Neocon/The Great Chicago Event 2011 finishes with a great showing.
The annual trade show, which takes place every year, has been successfully completed and there were many new and exciting products introduced. Our manufacturers are leading the charge as they revealed their new products, options, finishes, and technologies at this year's annual National Exposition of Contract Furnishings show in Chicago. In it's 42nd year, this trade show is the largest show of its kind in North America. It's always an inspiring time for us as we witness the unveiling of new products. As we strive to continue to be a true 'resource', keeping ourselves informed and up to date on the latest trends, concepts and technologies, we always return from this event refreshed and enthused as we share these new ideas with our customers.
This year we did something fun. We sent our roving 'resource' reporter armed with a video camera so that live shots could sent back and made available to those who were not able to attend this year, They were able to see first hand some of what we were seeing. It was not as good as actually being there, but gave our viewers a taste of the show.
If you would like to see the videos from the show click here.
City of Spokane’s SMART Business Recognition Program
Contract Resource Group has been recognized as a Sustainable Management of Assets, Resources and Technology (SMART) Business by the City of Spokane! We have received recognition at the Certified level for our Green Building Innovation and at the Participant level for our commitment to be make changes to be more energy efficient, reduce pollution emissions and reduce waste.
For more information on the SMART program or other City of Spokane Business and Development programs visit their web-site at www.developingspokane.org
Local Artist on display at Contract Resource Group
We have several local artists who have work on display at our showroom.
E.L. Stewart is well known for intriguing figure work. She attended a private design school on scholarship with a major focus on illustration, graphic design and advertising, moving to Spokane in 1974. Stewart continues to paint independently and passionately using the figure as subject and metaphor as well, combining personal imagery, prophetic dreams, and abstract elements to challenge the viewer on an intimate level.
Tom Bowman's preferred medium is colored pencil. He likes that they are "easy to carry...they're perfect for hiking and climbing mountains." For Tom, an avid outdoorsman, and nature lover, the next bend in the road could lead to a river or a mounaintop, an encounter with a bear or squid. After traveling in all 50 states and over 35 countries, his portfolios speak for themselves.
Jan Hoakstarted wrking in fused glass in 2004, after a workshop at Bullseye Glass. She continues to hone her glass working skills and hopes to venture into creating sculptures of glass and mixed media. She started her carrier in art with a BFA from Wright State University with an emphasis in sculpture and printmaking.
Linda Lowrycombines a background in art and photography from Moore College of Art in Philadelphia, with a passion for travel. The result is not a typical travelogue-style "postcard" photos, but is an attempt to capture an emotional response to what is perceived as the essence of a place or culture.
Jo Simpson is a native of Idaho and finds inspiration for her paintings in the dramatic and beautiful scenery of North Idaho.Jo is a member of the Idaho Watercolor Society, the Spokane Watercolor Society, and a signature member of the Montana Watercolor Society.
Marsha Marcuson’s paintings and designs cover a range of subjects and styles, but her main focus is always on color and movement.Some of her favorite subjects have been foliage, flowers and landscape.
Jeff Allison uses many different types of paint in conjunction with each other; latex, oils, enamels, lacquers…whatever he can get his hands on.He has found that by mixing different types of paint he can achieve textures and reactions not possible when using enamel or oil alone.
We have provided these web links for your convenience. They fall within our ongoing efforts for further industry education, point our visitors to other sites that share a common vision or standard, or simply be provided for general interest. Let us know if you find them helpful.
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