An expertly curated, luxuriously produced compendium of all things Naples, Naples Illustrated brings to life personalities and takes you inside the exclusive homes, parties and interests of the world’s most affluent and influential people.
In some way, shape, or form, my life has always involved athletics. I grew up golfing and played at the collegiate level. No puffery here; I was a below-average college golfer who was blessed with a wonderful, big-hearted coach, Diane Daugherty. She graciously let me stick around until I earned my degree. That was important to her. Besides great golf mechanics, I learned from her the value of being kind, the importance of accountability, and the impact of giving back to one’s community. Her influence on me, especially in my quirky college years, was immense. In this issue, we’re delighted to highlight several persons very much like my coach—individuals in competitive athletics who found remarkable success in their respective arenas while inspiring and shaping others to be both exceptional gamers…
When my family and I moved from the New England area to Naples eight years ago, I was truly excited about what the future held. After my husband, Jason, and I decided to make the big move, I left my job working at a publishing company outside of Boston in search of employment here in Naples. At one point, I remember sitting in my aunt’s living room here, where a glossy Naples Illustrated sat on her coffee table. She very directly asked me: “Well, Meegan, what type of job do you see yourself doing here in Naples?” Without hesitation, I pointed to the beautiful cover displayed in front of me and replied, “I hope I can work for that publication one day.” That was the start of it all, I…
GULFSHORE PLAYHOUSE WHAT: “Under the Big Top” Gulfshore Playhouse Gala 2022 WHERE: The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort, Naples SUPPORTS: World-class theater and educational programming DETAILS: This immersive theatrical production featured Broadway actors Michael Halling, Carolann Sanita, and the cirque nouveau troupe Quixotic Fusion, becoming the nonprofit’s most successful fundraising event to date. Event chairs Patty and Jay Baker matched more than $1 million in donations pledged under the circus-themed tent. CHAMPIONS FOR LEARNING WHAT: Thirty-second Annual Golden Apple Celebration of Teachers Dinner WHERE: The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort, Naples DETAILS: This annual event honors Collier County Public Schools Golden Apple recipients, Teachers of Distinction, and Teachers of the Year. Honorees earned grants and shared their best practices. MEDIA SPONSOR: Naples Illustrated GREATER NAPLES CHAMBER WHAT: 2022 Annual Meeting WHERE: Arthrex One, Naples DETAILS:…
Shawn is a 4th generation art dealer that brings decades of experience to our Worth Avenue gallery. He takes pride in helping clients whether they are building their collection or divesting of pieces they no longer desire. The gallery always has exquisite works for those with diverse and discerning tastes. Pieces include 19th & 20th century French and American Impressionism, Post Impressionism, Modernism and Contemporary works, always vetted for quality and condition. Shawn embodies Provident Fine Arts’ passion for exemplary customer service and placing beautiful art into our customers lives. Call or visit the gallery and allow Shawn to help you with all your fine art needs.…
Inspired by nature and crafted by hand, the creations at Cocoon Gallery are so unique they often become the focal point of a room. Founder Mitchell Siegel travels the world curating awe-inspiring and one-of-a-kind accessories and furniture; he also handcrafts natural materials, such as acacia and teak wood, into custom live-edge tables, mirrors, sculptures, and wall art. Turn the page to discover more. –Gaylene Salomons After years of successfully operating from Greenwich, Connecticut, Cocoon Gallery relocated their woodshop operations to the Naples Design District, establishing a 25,000-square-foot shop within walking distance of their gallery, which has been open on Fifth Avenue South since 2020. The woodshop, which includes a custom-made kiln designed to accommodate giant slabs of wood, is where Cocoon’s artisans create their live-edge furniture and decor from exotic…
In existence since 1996, the Women’s Foundation of Collier County (WFCC) continues with its mission to be a catalyst for change in the lives of women and girls in Collier County through grantmaking, advocacy, and education. The Women Lifting Women (WLW) campaign came about after an extensive, detailed, and comprehensive needs study. There are three components of the campaign: to address homelessness and isolation affecting senior women, to empower young women to face everyday challenges so they can move forward with confidence in their career paths, and to grow the organization’s endowment to $5 million to support the foundation’s work in perpetuity. Gather for Good is yet another recently launched campaign. It encourages local women to host brunch, golf outings, book clubs, or sip-and-shop events with their close friends with…
