Anderson Ranch Arts Center 2013 Annual Report | Page 16

In order for Anderson Ranch to continue to provide quality educational and artistic programming, special events are held throughout the year to help raise necessary funds to support these efforts. Events also serve as an opportunity for students, artists, faculty, staff and many other friends and supporters of the Ranch to come together to engage in lively conversation, experience artwork created at the Ranch and simply have a wonderful time. The Spring and Holiday Open Houses, Monothon, Recognition Dinner and Annual Art Auction & Community Picnic are enjoyed by a growing Ranch family. 14 AndersonRanch arts center Special Events SPECIAL EVENTS MONOTHON LUNCHTIME AUCTIONETTES Our fifth annual Monothon took place on March 19, 2013 and was attended by a full house of art lovers, particularly those who support the Print Program at Anderson Ranch. The Monothon featured one-of-a-kind works of art printed in Anderson Ranch’s print studio specifically for this event. Participating artists work in the Ranch’s print shop for one day, after which they contribute one of their works of art to the Monothon. The 2013 Monothon featured prints by Tyler Beard, Dick Carter, K Cesark, Will Dix, Jennifer Ghormley, Jean Gumpper, Devin Kovach, Hiroki Morinoue, Johanna Mueller, Jenene Nagy, Ashley Nason, Trace Nichols, Aspen Elementary School (first Fridays at Anderson Ranch are a fun day for students on campus, as well as art lovers throughout the Roaring Fork Valley. For just $10, guests enjoy a delicious barbeque lunch (complete with an ice cream sundae bar), followed by a “mini” auction, with the opportunity to bid on a selection of artwork donated by students, guest faculty, staff and other artists who support the Ranch. It’s a unique opportunity to buy fresh artwork from top name faculty and inspired staff and students. grade class) and David Stassi.