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VAIN Ballard: Featured Jeweler & Photographer

Tuesday, October 5th, 2010

This Saturday (October 9th) as part of the Ballard Art Walk, VAIN Ballard will be featuring jewelry by Ada Rosman. Unveiling a new collection, Ada’s work emulates the inspiration found in the photographs of the talented Claire Eliza.

This past summer, Claire studied abroad in Barcelona, Spain and had the opportunity to travel through the country. Claire, a local Washingtonian, is currently finishing her photography studies in Arizona. In this collaboration, Claire made images that represented the beautiful country of Spain.

Upon return, Ada created a new body of work based on these images. Claire’s lovely photos from abroad have been turned into unique handmade postcards that are also available for purchase.

Join us this Saturday from 6-9pm at VAIN Ballard for some art, drinks, and food– 5401 Ballard Ave NW.

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Recap: August Art Walk

Friday, September 3rd, 2010

Last month’s Art Walk at Vain in Ballard was truly an awesome event. We had  lovely work by our featured jeweler Nancy O’Connell of Black Rabbit as well as a wonderful live performance from Damien and Drake Jurado of Hoquiam.

Here are a few detail images of Nancy O’Connell’s work at VAIN:

Nancy O’Connell came by for the Art Walk as well. Here is a photo of  Nancy and her work:

The following photos are from Hoquiam’s live performance at Vain in Ballard:

Just a little reminder, the next Art Walk at VAIN in Ballard will be October 9th. Hope to see you there!

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VAIN Ballard: Featured Jeweler

Wednesday, July 7th, 2010

For art walk this Saturday, VAIN Ballard will be featuring steampunk inspired jewelry by London Particulars and the beautiful voice of indie folk musician Shelby Earl.

Please join us this Saturday from 6-9pm for art, drinks, food, and live music at 8pm by Shelby Earl– 5401 Ballard Ave NW.

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VAIN Ballard: Featured Jeweler

Tuesday, June 8th, 2010

This Saturday as part of the Ballard art walk we will have the wonderful silhouette jewelry by Jennifer of Fable & Fury.

“Combining the romanticism of Victorian chic and curiously wayward subjects with modern techniques and materials, Fable & Fury creates unique jewelry and wearable art intricately crafted in black and satin finished stainless steel.”

With a background in graphic arts Jennifer launched Fable & Fury portraying, “woodland creatures, peculiar portraits, and follies of nature appear in imaginative vignettes, cameos and silhouettes.”

Please join us this Saturday from 6-9pm for art, drinks, food, and live music at 8pm by Chase and Kyle from Stuck on a Bus– 5401 Ballard Ave NW.

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Sticky.

Tuesday, April 27th, 2010

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Mark your calendars: this Saturday, May 1st at 6:00 pm at VAIN downtown, we’re celebrating the opening reception of Sticky, the debut solo show of photographer Kevin Kauer. You know we like our art big + bold like our hair, and Kauer’s work is just that. Don’t miss your chance to check it out for yourselves.

Sticky will be on display at VAIN for the entire month of May, but there won’t be drinks + a DJ there after Saturday. :)

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You oughta be in pictures

Thursday, April 15th, 2010

Monday I visited VAIN Downtown to get a glimpse of the photo goodness they’re cooking up for a new project. There will be more prepping, more shooting, and more info on just WHAT they’re making in the near future. Until then, there are my behind-the-scenes shots from the day.

VAIN – behind the scenes from Sarah Jurado on Vimeo.

As always I’m amazed by the talent, vision, and hard worked displayed. Can’t wait until VAIN unveils the end result + shares Peter Kearns’ photos with everyone.

xo,

Sarah Jo

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VAIN Ballard: Featured Jeweler

Friday, April 9th, 2010

This Saturday as part of Ballard Art Walk, we will be unveiling the delicate designs of Elisabeth Percival.

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Elisabeth is a recent Seattle transplant from Omaha. Her meticulous work is sterling and gold-fill, incorporating antique components and semi-precious stones, with a focus on symmetry and an outstanding attention to detail.

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Join us this Saturday from 6-9pm for art, drinks, and chocolate covered strawberries – 5401 Ballard Ave NW.

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Art art party party

Friday, February 12th, 2010

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Just a friendly reminder to all you art lovers out there that VAIN is hosting an art show opening reception this Saturday from 2-7pm at VAIN downtown as part of our Love Heroes Valentine’s weekend action. The show started to go up yesterday and already looks great- curator + artist Michael Lane has assembled a diverse collection of love + pain-themed art in a variety of mediums. Participating artists include:

  • Alexis Hilliard
  • Amanda Prince
  • Artstar (image above)
  • Chris Rollins
  • Denis Fitzpatrick
  • Esther Garcia
  • John Giaccone
  • Jameson Hubbard
  • Juliana Bradley
  • Michael Lane
  • Modular Diva
  • Rawkson
  • Samuel Birchman
  • Tia Matthies
  • Virginia Sands

    • And as if all that art weren’t enough, we’ll have snacks + beverages on hand. So come on down and get your art appreciation on!

    Love Heroes opening reception Saturday, Feb. 13 from 2-7pm at VAIN downtown- 2018 1st Ave. VAIN is also participating in Ballard’s art walk from 6-9pm that night with our featured jeweler of the month.

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    Recap: Turn & Face the Strange

    Friday, November 20th, 2009

    Last month at VAIN’s “Turn & Face the Strange” event, we unveiled a collection of stellar works from five Seattle artists: Michael Lane, Josh Buesseler, Nicholas Kamuda, Ted Chen, and Eddy Lee.

    Aubrie, Morgan, and Buster enjoying the show.

    The art opening was a huge success and party goers got a chance to experience each artists’ diverse take on portraits and figure studies – here is just a glimpse of the amazing work:


    Astounding works by Michael Lane – view his blog here.

    Clockwise from top left: work from Nicholas Kamuda, Eddy Lee, Ted Chen, and Josh Buesseler

    You can catch more photos of the amazing show and festivities on the VAIN Flickr page and see the fun captured by the VAIN mirror – which made it’s debut at the event.  The show is still up until November 30th, so be sure to come by before it’s over!

    “Turn and Face the Strange” on view through Novemeber 30th at the VAIN gallery adjacent to the salon at our downtown location: 2018 1st Ave, Seattle 206-441-3441

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    Turn and Face the Strange

    Thursday, October 15th, 2009

    Be sure to come out to VAIN this Saturday, October 17th, to celebrate the opening of our new exhibit “Turn & Face the Strange.” The show will be a diverse collection of works by artists Michael Lane, Josh Buesseler, Nicholas Kamuda, Ted Chen, and (new addition) Eddy Lee. It will not only promise to be a feast of beauty and curiosity, but it will also be a chance to examine and self-reflect through the exploration of portraits and human anatomy.

    Words aside, here’s a sneak peak of what’s ahead:

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    Untitled work by Eddy Lee

    Opening reception is Saturday October 17th 4pm – 9pm. We’ll have refreshments and tea to keep you warm!

    La Rousse     will be on our sidewalks from 12pm – 6pm     (inside, if it’s raining) featuring new clothing from Slow and Steady Wins the Race and local designers Galah.

    Also, be sure to check many of Seattle’s local artists in the open studios above the salon as well as the arrival of Surplus jewelry.

    Whew, there’s so much happening! See you there!
    xo,
    VAIN

    “Turn and Face the Strange” Opening reception at VAIN downtown 2018 1st Ave, Seattle 4pm – 9pm. Art on view through November 30th.

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    Photo Shoot Me: Just Dandy

    Tuesday, October 13th, 2009

    Hailing back to our memorable and fabulous collaborative photo shoot, we offer a peek into the genius of VAIN stylist Rachel. Currently a full time senior stylist at VAIN Ballard, Rachel is a devout anglophile and lover of all things dandified. She let that flag fly for our studio session; the result was great hair, precious teacups, sexual tension, and beautiful bold bursts of color. See for yourself.

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    Just Dandy

    Drew + his hot bits // VAIN

    Special thanks to real live Brit and VAIN talent Sharon for co-creating the sharp styles seen above.

    Keep an eye out for another work of art from this project, coming soon…

    xo,

    Sarah Jo, VAIN’s traveling style correspondent

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    Spend-Savvy Saturday: Art Opening/Sidewalk Sale!

    Thursday, July 30th, 2009

    Prepare yourself for this Saturday when VAIN hosts the opening of It’s not all about the Benjamins, baby – a collection of art for $50 or less! There will be all kinds of art from the 13 participating artists; from highbrow to lowbrow, downright irresistible, and simply excellent – all affordable. The opening is Saturday, August 1st, 4pm – 9pm at our downtown location.

    Not even all, La Rousse will be on our “front yard” for a daytime sidewalk sale from 12pm – 6pm. Chic, modern clothing for the ladies will be offered at reductions of 50% off or more!

    Come by for cold refreshments, feast your eyes on art, and find something stylish this Saturday!

    A sneak peak in gallery:

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    “Moroccan Restaurant” by Mark Selander

    Austin SappAustin Sapp’s “Olivia”

    Visit us for It’s not all about the Benjamins, baby in the gallery space adjacent to the salon at our downtown location:
    2018 1st Ave E, Seattle.
    Opening: Saturday, August 1st, 4pm – 9pm.
    La Rousse sidewalk sale: 12pm – 6pm.
    Art on display through August 31st.

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