“Surf Shack” by Catharine Cooper, “Happy House” by Vinita Voogd, “My Blue Dream House” by Yoonsook Ryang, and “Rooster House” by Molly Hutchings
Over 40 miniature artworks will be available for purchase at the Festival of Arts “Open House” Silent Auction on Saturday, July 30 from 1-4pm. Festival artists, staff and volunteers were given small wooden houses to customize as they pleased, resulting in a collection of houses that reflect each individual’s personality and artistic style.
“This project is so much fun! It’s a way for artists to “collaborate” but still be able to demonstrate their individual style,” said Vinita Voogd who is coordinating this year’s silent auction. “As an artist, I love the challenge to think out of the box! For many 2D artists working on canvas, board or paper…to complete this ‘house’ is a new creative experience…one must think in 3D! The artists have made such beautiful houses, their creativity never ceases to amaze me!”
Jordan Dimitrov, known for re-creating the look of aged and weathered materials on his ships, used his talent to transform his house into a plane entitled “Fly Me to the Moon.” First year Festival exhibitor Linda Karagozian, titled her piece “Chicken House,” painting portraits of her own chickens on the sides of the house.
Additional participating artists include Stephanie Alexander, Carol Boller, Linda Brandi, Tim Brown, Hedy Buzan, Judith Cameron, Mary Church, Catharine Cooper, Susan Cox, Bill Denham, Dennis Dunton, Brian Giberson, Jeffrey Frisch, Betty Haight, Molly Hutchings, Mariko Ishii, Susan Jarecky, Kathy Jones, Mada Leach, Jessica Lopez, Brandon Medrano, Geri Medway, Jacquie Moffett, Scott Moore, Varsha Patel, Dana Running, Yoonsook Ryang, Sherry Salito-Forsen, Gerald Schwartz, Michael Situ, Judy Stamm, Melissa Stultz, Tom Swimm, Noriho Uriu, Vinita Voogd, Loyd Walter, Michael Ward and Dennis Zervas.
Last year, over $5,000 was raised for the Festival’s Building Fund. This year’s silent auction will be held on the Festival of Arts grounds starting at 1pm with a last call for bids at 4pm. Winners must be present at 4pm to claim auction item.
ABOUT THE FESTIVAL OF ARTS FINE ART SHOW
Recently voted one of the top five art festivals in the nation by USA Today readers, the Festival of Arts is one of the oldest and most highly acclaimed juried fine art shows featuring the artwork of 140 award-winning artists. Patrons may enjoy the work of exhibiting artists, demonstrations and art workshops, daily art tours, live music, special events, on-site restaurants and much more.
DATES & TIMES
July 5 – August 31, 2016
Open daily from 10am – 11:30pm
Early closing August 27 at 1:30pm
TICKET INFORMATION
General Admission: Weekdays $8, Weekends $12
Students & Seniors: Weekdays $5, Weekends $8
Free Admission for Children 12 and under, Military, and Laguna Beach Residents.
SPONSORS
The Festival of Arts and Pageant of the Masters are sponsored in part by Southern California Acura Dealers, Fidelity Investments, KOST Radio 103.5, Orange County Register and the Ritz-Carlton Laguna Niguel.
LOCATION
Festival of Arts Grounds
650 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
FOR INFORMATION & TICKETS
(800) 487-3378
