(Near) Final Results for ARTvision-6: restoreARTive
- SOLD! “Rescue Me” (off roster, from 2010) by Will Pollock to Jean O’Connor for $600
- SOLD! “There’s No Place Like Folsom” by Dean Ignacio to Barb Shadomy for $200
- SOLD! “...rather be sailing...” by Julia Murney to Anne Rutledge for $645
- SOLD! “Kauai Chicken” by Julia Murney to Anne Rutledge for $350
- SOLD! “Gods Wept” by Julia Murney to “JP” for $750
- SOLD! “Memories,” photography canvas, by Vibecke Dahle to Jim Hayes for $100
- SOLD! “Hendrix Bloom,” framed photograph on archival art paper, by Will Pollock to Delia Cochran for $500
- SOLD! “Daylight Beckons,” photography canvas (off-roster), by Will Pollock to Kristy Piper for $150
- SOLD! Multiple photographic images (TBD), by Rob O’Connor, to Michele Segre for $150
- SOLD! “Standing Strong,” custom-framed photograph, by Vicky Croisant to Positive Impact for $50
- SOLD! “Nomad” by Will Pollock, custom-framed photograph, to Jim & Carolyn Stapleton, Julie Boyer and Scott Layne & Matt Litchfield, for $200 each.
- SOLD! An anonymous buyer has stepped forward to purchase “’Tis of Thee,” ARTvision’s first “quad collaboration” of AlexisCoram, Brenda Knosher, Will Pollock & Mary Pollock. $100
- SOLD! Brenda McMillen keeps her streak alive, selling “Splish Splash” to John Nickolas. $50
- SOLD! “Waterboy" by AlexisCoram to Mike Weaver for $300
- SOLD! “Ascent" by AlexisCoram to Benji Newman For $300
- SOLD! “Madaket Sun" by Will Pollock to Mark Edge for $900
- SOLD! “Palm Lagoon" by Gordon Stuedler to Mark Edge for $100
- SOLD! “DisFunksha” by Jon Arge to Joshua Lesser for $595
- SOLD! “Emerald Necklace" by Alexis Vear for $250
- SOLD! Caterina dei Vigri" by Ginny Sykes to Barb Shadomy for $500
- SOLD! “By Viola’s Pond” terrarium by Vicki Proano for $75
- SOLD! Ceramic bowl to Frank Wickstead for $25
- SOLD! ARTvision-6: “restoreARTive: creative therapy” programs (3) @ $30 = $90
- SOLD! Big Island Cookie Box to Vicki Proano for $20
- SOLD! Cash donation by an anonymous donor - $25
We’re calculating some additional sponsorship dollars, and with a few other sales hanging out there, we won’t release a final number just yet. Look for it to be north of $8,000! Also, please watch for an eBay auction that showcases Randy Chumbley’s “Fast Forward.” Details on that to follow in a few days. THANK YOU to all made this one of our most successful seasons ever! - WP
SOLD! Multiple Pieces Sell on New Year's Eve
We have a number of additional sales to report after our tenth-anniversary NYE Gourmet Pizza Extravaganza. They are:
- “Memories,” photography canvas, by Vibecke Dahle to Jim Hayes for $100
- “Hendrix Bloom,” framed photograph on archival art paper, by Will Pollock to Delia Cochran for $500.
- “Daylight Beckons,” photography canvas (off-roster), by Will Pollock to Kristy Piper for $150.
- Multiple photographic images (TBD), by Rob O’Connor, to Michele Segre for $150.
- “Standing Strong,” custom-framed photograph, by Vicky Croisant to Positive Impact for $50.
- “Nomad” by Will Pollock, custom-framed photograph, to Jim & Carolyn Stapleton and Scott Layne & Matt Litchfield, for $200 each.
Our running earnings total is more than $6,500, but we’ll hold the final announcement until all pieces have either sold or have been returned to their owners.
“Gods Wept” by Julia Murney (coming soon)
Over the next two weeks, we will be holding open sales as we load two additional eBay auctions. “Gods Wept” by Julia Murney and “Fast Forward” by Randy Chumbley will both be loaded soon. For “Gods,” bidding will start at $1,000 and “Forward” will launch at $750. Stay tuned!
(HT for “thank you” image to GetMilkShake.)
Last Post Before New Year's Eve: Sale Items Available!
- “Nomad” by Will Pollock has now sold three copies, and he will be offering this piece as an exclusive 2011 series. Anyone else who wishes to purchase this piece can make a one-time $200 donation to Positive Impact and get in on the special order. Great thanks to all who purchased!
- Todd Wiggins has graciously discounted “Presence” again - it’s now down to $250. Take advantage on this great price for the gorgeous mixed-media photography piece.
- Super-photographer Dean Ignacio still has two of three in his “Folsom” series remaining. We will show them on New Year’s Eve so make sure to either let Will know you’re interested or come on New Year’s and see it in person!
These and other pieces are still available for the corresponding donation to Positive Impact. Take advantage of your last-minute deductions for 2011 and get a great piece (or pieces) of art! Hope to see you on New Year’s Eve, and please - everyone be safe out there.
Welcome Back Baraonda Caffe Italiano as ARTvision Sponsor
We are grateful for their donation and for their partnership with us. As with all of our sponsors, please make sure to patronize this establishment often - before an event at the Fox, for brunch or whenever. (read more)
SOLD! "'Tis of Thee" & "Splish Splash"
- Brenda McMillen keeps her streak alive, selling “Splish Splash” to John Nickolas.
- An anonymous buyer has stepped forward to purchase “’Tis of Thee,” ARTvision’s first “quad collaboration” of AlexisCoram, Brenda Knosher, Will Pollock & Mary Pollock.
More updates to follow shortly! And please inquire about viewing some of these great sale items on New Year’s Eve. Many of these pieces are 2011 exclusives and will be retired at the end of the year.
Also, make sure to ask Will about pieces in quantity. If one of your favorite items sold, we might be able to make arrangements to have a second printing of it.
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SOLD! A Number of New Sales to Report
- SOLD! “Rescue Me” (off roster, from 2010) by Will Pollock to Jean O’Connor for $600
- SOLD! “There’s No Place Like Folsom” by Dean Ignacio to Barb Shadomy for $200
- SOLD! “...rather be sailing...” by Julia Murney to Anne Rutledge for $645
- SOLD! “Kauai Chicken” by Julia Murney to Anne Rutledge for $350
We also have a number of sales pending, so watch this site for more updates. Also, please visit our ON SALE! page for a complete list of all discounted items.
Our 2011 event program has now been reduced to $10, so please get yours while supplies last. They are a one-of-a-kind keepsake - all buyers receive one with a purchase/donation. We will post some sample pages very soon.
More updates coming soon! And please join us on New Year’s Eve if you’ve got your eye on a specific piece - we’ll have additional discounts and special offers, too.
Sale Items Loaded!
Please visit our ON SALE! page for more, and let us know if we can answer any questions. All of these pieces are available for a “second look” viewing at Studioplex, by appointment.
Get your holiday shopping done now - and earn a deduction! (read more) Please share our “On Sale” page with your friends.
We’ll also have a number of eBay auctions running - including pieces from Julia Murney and Randy Chumbley. Stay tuned! Julia’s “...rather be sailing...” has been bid up to $510! “Kauai Chicken” also has a new ask and “buy it now” price. Check it out!
ARTvision in the News
Click to our ARTvision in the News page to see the latest news items. More to follow!
Our First Time Was a Grand Time - Thanks to You!
Although sales are ongoing and we aren’t ready to release final numbers, here are the pieces that have sold thus far. BIG congratulations to the artists and buyer-donors listed below:
- "Waterboy" by AlexisCoram to Mike Weaver for $300
- "Ascent" by AlexisCoram to Benji Newman For $300
- "Madaket Sun" by Will Pollock to Mark Edge for $900
- "Palm Lagoon" by Gordon Stuedler to Mark Edge for $100
- “DisFunksha” by Jon Arge to Joshua Lesser for $595
- "Emerald Necklace" by Alexis Vear for $250
- "Caterina dei Vigri" by Ginny Sykes to Barb Shadomy for $500
- “By Viola’s Pond” terrarium by Vicki Proano for $75
- Ceramic bowl to Frank Wickstead for $25
- ARTvision-6: “restoreARTive: creative therapy” programs (3) @ $30 = $90
- Big Island Cookie Box to Vicki Proano for $20
- Cash donation by an anonymous donor - $25
We are discounting our remaining programs - we have a limited quantity left! Make a donation to Positive Impact for $20 today and I’ll send it to you wherever you are. (e-mail Will with questions about the program)
If you’re interested in a specific piece, time is a-waisting! We will keep sales open until the end of the year, just in keeping with our exclusive-offering program. Then they’re retired for good.
That’s what we have so far. Stay tuned for event photos and video, news on sale items, and two new Julia Murney eBay auctions starting this week! The frames are gorgeous - you will love them - WP
Last Post Before Our Event: By Will Pollock
Important to note: we have nearly $18,000 worth of art to sell tomorrow night, so let’s get to it!
I’ll be offering four pieces for our event. They are:
- Madaket Sun. Growing up on Nantucket gave me unusual access to one of the most beautiful places on earth. This image was shot along an inlet near Madaket Beach, right at sunset. Custom framing by JD Isaacs at Rose Squared Gallery & Framing.
- Hendrix Bloom. An accidental homage to the late, great Jimi Hendrix, this image was taken at the Atlanta Botanical Gardens during a recent visit with my parents. The Hendrix song, “Purple Haze” was apparently inspired by a dream Hendrix had where he was walking under the sea, and was engulfed by a purple haze and got lost. I got lost in this bloom when I took it, and hopefully you will, too.
- Nomad. I got a call from my neighbor Jim Stapleton that a hawk had landed in the backyard and that I should grab my camera and shoot it. So, I did. The guy didn’t stay long and looked as though he had lots of other places to visit. This was the shot I got off in time before he scooted away.
- Wake Up/Brilliance. Named for the Melissa Etheridge song, “I Need to Wake Up,” this simple sunrise image was shot in Chautauqua, N.Y., and reminded me of the importance of seeing each day as new, fresh and brilliant. “I am not an island/I am not alone/I am my intentions/trapped here in this flesh and bone” is the lyric that has stuck with me all this time, and this scene reminded me of that. This song was the single motivator for starting ARTvision back in 2006.
See you tomorrow!
More Updates: Two Days to Go!
- Will Pollock’s “Madaket Sun” is being readied by JD Isaacs at Rose Squared; and Julia Murney’s third ARTvision entry, “I’d Rather Be Sailing” is being prepped for eBay. Both of them just got back from MyPhotoPipe.com.
- Todd Wiggins’ blog has some terrific travel photographs that are a must-see. Check them out here at SecretTrustFund.com. His “Presence” is now being offered at $400.
- Gordon Stuedler’s “Palm Lagoon” is finished, as is Vibecke Dahle’s “Memories” - both of which are coming tomorrow for the site, and available on Thursday night.
More soon. If you like these or any others, make sure to reserve them ahead of our event at The Phillip Rush Center.
Two days to go until our first standalone event. Please tell your friends and RSVP today!
ARTvision: From Online to In-Person
Slowly but surely, we added in-person viewing to the ARTvision equation, and you responded. Our preview viewing events in both 2009 and 2010 yielded thousands of donations before the official day of the event on New Year’s Eve.
This year, we are trying something entirely new, also based on fan feedback. We’ve moved ARTvision to a standalone event - just to focus on the in-person viewing and fund-raising that will take away the crunch of the end of the year and allow folks to get that tax deduction before the end of the year.
Keep those comments and feedback coming. Without it, we won’t be able to improve!
Please join us this Thursday, 1 December 2011, at The Phillip Rush Center for ARTvision Atlanta’s first standalone event. As always, 100% of proceeds benefit Positive Impact. (RSVP on Facebook or Evite). Admission is free for all.
Julia Murney's 'I'd Rather be Sailing' Coming Soon
Please join us this Thursday, 1 December 2011, at The Phillip Rush Center for ARTvision Atlanta’s first standalone event. As always, 100% of proceeds benefit Positive Impact. (RSVP on Facebook or Evite). Admission is free for all.
"Splish Splash" In Brenda McMillen's Heart of Love Series
Please join us this Thursday, 1 December 2011, at The Phillip Rush Center for ARTvision Atlanta’s first standalone event. As always, 100% of proceeds benefit Positive Impact. (RSVP on Facebook or Evite). Admission is free for all.
ARTvision in the News: Fenuxe, GA Voice
- “ARTvision Values,” Fenuxe magazine (17 November 2011). Money quote: “Most recently we have used art therapy specifically for HIV and addiction recovery in our substance abuse treatment program. Creating art can be a very powerful form of therapy,” Michael Baker told the magazine.
- “World AIDS Day Strives to Raise Awareness,” GA Voice (24 November 2011). Money quote: “The fundraiser, previously held primarily online, moved to Dec. 1 for its first year as a standalone event. It features fine art for sale, entertainment, cocktails and food with 100 percent of proceeds going to Positive Impact.”
Artist Roster Now Live!
Please join us on 1 December 2011 at The Phillip Rush Center for ARTvision Atlanta’s first standalone event. As always, 100% of proceeds benefit Positive Impact. (RSVP on Facebook or Evite)
Need Framing Expertise? ARTvision Fans Look No Further
- JD Isaacs, himself a returning ARTvision Artist this year with “What Dreams May Come,” has worked hard on a number of pieces, including Dean Ignacio’s stunning Folsom series.
- Todd Wiggins’ “Presence” was set and floated in a wood frame by Antonio Raimo Galleries, located in Atlanta’s Miami Circle area of shops and galleries.
- Walt Woodall at Metro Gallery and Framing has worked on Mary Pollock’s “Bird in Hand,” and donated full framing services for the quad collaboration of “’Tis of Thee.”
- When in a bind to find a suitable frame for Julia Murney’s “Lulu’s Bubbles” (BTW, bidding is still active on eBay as of this writing), we found the perfect solution at The Framers on Peachtree. They have a great selection of stock frames for good prices.
- For the first time, we’ve used PictureFrames.com for a few of our items. Both frames for “Nomad” by Will Pollock and “Palm Lagoon” by Gordon Stuedler were sourced here, and finished up by Walt at Metro. Highly recommended with a large selection.
Make sure to patronize these establishments and report back with good experiences so we can share them.
Update: Julia Murney Auction, Event Reminder & More
Less than two days remain on Julia Murney’s eBay auction for “Lulu’s Bubbles.” Bid today!
Event Program to the Printer! Small Print Run, Great Cause
- Profiles of Randy Chumbley, Christopher Makos & Julia Murney
- Full listing and images from our 2011 offerings
- ARTvision & Positive Impact letters
- More about mission, some well-deserved thank-yous and more
This limited edition program is available free to buyers who donate more than $100 for an art piece, and is available for individual donations of $30. This will be a popular item, so make sure to get your reservation in today for your copy! If we run out, we’ll take special orders for more.
"Lulu's Bubbles" by Julia Murney Now Listed on eBay!
The frame for “Lulu,” from a local distributor here in Atlanta, is stunning: it’s an oil-rubbed, silver-leaf, chunky frame with lots of character, but one that doesn’t detract from the image itself. (go to eBay for more)
Great thanks again to Julia for lending her creative talents to ARTvision and Positive Impact.
Please join us on 1 December 2011 at The Phillip Rush Center for ARTvision Atlanta’s first standalone event. As always, 100% of proceeds benefit Positive Impact. (RSVP on Facebook or Evite)
First-ever 'Quad Collaboration' with "Tis of Thee..."
The tale begins with AlexisCoram and her website, PhotographProse.com. I’ve been a contributor to this site for some time, most recently with “No Regrets from the Greener Sanctuary,” a poem I wrote set to Zed Boucher-Myers’ photo to commemorate Thom Anderson’s new counseling space.
The point of PhotographProse is to join writers and photographers in an online environment, to collaborate and tell stories and exchange creative ideas. Very much in line with the ARTvision philosophy.
Fast forward to this past September 11, when I loaded a photo entitled “Pride” to my blog, shot on the streets of Provincetown, Mass., to accompany a blog post about the 10th anniversary of that horrific day. Unbeknownst to me, longtime ARTvision artist Brenda Knosher jumped on the site and wrote “’Tis of Thee” as a prose reflection of the image and day.
“’Tis of Thee” frame before distressing
“’Tis of Thee” frame after distressing
From that point, I got it in my nutty head to ask my mother, Mary Pollock, to use her expert calligraphy in “typesetting” the poem on a piece of archival art/drawing paper. I found the perfect frame, too, at Binders and have since distressed the interior to match the color of the door.
The quad-collaboration was hence born, and so we’re offering “’Tis of Thee,” to Positive Impact donors for $400. Thanks to Alexis, Brenda, my mother for contributing to this cool storyline. - WP
Reservation Page Now Live!
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Featured: Brenda Knosher Retuns with 'Undone'
“The title came from the feeling that the meditator is experiencing a letting go,” she says. With a silver-leaf frame, “Undone,” is offered for a donation to Positive Impact of $750.
For more, go directly to Brenda’s artist page. Make sure to reserve this piece soon, as it is sure to go quickly.
Please join us on 1 December 2011 at The Phillip Rush Center for ARTvision Atlanta’s first standalone event. As always, 100% of proceeds benefit Positive Impact. (RSVP on Facebook or Evite)
Our Newest Sponsor: Outwrite Bookstore & Coffeehouse
Please welcome them by shopping there soon! They have many exciting events planned in the coming weeks - all of which can be viewed on the store’s website, Facebook page and Twitter feed.
Great thanks to Philip for his partnership this year! A more detailed post is coming soon.
AlexisCoram Joins ARTvision with "Ascent"
“Ascent” by AlexisCoram
More info about size, media and pricing coming soon.
Please join us on 1 December 2011 at The Phillip Rush Center for ARTvision Atlanta’s first standalone event. As always, 100% of proceeds benefit Positive Impact. (RSVP on Facebook or Evite)
Paula Ettelbrick, Early ARTvision Supporter, Dies At 56
As a friend and colleague of my aunt Betsy Weedon - in whose memory ARTvision was founded - Paula was an unshakable force in critical advocacy roles, including the National Gay and Lesbian Task Force, the Empire State Pride Agenda and, most recently, the Stonewall Community Foundation.
From The Advocate:Cary Alan Johnson, executive director of the International Gay and Lesbian Human Rights Commission, which Ettelbrick led before joining the Stonewall Community Foundation last year, paid one of many tributes to her.
“Paula was so many things to so many people — her family, the movement, the New York City and global queer communities,” he wrote in an email. “First and foremost I can say that I found her to be so genuinely deeply unfalteringly committed to our liberation as LGBT people.”
Johnson is correct. Ettelbrick responded enthusiastically when I approached her for ARTvision’s inaugural year, and with a handful of enthusiastic, generous artists, we raised more than $1,400. Thanks to her that initial support, we’ve since raised nearly $26,000 for three different charities - most recently, Atlanta’s own Positive Impact.
Paula will be greatly missed, and our hearts go out to her entire family. Links to other news stories posted below. - WP
Read more: Towleroad | WSJ | GMHC | Lambda Legal
ARTvision Artists in the News
- Julia Murney is appearing in “Queen of the Mist,” an off-broadway musical by five-time Tony nominee Michael John LaChiusa. The story is based on the true story of Annie Edson Taylor who, in 1901, set out to be the first woman to go over Niagra Falls in a barrel she designed. (more) (18 Oct. - 20 Nov. 2011)
- New to ARTvision this year, Ginny Sykes has two events this month in the suburban Chicago area. “Call and Response: From Artemisia to Frida” is now open at Koehnline Museum of Art in Des Plaines, Ill. Ginny is also showing “Works on Paper” at Fuga Salon in Chicago, 20 Oct. - 6 Dec.
Watch for more details soon about Julia and Ginny’s pieces this year, and please help us spread the word about these exciting events. -WP
Amazing What You Can Do in Five Years
That’s nearly $26,000 of totally unrestricted funds that has made a difference for our charities - Positive Impact will again be our beneficiary in ARTvision’s sixth year.
Announcing ARTvision-6's Official Theme:
"restoreartive: creative therapy"
“restorearttive: creative therapy”
This 2011 theme celebrates art’s wide-reaching therapeutic properties, drawn from all artistic platforms. All artists will be tasked with donating and creating works that support the idea that art can heal, instruct and expand one’s thinking and feeling. Works will include photography, painting, mixed-media, jewelry, pottery, metal sculpture and much more.
What’s new this year? Here are some of the first details:
- New date/location. Our event, usually held at the home of Will Pollock on New Year’s Eve, will now be held on 1 December 2011, at The Phillip Rush Center on Dekalb Ave. Details about time to follow, but please mark your calendar for that date, which commemorates World AIDS Day.
- Expanded collector donations. We are happy to announce a call to collectors who would like to donate a photography, painting or other piece of art for the purpose of raising funds for PI. For more on this great opportunity, please contact Will Pollock or Michael Baker.
- Program advertising and artist exposure. In conjunction with this event, Will Pollock and Stone Four Media will produce a program with artist bios, donated piece information and advertisements from local businesses. Please stay tuned for more on this great opportunity.
- Suggestion box. If you have an idea or would like to suggest an artist for this event, please contact us for more.
More information and artist announcements coming soon! - WP
Final Tally of First-round ARTvision-5 Sales!
- Delia Cochran’s “In the Moment” to Sumner Riddick III for $1,900
- Vibecke Dahle’s “Waterdance” to Barb Shadomy* for $350
- GritCityInc’s “Tatted” & “Smoked Vol. 2” and "Mombo Solitude" by Rebecca Shirkey-Sloan (from ARTvision-4) to Michele Segre* for $180
- Brenda Knosher’s “This time conscious...” & “Watching, dreaming, waiting” to Delia Cochran for $600 and $650, respectively
- Jason Maynard’s “Witness” to Scott Layne & Matt Litchfield for $125
- Jason Maynard’s “Diamonds” to Will Pollock for $125
- Julia Murney’s “Blooming Coconut” to Vicky Croisant for $2,075; and to an Anonymous buyer in Hawaii, also for $2,075.
- Mary Pollock’s “Nantucket Morning” to Kelly Swift Haddle for $350
- Will Pollock’s “Teal Treasure” (small version; off roster) to Chris for $295
- Mary Pollock’s “Watch out for those spurs!” to Michael Baker for $400
- Marc Tetro’s “Westie on Red” to Michael Baker for $350
- Brenda McMillen’s “Circle of Hope” (off-roster) to Positive Impact for $125
- Will Pollock’s “Strewn” (print) to John Nickolas for $75
- Will Pollock’s “Maritime Calm” (sold off roster; photo to follow) to Colby Conner for $750
Non-purchase cash donations:
- Larry Goldstein $250
- All other cash donations, including ones made on New Year’s Eve: $350
I’ll update this post with discount sales in a few days. Watch for that.
So far, our tally for ARTvision-5, “XL: Style & Substance” is... drumroll please...
> $11,025 <
Congratulations, thank you, and wild gratitude for everyone’s involvement, enthusiasm and love to get us to this amazing figure.
Some New Pending Sales Will Bump Up Our Totals
“Diamonds”
- “Blooming Coconut” by Julia Murney has sold a second time, to Vicky Croisant! That brings us an *additional $2,075. All parties - Julia, the original auction winner, and Vicky - have agreed to do a second piece to make it a two-piece collection for 2010. Congratulations and thanks to all! In all, “Blooming Coconut” has brought Positive Impact a total of $4,150!
- “Maritime Calm” by Will Pollock has sold off-roster (meaning it wasn’t originally listed for sale). We are working on a size, price and pictures. More on that soon! Price TBD.
- “Witness” by Jason Maynard has sold to Scott Layne and Matt Litchfield in Waynesboro, Va. Price: $125
Those sales will bring us over the $10,000 mark for the season!
More pieces are still available. A full listing of sale items to follow shortly. -WP