An Amazing Night

Last Friday, you helped us in making our annual event the most successful to date.  We raised just under $30,000 to support Ryther and future WPIG charities.  We were truly blown away by the support and so grateful to all those who attended, donated, volunteered, and pitched-in in so many different ways. 

Thank you.   

The day began early as WPIG members gathered to start setting up at the Fremont Abby

  

WPIG members Tanya, Jenna, and Alisha set up the Ryther children's art table.

Do you think WPIG supporter Matt Morgan is happy with the art he won by WPIG member/artist Teri Foehl?

Artist/donor Jessica Oldwyn and husband Danny.

Volunteer bartender extraordinaire, Eric Krieger!

WPIG members Ronke and Reeni

WPIG member Becca Hardy did a fantastic job in leading "Raise the Paddle!"

Ryther Executive Director/CEO, Lee Grogg

Thank you to everyone who attended - Can you find yourself!?

WPIG members with Ryther staff members Lee Grogg - Executive Director/CEO, Robin Bennett - Development Director, and Clay Thompson - Development Associate

Auction Sneak Peek #32 - That's All Folks!

Over the past few weeks we've showcased some of the amazing art & goods that will be available at our auction, TOMORROW.  It has been a joy to introduce you to some of our amazing supporters and donors.  AND, there is so much more to see at the auction!  So looking forward to seeing you there. 

And without further ado, we have one last donor we'd like you to meet, Andy Patchin! 

You may know Andy as the creator of this...

He designed our logo! 

Andy has donated the following photographs to the auction: 

12” x 18” photograph taken in La Parva, Chile looking back at Santiago. The city of Santiago is below the clouds.

12” x 18” photograph taken at 3 am looking at Las Lenas, Argentina.  (Sorry, you will have to come to the auction to see this one, and it's awesome!)

Andy is also the design guru at Folsom Custom Skis, which is donating some wall art skis!  Please learn more about this cool business here! 

Auction Sneak Peek #31 - T-2days!

We are a mere 48 hoursish away from the big day!  Here are a few more of the pieces that will be available at the auction on Friday: 

 

Anette Lusher

 

Framed Photography $180.00

Title: "International Trashcans"

Woodframe 16"x 22"

"Determination"
Acrylic/Mixed Media on Gallery Wrapped Canvas
24"x 8"
$ 280.00

"My work attempts to interpret and explore the central issues of abstract, non-objective forms, and how color can emphasize, direct, interpret, or even re-direct their original shape."  - Anette Lusher

Dennis Mullen is one of the rare breeds of glass artists that produce magnificent contemporary works of art along with wonderful utilitarian more traditional glass art. Mullen was one of the exceptional artists that were chosen to produce the ornaments for the Blue Room Christmas tree in the White House. He has also been commissioned to produce various other pieces of public art.

Dennis has donated this incredible glass vase:

 

See more from Dennis, here. 

Annie G Photography has donated a one hour photography session – maternity, engagement, family, baby – you name it she does it! This must be used within 1 year at an agreed upon location around Seattle area

FMV $300

Please visit Annie's site here.  

Quick Note About Friday!

Just 3 days until our art auction, we are psyched and know it's going to be a great time! 

We are ready to party and we hope you are too - in fact, your first two drinks are on us!  Please remember to bring some cash to donate for additional drinks.  See you Friday!