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An interview with DJ Nugget
by Anna Rasshivkina

DJ Nugget, a.k.a. Adam Kulik, is a DJ who performed at the 2008 Sundae Market. He has been busy performing with music legends like DJ Jazzy Jeff and Quest Love. We asked him for an interview and he gave us a few moments of his time for a more in-depth look into himself and his musical career.

AR - What inspired you to be a DJ?

N - Growing up I always enjoyed listening to music and dancing. I was fascinated when I heard DJ's mixing records together and I knew that I had the ear to do it myself.

AR - Who are your influences?

N - Growing up it was Funkmaster Flex, DJ Jazzy Jeff & DJ Premier. I still look up to them just as much as well as the guys who put nightclub DJs in the spotlight. Guys like DJ AM, DJ Z-Trip, DJ Vice, DJ Fashen and many others.

AR - How did you start out as a DJ?

N - There were a few guys in my neighborhood who were older than me and were the DJs in my high school. Once they graduated, I took over with another one of my friends and we began djing all the school functions and various parties around town.

AR - What were the obstacles you ran into?

N - I remember starting out I always had equipment issues. I'm basically self-taught so I had to learn about different kinds of wires and connections, how amplifiers worked, etc. Setting up was always stressful to me because if something didn't work it was all eyes on me.

AR - What's your favorite part about making music, being a DJ?

N - Watching the crowds reaction to what you're doing. Nothing is more gratifying than watching 500 people go nuts after you drop a mix.

AR - Can you tell me about your record label, Amplified Entertainment?

N - We're not a record label. Amplified is merely a promotion company that I started so that I could put a face behind the parties we were throwing.

AR - Do you just remix songs that already exist or do you also create your own (not to suggest that the remixes aren't your own songs, but you know what I mean)?

N - I've been playing around with production for years, making beats and remixing tracks. Most of the stuff I've been doing recently is generally made so that I can include it in my set when I'm playing a show. I've been making tons of remixes of popular songs recently.

AR - Who is your favorite musical artist to listen to?

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an interview with Mike Haggerty

We sat down with award winning designer Mike Haggerty and asked him questions about his current project in Syracuse called R-Evolution Studios.

SM - Can you give me a brief description of what R-Evolution Art Studios does from the day to day?

MH – R-Evolution Art Studios is an independent collective of individuals and artists exploring evolution of the self and of the community using Arts as a vehicle. R-Evolution Art Studios is located in the Warehouse District in Syracuse, New York. Currently based out of the Gear Factory, a 5-story warehouse filled with plenty of raw space for artists to gather, collaborate and create in. R-Evolution not only refers to the collaborative collective of artists, but also the movement in which art transforms the way we interpret everyday life.

SM - When and how did this organization start? Was there a need for your studio in the Syracuse area?

MH - R-Evolution Art Studios began almost 10 years ago, when some of the founding members Ty Marshal Jake Lamana and Gina Marie Hilterbrandt began to have shows promoting local artists work. Just about 2 years ago, R-Evolution Art Studios found a home in the Gear Factory (Located in between 2 famous Downtown West Side Syracuse Neighborhoods: Tipp Hill and Armory Square.) The building, which we currently occupy, is steeped in history and was once the hub of the area known as "the cradle of invention." Hundreds of products that we take advantage of today such as the stopwatch and the first multi-shift bicycle were invented here. It is an amazing feeling to be working in an area that once housed so much creativity. Since, we made GF our HQ about 2 years ago, we have had great success working with the huge talent pool of artists in Upstate New York. The best part about it is we don't charge the artists to show, we encourage them to sell and we don't take a cut. There is a need for artists to show their work anywhere without being charged to do so.

SM - What kind of artists use your space, is it utilized just for music?

MH - The space is actually used as a 24-hour private studio space in between our big shows. From bands to sculptors, video artists to painters, graffiti artists to seamstresses and crafters to jewelry makers the space is used for any number of creative tasks and or endeavors. Many of the artists who are part of R-Evolution Art Studios have received national recognition for their work including ReZIST's illustration "Fits Like A Dove" which one first place nationally in AAN's annual graphic competition. R-Evolution Art Studios recognizes music as a powerful form of expression and many of the members are involved in local bands. We also book many live performers to play during our shows.

SM - What is R-Evolutions Art Studios role in the Gear Factory?

MH - R-Evolution Art Studios is the largest recruiter of artists who will potentially rent out studios with in the GF and dually we are the "curators" of the Large scale seasonal shows.

SM - What are the future goals for the studio?

MH - R-Evolution Art Studios plans to take over the world. 1 Art show at a time. Ha!

SM - Funny... So what does Sundae Market mean to you or how do you feel about the market coming to Syracuse?

MH - We are very supportive of anything that gives local artists an outlet to share their work

by Nathan Adam

When Carrie Nardini and Nina Barbuto created the I Made It! Market in May of 2007 they set out to give artists, crafters and other makers a chance to get there product out to the public. Over a year later they have definitely succeeded in their goal. The I Made It! Market which celebrates the City of Pittsburgh's diverse looking neighborhoods has grabbed the attention of many arts and crafts organizations and community groups alike.

The market has been on a small tour of the city visiting neighborhoods such as Braddock, Homestead, South Side, Highland Park, Garfield and Oakland. Most of these markets have included up to 50 vendors which proves the I Made It! Market has truly made it in the City of Pittsburgh. The organization has also provided smaller boutique markets that specify in a certain kind of theme. This idea just enhances the feel of community among crafters and artist in and around the city.

Great variety can be found at the I Made It! Market as an array of diversely talented people sell their goods here. If you're out for a leisurely shopping experience you could easily find yourself walking around for hours with the options you have at this unique market. The market can provide furniture makers, clothing designers, painters, glass artists, toy makers, a large selection of jewelry designers and even vegan bakers. It is safe and obvious to say that if you make it, then you can sell it at the I Made It! Market.

The I Made It! Market and the Sundae Market share enthusiasm for being prideful in serving the community. These markets are not only a fun way to spend the afternoon, they also help people and communities grow together. With these events connections are made, people are exposed to new things and everyone gets a chance to slow down for a day and enjoy their surroundings. So relax and enjoy all that people have lovingly labored for you Pittsburgh!

by Nathan Adam

Being an artist and running her own business was just not enough for Mary Stephens McGinnis as she saw an opportunity for both artists and consumers in the Greater Buffalo area. The Buffalo Indie Market just started in April and is on its sixth show already with gaining popularity in the community. Mary's goal was to bring a year long venue to Buffalo that brought local arts and goods to the city on a regular basis. Her main focus has been on the artists, ensuring that the atmosphere was a positive fun experience for everyone. Mary has regularly brought in musical acts as well to help make the market more like an event.

On top of the market itself, Mary runs a blog entitled Buffalo Indie (http://www.buffaloindie.blogspot.com), which previews artists participating in the market and upcoming musical acts as well. The blog is a great way to get the information to the public about what is going on in the art community. This can also be great way to connect with an artist when in the past there was no outlet to make that connection. The blog site will soon give memberships to artists so they can post a permanent listing, offer discounts for the market and become an active member in the direction of the market. Mary hopes to start blogging about other events such as the Sundae Market in the next couple months.

The artists that have participated in the Buffalo Indie Market thus far have come from very diverse backgrounds in means of there passion. The market has seen photography, fashion, pottery, jewelry, artwork, stationary, knits, handmade dolls, painted objects and much more. The market has a young hip feel and is perfect for anyone that enjoys a mix of shopping, food, music and artist workshops. As participation grows proof that markets like this work is easily seen in Buffalo as the number of etsy websites in Buffalo has climbed from 35 to 100 since April. An etsy website's primary goal is to give an online venue for local artists to sell there work to the public. Having 65 new etsy sites in the Buffalo area in the last couple months proves that local markets have a strong impact on the community.

Mary embraces the idea of another venue such as the Sundae Market to come to the Buffalo area and sees it as another opportunity for the art community to flourish. She also supports the Sundae Market because it is another option to shop locally which is an advantage to everyone in the Buffalo area. Events such as the Buffalo Indie Market and the Sundae Market are valuable tools which both artists and the public can use to better there community and themselves. As these events grow it will be easy to see the impact they have on their surroundings.