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Save the Guild Appeal
Unfortunately, with the economy in the doldrums, grants going away and increased operating expenses, the St. Louis Artists’ Guild has fallen on hard times…Times hard enough that unless there is an immediate infusion of cash for operations, the Guild may have to close.
We all understand the value of the Guild and its 125-year history in the St. Louis community. We appreciate the furthering of the arts with classes and exhibitions that serve the creative community in so many ways. Finally, we must point out the major influence the Artists’ Guild has had with so many schools and pre-school children who love to create and express their imagination. But, unless we raise funds now, all of this might come to an end.
The Guild’s operating staff has been reduced to bare minimums, all of the Board of Directors already have contributed to the “Save the Guild” fund, and now we must turn to the community who will make the difference whether we keep the Guild alive or not.
Our goal is to raise $75,000 to get us through this tough stretch.
Please join us to help “Save the Guild.”
Collectors Choice XI
Collectors Choice provides art collectors with a unique opportunity: with the purchase of one ticket ($150), two people can attend two parties, plus take home one piece of artwork valued at $250 or more. The number of tickets sold is limited to the amount of artwork donated, guaranteeing every ticket-holder one piece of art!
The Collectors Choice event is in two parts:
Opening Party (Friday, May 4th, 2012, 6pm–9pm): At this opening reception, Catering St. Louis provides hors d'oeuvres and wine, as guests review artwork donated by local and regional artists. The artwork remains on display in the St. Louis Artists' Guild's galleries until the Selection Party on May 20th. Ticket holders may view the exhibition during this time and create a list of their favorite pieces!
Selection Party (Sunday, May 20th, 2012): Names of ticket holders are called, and when a ticket-holder's name is called, that person can choose one of the available pieces of art in the exhibit to take home with them! (One piece of art guaranteed for each ticket purchased).
Proceeds from Collectors Choice go towards supporting the St. Louis Artists' Guild and its mission. The St. Louis Artists' Guild, a 125-year-old not-for-profit organization, is a resource and an advocate for creative expression. Since the organization's founding in 1886, the St. Louis Artists' Guild has been serving the Midwest as a center that exhibits, supports, and promotes the visual arts.
Extended Viewing Hours
The St. Louis Artists' Guild will have extended gallery hours on two nights for Collectors Choice XI. These dates are:
- Tuesday, May 8th, 2012; 12pm–8pm
- Thursday, May 17th, 2012; 12pm–8pm
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