Spotlight on Art commemorates 40 years

from Flourish Magazine Spring 2022

Alumni Events

Artists Market Co-Chairs Julia Demetrius, Nancy Suh, and Carrie Lanier; Spotlight Chair Aisha Parker; Spotlight Chair-Elect Katie Wolf; and Gala and Auction Co-Chairs Patty Alias and Bradley Sosebee

This school year marks the 40th anniversary of Spotlight on Art, an exciting series of art events that raises money for Trinity School. Established in 1982, Spotlight has grown from a small fundraising art show to an array of exhibits that are renowned in the art world!

After the pandemic required us to reinvent or cancel Spotlight events last school year, this school year’s Spotlight on Art came back stronger than ever. After all the receipts were totaled and artists were paid, I am excited to announce that Spotlight has raised $735,000 for Trinity School! This record-breaking number was only possible because of the army of volunteers who help make each individual event a success. A special thank you to this year’s Spotlight leadership team: Spotlight Chair Aisha Parker; Spotlight Chair-Elect Katie Wolf; Artists Market Co-Chairs Julia Demetrius, Carrie Lanier, and Nancy Suh; and Gala and Auction Co-Chairs Patty Alias and Bradley Sosebee. These individuals devoted countless hours to planning, organizing, and executing Spotlight’s series of events that benefits Trinity in multiple ways. Thank you for making SOA’s 40th anniversary so special!

Gala and Auction

Pop-Up Gallery at Neiman Marcus

We kicked off the Spotlight on Art season with our Pop-Up Gallery at Neiman Marcus at Lenox Square, which was held October 2–24, 2021. The event included thoughtfully curated artwork from four preeminent contemporary artists: AK Hardeman, Dawn Trimble, Joe Turner, and Katherine Wirth. All work was available for purchase.

An Evening with Neiman Marcus at Eleanor’s Place

On November 2, 2021, a group of Trinity parents enjoyed An Evening with Neiman Marcus at Eleanor’s Place. This sold-out event featured a fall fashion trends presentation by Neiman Marcus Public Relations Manager Rebecca Brodnan, artist Katherine Wirth, and Eleanor’s Place owner and Trinity parent Jennifer Morgan. Guests also enjoyed shopping, light bites, and bubbly.

Pop-Up Shop at Trinity School

The Spotlight on Art Pop-Up Shop took place at Trinity during conferences on November 8 and 9, 2021. The twoday event featured artwork, jewelry, spirit wear, and items for the home. It was the perfect opportunity to shop for loved ones for the holidays.

Artists Market

This year’s Artists Market was once again held in the Allison Williams Activity Center (AWAC), which was transformed into a 6,000-square-foot gallery. The Market featured the work of more than 250 artists, ranging from realism to jewelry, whimsical to contemporary. Held from January 31–February 5, the week included two signature evening events, the Opening Night Celebration on January 31 and Cocktails & Canvases: Meet the Artists on February 4. Grossing more than $1.4 million in art and jewelry sales, we are proud to report that the 2022 Artist Market was our most successful show to date!

40th Anniversary Luncheon

On February 2, we welcomed former Spotlight chairs to a 40th anniversary luncheon. It was so fun to share stories and memories of Spotlight over the years and welcome everyone back to campus. Following the lunch, many of the attendees stopped by the Artists Market to shop and continue to reminisce.

Gala and Auction

To cap off the Spotlight season, we held our annual Gala and Auction for the Trinity community. Four-hundred attendees composed of parents, faculty, staff, and special guests attended this sold-out event that was held on February 26 at the Atlanta History Center. The event included a seated dinner by Bold Catering and Design, cocktails, a silent and live auction, and music by The Tams.

2022 Nonprofit Beneficiary: Ronald McDonald House

Continuing Spotlight’s service-learning tradition, Trinity’s Sixth Grade Leadership Class selected Ronald McDonald House as this year’s nonprofit beneficiary to receive a monetary gift from Spotlight on Art. The Sixth Graders wrote encouraging notes to the families staying at the Ronald McDonald House.

An Evening with Neiman Marcus at Eleanor’s Place