Last year's string of photo shoots ended on a high note when the Seattle cult band BRAD, including Seattle legend Stone Gossard of Pearl Jam, came to ULS to be photographed by the amazing Daniel Zetterstrom.  Check out his work here. Below is a behind the scenes shot of the photo shoot by David Eader, check out his work here.

BRAD has released a total of 4 albums between 1993 and 2005.  Their 5th album is due to be released in early 2012, this should be very exciting news to those hard core followers out there since you have been waiting 7 years!
The band is comprised of Shawn Smith (vocalist), Jeremy Toback (bassist), Regan Hagar (drummer) and last but certainly not least, Stone Gossard (guitarist).  These guys are seriously the nicest group of guys and incredibly cool.  As they moved through the rooms at ULS in front of Daniel's camera, they listened to the likes of Hendrix, Floyd and Zeppelin and expressed their love for these bands and chatted about music pretty much the whole time.
Do yourself a favor and pick up a copy of their new album and support not only a local legend, but a solid, music-loving group of dudes:)

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We had a fantastic time at the Seattle Wedding Show talking to so many excited couples (more about our awesome experience at the show later). After the dust settled Sunday evening and the ULS crew was decompressing over a few cocktails, we realized that many people have one big misconception about our space: our size! Did you know that in 2011 we averaged about two weddings per week? We can’t believe it either! Of those events, the vast majority (at least 90%) were weddings. The average size was just over 100 people, with weddings as intimate as 40 and as large as 250.

Here, get the skinny on just how big of a party you can throw in this place with a good ol’ Q & A session.
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We will build a gallery show....before your very eyes! A live drawing event featuring original, on-the-spot artwork created by Seattle's Bureau of Drawers.  Watch as blank walls fill with all new art from the talented hands of a dozen artists.  All art for sale, don't miss it! [..]

The Seattle Wedding Show is right around the corner (January 7th and 8th!) and ULS can't wait to participate again in this great event! If you're newly engaged or need inspiration for any aspect of your wedding, this is the place to be. [..]

It's our 3rd Anniversary show and we are welcoming back some of our favorite artists for this group exhibition!  Also, to help ring in the 3rd year, we are bringing back the boys of Duck Ugly to bust out some awesome live silk screen t-shirt printing which will benefit Skateistan , a really cool non-profit.  In the spirit of the giving season, we will have a drop box for Toys For Tots so please bring an unwrapped toy for a little kiddie in need.  You may also find some holiday treats laying around:) [..]

One of the great things (among many) about getting married here at Urban Light Studios is that it often requires bringing in little to no décor. And while this is a total bonus, we can’t help but suggest one little design tip…flowers, flowers, and more flowers!

Image Credit: Urban Light Studios

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A multi-media art exhibit by Electric Coffin is sure to light up your Friday evening.  They will illuminate Urban Light Studios this month as they explore pop culture with old fashioned signage!  So bring your shades cause your gonna be...blinded by the light, revved up....!  You should also think about bringing a t-shirt that you might need spiffed up because we are going to have the boys from Duck Ugly doing live silk screen printing...that's right art walkers!  If all of your shirts are already badass, it's cool because these boys are prepared with t-shirts for purchase! [..]

One of the greatest aspects of the main event space here at Urban Light Studios is our awesome expanse of western facing windows. What is even more awesome how many couples have said “I do” in front of them since our opening. And while they make an outstanding statement on their own as wedding backdrop, many couples choose to jazz up the space a little further by creating a custom made “arch” alternative to say those special vows under.

Photos via Kate Mcelwee Custom arch via Midnight Blossom

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You've got to check out this awesome music video for Seattle hip hop group Juga Hill.  Directed by Angel Colmenares of Unaluz Films, they shot really creatively all over the studio - even we had to watch twice to figure out some of the settings.  Our fav is the confessional usage of the China Room doors.  Super pro crew and great artists to work with - well done all around.

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Did you know that you can bring your own booze when you host your event at Urban Light Studios? It’s true, it just has to be served by one of our preferred bartender/catering services. It’s also one of the great benefits to booking an event here at ULS.  And amongst this all out amazing-ness of allowing such a great feature, we have discovered that people might be slightly confused about a couple of things. (Wait, you have never provided alcohol for over a 100 people before? We totally understand). In fact, you probably have questions similar to these ones we often hear, such as: How much alcohol should I buy? What kind should I buy anyways? And, where the hay do I even find a bartender in this town?

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