1. September 2010 by Candace Carlisle.

repost from launch787.com

The Intergalactic Nemesis on Sept. 3rd and 4th at the Long Center.

Watch The Intergalactic Nemesis – 60 second trailer

Check out an exciting event September 3rd and 4th at the Long Center – The Intergalactic Nemesis — A Live-Action Graphic Novel. Live-Action and Graphic Novel…together, huh? Indeed, this sci-fi radio thriller comes to life, in a entirely new form!

Keeping Austin weirdly wonderful is Jason Nuelander: local writer, director, producer and self proclaimed Benevolent Supercomputer (at The Robot Planet…of course) has kindly taken the time to give Launch787 readers a little insight into his upcoming opus and a chance for readers to WIN tickets to the opening night festivities.

CONTEST: Enter to win a pair of tickets to see The Intergalactic Nemesis — A Live-Action Graphic Novel, on Friday September 3rd. Simply, go online and follow @intnemesis on twitter and re-tweet this:

RT @launch787 #IntergalacticNemesis “suitable 4 the kid in everyone” Checkout @intnemesis @longcenter on Sept 3-4! http://tiny.cc/intnemesis

(*Winners will be selected within the week!)

Hey Jason! Tell us a little bit about your role in this project? How did you get involved?
Jason: Well, I’m the guy who created the project so I guess I got myself involved. Here’s how it started: back in 1996, a writer and musician named Ray Colgan approached me about an idea for doing “Little Theatre at Little City,” where he worked. He came up with the idea of doing a sci-fi radio drama. That’s when The Intergalactic Nemesis was born. Since then, the show grew: we recorded it at Little City; KUT broadcasted it; we created a new version in 2000 which was popular enough to spawn a sequel in 2001; KUT broadcasted both of those in 2002; in 2005 we created a third part; in 2006 we played Hogg Auditorium at UT (1200 seats), then toured the country for three years, landing back in Austin in 2008 at the Paramount. Then, last year, the folks at the Long Center asked me if I could bring the show to the big hall there. At first, I was hesitant–the radio drama’s visual spectacle was the sound effects which would be hard to see from the back rows of a 2,400-seat space. But then it hit me–what if we combined the comic-book artwork we were creating with the radio drama? This would create a spectacle that could work in such a big venue and would also be something totally new. So, that’s how the Live-Action Graphic Novel was born.

What exactly is The Intergalactic Nemesis, live-action graphic novel? What is it about?
Jason: The year is 1933. Pulitzer-winner Molly Sloan and her intrepid assistant Timmy Mendez have traveled to Transylvania to meet a key contact for a story about illegal pelt-smuggling. As the crackling fireplace warms the room against the blizzard outside, their contact, Vlad, tells them that their story is at a dead end: all the smugglers have either disappeared or been killed by … something. There are rumors of monsters in the Carpathian Mountains.
Sure, this is Transylvania. We’ve all heard stories about vampires, werewolves, goblins. But this time is different.
This time is real.

Vlad hands Molly and Timmy a map of something called the “Central Hive” when suddenly an assassin appears in the doorway and Vlad falls dead, a knife in his back. Almost as suddenly, a mysterious and handsome stranger appears behind the assassin, throws the assassin into the roaring fire and tells Molly and Timmy to run for their lives. Pulitzer-prize-winning reporter Molly Sloan and her assistant Timmy Mendez have stumbled upon the story of the century.

What is the back story? How were the characters developed? Who wrote the story?
Jason: Ray Colgan and I outlined the initial story together and then I brought in three other writers: Jessica Reisman, Julia Edwards, and Lisa D’Amour. The original version was created like an exquisite corpse, with the writers writing to a cliffhanger and then the next writer having to pick it up where it left off. We performed and recorded two episodes a week at Little City and the episodes were literally written the week of the show. So it all happened very quickly. In 2007, however, a writer named Chad Nichols and I worked together to completely rework the show, giving it a more modern feel, cutting out a lot of exposition, and giving it a much quicker pace. Interestingly (at least to me) is that the three main characters were originally named after the actors who played them. Over time, those names evolved, except for the main male hero, Ben Wilcott, who is named after Ben Willcott (note the slight spelling difference in the last names). The real Ben is the head chef and co-owner of Texas French Bread.

Who is the artist behind the action-packed images for this particular show?
Jason: Tim Doyle. He’s amazing. (indeed…so amazing)

How many people would you say are involved in the performance? Who makes up the cast?
Jason: That’s part of what’s so cool about the show. Three actors play the dozens of characters; one Foley artist performs the hundreds of sound effects; and one keyboardist provides the live score. It’s amazing that five people can create so much spectacle!

Is there anything else that you would like to note or promote?
Jason: Yeah! People can buy the actual comic books at the show, along with Zygonian slime, some of the sound effects gadgets, CDs of the radio drama, t-shirts, and silkscreen posters. Also, we’re touring to the Wortham Center in Houston in the Spring.

Are there any special offers?
Jason: Yes! Right now you can buy 4 tickets for the price of three! Click HERE and enter code “NEMESIS” to redeem this impossible-to-believe offer!

Are there any other events that people should know about?
Jason: Yes! We’re doing some signings of the comic-book series at Austin Books and Comics on August 25 from 4 to 7 PM and Book People on August 30 at 6 PM.

Where can people buy tickets?
Jason: Just click the link HERE!

More details about the event can be found here:
http://www.thelongcenter.org/intergalactic_nemesis.aspx

More details about the show itself can be found here:
http://www.theintergalacticnemesis.com

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18. August 2010 by Candace Carlisle.

 reposted from launch787.com

Local jewelry designer/enamel artist opens up her own little boutique. Beloved Austin jewelry designer Leigh Elena Navarro of leighelena recently launched her new store at 1215 Corona Drive, located next to Nomads off Cameron Road. After years of selling her colorful and trendy pieces in retail establishments throughout the United States, including notable outlets such as Fred Segal and over 100 more high-end boutiques across the country, this talented entrepreneur expands her skill set by opening up shop right here in Austin.

Designer leighelena makes all of her jewelry and accessories by hand.

Mixing her own whimsical and bold pieces with other locally made items, this shop contains an absolute treasure chest of amazing goodies. DON’T MISS OUT! This boutique is a true showcase of color, where shoppers can peruse an array of her handcrafted enamel pieces including layered necklaces, a vast variety of pendants, cuffs, rings, and belts galore. Admittedly the favorite accessory in my arsenal of adornment is my very own vegan-leather belt with vivid lime green buckle. Plus, Leigh (with her fabulous eye for style) has hand-picked some of the most amazing jewelry from designers across the country, to fill the small store. In addition to jewelry, this quaint boutique carries all sorts of lovely gifts such as scarves, hand-embroidered tops, candles, organic body care, art, and home accents with the primary focus on only selling hand-crafted items.  Leigh strives to carry lines of product that are exclusive only to her shop. Making this little treasure trove truly a place to unearth some very unique and precious gems.

Leigh adopted this process from her mother who she credits for influencing her decision to become a jewelry designer and also assists Leigh in enameling the pieces. As an endearing and deeply personal touch, Leigh adds a stamp from the collection her grandfather started for her as a child to the back of each piece large enough to accommodate one — making each piece truly unique and one-of-a-kind.

Leigh plans to carry her work over into gallery-inspired wall hangings in the near future, perhaps even selling them exclusively in her shop? For more information or to buy online please visit: www.leighelena.com

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11. August 2010 by Candace Carlisle.

 reposted from launch787.com

Living in a seriously laid back town, flip-flops have very much become a staple to the modern closet. It is refreshing to find a product that is so much more…that it literally brings new meaning to, “the soul of your feet.”

When Kyle Berner, owner of Feelgoodz was 25, he decided to throw some clothes in a backpack and buy a one-way ticket to Thailand to embark upon his often now referred to as, “adventure of a lifetime.” He spent an entire year there, fully immersed, living just like the locals. He learned the difficult and beautiful language and unbeknownst to him at the time created the foundation for a brand new endeavor that would completely change his life. After his amazing year in Thailand ended, Berner decided that he wanted to find a way to give back. “We just had to…”

Kyle, being industrious learned that Thailand is the world’s leading exporter of natural rubber, and because of this vast natural rubber supply, there is excellent quality at an amazing value. Therefore Feelgoodz was able to create some of the most comfortable flip-flops quite possibly in the world at a pretty reasonable price. These flops are made from 100% eco-friendly natural latex rubber harvested from tropical Yang Para trees and come in a variety colors.

Recalling my experience with Kyle, first time meeting then new neighbor and young entrepreneur from New Orleans, almost seven years back while living in some apartments in South Austin, way too terrible to name. Admittedly, Kyle was a great neighbor, perhaps the kind you would want to borrow sugar from or help out building an easy to assemble furniture kit with. Kyle was ALWAYS full of ideas, all sorts of ideas. Little did I know his adventures would lead him down such a promising path.

Kyle along with his generous and hardworking staff at Feelgoodz have been kind enough to offer an amazing chance for you to WIN a few pairs of these sweet flops, as well as a chance to support an amazing cause.

In the true spirit of nourishment, Feelgoodz has launched The 5-5-5 Flip-Flop Feeding Fiesta campaign. For every pair of Flip-Flops sold, 5 children in Thailand will be fed for 1 day.  Feelgoodz is partnering with Green Coop Thailand to provide Fair Trade jasmine rice to children in rural villages.  In addition to providing this nourishment, customers receive $5 off their purchase as well as $5 flat rate shipping. Amazing deal, right?!

The 5-5-5 Flip-Flop Feeding Fiesta shows how a simple purchase can make a difference in the life of a child. Just enter the code FIESTA upon purchase to activate the Fiesta!

CONTEST: To enter to win a pair Feelgoodz flip-flops, simply go online and follow @feelgoodz on twitter and re-tweet this: (*Winners will be selected within the week!)

RT @launch787 – Spread the word: #555FlipFlopFeedingFiesta! Every pair @feelgoodz flip-flops sold, 5 children fed! http://tiny.cc/feelgoodz

Now for a little info on Feelgoodz from owner, Kyle Berner:

Kyle, why did you start FeelGoodz?  What’s your story?
I was a backpacker in Thailand.  I was walking around one of the local markets in Bangkok and my J Crew flops broke.  I stopped to buy new pair, had a lightbulb moment.  I knew I could use sales of flip-flops in the States to funnel margin percentages to support everyday needs in Thailand. And 2 years later, here we are.

Kyle Berner, Owner of Feelgoodz The Eureka Moment — “So, when I was 25, I threw some clothes in a backpack and bought a one-way ticket to Thailand to embark upon the adventure of a lifetime. I spent an entire year there, living like the locals. I ate the delicious local food, learned the difficult – but beautiful – language, and developed lifelong friendships. It was phenomenal…”

Where does the name FeelGoodz come from? What does it mean?
As soon as I put the flip-flops on my feet in that market in Bangkok, the first thing I thought to myself was, “Man, these feel good.”  And I paused for a moment… “They’re my feelgoodz.“  So it is in direct relation to how comfortable the flip-flops are.

What is your vision for the future of your company? Where do you see yourself in ten years?
To become a for-profit social enterprise that uses sales revenues of conscious products as a vehicle for global social empowerment initiatives.  I see us aiding in poverty alleviation, ridding of malaria, supporting micro-finance, encouraging youth entrepreneurship, ending starvation, supplying clean drinking water, etc.  All through sales of conscious products.

What are some of the biggest challenges you have faced in starting your business? and how have you dealt with these challenges? anything you would like to note to other other young entrepreneurs just starting out?
The biggest challenge has been in working with our factory overseas.  Having a true understanding on extraction processes, manufacturing processes, and accurate timelines can be an issue.  My advice is to be as detailed as possible to truly understand your supply chain.

Tell us about how Feelgoodz gives back and your involvement in that?
Our current projects are two-fold.  We provide a means of revenue for Kenyan villagers through our Recycle your unFlops campaign, and we are feeding Thai children through our 5-5-5 Flip-Flop Feeding Fiesta.  The vision is to harness the power of the internet to turn everyday consumers into philanthropists.

Do you feel that the people who purchase your products are beginning to adopt the lifestyle that you have based your business mantra after?

Yes!  I’ll be the first to admit that I’m no environmentalist, but I think it is all about taking small steps in a responsible direction.  Our customers can understand and live the “small steps” approach.

Also would you mind listing a few of your favorite causes that you personally
support?
B Corp, 1% for the Planet, Ashoka

Reading about your “Zero Flip-Flop Waste World” mission has really piqued my interest.  What exactly does the FeelGoodz — “Recycle Your unFlop Campaign”entail and how can people get involved?
People can simply send ANY kind of flip-flops or sandals to our partners’ Alabama warehouse facility.  That partner is Soles4Souls.  They just need to mark their package with “Recycle your Unflops” and S4S will partition accordingly.  In return for their involvement, we offer a $5 recycling credit upon future purchases.

Recycle Your unFlop Campaign –”An unFlop is a flip-flop turned into a work of art, crafted by a Kenyan villager, transforming one man’s trash into another man’s treasure. how can you get involved? If you have some flip-flops you want to recycle, you can either send them to a Soles4Souls DC (www.soles4souls.com), or toss them in a Soles4Souls Collection Bin. Soles4Souls has generously agreed to house the flip-flops for up to one year, and at the end of the year, Feelgoodz will send them to Kenya (yes, Kenya!) to a company called UniquEco, the (flip-flop) recycling company. UniquEco (www.uniqueco-designs.com) will take the unFlops, distribute them to Kenyan villagers, and these villagers will make new eco-boutique items out of them to then use for resale. This creates a much needed source of revenue for Kenyan villagers! So, in essence, the unFlop you recycle will, in turn, provide employment for a Kenyan villager one day. Get involved! twitter — @feelgoodz, Facebook — Feelgoodz, or at http://www.feelgoodz.com!

Lastly, where can we find these fabulously soulful flops?
See a list of our stores online!

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4. August 2010 by Candace Carlisle.

posted from launch787.com

Andrew Warhola, known as Andy Warhol, born August 6, 1928, was described as the bellwether of the art market in his time. Warhol, a household name largely associated with modernism and commonly identified as a great American painter, was also considered to be a leading figure in the visual art movement known as Pop Art. Warhol became famous worldwide not just for his work as a painter, but also for being an avant-garde  filmmaker, record producer, author, and public figure known for his sorted membership to wildly diverse social groups, and consortium with distinguished intellectuals, and celebrities alike. In 1952, the artist debuted with his first individual show at the Hugo Gallery, exhibiting Fifteen Drawings Based on the eccentric writings of  Mr. Truman Capote. Not a bad start…

Warhol went on to create many paintings that remain icons of 20th-century art, such as the Campbell’s Soup Cans, and the Marilyns. Not to mention his underground 16mm film classics, such as Chelsea Girls, Blow Job, and Empire.

In honor this iconographic American Pop artist the kids at Massive Beacon, are hosting a giant Andy Warhol Birthday Bash on Friday, August 6th at the Mohawk. In the tradition of its previous all-out parties like ATX Emerge and Massive Art Attack, Massive Beacon has put together a true night of debauchery.  Those who come out to the event will be treated to a finely tuned sensory overload of bands, DJs, decorations, costumes, interactive art booths and tons of swag.

The event coordinators have taken every step to make sure that Warhol’s spirit is present.  ”We want this to look like a factory event from the old days, but updated, as though they had never stopped throwing parties,” says Clayton Armstrong.

Massive Beacon plans to transform the Mohawk’s upstairs patio into an immersive environment with a throwback to Pop era decor, a photo booth by Trevor Ray Thompson, and live stop-motion animation booth, called The Edge of Imagination Station, created by one of the most unique San Marcos-based inventors of recent years, Johnny Villarreal. In true factory-party form there will be live screen-printing by Austin’s arts enthusiast Twin Villain, in association with (th)ink Tank. In addition to having apparel for sale and printing on-site partygoers can also bring in their own clothing items to print on during the show. With performances from local psyche-rockers Ringo Deathstarr, Hatchet Wound, Politics, and Prayer For Animals, and a DJ set from the always perennially fashionable Team Fabrication.

Be sure to get in your “15 minutes of fame” (*Andy Warhol coined this ubiquitous phrase about each human’s ability to momentarily grasp the ephemeral brass ring of notoriety.) as there will be a factory-person look-a-like contest with a grip of prizes from our sponsors, judged by local socialite, Richard Gonzalez of the blog Ultra8201.

Plan to eat like Manhattanites, with free sausage bites and veggie treats from Frank, Austin’s premier venue for cold beer and artisan sausage.  Those provisions will last until 10:30 (so get there early!), but Massive Beacon will leave the first 250 people through the door with something to take home: $10 gift cards for Frank’s hot dogs. And to top it all off, the Mohawk will be adorned with the trimmings of Warhol’s legendary shindigs: red and silver balloons and stacks of reproduced Brillo boxes.

The party starts at 9 and is $7 with an RSVP at do512.com or $10 at the door. Sponsored by Frank Hot Dogs, Ultra8201, Birds Barbershop, and KVRX 91.7 FM, and is presented by Massive Beacon.

Andy Warhol’s Birthday @ The Mohawk on August 6th

Click here to watch an interview with Andy

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19. January 2010 by Candace Carlisle.

From the mouth of Tolly Moseley….the talented red headed vixen is up to her amazing party tricks again…..

{Who has a weakness for vintage clothing, dance parties, cupcakes and alcohol?  You?  Me?  Let’s dance.

Friends!  If you are in the Austin-and-surrounding area, the lovely Sarah Dean from The Year of Living Thriftily and I are putting on a par-tay.  The Austin Rock N’ Swap is designed to benefit your wardrobe, your dance moves, and the Earf!  Let me just break down this awesomeness one piece at a time:

CLOTHING SWAP.  You bring 10 gently-used pieces of garment magic to the Austin Rock N’ Swap, you get 10 pieces of clothing (or jewelry, accessories, shoes) in return.  No clothes (perhaps you are walking around naked)?  No problem: $5 will secure your entry.

POP-UP SHOPS. If you bring a little extra folding money, you get to peruse two ever-so-lovely pop-up shops by Laced With Romance and Magnolia Family Vintage.

DRANK. Treaty Oak Rum!

CUPCAKES. The Cupcake Bar will be there giving away samples of their famous confections.  In true vintage style, they will have nostalgic candy toppings for your cake!

MUSIC. By two hot men, Businessman DJ’s.  Go give their mix “It’s Gonna Be Awesome” a listen, as it basically describes how I feel about everything.

This is all happening Saturday, January 30, from 6-10pm.  RSVP here for guaranteed entry!  Because once we hit capacity, we have to close this baby up, and then you will be sad.  Visit our Facebook invite too, and scheme with your friends for fashion swap ideas.

So….I cannot even tell you how excited I am about this.  (Are you noting the exclamation points exploding from this post?) Sarah and I met years ago when I was interviewing her for a story in Rare, and since then have been good buddies!  Today, she is a vintage stylist for a variety of shoots and magazines, including one of my faves, Boho.  Check out her wonderful post on the event here, and also be on the lookout for “swap pointers.” }

with poster design by yours truely!

So come on out and get your swap on.

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4. December 2009 by Candace Carlisle.

For over thirty years, the Austin Visual Arts Association (AVAA) has supported area artists behind the scenes and behind the canvas by organizing weekly classes to foster artistic talents, arranging discussion panels to encourage conversations about art, and assembling exhibits to give exposure to deserving artists. Tonight, AVAA will host the first ever Austin Visual Arts Awards to recognize the many talented creatives that call Austin home. The awards ceremony will take place at the Austin Museum of Art Downtown beginning at 7pm. Tickets to the awards may be purchased online or at the door for $25.00 - admission includes a cocktail reception and networking event.

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16. October 2009 by Candace Carlisle.

(FILL IN THE BLANK) The most unique answer gets two tickets to the Mixx Make event/Halloween party on the 24th. http://www.mixxmake.com

It was a dark and _____ night when the ____ ringing of the ____ awoke them. There was only heavy breathing on the other end of the line. “Who is this? Why are you calling me?” The creepy ________ voice said, __________ and Happy Halloween you ________.

*Simply email your response to thebuzz@electricpromotions.com*

October 16th, 2009 (Austin, TX) – On Saturday, October 24th Electric Promotions and TwoGroove are joining forces to create a spooky smorgasbord of fun. With awesome crafts, great music, delicious treats, amazing giveaways, and much more.

Taking visual cues from the Day of the Dead, this celebration will be nothing short of a creative blast with plenty of crafty goodness, skulls, and ghoulish treats. Watch a special screening of Army of Darkness while grooving to the sweet sounds of Focus Group, Panjoma, and the fabulous Team Fabrication DJs. Create DIY Halloween masks with The WonderCraft including special decorative treats from Sublime Stitching. Participate in a gummy bat/worm eating contest with the winner taking home VIP passes to one of the coolest Halloween events this year: Flip Scene’s Halloween Bash 2009! presented by Cherrypeel.com. Nibble on edible eyeballs and tasty coffin cake from Blue Note Bakery and quench your devilish thirst with red rum compliments of Treaty Oak. To top all that off, there will also be a guitar giveaway. That’s right one lucky person will go home with a brand new guitar!

Costumes are “encouraged and possibly rewarded”…but optional, either way be sure to jump in the photo-booth by Trevor Ray Thompson.  Cool giveaways and great prizes are in store! Like gift certificates to Bird’s Barbershop, passes to see Evil Dead the Musical at the Salvage Vanguard Theater, and more…

Entry is $6 (if you RSVP at www.mixxmake.com) or $8 at the door. The first 50 people through the door get a special treat including something from those thoughtful guys at Yelp.

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11. October 2009 by admin.

Beard Folks Art Show at Austin Handmade on October 16th, 6:30-9:30pm

This Friday is Austin Handmade’s last shindig as they will be closing their doors come November 1st. The Beard Folks Art Show will feature an interactive photo-booth by Corinne Loperfido, bearded art by Allyson Lipkin, and many more. DIY demos by The WonderCraft & music by Team Fabrication DJs.

Raffle & Giveaways throughout the night from the coolest barbershop in Austin (Bird’s)! *This event is free to the public. 

Raffle & Giveaways throughout the night. *This event is free to the public.

www.austinhandmade.com

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5. October 2009 by admin.

Art Outside 2009 | 3-Day Art & Music Festival Lineup

Texas’ most unique art and music event, ART OUTSIDE, is pleased to announce the full lineup for the upcoming 2009 festival .

The 2009 Art Outside festival presented by Art Seen Alliance is now in its fifth year. It will be held on the sprawling grounds of Apache Pass just east of Austin, Texas on Friday, October 9th to Sunday, the 11th.  Art Outside offers an exciting three-day camping experience.  With full camping facilities and beautiful central Texas landscape, Apache Pass allows families, small parties, and singles to enjoy an all-out art and music celebration during the day, and sleep under the stars at night.

Featuring musicians like Wine and Revolution, Suzanna Choffel, Freq Nasty and 62 other acts across three stages, over 100 visual artists ranging from photographers to jewelry-designers, film shorts by Austin Underground Film Society, on-site yoga and acrobatic training, DIY craft demos by The Wonder Craft, fashion show by Rene Geneva, fire dancing performances and much more, Art Outside is an unforgettable, full-sensory art adventure. Art Outside also makes a special effort to reach out to families, and will offer interactive earth-friendly projects, storytelling, and a variety of arts and crafts workshops for children at this year’s event.

Since its inception in 2004, Art Outside has played a significant role in shaping Texas’ vibrant art and music community.  By moving creative works from inside gallery walls to an outdoor setting with open sky and wild environs, Art Outside challenges guests to rethink the way they view art, fostering an environment where no genre is off-limits, no medium left unexplored.

SITE INFORMATION:

Gates open Friday, October 9th at noon.  All children 12 and under will receive free admission. In addition to camp ground privileges for full-weekend participants, Apache Pass offers RV parking and on-site shower facilities for guests, as well as music performance areas, a cantilevered stage over the San Gabriel river, and tents for participating artists and attendees.

2009 ART OUTSIDE 3-DAY ART & MUSIC FESTIVAL LINEUP

Visual Artists (All 3 Days):

Kristen Woo/photography - Kimberly Woo/photography - Marc Cooper/installation - Jennifer Alt/mixed media - Jamie Panzer/installation - Marco Valenzuela/3D imagery - Jay MacLeish/ice sculpture - Georgia Van Gunten – mixed media, spoken word - Thomas Britton/painting - Jason Sedillos/illustration - Esther Garcia/photography - James Plata/painting - Grace Manley/fashion - Rene Geneva Design/fashion - Trisha Kummer/installation - Roque Mendez/painting - Molly Rogers/video projection - Albert Deloach – projection - Scott Specht – 3D - abstract city model - Leila Hijazi/mixed media - Kati Evans/jewelry - Chad Rittenberry/installation - Katie Rose Pipkin/painting - Lisa Chouinard/handmade soap - John Goode/mixed media - Steve Weber/drawing/painting & sculpture - Chesley Williams/installation – Sunny White/handmade aprons - Ronald Moses/leather art - Greater Austin Garbage Arts/recycled art gallery - Sarah Shafer/sculpture – Amy Auchey/painting - Jessica Edberg/painting - Sara Hasslinger/Monsterlove mask making & performance - James Farias/installation - Wesley Bellanca/mixed media - Kesley White/headwear - Austin White/photography - David Garcia/painting - Casey War/sculpture - Jason Mika/installation, projection - Laura Lea Nalle/installation - Joe Wood/illustration - Eric and Angelique Pearson/sculpture - Alberto Penuelaz/photography - Darren Minke/mixed media, installation - Joshua Meadow/sculpture - David Fincher/installation - Mike Robbins/mixed media - Kanya Lyons/stop motion animation - Joseph Santandrea/sculpture, installation - Preston W. Riggs/installation - Jimmy Kuehnle – sculpture - Ethan Azarian/painting - Silvana Vienne – painting - A.R. Santiago-Aguirre/painting - Danielle Mika/painting - Aaron Geiser/photography - TattooSue McQueen/Henna art - LeAnne Coggin/headwear - Baruzula Hutchings/fashion - Sarah Waite/stationery & greeting cards - Aidan Liller/recycled wearables - Kari Stringer/recycled jewelry - Kendrick Corp/painting - Valkyrie Lang/handcrafted bodycare products - Helen Wheeler-Shaw/mixed media - Chia Guillory/fashion - Mary Hess/glass artist - Lisa Lawler/fashion - Andre Olivier/jewelry - Samuel Ladach-Bark/screen printing - Industry Print Shop/screen printing - Ginny Wegener/prints, fashion accessories - Janean Johnson – fashion - Lydia Fiedler/handmade cards and collage - Amy Murphy/handmade house wares - Olivia Weathers Witkop/jewelry - Danelle Cass/jewelry - Carl Witkop/ceramics - Daniella Valerio/mixed media - Edson Enriquez/jewelry - Lisa Herrington/painting - Handmade Collective/printed shirts and bags - Wings of Addiction/vintage and recycled jewelry - Travis Bush/mixed media - Brooke MacFarlane/jewelry, painting - Emily McClosky/glass art - Chelsea Hostetter/prints, handmade books, hand-blown glass - Todd Shepherd/mixed media - Carmen Johnson/painting - Ashley Larson – headwear - Lorraine Bier/silk scarves - Ken Chicosky/painting - Matthew Cuellar/mixed media

Friday Oct 9th – MUSIC - 3 Stages: (band, DJ & variety)

Acid Tomb - The Little Gentlemen - The Boxing Lesson - Frantic Clam - Astronaut Suit - Smoke and Feathers - Cartright - Shapes Have Fangs - Ocha la Rocha - The Warlocks - DJ Bigface - Stefanko Selecta - Resident Anti-Hero - Fort Knox Five – Manny - Happy James - Neptune - Mad Happy (Sunset) - Shimmering war Choir - Sangre Del Sol presents - Adira Amram - DC Juicy - Reggie Watts - Helios Jive

Friday - Comedy & Film:

Mocha Jean Herrup - Kerri Lendo - Suddenly Dapper - Lost Film Festival - Austin Underground Film Festival

Saturday Oct 10th – music - 3 Stages: (band, DJ & variety)

Wine and Revolution - Framing Strangers - Planet Rye Co - Damon Moon - The Chibas - Golden Animals - Amplified Heat - Y - Lower Heaven - Woven Bones - The Vandelles - Dead Meadow - John Gomi - Aaron Anthony - iiiTawk - Oscure - Know One/Souleye - Freq Nasty – Jantsen – Neptune - Sensei Strange - The Back Pockets - Mad Happy – Cohen - Helios Jive - Dolomites/Stevhen Iancu - Fashion Show (Pavilion) - Scientists & Rockstars - Death is not a joyride – Firegroove - DMT - Hipnautica

Saturday – Workshops:

Yoga - CrossFit and Parkour - Improvisation Dance - Aerial and Acro Training - Hula Hooping/ Superhoopers - Anda Mandala/Stop Motion Animation - Fankamentals/Hip Hop - Poi Spinning - Recycled Art Making/Art Ninjas - GAGA Clothing Swap - Shire/eco workshops - WonderCraft/craft making

Saturday – Fashion Show:

Grace Manley - Rene Geneva Design - Chia Guillory - Baruzula Hutchings -  Lisa Lawler

Saturday – Comedy & film:

Confidence Men - Max Amini - & Special Guests - Elevate Film Festival

Sunday Oct 11th – music - 3 Stages: (band, DJ & variety)

Deacon Willie - Wendy Colonna - Suzanna Choffel - Dave Madden - Sideshow Tragedy - Geronimo son - James Moran - The Lovers – Cohen

Sunday – Workshops:

Yoga - Crossfit and Parour - Aerial and Acro Training - Hula Hooping/Superhoopers - Anda Mandala/Stop Motion Animation - Kitchen Sink Film Making - Accordion –Why would you want to? - Discover What’s Stopping You - Recycled Art Making/Art Ninjas - GAGA Clothing Swap - Shire/eco workshops - WonderCraft/craft making

Check out the full lineup here: www.artoutside.org (*subject to changes & modifications.)

Tickets for the 2009 5th annual Art Outside website are on sale now, tickets will sell fast, so reserve your spot for Art Outside today: http://tiny.cc/6WUkY

EARLY PASSES: $29.00 / 1-DAY PASS - $50.00 / 3-DAY PASS - $75 / RV 3-DAY PASS

Experience the art, OUTSIDE!
The AO09 Team | Art Seen Alliance
www.artseenalliance.com

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16. September 2009 by Candace Carlisle.

Feeling crafty?  We are! Join us this Saturday, September 19th from 7pm-12am, at the We Make Stuff…music, art, & fashion show presented by Electric Promotions. It will be a bash bursting at the handmade seams. Fashionistas, mad crafters, music lovers and skateboarders will converge at The Scoot Inn for a completely one-of-a-kind party – the kind where you can design your own t-shirt, take in a band and see a fashion show.We Make Stuff attendees will enjoy music from local rockstars like Hollywood Gossip at 10:30, Lost Werks at 8:30, and Panjoma at 9:30. Watch models strut the runway in a fashion show featuring kicky designs by Tara Tonini, Jinxedaposed Clothing, Malissa Long, accessory designer Dainty Daisy Creations, and talented handbag designer *annemarie*. Models Ruby Joule, Coco Lectric, Goldie Candela, and Pearl Lux of The Jigglewatts, AFAW nominee Haley Penlaber, and fab members of the Lonestar Roller Girls work their walks for these designers, who have been featured everywhere from Austin Fashion Awards to the Modish Blog. Event and fashion photography by John Pesina.

Siren’s Salon & Electra Beauty Lounge will be styling up the runway with outstanding up-do’s and make-up for the We Make Stuff show. Shop cool vendors like SweetWolf, Chels-E.com, Peace Boutique, April Wright Design, Vintage Rehab, Merrit Gade, Nepenthe’s Bathtime, Dainty Daisy Creations, *annemarie*, maneki, Ape-Gear, Wings of Addiction, Diamonds and Guns by Action Jackson, & DevilGirl Design. Be sure to rock out your style at the event in the photo booth by Trevor Ray Thompson. After you capture the moment, check out the half-pipe and rad skateboard demos provided by the guys at Find n’ Grind skate shop.

We Make Stuff wouldn’t be complete without indulging your own crafty creativity, would it? Stop by the Team Etsy Austin booth to get your own “I make stuff” t-shirt, then dive into make n’ take projects with fabulous ladies of The WonderCraft, recently featured in Austin Monthly. Screen your own shirt design with new screen shop, Under Pressure, and reward yourself with tasty (and complimentary) treats from Nadamoo and Treaty Oak Rum.

And finally, because we know Austinites are not only wild crafters but discerning art critics too, we invite you to be our official skateboard art judges! Check out hand-painted and crafted skateboard decks by amazing designers and artists like Jason Silver, Tom Cox, Anne Genung, Wendy Offield, Candace Carlisle, Sara Hasslinger and many more. After tallying your votes, we’ll reward the winners with gift baskets filled with local goodies, art supplies, and the opportunity to be featured in a future gallery showcase.

Proceeds from the We Make Stuff raffle will benefit Art From the Streets (AFTS). Art From the Streets is a non-profit, volunteer-driven art class program that provides a safe and encouraging environment where the positive spirit of homeless people is nurtured through artistic expression. Win cool items while helping a great cause: like a gift certificate to Yoga Yoga, gift certificate to Uchi, tickets to see Rob Dickenson at Mixx sponsored by TwoGroove, tickets to see the Trey Mcintyre Project & DJ Spooky, subscription to Cantanker Magazine, original print by Allyson Lipkin, membership to Mexic-arte Museum & Women & their Work, vouchers to the Alamo Drafthouse, signed copy of Jennifer Perkin’s Naughty Secretary Club book & Jenny Hart’s Embroidered Effects and much more.

The first 100 people to arrive at The Scoot Inn will receive a special We Make Stuff goody bag, filled with one-of-a-kind crafts and reusable items.

Get your craft on, Austin. For more information, please visit http://www.wemakestuff.us/
Thanks!

Electric Promotions

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