The photography world bid a fond farewell at the end of 2008 to Polaroid film, spawning Ebay auction frenzy and inciting frustration (all right, downright heartbreak!) among the many devotees of that magical little square of instant nostalgia. What do us artsy, Polaroid-loving folks do when the going gets tough? Why, celebrate of course. Opening at Space Gallery this Friday, March 20 Instant Gratification: A Tribute to the Pursuit of Polaroid is a group exhibition of Polaroid photography and Polaroid inspired art. Over 20 artists will have multiple works up showcasing various Polaroid formats from straight 600 film instant prints to emulsion lifts and transfers to paintings. In addition to taking advantage of Space Gallery’s full bar, getting down to DJs must.not.die and Mr. Mention and basking in the glow of well over a hundred artworks, a “faux-to” booth complete with interchangeable backgrounds and props will entice gallery-goers to get creative and make their own Polaroid print, and then place it within a constantly evolving live art piece. The revelry begins at 8 pm and will continue into the wee hours, so mark your calendar and satiate your craving for a night of all things Polaroid!

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Gina and Adriana…Head Office Tramps in charge!

I actually made it out of the house last Friday night to posse up with the Office Tramp ladies and celebrate their S/S ‘08 debut and the Office Tramp inspired artwork by Jeanelle Cheng, which you will see was BANANAS! Congrats ladies on successful evening!

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If you are a hardworking, nose to the grind, get yours, get paid, moving and shaking, never not working kinda gal, then Office Tramp has the jewels that celebrate your hustle!! This Spring/Summer, OT, introduces the “Working Girl” collection. Inspired by items found in everyday office life, you can find necklaces, bracelets and belts adorned with the over-sized ‘9-5′ clocks, vintage style reading glasses, and old-school rotary telephones, all with a reflective finish, that will add much flavor to your Working Girl look . Take a look at their latest and greatest look-book shot by Severe Gentlemen.

And get your calenders out and save the date for April 11th. Office Tramp will be showcasing their new collection, along with Art Works by Jeanelle Chang, “Sociovanity” and photography by Clay Gardner at “Haute Monde” at the Space Gallery, see the flyer and more after the jump!

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