Reception & Auction, November 30, 2012

One-of-a-kind art on display at the Forces of Nature Art Exhibit will be put up for sale, beginning with a special live and silent auction the evening of Friday, November 30, from 6 to 9 p.m. in Ayres Hall. A reception begins at 6pm; the live auction at 8pm.  Arboretum members $15; non-members $20.  For reservation, please call 626.821.3237.

Gonzalo Algarate’s work on the left.

The artists and artisans, who created the art from fallen trees, have generously donated their work to help raise funds for the next generation of trees to replace the 235 trees toppled by a windstorm  last December. 

Wood sculpture, right, by Ramon Rodriguez

A portion of the proceeds from the auction will benefit  the Arboretum Tree Fund. Tickets for the reception and auction are $15 for Arboretum members; $20 for non-members. For reservations, please call 626.821.3237.

Turned vessel, left, by Bill Haskell