Local Artist: Les Yeux d'Extase by Izzie Klingels

Moksha is excited to introduce: Les Yeux d'Extase hand screened cards by Izzie Klingels.

Izzie Klingels is an illustrator who has recently moved to Seattle from London.

Les Yeux d'Extase is a line of hand screened cards created from her original pen and ink drawings. Izzie studied Fine Art at Chelsea School of Art in London and began working as an illustrator in 2001 when she founded Hey Ladies fanzine with a group of female friends.

Influenced by fairy tales, traditional folk illustrations, Vanitas paintings, psychedelic poster art, experimental film and surrealism she continues to evolve her style, which is a distinctive pen and ink stippling technique.

Her work appears in many books including 'Hand To Eye' (Laurence King Publishing), a book on contemporary illustration, and follow up 'The Picture Book'and she has lead fanzine workshops at the V&A and London College of Communication and given talks about her work at Chelsea College of Art, Middlesex University, University for the Creative Arts Epsom and Northwest College of Art.

Art Opening: Polish Handgun - A collection of visual art by Spencer Moody

Moksha Presents:

Polish HandgunA Collection of Visual Art by Spencer Moody

Opening Friday - January 27th, 2012

Moksha is very excited to present Polish Handgun, a collection of visual art by Spencer Moody. The opening reception will be Friday, January 20th, from 7-11pm with a special acoustic set by Moody (guest appearance by Cap Lori.) The exhibition is free and open to the public through February 16th, 2012.

Most commonly known as the singer for the Murder City Devils, Spencer Moody is a coffee roaster by trade and has been making music and visual art in Seattle since the early 90's. Moody uses his art as a medium to participate without direct engagement with others about the self-destructive nature of humanity. Plain spoken and direct; his work is not intellectual. Moody sometimes collaborates with his beautiful wife and talented artist, Coco Howard. (Coco will be Moksha's featured artist in May 2012.) Moody's current musical endeavor is Triumph of Lethargy Skinned Alive To Death.

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FRESH STOCK: Brixton

Ridge - Sage - $112

 The Ridge is a vintage inspired cotton/nylon parka jacket. 

It is lined with a custom cotton flannel and features an inside breast pocket. 

Spitfire - Khaki/Green - $92

The limited edition Spitfire and Brixton

heavyweight flannel features custom woven labels and buttons

It is lined with sherpa for extra warmth.

Klein - Navy - $82

 The Klein is a lightweight polyester jacket with a tailored fit. 

It features front snap cargo pockets with additional side pockets for hands.

Memphis - Black Plaid - $62

The Memphis is a fitted cotton plaid long sleeve button shirt

adjustable button sleeves and two breast pockets.

There is a Brixton woven label at pocket side and on interior yoke. 

Donez - Heather Charcoal - $66

The Donez is a cotton flannel long sleeve button shirt

with a standard fit and adjustable button sleeves.

There is a Brixton woven label above the left pocket. 

Memphis - Blue Plaid - $62

The Memphis is a fitted cotton plaid long sleeve button shirt

adjustable button sleeves and two breast pockets.

There is a Brixton woven label at pocket side and on interior yoke. 

Autumn Shadows

"For man, autumn is a time of harvest,

of gathering together. 

For nature, it is a time of sowing, 

of scattering abroad."  

-Edwin Way Teale 

 

Bree Dress - Truffle $96

Designer pleat women's truffle Darling Bree Dress

featuring crew neck, sleeveless, neck to waist crochet design,

front centre pleats, discreet side zip and fully lined.

Shell and Lining: 100% Polyester. Lace: 100% Cotton 

Beth Top - Teal $79

Designer pleat women's Darling Beth Top

featuring round neck, spaghetti straps,

ruffled fleur left shoulder design, tunic, and full lined.

Shell & Lining: 100% polyester

Beth Dress - Black $88

Designer ruffled women's black Darling Beth Dress

featuring round neck, sleeveless, slim string belt,

ruffled fleur left shoulder design, flare dress and fully lined. 

Shell: 70% Cotton 30% and Nylon. Lining: 100% Polyester
 

Bree Dress - Truffle $96

Designer pleat women's truffle Darling Bree Dress

featuring crew neck, sleeveless, neck to waist crochet design,

front centre pleats, discreet side zip and fully lined. 

Shell and Lining: 100% Polyester. Lace: 100% Cotton

Beth Dress - Black $88

Designer ruffled women's black Darling Beth Dress

featuring round neck, sleeveless, slim string belt,

ruffled fleur left shoulder design, flare dress and fully lined. 

Shell: 70% Cotton 30% and Nylon. Lining: 100% Polyester

Say hello to our new favorite, Darling!

The Darling range is the vision of Nadia Moraes, the London based designer and entrepreneur who created the label. As an independent boutique owner, Nadia spent many years sourcing pieces for her shops and was inspired to launch her own collection by the lack of affordable, beautiful and stylish clothing available. 

Ultra feminine, vintage inspired and quintessentially ‘English’ with subtle details and accents that the Brits are well known for.  Perfect for any seasonal engagement or cocktail party...

www.darlingclothes.com

Photographer: Chrissie White

Model: Raton Rose 

Small Business Saturday

Just think, what three independently owned businesses would you miss if they disappeared? Stop in. Say Hello. Pick up something that would bring a smile. Your purchases are what keeps those businesses around.

If half the employed population spent $50 each month in locally owned independent businesses, it would generate more than $42.6 billion in revenue. Imagine the positive impact if 3/4 the employed population did that.

For every $100 spent in locally owned independent stores, $68 returns to the community through taxes, payroll and other expenditures. If you spend that in a national chain, only $43 stays here. Spend it online, and nothing comes home.

The number of people it takes to start the trend... is you.

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The 3/50 Project

Art Opening: Sound & Vision by Luke Yates

Moksha is excited to present:

"Sound and Vision"
Part 2 of 2, series finale to 2009's- "We are the Dead".
An obsessive ode to David Bowie & vintage comic book art.
...
WHEN: Opening Reception, FRIDAY OCT 21st @ 7pm
Exhibit runs through November 17th, 2011

WHO:
Luke Yates
In the year 1980, a baby was struck by a series of gamma rays, giving him strange powers. Later that night, the very same child was carried away in the night by a pack of wolves. An upbringing in Portland, OR under the care of said creatures, gave him a "super" sense for the strange. As he grew into a matured humanoid, a relocation to Seattle, WA, laid the ground work for him to co-form the super team Band Vibes. This set him on a dangerous path of freelance design and art projects for various splinter factions around the globe.

WHY:
We've got Ziggy Stardust. A mysterious, cosmic character. A fictitious rock entity who came to earth heralding tales of space, love and dystopian futures. Who better to be re-imagined as a super human from the Golden Age of comics?

Mr. B is shown in an homage collection of comic covers from artists/characters who sparked inspiration at a young age. A love letter to some of the comic books that stayed in my brain all these years, and continue to keep me in love with their colors, composition and design.

WHAT:
Using my favorite Bowie songs, the tracks represent the "comic title". Taking a que from the quintessential bold phrasing and tag lines that vintage comics would use to grab readers, I pulled lyrics from these songs to build the image and give a story. Below each piece will be the lyrics sheet, so you can see where some of the concept comes from.

Each piece is 12x18". Mixed media. Pencil, ink, watercolor mixed with digital coloring. Then heavily weathered to give that yellowed, dog eared feel to an old book. They are essentially put together like a "real" comic. Heavy paper stock front/back cover. Bound newsprint pages(22). And to complete the feel of a good, back issue bin comic, they are bagged and boarded.

To top if all off, wrangling the help of the illustrious country western band- the Lonesome Billies, we put together a live music ensemble, to provide you the show goer, with a mutli-dimensional experience where we play some of the pieces/songs featured on the wall. All set in a futuristic space western. Lo and behold the Lonesome Bowies were formed. Be sure to shine up the space boots and don't forget your cowboy hat!

Check out the first edition of Luke's Series "We are the Dead"
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My Faves: Thad Sweater by WESC

I wouldn't mind snuggling up next to a sweet gent wearing the THAD sweater by WESC.

men's l/s knitted cardigan
• 7 gauge
• regular fit
• jacquard knit
• leather imitation sleeve patches
• rib at placket, bottom hem and cuffs
• tape at neck
• button front closure
• WeSC flag label
QUALITY:
acrylic/wool mix 70% acrylic 30% wool

$98

The Chase

“So many people walk around with a meaningless life. They seem half-asleep, even when they're busy doing things they think are important. This is because they're chasing the wrong things. The way you get meaning into your life is to devote yourself to loving others, devote yourself to your community around you, and devote yourself to creating something that gives you purpose and meaning.”  - Morrie Schwartz

 

 

Photographed by Chrissie White

Models: Zach Hoffner & Tennessee Rose

Wardrobe Styling: Elvia Carreon

Outfit Details: 

1.  Zach:

Brixton - Mephis button down woven, Blue Plaid - $62

WESC - 5 pocket denim, Great Grey - $102

Vintage Handmade Italian Leather Shoe - $52

Brown Coated Canvas Tote - $92

2.  Tennesee Rose:

Handmade Crochet Vest - $18

Saffron - Peacock Tee - $28

Denim Skirt - 

Vintage Leather Heels - $58

3.  Zach: 

Obey - Manchester button down woven, Grey - $78

Obey - Juvee Modern Chinos, Khaki - $80

Vintage Handmade Italian Leather Shoe $52

4.  Tennesee Rose:

Lace Dress $42 

5.  Zach:

Obey - Tempest sweater, Black - $74

Oukey - Blue Scoop Neck Tee - $22

Obey - Standard Issue Classic, Raw Indigo - $66

Vintage Handmade Italian Leather Shoe - $52

6.  Tennessee Rose: 

Obey - St Germaine Painter button down, Army - $82

Masque - Bunny Tee - $28

Recycled Denim Cut-offs - $18

7.  Zach: 

Brixton - Hooligan hat, Navy Chambray - $36

Obey - Alpine button down woven, Mallard Green - $74

Obey - Juvee Modern Chinos, Khaki - $80

Coated Canvas Messenger Bag - $92

8.   Zach:  

Lifetime Collective - Belfast Windbreaker, Green - $132 (sale - $99)

Obey - Fieldman Button Down Woven, Burnt Orange - $78

Obey - Standard Issue Classic, Raw Indigo - $66

Bow Tie - Grey Silk - $18 

Love this!!

raton rose

Fading Summer

"I walk without flinching through the burning cathedral of the summer. My bank of wild grass is majestic and full of music. It is a fire that solitude presses against my lips."
- Violette Leduc, Mad in Pursuit

Photographed by Chrissie White
Models: Raton Rose & Sammie
Wardrobe Styling: Elvia Carreon

Outfit Details:

1.
Grey Knit Fleece with Tail $42
Mustard Reconstructed Pencil Skirt w/Zipper $28
Bronze Bow Necklace $34
Vintage Handmade Leather Boots $58

2.
Beige Knee Length Sweater $42
Grey Polka Dot Maxi Dress $38
Handmade Leather Sandals w/Blue $38
Tan Leather Belt $25
Earrings $18

3.
Burgundy Reconstructed Hooded Leather Jacket $140
Reconstructed Vintage Blouse $22
Reconstructed Vintage Floral Pencil Skirt $28

4.
Brixton Black Bowler $52
Black & White Cotton/Sheer Stripe Blouse $42
Black Slacks $46
Handmade Leather Sandals w/metal studs $38

5.
Cream Linen Blazer $38
Navy Blue Cotton Blouse $28
High Waist Denim Shorts $36
Vintage Leather Boots $58

The Great Affair Is To Move: Photographs by Kyle Johnson

Moksha is excited to present, "The Great Affair Is To Move,"
A collection of photographs by Kyle Johnson.

Opening reception is on
Friday, August 26, 2011 from 8pm-11pm.
The exhibit is free and open to the public for viewing through September 22.

ARTIST STATEMENT
The following work was all shot during travels I have taken this summer from destinations including Sayulita, Mexico, Alaska & San Francisco. The show is influenced by the following quote, "For my part, I travel not to go anywhere, but to go. I travel for travel's sake. The great affair is to move." - Robert Louis Stevenson

BIOGRAPHY
Twenty seven year old photographer Kyle Johnson loves exploring new places and shooting new people. He strives to create intriguing images that are classically executed. Recently his portrait work has been published in VICE magazine, Popular Mechanics Magazine & Rolling Stone.

http://kjphotos.tumblr.com
http://kjphotos.com
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Art Opening: Connected & Disconnected Space by Jordan Kay

Moksha is excited to present:
Connected & Disconnected Space
Illustrations by Jordan Kay

Opening Reception Friday ~ July 15 @ 8pm - 11pm
Cupcakes & Champagne

Exhibit runs through August 18th.

A space in which all components are one-point sets is called totally disconnected. Related to this property, a space X is called totally separated if, for any two elements x and y of X, there exist disjointed open neighborhoods. U of x and V of y such that X is the union of U and V. Clearly any totally separated space is totally disconnected, except the possibility of dark matter existing, therefore connecting all disconnected elements and spaces.

If there exists no two disjointed non-empty open sets in a space, X, X must be connected, and thus hyper-connected spaces are also connected. Since a simply connected space is, by definition, also required to be path connected, any simply connected space is also connected. Note however, that if the path connectedness requirement is dropped from the definition of simple connectivity, a simply connected space does not need to be connected. Yet stronger versions of connectivity include the notion of a contractible space. Every contractible space is path connected and thus also connected. Therefore in recent findings every space is theoretically connected.

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This was filmed in the hot shop at the Museum of Glass in Tacoma, Washington.



I daydream about having one of these apparatuses rigged up to the nice high ceiling of Moksha's gallery space some day for me to play on

SHORTS!

The ladies at Moksha wear shorts all year round. Usually paring them with leggings, stockings bold in color or intricate in design and knitting. We are not bound by seasons! However, if you are not as inclined, the season is upon you. Well, flirting with us actually, but if we manifest the light and warmth, perhaps we can will it into reality?