

Toronto Courtesan

2013-02-26T21:37:00.001-08:00

For all of you book lovers out there (me included).

Kansas City Public Library:

Has anyone been?

Arianne

Toronto Courtesan

2013-02-25T21:19:00.002-08:00

This years Academy Awards were overall quite entertaining to watch (at least for me) as I had seen quite a few of the films nominated. Not only that but I also enjoyed most of the films I watched.

While watching the awards ceremony, one of the performances reminded me of a gentleman friend who had sent me a musical compilation of the James Bond films quite some time ago...

Although not the one sent, here is a mini compilation..

Shirley Bassey being one of my favourites of this "era" of film..

Arianne

Toronto Courtesan

2013-02-23T20:36:00.000-08:00

I stumbled upon a cool site called FreeRice .com

For each answer you get right, they donate 10 grains of rice. It seems like a small amount, however, if everyone did this, it would amount to a lot. ..

And while answering, you may learn some things as well :)

Arianne

Toronto Courtesan

2013-02-19T08:06:00.003-08:00

A new photo from my latest shoot :).
My website will be updated soon..

On another note:

Magical Tower Castles Made with Icicles..

Brent Christensen has found a very unique way to build incredible castles using icicles. His series - named Ice Castles are constructed towers of ice fortified by more ice.

Here are some amazing images:

Arianne

Toronto Companion

A few fun and touching Superbowl Ads...

2013-02-08T14:47:00.002-08:00

Cars.com

Doritos:

Toyota:

Budweiser:

Arianne

Toronto Companion

Southbrook Vineyards

2013-02-03T16:27:00.004-08:00

A very nice winery in the Niagara peninsula. They specialize in great quality, organic wines but its sleek modern architecture is what really caught my eye...

"Inspired by the long rows of grape vines planted on the site, the design of the Southbrook Vineyards is as much about landscape as it is about architecture. Located on a 150-acre estate in the heart of Ontario's Niagara wine country, the 8,000 square foot facility includes a winery and a pavilion housing retail and hospitality areas.

The floor-to-ceiling glass façade of the pavilion allows for a seamless integration between the building and the landscape, visually communicating Southbrook’s desire to minimize its impact on the land. This is a LEED Gold facility for a biodynamic, organic winemaker. Oak barrels encased in glass and burgundy-toned niches for bottle display enhance the visual appeal. The winery’s grace note is a 200-metre-long pigmented periwinkle landscape wall that changes hue with the light of day and serves as a gateway to the Niagara wine region."

http://www.southbrook.com/home

Arianne

Toronto Companion

Some Tuesday night Chill-Out Music

2013-01-29T22:32:00.002-08:00

On a mild, yet rainy wintery night...

Listening...

Rose Rouge

St. Germain

Arianne

Toronto Companion

Have you seen any of these 3D Paintings Live?

2013-01-25T11:08:00.002-08:00

Also known as 3D street art...

I have always been curious about this as they seem so real to life.
Almost as though you are in the middle of the "action".

Here are a few:

Hot River -

Wonton Soup..

China Street Art

3D Art

Some cool images/illusions ;).

Arianne

Toronto Companion

Most amazing things in the world

2013-01-23T18:27:00.001-08:00

"And I think to myself.. What a Wonderful World..."

Ice Temple. Pleneau Bay, Antarctic Peninsula

Vancouver's Amazing Butchart Gardens

One of the world's most dangerous paths: El Caminito del Rey, El Chorro, Spain

Provence France - Fields of Lavender

Morning Glory Pool, Yellowstone National Park

Sawyer Glacier, Alaska: Glacier meets Ocean

The Caribbean meets the Atlantic - Eleuthera, Bahamas

The Beautiful Cenote of Ik Kil, Yucatan Peninsula, Mexico

And so many more. Have you been to any of these spectacular places?

Arianne

Toronto Companion

2013-01-21T10:08:00.001-08:00

“I have a dream that my four little children will one day live in a nation where they will not be judged by the color of their skin but by the content of their character.”

Martin Luther King Jr

Arianne St. Claire

Funny Things..

2013-01-18T21:32:00.002-08:00

"Smile and the world smiles with you.." (And those of you who know me know I enjoy a good laugh.)

And others that make you scratch your head...

So you like challenges...

What is the secret...

And so many more silly and goofy things you find on the web..

Arianne

Toronto Companion

2013-01-13T18:11:00.003-08:00

Time Magazine has an interesting issue currently out.

"Man Made Wonders"

How they did it: The design secrets of the world's greatest structures.

The Pyramids of Giza, Moai, Powerful figures on Easter Island, The Great Wall of China, built to deter invaders, Petra, Jordan, its spectacular remainders and reminders of the old city, Mount Rushmore, the many great "Domes" and so much more...

An interesting visual journey through the past....

Arianne

Toronto Companion

How to Dance like Sushi...

2013-01-10T08:11:00.004-08:00

Straight from Norway, the Norwegian Seafood Council (Norway being he second largest exporter of seafood in the world - China is number one in this department), has found a unique way to promote its seafood in sushi recipes.

Here are a couple of their "interpretations":

Kind of cute actually.
Not sure how I stumbled upon this one but I am a big Sushi Fan :)

Arianne

Toronto Companion

Logos and More Logos.. Hidden Symbolism

2013-01-08T19:24:00.005-08:00

Have you ever really looked at some of the logos out there?
I never realized that so many companies use optical illusions as a part of their logo design/message...

For example the Fedex Logo.

Can you spot the hidden image?

Here are a few more. Let's see if you can spot the hidden messages.

Tostitos "The Popular Party Chip".. Share with a friend ;).

Le Tour de France - The Ultimate Bike Race... look for the yellow wheel..

Baskin Robbins and their ___ Flavours.

Hershey's Kisses and a little hidden Chocolate Kiss...

Goodwill ... :))

Toblerone with its Mountain and a symbol of the City in which the Toblerone bar is produced.

Arianne

Toronto Companion

Happy New Year ♥

2013-01-01T17:51:00.001-08:00

Wishing you all the best for 2013.

Live, Laugh and Love :)

Arianne

Toronto Companion

Happy Holidays .. Wishing you all the best throughout the season and into 2013.

2012-12-23T20:28:00.002-08:00

A wonderful & classic song by Ella.

Warmest wishes to you..

xoxo,

Arianne

Twilight in Central Park

2012-12-19T12:40:00.001-08:00

Beautiful painting Rod Chase capturing the magical feeling of wintertime in New York City.

The Gapstow bridge in Central Park with the Plaza Hotel in the background.

Reminds me of many wintery strolls I have taken along the same path ;).

Arianne

Toronto Companion

2012-12-14T23:04:00.001-08:00

Winter

A cool stroll down a wintery path. Brisk breeze upon my face.
The road illuminated by moonlight, there is a unique warmth in this coolness.

Winter

Breath captured, akin to frost in the air, somewhat crystallized - frozen in time.
Footprints ahead, one can almost hear them, their steps, their past and where their journey will still lead them.

Winter

A strange yet comforting silence; a true sense of calm. So familiar as one had experienced this over time. In the distance, sounds of celebration, a festival of sorts; a gathering of minds. Getting lost in the moment and enjoying no savouring the moment...

Winter

Cool air upon my face, escaping to places known yet unknown. Each moment known yet unknown.

The sound of bells off in the distance, clear and cool but this ringing is also familiar; their chimes once again bringing in a new dawn.

Winter

Is this what makes her so significant? What is her intrigue? Is it that all of the senses are evoked? Is it simply the richness and clarity in the air or is it the silence that surrounds, with subtle tones? Is it the aura that surrounds her?

Winter

Arianne

Toronto Companion

Art Basel Miami...

2012-12-10T21:24:00.001-08:00

"Come for the Art, Stay for the Party"

No... and with regrets, I still have not had the opportunity of attending this exhibition.

I have however been "observing" it from afar for quite some time - for some strange reason I lose track of time (don't we all) and before I know it, that time of year is here or has already passed..

"Art Basel" - aisles upon aisles of galleries exhibiting work from more than 2,000 contemporary artists.

Did you attend this year? I would love to hear about your favourite exhibits, experiences and fun you had. Last year I heard from quite a few who enjoyed this event :)

A couple of images from this annual event:

Arianne

Truly Yours