September 2010

Featured Artist:
Arielle Adkin

“Risk and Carnivorous Plants”

Carnivorous plants are traps⎯sensual, colorful, sweet nectar-filled traps. The fly takes a risk to receive what is desired. What are the odds that you land on a trap? What are the odds that you will be nourished and sustained? What are the odds that you will die? Creating this series of paintings was like creating my own myth. The pieces are structured in such a way as to reference pages in a narrative. The handmade stencils are hyper-romantic, displaying a flare of passion which shows the heart is present within each piece. The cataloged varieties* of carnivorous plants give physical form to the intangible fleeting moments of risk-taking. The rest of the myth unfolds as one decides what has happened to the fly. This series of paintings began with a stream of consciousness essay about the need to take emotional risks. I diligently meditated on what it means to put one’s heart out into the world. What is risk and how does one decide to take it? These questions led me to consider risks taken in nature. “Would it be WORTH the risk? If the person or the love is not greater than what we feel, we stand to lose we don’t risk, we don’t move forward.”- A. Adikin

*I did my best to identify the plants correctly.

Featured Designer
REIF

At Reif Haus we draw inspiration from the past to create pieces for the future. Reif garments are designed to stand the test of time; to spend time on shoulders and hips, rather than in closets. Our choice of modern and sustainable fabrics molds a look that is both fashion-forward and socially-progressive. The Reif Haus was founded in 2008 by Lindsey Reif. Living in Portland, Oregon, Reif produces garments and accessories that are equally versatile as they are durable. Her collections are inspired by a life-long love of vintage fashion, classical modern architecture, and the landscape of her native South Dakota.

Featured Jewelry Designer
Elyse Bunkers

Elyse Bunkers is a studio artist living and working in Portland, Oregon. Her title line is one of haphazard inspiration. The process was an accident gone right discovered in her years at Oregon College of Art & Craft. She freeform pours molten sterling silver into and onto different surfaces to obtain the organic forms needed to create her one of a kind jewelry pieces. Combining the poured forms with pearls and vintage rhinestones adds a bit of dazzle to really emphasize the wearability of each piece.

August 2010

FEATURED ARTIST:
Spencer Jay

Born 1971, Wyoming. My first photo assignment was for a weekly. This later led to shooting lifestyle and journalism for a range of advertising and editorial clients. A detailed approach and an openness to see and embrace the spontaneous make up the cornerstone of my photography. This show features one of my favorite mediums, Polaroids. These images are simple and straightforward - a glimpse of Wyoming Americana. I hope you enjoy.

+ Another month with: Robb Kramer!!

Robb Kramer’s expressionistic paintings have been collected internationally for over two decades by a wide range of corporate clients and celebrities. Acclaimed for his vivid use of pure color and sublime composition, Kramer’s latest series of oil paintings beckon the viewer to step further into his unique world of mystery and striking beauty. “My work stimulates the visual imagination, Like a Rorschach test, compelling the viewer to discover new secrets with every look.” Also an accomplished sculptor, his three dimensional works adorn many Las Vegas resorts and opulent homes including Wayne Newton’s estate. His talents were recently showcased in the stop motion film “Coraline”. As the productions Lead Sculptor / Set Design, Kramer used his unique eye to develop and carve the surreal exterior sets used in the Oscar nominated film.

FEATURED JEWELRY:
Verde Rocks Alternative Jewelry

As consumers we don't really think about what we buy, we just need it, want it and buy it without a thought as to where it came from. We consume. While we are all doing that, we trust that the products manufacturers produce are not going to harm us, or leave a trail of destruction in the making of said product. When we lay down our money, we want to be fullfilled, not informed of how truly harmful the product could be and probably is, to all involved. We understand this, and we take the responsibility. We disclose, as much as possible, what goes into our product. We don't patronize our customers with a stern lecture on environmental awareness, they can get that anywhere else. We are simply saying to our customer, "We've got this, and we've got your back". The "ingredients" of each product is listed in the descriptions. One can take that information and choose to buy or not. At least we feel we did our job in trying to make a better product and informing the consumer of what is involved in it's manufacture. It's that simple. We are bringing light to the situation, and it's about time.

FEATURED DESIGNER:
Radish Hearts PICA

Featuring reconstructed PICA tee shirts by local designer and Radish Underground's in-house line ASTER PARK. Here's why Radish Hearts PICA:

PICA acknowledges and advances new developments in contemporary art while fostering the creative explorations of artists and audiences. Established in 1995 by a committed group of artists and patrons, PICA features emerging regional, national, and international artists in all disciplines, bridging the gap between historically-focused collecting institutions, commercial galleries and performing arts presenters. PICA’s enduring passion adds significant value to the arts ecology of the region. PICA's annual Time-Based Art Festival (TBA) draws artists from across the country and around the globe for a convergence of contemporary performance, dance, music, new media, and visual arts projects in Portland, Oregon. Entering its eighth year, the TBA Festival is presented September 9-19, 2010, with visual art installations running through October 17th. TBA celebrates artists from across and in-between all mediums, and activates the entire community with art and ideas.

June 2010

FEATURED ARTIST:
Robb Kramer

Robb Kramer’s expressionistic paintings have been collected internationally for over two decades by a wide range of corporate clients and celebrities. Acclaimed for his vivid use of pure color and sublime composition, Kramer’s latest series of oil paintings beckon the viewer to step further into his unique world of mystery and striking beauty. “My work stimulates the visual imagination, Like a Rorschach test, compelling the viewer to discover new secrets with every look.” Also an accomplished sculptor, his three dimensional works adorn many Las Vegas resorts and opulent homes including Wayne Newton’s estate. His talents were recently showcased in the stop motion film “Coraline”. As the productions Lead Sculptor / Set Design, Kramer used his unique eye to develop and carve the surreal exterior sets used in the Oscar nominated film.

FEATURED JEWELRY:
Bella & Loki

Bella & Loki is a fresh line of jewelry created by Portland native, Brook Fullwiler. It all began when I needed new jewelry and didn’t have any funds, so constructed new pieces with old jewelry and objects I already had. Plus I loved that I was recycling! Thus began the treasure hunting. Each piece comes from a formerly used piece of metal, chain, charm, etc. that I have collected. As well, natural objects such as bones, crystals, sharks’ teeth, etc. are tossed in for a sweet mixture. All pieces are at least 75% recycled content, often vintage, and always one-of-a-kind. Old and discarded becomes fun, new, interesting, and beautiful.

FEATURED DESIGNER:
Aster Park

Brought to life right here at Radish Underground by co-owner Celestial Sipes, Aster Park uses reclaimed fabric (the ultimate in 'green' material) and is handmade right here in Portland. AP has an affinity for the versatile and always has at least one reversible garment a season. Because the fabric used is reclaimed, there is only so much of a particular color or pattern, so each design is unique and totally rad (or Rad-ish, if you will).

May 2010

Layers Squared

Realistic clothing that is simple, elegant, functional, and timeless by Portland designer Summer Pinnick. These are year-round garments for a multitude of occasions, constructed from quality material in unique and clever designs. Handmade and infused with love, this line lets you live your life in comfort!

John Bacone

John Bacone is a sculptor and filmmaker whose work shows around the world. He helps out with Teeth, Telegraph, Tahni Holt, PdxPop Now, Hot Little Hands, In the Can Productions, Northwestern Exposure, and SoundView Films. You can watch some of his short films at vimeo.com/bacone. The collection of musical instruments featured at Radish Underground were made entirely from cardboard.

April 2010

Fitzgibbon Design

Once upon a time there were two little girls who dreamt of making the world beautiful… And so Fitzgibbon Design was born. Fitzgibbon is the clothing line founded by Portland born and bred sisters Kathryn and Margaret Fitzgibbon. Our mission at Fitzgibbon Design is to bring affordable fashion to the women of Portland that combines a classic look with an edgy, yet feminine, flair. Our fashions empower women while embracing their femininity. Fitzgibbon Design strives to make an all American product. The long-term goal is to provide great fashion while bringing jobs home. Kathryn has attended the Art Institute of Portland studying Apparel Design and graduated from Oregon State University with a degree in Merchandising Manage- ment. She has also worked with the likes of Michael Kors of New York, New York and Lyall Hakaria of London, UK. While attending the Art Institute of Portland, Kathryn received an award from Portland Fashion Synergy in “The NEXT Design”. Margaret received her B.F.A. in Theatre from Western Oregon University. When it comes to Fitzgibbon Design, she is greatly inspired by film and theatre, especially the beauty and excitement of costumes. She believes every woman should be excited about her clothing each time she gets dressed. Fitzgibbon Design has been doing custom clothing for two years and we are very excited to bring our ready-to-wear line to Portland.

John Bacone

John Bacone is a sculptor and filmmaker whose work shows around the world. He helps out with Teeth, Telegraph, Tahni Holt, PdxPop Now, Hot Little Hands, In the Can Productions, Northwestern Exposure, and SoundView Films. You can watch some of his short films at vimeo.com/bacone. The collection of musical instruments featured at Radish Underground were made entirely from cardboard.

MapleXO

MapleXO is the original creator of handmade recycled skateboard jewelry. I started MapleXO in 2006 because of my love for skateboarding and desire to give the broken and thrashed boards a new life. Besides making a rad fashion statement, MapleXO hopes to portray a louder statement by inspiring people to believe in their power to impact the planet. We call it: “Saving Landfill Space in Style,” and hope that you’ll join us on the journey. Live. Love. Wear. Skateboarding. MapleXO

March 2010

Dust

Dust is a very small clothing line based in Portland, ORE. Every garment is a one of a kind piece. Strange closures, unfinished edges, mismatching buttons and uneven dyes are part of what make each piece special, like an old Hungarian woman making stuff in her wobbly old cottage, accidentally making a sweater uneven on one side or repairing a hole with different colored thread. Interesting is the goal, not perfection.

Matthew William Templeton

In his second month....

February 2010

Janeane Marie

Janeane Marie is a women’s wear designer based in Portland, Oregon. With a minimalist aesthetic, the line is anchored in fine quality of fabrics and construction. Behind the company is the belief that designers in all capacities have the unique challenge and responsibility to create products that are both aesthetically pleasing and environmentally conscious. As a fashion designer, Janeane Marie takes this opportunity to make clothing that is modern, unique and responsible. We are proud to announce that Janeane is a contestant on the Jan 2010 season of the Lifetime Television show Project Runway.

Matthew William Templeton

I was born 3/1/1979 in Fresno, Ca. I grew up with a skateboard under my feet and spent much of my time exploring the concrete expansion of suburban sprawl, schools and public buildings, forgotten downtown's, parking lots and business plazas. My original inspirations for art were from the skate, snowboard and surf industry. Skateboard graphics were in many ways my first exposure to the possibilities of expression and aesthetics. Well, to be fair, if you don't count the hundreds of ninjas I used to draw when I was in grade school then we could start at skateboards. In 2008 I earned a Bachelors of Fine Arts Degree from Oregon State Universities satellite campus in Bend, OR. Prior to that I studied art and earned a Associates degree from Central Oregon Community College with a brief stint at Portland State University in 2004. I currently live in Portland, OR. My chosen medium is acrylic paint with charcoal, pencil, ink and text. I work on a variety of surfaces ranging from canvass to paper and old window frames. I work primarily from models or from images of the human figure. I like to use the figure as a form of vocabulary, abstracting the figure by dissecting it in such a way that it becomes both the ground and subject through the use of layers. I try to create a sense of narrative in my work, one that inspires curiosity and dialogue. To help aid in that narration I often implore text from old books.

December 2009

Heather Treadway

Heather Treadway creates soft geometry in the form of ready to wear clothing for men and women. Her new line available at Radish Underground will include oversized wool cloaks, capelets in interesting fabric combinations, as well as her signature jersey dresses and denim skirts. Plus, the long sleeved version of her popular FutureZ Jacket (an exclusive Radish Underground featured garment). Heather works out of her studio in Portland, Oregon which she shares with fellow independent designer Emily Katz.

besty & iya

Betsy Cross is a Virginia native who moved to Portland in 2006 to join in the PDX theatre scene after nearly a decade performing, directing, and teaching throughout the United States, Europe, and Mexico. She attended programs at Virginia Tech, Harvard, and Dell’ Arte International where she received an MFA in Physical and Ensemble-based theatre. While theatre continues to be an important part of her life, her fascination with ornamentation and calloused hands led her to design jewelry under the moniker, betsy & iya---the name, an homage to her big sis’ and their dynamic relationship. When she was younger, she couldn’t pronounce “Ashlyn,” so she settled for “iya” and it stuck. Iya lives across the country but her spirit remains a vital part of the company’s mission. betsy & iya jewelry is sold throughout the world (especially to Australians—they eat it up!) and in indie boutiques all across the US. Apart from being a full-time designer, Betsy plays music in a rowdy all-girl band, paints for fancy universities, keeps a blog showcasing her crazy outfits, photography and life, and lovingly stares at her shiny new husband. She is flipping-out excited and honored to be a featured designer amid such Radish Underground buzzing talent.

November 2009

Varnish Clothing

A young line out of Portland with a clear vision for classic lines, fine fabrics, and superb craftsmanship. These pieces create beautiful lines that compliment any wardrobe and can be dressed up or down for ultimate functionality. Smaller runs of each garment and limited edition fabrics also keep us wanting more.

Holiday Collective Art Show

To spread the GIFT OF ART this holiday season, we asked seven local Portland artists to create beautiful works for under $100. We'll be featuring the photography of Paul Thompson and Kalindi Stewart, paintings by Matthew William Templeton, Brian Horay, and Danielle Schance, ink drawings by David Stein, and sculptural work by John Bacone.a

October 2009

Radish 1 Year

Featuring several of the amazing Portland apparel and jewelry designers who've rocked the Radish over the course of our very first year, as well as the brilliant visual art of DAVID STEIN. Lines: DUST, Cloud Society, REIF, Studio SKB, Paloma Soledad, JET, Elyse Bunkers, Layers Squared, MapleXO, Adam Andreas, Aster Park, Minor Poet, Gowan Metal, Warley Byrd Creations, Keith McQueen, and Sahlia Michelle Jewelry.

September 2009

David Stein

Artist Statement: I begin each piece in this series without a preconceived idea. Using automatism (or automatic drawing) the random application of the medium lays the framework for each piece. My conscious intervention then steps in and creates a more comprehensible image by introducing characters and landscapes. What comes of all of this is a somewhat nonsensical narrative that reveals how my brain organizes and interprets these sensory stimulations. The stories that materialize on the surface come to fruision in an organic state. As they start to develop all I can do is nurture them. These saplings of ideas are given loving attention and tender brush strokes until they become beasts that beckon me onto their back. And there I find myself, for hours each day, in my studio being carried off through rolling hills on the back of some beast to a place of other worldly creatures. Perhaps I’m an escapist, or just a self-indulgent artist that wants to share with the public that meditative place that exists within an image containing narratives with open-ended conclusions.

Brother West

Brother West is a small independent line based out of Portland, OR. The Fall/Winter collection, "A Fine Romance," seeks to find a balance between nostalgia and fantasy; for BW staying in the moment is the most romantic thing one can do. Wardrobe staples in tweeds, silks, and linens may remind you of your grandfather but in cinnamon, gray, oxblood and sweet potato, these garments are one of a kind and distinctively Portland. Hand-embroidered signature bow ties are also available for custom order. These ties are great for reunions, parties, or just so you can remember your name when you look in the mirror (If you can read words that are backwards).

August 2009

ERHART

Chelsea Erhart is one of the NW’s most vital apparel designers to date. Born and raised to a Nuclear Energy Officer of the Navy, Chelsea followed her name sake and traveled and lived all over the world. Experiencing foreign cultures at a young age, gave Chelsea an understanding of personal identity and how it is represented through dress. Her mother says she was born designing clothing; watching her seamlessly incorporate local style into her wardrobe. She established herself in 2005 with her first collection that explored National Geographic images from the 1930’s translated into street wear. Soon thereafter, Ms. Erhart held her first trunk show in Portland, OR. In 2008 ERHART was accepted to take part in the annual Portland Mercury Fashion Show. With a solid, lifestyle collection from this show, Chelsea began attending international fashion trade shows. These have expanding her customer base to the international market and has gained her recognition as a trend setter. Her clothes sell all over the USA, Japan, and Montreal Canada. ERHART continues to expand and develop collections that inspire confidence in the free sprit of the streets of the world.

Sahlia Michelle

Each piece in the Sahlia Michelle jewelry collection is handmade in my Portland studio. Hand-pounded sterling silver, raw gemstones & my signature molten silver droplets are the core elements of the newest collection. These are combined with organic materials such as antler slices, feathers & authentic stingray skin, resulting in jewelry that’s as edgy and unique as it is timeless. Sahlia Michelle Designs is run using sustainable business practices. All materials are reused, recycled & purchased locally whenever possible. Custom pieces are also available. I’ll work with you to design the perfect piece for a special event or even just an everyday favorite. We also offer FREE REPAIR’S for life on any piece of Sahlia Michelle jewelry

July 2009

Aster Park

www.asterpark.com/

Brought to life right here at Radish Underground by co-owner Celestial Sipes, Aster Park uses reclaimed fabric (the ultimate in 'green' material) and is handmade right here in Portland. Celeste has been working her fingers and genius to the bone to keep the entire line priced under $75. The collection features reversible dresses and skirts, little strapless numbers in multiple lengths, and shirts with crazy collars. Because the fabric used is reclaimed, there is only so much of a particular color or pattern, so each design is unique and totally rad (or Rad-ish, if you will).

Asa Kennedy

May 2006 I purchased an album titled 10,000 Days by the band TOOL. Five years elapsed since their last release Lateralus, which also was released five years after its predecessor. I wondered what the band could possibly record following an opus dealing with mind-body severance. The result was pleasing, however, the music had minute variation, including large sections of measures that were recycled from past recordings. This did not bother me. The band crafted an inescapable style. More importantly is the ability to take what was once done, dissect it, get to the root, put it back together in a way it wasn't originally intended, thus producing something new. I've spent years drawing. Playing the tunes of gesture and sketch, working toward a final image. But what next? Stick to manipulating canvas frames, dissect the lines and planes of a composition produced on a surface, turn them to edges and planes in space, and still display the fundamental sound of art- the Human Body.

June 2009

Cloud Society :: Party Hats

www.cloudsocietyforever.com

Totally hot party hats for any occasion, need we say more? One-of-a-kind chapeaus made from vintage and reclaimed material by two of Portland's favorite designers Jayme Hansen and Nichole Eatman, they will drop the jaws of all the guests at your next birthday, wedding, soiree, or Tuesday. Oh! And Muu-Muus for the next generation... gotta see 'em to believe 'em.

idle hands designs

www.idlehandsdesigns.com

Beautiful jewelry founded in sterling silver and vintage elements (like her stunning Czech glass bead rings), Seattle based designer Lyndsay Brown loves to take something from the past and create something new. While in school, Lyndsay discovered that she loved working with metal, particularly silver. Once she had the basics, her style developed from experimentation and exploring all the possibilities she could working with the metal. Taking inspiration from what became her life long hobby, with the encouragement of family and friends, she created idle hands designs in 2006. Her designs are inspired primarily from music and all things spooky. And while she clearly she fancies the darkness, there is a lighter side to her creations as well that can be seen in the fine detail work, elegant style, and beautifully colored beads.

MAY 2009

JET Designs :: fly babe

JET Designs is made to fly! Our focus is to make clothing that expresses beauty through movement in life. The first of our lines is a women's day to night, go anywhere collection. Described as classic, feminine and edgy: you’ll feel the wind in your hair! Our aim is to be conscious of our planet Earth and its members in all our endeavors. We choose natural fibers for easy care, long lasting wear and comfort. We produce locally to sustain our economy. And, we constantly strive to do our daily best!

JET Designs is owned and operated by Jennifer and Emily Thomas, a dynamic mother- daughter duo born to fly together. We work and play in order to provide what we all need and deserve: A collective heart that flies freely in any direction it chooses. This is our contribution. Thank you for flying with us!

Leif Ilvedson :: Fashion Fetched

Fashion Fetched: Where Haute Coutre and reality swirl into dreamy realms, poetically dancing out verses on the life, power, and beauty of femininity. Oils on Canvas

APRIL 2009

DUST
A Sturdy Collection For Tough Times Spring 2009

About the collection:

Frayed linen
Blue and white stripes
Wrinkled and worn
Fabrics hand dyed with tea
Reconstructed garments
Pioneer-wear
Simple things
White shirts
Work skirts
Made by hand

ABOUT DUST:

Dust is a very small clothing line based in Portland, ORE. Every garment is a one of a kind piece. Strange closures, unfinished edges, mismatching buttons and uneven dyes are part of what make each piece special, like an old Hungarian woman making stuff in her wobbly old cottage, accidentally making a sweater uneven on one side or repairing a hole with different colored thread. Interesting is the goal, not perfection.

Sizing is arbitrary: if it fits, it fits. If it doesn’t, it wasn’t meant to be.

Dry clean only. This s#!% is fragile!

Gowan Metal

Gowan grew up on the north coast of California in a small artisan driven community. Gualala has less than 500 people, no traffic lights, but is home to a flourishing community of artists inspired by its natural beauty.

She began making and selling jewelry at roadside fairs, (where she also briefly read palms) around seven years of age, and at thirteen, became an apprentice for a local goldsmith. She went on to become the youngest ever Artist in Residence at the Mendocino Art Center, where she participated in shows and taught workshops to local kids while finishing high school. During this time she also acted as a tour guide and interpreter to a group of traveling Tibetan Monks from the Gaden Shartse school in India. She continues to be inspired by their attitude of commitment to artistic creation, and non-attachment to the permanence of that creation.

She spent several years at California College of the Arts, before transferring to Oregon College of Art and Craft, where she currently attends, and continues to deepen her relationship with metals. Since moving to Portland, she has participated in multiple shows and crafts fairs, and is absolutely in love with the Northwest and the fertile creative ground that is Portland.

MARCH 2009

Featured Apparel Designer: Reif
Show name: Wanderlust
www.reif-haus.com

Lindsey Reif brought her fingers to her obsession with vintage clothing shortly after her move to Portland in 2002. A self taught seamstress, she began by making one-offs from recycled materials such as curtains and sheets, and found that she was always attracted to the prints and color schemes of vintage fabric. As her skill level grew, so did her point of view as a designer. After graduating from Portland State University in 2007 with a degree in Spanish and Applied Linguistics (go figure), Lindsey formed her eponymous clothing line, Reif, with the intention to create timeless garments that would spend more time on shoulders and hips than in closets.

Reif is a fashion haus with its hands in the past, mind in the present, and eyes on the future. We believe that as the world around us continues to grow and change, so too must our clothing. Reif draws inspiration from the past to create pieces for the future. We take classic cuts and silhouettes and translate them into modern pieces ready to move forward with the wearer. Garments that will stand the test of time and spend more time on shoulders and hips than in closets. Our choice of modern and sustainable fabrics molds a look that is both fashion forward and socially progressive. Our motto is the German expression, “die Zeit is reif”, which means “the time is ripe”. The modern consumer is consistently flooded with the uninspired and mass produced. Reif stands against this trend and recognizes that it’s time to rise above the ordinary and look to the future. The time is ripe, die Zeit ist REIF.

Featured Artist: Brian Horay
Show Name: new work

coming in Spring 2009 - www.brianhoray.com

I am an artist working, cooking, reading, sleeping, and raising chickens in southeast Portland. As a professional counselor and art therapist, I am very interested in exploring relationships, which includes how I relate to my own artwork. I am passionate about creating nonrepresentational acrylics on canvas and oil pastels on paper. Particularly in this show, I've been thinking about what goes unsaid, about what gets covered up, and about how different characters relate to each other.

FEBRUARY 2009

Paloma Soledad

Paloma Soledad cultivated her style in Hollywood hits, such as “Cabin Fever” and “Hostel.” Her custom designs blend elements of fantasy and the macabre with fine tailoring and vintage details. Clients have included writer Terry Rossio and director Eli Roth. Her most recent work can be found in Henry Selick’s (director of “The Nightmare Before Christmas”) new feature film, “Coraline,” scheduled for release February ‘09 . www.PalomaSoledad.com

Kevin Higinbotham---"Works on Steel"

Kevin Higinbotham is a painter and photographer who works on steel. His work combines multiple layers of color, imagery and text on large steel surfaces which have been chemically altered with acids and patinas. His art presents abstract visions of cities, urban decay, the space between shadows… the raw skeleton underneath what we see everyday. He also explores mystery in his work, hidden symbols, ancient languages, images of the occult. Kevin is also a scenic and lighting designer, his work has been shown in New York City, the Netherlands and here in Seattle. His installations combine elements of lighting and video alongside visual art and sound design to create an immersive experience for the viewer. Raised in Montana, Kevin has lived and worked in New York, the Netherlands, Germany, Austria and Switzerland. He currently resides in Seattle.

Keith McQueen

Keith has a ten year background in Jewelry and metal sculpture. He recently finished working on Laika’s first feature film “Coraline” as a Model builder.

DECEMBER 2008

Jayme Hansen

Jayme Hansen studied with Dayna Pinkham at Pinkham Millinery and designed hats and garments under the label "Birds of Prey" for six years right here in Portland. She is also the founder/lead vocalist/costume designer for local band Fleshtone. Jayme has been on a bit of a hiatus from apparel design and is again developing one-of-kind garments using reclaimed materials and embellishments. Her new assembly is inspired by history, impulse, and allure. We are honored (and very excited) to be part of Jayme's re-immersion into the world of fashion design.

Elyse Bunkers

www . elysebunkers . com

Elyse Bunkers is a local jewelry designer with two separate lines. In her name-sake line "Elyse Bunkers" she use a free form casting technique, shaping each sterling silver piece with water, pumice stone, or fire brick, and then adorns them with fresh water pearls and vintage rhinestones. In her new line "Re-cycled Time" she uses old watch faces and gears, often backed with recycled bicycle tubes and nickel plates, to create her one-of-a-kind pieces. For the opening at Radish Underground she incorporated tiny toys and toy parts into some of he designs (in true Christmas spirit).

NOVEMBER 2008

ASTER PARK

www . asterpark . com

Brought to life right here at Radish Underground by co-owner Celestial Sipes, Aster Park uses reclaimed fabric (the ultimate in 'green' material) and is handmade right here in Portland. AP has an affinity for the versatile and always has at least one reversible garment a season. Because the fabric used is reclaimed, there is only so much of a particular color or pattern, so each design is unique and totally rad (or Rad-ish, if you will).

TARINA WESTLUND PHOTOGRAPHY

www . tarinawestlund . com

Westcoast photographer Tarina Westlund has been making her mark in photography for 15 years. An award winning photographer based out of Portland, Oregon, and a good friend to Radish Underground, she specializes in Fine Art, Portraiture, Maternity, and Photo-Journalistic Wedding Photography. She an expert in film and hand printing as well as digital photography.

These 10 must see prints will be hung through the holidays.