More money was raised for the Richmond Food Bank and more paintings were sold by the artists, young and old.
So, as far as Guess Who organizer Lorraine Wellman is concerned, it’s a case of a job well done for the second annual anonymous art show, where every piece of work costs $100 and students’ creations are mixed in with those of renowned local talent.
More than 100 paintings went on show and for sale at the event in Pioneer Church at South Arm United at No. 3 Road and Steveston Highway on Saturday.
In total, $2,350 was raised for the food bank (up from $2,100 last year) and 52 paintings were sold (up from 42 last year). Fifty dollars from each sale goes to the artist, with the other half (less a few overheads) going to the Richmond Artist’s Guild’s chosen charity. All paintings are 10x10, with signatures covered or only on the back.
“Everybody really enjoyed themselves and I wish I had my camera ready when the whistle was blown for the start — people’s arms were all stretched out, ready to grab the painting they wanted,” said Wellman.
“With all due respect to last year’s entrants, the paintings were better than ever and let’s hope that continues to next year.”
Steveston London secondary art students took part in the event.
