8x8 art auction & FUNDRAISER
OctobeR 2nd - 26th, 2024
Reception October 11th, 5 pm-7 pm
Online Auction Opens Sunday, October 6 at 9:00am and Closes Sunday, October 13 at 5:00pm.
Purchased pieces must be picked up by between Tuesday, October 15 and Saturday, October 26 at 4:00pm.
Bidding for the 2024 8x8 auction is live!
We are excited to present our 2024 Annual 8 x 8 Art Auction and Fundraiser, featuring artwork created by local artists in our community. We will again host an in-person reception and live online auction. All artwork will be featured in the Crossing Arts gallery starting Wednesday, October 2 through Saturday, October 12. Pieces can then be picked up by winning bidders once the online auction ends.
Join us at Crossing Arts on Friday, October 11th, for a reception and viewing of all the 8x8 artworks up for active online bidding. This event will take place in the gallery from 5:00 - 7:00pm. Beverages and light refreshments will be served. Many thanks to our artists, volunteers, members, and community members who make this fundraiser an enjoyable and successful event.
All proceeds from this fundraiser will benefit Crossing Arts’ ongoing arts programming in the Brainerd Lakes Area. We thank you in advance for your continued support and participation!
become a contributing artist
Want to contribute art to our 8x8 Art Auction? We provide the canvas, so stop by to pick one up, add your creative talents, and return it to us by the deadline. Your name will be listed alongside the piece and listed in our Quarterly Newsletter, and you will earn our undying gratitude and admiration. Click here for the downloadable entry paperwork, then bring it in to Crossing Arts to pick up your canvas!
become a reception sponsor
The funds raised at our 8x8 Art Auction and Reception help to support our programs by buying arts supplies for children, making exhibit opportunities available for area artists, and learning opportunities for all skill levels and ages. As a sponsor, you will enjoy many benefits such as recognition at the event and via our social media channels. Contact us for more information.
