This post shows some random pics from the first open mic we held at our house. You should also check out my previous post about the food at open mic.

Long shot of the "venue". It was really dark out there but not THAT dark.

Tea station at the ready for guests.

Genivere serenades us on the violin.

Genivere bringing the gypsy vibe to our gypsy event.

Gen reads some poetry.

Tammy performing everywhere she goes.

Man are we high tech!

Open mic attenddees enthralled by the performance.

Gen reading the story of the Sailor McGee ???

Tammy on flute and Daniel on guitar for a little improv in D minor.

Shannon on cello.

Genivere plays some gypsy tunes on the violin.

Shannon and Daniel attempting to jam.

Daniel doing his thing on the guitar.

Really it wasn't THAT dark.

Nicole shows off her paintings.

Another of Nicole's works in progress. I love this one and I hope she gives it to me. Besides being a great painting I have a soft spot for primates.

Two of Nicole's works in progress.

Nicole pets Siady (aka tripod).

Nicole discusses painting and art philosophy.

Jordan and Nicole enjoying each others company (and home brews).

Tammy, Amanda, and Brian marvel at the dragon fruit.

Daniel taking a break for food.

I think Nicole was sick of me taking pictures.

Russ playing some tunes later in the night in the "studio".

Saying good-bye!

Russ is so cool.

zoe and Nicole discuss random mail.

As the night wound down a few us ended up in the "studio" playing GO listening to Russ play and just talking.

More Russ jamming out.

Hanging out.

zoe and Nicole discussing some really important.

Jordan taking a closer look at GO.

zoe gesticulating wildly.

Just can't get enough of Russ.
3 Responses to Open mic: the first
I am so pleased that everyone brought a piece of art or some kind of craft.
I can’t wait to see what happens next time.
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