Call to Artists!!!

Beatnik Studios is currently taking submissions for an upcoming show in the Spring, “The Tower Theater”.

We are looking for photographs, paintings and multi media works of the Tower Theater. The concept is to fill the gallery with only images of the Tower Theater in order to highlight its significance in the community, how it has influenced so many local artists, and those who view there work.

Show will be hung March 28th
Opening reception March 30th
Second Saturday April 14th
Show comes down April 25th

How to submit;
Only submit images of the Tower Theater.
Submission deadline is March15th
Please send a photo of you’re your piece to
art@beatnik-studios.com
Include your name, contact information and the size of the piece. You are welcome to submit as many pieces as you like but only one piece per artist will be selected. Not all submissions will be accepted due to the limited amount of space. All photography submissions need to be framed in order by the time of the show.

Holiday fun with George Ettenheim

Come enjoy wine and cheese with the artist December 14th from 6pm to 9pm at Beatnik Studios. Explore the whimsical world of George Ettenheim. Paintings, metal works, dolls, quits, belts and more. George does it all.
Also don't miss George at Beatnik Studios "Annual Holiday Craft Fair" this Sunday December 11th. He will have a booth set up with great gifts for everyone.
See you there!

One Fallen Beatnik

Beatnik is sad to announce the untimely demise of one of our current artists exhibited in the gallery this month, Ed Rivera.
There will be a memorial service for Ed here in the Beatnik Gallery, Monday November 14th at 6pm for those who would like to come pay there respects and honor a great Sacramento artist.



Ed Rivera, or "Eddy" as his friends called him was a long time Land Park resident and retired Sacramento Police Department officer. He had drawn much attention for his mural on the exterior wall at the front of Sacramento State University’s Lassen Hall.
Rivera also painted murals for the Washington Neighborhood Center at 400 16th St. and the Legal Aid Society at 920 9th St. in Sacramento and Boalt Hall at the University of California, Berkeley.
After attending Sacramento City College and Sacramento State.
Rivera attended the prestigious San Francisco Art Institute for three years.
While at the art institute, he studied under renowned artists such as Richard Diebenkorn, Elmer Bishoff, Nathan Oliveira, James Weeks, Julius Hytofsky and Frank Lobdell.
Ed Rivera was the first assistant Benny Barrios had in his gallery, which ran 27 years.
Rivera enjoys music, rich culture, and attending many community events.
Ed Rivera spent much time working with youth from the Washington Neighborhood Center. He served as a mentor, and attended many field trips and camping adventures with them. His service to his community is an example of community pride.
Rivera participated in the Voices Ahora show at The Art Foundry Gallery; where he showed his prized Aztec Chieftain in 1999.
His 2000 collection spans the decade and includes landscapes of Old Land Park, which included prized views of Tower Theater, McClatchy High School, and Taylor’s Market. These neighborhood jewels were proudly displayed on the monthly cover of Sacramento’s Inside Magazine.
“For me, art is like breathing. You have to breathe. You have to do art.”- Ed Rivera

Rest in peace Eddy.

Last Red Night

Red Night at Beatnik was a routine for many local poets and prose lovers. It was a place for people of all ages to get together and share short stories and poems.


Genelle Chaconas, who began Red Night, reads from a selected book.


Attendees visit before readings begin.

Thanks Genelle, for all of your hard work and dedication to Red Night. Stay tuned for similar events in the future.

Behind the scenes at Beatnik

Beatnik Studios provides photographers with a versatile and unique space in which to work. Take a look behind the scenes during a Martin Vo fashion session.

Martin goes above...and beyond to get the desired shot.


Martin Vo's intern and a high speed fan help to billow the sheer fabric.


Martin reviews the images with the model during the shoot.

Martin Vo's work can be viewed on his website http://www.martinvo.com, or facebook page http://www.facebook.com/MartinVoStudios.

Changing of the Art

Greg Pond and Allen Dismuke are busy hanging artwork by artists Benny Barrios, Esteban Villa and Ed Rivera for the opening reception on Friday October 28th at 6pm.


These artists are legends in their field don't miss this chance to meet them and see their work.

"These Three Beatniks" Final Friday Arts and Music October 28th

An exhibition of three men who defined the Mexican art culture in California.

Three Sacramento legends, Esteban Villa, Ed Rivera, and Benny Barrios team up for a group show at Beatnik Studios. Paintings will hang through the month of November.

We are honored to host this upcoming show of three men who lived and breathed the true beatnik culture.

Join us for the opening reception “Final Friday” October 28th at 6:pm Meet the artists, enjoy complementary beverages, authentic Mexican food by Vallejo's, and Mariachi.

After 8pm
Stick around Esteban Villa's CD release "Habanero Honey" then more music by Full Melt top the show off with Playboy School.

Final Friday with P.R. Brown

Yet another Final Friday in the can. Thank you 2x4 International for doing such a great job putting this together.






The show was well received. We had 2 winery's, great food, awesome music, and not to mention the amazing photography and music videos by P.R. Brown.



Kristen Brown from (2x4 International) addressing the gallery with her lovely assistant Ashley and our Gallery Manger Greg Pond



Thanks also to the musicians who performed that night.


Katie Jane


Exquisite Corps



Alyssa Cox and the Flatland Band

See P.R. Browns work at www.bauda.com

See the wonderful article written about this even by the Sacramento press.
http://www.sacramentopress.com/headline/58170/PR_Browns_The_Known_and_Travel_exhibit

The show will remain up until October 25th.If you had not had the chance to check out this beautiful exhibit by one of Americas most iconic music video directors then by all means come check it out.

Yoga Launch Party

ESOTERIC Inspirational Yogi Retail by REVERSE2~
CALLING ALL YOGIS, STUDIOS, SPAS & SPECIALTY BOUTIQUES

Invitational RED CARPET EVENT OCTOBER 6, 2011 (Thursday Evening) 5-9pm,

Downtown Sac @ BEATNIK STUDIOS 2421 17th Street

~contact ESOTERIC.com.co for tickets.

JFJO Returns to Beatnik

To purchase presale tickets go to-

http://jfjo.eventbrite.com/

To learn more about JFJO go to

http://www.jfjo.com

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=204173262976789

"For Love of Woman" A photographic expose by Robert R. Sanders

We've had an overwhelming response to Robert Sanders' exhibit "For Love of Woman" and many have requested another opportunity to view his solo show and catch a final glimpse of the art.

Robert will be at the gallery Saturday Afternoon (Sept 24th) from 1-4 to personally share his vision and his stories as you visually embrace the splendor of woman.

For those of you who would like to bid on any of the artwork which benefits ...the National Ovarian Cancer Coalition, this is the perfect opportunity for you to decide which ones are your favorite before the on-line auction ends on Wed Sept 28 at Midnight.

The National Ovarian Cancer Coalition (NOCC) is fighting to break the silence on Ovarian Cancer, which is the deadliest of all cancers affecting woman today because of it's difficulty in detection before it reaches stage 3 or 4.

September is National Ovarian Cancer Awareness month and we appreciate your support in helping the NOCC not only raise awareness, but eventually find a cure.

"The Known and Travel" Featuring the work of music director P.R. Brown

Beatnik is pleased to announce an exhibit of fine art photography, music videos and narratives by Grammy nominated P.R Brown (www.bauda.com). I'm sure you have seen his work before, he has produced music videos for Audioslave, Matisyahu, Goo Goo Dolls, James Blunt, Prince, Chemical Romance, Smashing Pumpkins, John Mayer, and Alicia Keys to name a few.

Friday, September 30, exhibit opens at 5 pm with a Wine & Silent Auction to ...benefit 2x4 International efforts to build an orphanage in Mexico. Talk to the artists, food and wine will be available in the gallery which includes wine tasting from 6:30-9. Full bar in the back.

Music starts at 9pm. Katie Jane (www.ktjane.com) will be opening followed by Exquisite Corps (http://www.facebook.com/pages/Exquisite-Corps/106600936038057?sk=app_2405167945) and Alyssa Cox (www.alyssacoxmusic.com)

This show is to Benefit 2x4 Internationals efforts to transforming the lives of orphaned and poverty-stricken children in Mexico, Jamaica and Africa.

The show will hang until October 26th. Gallery is open Tuesday through Friday from 10AM to 5PM.

"For Love of Woman" A photographic expose by Robert R. Sanders

This month Beatnik Studios is featuring Robert Sander's photographic exhibit, "For the Love of Woman". All pieces are being auctioned to benefit the National Ovarian Cancer Coalition. Bids can be placed online at http://www.forloveofwoman.com/. Bidding closes on September 28, 2011. Artworks can be viewed at Beatnik until the last day of auction.

Robert's Final Friday opening was an event to be remembered. The pictures below are highlights from the evening.






Dallas Debauch, Robert Sanders, Shawn Aveningo, and Dr.Dan.










To preview the work of Robert Sanders, go to http://www.forloveofwoman.com


Robert has received a lot of attention from the press, you can see articles and interviews on the links below.

http://www.sacramentopress.com/headline/56241/For_Love_of_Woman_photo_exhibit

http://www.news10.net/video/default.aspx?bctid=1128917683001

Be Sure to keep your eye out for the September edition of SACRAMENTO Magazine,
featuring an interview with Robert R Sanders
in the Entertainment Section (p.118).
Issue available as of August 23 in Newstands and Starbucks in Greater Sacramento Area

Big Thank You to Tamara Dorris for featuring Robert on her Weekly Radio Blog Show
Sacramento Smiles: "Doing Heart Smart Business"
Highlighting local businesses that give back to the community.

Joe Jonas

Everyone favorite teen heart throb Joe Jonas from the Jonas Brothers stopped by the studio to say hello to some of his adoring fans. Joe's a super nice guy surrounded by people in a hurry. Pop culture is strange.

Artist Dinner at Beatnik

Thursday August 18th 6pm - 9pm
Join Patrice and Kermit for an evening of great food and great art. We will be providing a wonderful meal prepared by Kermit's family along with wine and great tunes. After dinner the artists will take us around the gallery and talk about their work.

You can get your tickets here

Dawn Landes coming to Beatnik!

One of Lindsay's favorite singer/songwriter is coming to play an intimate set next Tuesday night at Beatnik Studios. Dawn Landes is beautiful and tallented and will be playing from 7pm - 9pm on Tuesday August 9th.

Upcoming artworks at Beatnik

Hey art fans! We've got some more amazing artwork coming your way. Kermit McCourt and Patrice Sims will be hanging soon. Stop by the Final Friday Art's and Music showcase on July 29th from 6pm - 11:30pm

Photography Workshops late July

We are offering two more sessions of our

Back to Basics Photography Workshop in July

brought to you by Wes Davis of Beatnik Studios

Make your summer photos exciting and beautiful with a little help from the Beatniks! Learn how to use all the functions of your camera. Get one on one help from professionals and learn easy tips to create amazing photos.

This workshop is open to all ages and all camera types.

We are offering two Sessions in July

Sunday, July 24th

Tuesday, July 26th

We reduced the price for these two sessions so get it while it's hot!!

Sign up by calling Beatnik Studios 916.443.5808

or

email wes@beatnik-studios.com