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"Surrender" is a 16” x 20” limited edition print of the original encaustic painting by Patricia De Leon. Museum quality Giclee print on Somerset acid-free paper. Signed and numbered by the artist on the front.
Donated 2021.
“Guard” is a monotype, acrylic on paper, created using open acrylic paint and a gelli plate for printing by Liz Rundorff-Smith. This original painting measures 15.5” x 15.5” framed.
Donated 2021.
“Vessel Study” is Sumi Ink on Handmade paper by Glory Day Loflin.
”This ink drawing is a study for my ongoing painting practice focused on traditional still life content.” Donated 2021.
Skull is part of the Western Contemporary Series created in 2019 by artist Traci Martin.
Charcoal on Stonehenge paper and Japanese paper collage mounted on panel (All acid-free and archival). It is a 13” tondo. Donated 2021.
Peace is No Accident is by Emily Jeffords and was created in the summer of 2020 during a time of global and personal unrest. “I was recovering from burnout, juggling too many things, and everything felt a little too loud. Within the noise I went into the studio, turned on the music, said my mantras, and painted. The words - peace is no accident - kept running through my mind — the need to create sacred spaces and intentionally find calm in the storm.” Donated 2021.
“Painted Peony” is a 11x14 fine art print of a digitally composed photograph and painting by Tanya Val.
“Inspired by the beauty of Alaska peonies, endless adventure, and all the best feels.” Donated 2021.
The Aegis is Wood, MDF, spray paint, and acrylic created by Adam DuShole. 33” x 28.5”
“Medusa is often depicted as a monstrous figure in Greek mythology. Her origin however, as a woman who's beauty incurred the lust of the gods and is subsequently punished for it, also by the gods, tells a different tale.” Donated 2021.
"Under the Stars" matted print by Douglas Piper. Donated 2021.
This Jade Pedestal Ikebana bowl is made from wood, inks and pigments, golf leaf by Whirl & Whittle. It is approx 6” in dia x 3.” overall height. Midnight blue with gold foil details on the edge.The bowl is meant for dry or ornamental use only.
"One-of-a-kind pedestal bowl that can quickly turn into an ikebana vase using a flower frog. Flower frog not included with the product. Donated 2021.
This hanging planter is made from Natural Cotton Corded Rope & Natural Cotton Thread by Lisle Made.
“Inspired by minimalist design principles, this piece is made from a single strand of natural cotton rope that has been carefully hand coiled and stitched together. Stitches around the bottom center as well as the hanging arms have been reinforced to securely hold your plant babies and support their weight. Enhance your home decor with this unique, modern, and sustainably made cotton rope hanging planter.” Donated 2021.
These 18 karat yellow gold hammer sculpted leaf earrings were created by Kimberly Renee’ using the ancient technique of chasing and repousse’. They’re accented with citrine briolette tear drops and a French style ear wire. Donated 2021.
Hammer Sculpted Ginkgo Ornament in Fine Silver with an Oxidized Patina. Set with Green Tourmaline and created by Kimberly Renee’. Each circle measures approximately 1 & 5/8”.
Donated 2021.
“Fern No. 1” is a 5x7 fine art giclee print and “Sage” is an 8x10 original cyanotype by Atwater Designs.
“The cyanotype process is the oldest photographic process that begins by mixing a light-sensitive chemical solution, which is then painted onto paper. Once dry, I expose the paper to the sun with a plant or natural object touching the paper which is called a photogram. Once the paper has fully exposed, it is developed by using a water bath. The result is a white silhouette of the object on a Prussian blue background. Because of the chemicals used the result is always blue and white.”
Donated 2021.
“All’s Well” is cut paper, framed in a maple floater frame by Grown Wild Paper Co.
“‘All's Well’ is a gentle meditation on the textural aspect of floral elements. Lacelike, this piece invites the viewer to come closer and experience the tactile nature of cut paper as a medium. The poppies, peonies, and sweet pea blooms dance across a white field to a quiet melody you can hear as you lean in; this monochromatic piece breathes on its own in an understated maple frame, allowing for a simple yet elegant conversation between texture and linework.”
Donated 2021.
“So Many Paths I’d Like to Walk” is calligraphy ink on Canson Fine art stock by Maggie MacDonald. It is 22.5” x 30.”
“I was inspired to paint this collection of works on paper after a month-long hike across the top of Spain, called the Camino. There were so many cool windows and doors along my journey that inspired all the angular shapes in this work!” Donated 2021.
“As The Storm Rolls In” is an original acrylic, matte medium, & conte crayon piece by Barbara Castañeda. 24” x 24”
“This piece came from the desire to create that in between moment/feeling in life where everything seems calm. Right after you have accomplished something big, hard to face, but you know that something else will soon be on the way. Like a moment to rest, catch your breath and peacefully recharge for what’s to come.” Donated 2021.
"Dancing" is a graphic design 12” x 16” print of an original hand-embroidered layered tulle piece by Gin Reid. Comes with white magnet frame.
“The design was commissioned from a vintage family photo. To modernize the nostalgic feeling, the photo was layered and then elements were removed to leave just enough to feel the movement. Tossed with an irregular color palette, the old timey features are replaced with a weird dreamlike trip which is often how we recall these kinds of joyful moments.” Donated 2021.
2016, ink on paper by Lindsay Gustave.
“Animal, Vegetable, Mineral series memorializes the mundane, incorporating key elements of life–animal, vegetable, and mineral–into a single composed image. The body of work adds nuance to an amorphous conversation regarding individual agency in the conscious and subconscious curation of the world around us. One of the first in this ongoing series, this piece combines elements chosen for their conceptual and aesthetic relationship: minerals with formations like fingers, fingers that can weave, woven webs. These subject-objects are stricken from context, pared down to their essential relationships.” Donated 2021.
“Rainy Rally” is a print of the original watercolor by Lynn Greer. It’s a commercial lithograph printed on a coated stock. Image size is 7x10” on 8x11” paper.
“JANUARY 21, 2017- It was a bleak, rain soaked day in Falls Park, Greenville, SC. Despite the weather, thousands of umbrellas protected women, men and children as they stood and listened to heartfelt thoughts from people of all races, genders and religions. These were words of positivity and inclusiveness, of working together to solve the world’s challenges, words of love. I was extremely proud of my city on this day and thankful to have witnessed the beautiful sights and sounds of citizens coming together with common purpose. The multi-colored umbrellas represent my feelings of that powerful day. They are symbols of hope during a time of apprehension and bewilderment.” Donated 2021.
A set of two wheel thrown, stoneware mugs by Darin Gherke. Donated 2021.
This Giant Booty Planter from Goddess of Plants is 3D printed from ABS plastic and has two drainage holes.
“Inspired by the growth of plants and of humans, the human anatomy, beauty amongst curves and lines, and finding the parallels between loving the growth that happens externally and internally in our world.” Donated 2021.
This pillow is hand tufted made with yarn and backed with a cotton duck fabric by The Moody Blue Collective. 13” x 13”
“I find a lot inspiration from my home and pets. My golden retriever, Eileen, is always worming around and is the inspiration behind a lot of the movement in the pillows I make.” Donated 2021.
This necklace is a Hammer Sculpted heart in Fine Silver with 18k Yellow Gold accents and a Pink Sapphire floating on a black corded Satin rope by Kimberly Renee’ Donated 2021.
A beautifully refined oversized stud for any arch shape lover out there, the Initiation earrings are made from hammered, hand-cut brass with silver posts and backs by A Beautiful Projection. Measures approximately 2.2” long x 1.1” wide.
“Initiations are gateways that can be symbolized through the arch shape. Defined as the act of beginning something new or the acceptance into a group or society through a rite of passage.” Donated 2021.
“Skyline Tower” is a 12”x16” Linocut mounted to wood panel by Sunny Mullarkey.
Donated 2021.
"Lake Tahoe Shoreline" is a limited edition 14 inch x 18 inch image on 16 inch x 20 inch paper reproduction of an original Kiah Bellows artwork. It is printed on 100% cotton, bright white, slight cold press textured paper with archival ink. This process ensures your collected piece will not fade. Each reproduction of an original is one limited edition out of 350 or less reproductions, is numbered, and signed by the artist!
Donated 2021.
“Harmony 62” is a 10x8x1.5” flash vinyl paint on birch cradled panel by Jeffrey Leder.
“Color is my purest expression of emotion - in this particular series a desire for harmony within me and the world.” Donated 2021.
The Distant Pines Series is oil on raw canvas attached to 5”x7” panels by Michelle Jardines.
“Inspired after my brother took his life…I left to the woods to find some peace and ended up in the mountains of upstate New York. I unexpectedly found my peace there. My brother was an amazing artist finishing up his last semester at Parsons in NYC when suddenly he was diagnosed with Schizophrenia. He stopped creating, and it tortured him. His mind wouldn’t let him. I always admired him and wanted to be a great artist like him. He told me not to compare and to believe in myself…that one day I would find my style, and it would be nothing like his, and it would be grand. He was right. The last time I spoke to him he said he wanted to run away into the woods and never come back, so I painted this and took him there.” Donated 2021.
“My Little Sweet Pea” is painted with watercolor made from Natural Earth Paints & “Proud” is a print on handmade paper from a stamp carving of a drawing by Greta Lindquist.
“Proud was created to resemble the many, many things that women and mothers must juggle in their lives and how beautiful all of those pieces are all together.” “My Little Sweet Pea was inspired by my Pantone collection, but flowers in general always remind me of my childhood and my sweet boys.” Donated 2021.
“Somebody Like Me” by Bunny Bishop is an 8x8 acrylic painting.
“‘Somebody Like Me’ is a song from St. Vincent’s album “Daddy’s Home”. That album has been my inspiration for everything lately.” Donated 2021.
“Fern no. 5” is a 5x7 fine art giclee print and “Thyme” is an 8x10 original cyanotype by Atwater Designs.
“The cyanotype process is the oldest photographic process that begins by mixing a light-sensitive chemical solution, which is then painted onto paper. Once dry, I expose the paper to the sun with a plant or natural object touching the paper which is called a photogram. Once the paper has fully exposed, it is developed by using a water bath. The result is a white silhouette of the object on a Prussian blue background. Because of the chemicals used the result is always blue and white.” Donated 2021.
The Shapes Vase is wheel thrown in East Fork’s small batch studio in Asheville, NC by Cade Hollomon Cook. Peachy Keen is a specialty glaze that is no longer available. Donated 2021.
The Shapes Vase is wheel thrown in East Fork’s small batch studio in Asheville, NC by Cade Hollomon Cook. Spyder is a specialty glaze that is no longer available. Donated 2021.
This Ginkgo Tumbler is made from a Ceramic, Porcelain clay body by Meraki Pottery.
“I draw a lot of my inspiration from my childhood and home in Australia. I want to share my culture through my art!” Donated 2021.
This pillow is hand tufted made with yarn and backed with a cotton duck fabric by The Moody Blue Collective. 20” x 20”
“I find a lot inspiration from my home and pets. My golden retriever, Eileen, is always worming around and is the inspiration behind a lot of the movement in the pillows I make.” Donated 2021.
This necklace is fine silver (99.9% pure silver) and a sterling silver chain created by Margaret Goodson Graham.
“The inspiration was to create a form that is concave on both sides with a hole in the middle to allow the thumb and finger to naturally slide to center, forming Gyan Mudra, a symbolic hand gesture commonly used in meditation practices. The pendant can be used during meditation/prayer and then as a mindfulness tool during the day. Every time you touch the pendant, you're reminded to pause, take a few deep breaths, and recenter yourself.” Donated 2021.