Art enthusiasts can find a welcome distraction from the Fifa World Cup by heading down to the Museu D’Art Contemporani de Barcelona (Macba), where an exhibition of Benet Rossell’s is on display.

Running until January 23rd 2011, the collection includes examples of the Frenchman’s calligraphies, as well as his films, offering visitors from Barcelona hotels a detailed display of his creations with such mediums.

“His work includes an array of disciplines, from drawing and signic writing, painting and the occasional tapestry or ceramic piece, to art action and performance, experimental and commercial film, poetry and theatre and others,” explained the Macba.

Rossell was born in 1937 and went on to create a great number of intriguing masterpieces, such as Kaleidoscope, Micro-Opera 2 and Cerimonials.

This show includes many videos that have never been exhibited before, making it a real opportunity to gain detailed insight into the artist’s work.

People may be surprised that his exhibition does not follow the conventional chronological progression used in art spaces, but the organisers state this has been done on purpose to link the pieces.

Rossell was not always an artist, he began studying law, economics and sociology, but was drawn to more creative pursuits.

To visit this exhibition of his artistic efforts, tourists can head down to the Macba weekdays from 11:00 (local time), with the building closing at 20:00 Monday to Wednesday and midnight on Thursdays and Fridays.

At the weekend, the venue opens at 10:00, with doors shutting at 20:00 on Saturdays and 15:00 on Sundays.

Entrance costs EUR6 for just a temporary exhibition such as this or EUR7.50 for the whole museum.

For more information on this event visit the Macba website or contact the venue on +34 93 412 08 10.

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Flip Flop Shops is exposing its toes in the Dallas/Forth Worth metro area. The only lifestyle retail franchise to capture the essence of the flip flop connoisseur way of life, Flip Flop Shops recently opened its first local shop in Hurst at 1101 Melbourne St. Ste 1000 in the North East Mall.

“Flip flops have evolved into a premium lifestyle necessity, and Flip Flop Shops was created to fill the void in the retail industry,” said Mike Goff (Size 11), who co-owns and operates the shop with his wife, Kim (Size 8). “We offer local consumers an opportunity to indulge in all the hottest brands and latest styles at their leisure, with expert product knowledge right at their finger tips. We make finding the perfect flip flop a cinch!”

In addition to the Hurst location, plans call for significant expansion of this one-of-a-kind, laidback brand throughout the Dallas/Fort Worth area. Already, three additional Flip Flop Shops owners are set to open locations between now and spring 2011 throughout the Metroplex, with the first two slated for this summer, one at Galleria Dallas and the other at NorthPark Center. The Goff’ s also plan to open a second Flip Flop Shops later in the year in Orlando, Fla.

Once reserved only for poolside or beachwear, flip flops have grown to become the “global youth uniform,” as well as accepted footwear for anyone ranging from surfers to high-level corporate executives. Flip Flop Shops’ mission is to provide the opportunity for anyone, in any climate, to “Live…Work…Play With Their Toes Exposed” while wearing the freedom of flip flops on their feet. The shops carry the hottest brands of flip flops and sandals –such as REEF, Sanuk, Flojos, VANS, Havaianas, OluKai, Rainbow, Cobian and O’ NEILL, among others –” and retail between $20 to over $100.

The Hurst opening is part of a well-managed national growth strategy calling for 236 locations to open in select markets nationwide by 2013. With 15 shops currently operating and more than 40 in development, the company is also targeting, among others, SoCal, NorCal, Atlanta, New York, South Florida, and the Pacific Northwest for expansion.

“There are droves of people just as passionate about freeing their toes as Flip Flop Shops,” Kim added. “Our flip flops are an extension of who we are and what we stand for. We live, work and play with our toes exposed while wearing the freedom of flip flops on our feet.”

Even the smell and sound of each shop captures the Flip Flop Shops laid-back, yet adventurous character. Approaching from 15 feet away, coconut suntan oil scent and active lifestyle inspired music begins to tickle the senses and excite the toes of likely customers. “No matter the weather, no matter the season, you will always find the ‘Free Your Toes’ state-of-mind in every Flip Flop Shops,” Mike said.

About Flip Flop Shops
Founded in 2004, Flip Flop Shops is North America’s first retail chain exclusive to the hottest brands and latest styles of flip flops and sandals from big names such as REEF, Sanuk, Flojos, VANS, Havaianas, Olukai, Rainbow, Cobian and O’NEILL. The company began franchising in January 2008. Flip Flop Shops is an Environmentally Responsible Retailer and encourages the nation to Free Their Toes . The executive team boasts more than 50 years of franchise experience building and growing some of the world’s fastest-growing franchise concepts, category leaders and some of America’s most well-known brands, including Cold Stone Creamery, Moe’s Southwest Grill and Nike. With 15 shops currently operating and 40 more in development, the company plans to open 236 shops by 2013. For more franchise opportunity information, visit http://www.flipflopshops.com.

As the field of plastic surgery advances, new techniques to ensure better results with less discomfort are constantly being developed. In the area of breast augmentation, one of these newer developments is subfascial placement of breast implants. The three plastic surgeons at Advanced Aesthetic Associates (www.aaaplasticsurgery.com) offer this type of placement as an option for women seeking breast augmentation in Phoenix, Arizona.

“Subfascial breast augmentation can achieve superior results for many of our breast augmentation patients,” says board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Remus Repta of Advanced Aesthetic Associates. “The results tend to look and feel more natural and there is the added benefit that patients seem to experience much less discomfort after surgery. We still offer submuscular and subglandular placement options as well. Since each placement location has different benefits and drawbacks, we develop a unique treatment plan for each of the patients at our plastic surgery practice in Phoenix and help them choose the option that will give them the best result possible.”

In addition to subfascial breast augmentation, there are two other options for implant placement: under the pectoral muscle (submuscular placement) and directly behind the breast tissue (subglandular placement). Subfascial breast augmentation places the under the connective tissue covering the pectoral muscle. While the subfascial technique may require a higher level of surgical skill than other placement options, the surgeons at Advanced Aesthetic Associates have found that it combines the benefits of both submuscular and subglandular placement, and they have the skill to perform it successfully.

“When we discuss the benefits of subfascial placement, we’re talking about the factors that really matter to patients,” explains board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Pablo Prichard of Advanced Aesthetic Associates. “First, our evidence suggests that it has all the benefits of sub-muscular placement in terms of prevention of capsular contraction and maintaining implant position. However, since the implant is in front of the muscle, there’s no athletic restriction after the procedure and there is no breast animation (breast moving) with contraction of the chest muscle. Recovery time is quicker and more comfortable. And, what’s very important for any woman considering breast augmentation, the result is natural-looking.”

The surgeons at Advanced Aesthetic Associates are committed to bringing their patients advanced, leading edge techniques for enhancement of face, body, breasts and skin. In addition to subfascial breast enlargement in Phoenix, some of these exciting new procedures include removal of auxiliary sweat glands and liposuction using only local anesthesia. The practice also offers the latest technology and medical devices to achieve their patients’ goals, such as IPL Photofacial, Fraxel, and Sculptra Aesthetic.

“We’re a progressive practice,” explains Dr. Lewis Albert Andres of Advanced Aesthetic Associates. “With three surgeons from diverse backgrounds, each of us with substantial experience and skill, we are able to find creative solutions to meet our patients’ needs. Although we make beautiful results and safe methods two of our top priorities, we place equal emphasis on developing close relationships with our patients. We foster an environment of open communication, empathy, and individual attention, so our patients are comfortable throughout every step of the process.”

Dr. Remus Repta, Dr. Lewis Albert Andres, Dr. Pablo Prichard and their well-trained staff at Advanced Aesthetic Associates (www.aaaplasticsurgery.com) take pride in being at the forefront of plastic surgery in Phoenix. They offer patients safe and effective techniques to provide beautiful results. Each surgeon is skilled in reconstructive and cosmetic plastic surgery procedures for face, body, breast and skin. They provide an exceptional level of patient care, treating each patient with respect and empathy. Through open communication and plenty of face-to-face time, they develop and individualized treatment plan for every patient.