*FREE RSVP* Neato Art Show
The Neato Art Show is a pop-up showcase featuring talent of every genre and spectrum of creativity! From photographers and models to artists and handmade crafters, this event is free for attendees to see and network with local talent. Artwork and items may also be available for sale.
FREE RSVP today and keep checking back to see the updated list of talent for the upcoming showcase!
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Nick Zelenenki, a traveling landscape/adventure photographer from Union NJ, spent the last 7 months living in the Grand Canyon shooting both antique film cameras and digital format.
I started with photography in 1985 and specialized later in specific areas of Fine Art Photography including micro/macro, infrared, and B&W photography. I still have my own darkroom and perform traditional film and silver gelatin based print development. When I take a photo, I want to reveal the atmosphere of this moment and keep the natural touch.
Offering handbags, wallets, and beaded and chainmaille jewelry.
Offering fabric and embroidered personal accessories and home décor, as well as freestanding lace.
Lee uses a mostly multimedia approach including everything from traditional watercolor and acrylic paint, to helium balloon transfers and fabric scraps. Whether painting or collaging, layering is a continuous thread in her work.
Jessica has been photographing professionally for over 20 years. After leaving her staff position at a successful commercial studio, her current direction has her concentrating on portraits and events for both you and your business. Jessica focuses on colorful still lifes and portraits which focus on personality, as well as event photography that makes you feel like you're there. She is thrilled to be involved with Save the Williams Center, Downtown Rutherford Magazine, and a number of local musicians and performers.
*AS SEEN ON: The Huffington Post, Glam Fairy, Country Living Magazine, Steppin Out Magazine, Lemon Drop Vintage, Best of Brooklyn and more! Lavish adornments for those who like to glitter or get glam. Cocktail rings for gals sipping cosmos and cameo necklaces for the vintage vixens. We offer posh finds from decades past, revamped into trendy pieces that will make heads turn. One of a kind describes all of our jewelry, custom made with love from trinkets and baubles found in thrift stores, far-away lands, and NYC boutiques. Posh Adornments is for the trendy chicks that are always first in fashion, the retro hellcats that embrace the glamorous style of Marilyn and Bettie, the valley girl, the hipster honeys and all those in between.
Pyrography is the art of wood burning imagery with a hot tool. Daniela can burn an image or saying on most wooden items, ranging from jewelry to photo holders, custom art work, family monograms, nursery art, and more.
I love taking pictures of still life, landscapes, nature, and animals. Anything in those categories I just love. I pretty much get inspired by colors, shapes, or anything different. My inspiration changes depending on the situations I find myself in. Sometimes an idea just pops in my head and I just do it. I feel every artist is unique and their tastes are different. I can’t fit myself in a category. I just do what I want and enjoy the uniqueness that each moment presents.
Featuring mixed media paintings on twisted canvas.
John S. Masi has spent more than 35 years capturing unique perspectives of everyday life in his photography. Locally recognized for his work, the Newark native is a graduate of the Newark School of Fine and Industrial Arts. His photography was first featured in the exhibit, “Newark, A Day in the City” . John, a published photographer, has had many solo exhibits at venues throughout New York and New Jersey, as well as photographs housed in corporate and private collections.
I am a dynamic photographer and creative thinker who has a unique vision when exploring the natural beauty we are surrounded by every day. I often look for a challenge when it comes to capturing a particular scene, and have been known to wait several weeks or months just for the Sun or Moon to line up in the right position. Patience, Persistence, Composure, Endurance. These traits define my method.
Andrew Bird is a Portrait and Fine Art Landscape Photographer; based in the beautiful Pocono Mountains, Pennsylvania. Andrew strives to achieve the best of what he can do in every image. As he continues learning and growing, he works to connect with his clients in a way to bring out the very best in them and providing them with images that will not only get the client noticed, but provide photographs that can be passed on from generation to generation.
Featuring black and white photography.
We're looking for:
· Artists (Traditional & Digital)
· Photographers
· Models
· Makeup Artists
· Handmade Crafts & Jewelry
Notes for Participants:
· You can sell your artwork or items.
· Display is entirely tabletop based – no hanging or wall mounting.
· Setup will be 1 hour.
· A table (1.5ft x 3 ft) and 2 chairs will be provided.
· It's recommended you bring all other items you need for display.
· Electricity will not be provided.
· ALL AGES are welcome, but there may be some fine art nudes and adult concepts displayed by other artists.
To submit your work, please email [email protected] with the following information:
· Put your artist name or company name as subject header.
· Event date you'd like to attend. (We may have multiple dates available at any given time.)
· Artist or company name
· Type of work
· Artist or company logo
· Social network sites (facebook, twitter, instagram, tumblr, etc...)
· Website
· Brief description of artist & work (up to 4 sentences)
· At least 3 images of your best work in the following format:
· jpg | rgb | 300 pixel resolution | at least 8" x 11"
Unique University® is the highly acclaimed education component of Unique Photo®, NJ’s only camera and video superstore. There is over 2000 sq. ft. of learning space, including our start-of-the art, 1000 sq. ft. main presentation hall. Unique University’s mission is to help our visitors “Create Better Pictures” by providing photography education for beginners to pros. With events daily, it is the place where photography groups such as local camera clubs, ASMP, PPA and others meet. We have a full curriculum of classes and seminars from world famous speakers such as Art Wolfe, Rick Sammon, Michael Yamashita, Tyler Stableford, Lindsay Adler, and Will Crockett. We offer photography experiences to such places as the Prudential Center for Seton Hall Men's Basketball, Meadowlands Horse Racetrack, Lakota Wolf Preserve, NJ Jackals Baseball, Rutgers Football, Botanical Gardens, Festival of Ballooning, and much more. Our technical classes include such topics as basic D-SLR photography, lighting techniques, Adobe Photoshop, Elements, and Lightroom, macro photography, composition, editing and printing, wedding photography, HDR photography, working with speedlites, how to use social media, digital organization, one-on-one instruction, and much more.
FAQ UNIVERSITY
Where are classes held?
Unless stated otherwise, classes are held in the Unique University classroom within the Unique Photo SuperStore (123 US Highway 46 West, Fairfield, NJ 07004).
What should I bring to class?
You're encouraged to bring your camera and a notebook and pen to most classes. Some classes will require additional equipment, so please check the class descriptions.
Will lunch or refreshments be included?
Lunch and refreshments are not provided for any classes under 6 hours unless noted.
How do I register for a class?
You can register online, in-store at the concierge, or by phone at either 973-377-6454 or 973-377-2007. Please note that you will need to provide payment information.
Can I register at the door?
For most classes, you're free to register at the concierge desk prior to the start of the class. Please note that there are some classes that offer "Early Bird Special" rates and others that have limited seating, so it would be in your best interest to register prior to the dates of such classes.
I wanted to register for ______ class, but it is now sold out. Is there a waiting list?
Please contact Pamela at 973-377-6454 or email [email protected] with the following information: your name, phone number, email address, and the class name and date.
My question has not been addressed here. Is there someone I can contact?
Please contact Pamela at 973-377-6454 or email [email protected] with any additional inquiries.
Unique University Class Cancellation Policy
Classes costing less than $99 may be canceled up to 48 hours in advance for a full refund. For classes costing $100 or more, advanced notice of seven days before the class is necessary for a full refund.
Requests for cancellation made after these deadlines will be awarded store credit in the amount paid for registration towards a future Unique University seminar or workshop.
Cancellations made within 24 hours of the beginning of a class will not be honored and no refund or credit will be given.
Cancellations of any class utilizing models will be subject to a cancellation fee of 50% of the purchased price (up to $100).
Getting Started
How to Submit
Who Can Enter
Must be 18 years or older at time of entry.
Employees & affiliates of Unique Photo are not eligible.
Photos must be original work submitted by the photographer.
Content must be free of offensive or inappropriate material.
Judging Criteria
Entries are judged on creativity, originality, and adherence to the contest theme. The panel's decision is final.
Entry Requirements
Contest Rules
All photographers retain full copyright to their images. By entering, you grant Unique Photo permission to use your photos on social media for promotional purposes.
Please upload a JPEG image. Resize photographs to under 8MB per photo before submitting.
DO NOT include watermarks on photographs — images with watermarks will be disqualified from entry.
Winners will be announced one week after the deadline on Instagram @UniquePhoto.
Terms & Conditions
Submission Guidelines: Photos must be original and submitted by the photographer. Submissions must not contain offensive, discriminatory, or inappropriate content. Number of photos and submission deadline will be determined by the specific Creators Challenge contest.
Copyright & Usage Rights: All photographers retain full copyrights to their submitted photos. By entering, participants grant Unique Photo a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to use, reproduce, and publish their submitted photos on social media and other digital channels for promotional purposes. No modifications will be made without prior consent, except for minor cropping or resizing.
Judging: Entries will be judged based on creativity, originality, and adherence to the contest theme. The decision of the judging panel is final and binding.
Liability: By entering, participants agree to release Unique Photo and its affiliates from any liability, injury, loss, or damage arising from this contest or any prize won.
Privacy: Personal information collected will only be used to administer the contest and will not be shared with third parties.
Modifications: Unique Photo reserves the right to cancel, suspend, or modify the contest due to technical issues or unforeseen circumstances. For questions, contact [email protected].
Nick Zelenenki, a traveling landscape/adventure photographer from Union NJ, spent the last 7 months living in the Grand Canyon shooting both antique film cameras and digital format.
I started with photography in 1985 and specialized later in specific areas of Fine Art Photography including micro/macro, infrared, and B&W photography. I still have my own darkroom and perform traditional film and silver gelatin based print development. When I take a photo, I want to reveal the atmosphere of this moment and keep the natural touch.
Offering handbags, wallets, and beaded and chainmaille jewelry.
Offering fabric and embroidered personal accessories and home décor, as well as freestanding lace.
Lee uses a mostly multimedia approach including everything from traditional watercolor and acrylic paint, to helium balloon transfers and fabric scraps. Whether painting or collaging, layering is a continuous thread in her work.
Jessica has been photographing professionally for over 20 years. After leaving her staff position at a successful commercial studio, her current direction has her concentrating on portraits and events for both you and your business. Jessica focuses on colorful still lifes and portraits which focus on personality, as well as event photography that makes you feel like you're there. She is thrilled to be involved with Save the Williams Center, Downtown Rutherford Magazine, and a number of local musicians and performers.
*AS SEEN ON: The Huffington Post, Glam Fairy, Country Living Magazine, Steppin Out Magazine, Lemon Drop Vintage, Best of Brooklyn and more! Lavish adornments for those who like to glitter or get glam. Cocktail rings for gals sipping cosmos and cameo necklaces for the vintage vixens. We offer posh finds from decades past, revamped into trendy pieces that will make heads turn. One of a kind describes all of our jewelry, custom made with love from trinkets and baubles found in thrift stores, far-away lands, and NYC boutiques. Posh Adornments is for the trendy chicks that are always first in fashion, the retro hellcats that embrace the glamorous style of Marilyn and Bettie, the valley girl, the hipster honeys and all those in between.
Pyrography is the art of wood burning imagery with a hot tool. Daniela can burn an image or saying on most wooden items, ranging from jewelry to photo holders, custom art work, family monograms, nursery art, and more.
I love taking pictures of still life, landscapes, nature, and animals. Anything in those categories I just love. I pretty much get inspired by colors, shapes, or anything different. My inspiration changes depending on the situations I find myself in. Sometimes an idea just pops in my head and I just do it. I feel every artist is unique and their tastes are different. I can’t fit myself in a category. I just do what I want and enjoy the uniqueness that each moment presents.
Featuring mixed media paintings on twisted canvas.
John S. Masi has spent more than 35 years capturing unique perspectives of everyday life in his photography. Locally recognized for his work, the Newark native is a graduate of the Newark School of Fine and Industrial Arts. His photography was first featured in the exhibit, “Newark, A Day in the City” . John, a published photographer, has had many solo exhibits at venues throughout New York and New Jersey, as well as photographs housed in corporate and private collections.
I am a dynamic photographer and creative thinker who has a unique vision when exploring the natural beauty we are surrounded by every day. I often look for a challenge when it comes to capturing a particular scene, and have been known to wait several weeks or months just for the Sun or Moon to line up in the right position. Patience, Persistence, Composure, Endurance. These traits define my method.
Andrew Bird is a Portrait and Fine Art Landscape Photographer; based in the beautiful Pocono Mountains, Pennsylvania. Andrew strives to achieve the best of what he can do in every image. As he continues learning and growing, he works to connect with his clients in a way to bring out the very best in them and providing them with images that will not only get the client noticed, but provide photographs that can be passed on from generation to generation.
Featuring black and white photography.
We're looking for:
· Artists (Traditional & Digital)
· Photographers
· Models
· Makeup Artists
· Handmade Crafts & Jewelry
Notes for Participants:
· You can sell your artwork or items.
· Display is entirely tabletop based – no hanging or wall mounting.
· Setup will be 1 hour.
· A table (1.5ft x 3 ft) and 2 chairs will be provided.
· It's recommended you bring all other items you need for display.
· Electricity will not be provided.
· ALL AGES are welcome, but there may be some fine art nudes and adult concepts displayed by other artists.
To submit your work, please email [email protected] with the following information:
· Put your artist name or company name as subject header.
· Event date you'd like to attend. (We may have multiple dates available at any given time.)
· Artist or company name
· Type of work
· Artist or company logo
· Social network sites (facebook, twitter, instagram, tumblr, etc...)
· Website
· Brief description of artist & work (up to 4 sentences)
· At least 3 images of your best work in the following format:
· jpg | rgb | 300 pixel resolution | at least 8" x 11"
Unique University® is the highly acclaimed education component of Unique Photo®, NJ’s only camera and video superstore. There is over 2000 sq. ft. of learning space, including our start-of-the art, 1000 sq. ft. main presentation hall. Unique University’s mission is to help our visitors “Create Better Pictures” by providing photography education for beginners to pros. With events daily, it is the place where photography groups such as local camera clubs, ASMP, PPA and others meet. We have a full curriculum of classes and seminars from world famous speakers such as Art Wolfe, Rick Sammon, Michael Yamashita, Tyler Stableford, Lindsay Adler, and Will Crockett. We offer photography experiences to such places as the Prudential Center for Seton Hall Men's Basketball, Meadowlands Horse Racetrack, Lakota Wolf Preserve, NJ Jackals Baseball, Rutgers Football, Botanical Gardens, Festival of Ballooning, and much more. Our technical classes include such topics as basic D-SLR photography, lighting techniques, Adobe Photoshop, Elements, and Lightroom, macro photography, composition, editing and printing, wedding photography, HDR photography, working with speedlites, how to use social media, digital organization, one-on-one instruction, and much more.
FAQ UNIVERSITY
Where are classes held?
Unless stated otherwise, classes are held in the Unique University classroom within the Unique Photo SuperStore (123 US Highway 46 West, Fairfield, NJ 07004).
What should I bring to class?
You're encouraged to bring your camera and a notebook and pen to most classes. Some classes will require additional equipment, so please check the class descriptions.
Will lunch or refreshments be included?
Lunch and refreshments are not provided for any classes under 6 hours unless noted.
How do I register for a class?
You can register online, in-store at the concierge, or by phone at either 973-377-6454 or 973-377-2007. Please note that you will need to provide payment information.
Can I register at the door?
For most classes, you're free to register at the concierge desk prior to the start of the class. Please note that there are some classes that offer "Early Bird Special" rates and others that have limited seating, so it would be in your best interest to register prior to the dates of such classes.
I wanted to register for ______ class, but it is now sold out. Is there a waiting list?
Please contact Pamela at 973-377-6454 or email [email protected] with the following information: your name, phone number, email address, and the class name and date.
My question has not been addressed here. Is there someone I can contact?
Please contact Pamela at 973-377-6454 or email [email protected] with any additional inquiries.
Unique University Class Cancellation Policy
Classes costing less than $99 may be canceled up to 48 hours in advance for a full refund. For classes costing $100 or more, advanced notice of seven days before the class is necessary for a full refund.
Requests for cancellation made after these deadlines will be awarded store credit in the amount paid for registration towards a future Unique University seminar or workshop.
Cancellations made within 24 hours of the beginning of a class will not be honored and no refund or credit will be given.
Cancellations of any class utilizing models will be subject to a cancellation fee of 50% of the purchased price (up to $100).
Getting Started
How to Submit
Who Can Enter
Must be 18 years or older at time of entry.
Employees & affiliates of Unique Photo are not eligible.
Photos must be original work submitted by the photographer.
Content must be free of offensive or inappropriate material.
Judging Criteria
Entries are judged on creativity, originality, and adherence to the contest theme. The panel's decision is final.
Entry Requirements
Contest Rules
All photographers retain full copyright to their images. By entering, you grant Unique Photo permission to use your photos on social media for promotional purposes.
Please upload a JPEG image. Resize photographs to under 8MB per photo before submitting.
DO NOT include watermarks on photographs — images with watermarks will be disqualified from entry.
Winners will be announced one week after the deadline on Instagram @UniquePhoto.
Terms & Conditions
Submission Guidelines: Photos must be original and submitted by the photographer. Submissions must not contain offensive, discriminatory, or inappropriate content. Number of photos and submission deadline will be determined by the specific Creators Challenge contest.
Copyright & Usage Rights: All photographers retain full copyrights to their submitted photos. By entering, participants grant Unique Photo a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to use, reproduce, and publish their submitted photos on social media and other digital channels for promotional purposes. No modifications will be made without prior consent, except for minor cropping or resizing.
Judging: Entries will be judged based on creativity, originality, and adherence to the contest theme. The decision of the judging panel is final and binding.
Liability: By entering, participants agree to release Unique Photo and its affiliates from any liability, injury, loss, or damage arising from this contest or any prize won.
Privacy: Personal information collected will only be used to administer the contest and will not be shared with third parties.
Modifications: Unique Photo reserves the right to cancel, suspend, or modify the contest due to technical issues or unforeseen circumstances. For questions, contact [email protected].