The Asheville Area Arts Council is preparing a
sparkling event for you as the 2013 annual Asheville Area Arts Council
fundraiser. Mark your calendars for Saturday, October 5th as
the Asheville Area Arts Council hosts The Emerald Ball and Art
Auction.
Not
only is emerald the Pantone color of the year, it is the North Carolina state
precious stone! The 2013 Emerald Ball & Auction will be held
throughout the Pink Dog Creative building located in Asheville’s
exciting River Arts District. The Pink Dog Creative, home of the Asheville
Area Arts Council as well as a variety of great art studios and restaurants
will be transformed into the Emerald City, the capital of OZ from L. Frank
Baum’s The Wonderful Wizard of OZ. To expand the event from last years’
scope, and maximize its impact, a live Art Auction, curated by nationally
recognized artist, Randy Shull, will be held as one of the evening’s
highlights. Works featured will be from local collections as well as the work
of celebrated artists.
In addition to the auction, the AAAC will light up your night with
a bottomless cup of drink and all you can eat morsels, catered by distinguished
local food and drink artisans. VIP ticket holders enjoy excellent perks, such
as a special artists’ reception pre-party and sneak peek at auction items. As
always, great entertainment, performance and dancing will round out the
night.
“I'm so incredibly excited to be hosting this year's Color Ball,
the Emerald Ball, in Pink Dog Creative," says Kitty Love, executive director of the Council. "It is a special experience to be able
to revel in the heart of the art, as the Pink Dog is a significant example of
the power of creativity to build community, neighborhood identity, and the
economy. Having our event in the AAAC Gallery, Randy Shull's studio, and the
affiliated spaces in the RAD will immerse our guests in the vibrant power of
the arts that they are supporting by attending the ball and helping us raise
the funds we need to grow Buncombe County's arts, culture, and entertainment.”
The
Emerald Ball will raise funds for the Asheville Area Arts Council to
continue its mission to strengthen the vitality and visibility of the
creative community through its programs, advocacy, and grants. More
details on events and ticket sales will be announced in the coming
months.
For up-to-date information on the event, visit www.ashevillearts.com
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