Let’s talk about… Beauty

Panel Discussion

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As we all know, beauty is in the eye of the beholder. That’s why there is no universal definition of beauty because it is hugely influenced by tastes, trends, epochs and cultures. In keeping with our beauty_redefined motto, we want to approach the subject of beauty at the RINGANA Virtual Convention from a number of different angles. To do so, we’ve invited leading lights from every different part of the beauty world to talk about their views, experiences and concepts of beauty at an exciting panel discussion.

Moderation

As a Puls4 breakfast TV host she is seen daily by Austrian viewers nationwide, serving up news from all over the world. She took a look behind the scenes at the casting show Austria’s Next Topmodel. Likeable Puls4 host Bianca Schwarzjirg will be co-moderating the panel discussion together with Erich Dengg. Foto: ©️Dominique Hammer

Martina Parker 

The beauty and lifestyle expert. Martina Parker writes about beauty trends every day and she knows what’s hot and what’s not. You’ll find her writing in women’s magazines, online, in specialist articles and entertaining columns. She will be bringing her vast knowledge to bear during the panel discussion at the RINGANA Virtual Convention. Foto: ©️Vanessa Bruckner

Mario Galla

The modelling world is in a state of flux. Trends are moving away from supposed perfection and flawlessness. And the best example of that is Mario Galla. Having conquered international catwalks with a handicap – a prosthetic leg – he has played a pioneering role in changing views about how models should look. At the panel discussion, he will be telling us about his impressive career. Foto: ©️Paul James Hay

Manfred Baumann

One of today’s most sought-after and influential photographers will be taking part in the panel discussion at the RINGANA Virtual Convention. It is not only models and stars that he chooses as his subjects, but also prisoners and homeless people. At the panel discussion on 26 September, he will be explaining the role that beauty plays for him and his work.

Prof. Helmut Leder

Prof. Helmut Leder is Head of the Department of Cognition, Emotion, and Methods in Psychology at the University of Vienna and will be exploring beauty from a scientific point of view. He has already been involved for many years with the subject of beauty, how it affects people, and the role that beauty plays in choosing a partner.

Key Note

Foto: ©️Elsa Niemoller

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How I define beauty

Thando Hopa is a diversity Advocate, international model and a fellow at the World Economic Forum. In what promises to be a fascinating keynote speech at the RINGANA Virtual Convention, Thando, who was born in South Africa, will be talking about how concepts of race, normality and beauty affected her experiences and influenced her work in the fashion industry.

In her constant pursuit to advocate for inclusion, diversity and representation, she shares how her personal story interacts with broader political concepts of beauty.

About Thando

• Thando is a former prosecutor in South Africa
• 2018: first person of colour to appear in the Pirelli calendar
• 2018: listed in the BBC’s 100 Women as one of the world’s most inspiring and influential women
• 2019: first woman with albinism on the cover of Vogue
• Founding member of the Global Albinism Alliance

Look forward to an awe-inspiring individual with a remarkable story

who will be giving a memorable talk about redefining beauty outside of the conventional beauty norms.

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