Right out of the gate, there are already bidding wars amongst competitive art lovers for Gateway Theatre's silent auction fundraiser, For the Love of Art.
The official launch was Wednesday and already three pieces have been subjected to sharp eyes, according to Gateway's individual giving coordinator Jennifer Forlin.
"It's really exciting to see people so enthusiastic about the artwork," she said.
The theme for the show is loosely based on the four seasons.
Forty-three artists, mostly from Richmond, donated 53 pieces in total for the show. The value of the works ranges from $300 to more than $1,200.
In light of the fundraiser, every Friday, the News will profile eight artists who donated their pieces.
The auction is open until Monday, June 24 at noon when bidding closes. On the Sunday before, board members will be present to assist with the bidding and answer any questions interested buyers may have.
There's a minimum bid of $100 with $25 increments.
Proceeds from the auction go towards Gateway's programming. The gallery is open during regular hours, Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, visit www.gatewaytheatre.com
