EDITOR’S NOTE
by Alley Hector
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August 2012
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Alley Hector
ART DIRECTOR
Horace Long
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Ken Hoyt
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Indoor/
Outdoor
While on a trip to Denmark as a college student I
learned the term "hygge" — an atmosphere of co-
ziness and general conviviality, enjoying time with
loved ones. It’s an essential part of Danish life and our
cozy town seems to embody this same spirit both
inside and out.
In this issue we cover home interiors, and at the same time celebrate
poolside swimwear. Whether we are at the beach, at an outdoor pa-
tio, or inside gaming with players around the world, Portlanders value
comfort.
As members of the gay community we are hyper aware of our surround-
ings. This can be for safety’s sake (I am sad to take note of so many hate
crimes still taking place around the world and here at home), but it can
also open us up as dreamers and designers.
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Ellen Fiscus
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Anna Deligio
Anne Jaeger
Logan Lynn
Scott MacDonald
Lyska Mondor
Courtney O'Donnell
Aaron Spencer
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The stereotypes of the gay florist and interior designer have been in-
finitely expounded upon by a new queer sensibility in fashion, digital
design, and the creation of all kinds of indoor and outdoor spaces. In-
spired by our lush surroundings, we are an integral part of this city’s
reputation for being a creative hub and cultural capitol.
So used to our cold wet winters that seem to last forever, we cherish our
indoor activities year round and create homes, often with bright colors,
that embody our city’s floral theme and inspired by the landscape that
surrounds us.
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During these precious two to three months we get to bring our "hygge"
into the sun, where we all burst forth to gather at the river, the bluffs,
or any garden that can contain both our literal and figuratively colorful
selves. It also brings us together. We have emerged from our houses to
come out as an interested and engaged congregation of people dedicat-
ed to creating a cultural phenomenon that’s the envy of mainstream and
Bohemian cultures alike.
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Just Out's Editor-In-Chief Alley Hector writes QPDX. Reach her at alley@JustOut.com.
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