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Holly Lowe Jones is a PhD student and writing instructor in the English Department at the University of Oregon. She is currently working on her dissertation, which archives and analyzes Black American textual production at Playboy magazine between the 1960’s and early 1990’s.
Alongside and within her academic scholarship, Holly enjoys memoir/autobiography writing.
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Day Trips to Portland: Japanese Garden
Spring brought about lovely trips to some of Portland's most touristy attractions. My mom flew in from Indiana to visit in early June, and as a fellow nature lover, I couldn't wait to take her to the Japanese Garden. It was the first visit for...
Las Vegas in July: Honeybaby Naturals Exhibits at Cosmoprof
I recently attended Cosmoprof, the largest beauty trade show in world, in Las Vegas, Nevada. The actual show dates were July 24th-26th. I participated in the event as a brand ambassador and social media manager for Honey Baby Naturals, a client...
Meditation Retreat in Ojai, California
Meditation is a way for nourishing and blossoming the divinity within you.” www.holisticgoddessretreats.com I have been a student of yoga and meditation since I was a young girl; my father is a yoga guru, so I was raised to believe in...
C.R.E.A.M. | Winter White
"I like clothes but I like what they tell me about a person even more." ~Mario Testino I love neutrals, and playing with complementary shades to create a monochromatic look. Most of the time, I choose bold, glam, statement jewelry. I particularly dig black &...
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Celebrity Makeup Tips: The Exact Techniques Used by MUA’s to Give Hollywood Glam
In preparation for a big event, you’ve been putting in extra work in the gym. All you need to add now is the extra “slay” factor. Want beautiful cheekbones like Beyonce? Luscious lips like Kerry Washington? Portland-based, professional make-up artist Alena Morris...