Art Shows

So, the big CD Release show....SOON.

I've got the typical pre-show jitters.

Mostly, though, I'm incredibly proud to be involved with Pat's music, which was an instant desire since he first took the stage at a CRUX Real-Open Mic session.

I've worked with a lot of people across my various lives...in comic books, as a writer, at the CRUX, through graphic design...and every one of those experiences is unique. Working with Pat rates right near the top of my list. His sincererity and drive is a gift to the rest of us.

The 1078 Gallery has Sal Casa paintings on the wall until the 7th of June.

The 1078 has their own wine glasses. Pinky's out.

It's only been a month since the last art walk, but the quantity and quality were worlds apart.

I rode my pogo stick to the brand new and much anticipated gallery in the Chico News and Review office building called “The Space.” The space debuted with Matt Goulart's “American Peak.”

I didn't make it inside, but I go a good view from the window.

The Art.

Local artsist Rachael Steiner has a gloriously unusual and psychedelic art show up at Bustolinis Delicatessen (800 Broadway Street). I would describe her style as a mix of Dr. Seuss and acid art, merged with the whimsical nature of children's art and the promiscuity of anime. Rachael's line work is very dynamic and her use of color very vibrant. I reccommend spending some time with each work seperately, all together they can be a bit overwhelming. During the reception Erin Lizardo, Lucas Sarcona, and Pat Hull and friends entertained and awed.

Navigating through the endless maze of streets and alleys that make up downtown Chico can be overwhelming at times. Hopefully this photo map makes the 'Secret Gallery' easier to find.

The first ever CommonPath.org art show is UP. The reception/closing is this Thursday the 10th of April from 7-11 p.m. and WILL be FUN.

Gallery hours are from 12-4 p.m. Monday the 7th (today) through Thursday the 10th. Stop by and say hello to Seamonster.

Stopped by Has Beans first and looked at the 6 photographs that they had up.  Here'e one of them.

 Then the Naked Lounge...

Humanity has subsisted on spoken word since the beginning of DNA.

With the advent of film, television, and the internet...this art form has been largely lost. 

The time has come to bring it BACK.

On April 24th, 2008, the CRUX will offer up a spoken word event like NO OTHER.

The power of LIVE performance with a focus on words will stimulate even the most cynical bastard. 

For the last two Sunday's, brunch at The Banshee has consisted of Irish music, food, and pints of ale. The brunch menu was simple; biscuits and gravy and omelette's (veggie or chorizo). The music is complex. Phil, Pearce, Conor, and Preston rock the joint with authentic Irish ditty's from a table in the middle of the room covered in flutes, whistles, and empty pints of Guinness. The patrons had nothing but praise for the food, but the real treat was the music, which was applauded heavily after each song. This was the second Sunday in the row of the Irish music brunch, but the plan is to repeat this glorious combination of beer, breakfast, and live music every Sunday. So, if you were thinking of going to church next Sunday, don't... go to the Banshee.