Captain Jerry Chitwood Chitwood Charters Eskimo III By Ed Bertha Cover Photography by James Corwin Johnson “Voyage Of The Eskimo III” One could talk for hours about Captain Jerry Chitwood. Known locally for Chitwood Charters, most in Sarasota don’t know what this unpretentious individual has accomplished, and who he knows. Be it the huge painting that still hangs in Indiana’s Ben Davis High School commemorating his wrestling feats. Or, the tough middle linebacker at Indiana State University, who also was the team’s captain. Maybe it’s becoming a pilot at age 21 and being featured in Neiman Marcus’ “His/Her Gift of […]
Nautilus Homes The Shearwater Old World Elegance By Ed Bertha Welcome to the Shearwater, a luxurious private home embodying the grace and well-traveled nature of the Shearwater bird for which it is named. The Shearwater is a nearly 5,000-square foot, subtly luxurious home reminiscent of a grand estate residence, with light pastel colors enhancing the West Indies character, where every aspect of the home has a point and purpose.
John Wolterman NetZero Construction By Ed Bertha Cover Photography by James Corwin Johnson “Protect Your Family And Your Investment” Concrete, we can trace the word back to the Latin verb concrescere, meaning “to grow together.” It’s been around since the Egyptians used gypsum and lime mortars in the pyramids and still forms the basis for construction today. John Wolterman’s industry experience is a comprehensive blend of educational knowledge and practical experience. Growing up in the suburbs of Cincinnati, John learned the fundamentals of construction firsthand. His father owned a company specializing in concrete projects, and thus his interest in the […]
1 Casuarina Concourse Coral Gables, FL Paradise Awaits at $ 47,500,000 By Ed Bertha Welcome to Casuarina Concourse a luxurious private estate perched on a 3.6-acre lot, which includes a 1.5-acre parcel suitable for building a new home. The property, which juts out into Biscayne Bay, provides spectacular 270-degree water and Miami city skyline views and 937 feet of water frontage including a private beach. Built in 2000, the Mediterranean-inspired mansion is a showstopper from the moment of arrival, where a more than 100-year-old Tanzanian Baobab tree, deemed a historical landmark, offers a dramatic welcome. The sprawling, meticulously cared for […]
2016 Suncoast Powerboat Grand Prix Benefiting Suncoast Charities For Children Photography by Danielle Gavagni, Michael Whitney, Mindy Towns & Tim Britt Enjoy photography from this year’s event! Click HERE to download PDF.
Blue Moon Roof Top Party Featuring The Libertore Fund For Children Host: Tim Mitten, Full Moon Properties/Promotions Full Moon Night certainly turned out to be “ONCE IN A BLUE MOON ROOFTOP EVENT”. Everyone was VIP! The dress code was BLUE and everyone looked amazing. Sinna-G came back to Sarasota IN STYLE for a one-night performance with us….and killed it! The event was not on top of a parking garage but on top of the KRESS BUILDING on Main Street. A portion of the proceeds went to The Libertore Fund for Children. Click HERE to download the event PDF.
THUNDER BY THE BAY RIDES OUT OF SARASOTA! By Ed Bertha “I don’t want to make excuses. I just lost and I will learn something very important.” Francesca Schiavone No more Thunder in downtown Sarasota? Are you serious? Once again Thunder by the Bay ROARED into Sarasota raising over $140,000 for Suncoast Charities for Children, yet garnering the WRATH of residents, business owners and some county commissioners. Net proceeds from this annual event allows Suncoast Charities for Children to provide support to five local non-profit agencies that serve over 8,000 children, teens, and adults with special needs. Now the festival […]
Eric Shepherd Executive General Manager Dimmitt Automotive Group – The Sarasota Studio By Ed Bertha Cover Photography by Giovanni Lunardi Layout by Christian Lunardi “Roadsides are full of car dealership after dealership. The Sarasota Studio is a fresh exciting twist in the face of convention,” Liz Manes. THE DIMMITT LEGACY One could argue that the Dimmitt family has been in Pinellas County for as long as the county itself; beginning with the arrival of Larry Dimmitt, Sr. to Clearwater in 1924. Having previously lived in Savanna, and with a love for the auto industry in his heart, Larry quickly purchased […]
Granada Park West Of Trail, Sarasota Sarasota’s Best Kept Secret, Not For Long By Ed Bertha Layout by Christian Lunardi Located on four plus acres near the corner of Bay Street and Osprey Avenue is Granada Park. Conveniently tucked between downtown Sarasota and Siesta Key’s white sand, Granada Park is a private gated community of 25 home sites with mature trees and a focal point lake with a mesmerizing fountain. Originally started in late 2007, only nine homes were built leaving 16 lots to be filled. Then MGB Homes (also known as My Green Buildings), a luxury home builder, co-owned […]
Creativity Rules! By Ed Bertha “In creating, the only hard thing’s to begin; A grass-blade’s no easier to make than an oak.” James Russell Lowell Get your attention? Welcome to our fresh, new, design concept here at REAL Exclusive. Besides the dual covers, starting with this issue and running through the holidays, we will explore “Host Beautifully” with Stella Artois. Each subsequent issue, and series of alphabet letters, becoming a part of the Stella Artois Challis Collector’s Edition Series. Take in our new Masters Series where we explore individual journeys through the lines of one’s face and the look in […]
REAL Exclusive Magazine Presents Granada Park Builder – MGB Fine Custom Homes Video by Denis Lauzon, Lauzon Procuctions For more information visit the Granada Park website Copyright © 2016 REAL Exclusive Magazine www.getrealexclusive.com Links to this article are encouraged
Picnic In The Park At Granada Park Featuring The Conversation Foundation Host: MGB Fine Custom Homes Click HERE to download the event PDF. Click HERE to download the video. Slide show below.
Nautical Renderings Featuring Love & Light For World Peace Host: CHARITY & WEISS International Realty Gabriele Charity Rudi Weiss Special Guests: Artist R.o. Schabbach Architect William Tagland Click HERE to download the event PDF. Slide show below.
Pool Moon Party Featuring Victor Lundy’s South Gate Community Center Host: Tim Mitten, Full Moon Properties/Promotions Special Guest: Local Artist, Joseph Patrick Arnegger Click HERE to download the event PDF. Slide show below.
A Taste Of Casey Key History Featuring All Faiths Food Bank Host: Deborah Beacham, Michael Saunders & Company Special Guests: Michael Saunders Harold Bubil Click HERE to download the event PDF. Slide show below.
Tuesday, January 31, 2017
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