[update: Click here for a preview of what artworks will be up for bid.]
Frank Artsmarter strikes again.
For those of you who aren’t familiar with the artistic antics of one Christopher Blay, then you’re in for a treat tomorrow evening.
Blay is teaming up with William Campbell Contemporary Art to present VELVEASL! This art “challenge” follows the format of Blay’s annual Thrift Art Auction that parodies institutions like Christie’s and Sotheby’s. Thrift store paintings are given false titles, completely fabricated provenance and auctioned to raise funds for local artists in need.
This year, local artists were asked to create a painting exclusively on velvet.
The Missing are Presumed Dead (Dave Hickey) by Angela Kallus
Contributing artists include: Calvin Abucejo, Greg Bahr, Carol Benson, Christopher Blay, Rachel Bounds, Ann Ekstrom, John Hartley, Billy Hassell, Carol Ivey, Angela Kallus, Nancy Lamb, James Lassen, Ray Liberio, Lorrie McClanahan, Devin Nowlin, Harmony Padgett, Riley Padgett, Elaine Taylor, Brian Scott and Sierra Velázquez.
Self Portrait by Sierra Velázquez
A champagne preview kicks off the event at William Campbell Contemporary Art from 6–7 p.m. Tickets for the preview are $20 and can be purchased at the door. Each ticket includes an auction catalogue and bidding paddle.
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Velvet Elvis Costello by James Lassen
The live art auction is from 7–9 p.m. and is free to attend. Check your car and couch cushions for loose change. Opening bids? $0.50. This is one event not to be missed. Except for this writer. But don’t worry, I’ve contacted my agent. Cheers.
VELVEASL!
Friday, May 3
6–9 p.m.
William Campbell Contemporary Art
4935 Byers Ave.
888-563-2316
