4/6/2023 0 Comments Vortex atlanta![]() ![]() Since the closure, we have been rapidly burning through personal savings. Obviously, we were ready and willing to do whatever we could to help avoid such a disastrous situation. But, the painful reality is that not only did this closure immediately eliminate our sole source of income, but it also eliminated the income of over 100 employees – people that we feel a deep sense of responsibility for. The “models” at the time suggested that the lives of millions of Americans could potentially be at stake. We certainly did not want to see our hospitals overrun. We were told that this must be done in order to help “flatten the curve.” Okay. The government response was the forced closure of many businesses across the country and around the world. Of course, we had always assumed that one day we’d be able to retire, or at least semi-retire, and turn the reigns of leadership over to trusted members of our management team. My siblings and I no longer wait tables or sling drinks, but we continue to be involved in the daily operation of our businesses from behind the scenes. As the business grew, so did our extended family, because that’s what the staff and patrons of establishments like ours ultimately become. We have enjoyed hosting one of the most diverse clienteles of any bar that I’ve ever been to, and I think that’s what I have loved the most about it. We’ve become part of the fabric of Atlanta. Over the years, we’ve built a loyal following of wonderful people who truly appreciate our efforts. We’ve always done our best to treat our employees and customers with kindness, consideration and respect. The funding we were able to scrape together at the time was minimal, so we opened on a shoestring budget, and put in years of hard work before we would turn a profit. I founded The Vortex with my brother and sister over 28 years ago. ![]() People not only want to gather together, they need to. While some may not see this function as “essential,” I can personally attest to its psychological and emotional value. They are cherished places within a community where folks gather, share stories, celebrate triumphs and commiserate over tragedies. Paul Harrison-Davie’s print for Blade Runner features a sectionalized view of Los Angeles from the film, including so many of the brilliantly designed aspects of the city and its inhabitants, all cutely crushed together in a single image!Īll of these prints will be available on Thursday (11/19) 12PM ET on our homepage, Bottleneckgallery.By a strict definition, there may be some technical differences between bars, cantinas, pubs and taverns, but I have always thought the purpose of these establishments was somewhat romantic. All proceeds of the print will be donated to the ACLU of Georgia.īruce Horan’s newest art print, Vortex, is an entrancing image juxtaposing nature and modern industrialization, with half the image representing calmness and serenity, and the other half a swirling descent into darkness. Ryan’s Atlanta print focuses on the heart of the show: Earn, Alfred, and Darius attempting to survive and navigate a harsh, but occasionally beautiful, environment. Although only two seasons in, with two more on the horizon, we’re already comfortable calling Atlanta a modern classic, and we’re proud to present a charity release with Ryan Burns. This Thursday, we’ve got a trifecta of new releases, ranging from cult tv shows to classic movies to unique art prints!ĭonald Glover’s Atlanta is an utterly mystifying tv series, combining genuine portraits of living as a Black american, alongside bizarre, wonderful Lynchian situations. ![]()
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