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Found Objects Artist Brian Mock

Brian Mock is intrigued by the challenge of creating something unique, fun, and inherently curious. This artist merges imagination with technical skill by incorporating unusual found objects and everyday items into one-of-a-kind pieces. His work integrating welded, recycled material is designed to be highly interactive, and results in a spectrum of applications such as abstract wall pieces, freestanding sculptures, and functional furnishings.

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Pink Martini's China Forbes

Vocalist China Forbes has performed on the theatrical stage in New York, and in rock clubs as a singer-songwriter. In 1998 she relocated to Portland, Oregon to sing full time with Pink Martini. At first, she sang just a few songs with the internationally-inspired band, but she's evolved into a real front-woman. Art Beat visits with her at home and get a preview of some of the tunes on the new Pink Martini CD "Hang On, Little Tomato."

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Novelist Pete Rock

Author Pete Rock moved from Utah to teach at Reed College. Now Portland is the backdrop for his new novel, "The Bewildered." The book takes readers on a stunning thrill ride through Oaks Park, skateboard stunts under the Burnside Bridge and deep into the city's Shanghai tunnels. Pete conducts a tour of his teenage character's favorite haunts.

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