THE HAMBIDGE CENTER ANNOUNCES ITS 29TH ANNUAL HAMBIDGE ART AUCTION AND MASQUERADE
Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 9/20/24
Hosted on Oct. 26 at Uptown Atlanta, the art auction benefits Hambidge’s creative residency program, supporting 160+ artists, writers, musicians, dancers and chefs each year
The 29th Annual Hambidge Art Auction + Masquerade will take place on Oct. 26, from 7 to 10 p.m., in the Atrium at Uptown Atlanta, the vibrant mixed-use community surrounding the Lindbergh MARTA station. We invite everyone to enjoy an evening of creative glamor at Atlanta’s most-talked-about art event, surrounded by incredible artwork and unique performances.
This year’s Masquerade will feature a dazzling parade of creative masks and inspired attire, in addition to feet-moving, soul-stirring performances, including an on-site installation by Shanequa Gay; a movement performance by Jimmy Joyner; spirited New Orleans second line music by Groovemasters Brass Band; and rhythms & chants by Thump.
The online Silent Auction features over 200 works by emerging and established artists from across the U.S., including—Marina Abramović, Lonnie Holly and Michi Meko. To kick-start your art collection (and score some great deals), there will be over two hundred $100 fixed-price works of art up for grabs. To preview and bid on the artwork, and/or to buy tickets, visit HambidgeAuction.org, Oct. 12 through Oct. 26, 10 p.m.
The artwork will be available to view in person by appointment Oct. 13 through 26 (sign up at HambidgeAuction.org), with a public Opening Artist Reception on Thursday, Oct. 17, from 6 to 8:30 p.m. VIP benefits include access to the VIP lounge, early online access to the $100 Works of Art section, exclusive VIP events like the VIP Party on Oct. 24, and much more! The Art Auction proceeds benefit Hambidge’s creative residency program which hosts 160+ talented artists, writers, musicians, dancers and chefs each year. In addition to providing operating funds, the Auction directly supports participating artists with up to 40% of auction sales.
In preparation for the Masquerade, Hambidge is exploring the many ways to create a mask by hosting a series of FREE artist-led Mask-Making Fun Labs around Atlanta. Choose one and sign up at www.HambdigeAuction.org.
Mask-Making Fun Labs include:
Thursday, Sept. 26, 6-8pm
at Teller Productions, led by Scottie Rowell
Tuesday, Oct. 1, 1-3pm
at Bella Cucina in Buckhead, led by Dayna Thacker & Susan Ker-Seymer
Thursday, Oct. 3, 6-8pm
at Uptown Atlanta during Music on Main; in conjunction with the Creator Summit hosted by Ghost and Skillshot
Wednesday, Oct. 9, 6-8pm
At Whoopsies, led by George Long and PhaeMonae
Thursday, Oct. 10, 6-8pm
at The Temporary Atlanta Biennial in the Old Fourth Ward, led by Jamie Badoud & Hambidge Fellow Friends
Saturday, Oct. 19, 1-2:30pm
at The Goat Farm on the Westside, led by Sachi Rome
Brief Event Schedule
Saturday, Oct. 12 – Online Auction Begins; Register for FREE at HambidgeAuction.org
Thursday, Oct. 17, 6-8:30PM – Opening Reception, FREE to attend; Register at HambidgeAuction.org
Thursday, Oct. 24, 6-9PM – VIP Party honoring Camille Love; open to Patrons, Sponsors, and VIP Artists
Oct. 13-26, 10AM-4PM – FREE in-person artwork viewing by appointment; sign up at HambidgeAuction.org
Saturday, Oct. 26, 6-10PM – Art Auction + Masquerade
6PM VIP Cocktail Hour; open to Patrons, Sponsors, and VIP Artists only
7PM Doors open for ticketed guests
7PM $100 Buy-It-Now Artwork is available online
7-10PM Masquerade – ticketed event
10PM Bidding ends
LOCATION All Auction & Masquerade events take place in the Atrium at Uptown, 575 Morosgo Dr NE, Atlanta, Georgia 30324
VIP TICKETS (LIMITED AVAILABILITY) – Various levels starting at $400
ADVANCE TICKETS $60 per person – $80 limited tickets at the door
LEARN MORE, BUY TICKETS, PREVIEW & BID ON ARTWORK – www.HambidgeAuction.org
