As our semester-long collaboration with BICAS comes to a close I am amazed at success of their 16th Annual Art Auction. It was an immense pleasure working alongside such a talented group of university students and BICAS staff, and I cannot begin to thank everybody enough for the experience. The process of this partnership ended up being as exciting and rewarding as the actual event, and I am proud of the contributions from my group and the entire class.
I was there to assist at noon on Saturday, December 3rd for the 'preview party.' I wasn't assigned to one specific task, but instead I shifted to wherever my help was needed the most in any given moment. As a result of this dynamic, I was able to experience a variety of art auction preparations and responsibilities; which included: organization of merchandise, labeling of merchandise, street sign placement, establishing and blocking off hazardous portions of the property etc.
The acrobatic, comedic and musical performances both nights were lovely; and the food was delicious! Although this may seem like a minute detail for some, the fact that the food was labeled 'vegan, gluten free, vegetarian' etc. was so helpful and considerate, especially coming from somebody who is allergic to gluten. I also have a passion (complete understatement) for local, organic and sustainable food and was beyond thrilled to hear that the ingredients for the dishes were provided by the Food Conspiracy Coop and Sleeping Frog Farms! I have strong ties with both.
Ultimately, a University of Arizona professor took home my group's community-based, bottle cap project for $50! I'm so excited to know its making its home on our campus.
I'm so thankful for community programs such as these, and that Tucsonans are as supportive and willing to raise awareness by either donating artwork, volunteering for the auction, buying auction pieces, or working behind-the-scenes etc. I plan on continuing my friendship with BICAS and cannot wait for next year's art auction! Thanks again to everybody!
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