Zimzala '08
On June 5th 2008, the shores of New Jersey experienced an eventlike no other. Almost 600 people came out to support Zimzala '08, a unique Art, Music and Humanitarian event with over $13,000 raised to benefit Surf Aid International.
Zimzala was Founded and Co-Hosted by: Jay Alders Fine Art and Photography, Okoto Apparel and Sun Dream Productions.
East Coast performers and friends Shoreline kicked off the night with an acoustic set followed by Ted Hammock and band who kept the party going with their upbeat set.
Our close friends Echo Movement, rocked the stage with their amazing Reggae sounds. Their assistance and support both personally and musically means the world to us.
Headlining the night, was our dear friend Paula Fuga who flew out from Oahu's North Shore to spend a few days with us. Paula's breathtaking vocal talents are only rivaled by her warm heart, kind soul and sense of humor. Mahalo Nui Paula!!
The Surf Art Auction was a virtual "Who's Who" in Surf Art including pieces by: Jay Alders, Sean Davey, Jeff Smith,DJ Strunz, Robb Havassy,Ronnie Jackson, Wade Koniakowsky, Heather Brown, Erik Able, John Severson, Drew Brophy, Alex Lanau and more!
The Beautiful Bikini Clad Sun Dreams Girls greeted guests and helped run the event while Free food by Surf Taco and Free Frappucino Bar by Starbucks was a huge hit! Surf Film screening of Down the Barrel, one of the best Surf movies we've ever seen added to the event's prestige.
The Raffle and Sponsorsip of Zimzala was a huge success with over 75 Items from : Costa Surf Tours, Lost Highway Records, Long Acre Tours, Line Up Magazine, Kokua Festival, Riviera Longboards, Original Skateboards,ALO, BlackHole Skateboards, Shark River Kayak, The Karate Dojo, Bustin Boards and so much more!
Thank you so much to all of the Guests,Artists, Musicians, Sponsors, Media and Press who made Zimzala possible! This event sparked and nutured many friendships which we will cherish always!
If you have additional photos from The Zimzala, please zip them up and email them to us!
Go to www.TheZimzala.com for more information and to join our friend's list. The next Zimzala Event is already in the works! For inquiries: info@thezimzala.com
3 Magazines on 2 Continents
Check out Surfer Magazine, Alma Surf and Line Up Magazines in newstands whom all feature Jay's Artwork. See our News Section for photos and more info.
"Alders' style of surreal curvatures and dreamlike landscapes presents an intimate portrayal of the human form and the ocean. He has become a favorite among the industry..."- Line Up Magazine, Jan.2008
Jay Alders goes to Brazil
The Alma Surf Festival in Brazil was a huge success and a whole lot of fun. We had 11 days to travel Sao Paulo, Rio de Janeiro and Florianopolis. Jay exhibited six paintings and was interviewed on three Brazilian TV Networks. Amongst our travelling group of friends was surf photographer Sean Davey, Surf Film makers Sunny Abberton & Roberto Vezzone, Artists Celine Chat and Nathan Gibbs, Musical performers: ALO, Matt Costa, G. Love & Donavon Frankenreiter. Check out Jay's MySpace page for more pics
July 2008 —Join the Jay Alders Street Team...Email us for more info: street-team@jayalders.com
June 2008 — Thanks to our friends at Line Up Magazine and Garden State Surf Magazine for their full page ad donation and event coverage of our SurfAid benefit, Zimzala
June 2008 —A big thanks to our friends at FuelTV for adding two of Jay's Surf Art Longboards on their set of "The Daily Habit" TV show. (click to see)
March/April 2008 — Check out Jay's new ad in Surfer Magazine this month.
March 2008 —Guitar Player magazine publishes photos from Jay's studio photo shoot with Guns N Roses' lead guitarist Ron "Bumblefoot" Thal in this month's issue on shelves March 2008. (see preview here)
March 2008 — Thank you to Garden State Surf Magazine for the support of Jay's Surf Art, Surf T-Shirt sand mention in this month's issue.
March 2008 — Thank you Surfline.com for the support for my Art Show (seen here)
March/April 2008 — This month's Line Up Magazine publishes a seven page spread covering Jay's trip to Brazil. Jay's photography and the article by Alders, is a first hand account of the 11 day event See the article preview here... Or Read the Article here.
July 15th 2008 — Group Art Exhibition and Auction to benefit "Bicycles for a Day", an Eco-Friendly Charity founded by Award Winning Actor, Matthew Modine, who will also be showing work with Jay and in attendance. The event is at Phebes at 359 Bowery, New York City. For more info: http://www.phebesnyc.com
June 7th 2008 — The 4th Annual Switchfoot Bro-Am at Moonlight Beach in Encinitas, California. Jay is donating a framed Giclée print of "Solitube" to the Art Auction to raise money for StandUp For Kids, (A Children's Charity for homeless and street kids.)
June 5th 2008 —Zimzala - An official Surf Aid International fundraising event which Jay Alders is proud to be co-hosting with Okoto Clothing and Sun Dream Productions. Musical performances by Hawaii's legendary Paula Fuga as well as East Coast performers:Shoreline, Echo Movement and Ted Hammock. Auctions, Art & Photo Exhibits, Food, Beverages and more! Location:Headliners in Neptune, NJ--Don't miss it!
May 17th 2008 — Jay was happy to donate a Giclée print of "Right Past the Light" to Hawaii's Habilitat's 8th Annual Luau, Auction and Benefit Concert.
May 25th 2008 — Jay donated a print of "Leaning Towards Love" to the Jake Shimaburkuro Benefit Concert in San Clemente, California to raise money for the Surfing Heritage Foundation.
May 2008 — Surfrider San Diego - Jay donated a signed,framed print to help raise money for the San Diego Chapter of the Surfrider Foundation. through their annual Art Gala.
April 17th 2008 — VH1's Save the Music Event at the World Cafe Live in Philadelphia 4-8PM. Click for more info
March 14th 2008 — Surf Taco, Main Street, Belmar, NJ. 8PM.
