Mikioi Ceramics by Jennifer Hill a local ceramic artist will be showing her pieces at a.ell atelier this Sat. the 27th.

She will be accompanied by chef Nausheen serving a $5 bowl of aloo choley!

Nausheen takes her passion for the art of Indian Cooking and brings it to Kauai.  From the kitchen of her mother and grandmother in India she has learned the elusive techniques of Indian cooking and now brings her own flare to all her dishes.  Preparing an array of dishes she presents diners with some traditional favorites and unique pleasing surprises.  Using only the freshest of ingredients her food touches the soul and brings the charisma of India to each bite.Food is an integral part of India’s culture, with its cuisines differing according to region.  Indian cuisine is characterized by its uniquely crafted recipes using sophisticated combinations of aromatic spices and herbs fused with fresh ingredients to create a bold, zesty taste like no other.

This Saturday’s dish is called aloo choley(potatoe and garbanzo beans)   made with organic garbanzo beans, and red potatoes. It is a very common dish in north India especially Mumbai.  It is street food or fast food except it’s very healthy. Their will also be a tamarind chutney and a spicy chutney.

This week your crazy too miss!  Dia and Nikki from Bliss Salon are bringing in the luxe providing us an evening complete with raw chocolate foot soaks, chocolate reflexology foot massage, and essential oil chair massage!  Back in our workspace we’ll be handmaking  Valentine cards – bring dried flowers, old magazines, ribbons, ????   The Malama Pono All Stars will be back as well – outside the atelier creating the most unique evening you’ve had in a long time.  So grab your sweety and join us at a.ell atelier saturday evening 5-9.

Make sure and check out our newest items added to website this week.  One of which is a fabulous new bamboo dress.  It’s quite a flattering piece on many different shapes.  We make it out of our super scrumptious bamboo/organic cotton blend.  On top of all that it is also versatile in that you can either wear it with the V-Neck in front or back and switch out to the elegant cowl neck which lays beautifully either direction.

We also added some tee’s and tanks for the ladies and long sleeve tees for the gents that are printed with art by our local favorite John Howard.

I would love the hear what you think!

Maxine Graham with her wild hat art, surf board art, photography, canvas paintings , who knows what else she’ll surprise us with.

Caitlin Ross Odom will be showcasing her gorgeous jewelry made in silver or gold with sunrise shells, beach glass, pearls, and more

Denise Tjarks will be bringing in the latest retro-groovy handbags she’s created out of vintage hawaiiana fabrics as well as a few belts (I’m hoping)

Pancho Graham will be serenading the town – well those who walk by a.ell atelier anyway

We’ll have goodies and drinks and last but not least FIRE DANCERING by the Sweet Spin!

So make it a point this weekend, get out and show you that value your local artisans – see you there……….

This week at a.ell atelier we have a special evening planned with the writing group Kauai Backstory.  It will be an exciting evening complete with strong coffee, biscotti, and a fun writing prompt!  So bring your paper and pens and join us this Saturday!

Wrapping another successful creative competition, Kauaibackstory.com, an online literary journal, invites the public to view a selection of published work. Come celebrate the written word as artisitc expression at the Old Kapa’a Town Art walk.

Well, we have been getting some great press and I would like to thank the Garden Island Newspaper as well as Hawaii Stream for covering the event.  Check out their links for a quick preview of whats happening again this Saturday night Jan. 16th.  We are once again turning off the lights and plugging in the black light for an evening full of intrigue with Kauai’s own John Howard.  Rumor has it we will be accompanied by drummers and maybe even a trumpet?  Its so FUN!

Art Walk

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Did you know that 85% of everything in our store is made here on Kauai – really made!  The other 15% are items that I think deserve attention, company’s that are using sustainable practices or maybe great artist friends from times gone by.  It really has become my newest passion to support the companies I feel greatful too.  I encourage everyone to think about what they are supporting when looking for gifts and clothing.  Its a small way to make a really big difference.

We are now carrying Caitlin Ross Odom’s exquisite handmade jewels.  She uses beach glass and sunrise shells and creates the most beautiful earrings, bracelets, and rings.  View Caitlin’s pieces in the atelier or at www.caitlinrossodom.com if you can’t make it to Kapaa.

Limor Farber hand paints and hand dyes on cotton tees, dresses, hats, and onesies for kids.  Drive by you’ll see them hanging in our window!

Just in seasoned salts, flavored sugars,  luxurious bath salts, and fabulous roll on perfume oils all at great prices making great gifts.

We are still representing are good friend Angelina Rasmussen, though she has moved away from us, her beauties are still heavily desired.  Check out her website at  www.angelegacydesigns.com then come in and try a pair of earrings on for yourself.

Art & Surf artist Spencer Reynolds has decorated our walls with a few of his originals, and a huge selection of matted prints in various sizes.  www.artandsurf.com

Just a small selection of our favorite new artists now in at a.ell atelier.

Look forward to seeing you in 2010!

John’s exhibition will feature portraits with extraordinary character and expression.  He combines both regular and flourescent pigments which give an unusual and beautiful effect.  When viewed under blacklight, his art takes on another dimension.

Don’t miss seeing this exciting and innovative exhibition!

a little bit about John…….

Howard lived and worked in New York City, London, Istanbul, and Los Angeles before moving to Kauai in 1995. John’s work hangs in many collections around the world and is featured in several of the top private collections in the USA.  His artwork has also been used on album covers for musicians.

For more on John look for an article in this Friday’s Garden Island Newspaper, written by Pam Woolway.

Saturday from 3-5 we are participating in an Artisan Fair that will raise money for Kauai Pacific School’s art and music programs.  20% of all sales will be donated.  KPS has a incredible pool of very talented parents many of which will be offering their art, jewelry, and products at this event, complete with live music and pupu’s.  Its a unique opportunity to pick up some holiday gifts direct from the artist, while supporting your local community, and having fun all at the same time!  Located at Kauai Pacific School in Kilauea (where Mango Mama’s used to be)

Old Kapaa Town Art Walk – Saturday evening from 5-9 at a.ell atelier – Keri Cooper will be our featured photography artist.  She  will be showing the  “Best of 2009″  landscape, panoramic, close up, and portraits.  We will have a silent auction for an incredible piece of hers as well as  pupu’s, beverages, and other unique gifts.  Lorraine Skalla will also be adding to the festivities with her fabulous fire dancing out front!

and last but not least we will be at a trunk show in Moloaa with other lovely local artists and their products.  Sunday afternoon from 2-6
*Locally made eco-friendly jewelry (bijainfinity.com, Soluna Designs)
*Locally made clothing, hats & gifts (A.Ell Design)
*Recycled sari wrap skirts/dresses
*Handmade Cards (Anderson Designs)

LIVE MUSIC – CHOCOLATE – CHAI – REFRESHMENTS

Come join us for some holiday love… if you’re buying gifts, it’s wonderful to buy direct from local artists!
A relaxed shopping environment with panoramic mountain and ocean views and a beautiful north shore home. See you Sunday!

7465D Koolau Rd (the north entrance to Koolau Rd, between mile 19&20 in Kilauea)

Old Kapaa Town Art Walk Saturday 12/5 will bring out the many talents of my fabulous friend Maxine Graham!  Complete with live music from her pops Pancho Graham, tasty treats, and more!   Its a great chance to pick up some unique gifts at incredibly reasonable prices. This Saturday at a.ell atelier from 5:30 – 9:00 , don’t miss it!