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november 05 museletter

This month marks our first anniversary at Muse. It's been a great first year. Thanks to you all for your support and enthusiasm!

In this month’s issue:

PRE-HOLIDAY CLEARANCE SALE and GIFT GUIDE
"SUBLINATION" A SHOW OF RECENT WORKS BY NATION
NEW PRODUCTS
SKETCHBOOK WALK: HIBERNATING FOR THE WINTER
COMMUNITY NEWS

SALES

We’re making room for lots of special items for the holidays, so we've gathered products from all over the store for a 25%-to-30%-off CLEARANCE SALE. Sketchbooks, journals, marker sets, watercolor pencils, oil pastels, storage boxes, cards, deluxe colored-pencil sets, watercolor canvases, and more! If you're an early Christmas shopper or want to treat yourself to some nice things at great prices, come see our clearance display for some real bargains! We've also marked selected items throughout the store at 10-20% off, including top-quality bristle brushes, paper cutters, leather presentation albums, and handmade decorative papers. Clearance prices will be effective THROUGH NOVEMBER 23rd ONLY!

We'll be mailing our HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE by November 16 with special prices on lots of supplies and gifts, including unique sets for all ages and neat stuff for kids. Pick up a gift guide at the store or let us know if you would like to receive one in the mail. Sale prices on gift-guide items will be effective November 16 - December 31. Visit the Muse website to download and view the Gift Guide online starting in mid-November. http://www.museartanddesign.com

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"SUBLINATION" A SHOW OF RECENT WORKS BY NATION

We're pleased to announce "SUBLINATION," an exhibit of recent works in oils by Portland-based artist, (and Muse employee) Nation. Nation’s work combines a refined mastery of the oil-painting medium with a bold and strikingly individual imagination. Stylistically, the work may remind viewers of the paintings of traditional masters, but Nation’s themes and handling of subjects are distinctly contemporary. Nation’s paintings portray individuals ranging from historical figures to modern icons in settings that invite viewers to explore thoughts and feelings about a wide range of ideas and beliefs. Although highly detailed and realistically rendered, Nation’s expressive portraits are not intended as narrative or allegory, but evoke moods independent of specific stories and meanings. "Sublination" will be on display from November 6 through January 7 at Muse Art and Design. Join us for a reception on Thursday, November 10 from 7:00 to 9:00pm.

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NEW PRODUCTS

CHARBONNEL ETCHING INKS and mediums (introductory pricing of 20% off through January 2006)

New DECORATIVE PAPERS in festive Fall patterns, colors, and textures -- great for decorating your Thanksgiving table or brightening your home as the days grow shorter!

A great selection of easy-to-use, quick drying MOLDING-and-CASTING MATERIALS -- perfect for holiday crafts and decorations.

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SKETCHBOOK WALK

Our monthly sketchbook walk has become a favorite activity, but with colder, wetter weather ahead, we've decided to put the Walk on hold until March. Keep sketching (and walking!) through the winter months and we'll see you in Spring!

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COMMUNITY NEWS

Canned-Food Movie Matinees to benefit Portland Impact and Fish Emergency Services. Free admission with the donation of 2-3 cans or boxes of non-perishable food. "How the Grinch Stole Christmas" at the Bagdad, Fri-Sun, Nov 25-27, 2:00pm. "All I Want for Christmas" at Cinemagic, Sat, Dec 10, 2:00pm.

Watch for a new tradition on Hawthorne Boulevard this holiday season--the Hawthorne Wreath Walk! Merchants all along Hawthorne Boulevard will be displaying their own unique wreaths from Thanksgiving through New Year's Day. You'll be able to vote for your favorite wreath at www.thinkhawthorne.com

Visit our brand-new neighbor, Fat Straw, at 4258 SE Hawthorne Blvd for bubble tea, bagel sandwiches, coffee, and internet/wireless access. They've got great drinks and sandwiches, really friendly service, and a beautifully remodeled space!

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