Check out the press release below for information on the Afro-American Cultural Center‘s 2nd Annual Silent Art Auction and Reception, which will go down on Saturday. The auction will include works by local artists Nellie Ashford, De’Angelo dia-Bethune, T J Reddy and David Wilson (see his “Baptisum” painting below).
JOIN THE AFRO AMERICAN CULTURAL CENTER FOR THE2ND ANNUAL SILENT ART AUCTION AND RECEPTION
Featuring local artists Nellie Ashford, De’Angelo dia-Bethune,
T J Reddy and David Wilson
May 12, 2009 – Charlotte, NC – The Afro-American Cultural Center (AACC) is proud to announce the 2nd Annual Silent Art Auction and Fundraiser Reception. The free event will be held on Saturday, May 16th from 2:00pm – 6:00pm at the AACC located at 401 North Meyers Street in Charlotte, NC.
The Silent Art Auction will feature 50 pieces by Charlotte native Nellie Ashford, who creates folk art collages on boards, paper and canvas depicting childhood memories and stories from her parents. Ashford’s artistic preference is bright colors of acrylic paints along with found objects of fabric, sand, wood filing and other natural items to create her paintings.
David Wilson is a unique artist who began his career with pieces that paid homage to his ancestors. His work celebrates the rich history of African Americans through various forms of artistic expression. Wilson’s work will be featured at the new Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts + Culture. He was commissioned to produce a public art piece specifically for the Gantt Center. His colorful glass display will serve as celebration of the arts. Saturday’s art auction will be a rare opportunity to add his work to your private collection.
In addition to Ashford and Wilson, the 2nd Annual Silent Art Auction will include works by local artists De’Angelo dia-Bethune and T J Reddy.
The AACC is celebrating 35 years of preserving, promoting and displaying African-American art, history and culture through comprehensive programs and presentations in the visual arts, performing arts and innovative educational programs. “This is a pivotal year for the AACC because we are commemorating over 3 decades of this Charlotte landmark, while preparing for the relocation into the new Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts + Culture in October 2009. We welcome all people to bring your family and friends to the Center for this free event because community support and fundraising efforts are a critical component towards our success”, states Carolyn Mints, Interim President and CEO at AACC.
For more information regarding this event, please contact Patrick Diamond, Director of Development at 704-374-1565 ext.25 or visit our website at www.aacc-charlotte.org.
This article appears in May 12-19, 2009.
