ETSY ALL THE WAY: Designer and Actor Briian David Re-Opens Etsy Shop

NY Based Actor/Clothing and Accessories Designer Briian David has re-opened his Etsy Store. After a five year hiatus, Briian decided to re-open the web based store just in time for the holidays.

The link for the store is https://www.etsy.com/shop/Chirp66

Briian says the shop will eventually feature his signature, one-of-a-kind, hand sewn items as well as printed tees and kitschy accessories made by him as well.

"As a consumer, I've always been more of a mom and pop type of shopper (no disrespect to the larger retailers). I like finding unique items that aren't necessarily mass produced or products that are produced in smaller quantities that speak to me. When deciding to re-open the shop after five years, I hope that our new visitors will appreciate our aesthetic and visit us often as the product will be constantly evolving but still maintaining the small shop feel".  

BSIXTEE6 SALUTES VETERANS

Noted Clothing Designer/Actor/Photographer Beiian Dargon salutes the Armed Forces with a series of military inspired fashion photos. Briian says regardless of your beliefs regarding those who serve, often regular human beings make life altering sacrifices to serve and protect and he wanted to honor them.

In honor of the Men and Women who served and continue to serve America, Bsixtee6 salutes you.

Photography/Concept: Briian Dargon for Bsixtee6.

Models: (Top) Steven Montalvo

(Second ) Ryan Thompson

(Third) Camell Page

(Fourth) Kyle Raines

MOTIVATING MOMENT: Words of Wisdom from Meryl 11/10/15

It's not easy being an artist (Hell, it's not easy being ) so I often try to find ways to be inspired as I pursue my endeavors. I came across this today and it spoke to me.

Meryl Streep - "This was me on my way home from an audition for King Kong where I was told I was too "ugly" for the part. This was a pivotal moment for me. This one rogue opinion could derail my dreams of becoming an actress or force me to pull myself up by the boot straps and believe in myself. I took a deep breath and said "I'm sorry you think I'm too ugly for your film but you're just one opinion in a sea of thousands and I'm off to find a kinder tide." Today I have 18 Academy Awards. :)

MOTIVATING MOMENT: MONDAY 11/09/15

CLOTHING DESIGNER/ACTOR...SINGER? BRIIAN DAVID BRINGS THE NOISE!!!

Most readers of this post probably don't  know that before there was a piece of fabric sewn or a script read noted Clothing Designer and Actor Briian David was also a Singer/Songwriter in an R&B/POP Group by the name of "VOICEMALE" (Yes! That was really the name). Hell! You may have never even heard of Briian David but that's okay,

If he has his way, you will. 

The clothing designer for Bsixtee6, Chirp and Romance & Rebellion is going back to one of his first loves, music. 

The aforementioned Designer whose worked has been featured in Japanese Vogue, The Source Magazine, CLIK Magazine and BRM Magazine just to name a few and Actor who has appeared in such films as "The Raging Boom", "Afterparty Babies", "Sunshine Becomes You", "The Outsiders" and most recently "Human People" starring Michael Cera (Superbad) has decided that he has something else to say...musically.

Briian who coined the phrase "ARTISTPRENUER" says "For me, it is not about becoming the next big anything, I always want to be in a state of becoming. I want to indulge in the things that I'm passionate about and the things that continue to make me happy and hopefully make others happy as well".

Briian says he will begin working on the as yet untitled track sometime in 2016 and will write or co-write the single.

Take Two...or is it Three: Noted Designer Briian Dargon has other passions

Noted Clothing and Accessories Designer Briian Dargon has begun his second act by delving into his life long passion for acting. 

Having just wrapped a role in the Independent Comedy "THE OPENERS" , Briian is well on his way to tackling Hollywood.

In "THE OPENERS" Directed by Leslie Korein, he plays a Stand-Up Comedian/Heckler at an Open Mic.

Briian's other films include "After Party Babies" Directed by Henry Cruz and "The Raging Boom" Directed by Mahagony B.

He also appears as the instructor in a commercial for Hamilton College.

Briian opens up about his waiting to start his acting career.

LC: You're relatively new to acting and you're a person of a certain age, why now?

B: Why not now? Now is just as good a time as any. To be more straightforward, acting is something that I've always wanted to pursue and had a few opportunities  when I was younger that didn't work out but when my last birthday rolled around I made a promise to myself that I was going to pursue it. I didn't want to have any regrets. There was some trepidation in the beginning because I was beating myself up wondering "what if I weren't good enough" or forget being good enough what if I really sucked, lol. My mom used to say you've already failed if you don't try and that's kind of how I live my life...within reason. 

LC: In a very short period of time, you've begun to create a resume that is beginning to look quite impressive, what has the experience been like for you this far?

B: Thank you very much. I didn't come into this trying to be anything other than who I am. Acting for me is an extension of who I have always been creatively and I felt like it would be a challenge that I could rise to. I am so grateful that the people I've worked with so far allowed me to come on to their projects and trust me to deliver and they have provided an atmosphere that makes me want to be my best. 

LC: What has been the downside of any?

B: There hasn't really been a downside, I guess it all depends on how you look at it. I've gone on auditions where I didn't get the part, it stings because you may want it really bad but I also look at it from the perspective that it wasn't for me and that I'm now available for the role that is. 

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