DiverseWorks Art Space Presents Luck of the Draw X: Revolution!
June 22, 2011
The best party of the year is back and we are taking the art world by storm! It’s DiverseWorks’ highly-anticipated summer auction, Luck of the Draw X: Revolution! on Wednesday, June 22, 2011 at 6:30 p.m. at DiverseWorks ArtSpace, located at 1117 East Freeway, Houston, 77002. This is DiverseWorks, so expect a raucous good time accompanied by great food and flowing libations. Co-chairs Karen Niemeier and Michael Coppens, along with Executive Co-Directors Diane Barber and Sixto Wagan invite you to score great art and support DiverseWorks at the same time!
Luck of the Draw is just that. You buy your art chance ticket, you get your number. Numbers are called at random, and when it’s your turn, you grab your art from more than 200 outstanding selections.
There are five ways to support DiverseWorks and acquire great art at Luck of the Draw X: Revolution!:
- Option 1: The “Dear Leader” Art Chance Exclusive Access ticket allows one supporter to be the ruler of the auction and get first dibs on the more than 200 phenomenal artworks in the Luck of the Draw. One available: $1,000.
- Option 2: A “Frontlines” Art Chance ticket guarantees the holder a choice from within the next four numbers (#2-5) called. Four available: $500 each.
- Option 3: A “Radicals” Art Chance ticket guarantees the holder a choice from within the next 15 numbers (#6-20) called. 15 available: $250 each.
- Option 4: A “Proletariat” $100 Art Chance ticket will offer you your pick of one of the remaining spectacular artworks included in the summer auction. Buy now! After June 6, your Art Chance Ticket is $125.
- Option 5: If you just want to party with the fun and fabulous crowd at DiverseWorks, pick up a $25 ticket and watch the mayhem from the sidelines.
All art chances include admission for ticket holder.
All artworks in Luck of the Draw X are approximately 8.5” x 11” and were created by artists from all over the world.
Luck of the Draw X sponsorships are available and range from $1,010 to $310; details about the Sponsor Benefits are available on the DiverseWorks’ website or by contacting Tracey Morton, Administrative Manager, at tracey@diverseworks.org or (713) 223-8346.
Funds raised by the DiverseWorks 2011 Summer Auction benefit the programs of DiverseWorks ArtSpace. Viva la revolution!
TICKET INFORMATION:
Tickets for Luck of the Draw X: Revolution! may be purchased online at www.diverseworks.org or by calling 713.335.3445.
ABOUT DIVERSEWORKS ARTSPACE
Known for its groundbreaking artistic and education programs, DiverseWorks is one of the premiere contemporary arts centers in the United States. DiverseWorks has been a hub for the presentation of daring and innovative work, a commissioner of major artistic projects in all disciplines, and an advocate for artists worldwide. Founded by artists for artists, DiverseWorks continues its commitment to bold artistic exploration, creative risk-taking, and building audiences for contemporary art.
DiverseWorks is located at 1117 East Freeway (off N. Main at Naylor), Houston, TX 77002
Tel. 713.223.8346
Fax 713.223.4608
www.diverseworks.org
Gallery hours are Noon – 6 PM, Monday – Saturday
Office hours are 10 AM – 6 PM Monday – Friday
Admission to the gallery is FREE
