The Institute of Contemporary Art in San Jose is Proud to Present its Signature Annual Fall Art Exhibition and Auction
Exhibition: October 2 - 24; Auction: Saturday, October 24
Online Auction Gallery Now On View
AUGUST 2009, San Jose, CA - The San Jose Institute of Contemporary Art (ICA) is pleased to announce its upcoming Annual Fall Art Exhibition and Auction. Now in its 29th year, the comprehensive exhibition of
more than 100 art works by some of the hottest artists in the Bay Area opens
with a special member-only exhibition preview from 5pm to 6pm on Friday,
October 2nd. A public
reception is scheduled from 6pm to late during the popular South First Friday
Gallery Walk in downtown San Jose's SoFA arts and entertainment district.
The
exhibition culminates with a live auction of spirited bidding on Saturday,
October 24th; doors open at 6pm and auction bidding begins
promptly at 7pm. An image gallery of the
auction artwork is now available online and will be updated regularly.
This long-standing Bay Area art event provides a unique
opportunity to art lovers and collectors who are looking for world-class artwork
created by the region's most established artists and its rising stars whose
work reflect the scope of the Bay Area's vibrant and eclectic styles and
interest. Auction goers can bid on a
range of work including paintings, photographs, mixed media and installation
pieces, and sculpture.
All proceeds from
the auction support the ICA's innovative exhibitions and educational
programming.
Accompanying the evening of lively and competitive bidding are complimentary champagne, wine and
savory
hors d'oeuvres donated by some of the area's finest
restaurants. Auction tickets are $40 if purchased before October
24th. Tickets purchased at the door are $50 each.
Call 408.283.8155 or email lis@sjica.org for ticket reservations.
The ICA will extend its gallery hours during the exhibition run as
follows: Monday through Thursday,
10am-5pm; Friday, 10am-8pm; and
Saturday, Noon to 5pm. Admission to the
exhibition is free.
For up-to-date
exhibition and auction information and to view images of auction artwork,
please visit the ICA online at www.sjica.org.
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