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Black Lab Trio's sounds and Kalamar's strokes create a cool confluence of atmosphere.

Seattle, WA. March 9, 2006.

Greg Kalamar captured perspectives of a series of cool moments at the Palace Ballroom in Seattle as a special birthday celebration took place amidst the classic jazz sounds of Black Lab Trio.

The smooth-moving event organized by Tom Douglas Catering and Events felt relaxed yet constantly evolving as the color and sound merged beautifully with the good people who infused the moment with their own forms of artistic, celebratory energy. Greg especially enjoyed this gig and the people with whom he was fortunate to become acquainted.

Greg Kalamar paints live at Yahoo's Official Grammys Afterparty.

Hollywood, CA. February 9, 2006.

Greg Kalamar amazed those fortunate enough to have gained entrance into Grammy night's official afterparty sponsored by Yahoo Inc. and hosted by Missy Elliott.

Celebrities such as David Spade, Alicia Keys, Shannon Elizabeth and Paris Hilton celebrated at Mood while taking in an incredible performance by Kalamar as he fused his unique style of entertainment and fine art. Guests made their way through the crowd to get a close-up glimpse of Kalamar's captivating performance and make offers for the final piece. Unfortunately for them, the piece was commissioned by Yahoo and is now a part of their extensive art collection.

Greg Kalamar captures D:FUSE's latest release,
People 3, live at Mighty.

San Francisco, CA. October 19, 2005.

Greg Kalamar captured the energy on canvas at Club Mighty in San Francisco, as D:FUSE and Mike Hiratzka recorded the latest People 3 Release along with a packed LIVE audience. The painting appears in the CD art.

"Greg Kalamar's work is spot-on. He has the ability to capture so much emotion, movement, and energy in such a short amount of time. I've never seen anything like it. It was quite an honor to have him THERE the night of the People_3 recording." - D:Fuse

Greg Kalamar participates in Gala of Hope non-profit auction for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.

San Francisco, CA. May 14, 2005.

Greg painted live at the Ritz Carlton Knob Hill in San Francisco, CA to support the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.

Greg Kalamar returns to Washington to support the Semi-Annual POSSCA Gala and Auction.

Olympia, WA. April 30, 2005.

Greg painted live at the Indian Summer Golf and Country Club in Olympia, WA in support of the POSSCA Semi-Annual Gala and Auction.

Kalamar leaves his creative impression at the Microsoft Technology Center Opening ceremony.

Reston, VA. January 31, 2005.

Microsoft tapped Greg Kalamar to capture the moment at the opening of their new technology center in Reston, VA.

Greg Kalamar donates live painting of SFMOMA Art Auction 2004.

San Francisco, CA. May 20, 2004.

Greg Kalamar, Live Event Artist captured the SFMOMA Biennial Art Auction 2004on canvas, live on May 19, 2004. The contagious energy of the auction and stunning architecture of the museum were celebrated on a 60" x 60" stretched canvas in the vivid acrylics of Kalamar's palette. The exclusive resident artist for the evening, Kalamar intrigued museum supporters with his unique melding of live entertainment and art. The CEO of Bonhams & Butterfields outbid the competition to secure this much anticipated auction entry for his own.

Bonhams & Butterfields Auctioneers is one of the world's largest auction houses, specializing in fine art, antiques and decorative objects.

Tribeca Film Festival (NYC) Selects Film Featuring the Art of Greg Kalamar

San Francisco, CA. April 26, 2004.

Happily, Even After a feature length motion picture showcasing the art of Greg Kalamar, has been selected by the Tribeca Film Festival to be held May 1-9, 2004. Catch a screening of this Showcase Feature and meet Greg Kalamar after the movie.

Screenings Schedule: (United Artists Theaters, 102 North End Ave.)

Monday, May 3rd at 5pm, UA-1
Tuesday, May 4th at 4:45pm, UA-10
Friday, May 7th at 6pm, UA-5

Who is the real artist behind the main character, artist Jake Singer (Jason Behr) of Happily, Even After? From the first brush stroke in the opening credits, Greg Kalamar's influence is apparent. Kalamar played a major role in helping create the believability of the main character as young artist. Kalamar acted as the lead actor's painting coach, painted the works of art "created" by the main character in the movie, and lent an artistic hand for close up painting shots.

The Tribeca Film Festival was created by Jane Rosenthal and Robert De Niro in support of New York City and to enable people to experience the power of film by redefining the film festival experience. Happily, Even After is directed by Un Su Lee and produced by Hotbed.

Greg Kalamar captures flight history at the Hiller Aviation Museum Gala

San Carlos, CA. September 27, 2003.

Greg Kalamar captured on canvas the black tie gala celebration, commemorating Hiller Aviation Institute and Museum's 5th Anniversary and the Centennial of Flight. Along with Mr. Stan Hiller, Jr., a pioneer in the field of helicopter flight, and Mr. Dick Rutan, Voyager pilot and keynote speaker, several local aviation dignitaries are depicted in this historic painting, among exhibits of the museum's amazing flying machines.

Greg Kalamar's Burning Man Collection featured in exhibit at Sony Metreon in San Francisco

San Francisco, CA. September 12-26, 2003.

With paintbrush in hand, Greg Kalamar returned to the playa to capture on canvas the experience that is Burning Man. He created five powerful works of art, including four at Sol Systemand one at Lite Brite .Kalamar's artwork was featured in the Burning Man art exhibit at the Sony Metreon in connection with the premier of the documentary film, Confessions of a Burning Man .

Confessions of a Burning Mandocumentary features time-lapse of Greg Kalamar

San Jose, California. March 7, 2003.

The new documentary Confessions of a Burning Man screened at a sneak premiere at Ciniquest, the San Jose Film Festival 2003. In the film, Greg Kalamar is featured in a dramatic time-lapse clip of him painting the David Best's Temple of Joy at sunset. Kalamar also participated in the pre-screening festivities by capturing the pre-party on a 48" by 30" canvas which was purchased that night by a guest at the party.

Confessions of a Burning Man is a sumptuous celebration of Burning Man's art, music and remarkable sense of community. The Burning Man experience is shared through the eyes of four first-timers and lyrically interwoven with the profound philosophies of founder Larry Harvey. Also featured are Petaluma artist David Best and his Temple of Joy, an amazing multi-story work which pushes the edge of public arts projects.

Confessions of a Burning Man is directed by Un Su Lee and Paul Barnett, and produced by Hotbed Media, a San Francisco production company.

Greg Kalamar creates art for A Lie of the Mind at ACT Theatre

Seattle, Washington. February 12, 2003.

Rebound One Productions commissioned Greg Kalamar to create a painting representing the themes of its February production of A Lie of the Mind a play by Sam Shepard, running through the end of the month at the ACT Theatre. The canvas Kalamar created depicts a supine figure lying on a large flat surface, underneath a beautiful swirling starry night sky with ominous flames on the horizon. The artwork is being used in all promotional materials for the production, including advertising, posters, program, and even as the cover art for the CD of the original score.

Greg Kalamar paints New Year Eve Gala at the
Hyatt Regency San Francisco

San Francisco, California. January 1, 2003.

Greg Kalamar was a featured performer at the Hyatt Regency's "Dance 2002," one of San Francisco's largest New Years Eve parties. Over the course of four hours, Greg studied the central atrium the worlds largest atrium hotel lobby, and the heart of the party on a large, 72" by 48" canvas.

Kalamar painted on stage with the news anchors from KRON4 TV who interviewed him and kept track of his progress throughout the night. KRON4 used the Hyatt as the centerpiece of their coverage of San Francisco's New Years Eve festivities. Over 2,000 guests celebrated the turning of the calendar at this huge party.

Greg Kalamar is featured in feature film, Happily Even After

San Francisco, California. November 10, 2002.

Greg Kalamar recently completed work on a feature length motion picture — Happily Even After — to be released late 2003 or early 2004. The picture includes Greg's art (both canvases and sketches) and his influence. Greg acted as the lead actor's painting coach, and many of the pieces of art that the character creates in the film are actually Greg's work, including potentially some canvas close-ups of Greg painting a huge mural.

The lead character in this romantic comedy is an artist who is still haunted by the tragic death of his parents and struggles in his relationship with his controlling sister. Through the romantic twists in the story, Jake Singer, played by Jason Behr(Roswell, The Shipping News, Dawson's Creek, Pleasantville) regains his sense of purpose and self-confidence partly through creating art.

Happily Even After is directed by Un Su Lee, and produced by Hotbed Media, a San Francisco production company.

Impressions Last at First Sight New Chef's Table at Four Seasons Olympic

Seattle, Washington. June 12, 1999.

Four Seasons Olympic Hotel will now offer one of the most unique dining experiences in Seattle Gavin's Table. With the help of local artist, Greg Kalamar, Executive Chef Gavin Stephenson's once ordinary office has been transformed into a one-of-a-kind dining experience. Kalamar worked closely with Stephenson to create the setting for the colorful three-wall mural that hits all of the senses. "I wanted to give Greg (Kalamar) the same artistic freedom I have in creating my dishes," shares Stephenson.

Incorporated into Kalamar's designs are impressionistic images of cooks on "the line" and familiar Seattle favorites nestled between the design of the hotel's 1924 lobby banister. Adding to the ambiance, walls have been knocked out and windows replaced so that Stephenson's kitchen is exposed in its true colors. The surrounding walls are painted to tell the story of what's hidden behind them the cooking. Gavin's Table allows guests to experience dining in a whole new art form.