Thank you to all of the amazing and wonderful applicants who expressed interest in our Summer show.

Below is the list of selected artists:
Twozdai Hulse:                    http://www.twozdai.com
Sharon Matsumoto Ebbo:    http://www.madmanfunnies.com
Brent Osborne:                    http://www.brentosborne.com
Alexandra Harvey:               http://www.aliphotography.com
Molly Bennett:                     http://www.mollybennett.com
David Ho:                           http://flickr.com/photos/natala/127484652/
Joan Sammon:                    no website - you'll have to come out to see her work!

Alexandra Harvey

Photographer/Digital Artist

 

Embracing a deep respect and acknowledgement of nature and the life force in which all resides has brought forth my vision. I started to seek the company of the natural world and gradually came to experience it as 'home'. 

 

I am often asked about the technical aspects of my nature photography.  My art wouldn’t be a passion without my 4x5 view camera.  View cameras offer little to no automation:  And yet it is this very lack of technological takeover, which makes 4x5 so attractive. Devoid of all this technology, ignored by computerized takeover, the 4x5 is left very much like what it was a 100 years ago. This process dictates a slow and thoughtful workflow, yet it allows me to take advantages of the high level of control offered by the medium.  It allows me to create the photographs exactly how I envision them.

 

After scanning in the film however, digital technology plays a big part in my process and allows me to express myself without boundary or limitation. This means I can create detailed, inconceivably colorful scenes that bring my vision to life.

 

I hope you all take pleasure in my work and I look forward to producing many more prints for your future enjoyment.

 

-Alexandra Harvey

 

www.aliphotography.com

Artreach, a project of the Shunpike, is seeking artists for its new show Truth or Dare

Artreach is a non-profit arts organization that aims to increase demand for art among young professionals in King County by promoting approachable art.
What is approachable art?

• High quality original art that fits in the budget. High quality art doesn't always mean oil painting on large canvas. It can also mean a small study, a sketch of a future painting, or a photograph taken on vacation
• Art showcased in a way that helps viewers appreciate it. The story behind an art piece helps establish a personal connection between the viewer and the artist.
• Art presented in a social party atmosphere that removes the barriers between the viewer and the art.
• Art that can be easily set up at home.

REQUIREMENTS FOR SUBMISSION
• All types of visual art are welcome
• Art must be for sale, suggested price must be included
• At least 25% of art submitted must be under $200 (no restriction on size or medium used)
• All submissions must be sent in digital form to artreachseattle@gmail.com
• Date for submission: June 25th, 2006
• No limit on number of submissions
• Living in King County, WA
• No cost for applying

CRITERIA FOR SELECTION
• Quality of execution
• Approachability (see above)
• Relevance to the theme

PARTICIPATING IN THE EXHIBITION
Artist whose work has been accepted for exhibition will be notified by June 30th, 2006. If accepted, artists will be asked to pay $50 to help us provide:
• Exhibition space
• Help with install/deinstall
• Marketing/PR
• Opening reception
All sale proceeds go directly to the artist. Artreach does not charge a commission on the artwork sold.

INFORMATION ON EXHIBITION
Date: July 25th, 7PM--11PM at SeeSound Lounge

The Shunpike Arts Collective strengthens the Seattle arts community by partnering with artists to more effectively present and distribute their work.

<drumroll please>

ArtReach Seattle announces "Truth or Dare"

What? Our 4th art party!
Where? See Sound Lounge
115 Blanchard St, Seattle WA
When? Tuesday, July 25, 2006 @ 7:00 PM

Do you play... or do you search? Do you don your palladium armor to quest out in search of noble Truth, or do you Dare to play the game of life naked and carefree? Do you mouth lipstick words of longing lust in your mirror, mirror on the wall, or do you kneel reverent before your bed at night to pray for the peace of the world? Is it all an intricate riddle or just a cosmic joke? Dare to tell the Truth, or be True to your Dare, come and make your choice...

TRUTH

• Please join us at "truth or dare" an art party hosted by Artreach Seattle.
• Our play pad is See Sound lounge (21+, no smoking) .
• Happy hour is in effect 'til 10:00pm.
• Artists announced on July 1st.
• You are getting this special invitation thanks to your interest in our last party.

DARE

• There will be two signature cocktails: truth and dare. You decide.
• Art auction? possibly.
• Come for the food, drinks, friends (ours or your own), and art.
• Who knows, you may like one enough to take home....

Artreach, a project of the Shunpike, is a non-profit organization that aims to grow demand for art among young professionals in the Seattle area. To engage the audiences, we showcase art in a social party atmosphere. We hope to increase demand for high-quality, original art by making it more approachable.

Artreach Seattle
Samantha, Steve, Jason, Brendan, Natala, Ruthie, and Phil.