NAS Art Auction: Friday 25 October
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NAS Art Auction: Friday 25 October
DATE: Friday 25 October 2019, 6 – 10.30pm
LOCATION: Cell Block Theatre, National Art School
TICKETS: $150 (inclusive of food and beverage)
On Friday 25 October 2019 the National Art School will host its most important fundraising event to date, the inaugural NAS Art Auction. Funds generated on the evening will support the school’s outreach programs; making art accessible by providing opportunities for emerging artists and art education for all. Featuring a live auction, silent auction, raffle door prize, artist DJs and a live band (with surprise guests), the National Art School’s 2019 Art Auction promises to be a fantastic evening, celebrating the school’s history and securing its future.
Hosted by:
Jennifer Byrne (MC)
Justin Miller (Auctioneer)
Live Auction:
Mitch Cairns
James Drinkwater
Martine Emdur
Nicholas Harding
Laura Jones
Juz Kitson
Guy Maestri
Alex Seton
Luke Sciberras
Ben Quilty
Silent Auction:
Holly Greenwood
Bronte Leighton-Dore
Euan Macleod
Reg Mombassa
John Olsen
Peter O’Doherty
Les Rice
Joan Ross
Warwick Thornton
Mirra Whale
Door Raffle Prize:
Guy Maestri sculpture
Entertainment – Artist Super-Band:
Mitch Cairns
Guy Maestri
Leslie Rice
Artist Super-Band Special Guests:
Iva Davies
Megan Washington
Extra Special Singer:
To be announced on the night!
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