Indie Biz of the Week and more

INDIE BIZ OF THE WEEK
Well it has been a couple of weeks since i updated this bog...I apologize... I have been busy installing the latest Blankspace show and revamping the gallery store with new items and lovely objects.

So instead of featuring just one Indie Biz, I would like to showcase some of my favorite EastBay vintage stores, in no particular order.

Each is great in its own way. But I would like to add that I have found that I have found from experience that Twisters is great for shoes and A-line dresses, and that Pretty Penny has great 70's everything- I purchased more than a few great belts from there...and Premium has great prices...

All of these places are on the list because at one time or another I have found something awesome AND the people behind the counter were always nice to me...bonus.

First, on San Pablo @ Dwight there is a cluster of great vintage clothing stores (called the EastBay Style Collective), Twisters Vintage, Dolled up and Icon.

Down at Lulu's
6603 Telegraph Avenue
(at 66th St)
Oakland, CA 94609
(510) 601-0964

www.downatlulus.com/

Pretty Penny
5488 College Ave
(between Forest St & Lawton Ave)
Oakland, CA 94618
(510) 594-9219

prettypennyclothing.com

Premium Tattoo and Vintage
4130 Broadway
(between 41st St & Ridgeway Ave)
Oakland, CA 94611
(510) 922-8901
http://www.myspace.com/premiumtattooandvintage

Brownies Vintage
2001 Milvia St
(between Addison St & University Ave)
Berkeley, CA 94704
(510) 548-5955

brownies-vintage.com

WHAT'S UP AT BLANKSPACE
"just because there are questions doesn't mean there are answers"

new collaborative work by
Sam Lopes, Joy Fritz and Friends

June 5 - July 5, 2009

First Friday reception:

July 3rd 7-10pm

“Just because there are questions, doesn’t mean there are answers” is a project inspired by a game of copy cat - where each artist tries to emulate one another’s style. The exhibition includes work by Joy Fritz, Sam Lopes, Matthew Momchilov, Matthew Pawlowski.

The exhibition of drawings and largescale wooden and paper mache artifacts are a result of the artists’ use of a game to stay inspired and connected to their queer histories and futures, of laughing in spite of deep pain, and constantly, creatively UNdefining themselves so that there are more questions and less answers.

BLANKSPACE HAS NEW GALLERY HOURS: THURS-SUN 12-6pm


GALLERY STORE PROJECT SPACE

Spirit Orb Color Field
an installation by Emily Sevier

Emily Sevier has created an installation of fabric spirit orbs influenced by the chromatic explorations of the Color Field painters and by the graphic color patterns of the 1960s. The soft and floppy felt orbs radiate a bright energy welcoming the viewer from a homespun portal to the otherworld.

Along with the sculpture she is showing some great new drawings. Not to miss!!
JUNE 5- JULY 5, 2009
opening reception: JUNE 5th, 7-10pm
First Friday Reception: JULY 3rd 7-10pm

COMMUNITY BOARD
OPEN CALL

21 Grand is doing its first ever juried exhibition - the theme is "Wrong"

Jurors: Svea Lin Vezzone and Misako Inaoka

This exhibition is open to all genres including visual art (video, installation, painting, sculpture, drawing, photo, etc), sound/audio, performance-based disciplines, social practice projects and hybrid forms. Proposals for new projects and collaborative works are welcome.

Entry fee is $15
Deadline for entries: received by 6PM, Friday, July 17, 2009.
More info here:
http://www.21grand.org/wpress/?p=46

ART IN THE BOX
Subscribe to The Compound Gallery’s Art in a Box!

Each month you will receive a new piece of fine art by a different artist. Give the GIFT of ART for someone special or for yourself. By subscribing, you receive high quality works worth much more than the subscription cost AND you support local artists AND The Compound Gallery!

Our 11 featured artists are talented and creative individuals that create amazing and collectible, marvelous works of art. All artwork will be accompanied by the artist’s bio and will be contained in an 11” x 17” x 3” box.

FEATURED ARTISTS: Adrian Van Allen Audrey Roy Ben Belknap Crystal Morey Eric Sanchez Kerri Lee Johnson Lena Verderano Reynoso Matt Reynoso Obi Kaufmann Tallulah Terryll YaChin Bonny You

Indie Biz of the Week and more

INDIE BIZ OF THE WEEK
Brown Sugar Kitchen in West Oakland.

I drive by this cute triangle shaped restaurant all the time on Mandela Parkway. When I lived in the neighborhood the building was vacant, then it was a series of unsuccessful restaurants...but I think Brown Sugar has found the right recipe for success.

Admittedly I have not even been into the location yet...but I attended the **Oakland Indie Awards this past Friday and had the pulled pork sandwich they were serving and it melted in my mouth, the flavors were strong, but not over powering and the smell of the sandwich made my mouthwater from across the building.

The next day I was talking to an artist Tellulah Terryll who works at Magnolia Editions located right in the neighborhood. She eats there all the time and she told me the Mac & Cheese is the best she ever had, and if that is not enough to entice you, they serve beignets.

I love Mac & Cheese and beignets and after that pulled pork sandwich experience I will be heading over to Brown Sugar Kitchen very soon.

Brown Sugar Kitchen
2534 Mandela Pkwy (between 26th St & Campbell St)
Oakland, CA 94607
(510) 839-7685
www.brownsugarkitchen.com
Hours: Tues-Sat 7am - 3pm, Sunday 8am-3pm

**(if you have never attended this annual event is the best Oakland feel good event around, great food, vendors and vibe...and Blankspace was nominated in 2 categories this year... this event reminds me of why I choose to live and have a business in Oakland, it rocks!!!)



WHAT'S UP AT BLANKSPACE
Cal Jam Too curated by Keith Boadwee
May 1 - May 24, 2009
Blankspace is proud to present another dynamic group show of emerging Bay Area artists curated by Keith Boadwee. When it comes to bringing together new talent, Boadwee always delivers the goods. His shows have historically delivered a mixture of cheekiness, intelligence and conceptual potence.

This year's exhibit is no different.

Artists: Chris Hood, Kevin Hauser, Sean Niesen, MUISTARDEAUX COLLECTIVE, Jee Kim, Ace Lehner, Matt Gordon, Sean Leake, Isaac Grey, Eduardo Gomez, Maggie Haas, Carmen Winant, Calvin Trezise, Gareth Spor, Matthew Waldbillig, Matthew Hughes Boyko, Project Space featured installation by-Brandon Olsen

BLANKSPACE HAS NEW GALLERY HOURS: THURS-SUN 12-6pm


COMMUNITY BOARD
ART IN THE BOX
Subscribe to The Compound Gallery’s Art in a Box!

Each month you will receive a new piece of fine art by a different artist. Give the GIFT of ART for someone special or for yourself. By subscribing, you receive high quality works worth much more than the subscription cost AND you support local artists AND The Compound Gallery!

Our 11 featured artists are talented and creative individuals that create amazing and collectible, marvelous works of art. All artwork will be accompanied by the artist’s bio and will be contained in an 11” x 17” x 3” box.

FEATURED ARTISTS: Adrian Van Allen Audrey Roy Ben Belknap Crystal Morey Eric Sanchez Kerri Lee Johnson Lena Verderano Reynoso Matt Reynoso Obi Kaufmann Tallulah Terryll YaChin Bonny You

Open call opportunity, indie biz of the week and more...

OPEN CALL OPPORTUNITY
Oakland Art Gallery and Pro Arts Present
Bay Area Currents 2009
Selections by Kevin B. Chen, Intersection for the Arts
Oakland Art Gallery and Pro Arts Present
BAY AREA CURRENTS 2009
Selections by Kevin B. Chen, Intersection for the Arts

Registration Deadline: May 15, 2009
Studio Visits: May 29 - 31, 2009
Exhibition: June 23 - July 24, 2009

click HERE to register online

Juror: Kevin B. Chen has been involved in the San Francisco Bay Area arts community for over 15 years as a curator, arts administrator, and visual artist. He has been the Program Director for the Visual Arts, Literary Series, and Jazz at Intersection at the Intersection for the Arts since 1998. He has served on selection panels for Creative Capital Foundation, San Francisco Arts Commission Cultural Equity Grants and Public Art Programs, City of San Jose Cultural Affairs Office, Alameda County Arts Commission, Arts Council Silicon Valley, WORKS/San Jose, San Francisco Recycling & Disposal, Inc., and the Headlands Center for the Arts. He has served on the Community Advisory Board of the San Francisco Art Institute, the Board of Directors for San Francisco Camerawork and Locus Arts, and currently serves on the Program Committee for the Headlands Center for the Arts and the Artist In Residence Program Advisory Board for San Francisco Recycling & Disposal, Inc.

Eligibility

Artists must live or have a studio in one of the 9 Bay Area Counties. Studio visits are scheduled May 29, 30, and 31. Artists or representatives must be available during the scheduled time.

How do I apply?

Standard entries must be submitted online. Works in all media are accepted. New media will only be accepted by mail.
For best results images should be sized to 800 x 800 pixels per inch and at a resolution of 72.

Submission & Fees: Basic entry fee includes up to 3 submissions, additional submissions are $5 each. Five (5) submission max per artist. No refunds. Online Registration: $25 basic entry fee + any additional submission fees + applicable membership. Participating artists must have current Pro Arts membership through July 24, 2009. Visual Aid vouchers accepted.


Completed Entries Include:

1. Completed Entry Form click HERE to register online
2. Up to 5 images
3. Artist Statement: The statement must be no longer than one page. Include your name and contact information on the top.
4. Entry Fees

click HERE to register online
Deadline for entries: May 15, 2009

Click here for the Pro Arts Gallery Open Call page with online registration
form and more info.

WHAT'S UP AT BLANKSPACE

Cal Jam Too
curated by Keith Boadwee

May 1 - May 24, 2009

Blankspace is proud to present another dynamic group show of emerging Bay Area artists curated by Keith Boadwee.

When it comes to bringing together new talent, Boadwee always delivers the goods. His shows have historically delivered a mixture of cheekiness, intelligence and conceptual potence. This year's exhibit is no different.

Artists: Chris Hood, Kevin Hauser, Sean Niesen, MUISTARDEAUX COLLECTIVE, Jee Kim, Ace Lehner, Matt Gordon, Sean Leake, Isaac Grey, Eduardo Gomez, Maggie Haas, Carmen Winant, Calvin Trezise, Gareth Spor, Matthew Waldbillig, Matthew Hughes Boyko, Project Space featured installation by-Brandon Olsen

BLANKSPACE HAS NEW GALLERY HOURS: THURS-SUN 12-6pm

INDIE BIZ OF THE WEEK
Pastime Ace Hardware in El Cerrito.

This Ace Hardware has been family run for over 40 years and this neighborhood institution has many things going for it. Top on the list is their great customer service, there is always someone to (happily) help you if needed. They also have convenient and fun price check machines everywhere, so if you can't wait for a salesperson or want to play ( I confess I love to use those machines, it reminds me of being a child and playing pretend grocery store)...

Beyond the customer service, this family run store is clean and has a great housewares department,a great lighting department and they carry many ramdom hardware store items, which is perfect for me as an artist. I love to wander the aisles and think about how I can use these mystery items.

Pastime Ace Hardware
10057 San Pablo Ave
El Cerrito, CA 94530

(510) 526-6615

Hours: Mon-Fri. 7:30 a.m. - 9:00 p.m., Sat-Sun. 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

COMMUNITY BOARD

ART IN THE BOX

Subscribe to The Compound Gallery’s Art in a Box!

Each month you will receive a new piece of fine art by a different artist.

Give the GIFT of ART for someone special or for yourself. By subscribing, you receive high quality works worth much more than the subscription cost AND you support local artists AND The Compound Gallery! Our 11 featured artists are talented and creative individuals that create amazing and collectible, marvelous works of art. All artwork will be accompanied by the artist’s bio and will be contained in an 11” x 17” x 3” box.

FEATURED ARTISTS:

Adrian Van Allen
Audrey Roy
Ben Belknap
Crystal Morey
Eric Sanchez
Kerri Lee Johnson
Lena Verderano Reynoso
Matt Reynoso
Obi Kaufmann
Tallulah Terryll
YaChin Bonny You

Indie Biz of the Week...open calls and more

Lets get to it.

INDIE BIZ OF THE WEEK
Remedy Salon is located on 65 St in Emeryville.

Remedy is a cute salon located right around the corner for Blankspace. I have to admit I have known about this salon for a while now, I walk past it almost on a daily basis when walking my dogs. But for a long time I had a great hairstylist, so when she moved away...I was sad..and avoided going through the search of finding a new hairdresser for a long time (a process that is akin to finding a good mechanic or a new doctor).

Finally, I decided to try Remedy and since I had heard good things about Lona I made an appointment with her. I have to say I was nervous...well Lona was great! She was friendly, but not too talkative ( I like a friendly hairddresser, but I think there is a time for cutting and a time for talking)..she had the right amount of banter, enough to make me feel comfortable.

Cutting to the chase- Lona did a great haircut, the salon is small and comfortable, the other stylists all seemed nice and the prices are reasonable. I will be going back.

Remedy Salon

1195 65th St
(between San Pablo Ave & Vallejo St)
Emeryville, CA 94608
(510) 547-5000

www.remedysalon.com

WHAT'S UP AT BLANKSPACE

Cal Jam Too
curated by Keith Boadwee

May 1 - May 24, 2009

Blankspace is proud to present another dynamic group show of emerging Bay Area artists curated by Keith Boadwee.

When it comes to bringing together new talent, Boadwee always delivers the goods. His shows have historically delivered a mixture of cheekiness, intelligence and conceptual potence. This year's exhibit is no different.

Artists: Chris Hood, Kevin Hauser, Sean Niesen, MUISTARDEAUX COLLECTIVE, Jee Kim, Ace Lehner, Matt Gordon, Sean Leake, Isaac Grey, Eduardo Gomez, Maggie Haas, Carmen Winant, Calvin Trezise, Gareth Spor, Matthew Waldbillig, Matthew Hughes Boyko, Project Space featured installation by-Brandon Olsen

BLANKSPACE HAS NEW GALLERY HOURS: THURS-SUN 12-6pm

COMMUNITY BOARD

Open Call

Oakland Art Gallery and Pro Arts Present
Bay Area Currents 2009
Selections by Kevin B. Chen, Intersection for the Arts

Deadline for entries: May 15, 2009

Click here for the Pro Arts Gallery Open Call page with online registration
form and more info.

Indie Biz of the Week..and other updates

Lets get to it.

INDIE BIZ OF THE WEEK
Sweet Adeline Bakeshop is located on Adeline St @ 63rd St. in Berkeley.

This is a very cute and unpretentious little bakery. Lena (co-owner of The Compound Gallery) and I took a walk around our neighborhood this week and decided to make Sweet Adeline our destination. When we arrived after a pleasant stroll, we were hungry and ready for some good coffee. I ordered from their wall menu that changes daily with specials for sandwiches, quiche and soup. I ordered the turkey sandwich on their freshly baked focaccia bread. This was, I have to say, a spectacular sandwich-just the right amount of every ingredient-turkey, roasted tomatoes, and thinly sliced baby new potatoes with lettuce and dressing...yummy. Lena ordered the vegetarian friendly soup that came with croutons. Both meals were yum.

The pleasure did not end with the sandwich and coffee, I decided to try their macaron cookie that was filed with a blossoming orange butter cream-really? This cookie was to die for. Not only was it light and tasty, but the orange blossom taste stayed in your mouth like a taste explosion. When we left to continue our stroll I still had the pleasant aftertaste in my mouth. So, so, so tasty.

The whole meal was a winner, not something you can often say about the many Cafes that pepper the East Bay landscape. Sweet Adeline delivered from start to finish.

...and two bonus items in my eyes-The ENTIRE counter staff was friendly and happy to answer my questions about the pastries! and they have a water bowl out front for the pups!

I walked out of Sweet Adeline with a satisfied tummy and a feeling that everyone who worked there enjoyed their jobs and had a love for the food served.

Sweet Adeline Bakeshop
3350 Adeline Street
Berkeley, CA 94703
Telephone: 510-985-7381
www.sweetadelinebakeshop.com
HOURS:

Mon-Fri 7am-6pm, Sat, Sun 8am-5pm

WHAT'S UP AT BLANKSPACE

Currently on view at Blankspace:
the main gallery show:               Renee Gertler: Modality Room
and the gallery store show:       Jessica Dacher: Remember Me Forever
 more info at blankspacegallery.com

COMMUNITY BOARD

Open Call

Oakland Art Gallery and Pro Arts Present
Bay Area Currents 2009
Selections by Kevin B. Chen, Intersection for the Arts

Deadline for entries: May 15, 2009

Click here for the Pro Arts Gallery Open Call page with online registration
form and more info.

Indie Biz of the Week...open calls and more

Lets get to it. In this installment of Blank[space] Blog, I will be listing
*Indie Biz of the week
*whats up at Blankspace
*open calls around town

Enjoy.

INDIE BIZ OF THE WEEK

Manifesto Bikes is located on 40th Ave. In Oakland. Owned by a great husband and wife team, this little shop carries some beautiful single speed bikes. We visited them a couple of times before making a purchase. Even though we left with nothing , but test drove a bunch of bikes, everyone was very nice to us and made us feel welcome.

When Jason did finally purchase a bike, one of the owners, Sam, was very helpful and Jason left with a great bike, a t-shirt and a picture of him and his new wheels. He also was told to come back to check in for a free tune-up and general follow-up on how the bike is doing.

The bikes are not cheap, but for what you get, they are worth the investment. The shop does offer used bikes, but the majority are new. What you pay for is a quality bike, but also top quality customer service. We left the shop knowing that if anything goes wrong or needs fixin' the folks at Manifesto have our backs...and that is a good feeling.

Manifesto Bikes

421 40th Street
Oakland, CA 94609

tel: 510.595.1155
www.wearemanifesto.com

SHOP HOURS:
Mon, Tues, Thur, Fri: 12 - 6, Wed: CLOSED, Sat: 11 - 6, Sun: noon - 6

WHAT'S COMING UP AT BLANKSPACE


Sunday Tea
This Sunday 3-5pm, join us for a special
holiday tea, with extra special treats and
yummy Numi Tea.

Currently on view at Blankspace:
the main gallery show:            Renee Gertler: Modality Room
and the gallery store show:       Jessica Dacher: Remember Me Forever
 more info at blankspacegallery.com

COMMUNITY BOARD

Open Call

Oakland Art Gallery and Pro Arts Present
Bay Area Currents 2009
Selections by Kevin B. Chen, Intersection for the Arts

Deadline for entries: May 15, 2009

Click here for the Pro Arts Gallery Open Call page with online registration
form and more info.

Indie Biz of the Week

Welcoming Spring

In the spirit of Spring, I am thinking renewal, regrowth, and revisiting some of my favorite places this week. So, since I am late with my update, I thought I would give you my itinerary for this coming Tuesday.

First..Since it is the free Tuesday for Museums in SF, I will starting by going to 3rd St. and checking out YBCA-Nick Cave Show and SFMOMA- SECA show., if I have time I will pop over to the New Contemporary Jewish Museum to check it out.


Then...I am going to head over to the Mission and stop off at my new favorite coffee place Four Barrels, once good and caffeinated I am going to pop around and check out the Curiosity Shoppe, Therapy, the Bell Jar (if open), Paxton Gate, Needles and Pens and of course Rare Device. I will probably stop into Fritz for some tasty fries with fun dipping sauce.


I hope to be able to pop into some of the galleries and other tasty shops around the area, if I discover anything new I will let you know.


Whats Happening at Blankspace

Sunday Tea-
April 12th, 3-5pm- 
Join us for some delicious and refreshing iced tea from
local Tea makers Numi Tea.

Currently on view:
the main gallery show:      Renee Gertler: Modality Room
and the gallery store show: Jessica Dacher: Remember Me Forever
 more info at blankspacegallery.com


Hey speaking of indie biz the Oakland Indie Awards are happening
again this year. Blankspace has been nominated in 2 categories this year!

The Indie Awards are a program of One California Foundation.
They are hosting third third annual awards party on Friday,
May 15, 2009 at 5:30 pm at The Crucible at 1260 7th St, Oakland.
This event will celebrate the spirit and community impact of
Oakland's independent businesses and artists.