More than 160 pieces of art donated by seventy-five local and national artists, students, friends and teachers will be sold via silent auction during the Schweinfurth’s 35th anniversary art event Thursday, Oct. 6, from 5 to 9 p.m.
With all bids beginning at only $35, it is a terrific opportunity to purchase works by Central New York artists such as Stephen Achimore, Chris Baker, Karen Burns, Barbara Delmonico, Hetty Easter, Nicora Gangi, Mary Giehl, Tom Hussey, Peggy Manring, Jill Newton and Katie Waugh among many others.
All artwork measures 10 inches x 10 inches, and include a range of mediums from paintings to photographs to felted pieces to mixed media.
The event is a fundraiser for the Art Center, and also an opportunity for local artists to become better known in the community. Three of the donating artists will be chosen for solo exhibitions at the Schweinfurth.
The event will include live music, a jazz trio led by pianist Dino Losito, appetizers from Gilda’s in Skaneateles, wine from Owera Vineyards of Cazenovia, and coffee and desserts from Bailiwick Market & Café of Elbridge. Delmonico Insurance of Skaneateles is the event’s lead sponsor.
On view in the Schweinfurth’s galleries during the event is the Emerging Artists of Central New York exhibition which celebrates the Schweinfurth’s mission of giving opportunities to emerging artists in the region. Gallery Julius features Anatomy of Spirit: A Collection of Mixed Media Paintings by Warner Varno, a native of Central New York who now resides in Denver, Co.
Advance tickets, purchased by Oct. 5, are $25 for members and $30 for non-members. Donating artists may purchase two tickets for $25. Tickets at the door are $35 for members of the Schweinfurth and $40 for non-members. For more information about the event and to purchase tickets, visit the Schweinfurth website at www.myartcenter.org or call 315.255.1553.
Revenue from the event will support the Schweinfurth and its many exhibits, classes, scholarships and community programs such as free poetry readings and First Friday events.
The Schweinfurth Art Center is a multi-art center that offers a range of exhibits, classes and programs for all ages throughout the year. Located in downtown Auburn at 205 Genesee St., the Art Center is open Tuesday- Saturday, 10 am – 5 pm and Sunday 1 – 5 pm.