Cambridge Who’s Who Member Tisha DeShields’ Company, Original Belly Works, Makes Television Debut!
October 27th, 2008
Cambridge Who’s Who lifetime member Tisha DeShields is the founder of Original Belly Works (OBW), a company that sells casting kits for expecting mothers to mold their pregnant shape. Casts can be decorated and customized with an array of enhancements including paint, fabric and flowers to create a one-of-a-kind, whimsical piece of art that is an expressive symbol of love. They make great baby shower gifts and are lovely keepsakes for both the mother and baby. Preformed figures are also available for adoptive, surrogate, foster and guardian mothers, mothers who have already given birth and grandmothers. OBW offers a fiberglass finish, made from the original torso cast. The fiberglass finish was chosen because it is a weather-resistant material that can withstand mold, chipping, breaking and cracking, making it a treasured piece that will last for years to come.
Original Belly Works has recently made its national television debut. Ms. DeShields appeared on CNN along with Grace Kisa, an artist working with Original Belly Works (OBW), to promote their ideas and the products and services offered by the company. To watch the interview, click here. OBW has also been featured on various websites and in Pregnancy Magazine, and has celebrity clients such as actresses Brook Shields, Angela Bassett and Mariska Hargitay, boxer Laila Ali and many more.
OBW provides its clients with “customized commissioned designs” – the designer helps to dream up a design or interpret ideas to create a customized belly cast design. Basic designs are air-brushed onto the belly cast; premium designs use acrylic paints and materials such as fabric, feathers, denim and photos; and elite designs are adorned with Swarvoski crystals, metals, gems, tile, glass and other unique embellishments. Click here to view the OBW gallery.
Awestruck by the beauty of a pregnant woman’s form, Ms. DeShields conceived the idea for Original Belly Works while pregnant with her fourth child. She realized that she wanted to immortalize her pregnancy and began to research the possibility of producing a copy of her pregnant form. In doing so, the notion to offer this unique creation to all mothers was born. To learn more or to purchase a casting kit, please visit http://www.originalbellyworks.com/.
Multicultural Motion Picture Association Hosts the 16th Annual Diversity Awards
October 24th, 2008
Cambridge Who’s Who member Jarvee Hutcherson is president of the Multicultural Motion Picture Association (MMPA), a non-profit organization comprised of individuals in the United States and international film communities. Its members share a common interest in recognizing the achievements of individuals in the media and entertainment industry who represent a variety of backgrounds. They are committed to celebrating diversity through ideas, stories, leadership and talent.
The MMPA is hosting the 16th Annual Diversity Awards on November 23, 2008 at the Universal Studios Globe Theater in Hollywood, California. This year’s theme is “Celebrating Diversity – American Spirit and Global Talent – Making it Happen.”
The Diversity Awards has long been considered as one of Hollywood’s most anticipated annual awards events, known for its spontaneity and embrace of the international creative community. Awards are presented for the various accomplishments and contributions that actors have made and projects that have shown diverse perspectives through leadership, fostering unity and action in the international arena. Recipients in past years include highly acclaimed actors and actresses Will Smith, Chris Rock, Dakota Fanning, Salma Hayek and Jackie Chan and the television shows Grey’s Anatomy, Bones and Heroes.
Funds raised will benefit the Multicultural Motion Picture Association’s Educational and Development Scholarship Fund. For ticket information, contact Mr. Hutcherson by calling (310) 358-8300 or visit http://www.thediversityawards.org/.
Cambridge Who’s Who Member, Catherine Cardinal Publishes Powerful Book and Inspirational CD
October 15th, 2008
Cambridge Who’s Who lifetime member Catherine Cardinal has published a self-help book entitled A Cure for the Common Life and released a CD called Passion of One. Known as “The Self-Esteem Doctor,” her professional trademark is an integrated approach to psychology, which yields positive results in a short period of time.
A Cure for the Common Life: The Cardinal Rules of Self-Esteem is a powerful book that pinpoints 10 specific ways to recognize the root cause of common emotional problems and, at the same time, determine a realistic course for improvement. The “Cardinal Rules” are designed to strengthen your sense of self and fortify your value and self-respect. According to Jack Canfield, author of Chicken Soup for the Soul, “Dr. Catherine Cardinal distills over 20 years of wisdom gained from counseling real people into a delightful easy-to-read book that prepares the reader to move surely and confidently to joy and success.”
Passion of One features singers Dr. Cardinal and Brandon Jarrett and was composed by Gene and Toni Bua. The CD includes 12 tracks from some of the most inspiring and diverse artists in the industry and reflects an array of genres, including rock, pop, reggae, jazz and ballads. It is based on the work that Dr. Cardinal has done for the past 20 years to help people believe in themselves, change, grow and unite with their purpose in life. “May it inspire you to sing, to dance, to feel and to relentlessly pursue an uncommon, remarkable life!” writes Dr. Cardinal. An mp3 sample of the first song entitled, “Passion of One,” is available on her website.
Dr. Cardinal has been in practice for over 22 years, working to help clients overcome childhood traumas and achieve success and happiness in their relationships. She is a Certified Anderson Stress and Anger Management Facilitator and practices individual as and couples counseling. Being a published author and having appeared in several best-selling magazines, such as Cosmopolitan and Redbook, and on major radio and television programs, including “The O’Reilly Factor,” allows her to reach and help a vast number of people in a variety of ways. “Dr. Catherine Cardinal gives her readers the ability to change their lives by accessing t heir own wisdom. It is a rare gift!” says John Gray, author of Men Are From Mars, Women Are From Venus.
For more information, visit http://www.catherinecardinal.com/. To purchase A Cure for the Common Life or Passion of One, go to www.catherinecardinal.com/store.
