Pilchuck Auction 2011
November 15, 2011
By K. Leah Duperreault
Friday October 14, 2011 marked Pilchuck’s 33rd annual auction and I was lucky enough to be able to attend.
Pilchuck Auction Westin Hotel, 2011, K. Leah Duperreault
A big part of the auction are the centerpieces which are created by the Poleturners Union, Local 1201. Poleturners are an international group of volunteer glass artists who gather at Pilchuck in May every year to create the centerpieces that are on each table and are available to be bid on at the auction in October. Being a member of Local 1201 myself, as well as a contributing artist, it was very special to be a part of the creation of the centerpieces and then to see them displayed so brilliantly in the Westin Hotel, downtown Seattle where the auction is held.
Contributing Artist tag, K. Leah Duperreault
It is an amazing night that always goes by too fast, in a whirlwind of glass, food and beautifully dressed people.
View of Silent Auction from table 18, K. Leah DuperreaultSorbet, K. Leah Duperreault
If you’ve never been to Pilchuck or attended the auction I really encourage you to go. There is something very special about Pilchuck; you can feel it the moment that you first arrive on campus. Donating a piece to the auction or volunteering your time both help to ensure that Pilchuck will be around for many more years to come.
Me & Dale Chihuly! K. Leah Duperreault
