Question 1

Where does the name Sonnenzimmer come from?

Accepted Answer

Sonnen is german for sun.
Zimmer is german for room.
Sonnenzimmer means sunrooom.
 
Nadine grew up speaking Swiss German. Nick liked how the word sounded. Nadine liked that you can translate these two basic words into any language, even a drawing.

Question 2

How to refer to us?

Accepted Answer

We identify as artists.
We are ante-disciplinary, people before disciplines.
We are a collaborative artist duo, called Sonnenzimmer.

Please refer to us, in an artistic setting, as Sonnenzimmer.
Please remember we are individual artists, and also individual humans.
Nick goes by he, his him.
Nadine goes by she, her, hers.
In doubt, it’s like this: Sonnenzimmer, Nick Butcher & Nadine Nakanishi

Question 3

Do you do interviews?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but only for articles in media outlets.

Question 4

Can I come by your studio?

Accepted Answer

We're a working studio with a heavy project load. For this reason, we're not open to the general public. We do host occassional studio events and an annual open house. To be informed of our upcoming events, please sign up to our Sonnengram (mailing list).

Question 5

Do you print t-shirts?

Accepted Answer

No.

Question 6

What are our rates?

Accepted Answer

Most projects start at min. $1500.00. Don't let this hinder you from reaching out to us.

Question 7

Do you take on commissions for original artwork?

Accepted Answer

Why yes we do! :)

Question 8

Are you hiring?

Accepted Answer

No.

Question 9

Do you take interns?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but only arts admin students.

Question 10

Can I make purchases without using Paypal?

Accepted Answer

Yes, email us at info@sonnenzimmer.com for instructions!

Question 11

Do you have questions about accessibility?

Accepted Answer

Just let us know, so we can figure it out together.

Question 12

For people who want to work with us, please read our project rider."

Accepted Answer

Click here to read Sonnenzimmer's project rider.

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