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Artists, Musicians, and Sponsors-2011
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2011 Artists and Vendors Visual Arts & Crafts Carlos Vasile-Olguin - Carlos is a recent graduate from UCSC Fine Art. Painting, drawing and printmaking are his primary focus. http://www.wix.com/carlosvolguin/Art-of-Carlos-Vasile-Olguin Melita Israel - Watercolor art work of local scenes and other interests. Melita has been painting since 1975. She was in Open Studio for 7 years with sales at her home in Aptos. Wild by Nature by Amanda Flammang - Kids clothing and accessories, as well as jewelry, all of which is inspired by nature, while harnessing an appreciation and love for the environment. A Saved Image - Original photographs and notecards. http://asavedimage.blogspot.com John Hanses - John has been doing photography for more than 20 years. He has experience in all processes of photography from shooting small to large format, color & B&W processing and printing both professionally and personally, and has had various shows in the states and abroad. Alison Brooks - Alison Brooks is a photographer with over 30 years experience. Her current work involves the use of x rays to visualize the inner structures of plants and sea shells. John Paulson - Photography has been both John's passion and profession for the past 33 years. He has a B.A. degree in Art from San Jose State University and has been awarded both the Master of Photography and Photographic Craftsman degrees from the Professional Photographers of America. In 1997 John began pursuing digital images in his work. John's current works have evolved from his travels in the Mediterranean. Capturing the basic beauty of the land and enhancing it's drama is what he enjoys best. John's work can be seen in the Kaleid Gallery 88 South 4th Street, San Jose, CA 95113. Cynthia Frase - Beaded Jewelry, work exploring textures and colors Mary Rowe. -Bendable animals out of yarn .They are at Artisans Gallery,Davenport Gallery and Rivendell. Other shows have included Bargattos Art and Wine and Pescadero Art and Music Festival. Mary has a M.F.A. from the SanFrancisco Art Institute Sculpture and has aught sculpture and ceramics classesfor adults and children. Ann Fortina - Lampworked beads, stained glass pieces, and glass kaliedscopes. Amanda Nazzal - Perspective photography and collage. Noah Gould - Noah's work covers a variety of subjects from traditional portraiture and landscape painting to plein air and into the modern and post modern expressions in art making. He is also am a avid enthusiast for music theater and philosophy. Noah teaches an art class at Moss Landing. www.wix.com/noahgould/noahgould Bodacious Buttonz - Eclectic ,vintage one of kind hand crafted button bracelets and baubles that are currently sold in stores Northern and Southern California. Each one is artfully sculpted with vintage buttons and beads and laced with laughter , joy and love. My dream is to recreate a glimpse of the past with used discarded buttons , fabrics ,clothing and beads that are overlooked in our every day life. bodaciousbuttonz.com Gwendolyn P. - Painting and mixed media pieces from Corralitos Cynthia Frase – Beaded jewelry, work exploring textures and colors. Kids Art Collaborative Crafty Creations – Ellia, Abby, & Lindsey, three amazingly creative kids, making bookmarks, cards, and portraits. Melissa L. – Island inspired, tropical style, very colorful acrylic paintings, handmade feather earrings and beaded necklaces and bracelets. Pete Lozano – Pete works in a variety of mediums including murals, colored pencil drawings, and sketches. Subjects include butterflies, exotic birds, and flowers. Seven Red Roses – Handmade jewelry, clothing, and accessories. 7redrose.com -- If you have applied but are not on the list you should have recieved a confirmation email. If you have not confirmed, but would like to participate please email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . -- |
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| Ploughman |
Ploughman is Northern California's answer for psychodelic- americana- soul, a sound shaded with introspective undertones and improvisation. Eric Morrison Smith sings with a strong soulful vocal, plays rhythm and lead guitar and writes the songs and words. Then the band reworks the songs through time together. Bill Fanara plays rhythm guitar and sings background vocals. Bill adds a tasteful, ambient style with a great understanding of space in music. ploughmanband.com |
| Paul Mazzei | Paul Mazzei is a singer/songwriter based out of Santa Cruz, CA. Paul composes soulful songs that infuse elements of Folk, Blues, and Rock to create a distinctive Americana sound. His songs tells stories that can be heartbreaking, thought-provoking or simply infectiously fun. Paul incorporates a unique blend of catchy percussive guitar rhythm, beautiful melody, and mellow blues guitar riffs. During his day job Paul is an environmental educator at Exploring New Horizons in Loma Mar, CA. Here he teaches children about environmental stewardship through experiential learning and music. www.paulmazzeimusic.com |
| The Phillips Brothers Revival Band | A three piece christian rock band. mysaviornow.org |
| Gene Fintz & The Fintztones |
We are the Fintztones, with myself (Gene) on guitar and vocals, my daughter Alia on bass, sax, and vocals, and Wade on guitar and vocals. Our 3 part harmonies and original tunes will uplift the spirit and satisfy the soul. www.genefintz.com |
| Streuth |
Streuth is a local Santa Cruz 3 piece blues group playing Chicago, Texas, London and contemporary blues. The bands style doesn't fit into a single catogory and whether they are playing older chicago blues or originals it's all played with feel and passion in Streuth's own unique, fresh and modern way. But just because they are a blues band doesn't mean they can't rock it out and get everyone up and dancing. Streuth is made of up relocated Canadian Mark Howe on guitar and vocals, Marty Thompsom a long time Santa Cruz resident on bass and vocals and Matt Wolfe another long time Santa Cruz resident on drums. Mark, Marty and Matt are all avid blues fans and are most happy when they are playing the music they love for audiences in the Bay Area.
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| Ancestree |
We are a semi-professional seven-piece band, with saxophone, keyboards, percussion and original material. We can bring all the sound equipment and make a nice party for people of all ages! |
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| Urban Theory |
Pop/Rock/Blues/Alternative from Santa Cruz Ryan Cummings - Lead Vocals, Guitar |
| Funk Faction |
Modern Jazz and Funk. http://funkfaction.com/ |
| The Renegade Noise band | Starting out as a Beatles tribute band in the Spring of 2009, the first three members of The Renegade Noise Band formed into a band called The Knights that Summer. They wanted to play any and all forms of classic rock, and eventually gig around the county. This dream slowly became reality as the band wrote original songs, and performed at churches and restaurants and private parties. |
| Silly Creature | We are a 3-piece Instrumental Cosmic Post-Metal Funk band from Santa Cruz. Our style of music is complex and divergent, yet groovy and enjoyable, with long melodic songs that hardly repeat parts. Currently, we are at work writing and recording our second full length album, which will be released through our personal label Humorous Beast Records www.facebook.com/sillycreature |
| Sponsors | |
| Pine Forest Studios | Free 2 Hour Recording Session for Open Mic Winners |
| Make Art Matter | Eco Workshop - Make Art Matter Eco-Arts, Inc (MAMEA) is a company that works to strongly support, and grow a culture of young environmentalist through the development and implantation of collaborative eco- art programs and productions. |
| Aptos Christian Childcare Center |
Sponsoring the Spin-Art Table. Aptos Christian Childcare Center is a well established school with a long history of serving families and children in the Aptos area. Recently we have been going through some changes which we believe will bring even more creativity, fun, and education to the children who attend here.
Visit the Aptos Christian Childcare Center Website |
| Aptos Christian Fellowship |
We are a group of Christ followers exploring what it means to live a life full of God's goodness, beauty, and truth. We want to engage in creative worship, dig deep into the scriptures, and compassionately serve others by engaging in mission and advocating social justice both at home and abroad.
Visit the Aptos Christian Fellowship Website |