May 2003 Newsletter
http://www.uniteddivas.com

Greetings! United Divas is an organization that empowers women to become artistic leaders, professionals, innovators, and role models for both aspiring and practicing artists.You are receiving this newsletter because you signed up for the newsletter through our website, or you are friends or acquaintances with one of the members of United Divas.

:: Avalon :: THIS THURSDAY May 22, 2003 :: A New Multimedia Monthly Event...

Michele Bass of Mystik Alchemy and Jan Tompkins of United Divas invite you to Avalon, to experience the pleasures of purity, rebirth, sensuality, and new beginnings... Join us for the launch of the monthly multi-media artist showcase that allows you to weave your dreams together. Take this opportunity to inspire and be inspired...The premiere event is Thursday May 22nd at Cine-Space in Hollywood, which is an amazing space that provides 2 areas to feature musicians, djs, fashion, performance and visuals, exposing people to a number of artistic outlets by featuring diverse groups of unique artists that have mastered their craft to a style that is their own.


:: LEARN ABOUT THE ARTISTS ::
:: READ THE PRESS RELEASE ::
:: VIEW THE FLYER ::

For event updates...
http://www.uniteddivas.com/events.html

***Attention: Are you an artist who is interested in showing work or performing at one of our events? We are looking for artists to show at future events as well, so we would like to learn more about what you do. Please send us a brief description of the work you do and what you are interested in doing for the event. Samples of visual art are welcomed as well. referrals@uniteddivas.com

:: Learn about our divas...
Ramey Arnold (ReelGrace)
April '03 Diva of the month
Producer*Vocalist*Songwriter*Dancer
Visit Her Gallery :: http://www.uniteddivas.com/reegracebio.html
Upcoming events:: http://www.unitedivas.com/reelgraceshows.html
JUNE: Sunday, June, 1st at 8:30 PM at The Gig on Melrose.
Friday, June 13th at 8 PM at The Knitting Factory, Alterknit Lounge, in Hollywood.
For Booking :: stephanie.l@theagencygroup.com
Colette Marino (DJ Colette)
March '03 Diva of the month
DJ*Producer*Remixer*Vocalist*Songwriter

Visit Her Gallery :: http://www.uniteddivas.com/colettebio.html
Visit Her Website for upcoming event dates :: http://www.djcolette.com
For Booking :: joy@championsound.com

Holly Williams
February Diva of the Month 2003
Painter*Photographer*Draftsman*Muralist

Visit Her Gallery :: http://www.uniteddivas.com/hollybio.html
Contact Holly :: jungmonkey@yahoo.com

Meg Cranston
December Diva of the Month 2002
Teacher*Writer*Painter*Sculptor*Installationist*Performance Artist

Visit Her Gallery :: http://www.uniteddivas.com/megbio.htm
Contact Meg :: CranstonM@aol.com

Mahina Yuki Terauchi
November Diva of the Month 2002
Henna artist*Vocalist

Visit Her Gallery :: http://www.uniteddivas.com/mahina.html
Visit Her Band's Website for upcoming event dates :: http://www.ohmhome.com/ohv2/v2/v2.html
:: DOWNLOAD OHM SONGS FROM THE AMP ENERGY WEBSITE ::
For Booking :: ohmmahina@excite.com

Tyler Stone (Ms. T)
September Diva of the Month 2002
Vocalist*DJ*Remixer*Producer

Visit Her Gallery :: http://www.uniteddivas.com/tstone.html
Visit Her Website for upcoming event dates :: http://www.wanderlustmusic.com
For Booking :: tyler@wanderlustmusic.com

Darcey Kearney (DRC)
August Diva of the Month 2002
DJ*Producer*Vocalist*Record Label Owner

Learn about her upcoming events :: http://www.uniteddivas.com/drcshows.html
Visit Her Gallery :: http://www.uniteddivas.com/drc.html
For Booking :: stephanie.l@theagencygroup.com
Kathy Lajvardi
(Co-founder)
Designer*Animator*Photographer*Painter

Visit Her Gallery :: http://www.uniteddivas.com/kathy.html
Learn about her upcoming events :: http://www.uniteddivas.com/avalon.html
Contact Kathy :: kathylajvardi@uniteddivas.com
Sara Cembalisty
(Co-founder)
 Videographer*Photographer*Curator

Visit Her Gallery :: http://www.uniteddivas.com/saramain.html
Learn about her upcoming events :: http://www.koplindelrio.com

Jan Tompkins (Lady Jay)
Founder
Designer*Animator*DJ*Illustrator

Visit Her Gallery :: http://www.uniteddivas.com/jan.html
Learn about her upcoming events :: http://www.uniteddivas.com/jandj.html
Contact Jan :: ladyjay@uniteddivas.com

:: United Divas tshirt for your wearing pleasure...

Red baby tees are available for $15 (retail) through United Divas founders Jan, Sara, or Kathy. Send an email to inquire about purchasing for both retail and/or wholesale (inquire for wholsale pricing): store@uniteddivas.com

Description: Logo on front, small web address on back. They are printed on American Apparel brand, 100% cotton, 100% sweatshop free jersey tees (s,m,l - women's) All profits go towards United Divas expenses (such as webhosting & promotions). A special thanks to everyone who has already bought a shirt.

T-shirts are also available at Green Sector in Santa Monica for $19.95 (s, m, l - women's)
Location: 2400 Main St., just north of Ocean Park
Store Hours: Tue-Sat: 12-8pm / Sun. 12-6pm Closed on Mondays.

 
:: Have you seen a diva's work lately?

We are always searching to find our next diva of the month. Each month we recognize a multi-disciplined female artist as diva of the month. Visit the United Divas website to see what divas receive for being chosen as "Diva of the Month" (http://www.uniteddivas.com/diva.html)

Are you someone who excels in their artistic profession? Do you utilize many types of skills to create your work? Are you a multi-disciplined artist? Check this link for submission suggestions if you would like to submit samples of your work:
(http://www.uniteddivas.com/dom_guidelines.html)

Do you know a woman who is super talented? Send us links to their work, or email us and tell us about what they do and how we can experience some of their creations. Tell us about a diva! (referrals@uniteddivas.com)

:: Quote of the Month

"Being powerful is like being a lady. If you have to tell people you are, you aren't."
--Margaret Thatcher
 (Courtesy of Lih Russell of Los Angeles)