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Thank you 2018 #3

Countdown day 3! Did you get the chance to check out Unmoored in Times Square this summer? On July 11th, Mel Chin’s collaboration with Microsoft went live and featured a riveting depiction of Times Square underwater via Hololens mixed reality technology. This piece was aimed to raise awareness about the dangers of global warming, depicting a world where climate change has gone unchecked. We loved collaborating with Microsoft on this inspiring and stunning project.

Day 3: Instagram 2018 - That’s A Wrap 🙌

Did you get the chance to check out Unmoored in Times Square this summer?

On July 11th, Mel Chin’s collaboration with Microsoft went live and featured a riveting depiction of Times Square underwater via Hololens mixed reality technology.

This piece was aimed to raise awareness about the dangers of global warming, depicting a world where climate change has gone unchecked. We loved collaborating with Microsoft on this inspiring and stunning project.

Conceptual artist and activist Mel Chin collaborated with Microsoft to create a site-specific mixed reality experience in NYC's Times Square. Using HoloLens and a custom mobile phone AR app, Unmoored explores a possible future, where climate change has gone unchecked and Times Square is under 26 feet of water.


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Microsoft's Unmoored with Mel Chin, Time's Square NYC
Microsoft's Unmoored with Mel Chin, Time's Square NYC
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Thank You 2018 #2

Day two of our 7 top memories of 2018 countdown and we’re throwing it back to the QuadPay Media Lunch just last month in Manhattan. We gathered a few great friends to have a bite and talk about QuadPay - the new fintech company that lets you make your fashion retail purchases in four equal payments rather than one.

Day 2: Instagram 2018 - That’s A Wrap 🙌

Day two of our seven top memories of 2018 countdown and we’re throwing it back to the QuadPay Media Lunch just last month in Manhattan. We gathered a few great friends to have a bite and talk about QuadPay, the new fintech company that lets you make your fashion retail purchases in four equal payments rather than one. 👏

By the way, check out that view from Manhatta restaurant! What are your favourite views in the city?

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See.Me Presents Risha Rox in Partnership with Chashama

Heavenly Bodies is an autobiographical series of skyscapes that represent very specific locations and events of the artist’s life. With the human body as her canvas, Rox now presents this series as a photo documentary of her work accompanied by a live painting performance. And through See.Me, these works will be available for the first time as limited-edition prints.

Adding another event to this year’s calendar of happenings around the country, See.Me has partnered with Chashama to present the season’s solo exhibition featuring Los Angeles–based visual artist Risha Rox.

Heavenly Bodies is an autobiographical series of skyscapes that represent very specific locations and events of the artist’s life. With the human body as her canvas, Rox now presents this series as a photo documentary of her work accompanied by a live painting performance. And through See.Me, these works will be available for the first time as limited-edition prints.

 

WHO:         Risha Rox, an interdisciplinary artist working in the mediums of painting, performance, installation and sculpture. Presented by online artist platform See.Me, in partnership with the non-profit art initiative Chashama.

WHAT:        An exclusive exhibition of the artists Heavenly Bodies works, with a special live performance of the artist at work.

WHERE:      One Brooklyn Bridge Park, 360 Furman St, Brooklyn, NY 11201

WHEN:        Wednesday, August 1, 6:00pm–10:00pm

WHY:          For the first time, the works of Risha Rox in her series Heavely Bodies will be presented in a photographical presentation that will also be made available for collectors and appreciators to purchase through See.Me.

ABOUT SEEME — SeeMe has changed the game of artistic entrepreneurship by strengthening direct relationships between artists, gallerists, and collectors, as well as helping a fleet of new artists in a creative league of their own to establish recognition for their work. SeeMe's online platform and regular exhibitions have become an irreplaceable resource for artists who wish to take their careers to the next level. With an incredible audience of over a million art-enthusiasts across 30 countries, SeeMe offers these artists the exposure they deserve.

 

Online: www.See.Me  |  Instagram: @SeeMeCommunity  |  Twitter: @SeeMe   |  Facebook: /SeeMe     

 

 

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See.Me Launches 2018 Event Series at Public, NYC

For the past five years, SeeMe has connected the world's creators to a global audience, both online and in real-world exhibitions and experiences. Thousands of creators have been exhibited to millions of viewers around the globe, from Art Basel Miami, to the Louvre and the White House, and dozens of shows throughout New York City.


Kicking off Armory Art Week, the ever-growing artist community SeeMe tonight premiered this year’s exhibition event series in partnership with Public Arts. A panel of recognized creative professionals curates artists for each show from an extended online competition, with this first show for 2018 featuring Bita Cuartas, Nima Chaichi, Gabriel Guerra Bianchini, Jennifer Orhélys, Jean Toir, and Cristobal Marambio.

For the past five years, SeeMe has connected the world's creators to a global audience, both online and in real-world exhibitions and experiences. Thousands of creators have been exhibited to millions of viewers around the globe, from Art Basel Miami, to the Louvre and the White House, and dozens of shows throughout New York City.

SeeMe has now become the destination for serious artists and photographers to establish recognition, connect with enthusiasts and collectors, and develop genuine commercial opportunity. With an audience of more than 1 million supporters spanning over 30 countries, SeeMe has established an open platform that allows emerging artists and photographers to truly flourish outside of the traditional and restrictive agent / gallery model. Through their ongoing series of exhibition events, SeeMe is further strengthening the relationships between artists, gallerists and collectors.

The 2018 event series continues in New York City, with a special activation in Times Square following the online submission of works beginning this month.

For more information on joining the community, visit www.See.Me.

 

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Upscale Gastronomy on the Lower East Side

Opening its doors in 2008, Chloe 81 fast became a favorite for anyone wanting a late-night drink amongst the connected New York scene. This exclusive location has now expanded to the ground floor above its iconic cellar bar with Chloe 81 Blue, offering its fashionable clientele the finest in oysters, a raw bar and crafted cocktails.

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The Iconic Chloe 81 Expands with Chloe 81 Blue: A Refined Artisanal Cocktail and Oyster Bar.

Opening its doors in 2008, Chloe 81 fast became a favorite for anyone wanting a late-night drink amongst the connected New York scene. This exclusive location has now expanded to the ground floor above its iconic cellar bar with Chloe 81 Blue, offering its fashionable clientele the finest in oysters, a raw bar and crafted cocktails.

The three owners of Chloe 81 Blue – M Kouger, Brooke Smy and Michael Townsend – have been partnering in inspired hospitality ventures for over six years. Each with a specialty skill set and variety of background, together they combine for a diverse management team that brings much to both this fast-growing business and to the evolving neighborhood. In introducing this much-needed destination for fine seafood and artisanal cocktails, the team of Chloe 81 again elevates the nightlife of New York City’s Lower East Side.

“The LES has changed dramatically in the past few years. There is a lot more foot traffic, affluence and excitement surrounding the area and we're thrilled to have been and to continue to be a part of it“, says M Kouger, co-owner of Chloe 81. “Our collective vision as a management team is to create spaces that bring in a wide array of guests looking for quality food, cocktails and quite simply, a really good time”.

Over the last decade, New York’s Lower East Side has become the neighborhood of choice for those wanting to experience an authentic taste of the city. No longer dirty streets and dive bars, the LES is now home to some of New York’s most inspired boutiques, bars and eateries. Bringing further vibrancy to the neighborhood, Chloe 81 Blue takes its inspiration from a Parisian bistro with custom-designed bar and handcrafted furniture built entirely for this special space. Blue banquettes continue yet contrast the red theme from the cellar bar, set against pristine subway tiling, polished steel finishing and Victorian tin ceilings to create an atmosphere that raises its already high reputation of social excellence.

 

Address:                      Chloe 81 Blue          

81 Ludlow St. (between Delancey and Broome), Lower East Side, New York, NY 10002

Hours:                         5pm–12pm Weekdays, 5pm–2am Weekends

                                                           

For more information visit www.chloe81.com. For all media inquiries contact VOCAL.  

 

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The VOCAL Times – Jenna Putnam

Jenna has been taking photographs and writing from a young age.  Born in Hawaii and raised in Southern California, Jenna moved to Los Angeles in 2008 where she became an assistant editor for a local music magazine. She soon devel- oped an interest in photography and began teaching herself through the medium of film.

Jenna Putnam is an American photographer and writer based in New York City.  Her style has been described as raw and evocative, extracting a sensual yet confident vulnerability from her subjects.

Jenna has been taking photographs and writing from a young age.  Born in Hawaii and raised in Southern California, Jenna moved to Los Angeles in 2008 where she became an assistant editor for a local music magazine. She soon devel- oped an interest in photography and began teaching herself through the medium of film.

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In 2011, she moved to New York City to further pursue a career in photography.  She has since been published in Oyster, The Fashionisto and many other publications. She shot her first advertising campaign in 2013 for Rag& Bone’s “DIY Project”.  Sh's also been featured as a guest writer and photographer for Leica Blog.

She is currently focused on shooting portraits and fashion, as well as writing poetry and short stories. 

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La Barbona unites authentic Mexican with old New York

Bringing a fresh taste of authentic Mexican and a vibe of the old New York back to Greenwich Village, La Barbona is set to open its doors on October X as a reliable go-to for the well informed to kick off or continue a night out. Hidden beneath its iconic sister restaurant De Santos, the discrete location and limited seating set the stage for a refined experience of signature mezcal cocktails and a good time over mind-blowing tacos and ceviches.


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Tacos, Ceviches and Mezcal Fuel NYC’s New Exclusive Speakeasy.

Bringing a fresh taste of authentic Mexican and a vibe of the old New York back to Greenwich Village, La Barbona is set to open its doors on October X as a reliable go-to for the well informed to kick off or continue a night out. Hidden beneath its iconic sister restaurant De Santos, the discrete location and limited seating set the stage for a refined experience of signature mezcal cocktails and a good time over mind-blowing tacos and ceviches.

Coming to La Barbona via the famed Acme and Montauk’s Surf Lodge, head chef Michael Hamilton began his career under seafood guru Rick Stein; the UK’s top-rated seafood chef. Continuing under the highly acclaimed Daniel Boloud at New York City’s Gordon Ramsey at The London, he then moved downtown to open Kingswood and tenure at Acme with Mads Refslund. His British heritage and contemporary influence bring a unique and inspiring edge to the select menu of family heirloom recipes passed down to Luis Migel Amutio, raised in Mexico and now returning to his roots at La Barbona.

Built from consciously sourced ingredients, such as grass-fed beef to wild-caught fish, the menu is kept clean and simple. In traditional Mexican outfits reflecting their culinary heritage, two ladies hand-press tortillas to create taco sensations and ceviche specialties as guests continue raising a glass well into the early hours. The intimate allure of the kitchen is complimented by the venue’s deceivingly simplistic design, meticulously outfitted by award-winning interior designer Kenyan Paris Lewis. In all, La Barbona presents basic at its best with the finest essentials of any great night out – great drinks, great food and great people in a great space.

“La Barbona is a place to escape the city, and somehow find it,” says Luis Migel Armutio, co-owner of this new late-night hotspot. “ No other venue in Manhattan has the power to transport you to Mexico the way that La Barbona can.”

As one of seven accomplished entrepreneurs behind La Barbona, the ownership team creates a restaurant-bar that’s as memorable as its founders, with the select clientele directly influenced by their vast collective network: British-born doorman-turned-clothing designer Richard Wheeler; Australian restaurateur Dylan Hales who has lead the marketing and operations for a host of successful restaurants and winner of the Zagat 30 Under 30 award for the best young, innovative chefs; actor and movie producer John S. Gordon; nightlife habitué, marketing virtuoso and the driving force behind Common Thread Projects and Up&Down nightclub, Andrew “Ronnie” Flynn; British boxer and restaurateur James Huddleston; and Alejandro Gonzalez, drummer and songwriter for the most successful Latin band in history, Mana.

With a program of phased openings to accommodate the immense reception already received, La Barbona is on its way to becoming not just a city favorite for Mexican food lovers, but the speakeasy icon New York has been missing.

La Barbona, 139 West 10th Street, New York, NY 10014

 

La Barbona

Hidden beneath its sister restaurant, the beloved De Santos in Greenwich Village, stepping into La Barbona is like being transported to Mexico for the night. Interior designer Kenyan Paris Lewis put a playful twist on the traditional Mexican cantina for the space with dark wood, lots of candlelight and the charming kind of knick knacks you would find at a roadside mom and pop restaurant. The combination of a discreet location and limited seating gives an air of exclusivity without the pretension, perfect for impressing a date or the family when they’re in town.

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Pantone Colorwear on the Streets of NYC

For the launch of the Pantone Colorwear clothing line, VOCAL enlisted a young and vibrant team to hit the streets during New York Fashion Week to actively promote the opening of a dedicated popup shop in the city's fashionable Meatpacking Distric.

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For the launch of the Pantone Colorwear clothing line, VOCAL enlisted a young and vibrant team to hit the streets during New York Fashion Week to actively promote the opening of a dedicated popup shop in the city's fashionable Meatpacking Distric. Donned in clean, white painters coveralls, each member carried a bouquet of helium balloons of a classic Pantone color, with one representing the recently announced Color of the Year – Radiant Orchid. Responding the the inevitable inquiries from a curious and cheered public, they passed out invitations to visit the Pantone store and receive an exclusive gift with purchase.

Beginning at the Lincoln Center for the week's biggest fashion shows, the team engaged with arriving notables, media, bloggers and designers as they made their way through the awaiting crowd of paparazzi. From here, they ambled through the city, stopping for photo opportunities with locals in Central Park, mixing with tourists in Times Square, mingling with locals down Broadway and finally into the stone streets of the Meatpacking District where the evening festivities for NYFW were underway.

For all media inquiries contact VOCAL.  

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