La Rousse

08/30/2024

Thank you to for continuing to support and advertise with The Creative Magazine!

If you are looking for unparalleled excellence in planning and ex*****on for your events you should be calling La Rousse, IMMEDIATELY. They are responsible for the magic that was this year's Creative Ball and we couldn't have lifted any of it into realization without them.

Inquire about services today at larousseevents.com

About La Rousse:

At La Rousse Events, we have been providing exceptional event production services for well over 13 years. Our team of experts have years of experience in planning and executing events of all sizes, from small, intimate gatherings to large-scale productions. We pride ourselves on our attention to detail and our ability to create truly memorable experiences for our clients.

08/23/2024

We love a reason to celebrate!
Thank you to the Salvation Army for having us at their annual fundraiser. 💕

We have Photobooths.. digital and 360!
Call or message us for a quote today.

06/14/2024

It’s been a minute as it’s always busy around here… but I loved being the planner and coordinator again for this beautiful event!
It’s the love and passion of J Michael Photography Co and for our community that makes me feel so honored to be part of it all…
See y’all back in two years for the next one!!!

The Creative Ball 2024 was held in the Riverdome at Horseshoe Casino & Hotel on May 18. The bi-annual event, presented by The Creative - A J Michael Photography Co Publication , strives to showcase our community’s creative and artistic talent.

05/31/2024

05/27/2024

05/20/2024

Did y’all have a good time at The Creative Ball?

Saturday was so memorable and we cannot thank you enough for all your kindness, love and support. There’s still so much we want to share and say so don’t consider this the end of what you’ll hear from us for a good few days.

We’re still picking glitter out of our hair and finding confetti in some strange places but that’s just the kind of thing one should expect when you’re having a good time.

Thank you, thank you and THANK YOU to all of you for leaning in and trusting our team to showcase the arts and culture of this region. And as for the rest of our team, not pictured THANK YOU for running around helping us get the Riverdome back in order.

Time to start dreaming up the next Ball!

05/13/2024

Now unveiling....VOLUME 9 of The Creative Magazine✨🕺

After months of preparation gathering the best stories on local and regional artists we are finally ready to bring to you our newest volume! Ready for pre-order and just in time for The Creative Ball you'll soon be able to sink your teeth into a delectable array of stories that range from fashion to lifestyle.

Visit us now at thecreativemag.net to pre-order because it's the ONLY way you'll be receiving physical copies under our new subscriber model and this one you'll want to collect!

Featured in this magazine:
ZaZa Gigante, Richard Love, Leif Shively Band , Estara Knowles Katz, Frank Freddy of H.I.M Studios, Steven Lamar Knight, Katy Larsen, Brittani Shabazz, Taylor Summers, Stephen Goudeau, John Hoffman, Lauryn Theriot, Jade Summers, Gwen Cook Cardone, Rachel Jackson, Dania Alvarez, Sasha Black, Kirby Allen Wendt with special pieces featuring Creative Director James Michael LeBlanc and Chemistry Hair Salon • Bossier City.

Coverage also includes our 2024 Nonprofit Beneficiaries for The Creative Ball Altered NWLA and Renesting Project, Inc..

📸 Cover and model photography by Jarrett Warren, James Michael Leblanc and Davey Jones with behind the scenes photography by RP Photog - Cat Salley

🎥: Videography by The Media Goats (TraJuan T. White and Iesha Nicole White) and Donnie Hudson.

Thank you to ALL of our writers and designers for this volume Kirby Allen Wendt, Paul Savage, Savanah Meredith, James Michael LeBlanc and Steven Knight.

A very very special thank you to the folks who helped behind the scenes and throughout the process to coordinate and keep us on track, Laura Hood, Sarina Styles, Katy Larsen, Steven Knight, Justin LeBlanc, Jason Russell who this event would not look near as gorgeous without their fabrication genius, an advance thank you to Bryan Sullivan and his team at Chemistry and especially so to our 2024 Creative Ball event coordinator Leslie Basham who we could not do any of this without.

And to ALL of our sponsors, you are the REAL MVPs, we can't wait to toast to you soon.

See you at the Ball THIS Saturday, May 18th.

05/10/2024

Prepare for an electrifying night of glamour and excitement as we unveil the host of The Creative Ball: the one and only ZaZa Gigante!

Get ready to experience the epitome of fierce energy and unmatched charisma as Zaza takes center stage at the most anticipated event of the season. Mark your calendars for May 18th, 7-11:30pm, at the Horseshoe Casino Riverdome, because you won't want to miss this dazzling extravaganza!

From jaw-dropping performances to runway moments that redefine fabulous, The Creative Ball has it all and promises to be nothing short of legendary.

Tickets available at bit.ly/creativeball24

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05/06/2024

05/06/2024

Meet another of your performers who'll be bringing to you a joint drag showcase!

Get ready to be swept away by the magnetic presence of Jade Summers as she takes center stage at The Creative Ball on May 18th!

Prepare to immerse yourself in a whirlwind of creativity, where every brushstroke of makeup and every fierce strut down the runway is a testament to the artistry and passion of drag. This isn't just a showcase—it's a journey into the heart and soul of drag.

Get your tickets now at bit.ly/creativeball24

Don't miss out on the magic! "

05/04/2024

Step into the spotlight with the sensational Estara Knowles Katz as she dazzles alongside a constellation of drag luminaries at The Creative Ball on May 18th!

Immerse yourself in the mesmerizing world of high fashion meets underground q***r culture, where every strut, beat, and flourish tells a story of resilience, creativity, and unapologetic self-expression.

Don't miss your chance to witness the magic unfold. See you at the ball! Tickets available now at bit.ly/creativeball24.

05/02/2024

Rounding out our fashion show is our last designer and owner of H.I.M Studios, Frank Robertson ().

Hailing from New Orleans, LA you can expect a lot of grit and utility in his design aesthetic. Clothing for the working person is where he focuses his talents, utilizing found materials and focusing on sustainability to recenter our attention back on slow fashion.

You'll instantly know his designs once you see them so don't miss this designer spotlight at the ball on May 18th, 7-11:30pm at the Horseshoe Casino and Hotel Bossier City Louisiana Riverdome.

Tickets available at bit.ly/creativeball24.

05/01/2024

You haven't seen a fun live performance until you've heard the .

They're a Southern Rock band known for throwing a little bit of everything into the "gumbo" they call music so you can expect delicious melodies and hard hitting riffs. From country ballads to classic rock songs, they play it all and every song moves the soul.

Learn more about their band at leifshivelyband.com and join us on May 18th, 7 - 11:30pm at the Horseshoe Casino and Hotel Bossier City Louisiana.

Tickets available at bit.y/creativeball24.

04/30/2024

What is fashion if it doesn't challenge us and push the boundaries of our imagination, Lauryn Theriot takes those boundaries and bursts right through.

Professing in the art of body taping under her brand Flutterbye Creative she's accented a number of high fashion events locally, nationally and internationally. Her skill and slight of hand perfectly places geometric cutouts to replicate pattern and garment on her subjects.

Learning from Black Tape Project artist Joel Alvarez she's crafted a voice and style all her own that's both distinct and fantastical.

Tickets to the Creative Ball are available at bit.ly/creativeball24

04/29/2024

We're very excited to share with you this next performer .

A multi-talented musician with all the skill and finesse to command any room; his stylish and accented performance style is easily recognizable. Known for accompanying many local bands he's certainly cemented his name as one of Shreveport's most talented drummers and he's going to leave you begging for more on May 18th.

Do you have your tickets to The Creative Ball yet because they're nearly gone, we're not kidding, HURRY!

Purchase now at bit.ly/creativeball24, this is THE event you want to be at.

04/25/2024

Say hello to hometown hero and presenting designer for the 2024 Creative Ball, !

We are SO thrilled to have a platform where we can showcase Steven's incredible talents and luxurious garments. He's rolling out something brand new for this showcase and we cannot wait for you all to get a peek at what's to come. He's dressed everyone from Tabitha Brown to Tyra Banks and YOU could be next.

Support Stephen by checking out all of his many fabulous designs at stephengoudeau.com and be sure to follow him on all socials.

04/25/2024

We are so excited to announce that the elegant and talented Gwen Cook Cardone will be joining us on stage at the The Creative Ball 2024!! She will be in the accompaniment of the ever so brilliant Rachel Jackson and Dania Alvarez! We can’t wait for you to see their performance and read all about them in The Creative - A J Michael Photography Co Publication volume 9!

Get your tickets!! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

04/25/2024

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04/23/2024

Tickets are NOW on sale and they're going fast!

Join us May 18th for one hell of a time, you'll be in the mix of the region's most notable movers and shakers as we bring you into a world of grunge and glam fashion.

Prepare to be electrified from the moment you enter the Horseshoe Casino and Hotel Bossier City Louisiana Riverdome.

Secure your experience now at https://bit.ly/creativeball24 before you miss out.

04/21/2024

MODEL CALL

April 21st, 4 - 6pm at On Set Studios 425 Crockett Street, Shreveport, LA 71101 we're looking to enlist YOU for our upcoming runway show.

Do you think you have what it takes to walk for our designers? All selected models will walk at The Creative Ball in May, details below.

Event:
The Creative Ball, May 18th, 2024, 7 - 11:30pm at The Horseshoe Casino Riverdome (711 Horseshoe Blvd. Bossier City, LA 71111)

Participation Guidelines:

1. Models are responsible for corresponding with their assigned designer ensuring they can attend meetings and/or fittings.

2. Models MUST attend the dress rehearsal FRIDAY, MAY 17 at Horseshoe Casino. Please attend dress rehearsal in all black or n**e clothing.

3. Models must be 21+ years of age or older by May 17th, 2023.

4. Models are NOT permitted to alter their clothing, makeup, or hair during the event unless approved by the designer.

5. Models are NOT allowed to smoke or eat food while in runway clothing.

04/20/2024

Unite -A Foster Care Ministry invited us to join them today for Carnival for Good event Bossier Civic Center!
Come on out to this great event supporting the Gingerbread House!
It goes until 2pm..💕

04/19/2024

The Creative Ball is back and bigger than ever. Learn more about how it got started.