Gala in Tucson Pastel Society (TPS) Gallery (Silent Auction & Art Sale 2017)

Join us for a festive celebration including food, music and art! All proceeds from this event help directly support the Tucson Pastel Society (TPS) building renovation fund.

Italian Crystal will be up for auction in this charity art sale and exhibition!

Italian Crystal. 18x25. Pastel on Sanded Paper by Christy Olsen.

Gala Charity Art Sale & Silent Auction

The event is open to the public. Admission is at no charge. Tucson's current mayor, Jonathan Rothschild will be the auctioneer with over $22,000 worth of amazing donations to be auctioned, starting at 3:00pm.

Artwork is "cash & carry," which means that if you win the auction, the piece may be taken home immediately.

Date & Time

February 12, 2017 (1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Auction begins at 3:00 p.m.)
Refreshments served. There will be wine, cheese and plenty of tables around the perimeter to sit and schmooze, shop, schmooze, repeat!

About the Host

The Tucson Pastel Society (TPS) is a non-profit 501 (c)(3) organization established to advocate and promote the pastel medium, uniting pastel artists, organizing professional development and artistic growth opportunities and increasing awareness of the versatility and value of pastel fine art within the community.

Location

Tucson Pastel Society (TPS) Art Center
2447 Los Altos Ave, Tucson, AZ 85705

Parking

Parking behind the building is available.

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The Event

This painting was auctioned during this event.

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The Drawing Studio (TDS) Gala (Silent Auction & Art Sale 2016)

Italian Opera will be up for auction in this charity art sale and exhibition!

Italian Opera. 18x25. Pastel on Sanded Paper by Christy Olsen.

Gala Charity Art Sale & Silent Auction

Join us for a festive celebration including food, music and art! All proceeds from this event help directly support the Drawing Studio.

The event is open to the public with purchase of admission. Tickets are available in advance or at the event.

Date & Time

February 27, 2016 (6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.)
Refreshments served.

About the Host

The Drawing Studio (TDS) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that enriches people's lives by providing artistic inspiration and studio art instruction for people at any age (from 9-90+) at any level of experience. For more information, visit The Drawing Studio TDS.org.

About the Auction

Art will be auctioned and available to anyone who purchased a ticket. You may direct your tickets toward any piece or pieces of art you want to take home! The winning tickets will be drawn for each piece at 8:30 p.m. Artwork is "cash & carry," which means that if you win the auction, the piece may be taken home immediately.

Whistle Stop Depot

Location

Whistle Stop Depot
127 West 5th Street, Tucson, AZ 85705

Parking

Street parking is available. Please call us if you need special accommodations

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The Event

This painting was auctioned during this event.

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A Breath of Plein Air (Master's Circle) in TDS Gallery(Silent Auction & Art Sale 2014)

Was invited into the 2014 Master's Circle Gala event, called A Breath of Plein Air!

Master Circle artwork will be auctioned. This event is open to the public with purchase of admission. Only 200 tickets are available to purchase in advance.

47 Miles to Tucson. 18x36. Oil on board by Christy Olsen.

Gala & Charity Silent Art Auction

Join us for a festive celebration including food, music and art! All proceeds from this event help directly support the Drawing Studio.

Gala Preview Viewing Only

January 22, 2014 (5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.)
Wine, Opulent Hor d'Oeuvres served with music.

Gala Event

January 24, 2014 (6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.)
Wine, Opulent Hor d'Oeuvres served with music.

About the Host

The Drawing Studio (TDS) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that enriches people's lives by providing artistic inspiration and studio art instruction for people at any age (from 9-90+) at any level of experience. For more information, visit The Drawing Studio TDS.org.

About the Auction

Art will be auctioned and available to anyone who purchased a ticket. You may direct your tickets toward any piece or pieces of art you want to take home! The winning tickets will be drawn for each piece at 8:30 p.m. Artwork is "cash & carry," which means that if you win the auction, the piece may be taken home immediately.

The Drawing Studio

Location

The Drawing Studio
33 S. 6th Ave. Tucson AZ 85701

Parking

Street parking is available. Please call us if you need special accommodations

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The Event

47 Miles to Tucson. was auctioned during this event.

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Art from the Heart (Group Exhibition & Art Sale 2014)

Original pastels will be exhibited and sold in Murphey Gallery. All proceeds directly support non-profit art charities.

Lincoln Memorial at Sunset. 8x10. Pastel on sanded paper by Christy Olsen

Charity Art Sale & Exhibition

Art from the Heart is a charity art sale and exhibition. All original artwork will be in the pastel medium, created by the Tucson Pastel Society art guild members. Originals in various subjects will be displayed in multiple sizes, from small to large. The event is free and open to the public.

Small original artwork less than 11x14 (with the frame included) is priced at $100.00 or less. The following original was donated to the charity art sale.

Cottonwood. 5x7. Pastel on sanded paper by Christy Olsen
Donation for charity.

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Dates

December 1, 2014 - January 5, 2015

Artist's Opening Reception

December 10, 2014 (5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.)
Refreshments served.

About the Host

The Tucson Pastel Society (TPS) is a non-profit 501 (c)(3) organization established to advocate and promote the pastel medium and have fun doing art in the communities it serves. TPS is an active and vital art organization for pastel artists to flourish, fostering the skills and camaraderie of its members while encouraging community awareness of dry pastel fine art by offering exhibitions and events. For more information, visit the Tuscon Pastel Society.org.

About the Gallery

Located in the heart of Tucson, Arizona, the Tucson Botanical Gardens is dedicated to horticultural and ecological education, with 16 gardens representing a variety of gardening traditions and botanical themes.

Education Center at Tucson Botanical Gardens

Location

Education Center at Tucson Botanical Gardens
2150 N. Alvernon Way, Tucson, AZ 85712

Hours

Daily (8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.) or call for an appointment.

Sale

Original artwork may be taken immediately after the transaction is complete.

For Purchasing Information:
Phone +1 (520) 324-0166

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Art from the Heart in Crizmac Gallery(Group Exhibition & Art Sale 2013)

Original pastels will be exhibited and sold in Murphey Gallery. All proceeds directly support non-profit art charities.

Cottage with Blue Windows. 8x10. Pastel on sanded paper by Christy Olsen

Charity Art Sale & Exhibition

Art from the Heart is a charity art sale and exhibition. All original artwork will be in the pastel medium, created by the Tucson Pastel Society art guild members. Originals in various subjects will be displayed in multiple sizes, from small to large. The event is free and open to the public.

Small original artwork less than 11x14 (with the frame included) is priced at $100.00 or less. The following original was donated to the charity art sale.

Cactus Study. 5x7. Pastel on sanded paper by Christy Olsen
Donation for charity.

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Dates

December 5 - December 22, 2013

Artist's Opening Reception

December 15, 2013 (1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.)
Refreshments served.

Artist's Closing Reception

December 22, 2013 (1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.)
Refreshments served.

About the Host

The Tucson Pastel Society (TPS) is a non-profit 501 (c)(3) organization established to advocate and promote the pastel medium and have fun doing art in the communities it serves. TPS is an active and vital art organization for pastel artists to flourish, fostering the skills and camaraderie of its members while encouraging community awareness of dry pastel fine art by offering exhibitions and events. For more information, visit the Tuscon Pastel Society.org.

About the Gallery

Located in the heart of Tucson, Arizona, Crizmac Art & Cultural Center provides resources for art teachers and their classrooms. 

The establishment includes a gallery. store, and classroom. The gallery is open during its regular business hours.

Location

Crizmac Art & Cultural Center
1642 N. Alvernon Way. Tucson, Arizona 85712

Hours

Daily (9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.) or call for an appointment.

Sale

Original artwork may be taken immediately after the transaction is complete.

For Purchasing Information:
Phone +1 (520) 299-6421

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The Event

Both paintings were SOLD during this event.

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Tucson Pima Arts Council (TPAC) Open Studio Tour (OST) Kick Off(Group Exhibition & Art Sale 2012)

Artwork aas accepted and will be in the show! The primary goal of this exhibition is to provide a sample of the exicting range of work within the 200+ Open Studio Tour (OST) participants collectively.

Ginger Jar with Rose. 9x12. Oil on board.

Group Exhibition & Art Sale

This event is open to the public. Adimission is at no charge.

Dates

October 24 - Noveber 8, 2012

Artit's Reception

October 24, 2012 (6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.)
Refreshments served.

About the Host

The Open Studio Tour (OST) sponsored by Tucson Pima Arts Council (TPAC) is now in its 27th year. TPAC established itself as a nationally recognized leader with the PLACE (People, Land, Arts, Culture, and Engagement) Initiative. Through research, analysis, and grantmaking, the PLACE Initiative endeavors to identify and promote the myriad ways the arts can strengthen communities and act as a catalyst for positive social change. For more information, visit artsfoundtucson.org.

About the Gallery

The Gallery at the J is located in the main hall of the Tucson Jewish Community Center (JCC). It hosts various art exhibitions throughout the year, each with a unique genre in the gallery.

The Tucson Jewish Community Center (JCC), sometimes called the "Tucson J," is a 110,000-square-foot center built in 1989 and recently renovated in 2015. With more than 2000 families and 5000 members, the Tucson J is open to the Tucson community for all people, all faiths, all identities, all abilities, and all walks of life.

Location

Tucson Jewish Community Center (JCC)
3800 E. River Road, Tucson, AZ 85718

Hours

Monday - Thursday (9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.)
Friday & Saturday (9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.)
Closed Saturdays and Jewish holidays.

Sales

Artwork may be purchased during the show but must stay hung throughout the exhibition.

For Purchasing Information:
Phone +1 (520) 299-3000

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The Event

Photos taken during the installation.

Artist's Reception

Artist's Reception

Artist's Reception

Ginger Jar with Rose was SOLD
during this show!

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