The Centre for the Arts here is preparing for its second annual artcetera fundraising art auction.
There are over 200 works of original art from all over the world. Donations have come from art collectors, along with new and original work from established, artists such as John Kissick, Jim Reed, Barry McCarthy, and Tanya Zaryski. The entire list of artwork on auction can be viewed on line at www.eloracentreforthearts.ca – or in person at 75 Melville Street Elora, during the auction.
It takes place from May 5 to 7, beginning as a silent auction in the galleries, with a free preview of the live auction items, and culminating in a Saturday night gourmet reception with a live auction of 45 pieces of art. The three-day silent auction is comprised of original paintings, photography, ceramics, sculpture, jewellery, and unique, donated estate items.
There is also a local luxuries silent auction, which offers gift baskets, unique products, and certificates donated from area businesses. The silent auction bidding will run over three days:
– May 5 from 5pm to 8pm;
– May 6 from noon to 8pm; and
– May 7 from 10am to 4pm, reopening at 7pm and running until fifteen minutes after the live auction closes.
The artcetera gourmet reception begins at 7pm with a last minute free preview of the live auction pieces. That will be capped with the live auction run by auctioneer Robert Milburn. Tickets for the live auction evening are $30 in advance and $35 at the door – all previews are free.
Last year’s artcetera raised over $30,000 for the centre, with over $26,000 going back to the artists who participated.
Attending the silent auction is free. Tickets for the live auction and reception are available by calling the centre at 519-846-9698 or by email at info@eloracentreforthearts.ca. $30 in advance and $35 at the door. All tickets include complimentary hors d’ouvres, and a drink ticket, as well as a bidding number.
