Still the Simple Life : by David Fallis

March /2009 Zinc Gallery : March 4 - April 30 Still the Simple Life : by David Fallis Opening Reception Thursday, March 12, 6-8 pm Please join us Thursday, March 12th, from 6:00 pm - 8:00pm for the opening reception for local artist David Fallis's new work at Zinc Details 2410 California Street, San Francisco. "Still the Simple Life" is a mix of two series' of works Fallis has been working on. One being a "stain" series in which the background of each painting is created by using the subject matter as pigment. And the second is a series of simple woodburn drawings. Both series' are studies of single objects seen in everyday life. For Fallis "Still the Simple Life" is a departure from the sometimes chaotic, abstracted mixed media works he's done in the past. This change in style might be an unconscious decision to remind him to simplify his life as the world around him becomes increasingly more chaotic. Fallis told us that "Working on these series gives my mind time to quiet and focus on something other than rent, bills and the hustle of everyday life outside the studio. I'd rather spend my time focusing on the simple pleasures of life. A cup of coffee or tea, a glass of wine, enjoying a beer with a friend. The simple things that bring us a little joy everyday but so often get overlooked as we're gulping down that last swig of coffee as we rush off to wherever it is we need to be right now. Hopefully, besides reminding myself, these pieces will remind others to keep it simple. Life is too short not to enjoy. Less is best." David Fallis lives, works and plays in San Francisco. When not running his own picture framing shop he tries to find time to make art, music and enjoy the simple things. Featured Product One Night Stand Sleeper Sofa by Blu Dot We have been waiting for a perfect sleeper Sofa for San Francisco apartments and homes for years and finally it's here! Designed and manufactured by Minneapolis based furniture company Blu Dot. They have been creating minimalist modern American furniture for 12 years and we have to say they sure know how to create modern furniture with style, function and value. Long awaited One Night Stand is a sleeper sofa that doesn't look like one. Sort of like a wolf in sheep's clothing. Just remove the black cushions and flip the seat forward. Voila, instant queen sized mattress. Available in grey or rust wool blend with brushed stainless steel legs. Dimension: 80w x 30h x 32d $ 1,799

Good Design is Good

Twentieth Century Design Classics Good Design Exhibition + Vintage Furniture Authentic, original contemporary design. Excellent craftsmanship, creating durable object of lasting quality. We believe our commitment to these characteristics from leading designers of the 20th and 21st centuries, translates into exciting products for enduring enjoyment and appreciation. We do not want to be limited by a "signature style." After all, it takes innovation to create a classic. We offer great collection of design classics at Zinc Details and currently we are holding a mini exhibition of good designs at both 1905 Fillmore Street and 2410 California Street stores. Conjunction to good design exhibition we are showcasing great vintage furniture from 50's, 60's and 70's at our 2410 California Street location only. All vintage pieces are in great condition in all different period and styles. Please stop by both locations and we hope you'll find a good design you can not live without it. Come see us soon...

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HOME SWEDE HOME

February /2009 Event HOME SWEDE HOME February 19th, 6-9 pm at Filippa K Please join us Thursday, February 19th, from 6:00 pm - 9:00pm to celebrate the best in Swedish fashion, design and premium liquor at Filippa K store on 66 Kerney Street, San Francisco. Zinc Details will be there to presents best Swedish design products during a party. 10% of the evening's sales will be donated to the Scandinavian School of San Francisco. Filippa K 66 Kerny Street San Francisco, CA 94108 415.951.0210 Featured Product menu Scandinavian Design Originals 3 little words, but they express everything for which Menu live and breathe: A never-ending search for beautiful Scandinavia design with true originality. Aesthetic and practical daily surprises that you become happier and happier to look at, touch and use. We are proud to introduce new collection from Menu at Zinc Details, 1905 Fillmore Street, San Francisco location. Menu is a family-owned design company established in 1979 in Denmark. The company's visions of creating epoch-making, high quality functional design have produced a varied collection of classics and trend-setting products, now being sold in over 40 countries. There is a designer behind every Menu product, who aims to live up to the requirements of durability, surprise and multi-function. Menu only uses promising and recognized designers, each of whom is able to contribute to the development of the innovative design line which has made Menu one of Denmark's most successful design companies. We love San Francisco! 49 Mile Drive Prints by Annie Galvin Local artist Annie Galvin creates paintings based on the iconic Rex May's 49 Mile Scenic Drive sign post. It's available in variety of colors and they are now available at Zinc Details, 2410 California Street, San Francisco location. It's a perfect gift for San Francisco local, visitor or anyone who just loves the design. Ireland native Annie Galvin worked as an illustrator in Dublin before moving to San Francisco in 1989, two weeks before the earthquake. Her inspiration comes from San Francisco, Vogue magazine, comic-books, Josef Frank textile designs, gardens, Mexican wrestlers, the short stories of Haruki Murakami, and her own dreams and daydreams. As she became familiar with San Francisco, Galvin started to see the 49 Mile Scenic Drive sign around the City. She loved the simple shapes and clean colors of the sign - especially the black eye and beak details. In 2004, Galvin started painting the sign in different color combinations. 49 miles drive prints available at Zinc Details are high-quality archival prints of some of the original 8" X 10" paintings. Galvin and her husband, Eric Rewitzer, also an artist started 3 Fish Studios in January 2007 in order to create a space they can make art, hang out, listen to music, and show their work. They are strong believers in the collaborative process of creating and sharing art, and we love to be surrounded by the vibrancy of creative people exchanging ideas. To see their work, please visit http://www.3fishstudios.com Zinc Details 1905 Fillmore street : San Francisco : 415. 776. 2100 2410 California Street : San Francisco: 415. 776. 9002 www.zincdetails.com