The Art Gallery of Guelph invites collectors and art lovers alike to raise a toast (and a bid paddle) in support of Guelph’s public gallery on Saturday, November 19, 2022. We are pleased to welcome you back, in person, for ART/CRAFT 2022!

 

The gallery’s signature gala and live art auction is unique in its celebration of the powerful intersection of art and craft. Featuring renowned auctioneer Stephen Ranger, the live auction includes an exciting line-up of over 30 exceptional works donated in support of the gallery’s programming.

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ART/PARTY – Three’s a crowd, four’s a party! Take advantage of the special Auction Party Package and purchase 4 tickets for $400. Regular tickets are $125 each. Purchase tickets online here!

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EAT/DRINK – Partygoers will enjoy signature food and drink prepared by the chefs and sommeliers of the University of Guelph, renowned for pairing hospitality with sustainability.

 

SEE/BUY – Artworks will be on view at the gallery and online from November 12 – 19, 2022. Doors open for the Auction Party on Saturday, November 19 at 6:15 pm with the Live Auction starting at 8 pm. For information about submitting a proxy bid, contact Nicole Neufeld at nneufeld@artgalleryofguelph.ca or (519) 837-0010 x2.

 

BIGGER/BETTER – Featuring an impressive lineup of artworks by acclaimed artists Shuvinai Ashoona, Simon Brascoupe, Sandra Brewster, Colin Carney, Lesley Loksi Chan, Yan Wen Chang, Andrea Chung, Michael Davey, Rihab Essayh, Kania Etungat, Giovanni Gerometta, Insoon Ha, Verne Harrison, John Hartman, Maria Hupfield, Siassie Kenneally, Eileen MacArthur, Jason McLean, Caroline Mousseau, Shelley Niro, Alison Norlen, Anahita Norouzi, Emmanuel Osahor, Charles Pachter, Scott Pattinson, Jagdeep Raina, Shay Salehi, Seth, Naomi Smith, Stephen Snake, Thomas Suvaaraq, Samonie Toonoo, Anna Torma, Daryl Vocat, Lorne Wagman, Istvan Zsako, Tim Zuck

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Event parking is FREE at the University of Guelph Campus Lot P23 with entrances off College Ave. and MacDonald St. or limited free parking in the lot behind the gallery.

 

To support public health and safety, please stay home if you are feeling unwell. The Art Gallery of Guelph welcomes masking when not eating and drinking, though masking is not required. The gallery is also running HEPA air purifiers throughout the evening to support a healthy environment.