This past May I participated for the second year in Art Access’ 300 Plates show. Art Access is a nonprofit local to Salt Lake City. Art Access embraces the idea that the arts provides a way for people to tell their stories, articulate identities, and educate for the common good. They provide creative opportunities for people with disabilities and other marginalized communities, as well as encouraging public engagement in the arts.
Last year I got to participate for the first time in their yearly fundraiser, 300 Plates. Though originally closer to having 300 plate (pieces of artwork all the same size) this last fundraiser had many more than 300 plates. The jurors of the show arrange the plates and price them in $1 increments starting at $88. This year I participated with two plates painted from photos I took last year as part of my Women in Nature series.
The event was high energy and full of artists and art lovers. I got the lucky draw to be a part of the first group to enter the purchasing area. I also had the neatest opportunity to see one of my plates being the first one sold. The woman who purchased it recognized me afterwards and told me she already has another of my pieces. I know, amazing!
To find out more information about Art Access and their 300 plates show visit their website.