On November 12, 2011, the Bluffton Center for Entrepreneurs (BCE) is hosting a fine art auction benefiting the regional business incubator. A panel of jurors will select 20-30 items for the auction, which will be attended by up to 275 guests.

Written submissions of original works in all media are currently being accepted; jurors will make selections in mid-October. The application (pdf) is shown at the end of this page.

Attendance— Artists whose works are selected will be invited to attend as guests of the BCE. The event is an excellent opportunity to meet and mingle with local buyers. The evening includes a preview with cash bar and an elegant dinner. 

Viewing— Selected works will be displayed in Bluffton prior to the auction. A color wall calendar will be produced featuring the auction items. The calendar will be distributed to ticket buyers and sold to other BCE supporters.

Terms— Artists receive 25% of the gavel price. 

Jurors

Mike Huffman, Director of Arts and Magnet Programs, Lima City Schools

Gregg Luginbuhl, Professor of Art, Bluffton University

Tamera Rooney, Owner, Red Tornado Art Productions of Findlay

Application—Download the application (pdf) or call for print copies: 419 358-6400. 

Send applications to Bluffton Center for Entrepreneurs, P.O. Box 145, Bluffton, OH 45817 or to info@blufftonentrepreneurs.com, topic line “[ARTIST’S NAME] 2011 Art Auction Submission.”

Questions?—Please contact BCE board member Dick McGarrity or BCE staffer Paula Scott. E-mail:  info@blufftonentrepreneurs.com. Phone: 419 358-6400.

Bluffton Center for Entrepreneurs - 2011 Application

 Art Auction

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