For our first contest for the fall we are collaborating with Chopstix Studio to present our first TwitPic Contest – Opposite Attracts.

To win the prize below all you have to do is take a picture (Twitpic) that symbolizes the phrase Opposites Attract.

• The Picture must contain 2 objects, people, things, e.t.c.
• Using the hash-tag #OppositesAttract Tweet the Picture to both @ReachMagazine and @ChopstixStudio
• Winner will be chosen on the 16th of September at 12 Noon.

Presented by ChopStix Studio the winner will receive a 1.5 hours photoshoot valued at $200+. This photoshoot has the following options: self-portrait, couples shoot, group/family photoshoot. This prize also includes the winner and up to two friends have their make-up professionally done.

Chopstix Studios is a company that is dedicated to enhancing the wedding experience with make-up artistry and photography. The name came from the idea that you need both chopsticks to be able to eat. Just like you and your significant other, you are binded together with wedding rings – to grow and work with each other. We combine photo-journalism, unique-to-you compositions, make-up artistry and digital enhancements to help express YOU on your ‘Big Day…

Verve Hair Lounge and Art Gallery is very excited to be showcasing the talent of urban artist Indigo in her first solo show, Towards the Light.  This talented young artist has seen much acclaim in the past year, having showcased her talent internationally in cities such as Toronto, San Francisco, London, Amsterdam, Berlin and of course her home base of Vancouver.

Known for her intricately cut and softly shaded stencils, Indigo has contributed to many beautiful and heartwarming murals at home and around the world.  Recent projects in Vancouver include the Paint Your Faith mural at Abbott and Hastings, the new Beatty Street Mural, Larger than Life at Ayden Gallery and a collaborative project at W2 Storeyum titled All Your Walls, her first foray into freehand work with spray paint.  Her hand-drawn method of stencil design has clearly developed this young artist’s eye and has made her recent evolution into other mediums seamless and strong.

Towards the Light consists of a series of oil paintings, drawings and prints that explore the experience of loss, grief, and regained hope.  It is a tribute to Jennifer Lynn Buhler, Indigo’s best friend throughout her youth, who passed away in a car crash in 2003.  All source images used in this exhibition were created in collaboration with photographer Miles de Courcy, with hair by Verve’s Amber George and makeup by Marlayna Pincott.

You found your wings, lift slow through charcoal skies.  Weighted, I remain.
Seven years later, I move forward, choose light.  Paint pictures not of you but for you – and even now I cannot find the words to write.  Still just a heartbeat, still just a breath away, goodbye seems too strong a word for an absence only as complete as I choose to believe.  Seven years later, I know that you would want to see me smile.

Artist Reception

Sunday August 29
5 – 9 pm
Verve Hair Lounge
227 Lonsdale Avenue
North Vancouver

Food Tasting by Nuba Restaurant
Wine Tasting by Cerelia Winery
Music Stylings by DJ Kilocee

ReachMag.ca would love to give away an awesome free basket of Spa Goodies donated to The Buzz by Wink Beauty Lounge.

All you have to do is Tweet the statement below..

- I entered to win a free basket of spa goodies from @Winkbeauty via @ReachMagazine http://bit.ly/c9eyMv RT to Enter.

Winner will be announced 12pm Tuesday 24th of August 2010

Wink Beauty Lounge

Founded by Vivian Ko Gooch, Wink Beauty Lounge has provided a solution to the increased demand for luscious and beautiful lashes. Wink’s licensed and certified aestheticians are considered to be the best in the business, offering a range of products and services dedicated solely to your eyes, including a large selection of over 200 varieties of false lashes and cosmetics. Wink Beauty Lounge also provides numerous Spa services. From mani’s to pedi’s, the Wink staff carefully take their time to ensure that every client leaves looking and feeling beautiful – on the outside as well as the inside, which leaves them coming back regularly.

“i brought 100 business cards, and i don’t have any left for the next event i am about to attend … ” Tina Baloochestany – Social Shopper

“It was awesome to put a face onto people i’ve got to know on twitter…” Eric Low – Terracotta Restaurant

“When is the next one? This was an awesome event …” Janine Janwoski – Freshout.ca

“Great speakers, i can’t wait for the next one …” The Socialist – BC Business Online

If you were not at The Buzz Entrepreneur Mixer that took place this past Friday at Joseph Richards Lounge then you missed an amazing event. Put together by Reach Magazine founder Dammy Og, the goal was to bring together entrepreneurs that had been featured in the magazine in the past, together with entrepreneurs Reach Magazine hopes to feature in the past. With speakers such as Ryan Holmes – Hootsuite, Michael Tao – askmeoutnow.com, Alisha Mann – Alisha Mann Ventures, and Devon Brookes – Blo Hair Dry, the event was always going to be special.

“I never thought that it would turn out this good… i certainly never expected this many people to show this much love.”  – organizer of the Buzz Mixer and founder of Reach Magazine Dammy Og when asked about how he felt about the Buzz Mixer event.”I’d like to thank all the sponsors, all the speakers, and everyone who came out. This is what the magazine is about and this is why we will continue to do what we have always done – support entrepreneurs.”He Added.

ReachMag.ca asked Dammy if we were going to witness another Buzz event in the near future. He smiled and simply said YES.

As we host the Buzz Entrepreneur Mixer. We’d love to continue highlighting entrepreneurs who are changing Vancouver’s business scene with their innovative ideas.

We are proud to present Chopstix Studios – a company that is dedicated to enhancing the wedding experience with make-up artistry and photography. The name came from the idea that you need both chopsticks to be able to eat. Just like you and your significant other, you are binded together with wedding rings – to grow and work with each other. We combine photo-journalism, unique-to-you compositions, make-up artistry and digital enhancements to help express YOU on your ‘Big Day…
We are happy to inform you that the Chopstix Studios website will be up soon, and you can catch both founders Christine and Hayley at the Buzz Entrepreneur Mixer.

ReachMag.ca is proud to announce that Violet Hill Fashion Boutique has joined the list of sponsors for the Buzz Entrepreneurship Mixer.

Taking place at Joseph Richards Boutique Lounge on the 13th of August 2010, ReachMag.ca is thrilled that Violet Hill Fashion Boutique will showcase all their products, offers, and services.

Violet Hill Fashion Boutique is a new fashion boutique opening up in Historic Steveston Village, just minutes outside of Vancouver. Violet Hill is dedicated to bringing stylish, modern, and feminine pieces into the store that will fit perfectly into any wardrobe.

A brand new boutique, with a young rookie at the helm can only result in fun experiences and a great atmosphere.

Happening this Friday – 13th of August -  at the Joseph Richards Lounge, Reach Magazine’s The Buzz Entrepreneurship Mixer will host entrepreneurs from all types of industries.The Event will showcase entrepreneurs that have been featured in the magazine, along side entrepreneurs that Reach Magazine hopes to feature in the near future.

It is also important to note that everyone is invited. There is something at this event for every individual.

So you are probably wondering what to expect. Well along with a host of cool speakers, expect to get alot of free gifts.

First of all, the 1st 50 individuals will receive a swag bag each. Whats in the swag bag you might wonder…

Well you just have to be one of the first 50 people to check in. Don’t forget to ask for your larnyard when you arrive. Thats the only way you’ll be able to grab a swag on your way out.

We’ve also got one free drink, cupcakes, and finger food to appease your taste buds while you listen to our amazing speakers.

Our official speakers list is as follows.

1. Devon Brooks (Forum for Women Entrepreneurs)
2. Alisha Mann (Alisha Man Ventures)
3. Allen Ko  (Photographer)
4. Vivian Ko Gooch (Wink Beauty Lounge)
5. Michael Tao (AskMeOutNow.com)
6. Ryan Moreno (Joseph Richards)
7. Ryan Holmes (Invoke Media – Hootsuite)
8. Dammy Og (Reach Magazine)

Hope we’ll see you all there.

Date:                     August 13^th, 2010

Location:            Joseph Richards Lounge: 1082 Granville Street. Vancouver, BC.

Hours:             6.30pm – 9.00pm

Admission:         $20 Advanced Tickets; $30 @ Door

Info:                     Buy Tickets Here

*Tickets Include 1 free drink per ticket / appies / e.t.c.

DOWNLOAD SPONSORSHIP PACKAGE HERE

REACH MAGAZINE PRESENTS – THE BUZZ: ENTREPRENEUR MIXER!!

“Summer Business event that where entrepreneurs can mingle, relax, have fun with peers from different industries.”

Vancouver, British Columbia, Monday July 19^th, 2010. In a continued show of appreciation and support of local entrepreneurs and businesses, Reach Magazine is throwing a business entrepreneur summer mixer. A summer event where entrepreneurs can come have fun, mingle, relax, and discuss industry trends with their peers.

Happening on the 13^th of August at the Joseph Richards Lounge, the event will host entrepreneurs from all types of industries. All entrepreneurs from all industries are invited, as Reach Magazine will showcase entrepreneurs that have been featured in the magazine, along side entrepreneurs that Reach Magazine hopes to feature in the near future.

The event will host entrepreneurs such as Ryan Holmes from Invoke Media – founder of Hootsuite, Minna Van from The Network Hub, Alisha Mann from Alisha Mann Ventures and a host of other amazing entrepreneurs.

OFFICIAL LIST OF SPEAKERS

Ryan Holmes – Invoke Media

Alisha Mann – Alisha Mann Ventures

Devon Brooks – Blo Me Dry

Michael Tao – Ask Me Out Now

Vivian Ko Gooch – Wink Beauty

(More to Follow)

Event:                    1^st Annual Business Entrepreneur Summer Mixer

Date:                     August 13^th, 2010

Location:            Joseph Richards Lounge: 1082 Granville Street. Vancouver, BC.

Hours:             6.30pm – 9.00pm

Admission:         $20 Advanced Tickets; $30 @ Door

Info:                     Buy Tickets Here

*Tickets Include 1 free drink per ticket / appies / e.t.c.

DOWNLOAD SPONSORSHIP PACKAGE HERE

Reference:

Reach Magazine

778.227.4415

3^rd floor, 422 Richards Street

Vancouver, B.C. V6B 2Z3

SPONSORS

PRESENTED BY

ReachMag.ca is pleased to announce that VancityBuzz.com has been confirmed as the Media Sponsor for The Buzz Entrepreneurship Mixer.

Bursting into the Vancouver blogosphere in the Summer of 2008, VancityBuzz.com has grown exponentially with increased content, solid business relationships, strong social media presence, and expanded readership. VancityBuzz.com has achieved success by highlighting how great Vancouver is as a city. By highlighting and showcasing different local events, news, small businesses, and models, VancityBuzz.com has become the leading online source for everything Vancouver.

The Buzz Entrepreneurship Mixer is taking place on the 13th of August 2010. At the Joseph Richards Boutique Club. Entrepreneurs such as Ryan Holmes (Invoke Media – Hootsuite), Michael Tao (AskMeOutNow.com), Alisha Mann (Alisha Mann Ventures), Devon Brooks (Blo Dry Bar) + many more will be speaking at the event.

Hope to see you on the night.

For more information about the event and to grab tickets, click here.

ReachMag.ca is proud and very happy to introduce Stephanie Sia’s new cupcake business Dolce Delights. We are also very excited to add that you will be able to try a sample of cupcakes made by Dolce Delights at The Buzz Entrepreneurship.

Taking place at Joseph Richards Boutique Lounge on the 13th of August 2010, ReachMag.ca is thrilled that Dolce Delights will showcase all their products, offers, and services.

Dolce Delights

Created by Student Entrepreneur Stephanie Sia, Dolce Delights is a company that caters to your cupcake needs. From normal size cupcakes to mini cupcakes, Dolce Delights has everything to make you coming back for more. Reach Magazine is excited to host Dolce Delights at The Buzz Entrepreneurship Mixer.

We hope to see you on the 13th of August 2010.