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Rima Dolgoff On Rima: Rima was a magical jungle girl who enchanted wild beasts with a gentle bird song. I was named after this creature from the book, “Green Mansions”, and thus, use a leaf motif for my clothing label, and for my online store. But actually I've mostly been a city-dweller – I’m originally from the Bay Area, and then lived in NYC for many years. I moved to Tucson to finish up my PhD in neuropsychology a couple years back, and ended up staying. Throughout my PhD, I designed and sewed as a means of keeping myself sane. I currently maintain a good balance of psychology, design and motherhood. I live with my partner, Derek, and one-year-old son, Roen. On Rima’s Creative Process: I’ve been intrigued by magic since I was little, and I think that’s what attracted me to both brain-science and design work. It is hard to say where ideas come from, but I know that for me, fantasy has a big role. I do most of my designing with my eyes closed, often just before I fall asleep at night, or right when I awaken in the morning. After I have a new concept, the scientist in me labors over every detail until I feel it’s right. I try to make things that are a bit otherworldly, but still practical and stylish. I also love versatility in a design, so that people can play with a piece and make it their own. It’s also more fun that way. Rima’s Online Store: |
