$50 pays for supplies for a workshop for older adults from St. Francis Home

$100 covers the award prize for one award-winning young artist in our annual Scholastic Art + Writing Awards

$250 pays for one arts workshop for the 16 girls and 16 women in our Make Space mentoring program

$500 pays for one full-week scholarship to our ArtVenture summer camp for a community partner

$1,000 funds seven RPS middle school students to attend an 8-week Art After School class

$2,500 pays for a year of multimedia workshops for Veterans at the Richmond VA Medical Center

$5,000 covers one year of weekly classes for adults with disabilities through our partnership with Sheltering Arms Rehabilitation Center.

All Angel Gifts are 100% tax deductible.

After making your donation, please click "Pay" and select "Click Here to Pay" to finalize your payment! You will receive a confirmation email once the payment is processed.

Consider making a donation to the Visual Arts Center of Richmond in honor of this year's Distinguished Service Award recipient, Stephanie McGrath. The Distinguished Service Award recognizes a longtime friend of VisArts who has demonstrated a sustained and extraordinary commitment to the organization. All donations are 100% tax deductible.

After making your donation, please click "Pay" and select "Click Here to Pay" to finalize your payment. You will receive a confirmation email once the payment is processed.

Consider making a donation to the Visual Arts Center of Richmond in honor of this year's Shelly Shepherd Master Teacher Award recipient, Lauri Jenkins. The Shelly Shepherd Master Teacher Award goes to an instructor each year who exemplifies the organization's mission through their excellence, creativity and dedication to their students. All donations are 100% tax deductible.

After making your donation, please click "Pay" and select "Click Here to Pay" to finalize your payment. You will receive a confirmation email once the payment is processed.

Buy your tickets for the chance to win two amazing prizes!

Item #1: Print Portfolio Basket - Build an instant art collection with a selection of prints from some of our favorite local artists. This collection includes lithographs, screenprints, photographs, giclee print reproductions and more. Contributing artists include Laurie Carnohan, Laura Loe, Em White, Oura Sananikone, Emma Knight, Barbara Tisserat (courtesy of Studio Two Three), Casha Stempniewicz, Jordan, Brown, Mary Holland, Alex Neckopoulos, Alyssa Salomon, Tim Skirven, Dennis Winston, Amelia Rafle, IBe' Crawley and others.

Item #2: Wine Basket - Win a basket filled with more than 50 bottles of wine valued at over $1,500!

We will announce the winner of each prize at the end of the Live Auction on Saturday, May 11th.

Buy your tickets for the chance to win two amazing prizes!

Item #1: Print Portfolio Basket - Build an instant art collection with a selection of prints from some of our favorite local artists. This collection includes lithographs, screenprints, photographs, giclee print reproductions and more. Contributing artists include Laurie Carnohan, Laura Loe, Em White, Oura Sananikone, Emma Knight, Barbara Tisserat (courtesy of Studio Two Three), Casha Stempniewicz, Jordan, Brown, Mary Holland, Alex Neckopoulos, Alyssa Salomon, Tim Skirven, Dennis Winston, Amelia Rafle, IBe' Crawley and others.

Item #2: Wine Basket - Win a basket filled with more than 50 bottles of wine valued at over $1,500!

We will announce the winner of each prize at the end of the Live Auction on Saturday, May 11th.

Mr. T.J. Dingle at Longstreet's Deli

Archival pigment print

12 x 18 in.

Guest curated by Sally Kemp.

Courtesy of the artist.

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Bronze, vintage rhinestone, LED lighting components

Guest curated by Maggie Smith.

Courtesy of the artist.

Strange Plants, Kyiv

Embroidery on found photograph

11 x 14 in. framed

Courtesy of the artist.

BLACKTIVISTS: Emma Azalia Smith Hackley (1867-1922) and Elizabeth Carter Brooks (1867-1951)

Silkscreen print

22 x 30 in.

Courtesy of the artist.

Nerekomi Platter

Porcelain

11 x 11 x 3 in.

Courtesy of the artist.

Beyond The Horizon

Solid wood, high performance concrete

45 x 15 x 3 in.

Guest curated by Whitney Cole

Courtesy of the artist.

Special thanks to the artist for this 100% donation.

Morning Tree

watercolor on paper

21 x 29 inches

Courtesy of Edmond Worthington

Special thanks for this 100% donation.

Early Morning Fog

Mixed media on canvas

36 x 36 in.

Courtesy of the artist.

You Stand And Watch As They Swallow Me Whole

Screenprint/monoprint on paper

14 x 22 in.

Courtesy of the artist.

Special thanks to the artist for this 100% donation.

Connect the Dots: 4265

Archival ink on paper

23.5 x 22 in.

Guest curated by Asa Jackson.

Courtesy of Page Bond Gallery.

Vulcan #1 (Fire)

Fleece, wool, cotton, silk, polyester, thread

10 x 12 in.

Courtesy of the artist.

Boxwood Drawing I

pressed boxwood leaves on handmade paper

24 x 18 inches

Courtesy of the Artist.

Maymont

Mixed media

40 x 32 in.

Courtesy of the Quirk Gallery.

Special thanks to the artist for this 100% donation.

Intersect 77

Airbrushed latex and tinted resin on clayboard

30 x 30 in.

Guest curated by Caroline Wright.

Courtesy of the artist.

Hand forged sconces

Mild steel

26 x 3 x 4 in.

Courtesy of the Jaime Pelissier/Pelissier Galleries.

Corsage Brooch, Poppy

Brass, powder coat, steel

3.75 x 3.5 x 2.25 in.

Courtesy of the artist.

Special thanks to the artist for this 100% donation.

Into the Night

Acrylic on wood panel

30 x 40 in.

Courtesy of the artist.

Pared

Mixed media on wood panel

9 x 11.5 in.

Courtesy of the artist.

Special thanks to the artist for this 100% donation.

Cat Fancy

Acrylic on canvas

24 x 30 in.

Courtesy of the artist.

The Wings

Acrylic and wool yarn, steel chains

33 x 28 in.

Guest curated by Madeline Silk.

Courtesy of the artist.

Study of an Astronaut and a Bunny With Too Many Ears

Graphite, oil stick and collage on mulberry paper

25 x 30 in.

Guest curated by Ted Elmore.

Courtesy of the artist.

Special thanks to the artist for this 100% donation.

Two Burghers

Fused glass

10 x 10 in.

Guest curated by Ashley Hawkins.

Courtesy of Milk River Arts.

Special thanks to the artist for this 100% donation.

Verdegris & Gold Bamboo Hoops Offering Bowl

ceramic

7 x 13.5 x 7 inches

Guest curated by Sarah Irvin.

Courtesy of Friends Artspace Gallery.

Allow it to be as it is

Cherry, stone

12 x 12 x 7 in.

Courtesy of the artist.

Special thanks to the artist for this 100% donation.

Second Leg in Paris

Archival pigment print on Moab exhibition luster

38 x 17 in.

Guest curated by Emily Smith.

Courtesy of the artist.

Reformed & Refined

Mixed media

48 x 36 x 2.5 in.

Courtesy of the artist.

Freethemall

Acrylic, crayon, spray paint on wood panel

24 x 24 in.

Courtesy of the artist.

Flora Blue Frame

Hand built earthenware

12 x 12 x 4 in.

Courtesy of the artist.

Special thanks to the artist for this 100% donation.

The Audrey

White oak, vintage jewelry findings

19 x 19 x 34 in.

Courtesy of the artist.

A Gay Bed in Gay Room with a Gay Chair

Acrylic on clayboard panel

10 x 16 x 0.5 in.

Courtesy of the artist.

Sighting on Samson Sea

Oil, acrylic, graphite, blinds, lobster leg, wristwatch on framed canvas

25.5 x 49.5 x 2.5 in.

Courtesy of the artist.

Into Thy Hands

Oil and acrylic on wood panel

24 x 24 in.

Guest curated by Alice Livingston.

Courtesy of the artist.

Modern Flower Plug-in Table Light

Powder coated aluminum and brass accents

10.5 x 6.5 in.

Guest curated by Bill Martin.

Courtesy of Umanoff Design.

Special thanks to the artist for this 100% donation.

DEJA VU

Acrylic on canvas

36 x 36 in.

Courtesy of the artist.

NUTS!

Yarn, acrylic paint, thread

20 x 24 x 2 in.

Guest curated by Adrienne Cole Johnson and Melody Short.

Courtesy of the artist.

Landscape with Yellow Field

Fused glass

29 x 17 in.

Courtesy of the artist.

How My Garden Grows

Acrylic on canvas

30 x 30 in.

Courtesy of the artist.

Special thanks to the artist for this 100% donation.

Mark of Hands, Four

Embroidery and silkscreen print

15 x 15 x 2.5 in.

Courtesy of Reynolds Gallery.

Of Mud & Blood Jar

ceramic

8 x 8 x 10 inches

Courtesy of the Artists.

Special thanks to the artists for this 100% donation.

Basket

Ceramic

18 x 10 x 4 in.

Courtesy of the artist.

Special thanks to the artist for this 100% donation.

The Richmond Ballet's popular Studio Series changes venues in the 2024-25 season by moving performances to the VMFA's Leslie Cheek Theater. Redeem your voucher for two tickets to the Studio Series' March 2025 production. Treat yourself to a preshow dinner for two at Belmont Food Shop.

A family-owned business, McKinnon and Harris has been handcrafting bespoke aluminum furniture for estates, gardens, and yachts in Richmond since 1991. Today, McKinnon and Harris sets the standard for outdoor home furnishings, with the mission to elevate and inspire designers and homeowners through art, design, and craftsmanship. Join us for an exclusive workshop tour for up to eight guests, where you'll witness furniture-making firsthand, explore our antiquity collection, and meet the talented craftspeople behind the work. After your tour, enjoy a drink and a bite to eat at Pinky's in neighboring Scott's Addition.

Explore your appreciation of fiber arts with a custom upcycled garment made by Shelly Shepherd Master Teacher award winner, Lauri Jenkins. Work with Lauri on a design for a shirt or pants that combines 2 different fabrics or materials for which you have a sentimental attachment to create a brand new wearable work of art. Take a private class with Keri Gray to design and make a patchwork linen pillow. Use your VisArts gift certificate to take a class with one of our amazing fiber instructors to create more one-of-a-kind pieces for yourself or your home.

Host your next birthday at VisArts! Parties include an artist-led project of your choosing with options in many disciplines: clay, fiber, letterpress, printmaking, glass, metals, jewelry, photography and more! VisArts parties can accommodate up to 12 guests ages five and above. Pick up a cake from nearby Shyndigz to complete the party!

Escape to the Outer Banks for a week-long October vacation in Corolla! This 5 bedroom, 4 bathroom home boasts beautiful views of the Atlantic Ocean and nearby Currituck Lighthouse. Spend your day at the beach (with access less than 500 yards from the house) then relax at night by enjoying the property's pool and hot tub. Cooking for family or friends is easy in the home's big kitchen and meals can be eaten inside or out on the top floor deck with views of the sunset.

Golf lovers will flip for this great package that includes four rounds of golf plus cart rental at Brookwoods Golf Club. Want to get some practice in before you hit the links? Enjoy a gift certificate to Top Golf where you can work on your driving and form any time during the year.

Attention Richmond history lovers! We know the perfect way for you to spend a day! Enjoy a private tour of The Valentine Museum, our city's greatest resource and home for Richmond's most epic stories. Bill Martin, the museum's director and Richmond's greatest tour guide, will walk you through The Valentine's facilities at the museum's downtown campus. This will include visits to current exhibitions in multiple gallery spaces, the historic Wickham House, the newly reimagined Valentine Studio (with an exciting and ambitious exhibition design!) and their gorgeous courtyard garden. You and your friends will be treated to an afternoon of history, stories, and Richmond treasures. Lunch will be provided for up to 8 guests.

Join photographer, Wendy Humble at her home for a discussion and walking tour inspired by her book, Monument. Wendy's photo-journalistic documentation of her experience during the summer of 2020 and the events that transpired just outside her front door is a powerful and inspiring reminder of the ways in which a community can effect profound change. This event can accommodate up to 6 guests, Light refreshments will be provided.

Create your own one-of-a-kind stationery with Richmond printmaker and VisArts teacher, Heidi Reszies. Use the facilities in the letterpress studio at VisArts to select your favorite typeface, graphic elements, and complete your design with Heidi.

Richmond's thriving local theaters have so much to offer throughout the year. From musicals and classical plays to contemporary award-winners and world premieres, there is always something great to see in town. This huge package offers two tickets each to Virginia Rep's summer production of 9 to 5 and Cadence Theatre Company's fall production of True West. Redeem vouchers to enjoy any two offerings from the Modlin Center for the Arts' 2024-25 season. Season subscriptions for two from Richmond Shakespeare, Firehouse Theatre, and Yes And! Theatrical Company are also included. Your Firehouse membership offers access to all programming in the space including performances from resident dance and theater companies, comedy troupes, and burlesque acts. A bonus from Yes And! includes VIP treatment at one of their Ghost Light After Party events at Chez Foushee. Enjoy a complimentary bottle of champagne and make up to three special song requests at this late night piano bar experience!

Take care of your mind, body, and soul with offerings from this amazing package. Explore the principles of Ayurveda with Charlotte Oddi and apply them to your own wellness principles. Continue your self-care journey with a human design + astrology reading from Kathy Hendrick. Improve your strength with eight yoga, reformer or mat Pilates classes at Niche Pilates Studio then treat yourself to one of the many products or services offered by Boketto Wellness including acupuncture, skincare treatments, waxing, massage, sound therapy, and more. Since no self-care routine is complete without good quality sleep, we're adding a silk charmeuse eye mask from local maker, Leizu.

Escape to Old Orchard Beach, Maine for a memorable week in this 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom beachfront condo. With 7 miles of beach to enjoy, a picturesque pier lined with souvenir shops, and the historic beachfront Palace Playland, this is a perfect destination for families. Additional amenities include a heated outdoor pool, parking, beach chairs and umbrellas, and plenty of games and puzzles for any rainy days. Old Orchard Beach is just 90 minutes north of Boston and 20 minutes south of Portland, Maine. Book your trip Friday to Friday for any week in 2025 (excluding 6/22-8/22/25). Final plans must be made before 1/31/25.

Enhance your appreciation of a good cocktail with some of the best in the biz. Let Beth Dixon walk you through some mixology basics with a private lesson to craft the perfect cocktail. Take that inspiration to the next level by creating and naming a cocktail with the bar staff at Heritage. Your signature cocktail will be featured on their menu all summer long. Use the Heritage gift card to treat your friends to an amazing meal and enjoy a round of the cocktails you crafted.

Invite your favorite book and history lovers to join you for a tour of the Library of Virginia, the region's primary resource for Virginia's diverse stories of history, culture, and government. This tour also includes a VIP showing of the Library of Virginia's Special Collections. Lunch will be provided by Can Can Cafe for up to 8 guests.

Enjoy the variety of programs presented by the Richmond Symphony by composing your own subscription for two during the 2024-25 season. Choose 3+ concerts from the Symphony Series, Pops, and Metro concerts and enjoy discounts on additional tickets. Make a date of it by enjoying dinner beforehand courtesy of Azzuro.

This package offers everything you'll need for a Date Night you won't forget! Set the mood with flowers and candles from Strawberry Fields. Complete your date night outfit with an 18" paperclip necklace in yellow gold from Carreras Jewelers. Enjoy an amazing dinner at Stella's followed by some fun at River City Roll. Finish the night with a glass of wine at home courtesy of Barrel Thief and make a plan to have your photos taken at Forest Hill Park in a private session with photographer, Preston Slaughter. This 30-minute session can be used for individuals, couples, families, pets or given as a gift.

Do you love finding that one-of-a-kind treasure? Get some tips from an expert with a talk led by vintage buyer, Alex Mitchell. Alex will help you discover what to look for and how to maximize the value of your future vintage finds. Enjoy some refreshments with Alex and up to 8 friends at VisArts' Allen House then head out to your favorite vintage shops to put your new skills to the test!

Richmond really lives up to its "River City" moniker by offering great outdoor activities all year long. From hiking and kayaking to rock climbing and biking, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Get yourself ready for an adventure on the James River with private instruction from Waterfront RVA. This can be used for one-on-one whitewater instruction, two hours of flat paddling instruction for two, or a group of four can get a one-hour lesson in flat paddling. This package is rounded out with a year-long membership to Southampton Recreation Club to help you stay active outside with access to their pool, tennis, and ice skating facilities plus a voucher from Kul Wheels, a favorite outpost for e-bike rentals and tours.

Get the true VIP treatment at Craft + Design this November. Weekend passes for six offer access to all event programming throughout the weekend including Patrons' Preview and Rise + Shine. You'll also be able to enjoy our VIP lounge where you can grab complimentary cocktails and small bites and store purchases while you enjoy all the show has to offer. Meet a handful of our favorite artists during a bonus "backstage tour" of the event led by Jordan Brown, Matt Blakley, and our event chair, Clare Tilton. The winner of this special package will also receive a gift bag with select handmade items from a few of this year's exhibitors.

Book a Creative Team Building session at VisArts to drive innovation, improve creative thinking, and strengthen your team's collaborative spirit. All corporate team-building programs are led by professional artists and include demonstrations and group exercises. Each program matches artistic processes with your group's goals. Throughout the program, instructors build in plenty of time for discussion and self-reflection. This offer is good for a team of up to 10 members and must be redeemed before 5/31/25.

This is the ultimate package for families and fans of Richmond's great museums and institutions! Enjoy year-long memberships to Lewis Ginter Botanical Gardens, Maymont, the Virginia Museum of History and Culture, Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, Children's Museum of Richmond, and VisArts! Winners of this package get access to tons of unique exhibitions and experiences like GardenFest of Lights and Garden Glow. Plus, you get great perks on classes, studio access, and events that come with a VisArts membership. Already committed to most of these institutions? Memberships make great gifts for birthdays, holidays, young families, and new residents!

Get ready to make your driveway the hottest spot in town with a one-hour performance featuring eight numbers from four of Richmond's best queens. Invite your friends and neighbors to enjoy a fun, fierce night without leaving the front yard.

Use this stack of great gift certificates to shop 'til you drop! Pack up your Una handbag ($250 value) courtesy of J. McLaughlin and start your shopping spree in the Arts District with a visit to Verdalina and a $250 gift card! Next, check out the shops near Libbie and Grove with stops at Levy's ($75 gift card), Paper Plus ($75 gift card), and Fraiche. Finish your day by picking up wine and snacks from Libbie Market ($25 gift card) before you head home to check out all of your great purchases. Don't enjoy an epic shopping spree? Hold on to these and use for future or last-minute gifts!

Show off your favorite furry friend (or friends!) with a studio portrait from photographer, Wendy Humble. This one-hour session can used for a maximum of two pets and will include two 8 x 10 prints with professional editing. Examples of Wendy's pet portraits can be found by visiting her website: wendyhumble.com/pets. Continue the royal treatment for your pet(s) with a trip to Dogma for toys, treats, or grooming services.

Entertaining al fresco this spring and summer couldn't be easier with the help of this package. Stop in to Yellow Umbrella to consider their selection of premade salads, hot or cold appetizers and entrees, and crowd favorites like pimento cheese, deviled eggs and ham biscuits. Supper Club is your one-stop shop for mains like fried chicken, beef tenderloin, and crab cakes. Finish out your menu with wine and cheese from J. Emerson and Truckle Cheesemongers and enjoy your no-fuss garden party.

Pack your bags for a long weekend in Virginia Beach. Enjoy a 3-night stay in October at a canal-front condo that includes the use of kayaks and bikes. Relax on the beach during the day then check out favorite spots like Love Song for great food and drinks at night. This package comes with a handsome travel bag from Virginia's own, Moore & Giles and a $25 gift certificate to Rostov's so you can fuel up for the car ride. Contact Adam Dorland to begin your booking process.

Enjoy an amazing fall outing with a trip to Nordt Family Farm in nearby Charles City. Hosted by Dianne Nordt, this includes a private tour of Riverview, the family's historic home, and a walk through the Gillette Garden with a picnic of light refreshments served on the grounds. A visit to the sheep barn (featured in Martha Stewart Living) follows with an introduction to Dianne's flock of merino sheep and a weaving demonstration on the loom used to create Dianne's gorgeous handmade blankets (a favorite at Craft + Design and a finalist for Garden & Gun's Made in the South Award). This trip can be scheduled some time between September 1 and November 17, 2024 for up to 12 guests.

Give your home a big reset and refresh with services from some of our favorite local businesses. Create an organizing plan with the team from Minima. Enjoy a consultation with designers from Flourish Spaces and a gift certificate to their new show room on Huguenot. Organize your photo archive and create a custom album with Stephanie McGrath. When your space is looking it's best and you're ready to show it off, design a custom floral arrangement with David Pippin before your next party. Finally, commemorate your special place with a custom linocut print from Sophie Printmaking.

Win an online subscription to the 2024-25 season of The Richmond Forum---one of the most popular events in town and one you can enjoy from the comfort of your own home! This package also includes two orchestra-level tickets to the Forum's March 22, 2025 program featuring speaker, Richard Reeves. This evening is preceded by a sponsor reception and dinner at the Jefferson Hotel as well as a VIP post-program dessert reception and photo opportunity with Richard Reeves at the Jefferson. Tickets to this evening includes transportation by motor coach to and from the Altria Theater.

Untitled (Rejlander Series)

acrylic on canvas

24.5 x 19 inches

Courtesy of Candela Gallery

Guest curated by Gordon Stettinius

Swatch #2

found silver-plated platters

18 x 18 x 1 inches

Courtesy of the artist.

Nightscape

Woodcut print

21 x 22 in.

Courtesy of the artist.

Untitled

Charcoal, acrylic, spray paint on paper

36 x 40 in.

Guest curated by Joseph Papa.

Courtesy of the artist.

Special thanks to the artist for this 100% donation.

House with Dormer

Oil on canvas over panel

32 x 36 in.

Guest curated by Page Bond.

Courtesy of the artist.

In The Atmosphere

Mixed media

45 x 35 in.

Guest curated by Tracy Stonestreet.

Courtesy of the artist.

Burgundy

Paper

30 x 21 x 3 in.

Guest curated by Julia Monroe.

Courtesy of the artist.

James River Fog III, #9823

Archival pigment print on Museo silver rag paper

24 x 30 in.

Courtesy of the artist.

Special thanks to the artist for this 100% donation.

Pump

Mixed media on canvas

47.5 x 56 in.

Guest curated by Anne Fletcher.

Courtesy of Quirk Gallery.

Special thanks to the artist for this 100% donation.

Good News

Handwoven collage, pigment, dye

33 x 42 in. framed

Guest curated by Shane Prada.

Courtesy of Reynolds Gallery

Magical City

Mixed media on wood panel

60 x 46 in.

Courtesy of Glave Kocen Gallery.

It's Impossible to Tell

Mixed media on wood panel

72 x 36 in.

Courtesy of the artist.

Special thanks to the artist for this 100% donation.

Portrait of Victoria

Charcoal on paper

42 x 66 in.

Guest curated by Ashley Kistler.

Courtesy of the artist.

Viridescent

Oil on hardboard panel

36 x 36 in.

Courtesy of the artist.

Special thanks to the artist for this 100% donation.

Planet Henri

Oil on canvas

48 x 60 in.

Guest curated by Mark Webb.

Courtesy of the artist.

a Trot with the Girls

acrylic on canvas

60 x 48 x 2 inches

Courtesy of Pamplemousse Gallery.

Enjoy a catered party in a beautiful West End home with up to 30 of your friends and live music from one of Virginia's most notable musicians, Steve Bassett. Steve is an award winning musician who has produced and released 24 albums. He is the co-author of Virginia's official state song, "Sweet Virginia Breeze." This specialized event includes catering services, wine and beer. Contact Adam Dorland to make your preparations. Value: $3,500

Vase Raja

Mixed media on panel

18 x 24 in.

Courtesy of the artist.

Special thanks to the artist for this 100% donation.

Untitled 64

Oil, acrylic, color pencil on paper

51 x 66 x 3 in. framed

Courtesy of the artist.

Special thanks to the artist for this 100% donation.

Host of Sparrows Aerial Acrobats

Oil on canvas

46 x 40 in.

Courtesy of Reynolds Gallery.