MY PHOTO WAS FEATURED ON "MISSION LOCAL!!!"

STORE CLOSING: ARTIST-XCHANGE GALLERY

I am SO sad to hear that the Artist-Xchange Gallery, located at 3169 16th Street, in the Mission, has closed. The owner, Scott Mitchell, and store manager Catherine Tacorda, were great to work with.

Artist-Xchange was truly a place where artists could feel supported and promoted. The first Friday of every month, they'd host an "artist opening," where artists could mingle, the public can interact with us and buy work, and everyone could enjoy a drink and live music courtesy of a DJ. I almost always got a monthly check from items I sold there, including vintage curtain tote bags, jewelry, crocheted bangles and Portable Pockets.

I'm hoping that their online site and store will stay up (will keep you posted as I learn the deets; click on the logo above to visit). I will miss the eclectic, artsy presence of the Artist-Xchange on 16th St. and in the Mission in general.

LISTEN TO MY RADIO INTERVIEW ON "LIVE IN THE MIX O PLIXX!!!"

It's at about the 30 minute mark. :)

BID ON MY PHOTO "MISSION DOLORES ROSES" @ THE ARTIST X-CHANGE SILENT AUCTION FEB. 5-7!!!

Today, I submitted a framed 8x10 photograph for the Artist XChange's "For My Valentine" silent auction (along with new merchandise for sale). The piece, seen above, is called "Mission Dolores Roses." On Friday, Artist Xchange will be throwing a great exhibit party (which they throw the first Friday of every month) showcasing all the latest art, jewelry, photographs and more, complete with DJ, wine and snacks. Come by, check out my new work and the new work of other amazing artists, and make a bid on the available works up for auction!!!

Here's more info about the auction from the Artist Xchange website:

"For My Valentine - Silent Auction
Saturday, February 7th, 12PM-7PM

In conjunction with the “We HEART the Mission” events being held on Feb 7th. The Artist-Xchange will be having a silent auction. To find out more about the "We HEART the Mission" events you can check out the following website (http://getlocalsf.com/).

Bidding starts at noon on Thursday Feb 5th.

Final bids will be taken at 7pm on Saturday Feb 7th."

Don't forget to come back to the Mission on Saturday, Feb. 7, and support the local, artsy businesses that help make it so great. The hipsters love their American Apparel (myself included), but they don't seem to want it in the Mission. This event hopes to drive that point home.

NEW SZOENYI JEWELRY FOR SALE

Here are some brand new jewelry I made for my SZOENYI line that are now available for purchase. For more information or to buy, contact me at alex@alextheartiste.com or just leave me a comment.

"Sweetheart Necklace" on sterling silver chain - $35

              "Victoria" blue vintage bead earrings - $30

"Southwest Turquoise" vintage bead earrings with sterling silver components - $30

                                       "Homegirl Chic" vintage black and gold link chain - $35

 "Homegirl Chic" vintage black and gold link bracelet - $25

"Victoria" blue vintage bead drop earrings - $30

"Monica Lemon Drop" plastic bead earrings with sterling silver components - $30