This watercolor by Marcia Waller, local artist, was selected to represent the theme for the 2021 Gala "Art and Nature---Together Again". Matted in white, 14"h x 18"w. The shapes and vivid colors in this piece are magnificent!

Marcia's inspiration for this painting came from a trip she took to Paris with her granddaughter several years ago when they visited Monet's Garden in nearby Giverny. Additional information about this painting and the artist is included with this stunning watercolor.

Live edge cherry wooden tray. This is a beautifully handmade food safe serving tray made by local woodworker Byron Finch. Finished size is 17"w x 7"d.

Original Holy Cow sterling silver pin made by the late local artist Mik Stousland. 1 1/2" square.

This is a lovely framed color photograph of Kumler Chapel in spring by local photographer Allan Miller. 12.5"h x 15.5"w. This is a popular wedding/anniversary gift for anyone married there.

Hand turned spalted maple bowl by local craftsman Chris Davis. Finished with a food safe wax. 9.5"w. x 4.5"h.

Framed water color of a barn in a winter rural setting, painted and signed by local artist Howard Krauss. Matted and framed size is 14.5"h x 18.25"w.

Contemporary metal swirl sculpture on black stand . Sculpture has reddish patinated tones with copper and silver accents. Artist unknown.

Sculpture on stand measures 32.5"h x 17.5"w x 7" deep

3 Abstract figurines of metal brass musicians. One playing saxophone; one playing accordion and one on cymbals. Each figurine is approximately 18" tall. Black wooden stand included, 11.5" wide x 6" deep x 1.5" tall.

Handmade hanging wall quilt by local artist Linda Kramer that won first place at the 2012 quilt escape retreat at Shawnee State Park. Titled "Out my window, a Shawnee fall." Measures 19.5 W. x 19.5" H.

Stained art glass window of cranes in a moon sky. Presented in a black wooden frame. 27.75"h x 21.75"w

Set of 4 Charley Harper prints. Four seasons of flying birds, framed and matted together. 16.5"h x 12.25"w.

"Old Man Winter" acrylic on stretched canvas painted and signed by local artist Marta Wendt. 40"h x 30w".

"Music in the Air" is a spectacular handcrafted kinetic metal yard sculpture, created by the Magaws of Boston. This masterpiece spans 80" on a 52" tower with musical notes catching the wind. Definitely another eye catcher from the Magaws' studio, Boston, IN.

Color photograph taken by local photographer Alan deCourcy. Matted size: 19"h x13"w. Framed size: 25"h x 19"w.

Embossed copper stilletto earrings on sterling ear wire handcrafted by local artist Lucille Hautau. 1 3/4" drop.

Handmade stoneware 12" round bowl with floating blue glaze on a sky blue base. This eye catching bowl was created by local potter Rob Abowitz.

A vintage Oxford photograph exquisitely matted and framed by Crystal Clark, owner of Framemaker Gallery in College Corner, IN. This photograph is of the original home of the Oxford Theatre opening September 11, 1911. In 1950 it was renamed Talawanda Theatre and then renamed Princess Theatre in the 1980's. A perfect addition to "old Oxford" collections. Framed size is 21.25"w x 18"h. A $50 gift certificate to Framemaker Gallery accompanies this item.

Handcrafted Leopold bench made by Dick Munson. The design is by Aldo Leopold, a conservationist, forester, philosopher, educator, writer and outdoor enthusiast. Leopold authored, perhaps, one of the most important books in the environmental movement entitled "A Sand County Almanac". The other was Rachel Carson's "A Silent Spring". Enjoy reading these books while sitting on your new bench. 48"w x 29"h x 25 1/2"d made of treated pine suitable for indoor or outdoor use.

Lightfast ink and wax resist on archival Bristol board, "3rd dancer", by local artist Debra Bowles, was purchased by the OCAC as its featured image of the 2020 Gala.

Statement from the artist: "Seldom do I use the word 'ugly' at ArtistryFarm. Even as '3rd dancer' loses its color, it is joyous in its sculptural form".

Matting donated by Tom Hogeback of Village West Framing and Gallery, Oxford.

Size of artwork: 8.5" h x 10.5" w

Matted size: 14.25" h x 16" w

This original acrylic on canvas of beautiful birch trees will complement any decor. Art measures 24" h x 48" w, painted and signed by local artist Bonni Neff.

"Roman Helmet" water color on paper signed by local artist Mark DeGennaro. Matted and framed. Finished size 13"h x 11"w.

This unique birdhouse was constructed by Michael Smith. The artist continues his tradition of employing "used" materials to construct his "work of art" statement. Finished size: 8.75"w x 9.5"h x 9.5"d

Versatile wooden table made from a reclaimed 1860s barn door. Top is 36" x 20" and 18 5/8" high. Mike Wengler, owner of Timber Frame Reclaim, is the local woodworker and donor. This is an example of many furniture options they make from reclaimed barnwood.

Original still life watercolor of "Just Harvested" vegetables painted and signed by local artist and educator Jean Vance. Framed size 19"h x 23"w.

This bright and cheerful acrylic on canvas painting titled "Morning Glory" is the work of artist, William Scott Chable. Framed size is 33 3/4"h x 27 3/4"w.

Local artist, Marcia Waller, captured the image of the gate at Glenwood Cemetery in winter. Signed, framed and matted -- 18 1/2"h x 21"w.

Local artist Jan Hunsche will turn a photograph of a child you love into a charming pencil portrait.

9" h x 6" w.

Offer expires 4/24/2022.

Brighten a room with this watercolor of three trees painted and signed by local artist Pat Kaufman.

Matted and framed size is 18" h x 22" w.

A collection of five amazing color photographs of birds by Tom Hogeback. Each photograph is printed on 100% watercolor paper with archival inks and mounted and matted to museum standards. The matted prints measure 13" x 19" (4 are horizontal; one is vertical) and are presented as a set in a black vinyl clamshell portfolio case. This set is exclusive to the spring Gala.

"Bluebirds on a Wire: Second Clutch" is a color photograph by Tom Hogeback of Village West Framing & Gallery in Oxford. Printed on canvas and framed with an oak floater frame. Finished piece measures 17" h x 22" w. This piece is exclusive to the spring Gala.

Local artist, Larry Winston Collins, captured Academy Award nominee for Best Actress, Dorothy Dandridge from the movie "Carmen Jones". This linoleum block print is numbered 1/10, signed by the artist and matted, 16"h x 12"w.

"Stratford Winter" is a watercolor by local artist Jack Haffey. Signed, matted and framed 21"h x 14"w.

The "Hungry Cat" brass ornament that Chris Stousland created will bring a smile to your face with its gaze. Ornament is 2.5" square.

Michael Wright, local sculptor, has created a colorful and meticulously detailed table top sculpture. This work of art is of a moth resting on a natural wood burl. Cecropia moth, fungus, stones and base are made of polymer clay. Measures 6 1/2" wingspan, 6" h on a 10" diameter base.

Four sets of 4 notecards each.

These 4.5" x 5.5" notecards are prints of original watercolors by local artist, Marcia Waller. Each packet of cards has its own theme:

. Local Scenes

. Flowers

. Out West

. Pow Wow

Oxford native Bonnie Allyn has written and illustrated a children's book entitled "The Land of Peep". This book conveys a special message about acceptance.

Oxford resident Richard Daniels hand hooked the yarn on canvas to create this striking wall hanging. When hanging on a wall, the rose image appears three dimensional. Ready to hang with dowel affixed to back. Size: 30"h x 27"w.

Celebrate "Appalachian Spring" with a pint size mason jar filled with expertly crafted homemade clear spirit from Kentucky.

Accompanying the "liquid folk art" is a book titled "Pine Mountain Sand & Gravel: Contemporary Appalachian Writing", a publication of the Southern Appalachian Writers Cooperative. This publication is a grassroots effort of writers, editors and activists from the Appalachian Mountains and includes a compilation of short stories and poems about the region. Reading and drinking: a perfect combination!

This amazing black metal wall sculpture was handmade by local artist Ursula Roma. These wild birds are made of sturdy powder-coated, weather resistant, durable 12 gauge metal and are 16" wide x 18" tall. This whimsical piece is easy to hang and will look great on any wall or window, inside or out!

The saguaro cactus image of this hand hooked yarn wall hanging adds a Southwest touch to a room. Hand crafted by Oxford resident Richard Daniels and ready to hang with dowel. Size: 40" h x 27" w.

Local artist, Howard Krauss, has captured the essence of "Serenity" in his image of the rocking chair on the porch. This signed watercolor is matted and framed. Size 17"h x 21"w.

Artist Tracey Bezesky participates with a group of local OCAC artists in the art of plein air, the act of painting outdoors. The oil painting, "The Fishing Hole" was inspired at Hueston Woods. Size is 12.5"h x 15.5"w.

"The Yellow House" is a watercolor on paperboard. This country scene shows an almost Impressionist style of landscape by Percival deLuce (1847-1914). This noted American turn of the century artist is an ancestor of Judith deLuce, professor emerita Miami University. This signed painting is matted and framed. 20"h x 23.25"w.

This vintage oil on canvas painting of a woman and child is signed in the lower left by Percival deLuce (1847-1914). Genre paintings were a specialty of this artist, a resident of New York, who also studied in Antwerp and Paris. Framed size: 18.75"h x 13"w.

Condition: There is some crazing to the canvas. This item was donated in "as is" condition. It is a curator's perspective that it could benefit from a professional cleaning and restretching.

Arthur Kerr Hudson at 6 years old in December 1891 was the subject of this oil on canvas portrait. Framed size is 20"h x 16.75"w. Arthur is the grandfather of Judith deLuce, professor emerita Miami University.

The painter, Percival deLuce (1847-1914), a noted American turn of the century artist lived in New York and also studied in Antwerp and Paris. His works were widely exhibited in the United States including a painting in the Metropolitan Museum of American Art. Some years ago one of his paintings sold for $14,000.

This contemporary Chinese painting on a preserved leaf was purchased in Beijing, China and framed by Tom Hogeback of Village West Framing. Size is 7.5"h x 13.5"w.

A glorious blue iris in stained glass with chain to hang measures 20"h x 13"w. It is ready to suspend in your window. Unknown artist sold this at the Cincinnati Art Fair in 1989.

This acrylic on canvas was painted by artist Terry Barrett. She was a Miami University student who studied under artist Crossan Curry. Her use of loose brush strokes indicate the influence of post abstract art. The figures in the painting suggest women of earlier times. The framed size is 34" h x 36" w.

"The 1992 Compositions" is a series of acrylic on gessoed percale paintings by local artist Marta Wendt. There are 20 paintings in the series and each are lettered in white on the back, A to T, in the order they were painted. This one is A. Before starting this series Marta was reading a book about Zen and when she put it down she noticed the fabric on the arm of her chair appeared to her to be microscopic dots. This vision was her inspiration throughout the series. She interprets the results as representing JOY.

Matted and framed 17 7/8"h x 26 1/8"w.

"The 1992 Compositions" is a series of acrylic on gessoed percale paintings by local artist Marta Wendt. There are 20 paintings in the series and each are lettered in white on the back, A to T, in the order they were painted. This one is B. Before starting this series Marta was reading a book about Zen and when she put it down she noticed the fabric on the arm of her chair appeared to her to be microscopic dots. This vision was her inspiration throughout the series. She interprets the results as representing JOY.

Matted and framed 20 3/4"h x 25 3/4"w.

"The 1992 Compositions" is a series of acrylic on gessoed paintings by local artist Marta Wendt. There are 20 paintings in the series and each are lettered in white on the back, A to T, in the order they were painted. This one is C. Before starting this series Marta was reading a book about Zen and when she put it down she noticed the fabric on the arm of her chair appeared to her to be microscopic dots. This vision was her inspiration throughout the series. She interprets the results as representing JOY.

Matted and framed 17 1/4"h x 23 3/4" w.

A limited edition offset lithograph "Bengal Tiger" by John A. Ruthven of Cincinnati, Ohio. This piece is numbered (91/500) and signed by the artist in the lower left corner. Matted and framed 32 3/4"h x 38"w.

Ruthven was an American artist best known for his paintings of wildlife. He attended the Art Academy of Cincinnati and was awarded the National Medal of Arts in 2004.

This item is a John A. Ruthven offset lithograph titled Gray Fox. Double signed and numbered 1093/1500. The matted and framed print is 30"h x 36"w.

Ruthven was an American artist best known for his paintings of wildlife. He attended the Art Academy of Cincinnati and was awarded the National Medal of Arts in 2004.

This "Jaguar" is a limited edition, 481/300 offset lithograph by artist Imogene H. Farnsworth. It is double signed, matted and framed. 29"h x 29 3/4"w.

Imogene was an internationally-reknowned wildlife artist.

"The Colleagues" is a limited edition offset lithograph by wildlife artist Christopher B. Walden. This piece is numbered (178/350) and doubled signed by the artist on the lower right side.

Matted and framed 22 1/4"h x 30 1/4"w.

Christopher B. Walden, originally from Auckland New Zealand, came to the States in 1979 for a 30 day tour. Forty two years later he is still in the U.S. and has become a nationally known wild life artist. He has a gallery in Middletown, OH.

" Winters Edge" is a limited edition offset lithograph by wildlife artist Christopher B. Walden. This piece is numbered (114/1000) and doubled signed by the artist on the lower right side. Matted and framed 21 5/8"h x 29 1/4"w.

Christopher B. Walden, originally from Auckland New Zealand, came to the States in 1979 for a 30 day tour. Forty two years later he is still in the U.S. and has become a nationally known wild life artist. He has a gallery in Middletown, OH.

"Flying Colors" is a limited edition offset lithograph by wildlife artist Christopher B. Walden. This piece is numbered (14/150) and doubled signed by the artist on the lower right side. Matted and framed 27 1/8"h x 38 3/4"w.

Christopher B. Walden, originally from Auckland New Zealand, came to the States in 1979 for a 30 day tour. Forty two years later he is still in the U.S. and has become a nationally known wild life artist. He has a gallery in Middletown, OH.

An offset lithograph reproduction print of an original watercolor signed in plate by artist Betty Howard. The image depicts Miami University's Upham Hall. The print has an embossed stamp by Miami University Towers Club at the bottom right. Unframed 17"h x 14"w.

An offset lithograph reproduction print of an original watercolor, signed in plate by a Miami staff artist, David L. Frederick. The image depicts Miami University's Elliott Hall. The print has an embossed stamp by Miami University Towers Club at the bottom right.

Unframed 14"h x 17"w.

This offset lithograph reproduction print of Fisher Hall is signed by Marston Hodgin. The artist is a veteran Miamian and professor emeritus of art. The print has an embossed stamp by Miami University Towers Club at the bottom right. Unframed 17"h x 14"w

This illustration of Eastern Bluebird is one in a series of North American Birds painted by William Zimmerman of Dillsboro, Indiana. Matted and framed print 16 1/2"h x 14 3/8"w.

William drew and painted wildlife subjects most of his life. He studied art at the Cincinnati Art Academy and later worked at Gibson Greeting Card Company. In 1965 he left Gibson to join fellow wildlife artist John Ruthven in writing and illustrating a field guide to North American waterfowl.

This illustration of Scarlet Tanager is one in a series of North American Birds painted by William Zimmerman of Dillsboro, Indiana. Matted and framed print 16 1/2"h x14 3/8"w.

William drew and painted wildlife subjects most of his life. He studied art at the Cincinnati Art Academy and later worked at Gibson Greeting Card Company. In 1965 he left Gibson to join fellow wildlife artist John Ruthven in writing and illustrating a field guide to North American waterfowl.

This illustration of American Goldfinch is one in a series of North American Birds painted by William Zimmerman of Dillsboro, Indiana. Matted and framed 16 1/2"h x 14 3/8"w.

William drew and painted wildlife subjects most of his life. He studied art at the Cincinnati Art Academy and later worked at Gibson Greeting Card Company. In 1965 he left Gibson to join fellow wildlife artist John Ruthven in writing and illustrating a field guide to North American waterfowl.