Craig Ford’s Fine-Art Blog

After I graduated in 1984, my first studio space to paint in was in the basement of the Quinlan Visual Arts Center. So every year I try to have some of my artwork to offer in their Gala fundraiser. This year I have two 30″x 30″ mixed media pieces: “Ambitious Nature” and “Lavender”.

THE QUINLAN 47th GALA is the Quinlan’s PRIMARY and SIGNATURE fundraiser and the most anticipated cultural event in the area. Like last year, Quinlan GALA is going hybrid! This means, we will offer virtual AND live participation. In 2021, the pandemic forced a virtual GALA. This proved to be an opportunity to reach a larger and geographically diverse audience. Our silent auction will now be offered in-person and virtually, while our live auction will be held in-house (for ticket holders only). Technology allows smaller arts institutions, such as the Quinlan, an equalizing factor against the larger, better-funded ones. Physical space is no longer a limitation. ALL ARTWORK will be on display at the Quinlan for GALA even though the Silent Auction is virtual.

GALA Exhibition Preview Night | Thurs, Feb. 27th, 5:30PM
Open to the Public | Silent Auction Opens Online

47th Annual GALA – Fine Art Auction Night | Sat, March 1st, 6:30 PM
Tickets Required, 6:30 PM Black-Tie

Quinlan Visual Arts Center | 514 Green Street, Gainesville, GA 30501
http://www.quinlanartscenter.org