Joe Bells and More Joe Bells
So far, 75% of the artwork turned in features Joe Bell flowers. What will you create for the 2nd annual art show fundraiser?
Ocracoke Preservation Society Museum bought 100 little 6 x 8 canvasses, hoping they'll be transformed into original works of art. They've been distributing the canvasses since September, but they still have some left. Get inspired! Stop by the Museum, pick up a canvas, and be a part of the show! If you can't come in person, give OPS a call (252-928-7375) and they'll mail you a canvas.
Amy Howard, OPS Administrator and the organizer of the art show, hopes that professional artists, dabblers, crafters, wanna-bes, and even people who don't think they're artists will be willing to participate.
She wants the artists to show Ocracoke as they see it – the beach, the village, the people, any small part that they choose. (More Joe Bells are welcome!) Participants can draw, paint, glue, sew, staple, or otherwise add artistic embellishments to the small ready-to-hang canvasses.
The canvasses are due back to the museum by January 10th.
A wine-and-cheese reception and art opening is planned for January 24th, from 5 – 7pm at the Museum. The artwork will be available through a silent auction during the reception. Amy will post photos of the canvases on the OPS Facebook page. You can see a selection there and even place your bid online.
Last year, OPS received a wonderful collection of collages, paintings, and photographs to auction at the event. Children and adults, residents and visitors, professional artisans and beginners were all represented among the little works of art, which raised over $4500 for the non-profit.
