Artfest of Henderson, 2008 Silent Auction

ArtFest™ of Henderson
Silent Auction 2008

Venus Brightstar	Mary Hamilton
Louis Cantillo	Leslie Hawkins
City Center Cafe & Grille	Mad Science
Andrea Frost	Deborah Mays
Joe Goldblatt

Holiday Inn Express, Host Hotel ArtFest of Henderson

Silence is Golden
for Library Arts Program

The Silent Auction at the ArtFest™ of Henderson reflects a history of co-sponsored events and projects between the Henderson District Public Libraries (HDPL) and the City of Henderson. The HDPL and the City of Henderson, Cultural Arts & Tourism Department share the goals of providing arts, culture, literacy and entertainment to the citizens of Henderson and the Las Vegas Valley. ArtFest™ of Henderson’s Silent Auction provides another perfect opportunity for the City and the library, working together, to accomplish these goals.

Support art in libraries by visiting the big white tent at the Henderson Events Plaza and bidding on your favorite items. Choose from signature keepsake jewelry, beautiful home décor, a Mad Science birthday party and much more.Here is what the Silent Auction Artists has to offer in 2008. You can be the first to bid on some signature keepsake jewelry, with a Horse Pendant from Andrea Frost, a Necklace Pendant from Masahi Shito, and even leather jewelry by Barbara Earhart. For the home there are a set of wine bottle and wine glass coasters from Sonie Lee Pacheco, dip mixes from Coyote Country Seasoning, and garlic seasonings from Garlic Festival Food. For the little mad scientist in your family, you can bid on a gift certificate for a birthday party from Mad Science.
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Artisans who offer their works for the Silent Auction will be featured here. Check back between now and the festival to get a first peak at what is available in the Silent Auction for 2008.

Butterfly Transformation Shawl

Venus Brightstar

The Butterfly Transformation Shawl

This shawl comes in three different versions
"Red Clay People" buttons
Embellished with an Assortment of Stones or

A Variety of SeashellsCan be worn eight or more waysColors are:

Black, Lime Green, Red, Tan (Buckskin), Turquoise, Chocolate, Teal,
Lavender, Rose, Magenta, & Beige.

For more information on Venus Brightstar visit www.venusbrightstar.com

Wallflowers, Photography by Louis Cantillo

Colored photography on canvas, 40"x60"

Louis Cantillo
Photography

Born in Caracas, Venezuela, Louis became interested in photography at an early age. An Arizona resident since 1991, Louis was drawn to the southwest by its rugged diversity and many challenges for the serious photographer. Louis W. Cantillo is best known for his colorful landscape photography and his collection of doors and windows of the southwest.

For more information on Louis Cantillo visit our online art gallery or visit www.louiscantillo.com

City Center Cafe & Grille
Four $25 Gift Certificates

303 Water Street, Suite 130, Henderson, Nevada 89015. On The Corner of Water & Basic in Beautiful Downtown Henderson
The Restaurant is Available for Catering, Special Events and Private Parties
Our chef is always working on some exceptional culinary delights that are sure to please.
For details, visit www.citycenter-cafegrille.com

Mustang, by Dichrois Glass Artist Andrea Frost

"Mustang Monsoon" Glass and Silver Mustang Pendant by Andrea Frost
valued at $ 65.00

Andrea Frost
Dichroic Glass Jewelry

"Rabbits and Rainbows by Andrea"
The vehicle for the artistic expressions of Andrea Frost

Find out more about Andrea Frost and her dichroic glass jewelry in our online art gallery, or visit www.rabbitsandrainbows.com

Joe Goldblatt, Bone Appetit Gourmet Dog Treats

Basket of Gourmet Dog Treats. ~~ valued at $ 40.00

Joe Goldblatt
Bone Appetit

"We opened Bone Appetit in October of 1999, to provide dog and cat lovers everywhere with healthy food items and a unique assortment of products. You may order our specialty food or gift items off of our web site with complete assurance that they will be packed and delivered with care.

Find out more about Joe Goldblatt and Bone Appetit at www.azboneappetit.com

Black Swan Designs, Mary Hamilton Jewelry

"Topaz Afternoon," necklace with glass pendant.
~~ valued at $ 85.00

Mary Hamilton
Jewelry

The Black Swan is elegant and graceful while at the same time a bit unusual. That is why I chose it to represent my designs. Every piece is unique and never duplicated. I work with stones and minerals in their natural state. Designs containing natural materials are backed with glove leather. This prevents snags or marks on your clothing, and feels smooth and soft on your skin.

Some of my favorite stones are: Amethyst, Quartz
Crystal, (in many different colors), Citrine, Turquoise, Hematite, and Onyx. Since we all have different tastes, I try to design a wide variety of lengths and sizes for my necklaces and earrings. You can choose from a variety of materials ranging from gold to silver, semi-precious bead strands, or precious metal beads in all sizes.

I can custom make all my designs to your specifications. Let me know your preference for color, length, weight and whether you prefer gold or silver. For example: a vintage Victorian look with black annealed wire; a southwestern look with turquoise chunks and "liquid silver" beads. Reach me online at www.hamiltonjewelry.com.

Hand Dyed and Hand Painted T-Shirt
valued at $ 49.00

Leslie Hawkins
Expressions by Leslie

It seems Leslie has either been drawing, painting, or sculpting all of her life! Since she was in grade school, she has always had a love for art, and for creating it. In high school she took as many drawing and painting classes as were offered, and also entered and placed in several local juried art shows.

While at the Univ. of Nevada, Las Vegas, she received an award for a watercolor painting done in watercolor and designers gouache. She also had a feature article written about her ceramic sculpture in the Las Vegas Review Journal, and sold her sculpture at a Las Vegas Gallery. Leslie also donated a piece to be auctioned at a benefit for The Lied Discovery Museum for Children. Several years ago she taught fabric painting classes at a local art and craft supply store as well as after school art classes for children.

Now she devotes all of her time to creating unique clothing that is both fun and functional. She uses her love of art to "express" herself, and is gratified by the compliments and testimonials of the loyal clientele who seek out her work. Reach Leslie online at www.expressionsbyleslie.com.

Bid to win a Mad Science Birthday Party!
~~ Valued at $195.00

Mad Science
Birthday Party

The mad scientists offer fun, interactive, and educational activities that instill a clearer understanding of science and how it affects the world around us. Bid to win a Mad Science birthday party. For more information visit www.madsciencelv.com

Cactus at Red Rock, Framed Photograph
~~ Valued at $50.00

Deborah Mays
Photography

I was raised in rural New York and became interested in painting and photography in my early teens. I now live in Nevada where I continue to develop my passion for photography and painting.

Photography plays a significant role in the development of ideas for my new paintings. I am attracted to lines, patterns and bright colors as well as complementary colors, warms against cools, and lights against darks. Photography allows me to capture the sense of the moment, sight, sound and smell of a particular situation. Photographs from a vacation, holiday, or just ordinary situations allow me to capture the spirit of the moment and are often used as resources for new paintings done in oils, watercolors or acrylics.

Learn more about Deboray Mays Photography and Painging at deboraymaysfineart.com

ArtFest™ of HendersonSilent Auction 2008

ArtFest™ of Henderson
Silent Auction 2008