BEATNIK STUDIOS

"Desaturated"

2012-01-07T17:20:00.001-08:00

“Desaturated”
A Black and White Photography Exhibit
Featuring 11 of Northern California’s Preeminent Photographers

Working within the limited confines of black & white, these visual artists rely on the bare essentials of tonality and contrast to create their moody, timeless images. Join Beatnik for the “Desaturated” exhibit, showcasing the black & white images from eleven of Northern California’s premier photographers.

See works by Hope Harris, Dianne Poinski, Gary W. Vann, Judy Yemma,
Terry Nathan, Mark Howell, Jeremy Sykes, Steve Appel, Michael Corlew, Ed Asmus, and Donald Satterlee.

WHEN: Open February 24 thru March 28, 2012
Hours: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM Tuesday thru Friday

Second Saturday reception
March 10th from 6:00 PM to 9:00PM

LOCATION: Beatnik Studios 2421 17th Street Sacramento CA 95818
(Between Broadway and X St) www.beatnik-studios.com

“Step Free” an exhibit of painting and photography by Wes Davis and Jayme Goodwin

2012-01-07T13:46:00.000-08:00

This month Beatnik Studios will feature artworks by Wes Davis and Jayme Goodwin. Showing together for the first time Wes and Jayme will be exhibiting works on the beauty grace and flow of Dance and Skateboarding. This show will depict the similarities between the two seemingly different talents.

Wes Davis Graduated from Sac State with a Bachelor of Arts in Photography. He was instrumental in the creation of Beatnik Studios. Currently he works as a professional photographer, shooting for several publications in Sacramento such as Submerge and Sacramento News and Review. Wes has always been a skateboarder and has been photographing it for years as a passion project. This will be the first time Wes has shown this body of work.

Jayme Goodwin Graduated from Sac State with a BA in art. Currently he works at Pretty in Ink as a Tattoo artist. Jayme has been fascinated with painting dancers for some time now. His work is muted with eerie undertones but is captivating in the way he depicts the grace and beauty of his subject. “I love painting dancers because the whole art form is visual. They are aware of every square inch of their bodies and how it is perceived by the viewer.”

WHEN:
Opening reception- “Second Saturday“
January 14th from 6:00 PM to 8:00PM
Live music 9:00PM to 12:00AM
Show closes January 25th, 2011
Gallery hours are from 10 to 5 Tuesday through Friday

LOCATION: Beatnik Studios 2421 17th Street Sacramento CA 95818
(Between Broadway and X St) www.beatnik-studios.com

“Final Friday Arts and Music” Is a monthly event hosted by Beatniks Studios to promote and display Sacramento’s talented and local artists and musicians.

"Redefined" Artworks by Andy Littlefield and Charles Dilulo. "Final Friday Arts and Music"

2012-01-07T13:36:00.000-08:00

Beatnik Studios is happy to host next month’s exhibit “Redefined.” The show will feature works of unique found objects, produced by two of Sacramento’s greatest artists that you may have never heard of.

When: Opening reception, “Final Friday” January 27, 2012 from 6:PM t...o 9:PM
Show hangs from January 27th thru February 22nd, 2012
Gallery hours: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM Tuesday thru Friday

Music: After 9PM Live music by Eric Spencer, Adrian Bourgeois, and Honyock.
Suggested donation $5 to $10

www.erikspencer.bandcamp.com
http://www.adrianbourgeois.com/
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Honyock/120549861305411?ref=ts

Location: Beatnik Studios 2421 17th Street Sacramento CA 95818
(Between Broadway and X St) www.beatnik-studios.com

Charles Dilulo graduated from Sacramento State with a BA in art. He then went on to work at the DMV for years where he would walk to and from work everyday. Any chance he got he would cut through alleyways because, “That’s where you find the best stuff”. For about 10 years he has been meticulously compiling various objects and asembling them into beautiful works of art. Currently, his studio is a house which is a virtual museum of Charles’s work. No wall, chair, or lamp has gone untouched by Charles’s artistic hand.

Andy Littlefield graduated from Chico state with a BFA in drawing and painting. His mono-transfer prints on wood are notable for their understatement. Andy works in a print shop where he scavenges his wood canvases and frames from discarded shipping material. After transferring his photographs onto wood panels he selectively paints in the areas he wants the viewers eye to go; creating a moody, almost eerie effect. Andy refers to himself (jokingly) as “The Dark Thomas Kinkade” pointing to the fact that his work is reproducible, easily accessible to the viewer and affordable.

Call to Artists!!!

2011-12-16T13:54:00.000-08:00

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

2011-12-07T15:02:00.001-08:00

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

2011-11-02T18:15:00.001-07:00

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

2011-11-01T16:39:00.000-07:00

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

2011-11-01T16:10:00.000-07:00

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

2011-10-26T14:09:00.000-07:00

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

2011-10-17T17:32:00.001-07:00

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

2011-10-17T16:44:00.000-07:00

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

2011-09-22T12:45:00.000-07:00

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

2011-09-21T15:16:00.001-07:00

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

2011-09-21T13:28:00.000-07:00

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

2011-09-21T13:15:00.000-07:00

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

2011-09-02T16:01:00.000-07:00

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

2011-08-24T15:45:00.000-07:00

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

2011-08-03T15:30:00.000-07:00

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!

2011-08-03T15:19:00.000-07:00

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

2011-07-19T12:22:00.000-07:00

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

2011-07-09T11:11:00.000-07:00

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

email wes@beatnik-studios.com

Meet the artists at Beatnik

2011-06-30T15:07:00.001-07:00

Have you seen the amazing new work up at Beatnik Studios? Artists Micah Crandall-Bear and Lisa Alonzo have transformed the gallery into beautiful kaleidoscopic of colors and textures! Come by Thursday night to meet the artists and stick around for a wonderful dinner. You can get your dinner tickets for only $15 bucks here.

Here's a little sample of some of this month's amazing artworks.

Final Friday in May

2011-05-23T10:55:00.000-07:00

May's Final Friday is just around the corner and we have been hard at work to bring you another fantastic show!

Who

10 of Sacramento's top photographers and 2 of Northern California's most explosive up and coming bands.

( photographers: Lindsay Calmettes, Greg Pond, Amanda Lopez, Tim Engle, Don Satterlee, Nick Wilson, Wes Davis, Sarah Maren, Mandy Draper, Mike Graffigna )

( musicians: Clark Reese, Musical Charis, Fierce Creatures )

What

Final Friday Arts and Music Showcase sponsored by the Sacramento Arts and Business Council. Featuring bicycle themed photography inspired by the Velo and Vintage Fashion show along with music performances by some of the areas most talented independent musicians.

When

Friday, May 27th 6pm - 11pm

Where

Beatnik Studios 2421 17th street. Sacramento CA 95818

Why

Family friendly arts and music events are very important to the creative stimulation of any culture and unfortunately hard to come by. Final Friday events are our way to provide a rich artistic environment to help nourish our community and share the regions artistic talents with a large and diverse crowd.

Second Saturday at Beatnik

2011-04-06T12:42:00.001-07:00

"Leftovers"

Second Saturday at Beatnik features the work of emerging visual artists attended by live musical acts.

This Saturday April 9^th we invite you to the opening of “Leftovers”, an exhibition of recent individual and collaborative work by Kyle J Skor and Mehran Mesbah.

The reception will begin in the gallery at 4pm with live ambient music, traditional refreshments and appetizers. Show ends at 8pm.

2011-03-31T12:12:00.000-07:00

ZuhG and Random Abilities CD Release Party

ZuhG's CD release party kicks off at Beatnik Studios on April 9th at 7pm. Come experience Sacramento funk/hip-hop extravaganza ZuhG with their newest, hottest album yet, in a collaborative performance with Hip-Hop artist Random Abilideze for a truly unforgettable night that will sure to be the talk of the town for months to come. Its just ten dollars when you purchase in advance at ZuhG Life's store in the Westfield downtown mall or twelve dollars at the door. Each ticket includes a free copy of one of ZuhG's previous albums "Free Love" or Random Abilideze's"Indubitably." Proceeds go to support the MET program for music in Education. This show is available for all ages. Don't miss out on this one time powerhouse premier April 9th at 7pm.

ZuhG "Up To No Good" live at Harlows from Wes Davis on Vimeo.

Concerts 4 Charity at Beatnik

2011-03-30T20:01:00.001-07:00

Concerts 4 Charity brought a beautiful show to Beatnik last Saturday. Thanks to Radioactive Cauliflower, Justin Farren, David Dondero, Franz Nicolay and Roman Funerals. Thanks Clay for bringing this kind of music to Sacramento! Keep em coming :)

Greg's Mess

2011-03-28T14:09:00.002-07:00

Having a photo studio at your fingertips is too much fun and sometimes too much work! I walked in the other day to an epic mess at the fingertips of Greg Pond. All this for a test shot?! You're grounded mister.

oopsy......

Alliance Française of Sacramento

2011-03-24T17:23:00.000-07:00

Beatnik hosted the Alliance Française of Sacramento's annual event last Sunday. It was a wonderful cultural experience celebrating the North African French speaking countries. The day was full of live music, cooking demonstrations, wonderful food, belly dancing, henna artists and much more.

Photo Biz Bootcamp

2011-03-19T14:26:00.000-07:00

We had part 2 of Mark Longwood's Photo Biz Bootcamp workshop today. Mark shed's light on pricing, contracts, usage, how to work with different types of clients and how to maintain your career as a professional photographer. This workshop is a must take any professional or aspiring pro photographer. Thanks Mark, see you at the next one!

Even the boss and the Beatnik mascot learned something at this workshop :)

The New American Dream Tour Starts Here

2011-03-01T14:45:00.000-08:00

This is it.

Come check out Musical Charis at Beatnik Studios for the last performance before they leave on their tour around the states.

I know it's a Tuesday but we're starting early just for you!

Stop by and show some love.

We really need everyones help on this one.

Art Auction and Juried Exhibition Febuary 25th

2011-02-10T15:22:00.000-08:00

Sacramento, CA – Beatnik Studios to host a juried art show and auction to benefit Sierra Forever Families, a local nonprofit organization whose mission is to transform the lives of children living in foster care by building and nurturing permanent families.

“The art show and auction is a stunning representation of ‘Home’ with a wide and diverse selection of local artists.The juried art show will take place during the Last Friday event at Beatnik Studios, February 25. 6-9 pm. Guests will be treated to a champagne reception as they view the entered art pieces. The first, second and third place winners will be announced during the reception.

The art auction will open on February 25 and will close at 8 pm during the Second Saturday event on March 12. 50% of the proceeds of the art auction will benefit Sierra Forever Families. Beatnik is working to increase its benefit to the community by partnering with charitable organizations like Sierra. Our hope is to bring the cause to light and to help support Sierra’s programs through the auction.

Enjoy the art, music and libations, and support the Sierra Forever Families, a nonprofit organization that assists in finding safe, stable, loving homes for children throughout Northern California. 50% funds from this juried show go to support this worthy cause.

Stick around after the art reception for live music from the 4 Guys from Reno! Be prepared to be blown away by the amount of talent in this Sammy award winning group.

2011-02-10T15:13:00.000-08:00

Screw cupid, the first name in love is Red Night Poetry February 16th 8 pm at Beatnik Studios! Come experience the full throttle high octane genius of three Sacramento staples that give new meaning to loving the scene: the upstart small press publisher/poet sensation and official host at Luna's cafe Goeffrey Neil; Sacramento poetry scene veteran and outspoken artist Maggie Frost; and on air radio talent and infamous poetic outlaw James Lee Jobe. Its just $5 dollars, which includes all the sugar sweets and drinks you can handle without getting diabetes, and an open mic list that never fails to attract talent. Red Night Poetry has all the love you need and some to wrap up and take home to someone special. Come out and experience Sacramento's newest poetry venue; its one blind date you won't forget.

Final Friday Featuring Miguel Willet and Andy Littlefield

2011-01-14T14:02:00.000-08:00

Time	Second Saturday February 12, 2011, 6-9pm.

Location	Beatnik Studios 2421 17th Street Sacramento, CA



	Show opens Jan 28th with a bang! Miguel Willet is a newly arrived conceptual installation artist from Seattle, Washington. This will be his first art exhibition in Sacramento. Andy Littlefield has established himself in Sacramento with his multi-media figurative works. Together each will exhibit their own works and will collaborate on a number of pieces tying in their styles and ideas. The cross-pollination of ideas and styles in multiple media – visual art, music, dance, performance, video -- will be sure to make for an event unlike any other.

Call to artists

2010-11-30T14:31:00.000-08:00

Call for Artwork: Beatnik Studios Juried Exhibition & Art Auction

Beatnik Studios is issuing a call for artists for a juried exhibition and art auction to take place in February 2011. We are searching for artworks of reasonable size in all mediums to represent the theme “Home.” The submission fee is $10 per piece and the deadline for submissions is January 16, 2011.

If your artwork is selected it will be displayed in the gallery for the month of February and have a chance to win first (Solo show at Beatnik), second (Solo show at Capitol Garage) or third place (Gift Certificates) as decided by a distinguished panel of Sacramento art professionals.

The selected works will also be entered into an auction to benefit Sierra Forever Families, a local nonprofit devoted to finding permanent homes for children. The auction will be open with the show on January 28 and close on Second Saturday, February 12. 50% of the proceeds will go to Sierra Forever Families and 50% will go to the artist.

About Sierra Forever Families:

Since its founding in 1983, Sierra has placed over 2,500 children in permanent homes. Believing that every child deserves a loving home, Sierra has become known for serving children considered difficult to place, such as older children or large sibling groups. The funds from the auction sales of the selected artworks will go directly to benefit this worthy cause.

About Beatnik:

A collaborative studio space, art gallery, and all-around creative hub, Beatnik Studios is unique in the Sacramento area. Our large and airy space has brick and glass walls and sleek modern appointments giving it a New York loft atmosphere. Beatnik is known both for great art and being involved with and giving back to the community and is proud to offer artists this exciting opportunity to show their work and be critiqued by a prestigious panel of jurors as well as helping to contribute to a great local cause.

How to submit:

Download the pdf file of the submission form from http://www.perphics.com/prints/rental_rates.pdf and then mail or email

-your filled out submission form to art@beatnik-studios.com.

-$10 submission fee per image submitted (cash, check, or credit through Google checkout) e-mail us to request payment.

Note; Not every piece submitted will be accepted into the show.

-and e mail JPEGs of your work not exceeding 150dpi to:

Beatnik Studios

2421 17^th Street

Sacramento, CA 95818 art@beatnik-studios.com

December Gallery Show at Beatnik

2010-11-16T13:12:00.000-08:00

Hi Friends!
Amazingly enough, our next opening is already coming up. Next Friday, November 26th will be the Last Friday opening for a group show in the main gallery featuring Mark A. Kooy, Judy Keen and Suzon Lucore. Yes it's Black Friday, so why not add some beautiful art to your holiday shopping list?

Mark Kooy is a fine art instructor as well as a professional freelance art consultant and illustrator. He has worked as a professional artist for over 25 years. Working in a variety of media including watercolor, metals, digital prints, ceramics, and acrylics to name a few, Mark’s art is an eclectic mix of his interests in the natural environment and historical and contemporary cultures.

Judy Keen is a glass artist working in the field of fused and kiln-formed glass. Her designs include vases, bowls, platters, art pieces and wall art. Many are embellished with different elements such as dichroic glass, metallics, and paints. She uses a variety of techniques to achieve different looks, including sandblasting, layering for depth, raised designs and bas relief imagery. She loves to use vibrant color combinations to create a variety of unique glass pieces.

Suzon Lucore's painting style is expressionistic and she is best known for large-scale acrylic portraits. She graduated from the California College of Arts and Crafts in 1988 and has been a teacher, director for an arts council, illustrator, graphic designer, writer, and publisher among other things. You can see a few of her paintings on permanent display at Butch -N- Nellie's located at the corner of 19th & I St. or GROSSI Florist at 7th and J St. in Sacramento.

There will be music by The Dreaded Diamond and Exquisite Corps. It will be a unique, vibrant and dynamic show and we hope to see you all there!

Second Saturday

2010-11-10T17:12:00.000-08:00

Beatnik's November Second Saturday will be a smorgasbord of photography!

In the front gallery we have our exhibit by the FOCUS group. The theme of the show is “Art For Acres”. The FOCUS group visited Soil Born Farms and photographed anything from livestock to beekeepers in a fine art format.The show is to benefit Soil Born Farms, which allows youth and adults to rediscover and participate in a system of food production and distribution that promotes healthy living. For more information please visit www.soilborn.org.

In the back gallery we have Manila Extract, a show by senior CSUS photography students. Each piece is inspired by an envelope with unknown contents prepared by a previous photography student--the challenge being to create a work that reflects both the artist and the ordinary, strange, controversial or beautiful objects they find within their envelope. The show encompasses a wide variety of subject matter and styles and promises to provide something for everyone.

We hope to see you at Beatnik from 6-9 this Saturday, November 13th to enjoy these two great photography exhibitions!

2010-11-02T11:50:00.000-07:00

WORKSHOPS!

Last Friday

2010-10-28T10:23:00.001-07:00

Art & Music Showcase

Join us for Last Friday Art and Music Showcase

Featuring Art work by The Focus Group and music by Reggie Ginn, The Foxtails, and Liani Moore

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=118395251550147&ref=ts
check out this video from Septembers Last Friday

Last Friday Arts and Music Showcase from Wes Davis on Vimeo.

Last Friday

2010-10-28T10:23:00.000-07:00

Art & Music Show Case

Art in September and Jazz in October

2010-09-21T10:19:00.000-07:00

Enjoy amazing art and music at this month's...

Coming up this Sunday, September 26th!

Be sure to sign up and join us, 10am-3pm.

Mark your calendars for a night of jazz, October 22nd.

Doors at 7PM $15 at the door.

Upcoming at beatnik

2010-09-09T18:40:00.001-07:00

Second Saturday Reception for Becoming
Featuring Artworks by Rachel J. Miller
and live music from
Ryan Sheffield
Musical Charis

Walking Spanish

Saturday, September 11th • 6pm - 11pm

September 24th LAST FRIDAY

Two dates for the Back to Basics workshop offered in September!

August Last Friday

2010-09-09T18:35:00.000-07:00

Here's some shots from the Last Friday event in August.
Big thanks to
Isabel Solomon
Lindsey Cook
and
Walking Spanish

Isabel Solomon, Aerial Stereo and The Kelps

2010-08-02T15:54:00.000-07:00

Thanks for coming to our Last Friday Arts and Music Showcase! Big thanks to Isabel Solomon, Aerial Stereo and The Kelps for providing some exciting local music and Andy Littlefield for the outstanding artwork.

2 years!

2010-06-08T14:50:00.001-07:00

Here's a slew of images from the 2 year anniversary party. Big big thanks to Dennis Scott for shooting every band there! Thanks to everyone who came and made our 2 year party one for the record books:)
all photos by Dennis Scott

2010-03-24T10:35:00.000-07:00

On March 11, Beatnik Studios hosted The Sacramento Tree Foundation’s “The Art of Trees” gallery show & silent auction. The event was a wonderful success, and here’s a big thank you to all the supporters who came out! Check out some photos from the evening...

Photos by Emily Laughy

CSUS Presents THE FINAL REVEAL

2010-03-23T12:52:00.000-07:00

The Final Reveal is designed to give upcoming local photographers the chance to show off their creative talents, and is sure to be an exciting show.

Don't miss this fantastic new show at Beatnik Studios! Every Semester, CSUS graduates in photography inherit challenges from previous classes. Each student receives a secret prompt, such as a small object, which will inspire their final projects.

Finished projects will hang at Beatnik studios from March 24- April 20, with opening celebrations on March 26 6:00 pm-9:00 pm., and a major Second Saturday art walk event on April 10th 6:00pm-9:00pm. Don't miss this opportunity to support upcoming artists!

2010-03-01T10:54:00.001-08:00

On February 25th, Beatnik Studios hosted part 4 of the Music Never Stops Winter Jazz Series!

-Atomic Jump Revival's East Coast Swing Dance Ball-

Photos by Wes Davis

Sacramento Tree Foundation

2010-02-22T10:45:00.000-08:00

The Art of Trees
Multi media art competition and auction

Beatnik Studios is proud to host The Sacramento Tree Foundation’s “The Art of Trees” inaugural juried show and art auction. We have invited artists in all media to submit works celebrating trees. Join us for the opening reception and competition on Friday, February 26 where the first, second, and third place winners will be announced. Return for the auction on Thursday, March 11. After the auction closes, the award winning Folsom High Jazz Ensemble will perform. This evening promises to be packed with beautiful art, great music and libations.

When: Opening and Competition
Last Friday February 26; 6-10pm
Winners announced at 8:30
Auction
March 11
Bidding begins at 6:00 and closes 7:15
Music
March 11
Folsom High Jazz Ensemble
performs from 7:30 until 10:00

Michael Rosner

Elizabeth Moulds

Kyle Monk

Cameron Gonzalez

Musical Charis CD Release Show!

2010-01-24T17:24:00.000-08:00

MC threw it down before they hit the road. Here's some of the flicks to keep your pallet wet for more. They'll be playing a homecoming show Jan 26th at the Press Club. Holla!
Big Thanks to Autumn Sky and Blvd Park for gettin down with us... you guys freakin rock!!!

Call for Artists

2010-01-05T16:25:00.000-08:00

The month of March will be hosted by the Sacramento Tree Foundation. We are looking for Sacramento's top artists to participate in this special art event!

New Artwork at Beatnik

2010-01-05T15:32:00.001-08:00

Sac City Photography
Opening Reception Saturday, Jan. 9th

Halloween at Beatnik...

2009-11-11T23:44:00.000-08:00

It was like a really good dream...

History Channel Comes to Beatnik

2009-10-01T16:32:00.000-07:00

Here's a sneak peek of Monster Quest brought to you by History Channel.

Andri Tambunan's Show

2009-09-30T13:11:00.000-07:00

Andri's new show is hanging, and it looks amazing. Here's a sneak peak.

Audio Joy...CFR...Orangutan...GoodTimes!

2009-09-01T12:18:00.002-07:00

It truly was an amazing and inspiring weekend at Beatnik!
Friday night's Audio Joy event featured ABHISHEK BASU and an amazing ensemble of musical people. Saturday night was off the charts with the likes of CFR and Orangutan Brad Cacciatore, Mike Ruiz, Andre Fylling, Sean Lehe, Brian Rogers, Sam Phelps and more... These are some of the most talented musicians to ever play on the same stage. Look for more from this crew in the near future:)

another amazing BLVD show!

2009-08-04T16:04:00.001-07:00

BLVD returned to Beatnik and threw down! Can't wait to see these guys at Earthdance!

New Art at Beatnik

2009-08-04T16:02:00.001-07:00

Patrice Sims is an amazing textile artist from Loomis. We're thrilled to fill the gallery with her brilliantly colored pieces. Stop by and feast your eyes on these inspiring textiles. Show opens Friday July 31st and hangs through August 26th.

Beatnik Shenanagans

2009-06-29T01:15:00.001-07:00

We have a crew of the best people on the planet. I wish I could tell you all how increadably much you mean to us.
I love you all!
Dance Monk Monk Dance

Alvie and the Cosmic Family is an inspiration around here... MUCH LOVE!

Hard as nails

Does this look like a monkpond shot? ....baabbbyy please.. only one flash?

The Brains behind the Boobie Bash!

Buuuuuurrrrrnnniiee ...got destroyed at SKATE on the bank at Auburn the other day.

Worlds Softest photo for the worlds softest ladies
Q-tech support services is always on a drunken mission

Beatnik Fundraiser

2009-06-29T01:07:00.001-07:00

Big big thanks to Brian Rogers, Justin Ferran, Musical Charis and Zuhg for bringing an amazing crowd and amazing people to support our cause. We overshot our goal by $2.50! Entertainment Permit here we come!!!

Earthtone School of Rock!

2009-06-29T01:03:00.000-07:00

Earthtone School had their rock ensamble recital at Beatnik and I have never had so much fun watching kids shred like rockstars! Big thanks to Monty and the Earthtone families.

Heavyweight Dub Champion

2009-06-29T00:56:00.000-07:00

Heavyweight Dub Champion was kind enough to stop by on their way through town. Cool crew, come back any time.

Crown City Rockers

2009-06-29T00:03:00.000-07:00

Oakland's own Crown City Rockers and Fresh Produce from Santa Cruz. Epic show. Big ups to DJ Hersh, Fresh Produce and the whole Santa Cruz crew who made the journey.

Jazz at Beatnik!

2009-06-28T10:03:00.000-07:00

The In The Flow Festival is going on right now at Beatnik!
Stop by and check out amazing music all weekend.
Check the lineup here!

Support Beatnik!!!

2009-06-22T17:25:00.000-07:00

Come out on Thursday and help us raise enough money for an entertainment permit!!
Brian Rogers
Justin Farren
ZuhG
Musical Charis

Sorry It's Been so long.....

2009-06-22T17:00:00.001-07:00

Hello from the Beatnik command center. Our blog drones had fatal software errors and malfunctioned so we haven't blogged in a while. But don't worry!!! our hr department is working around the clock to hire a new team of bloggers who are literally chained to their computers and iphones!
We've had some highs and lows in the last few weeks, we've lost some amazing friends and gained some new ones.
I would like to say goodbye to Terry Popovich, he was such an amazing spirit, a loving father, brother and son to us all. He will be missed more than he could have ever known. I will forever be chasing waves because of him.
Despite our great losses, things are looking up for Beatnik! Mandy Draper has become the newest edition to our cooperative. Her warm heart and wonderful attitude has become the perfect edition to our family of photographers.

Terry Popovich

Boobie Bash!

2009-05-19T14:29:00.000-07:00

We raised over $1600 for breast cancer research at the Boobie Bash! Big thanks to everyone who came and contributed to this wonderful event. If you were in the photo booth, give us a ring and we'll find your shots!
Amazing music from our bands Zuhg and Makosa! Thanks for playing and supporting a good cause.
Special thanks to the cosmic family who makes all our events magical!
Thanks to Katie Erickson and her fantastic Family!

That 1 Guy

2009-05-14T13:22:00.001-07:00

That 1 Guy ...like nothing I had seen before, True artist and amazing musician!!! Getting the magic warmed up.. Big thanks to Pops The Beat Wizard

CRFriends .... PaperPistols .... DubDeffender

2009-05-14T12:56:00.001-07:00

Ira aka Paper Pistols is freakin sweet!

CRFriends rockin it with Chance 50!

Dub Deffender! Young Aundee, Steve Borth and Dan O
Maso showed up looking for trouble

Whole Earth Fest

2009-05-12T16:16:00.000-07:00

We took a little trip to the Whole Earth Fest to see the crew play music! CRFriends blew the crowd away!
Monk is always on the job.

This is Abby of the Cosmic Family, and our intern Christina

The Hood

2009-05-12T16:15:00.001-07:00

This is our block!

BLVD and Tribe of Levi

2009-04-30T15:58:00.000-07:00

Santa Barbara Road Trip

2009-04-28T19:23:00.000-07:00

Me (Wes), Lindsay and Kyle hit the road last weekend. Lindsay shot a fancy pants wedding in Beverly Hills while Kyle and I cruised around LA LA. Messy freeways and too many cars.
The next day me and Monk went up to ventura and caught some tasty waves. We met Lindsay that night in Santa Barbara and hit the town with some cool photographers. Big networking for the Beatniks Baby!!
We chilled in SB for a couple days with Lindsay's uncle Terry and Friend Blake.. Blake and Terry are commercial fishermen, surfers, salty sea dogs and great guys to chill with.
We headed up to Morrow Bay and caught some more waves before heading back to Sac.. Sounds like we missed the heat wave!
Big shout out to Angelica Glass, an amazing photographer and friend of the Beatniks.

We took a safari on a hippie commune... it was truly epic.

Hard as nails

Urchin along

Monk

Blake showing us where Terry's boat sank to the bottom of the harbor.

Lindsay

Wes

Music for the road.

photo by Angelica Glass

events in may

2009-04-27T23:04:00.001-07:00

www.that1guy.com

Upcoming Events!

2009-04-27T23:01:00.001-07:00

gotta check out this band!
www.myspace.com/blvdsource

Brian Rogers, Justin Ferran, Ricky Berger

2009-03-31T15:11:00.000-07:00

chkchkchk !!!

2009-03-24T14:29:00.000-07:00

If you were at beatnik on Saturday night than you saw how we can get down. It was a bit out of control, but all in all a beautiful party. Big thanks to chkchkchk!!!, DJ Whores and Kedd Cook. Thanks to everyone that helped out. Sorry we shut down early but the cops were circling like sharks ready to strike. See you next time!
Mario from !!!

Tyler Pope from !!!

The kids rushed the stage... I thought it was gonna colapse.

Dan O aka DJ Whores

This is Joe. He works at Safeway and has been to every Beatnik show. He's our unofficial mascot. Love this guy!

Beatnik has sexy parties...

Chelsea and Marqai. Co-op homies!

Locked Cog crew

Tough Love Belly Dancing

2009-03-18T22:14:00.001-07:00

UNMATA from Hot Pot Studios came out to show us some sultry belly dancing moves!

Kaeshi, the star of Belly Queen Fame made a special appearance from the East Coast.

Thanks for showing us your beautiful body grooves, ladies!!

St. Patty Fatty!

2009-03-18T20:10:00.001-07:00

Storytellers!

Solid Fellaz

Bossio & Son.

Aquifer

The Photobooth Shot

And of course, us... The Beatniks!!!!!!!

Hip Hop at Beatnik

2009-03-18T20:00:00.000-07:00

Mic Jordan, Kosha Dillz and Yak Ballz rocked the house last thursday. Positive hip hop for the masses! Thanks for rocking guys.

Yak Ballz

Kosha Dillz

Mic Jordan

WPPI and Vegas Shenanigans...

2009-03-11T18:04:00.000-07:00

Alex's first WPPI!

My mom and our financial advisor.

Alex's dream come true:)

beatniks first appearance on the WPPI badge!

The Anti Crew! If you have never been to an anti workshop just the after party alone is a good reason to check it out...

Party hopping... Nice shot Alex!

Blu domain party and the Mammoth Men. Thanks blu for an awesome night!

John Michael Cooper aka altF. Seriously click the link, he rocks!

Get ready for beatnik WPPI 2010!

Two best things in the world!

What beatnik needs!

Pretty much sums up some of our vegas mornings...

Cacciatore of the day!

2009-03-09T19:35:00.000-07:00

Last Friday Art show & music by Brian Rogers, Justin Farren and Ricky Berger

2009-03-09T15:01:00.000-07:00

Friday, March 27th
Last Friday art Reception
Brian Rodgers & Justin Farren Duo
Ricky Berger
Sacramento State University's Senior photography Students will be opening up their final showcase. We are always thrilled to host such a diverse and unique showcase of Sacramento's future photographers and artists.
Highly acclaimed singer and songwriters Brian Rodgers, Justin Farren and Ricky Berger will be playing all night. Ricky Berger was recently featured on Capitol Public Radio's "Insight"
reception is 6-10pm
$5 after 10
www.myspace.com/brianrogersmusic
www.myspace.com/justinfarren
www.myspace.com/rickyberger
Brian Rogers

Out and About

2009-03-09T13:55:00.000-07:00

My good friend Rodin dragged me out of the studio Sunday night to shoot some street stuff. She brought the Photosource intern with us for a little hands on experience. I totally miss this kind of photography, it brought me back to my "photo in the field" class at sac state. We found some cool stuff, hung out with bums and even got a little skateboarding in! Thanks Rodin, good times!

Butt darts at SoCal's!

2009-03-05T14:59:00.000-08:00

.. Just being nostalgic and recalling the first night of celebration with the intern, Christina (you know).. On Wednesday's we have a tendency to free our minds at SoCal's (53rd and Folsom). Be sure to czech out the good time we had, and join us some day. We are always down for a good time!

I'll whoop you in butt darts.

Alright, let's have fun. x

Zuhg & Musical Charis

2009-02-23T19:50:00.000-08:00

What a great night!
Musical Charis (that's how it's spelled) was solid, fresh from the studio where there laying down a new album.
Zuhg brought a super fun crew and played an amazing and versatile set. Thanks for playing at Beatnik guys!
Alvie came by with his Cosmic Family. Cosmic Lighting and DJ. Alvie you da man!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY WESLEY! She had a blast.. we had a pinata and everything. Good times.
Monk and Pond built a wall out of PBR cans on Al's desk. Way to go assholes.. jk hehe
Some old friends stopped by, there was even a Ryan Stark sighting.
Thanks everyone for coming out for another raging night!

Musical Charis in technacolor

Zuhg time..

Cosmic Family!

Blake and Jessie. Musical Charis!

Matt and Michelle

Beatniks represent! Wes and Lindsay... the hosteses with the mosteses.

Song behind the wall of PBR

Monk and Song

Stark

Monk is creepy

Happy Birthday Wesley!

wppi...

2009-02-19T00:18:00.000-08:00

So it's over. Another wppi has come and gone, boy are we beat, but what a great feeling. Yesterday we saw Mike Larson speak about leadership and systems in the business of photography and today we sat in with Gene Higa an SF local who talked about branding and how important it is to your studio and clients. We stuck around after both lectures and talked to them about doing workshops at beatnik! HUGE!

What a Amazing amount of energy around this convention and trade show. Lindsay and I are stoked to bring it back to Sac and really give the industry back home a new name and face! beatnik studios has been fueled with drive and determination since we opened, but now, watch out. Change is in the air, get ready to hit the ground running with us as we do it up beatnik style for our 2nd year!

Last night Linds and I went all out! We met up with Alt F crew at The Double Down (a kick ass punk rock bar) and had a great time at the Anti Workshop Reunion... Thanks so much John and Dalisa, you always know how to throw a party:) Then we pulled a fast one and party hoped over to the Hard Rock Hotel for the Blu domain party, we owe them a big thanks. We had too much fun... So to BLUdomain thanks for throwing an amazing party! You guys rock! Anyone who needs a website should check 'em out. Our site is a blu template and so is Wes's, Lindsay's, and mine.

All in all we had a blast hanging with old friends and making new ones. We talked with some of the best photographers in the industry, and connected on new levels. We leave vegas humbled, ready, and hungry! Stay tuned for photos of our trip!

Cacciatori of the day!

2009-02-18T15:54:00.001-08:00

Coming Up!

2009-02-18T13:53:00.001-08:00

Zuhg and Musical Charis will be here on Saturday! Plus super lights and lots of magical guests! and hats!

Michael Starchild

2009-02-18T13:25:00.000-08:00

The loft at Beatnik has been honored to have Michael Starchild as a house guest. Michael is character cut from the fabric of ancient folklore. He is an amazing jeweler, musician, storyteller and world traveler. He has traveled by bicycle from coast to coast and continent to continent. You can meet Starchild this weekend at the Zuhg show. Ask him about his T-rex tooth!

The Last Days of Analog

2009-02-18T13:07:00.001-08:00

Sorry it took so long to blog this one... I'm still waiting for the photos of City of Trees and Mike Starchild.
Big respect and thanks to:
City of Trees
Mike Starchild
CFR
Jacob Glick!
and Alvie for amazing lighting!

beatniks representing @ WPPI

2009-02-16T17:37:00.000-08:00

Hey all! This is Alex, typing at you from WPPI. Lindsay and I are hanging in Vegas, baby Vegas, rep-ing the beatnik style. Things are exciting, elbow rubbing with some of the biggest names is the biz. This morning we listened to Jim Garner and boy was I impressed. Tonight we're rocking out to Blues Traver and loosing more money at the slots, but at least the drinks are free (if you hear about the MGM going bust it's because linz and I drank all there liquer).

In other news I am the proud new owner of a Nikon 14-24mm 2.8, YES!!

And Lindsay is going to hit the big jackpot tonight and buy the 5D mkII!!

we miss you Wes, Al, and Kyle. We'll be home soon!

Sorry we don't have images up today, we both pulled stupids and didn't bring our CF readers. Blast and damn. We'll be in touch soon and show you the sights.

T.O.P. CD Release Party

2009-01-30T13:39:00.000-08:00

Sister Crayon kicked off the night.

Hydrogliceryn always brings the Heat! Big thanks to Pete, DA and the Hydro crew.

T.O.P. was in the House!! Thanks for rocking with us. Big ups to Random Abiladeze and Prozak Morris

Beatnik Studios Has Sound!

There was some sick breaking happening... This guy was sick! poppin and lockin like a champ!

Kyle Monk! The newest Beatnik holds it down!

Blake Vision

Cacciatori of the day!

Feb. 7th at Beatnik!

2009-01-22T15:08:00.000-08:00

February 7th will be a night to remember. The Beatnik Musicians have been in the lab developing mind blowing new sounds. Jacob Glick has returned from three years in Romania to re-unite with CFR. The entire musical family will be in the house!

Jan 24th at Beatnik!

2009-01-22T15:05:00.001-08:00

Izabella & CFR

2008-12-31T12:34:00.000-08:00

CFR opened up the night and threw down some some dangerously funky jams!! Brad Cacciatore on Bass, Mike Ruiz on Drums, Andre Filyng on Keys/guitar and a special appearance by our friend and brother Jacob Glick on the midi pad/keys. CFR wrapped it up with the chunkiest of the chunky funks featuring Sam Phelps and Brian Rodgers!

IZABELLA!
It was a great pleasure to have Izabella play an intimate family show at Beatnik! The music was phenomenal and the crowd was amazing! Thanks for coming guys, we'll see you again very soon!

Sid is the leader of a major 3 ring circus. Big ups Sid!

Rose Griffith did a couple beautiful paintings during the show. Thanks Rose!
Jake, Jacob, JR

We danced until the sun came up!

Another day on Broadway

Last Friday Art show & Purple Girl

2008-12-30T22:18:00.000-08:00

Friday Night was an epic occasion at Beatnik Studios! OG Beatnik Wes Davis kicked it off by opening "fractals, patterns & movements" a series of striking psychedelic photographs. There was live jazz in the gallery performed by Andre Fylling, Michael and Jacob Glick!!!! If you know these guys then you know how magical that was!!

DJ Whores kicked off the dance party.

Matthew's perspective

Mad people showed up for Purple Girl

JR and his rosewood tele. (JR wore his slippers downstairs to rock a show)

Steve is a master of Dubstep

Andrew and Gladus (the bass)

"Irie" Matthew looking like the jolly green giant. Further proof that the best artists and musicians work at food co-ops.

Andy destroys the keys and can create the most amazing harmonies.

CHRISTMAS TREES!!!

2008-11-28T13:09:00.000-08:00

Beatnik got TREES!!
Beatnik Studios has fresh noble firs from Oregon! Buy your tree at Beatnik

International Animal Rescue Fundraiser

2008-11-28T12:51:00.000-08:00

Beatnik Studios and Friends of the Arts helped raise over $1,000 for International Animal Rescue last Saturday!
BIG THANKS:
Chelsea Robbins for bringing it together
DJ Elevation
Lost Exit
Queens of York
Storytellers
Hot Pot Dance Studios

BEATNIK THURSDAYS

2008-11-28T12:43:00.001-08:00

Beatnik Thursdays is starting to take off. Thanks for coming out and supporting underground music.
MANY THANKS TO:
Sam Stern and the Stenographers
Xyphl
Mistlefinger
St. Pierre
The Impotent Ninja

Speak Out!

2008-11-14T17:36:00.000-08:00

Beatnik Studios is proud to host a spoken word event with Ise Lyfe Saturday Night at 8pm
• Is Everybody Stupid. (?) : A critical analysis of the mass acceptance by Americans of ridiculous media, policy, rules, systems, etc. Here, it is not the wack rapper that is criticized (though they deserve it), but the million people that buy the wack rapper’s record. Yes the government acts mentally challenged, but what about the masses of people that vote for the politicians in office?