A Chair-ity for All
Artists Share Inspirations for Senior Center Foundation Benefit After multiple postponements due to COVID-19, the Best Seat in the House Chair-ity Auction (with a View!) is on for March 20 during the Gulfport Third Saturday IndieFaire. Local artists have adorned 10 Adirondack chairs and six vintage windows for auction at The Tiki Bar & Grill at 56th St. and Shore Blvd. from 5 to 7 p.m. Early virtual bidding has already begun, and proceeds benefit the Gulfport Multipurpose Senior Center Foundation. To pique community interest, the Gabber asked some of the artists who turned Adirondack chairs into one-of-a-kind works of art about what inspired their creations. Stacey Purcell The inspiration for my chair was magical. It came over me like a tidal wave. I live across from the Gulfport Marina. I love looking at the boats and hearing the sounds of the sail masts as they clang in the breeze.
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My home decor is very nautical/ maritime, so it was a natural collaboration. I had everything for the chair right in my garage, except for the varnish and brass screws. I thor-
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oughly enjoyed this experience and am grateful to the committee for choosing me. Kiersty Long I was honored to be asked to design a chair for this year’s “Chairity Auction.” My chair is whimsical and fun. I have always wanted to create a painting of a baby sea turtle being hatched. As this idea came to fruition, I included a surreal sunset and outer space scene that really works well on the main part of the chair. I used acrylic paint and spray paint to achieve this look. Angela and Biff Lagan The Steampunk Chair was a last-minute addition – one of our chosen artists notified us that they were unable to participate, so Biff and I jumped in and created this chair. We have been a part of this committee since its creation and feel strongly that it is a worthwhile endeavor benefiting the Gulfport Senior Center Foundation. Biff and I do not consider ourselves artists; however, we love to repurpose. We reused many commonplace items, from a Boy Scout canteen to a vintage workshop light; there is even a sailboat rail chock to hold your
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