The Contemporary Art Center of Peoria invites all artists and donors to offer fine art for the 6th Annual Fine Art Live & Silent Auction to be held Saturday, February 27, 2010 at the Contemporary Art Center. The Fine Art Auction features outstanding... local artists’ original artwork. The event starts at 7:00 pm with outstanding food, a cash bar and live music by John Miller and the Romaniacs. Most of the art will be sold in a silent auction through out the evening. A live auction of some of the items begins at 8:00 pm led by Jim Roth of Roth Auction Services. Proceeds benefit the Contemporary Art Center and participating artists and donors.
In January, some images of the art offered can be previewed at the Contemporary Art Center’s website. Much of the art will be on display for viewing beginning Thursday, February 18 in the Preston Jackson Gallery on the 2nd floor. There will be art in every medium: ceramic, painting, photography, glass, etc. Last year over 100 pieces of art were offered for auction. Some of the art offered will also be displayed on the 1st and 2nd floors of 305 SW Water Street prior to the exhibit.
Artists or individuals who would like to offer art from their collection are invited to take part in the auction as well. To learn more about the benefits of being involved, including promotional opportunities on our website, a simple catalog and exhibition prior to the auction, download the entry form from the website.
Another perk is that a participant can take up to 50% commission on the sale of the item. While most organizations don’t share proceeds with the contributing artist, the Contemporary Art Center stands out as one of few auction events in which the proceeds are shared with the artist. We support local artists and are pleased to share the proceeds with them. Participating artists may attend the event for free and will receive free passes to Live at the Five Spot for participating. Artists are encouraged to use the event to network with patrons.
The Contemporary Art Center is located at 305 Water Street in Peoria, IL. For additional information, please contact (309) 674-6822, email: artcentr@mtco.com, or visit the Contemporary Art Center web site.