PREVIEW AUCTION ITEMS

Visit this site over the upcoming weeks for a sneak peak at the fabulous items that will be available during the silent and live auctions at the 2008 gala. More items will be added regularly through May 17th. This is only a sample of what will be available the evening of the gala!

Auction items include artwork by CAW faculty, trips to Cancun, and Vancouver and Victoria, theater tickets, weekend use of designer Jamie Drake's house in the Hamptons, and much more!

If you would like to bid on an item but are unable to attend the auction, you can place an absentee bid. To do so, please call the Workshop at 203.562.4927 or email gala@creativeartsworkshop.org with the name of the item you wish to bid for and your maximum bid by Friday, May 16. Bids will be placed on your behalf, up to the maximum bid you have pre-specified. 

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ARTWORK

Seven Vintage Jazz Vinyl LPs
Seven carefully chosen original jazz and soul-jazz LPs from the late 1950's and early 1960's. All are in excellent condition and have been cleaned by a professional conservator. Artists include jazz giants Cannonball Adderly, Sidney Bechet, Ray Charles, Milt Jackson with John Coltrane, Thelonious Monk, Buster Smith and Bobby Timmons. These albums were recorded on Atlantic, Blue Note and Riverside labels, widely regarded as the premier jazz labels because they featured the highest quality vinyl and recording engineering, along with superior cover graphics. Even if you don't have a working turntable, you will want to frame the covers.
Donated by Laura Clarke

Have Your Own Art Show at Creative Arts Workshop
For 3 weeks in the fall of 2008, you can have use of the "Creative Works" space. Design and hang our own exhibition.  Available time period is September 8 through September 26, 2008.
Donated by Creative Arts Workshop

Have Your Own Art Show at Creative Arts Workshop II !
For 3 weeks in the fall of 2008, you can have use of the "Creative Works" space. Design and hang our own exhibition.  Available time period for this exhibition is September 27 through October 17, 2008.
Donated by Creative Arts Workshop

Recycled Cashew Wood Coffee Table
This table is made by a small artists' collective in a tiny village on the southern coast of one of the Indonesian islands.  One is a metal worker who makes primitive bases for some of the wooden pieces which are typically fashioned from driftwood logs which they plain-saw in a pit sawmill and then work and hand finish.
Donated by Fair Haven Furniture

La Rue De L'Abevoir (1925) by Eugene Atget
Eugene Atget was a French photographer from the early 20th century who inspired Walker Evans' career. When he died in 1927 he left approximately 2000 eight by ten inches glass plates and almost 10,000 prints, not counting the plates deposited in the Palais Royale archives. His is one of the most extraordinary achievements of photography. This print is made by Marston Hill and the framing is donated by Cheever Tyler.
Donated by John Hill and Sven Martson and Cheever and Sally Tyler

Love Before Breakfast by Walker Evans
This print of a Walker Evans photo is made by Martson Hill and the framing is donated by Cheever Tyler.
Donated by John Hill and Sven Martson and Cheever and Sally Tyler

Photograph by John T. Hill
This is a digital (carbon pigment) print on all-rag, ph-neutral, archival paper.  John T. Hill studied painting and design before coming to photography in 1958. After completing graduate studies in design and photography at the Yale University School of Art and Architecture in 1961, he was invited to join that faculty.  He became a friend and colleague of Walker Evans, a fellow faculty member.  Hill has served as executor of Walker Evan's estate from Evans' death in early 1975.
Donated by John T. Hill

Masada:  View From The Ancient Fortress by Harold Shapiro
This is a 20"x24" framed archival pigment print by the Head of CAW's Photography Department, Harold Shapiro.  Harold is a graduate of New England School of Photography.  He is a freelance photographer and exhibits widely.

Untitled by Steven DiGiovanni
This oil on canvas is by CAW's head of Drawing and Printmaking Department.  Steven received his BA from the University of South Carolina and an MFA from the Maryland Institute of Art.  He also teaches at Sacred Hard University and for Guilford Adult Education.

Louise HarterLouise Harter
Two-Tiered Vase
A wood-fired stoneware two-tiered vase with a circle pattern made from brown clay and fired with salt and woodash.

Joan Fitzsimmons
Cakes
Silver print photograph

Judy AldermanJudie Alderman
Scumbling
Encaustic on paper, 10 X 12", framed

Phillip Chambers
Language of Japan
An elegant paper and wood lamp

Fethi Meghelli
Chess Stories
This is an Intaglio-Type Original Etching, a limited edition, 16/64

Mansoora Hassan
Untitled
Monotype

Dorothy Powers
Orion's Belt
Acrylic on canvas

Carol Shaff
Untitled
Collograph

Ann Langdon
Planet B with Moon
Watercolor

Jay Bright
Baker's Dozen
Twelve signed post cards of paintings and pastels

Nancy Eisenfeld
Sea & Sand & Wave
A paint and paper creation

Paulette Rosen
Desk Boxes
Three lovely desk boxes made of binder's board and cloth

Kathy Kane
Yellow Mellow
Acrylic painting in a 10 x 13" frame

Eileen Eder
Still Life
An archival print

Meredith Miller
Untitled
Color print photograph

Ruth Sack
Purple Catalpa and Butterfly
Encaustic with leaf butterfly

Anne Schnepf
Symbiosis
Carborundum, print, oil on archess 88

Jennifer Davis
Fan
Abaca fiber handmade paper fan

Maura Galante
Untitled Reds
Recycled pieces of larger prints, found papers and other repurposed materials

Stephen Rodriguez
Carved Vase with Shino Glaze
Stoneware vase

Martha Savage
Provincetown Room
Gouache

Peter Craig
Blue
An archived ink jet photograph

Karen Rossi
Short Story
Create a three dimension "short story" for someone special in your life

JoAnn Savage
Notting Hill
Print

John and Cassidy Olson
Autumn Path
Digital color photograph

Jennifer Van Elswyk
Tableau Shift
Tri-color etching of three plates

Charles Jones
Carved Vase 
A wonderful addition to your decor

Susan Clinard
Torso Sketch
Terra cotta sculpture, with faux patina

Joyce Greenfield
PEI Afternoon (Prince Edward Island)
Oil painting

Ann Lehman
Le Petit Dejeuner
Lovely piece in metal

Judy Atlas
Take Me There
Watercolor

Scott Herman
Three Pieces of Pottery             

Helen Byler
The Red Bikini
Color laser print from an original oil panel

Mansoora Hassan
Untitled

Marilyn Braginsky
Metal Sculpture           
Unique abstract piece

Henry Lord
Chandler Farm, Wintertur, DE
Black and white photograph

Peonies - by Unknown Artist
This traditional still life is 18"x24" in a gold frame.
Donated by Susan and Steven B. Smith

Willard Price
Sand Painting

Peter Ziou
Untitled
Painting

Hanlyn Davies
Lattice/Shooting Star
Matted and framed color lithograph

Hayne Bayless
Platter and Set of Small Plates
Hand-built stoneware

Hayne Bayless
Sideways and Askew Table Lamp
Made of wire and nonprinted paper

Roberta Friedman
The Gates Redux
Framed and matted watercolor collage

Blinn Jacobs
Untitled
Print of drawing

 

FABULOUS DESTINATIONS

Cancun WestinCancun Westin Resort & Spa
Don't miss out on round-trip airfare for two and five nights at the Westin Resort & Spa in Cancun, Mexico.  Enjoy this 4-start resort anchoring the southern end of hotel row.  This property defies its distant location and resort orientation to be one of Cancun's top resorts.   This package includes round-trip coach class service for two from any American Airlines destination in the 48 contiguous United States or Canada to any American Airlines destination in Mexico subject to availability.  It is valid through December 15, 2008.

Round Trip to Vancouver and Victoria, Canada in Conde Nast Gold Hotels
Enjoy a total of seven nights in a Junior Suite (400-500 square feet) providing an oversize room with a well-defined seating area at your choice of these two properties.  Stay at both or pick your favorite one.  Your stay includes daily breakfast for two in the dining room.  These certificates can be redeemed with no blackout dates and will be accepted on any date that there is any availability for the room type purchased including holidays.  The certificates will be valid until May 17, 2009.  The package includes coach class airfare for 2 from any of the 48 states to Vancouver.  All travelers will have the option to fly on American Airlines.  Any airport departure or taxes are the responsibility of the winning bidder.  Ground transportation is not included in this package.

An Afternoon in the Country with the Icelandic Horses
Accompany Ann Lehman and her son Eric on the beautiful country trails of Bethany with their finest Icelandic horses for an afternoon of riding or petting.
Donated by Eric and Ann Lehman

Fabulous Weekend in the Hamptons
Spend a weekend at internationally recognized, New Haven born designer Jamie Drake's East Hampton home. Featured in numerous magazines, newspapers and TV shows, this glamorous country retreat can accommodate eight people in its four guest bedrooms. A housekeeper is included in the package. This home is available between May 18, 2008 and June 5, 2008 or after September 6, 2008 until the end of May 2009
Donated by Jamie Drake

Four Nights at The Ritz-Carlton, St Thomas
Don't miss out on an ocean view at the Ritz-Carlton!  This certificate includes room and tax, but excludes holidays.  It is valid between August 1st and October 31st and can be used in either 2008 or 2009.
Donated by The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas

A Week In Paris!
Come stay in a 2 room Paris apartment which sleeps 2 people comfortably and can accommodate 2 more on a convertible sofa.  It has an American kitchen, bathroom with laundry facilities, and is in an ideal location in Paris absolute center (Hôtel de Ville) and in the historical district of the "Marais."  Easy public transportation is available in all directions, and it is within walking distance of many historical sites.  Apartment is located on the fourth floor of an XVIIIth century building with plenty of light but NO elevator.  It is available September 1 through December 20, or March 1 through May 15.
Donated by Francoise Ehrmann

Boca Grande, Florida for One Week
Spend a week on Florida's Gasparilla Island in the charming village of Boca Grande.  Accommodations are a delightful cottage with 3 bedrooms and 2 baths.  You're a one minute walk from the Gulf of Mexico and a 2-3 minute drive from miles of gorgeous beaches.  This 6 night, 7 day package is to be used during the first 3 weeks of December, 2008.  Specific week will be determined by mutual agreement with owner after 6/15/08.
$2500
Donated by Ruth Lord

Bags -- check. Ticket -- check. Ride -- oops!
Round-Trip Sedan Service to Any NJ, NY, or CT Airport. Take full advantage of this round-trip Sedan service to any NJ, NY, or CT airport at anytime and save a little extra money for that next trip or souvenir. Don't worry; it's on Hy's Livery Service, tip included.
Donated by Hy’s Livery Service

Jeff  Sawdon CessnaA Bird's Eye View
Corporate pilot Jeff Sawdon will take you up in his private plane for a bird's eye view of New Haven and the coastline or your choice of trips such as an hour's ride to Block Island for lunch!
Donated by Jeff Sawdon

Writings on the Wall           
You and up to 3 friends can take a tour of Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art and see the 'Sol LeWitt: A Wall Drawing Retrospective', an astounding collaborative work by three institutions -- our very own Yale University Art Gallery, MASS MoCA, and Williams College Art Gallery. Good anytime for MASS MoCA tour or after November 16, 2008 when the Sol LeWitt exhibits opens. Must be claimed by May 1, 2009.
Donated by Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art

Two Tickets to the 2008 Celebration of Connecticut Farms
Get ready for a fun afternoon of fine Connecticut wines and food prepared by Connecticut's premier chefs using Connecticut grown products.  This event is co-hosted by Faith Middleton of WNPR's "Food Schmooze" and world renowned chef and artist Jacques Pepin.  It will be held in Roxbury, CT this year at Toplands Farm, which is also the location of Double-D Living History Farm with its famous collection of antique tractors.  Tickets must be used on Sunday, September 7, 2008.  Creative Arts Workshop will supply the Connecticut Farmland Trust with name(s) of the winner(s).  Tickets will be mailed at the end of August 2008.
Donated by Connecticut Farmland Trust

The Berkshires and Dancing For Two At Jacob's Pillow
Come enjoy this four bedroom house with deck overlooking miles of rolling Berkshire Hills in Becket, MA.  Swimming and boating are available on nearby Indian Lake.  The house is 10 minutes from Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival and 30 minutes from Tanglewood.  Use this house July 11, 12th, and 13, 2008 and use two tickets to enjoy a performance of Hofesh Schecter Company, from England (making their US Debut) or Natural Dance Theater with Ko and Edge Company (Japanese Company making their US Debut) at Jacob's Pillow.  This package also includes a Jacob's Pillow Limited Edition Paper Weight.
Donated by Linda and Robert Burt and Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival

MIND, BODY AND SOUL

Writing your first novel?           
Professional editor will spend one hour to read your manuscript and one hour to consult with you.  Use by September 1, 2008.
Donated by Deborah Tenney

William StyronSigned hardback edition of Lie Down in Darkness by William Styron
Donated by the Styron Family

3 Month Gift Certificate to In-Shape Fitness Center of North Haven
It's never too late to get 'In-Shape', ladies and gents. Get a healthy start or stay fit with a 3 month all inclusive gym membership to North Haven's In-Shape Fitness Center.
Donated by In-Shape Fitness Center

One Hour Consultation for Preservation and Conservation of Your Art Work
One hour of consultation with Patricia Sherwin Garland, Senior Conservator of the Yale University Art Gallery and conservator in private practice. Consultation must be used within one year of auction.
Donated by Patricia Sherwin Garland

November's Election: What Does It All Mean?
At a dinner for six, join Stephen Skowronek and David Mayhew, two of Yale's renowned Political Scientists, as they discuss post election and what it all means. In addition to dinner, the bidder will receive each of their work -- "The Politics Presidents Make: Leadership from John Adams to Bill Clinton" (Skowronek) and "Congress: The Electoral Connection" (Mayhew). Dinner date must be at a mutual time after November 4, 2008.
Donated by Stephen Skowronek, David Mayhew, Susan and Steven B. Smith

Ellen Pulleyblank Coffey's Blowing on Embers; a book of Styron essays, plus 4 $25 Gift Certificates to RJ Julia           
The Gift that keeps on Giving:  Start your Big Read off with Ellen Pulleyblank Coffey's Blowing on Embers  - Stories for Hard Times.  Also included is a book of Styron essays.  Then keep on going with your own purchases.
Donated by Ann Langdon

5 Copies of Seasoned By Salt: A Voyage in Search of The Caribbean and book chat with its authors
This is an out of print hardback edition, signed by both authors, recanting their story of high adventure on a year-long cruise from CT to the Caribbean and back. Included is one author event for five or more people including overview, readings, questions and answers, and general discussion. Event generally lasts 45 minutes to an hour; ideal for book club. The event must be held before the end of 2008 and include five or more people. Time to be negotiated; location to be determined by buyer within reasonable distance of New Haven.
Donated by Jerry L. Mashaw & Anne U. MacClintock

1 Hour Swedish Massage
Pamper yourself with one hour Swedish massage at this delightful New England resort housed in a 19th century Victorian mansion.
Donated by By The Sea Inn and Spa

Manicure and Haircut Courtesy of Christopher's Salon
Every woman [or man] deserves to feel fabulous! Why not take a load off and let Christopher's Salon pamper you for the day? Perfect gift for Mother's Day, a special occasion, or just because; must be used within 3 months.
Donated by Christopher’s Salon

Gift Certificate for 5 Classes to Fresh Yoga includes yoga mat, bag, t-shirt, and water bottle
Relax your mind and release yourself into a blended union of spirits when you receive a gift certificate for 5 classes at Fresh Yoga. Your gift includes yoga mat, bag, t-shirt, water bottle, and a warm welcome. Namaste.
Donated by Fresh Yoga LLC

Coming of Age for Kitty           
Old Saybrook Veterinary office will perform a hysterectomy on one medically eligible cat.  Vaccines will also be updated.  Must be used before December 31, 2008.
Donated by Dr. Dianne Adams

Game, Set, Match!           
Ace your opponent when you join USPTA Master Professional Jim Cole on the courts of New Haven Lawn Club.  In a one hour session, Jim Cole will assist you with your backhand, forehand, and serve, and prepare you for those unexpected drop shots.  Lesson must be used by September 30, 2008.
Donated by Jim Cole

Guided Tour of Yale Art Gallery and Lunch           
Come for a private tour of the Yale University Art Gallery and lunch for 6 at the Union League Cafe.  The tour will be hosted by Jock Reynolds, the Henry J. Heinz II Director of the University Art Gallery.  Three Yale University Art Gallery Publications are included.
Donated by Jock Reynolds

Photography Instruction or Critique
One very full hour in individual instruction and/or critique of photographic work, either darkroom or digital, with CAW Faculty member Phyllis Crowley.  Phyllis received her BA from Vassar College and was the 1999 and 1995 Artist Fellowship Award recipient from the Connecticut Commission on the Arts.  She teaches at Norwalk Community College and the University of Bridgeport and exhibits nationally.
Donated by Phyllis Crowley

Calligraphy Envelope Addressing           
Are you planning a wedding, anniversary party or special event?  Make the invitations really stand out by having the envelopes addressed in formal calligraphy (copperplate script or italic).  Limit 200, to be completed on a mutually acceptable time table.
Donated by Martha German

TICKETS TO….

Lawn Passes to Tanglewood
Take your friends to Tanglewood!  Enjoy four single-concert lawn passes for use during the 2008 Tanglewood season.  Note these passes are not valid for Popular Artists, Tanglewood on Parade, Tanglewood Music Center or Jazz Festival concerts.
Donated by Boston Symphony Orchestra

2 Subscriptions to Norfolk Summer Chamber Music Festival in CT
The Yale Summer School of Music invites you and a friend to the 2008 Norfolk Chamber Music Festival in Norfolk, CT. One pair of "Pick 5 Subscription Tickets" is your pass to absorb the ambience of life and sounds in the radiant tune of summer.
Donated by Yale Summer School of Music

Start The Show!
Make any night of the week a theatrical event with a guest at Long Wharf Theatre. Two tickets grant you and your guest access to any two main stage show's opening night. Tickets must be reserved two weeks in advance of performance through '08-'09 season.
Donated by Long Wharf Theater

A Summer in One Basket
Your Arts & Ideas Festival basket includes 2 T-shirts, 2 hats, 4 VIP passes for the events on The New Haven Green, and 2 tickets EACH for the following: The Burial of Thebes, Denyce Graves, Viijay Lyer Quartet, and Siren. New Haven's own International Festival of Arts & Ideas features the best the world has to offer in the realm of music, theater, and dance.
Donated by the International Festival of Arts & Ideas

Opening Night at the New Haven Symphony           
Four tickets to the New Haven Symphony Orchestra's "Opening Night 115!", the season premiere of NHSO's 115 anniversary season on Thursday, September 18, 2008 at the Shubert Theater at 7:30 pm PLUS four tickets to "Sinatra Serenade," opening night of the NHSO Pops at the Shubert Theater on Friday, September 26, 2008 at 7:30 pm.   Tickets must be used on stated dates; winning bidder may present certificate to the Shubert Box Office after September 1, 2008 to claim tickets.

DINING OUT, SHOPPING AND MORE…

Country Kitchen Work Table and Cherry Octagon Pedestal
The kitchen work table has an ash top and painted wood base.   The top is coated with a food safe finish.  The cherry wood octagon pedestal is stained blue and engraved with a blue heron on the top. 
Donated by Accolade Furniture

Gift Certificate to Flirt
Enjoy this fun and eclectic ladies boutique with hip clothing for all ages!
Donated by Flirt

Shopping in Branford
Enjoy shopping in charming Branford town center at Ella Where She Shops, Possessions, and Sound Runner with $50 gift cards from each store.
Donated by Ella Where She Shops, Possessions and Sound Runner

Gift Certificate to Ensons Gentleman's Fashions
An early Father's Day $100 gift certificate at one of New Haven's finest men's clothing stores. Shop 'til you drop!
Donated by Ensons Gentleman's Fashions

Bag of "Favorites"
Get a little more personal and sample some of Trader Joe's "Favorites".
Donated by Trader Joe’s, Orange , CT

Two Linzer Tortes
Have your cake and eat it TWO - one torte to take home and the second made for you upon request with two weeks advanced notice (before the end of 2008).
Donated by Grace Bright

Hand Knotted Prayer Rug from Kabul, Afghanistan           
This fine prayer rug, in red, indigo, and ivory is made by a Hazara family from Kabul using handspun vegetable dyed mountain wool.  It measures 5' x 6.6".
Donated by Kebabian's Oriental Rugs  

Stay 'Green' and Eat Green           
What could be better than a $100 Gift Certificate to White Gate Farm of East Lyme, CT for organic produce and/or flowers?  May be redeemed Wednesdays 12 to 7 and Saturday's 9 to 4 in 2008.  To see what's in season, visit whitegatefarm.net or call Pauline Lord at (860) 739-9585.
Donated by White Gate Farm
Donated by White Gate Farm  

Salsa at Moe's           
Take advantage of Whitney Avenue's newest restaurant!  Come for 2 entrees with chips and salsa and 2 large drinks.  Certificate can be redeemed at either lunch or dinner by July 12, 2008.
Donated by Moe's Southwest Grill 

Sunday Brunch At Pacifico           
Come to Pacifico and enjoy Sunday Brunch and Latin-influenced cuisine by renowned chef, teacher and cookbook author Rafael Palomino.  This gift certificate for four includes one complimentary mimosa per person.  Must be used on Sunday Brunch only and does not include additional alcohol or gratuity.
Donated by Pacifico Restaurant

Gift Certificates to Jet Cleaners
This gift certificate can be used on any cleaning service. Great for spring cleaners!
Donated by Mike Amore