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Unique artisan-made clothing, jewelry, and accessories
Press Release
Express Yourself with Artisan-Made Clothing, Jewelry, and Accessories
STYLE 2010: THE 6th ANNUAL WEARABLE ART SHOW AND SALE
April 24, 2010, 10am-5pm
At the Palo Alto Art Center, Palo Alto, California
www.paacf.org/style/
WHAT: Palo Alto’s spectacular Wearable Art Show and Sale returns Saturday, April 24, 2010,
with The 6th Annual Style 2010, at the Palo Alto Art Center. Featuring unique artisan-made
clothing, jewelry, and accessories, this year’s show welcomes a host of new artists from the Bay Area and
beyond, as well as live models, and the opportunity to meet the artists in person. Style 2010 is a must
for fashionistas and collectors alike.
Discover the inspired design and originality of wearable art designed and made by over 35 acclaimed
artists from Northern California and around the country. Find timeless textiles and classic jewelry
displayed alongside cutting-edge eco-conscious designs. Whether you delight in soft, artful tops made of
reclaimed cashmere, men’s wool gabardine shirts featuring pockets of antique Japanese textiles, or
earrings incorporating creatively reused materials, such as gilded nylons, you’re sure to find one-of-akind
wearable art to add pizzazz and personal expression to any wardrobe.
A key fundraiser for the Palo Alto Art Center Foundation, Style 2010 will benefit children’s art
education programs at the Palo Alto Art Center. Now in its 6th year, Diane Master, manager of
The Gallery Shop at the Palo Alto Art Center, produces Style 2010. “Style 2010 is a
very exciting show and only gets better every year. This year, we have wearable art to suit all budgets, all
ages, and, for the first time this year – men, as well as women! The event is a lot of fun; women help each
other select pieces, comment on each others' selections, and then review their purchases over lunch,”
says Master.
Style 2010 is open to the public and admission is free for all Palo Alto Art Center Foundation (PAACG)
members and $10.00 for non-members (fully tax-deductible). Lunch is available for purchase from Calafia
Café & Market a Go Go, calafiapaloalto.com with Chef Charlie Ayers, formerly known
as "The Google Chef." A special breakfast will held the morning of the event for Advocate-level members
($250/year) and above from 9-10am. Members attending the breakfast will be able to shop for a half hour
before the doors open to the general public.
WHEN: April 24, 2010, 10am-5pm
WHERE: The Palo Alto Art Center, 1313 Newell Road, Palo Alto, CA 94303
- Wheelchair accessible.
- Free car and bicycle parking at the Palo Art Center, and on the street.
- Take Caltrain to the Palo Alto station, then catch Valley Transit Authority (VTA) buses 35 or 86.
- Buses stop within one to two blocks of the Center.
SHOW HIGHLIGHTS
New artists this year:
- Gabriel Russo. Menswear featuring wool gabardine shirts, hand detailing, and pockets made
of vintage suiting and antique Japanese textiles.
- Kelly Nedderman. Textile-inspired jewelry utilizing hand-made paper, optical lenses,
antique buttons, and distressed metal.
- Heidi Paul. Unique and whimsical felted hats and soft tops fashioned from reclaimed
cashmere sweaters.
- Sandra Enterline. Distinctive necklaces, brooches, and earrings of drilled silver designed
for a woman’s body and sensually sculpted to play with light and movement.
- Holly Badgley. Luxurious one-of-a kind tops, jackets, and coats with hand-dyed printed
textiles of Moroccan, French, and Spanish influence.
- Suzanne Rubenstein. Elegant purses with semi-precious stone handles.
- Edith Schneider. Fashions to layer, made of bamboo, silk, and linen.
- Niki Ulehla. Artistic jewelry combining silver or gold with found objects, gilded nylons,
and wood.
- Kay Chapman. Clean lines and sophisticated silhouettes, easy-to-wear clothing collection
includes separates, special occasion, outerwear, and plus sizes.
Returning favorites this year include:
- Eric Silva. A handmade collection of wearable sculpture made with eco-conscious materials,
including rustic sterling silver, shed antler, recycled wood, and semi-precious stones.
- Chris Triola. New, expanded collection of sophisticated cotton washable knits with a
slightly understated aesthetic. Artist making first-time in-show appearance at Style 2010.
- Karen Gilbert. Exquisite jewelry collection inspired by familiar forms in nature.
- Anya. Fashions for women and men made of fun, stretch, comfortable and colorful fabrics,
soft woolens, silks, and stretch cottons.
- Emiko Oye. One-of-a-kind urban jewelry made from new and used LEGOS®, precious
metals , gemstones, plastics, and recycled materials.
- Cari Borja. A ruffly repertoire of wool tartan and fleece skirts, jackets and coats; bamboo
yoga clothes, bias-cut dresses, long evening coats, boleros, and baby clothes.
ADMISSION: Public: $10 donation (fully tax deductible). Members: Free. For more
information on PAACF membership, please call 650-617-3138, paacf.org/join or e-mail Linda Garguilo
at linda.garguilo@cityofpaloalto.org.
INFO LINE: (650) 329-2366
WEBSITE: www.paacf.org/style/
ABOUT The Palo Alto Art Center: The Palo Alto Art Center fosters creative process and
thought by forging a greater appreciation and understanding of the visual arts through exhibitions, studio
experiences, and related educational programs. http://www.cityofpaloalto.org/artcenter.
The Palo Alto Art Center Foundation is a non-profit organization founded to promote the Art Center’s
efforts and provide unique art experiences and education for people of all ages. It offers innovative
educational experiences for children and adults, produces high-profile exhibitions and catalogues, and
supports artists by paying equitable participation fees http://www.paacf.org.
EDITOR'S NOTE: High-resolution JPEG images are available for download at www.paacf.org/style or
by contacting Sharon Poynor at sharon@poynorpr.com
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