White Gold

video and photography by Wynde Dyer

Tomorrow is my last day volunteering at Golden Rule for a little while.  While I wish I could remain steadfast as their Friday shop girl, my three part-time jobs are taking more time than I have to give. 

I am so happy to have been able to have participated in such an incredible and challenging project and have to issue a small plea for its continued support from everyone and anyone who might read this.  

Despite putting out a wildly diverse array of art and stunning lookbooks every month, showcasing local talent and doing incredible community building, the space is teetering on the brink between being able to remain a brick-and-mortar store and having to investigate other options. 

Aside from Golden Rule's value as an independent shop / gallery in a world where such businesses are increasingly endangered, the community surrounding the physical space is filled with kind-hearted, driven and talented individuals who deserve to keep on keepin'-on but can't do it without external support.

This month's theme is White Magic.  The space is filled with wonderful summery light clothing.  I'll be wearing my favorite Tracy Reese dress – a white lace confection probably better suited for a wedding than a volunteer shopgirl shift.  Then again, I rather like overdressing. 

Nikki the cat provided a perfect foil to the textile art in the space last week.