RAW Event: July 21, 2011

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

RAW: natural born artists presents ILLUMINARE, Thursday July 21^st 

National arts organization remixes Mercy Lounge with a collaboration of fashion, art, dance, film and music; adding a sprinkle of Los Angeles flair to the Nashville night scene.

NASHVILLE, TN- RAW: natural born artists, a Southern California based indie arts organization launched nationally in January 2011. After producing monthly showcases in over 16 cities RAW creates a national platform for local artist and event goers.

On Thursday, July 21^st RAW will return with its 6^th show at the famous Mercy Lounge entitled ILLUMINARE. The show will feature over 18 talented artists covering several artistic genres. This show will spotlight: stage design by Erica Edmonson of 615 Design; music video by Chancellor Warhol (BMI) “I’m On” featuring Drupy; musical performances by Southern Quill (BMI) and Miami duo, Radar vs. Wolf; fashion show featuring clothing designer Emily Swinson of Madness Is (Posh Boutique) and accessories by Discrete Jewelry and Nikkay Fashions. Local visual artists include Hilary Romaine, Mickey Masters, Southern Milk, Modern Movement, Blue Owl Design and LIVE art show by Heather Bellgardt and Lisa Gardiner of PBJ Creations; dance performance by Keith Fitzpatrick, local choreographer and studio owner.

The event will start promptly at 8pm with live entertainment all night long. Cocktail attire is required. Purchase tickets at www.rawartists.org/nashville/illuminare.

RAW: natural born artists is an eco friendly organization that provides tools and resources to the arts community. Los Angeles based Advisory Board consists of Kristen Segal of Fred Segal, Bob Moore of Citadel Radio, Shana Nys Dambrot of Flavor Pill among other business owners.

“RAW helps propel the art scene in Nashville to a national level providing a connective tissue to the other cities. With so many misconceptions of what Nashville is, RAW will help rebrand the city and give light to our multi-faceted creative scene.” - RAW alum, Ciciley Hoffman of mode.

For more information, please contact Nashville@RAWartists.org.

Click here to purchase tickets for my girl at Blue Owl Design.