This time of year is all about events. All the events are about raising money. That seems to be the normal reason for a party/dinner/anything in Tulare County. Everybody needs money. The causes are endless, and they are all good.
The latest event that I am involved in is an auction at the Courthouse Gallery in Exeter. “Involved” means I support the gallery and donate to their auction each year. This year I have given them this drawing.
I don’t normally give away original art, but the Courthouse Gallery is special. They provide a fabulous place for me to teach drawing lessons and have done so since January of 2002.
HOWEVER, I CANNOT attend auctions where my work is for sale. The stress is too much for my little sensitive self. What is no one bids? What if no one likes it? What if a board member of the gallery has to buy it and donate it back because no one wanted it? What if it only sells for $10? (The price on this original pencil drawing of Sequoias, professionally framed and matted, approximately 11×14″, is $350.)
You can go to the auction. It is a fun afternoon/evening, whatever it is called at this time of day. They always have good hors d’oeuvres and wine (so I’m told).
P.S. I don’t know why my name isn’t on the flyer. Maybe they know I am too chicken to attend. Maybe they weren’t sure I would donate something. Maybe they don’t know how much I appreciate them. But don’t let this little oversight stop you from attending!
Today’s Anne Lang’s Emporium featured painting
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Wow! I wish I were in Tulare County these days. I would totally bid on that wonderful drawing. And that Giant Sequoia wrapped canvas is exactly what my little art collection is missing. I love trees and these both struck a chord!
Hi Tree Girl marooned in a treeless place – thank you for the kind words!
I understand your dilemma. I donated one of my hand crocheted afghans to a local historical society for their auction. A month later I found it in the corner of their office, gathering dust. So I took it back. Their loss.
“Giving Tuesday” has become a day when every company/non-profit/organization/charity tries their best to convince you theirs is the only best charity to support! So many good causes . . . so little funds!
Sharon, it gets so confusing and annoying and tiresome to figure out where to put our limited resources. “Giving Tuesday” just sets my teet on edge!
Yep, it’s turned into a gimmick. Ditto for Black Friday (which companies now spread over one week or more). So I just stick to my usual favorites: my home church first, then two no-kill cat rescues.
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