Yellowstone Art Museum gears up for art auction
Published: January 26, 2010
Art Auction 42, the Yellowstone Art Museum’s annual auction exhibit, culminates in the “Hollywood Extravaganza,” 5:30-11 p.m. March 6.
Until then, view an eclectic mix of styles, from cutting-edge contemporary to traditional landscapes and western art, by some of the region's most prominent artists at the museum in Billings (or download the catalogue from the website, www.artmuseum.org). Paintings, sculpture, ceramics, furniture, and jewelry are all part of the mix.
On March 6, the “Hollywood Extravaganza” benefit kicks off at 5:30 p.m. with cocktails and a dinner buffet catered by Beyond Basil. Quick Draw artists create works on the spot, which will be available for bidding.
The live auction at 7 p.m. boasts a lively selection of works by a roster of well-known artists, including Ted Waddell, Sandra Dal Poggetto, Larry Pirnie, Tom Foolery, Jerry Cornelia, Gordon McConnell, Jane Waggoner Deschner, and many others.
The annual auction is a premier showcase of regional art that draws collectors from across the country and helps launch emerging artists’ careers.
All of the proceeds from Art Auction 42 help fund the museum’s exhibitions and education programs.
Tickets are $89; visit www.artmuseum.org or call 406-256-6804 for more information.
More auction action:
Paris Gibson Square Museum of Art in Great Falls hosts a Night of Art and Opera, 5:30-10 p.m. Feb. 6 at Meadow Lark Country Club; celebrate the history of opera with Italian food and wine at this benefit. Opera singer Michelle Berger performs and art from local and regional artists is available to purchase during live and silent auctions. Tickets are $75; call 406-727-8255 for details.
The Missoula Art Museum offers two auctions in February, beginning with its Artini Auction, “Wear Oh Ware,” 5:30 p.m. Feb. 18; this live auction features handcrafted jewelry and one-of-a-kind clothing, ceramics, glassware and furniture, with dance tunes by DJ Kris Moon ($15-$25). And for the first time in several decades, the 38th annual auction of original contemporary works returns home to the museum in the aptly titled Bringing It Home Auction, 5 p.m. Feb. 27. In addition to silent and live auctions, festivities include food, desserts, a cash bar and piano music. Tickets are $100-$125; call 406-728-0447 or visit www.missoulaartmuseum.org.
