Preview the Big Night Auction Items

Interested in bidding but unable to come to the Big Night Dinner? Proxy bids are accepted! Want more information on the Big Night Dinner & Auction? You can contact Taffy Stockton at 707-443-3197 or by email at taffy@humboldtcasa.org.

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Fishing Boats - Eureka Docks
by Jim McVicar
Watercolor
17” X 21” framed

Opening bid: $200
Value: $800

Few Humboldt County artists have achieved the degree of critical and financial success as Jim McVicar. His paintings are sold throughout the United States as well as hanging in art collections throughout the world. His work is a valued addition to any home, office or collection. __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Forces of Nature
by Linda J. Parkinson
Acrylic on Canvas
26” X 22” framed

Opening bid: $200
Value: $475

A native of California, Linda J. Parkinson has been painting animals and portraits since childhood. Her post-graduate studies in wildlife at HSU involved Linda in wildlife rehabilitation and education, which inspired her transition to wildlife art. Linda works in several mediums, with a focus on wildlife (especially birds) and their natural habitat. Linda's paintings have been shown and won awards throughout California and Oregon, and can be found in private collections worldwide. This painting is of Yellowstone’s Lewis Falls. www.originalbirdart.com
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Azure Salmon Bowl
by George Bucquet
Cast Glass, Metal Leaf, Paint
22" x 3.5"

Opening bid: $400
Value: $2,400

George Bucquet began casting hot glass at Penland School, North Carolina in 1984. After completing his studies, George moved to Arcata, where he continues to develop new and innovative techniques. George's work is found in galleries around the world and in the private collections of Rupert Murdoch and Bill Gates. www.georgebucquet.com
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Brook Otis’ Front Porch
by Alan Sanborn
Artist’s Gicleé Print
28” X 21” framed

Opening bid: $300
Value: $640

Homegrown watercolorist Alan Sanborn has been a North Coast staple for decades. In addition to hanging his paintings all over the United States, Alan’s paintings of gardens adorn the brochures and posters for the North Coast Growers Association Farmers' Markets.
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San Francisco Symphony Getaway
donated by Ernie Bloomfield & Hayes Valley Inn

Opening bid: $130
Value: $265

This getaway includes two tickets to see Martha Argerich and Nelson Freirethe and their Duo-Piano Recital on Sunday, April 3rd. The show, which is part of the SF Symphony’s Great Performers Series is garnering rave reviews, “When pianists Martha Argerich and Nelson Freire appear together, magic occurs—vibrant, passionate, tender music comes alive with a blinding intensity.” Also included in the package is one night’s lodging for two at the Hayes Valley Inn, an inviting boutique hotel located minutes away from the Davies Symphony Hall.
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Nest #8
by John Wesa
Serigraph - Limited Edition of 50
21” X 29” framed

Opening bid: $150
Value: $265

We are honored to have a signed and numbered Serigraph created in by local artist John Wesa. In 1968, John entered HSU, where he enjoyed the Humboldt County landscape because it was dark and fog shrouded. John finished a BA in 1971 in cinema and printmaking, then continued his education in filmmaking on a scholarship to California Institute of the Arts in Valencia, though he did not stay long. John moved back to Humboldt County, and after working a series of odd jobs, he returned to printmaking, and has been active in the art community of Humboldt County ever since.
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Before the Sun Sets
by Libby George
Artist’s Gicleé Print
24” X 30” framed

Opening bid: $150
Value: $475

Libby was born in Arcata and received a BA from HSU. Her work has been exhibited around the country since 1974, and is in both private and public collections throughout the world, ranging from the US Department of Interior in Washington DC to the Save-the-Redwoods-League in San Francisco, and such venues as the California Museum of Art, the Morris Graves Museum and the
College of Art in Ghana, Africa. “Nature - trees, open fields, cloud filled skies and the ocean inspire my pastel drawings.”
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Fountain
by Craig Pasquini
Granite & Copper

Opening bid: $100
Value: $700

This indoor/outdoor fountain was made by local artisan Craig Pasquini. The base of the fountains is cedar covered in copper plate with a plastic liner for waterproofing, and the granite stone has copper veins laid on the stone. Other examples of Craig’s fountains are on display at Sherwood Nursery and Bamboo & Maple.
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Trinidad Head Beach Grass
by Sam Lundeen
Oil on Canvas
16” X 20” framed

Opening bid: $100
Value: $250

Sam grew up in Minnesota, with close ties to his roots (and artistic relatives) in Norway and Sweden. A life long artist, he took art classes through high school and college, and received a degree in Art from HSU. His goal is to paint the moods and reflect the atmospheric beauty of the Northern California coastal light.
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Roses & Pear
by Alicia Tredway
Pastel and Paper
20” X 16” framed

Opening bid: $300
Value: $500

Alicia Tredway has been painting for over 25 years in the mediums of oil, acrylic and pastels. A Humboldt County resident since 1985, her focus is capturing the vibrant color and aesthetic life present in every aspect of existence. "My present focus is painting pastel, oil or acrylic on mylar which is a totally stable and versatile support. I love equally 'plein air' painting, still life and the figure."
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Goat Rock
by Michael Guerriero
Serigraph
18 x 17 framed

Opening bid: $100
Value: $250

Michael was raised in California's San Joaquin Valley, where he was encouraged by his family and teachers to pursue his interest in graphic art. After earning a BA and MFA in Fine Art, Michael moved to the North Coast in 1977, and became interested in capturing local landscapes. “Printing these landscapes became an obvious occupation for me in light of the beautiful mountains surrounding my home.”
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Great Blue Heron
by Chris Frolking
Artist’s Gicleé Print
18” X 24” framed

Opening bid: $150
Value: $400

Chris’s inspiration for art comes from nature. He believes that nature is a source of beauty and peace, both sadly lacking on our overpopulated planet, and that protecting the natural world for the future is essential.
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DeWalt 7-1/4" Heavy Duty High Torque Framing Saw
donated by Arcata Do It Best Lumber

Opening bid: $75
Value: $200

This saw features a lightweight 13 lbs. design, 15 Amp motor with high torque gearing and much more. Great for home improvement enthusiasts!

Posted by casa at March 13, 2005 01:20 PM