JACKSON HOLE, WYO – Community Entry Services (CES) hosted “The Art of Love” third annual plate auction, on Thursday, October 11 at Center for the Arts. The event was another night to remember, raising an impressive $100,000 to support adults with disabilities in Teton County.
The glamorous evening featured Jackson’s most renowned artists donating their time and talent to create one of a kind masterpieces adorned on ceramic plates hand thrown by ceramist Sam Dowd. High school students, CES clients and notable artists from around the country joined in the creative process to add an eclectic mix of art to appeal to every buyer and budget.
The mood was set by DJ ERA who played a mix of Motown’s top hits while choreographed Dancer’s Workshop performers got the crowd in the groove while dancing atop lighted pedestals. CWC culinary students circled the crowd with delicious passed plates while guests sipped on specialty cocktails provided by Grand Teton Distillery and spirits from The Liquor Store of Jackson Hole.
Master of ceremony Jeff Moran took partygoers on a tour of the evening while setting the stage for an exciting live and silent auction.
After a heartfelt speech by CES participant Gary Endecott, auctioneer Ken Chambers had the crowd on their feet and battling for bids. Carrie Wild’s plate sold for a stunning $8,750, Kathryn Mapes Turner’s for $7,000 and Anika Youcha’s for $6,000.
CES wished a big thanks to title sponsor Engel and Volkers Jackson Hole, as well as gold sponsors First Western Trust, Shaw Construction and Hughes Charitable Foundation.
The event would also not be possible without silver sponsors Willow Street Group, Big R Ranch and Home, Prugh Real Estate, The NeVille Group, Bank of Jackson Hole, Kismet Rug Gallery, StillWest Brewery and Grill, Emily Fitzgerald Designs, Taylor Glenn Photographer, Nest, Rocky Mountain Yeti.
Bronze sponsors included Forsyth and Brown, Tayloe Piggott Gallery, Animal Care Clinic, Rudd and Company, Long, Reimer, Winegar, Beppler and Rocky Mountain Bank.
CES wished a very special thanks to Senator Randolph and Robyne Townsend as well.
