Cynthia LaMaide is an award-winning artist renowned for her stunning and intricately designed oil paintings as well as her handmade clothing that is thoughtfully tailored to suit various body types. She skillfully utilizes luxurious yarns and natural fibers in her diverse body of work, which encompasses painting, weaving, knitting, and felting, resulting in the creation of unique and captivating fabrics. Her distinct collections have been showcased in prestigious locations such as Paris and New York, in addition to being featured at the Smithsonian in Washington D.C. Furthermore, she has also designed elaborate costumes for major films, which truly highlight her exceptional creativity and artistic talent. Based in vibrant cities like New York, Miami, and Detroit, she is dedicated to crafting high-quality, stylish clothing for women who have a genuine appreciation for timeless and elegant fashion.
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Cynthia LaMaide
Resides and works in Metro Detroit
Selected group exhibitions:
2022 The Elements of Life, Janice Charach Gallery, Bloomfield, MI
2012 Group Exhibit, Janice Church Gallery, Bloomfield, MI
Art fairs:
2020 Palm Beach Fine Craft Show, Palm Beach, FL, February
2013 Smithsonian Craft 2 Wear, Washington, DC, October
2012 Palm Beach Fine Craft Show, Palm Beach, FL, March
2012 Art Trade Show, New York, NY, September
2012 Pret a Porter Show, Paris, France, September
2012 Washington Fine Craft Show, Washington, DC, December
2011 Art Birmingham Show, Birmingham, MI, May
2010 Smithsonian Craft 2 Wear, Washington, DC, October
2010 Ann Arbor Art Show, Ann Arbor, Michigan, Best Textile Award
2010 Birmingham Art Fair, Birmingham, Michigan, September
2008 Smithsonian Craft Show, Washington, DC
2008 Baltimore American Craft Show, Baltimore, Maryland
2007 Ann Arbor Art Show, Ann Arbor, MI, Best of Show Award
2005-2011 One of a kind Show Chicago, Illinois, Every December
Awards:
2012 FGI Award Best Women's Designer, Detroit, Michigan
2010 Best Textile Award, Ann Arbor Art Show
2007 Best of Show Award, Ann Arbor Art Show
Film Costume Design and Fashion Styling:
2012 Clothing Designs, ‘Wanderlust’, Feature Comedy with Jennifer Aniston, Paul Rudd and David Wain, Director
2011 Clothing Designs, ‘What’s Wrong with Virginia‘, Feature Drama with Jennifer Connelly, Ed Harris and Dustin Lance Black, Director
2010 Costume Designer on ‘What If‘, Feature Drama with Kevin Sorbo, Kristy Swanson and Dallas Jenkins, Director
2010 Costume Designer on ‘Intent‘, Feature Crime Triller with Eric Roberts, Ben Graupner and Tim Crockett, Director
2010 Costume Designer on ‘TUG‘, Feature Comedy with Sam Huntington, Haylie Duff and Abram Makowka, Director
2009 Wardrobe, ‘The Job’, Feature Triller with Patrick Flueger, Ron Perlman and Shem Bitterman, Director
2004-2005 Designer and Stylist on Lenny Kravitz World Tour, Venues Europe and Japan
2002-2009 Fashion Stylist on Photo Shoots and Commercials, New York, New York
1989-2002 Fashion Stylist and Designer on hundreds of photo shoots, commercials and music videos, Miami, Florida
Selected press:
Featured in MOCAD’s Post Industrial Complex Book, Detroit, 2013
Fall Issue, Ambassador Magazine, 2013
Fall Fashion, Metro Times, 2013
Editor’s Choice Designer, Styleline, 2013
Paris Show, Women’s Wear Daily, 2012
One of a Kind Show, Chicago Tribune, 2012
Lenny Article, Vogue Hommes Italian, 2005
Rock Star, Zinc Magazine, 2004
Stockist:
2016 Linda Dresner Birmingham, Mi
Education:
Art Major, Marian University, Fond du Lac, WI
Clothing Design, BS, Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ