Auction Guide
Live Auction
International Business Class for Two Anywhere in the World Air Canada Flies
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$20,000 Air Canada
Take your next trip in style with a pair of Air Canada Executive Class Tickets to any Air Canada destination in the world. Enjoy spacious seating, fine dining and wines, as you head to a dream resort on the other side of the world. Some restrictions may apply.
Lot #01
Custom Italian Tour Adventure for Two
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$10,000 Continental Travel
Spend thirteen days discovering Italian culture and music with a custom WSO Italy tour package from Continental Travel. Travel dates are from October 18 to 30th, 2018. Includes airfare to and from Rome, double occupancy suite, travel, and dedicated tour guide.
Lot #02
A Week at the Hilton Craigandarroch
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$2700 Bill & Elizabeth Pope
Nestled in the pines and heather of Royal Deeside, next to the Queen’s Scottish Holiday Estate at Balmoral, this is the perfect highland getaway. Enjoy the pittoresque town of Ballater, scenic walks in the glens and valleys, and the charming local folk with their thick highland brogue. Who knows, you might even cross paths with royalty!
Lot #03
Civilization of Microbs Artist Ewa Tarsia - Polymer media on canvas, 36 x 36, 2017
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$4220 Ewa Tarsia
In 2007, Tarsia was inducted into the Royal Canadian Academy of Arts. Her recent projects include “Absolute Dot” at the North Dakota Museum of Art (2008); “Beyond Printmaking” at Contemporary Art Galery U Jezuitow in Poznan, Poland (2009), and Calgary, Canada (2010); “Green Grass Dot” at the Winnipeg Art Gallery (2012); and “Cool Dot” grass installations at the Forks, Winnipeg (2013 & 2014,15,16), and ForestDot exhibition and artist residency at the Baker Museum in Naples, Florida (2015/16).
Lot #04
Amethyst & Diamond White Gold Ring
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$1850 Josef Ryan Diamonds
A beautiful natural Amethyst in a bed of ten round brilliant diamonds make this 14K white gold ring from Josef Ryan diamonds a stunner. Appraised at $1,850 value, this ring is a wonderful addition to your collection.
Lot #05
Marabou-Trim Shawl
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$850
A Montreal Friend
Unleash your inner Marilyn Munroe with this fantastic marabou shawl. No less than The Metropolitan Museum declares ‘no object better epitomizes the sex kitten glamour of the 1950s than marabou.’
Lot #06
Backyard BBQ Oasis
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$5990 Barkman Concrete St. Mary’s Garden Centre
The ultimate BBQ setup could be yours with a fantastic backyard oasis from Barkman Concrete & St. Mary’s Garden Centre. You’ve been dreaming about it. Now is the time to act! Includes stone oasis kit and $500 Gift Certificate to St. Mary’s Garden Centre.
Lot #07
The Asper Foundation Opening Night Gala with
Emanuel Ax
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$2000
Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra
Two tickets to The Asper Foundation Opening Night Gala, featuring international piano star Emanuel Ax. Includes VIP reception, prime concert seats and an exclusive luxurious dinner with Emanuel Ax on the Piano Nobile of Centennial Concert Hall. Less than 100 seats available.
Lot #08
Ride in Cavalia!
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$2500Priceless Cavalia
An amazing prize. 10 VIP tickets to Cavalia plus the opportunity to ride in the show yourself! Cavalia’s Odysseo is a spectacular journey, transporting the audience to the most beautiful places in the world, they might otherwise not have the opportunity to experience, incorporating the true majesty and poetry of horses in total freedom.
Lot #09
Silent Auction
Ready for Summer! Granville EVO Modern City Bike Bike helmet Your choice of scarf
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$1000
Lifesport Ltd. A Montreal Friend Lucienne Blouw
Rediscover the freedom of summer with this beautiful-styled modern city bike. A lightweight aluminum frame, all-weather disc brakes and hill-flattening 8-speed drivetrain add-up to make the Granville the only bike you’ll need in your urban quiver. Includes helmet and your choice of luxury scarf to keep you in safety and style.
Lot #10
Spruce Up Your Space Hue Personal Wireless Lighting Starter Kit Amazon Echo Dot Signature Cleaning Services $250 Gift Certificate Professional Design Services by Olendia Design New York Art Photo Print by Keith Levitt Photography
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$914
Compass Accounting, Signature Cleaning Services, Olendia Design, Keith Levitt Photography
Refine your space with this package of modern touches including cutting edge wireless ambient lighting, portable wireless audio, a design consultation, a deep clean from Signature Cleaning services, and a beautiful new print from Keith Levitt Photography.
Lot #11
Taking the Leadership Journey Intentional People Leadership for Two
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$2600 Acuity HR Solutions
Leaders across all industries will find benefit in this 4-day course designed to build effective tools and strategies for a stronger work culture and team. This package offers 2 registrations to the Intentional People Leadership Training Course, and includes 3 books that will continue to enhance the leader’s journey.
Lot #12
School’s Out for Summer Manitoba Children’s Museum package Kids Paint classes 6 Manitoba Museum Passes 2 for 1 Archery Lessons
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$800
Manitoba Children’s Museum Manitoba Museum Heartland Archery
A great package for active families. Take your family and friends (up to 20 total) for a Birthday shindig at the Children’s Museum. Then get your kids painting with a deluxe art easel. Don’t forget to see the renovated Nonsuch exhibit and then try something new with archery lessons.
Lot #13
Jets Night Out 2 Centre Ice tickets for a Winnipeg Jets home game in the 18-19 season Adam Lowry Signed Jets Jersey Earls on Main $50 Gift Certificate
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$700 Quantum Graphics True North Sports + Entertainment Earls on Main
Great seats for our favourite team. The perfect gift for a friend or one of your star performers with this Jets Night Out package including row 6 centre ice tickets next season, Adam Lowry signed jersey and $50 off dinner at Earls on Main.
Lot #14
The Ultimate Mother’s Day Package Beyond Flowers $75 Gift Certificate Two Tickets to a WSO Performance Anne Fallis Elliott pottery Set of 4 Porcelain Tea Cups Baroque Pearls Hand-painted, 22 gram pure silk scarf with hand-rolled edge from Nepal - Great Bhuddhist artwork Homedics Pedicure Spa Footbath with Heat
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$1500
Beyond Flowers Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra A Montreal Friend Diamond Athletic
Have you underdelivered on Mother’s Day the last few years? Make it up big-time with flowers, ceramic art, a lovely set of tea cups, baroque pearl necklace and a lush, hand woven 22 gram pure silk scarf from Nepal. What better way to say “I love you mum”?
Lot #15
Discover Manitoba Made in Manitoba Gift Basket – includes $120 Thermea gift certificate & Inn at the Forks overnight stay Folk Festival Weekend Pass 2 “VIP 6” Passes Winnipeg Theatre Fringe Festival - July 18-29
Folklorama Tour Visa for 2
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$1694 Red River Mutual Winnipeg Folk Festival Winnipeg Fringe Theatre Festival Folklorama
Show off our great province to new arrivals or rediscover what we have to offer yourself. This package promises a summer full of fun, laughter, and great music. Includes one night at Inn at the Forks, a relaxing trip to Thermea spa, plus passes to the Folk Festival, Fringe Festival and Folklorama, plus gifts from Red River Mutual Made in Manitoba gift basket.
Lot #16
Hit the Rails Via Rail Gift Certificate Scarf Voucher
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$2250 Via Rail A Montreal Friend
Get out and see our beautiful country with this Via Rail gift voucher. Always dreamed of taking a luxury sleeper car across Canada? Now is your chance with a $2,000 Via Rail gift certificate. Plus, make sure your fashionable with a lovely hand-woven cashmere scarf from our scarf boutique.
Lot #17
Amelia Earhart Chic Women’s Aviator Fur Hat Printed Silk Scarf
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$475 Crown Cap A Montreal Friend
The perfect pairing: a luxurious pink shearling aviator from Crown Cap with a lovely silk print scarf. You are ready for adventure.
Lot #18
Lindbergh Never Looked This Good Men’s Aviator Fur Hat Men’s silk scarf
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$595 Crown Cap A Montreal Friend
You’ve always wanted one, now’s your chance. The perfect hat for our blustery Manitoba winters. A deluxe aviator from Crown Cap plus matching hand loomed silver cashmere and silk scarf from Nepal.
Lot #19
Take Me Out To The Ball Game Winnipeg Goldeyes Skysuite
VALUE:
$850
Generously Donated by
Winnipeg Goldeyes
Enjoy a Winnipeg Goldeyes Private Skysuite with 20 of your friends and family. The perfect summer evening with another of our champion teams.
Lot #20
Fly Me To The Moon
(well, not really, but anywhere else in the world) Air Canada Trip for Two anywhere Air Canada Flies Economy
VALUE:
$3500
Generously Donated by
Air Canada
Let your imagination take flight with this gift certificate to any destination in the world served by Air Canada. Some restrictions apply. See certificate for details.
Lot #21
Equestrian Adventure Equestrian Trials 10 Riding Lessons
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$750 Gerri Sweet, Rocky Road Performance Horses Lucienne Blouw
July 15 or 16, 2018 - VIP experience of an equestrian event live in action! Manitoba Horse Trials is a Provincial club that supports and promotes the Olympic sport of 3-Day Eventing. Eventing combines the three disciplines of Dressage, Cross Country Jumping and Stadium Jumping over two days. Take your equestrian passion to the next level with 10 riding lessons at Rocky Road Performance Horses ranch.
Lot #22
A Season of Pointe and Plie RWB Season Tickets $100 Rae & Jerry’s Gift Certificate
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$804 Royal Winnipeg Ballet Rae & Jerry’s
Music and dance, for the whole season. Join the Royal Winnipeg Ballet in their 2018-19 season with prime seats.
Lot #23
For Book Lovers $500 Gift Certificate Village Optical Reading Lap Robe $200 Indigo Gift Certificate 2 Coffee Table Books
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$1095 Village Optical A Montreal Friend WSO Friesens Printing
Stay home and read! A great package for those of us who like nothing better than to curl up with a good book. Update your lenses with a $500 gift certificate from Village Optical, get comfy in a luxiurious reading lap robe, and then refresh your bookshelf at Indigo.
Lot #24
Dinner and a Symphony Dinner & Symphony for 4 three-course dinner catered by Bergmann’s on Lombard, Premium Loge Seating and access to the Red Room Lounge
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$1130 Bergmann’s on Lombard Five Star Limousine Service Paul Walsh
Enjoy a delightful evening at the Centennial Concert Hall with an exceptional gourmet dinner from Bergmann’s On Lombard plus premium tickets to one of 4 Dinner & a Symphony concerts in the WSO’s 2018-2019 season. Limo service to and from the Concert Hall.
Lot #25
All The World’s A Stage! Royal MTC Mainstage Subscription for Two
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$700 Royal Manitoba Theatre Centre
Take in the Royal Manitoba Theatre Centre’s full 2018-2019 season with a premium Mainstage subscription package. From Sense and Sensibility to A Doll’s House Pt 2, you will be touched, you will be moved, and you won’t regret a moment of it.
Lot #26
Collaborative Paint Party Collaborative Paint Party for 12 with Cori Jaye Frescolio and Wine
VALUE:
$470
Generously Donated by
Cori Jaye Frescolio
Gather together colleagues or friends for a fun afternoon or evening of artistic discovery. Together you will create a new artwork that is greater than the sum of its parts. Plus great snacks from Frescolio and a little wine to keep you in top shape.
Lot #27
Inferno’s Bistro Extravaganza Inferno’s Dinner Extravaganza for 8 Round Trip Limo Service
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$900
Inferno’s Bistro Five Star Limousine Service Paul Walsh
Assemble your close friends and take a limo to a wonderful evening of dining at Inferno’s Bistro. Includes four-course dinner for eight paired with Chef Fern’s private wine selection.
Lot #28
Work It Like Serena Williams Serratus Personal Training Starter Package Intro to Core Centric Pilates 3-Month Membership - Taylor Tennis
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$1210
Serratus Movement Centre Core Centric Pilates Taylor Tennis
Who’s to say you aren’t the next Serena Williams or John McEnroe? Start with three months membership at Taylor Tennis, then work it out and de-stress with an intro Pilates package. Strengthen and tone for those summer sports, or just relaxing on the beach.
Lot #29
Backyard Sanctuary Monarch Landscaping Spring Cleanup Sage Garden Gift Basket Manitoba Gardener Gift Package Landscape consultation with architect Dirk Blouw
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$1025
Monarch Landscaping Sage Garden Herbs Manitoba Gardener Dirk Blouw
It’s time to get the garden back into shape. This package gives you an instant edge create that perfect patio and tidy up the hedges before barbeque season.
Lot #30
In Vino Veritas ;) Seville Wavy Wine Rack RCA 18 Bottle Wine Cooler + wine Fine oils and vinegars tasting by Frescolio
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$650 Lucienne Blouw
If you love a glass of the grape, set yourself up with this 18-bottle wine cooler. Includes a lovely selection of white wines, plus the accessories that an oenophile can’t be without - aerator, decanter, cork screw, and more. Plus great snacks from Frescolio to keep you in top shape.
Lot #31
Romantic Night Out Inn at the Forks Deluxe Bed & Breakfast $100 Gift Card for SMITH Restaurant 2 Premium WSO Tickets Round Trip Limo Service
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$800
Inn at the Forks WSO Five Star Limousine Service
Treat someone special in your life to a night away from it all. You’re an instant romantic superstar with 2 tickets to a WSO concert, dinner at SMITH restaurant, and then a one-night stay at the Inn at the Forks. Who doesn’t love special treatment?
Lot #32
Office Update Commercial Keurig Coffee Maker Bose Soundlink Revolve Bluetooth Speaker Lux Gray 1.5 Hours Consultation with Ka-os Interior Design Coffee Table Book for Office Reception Area Obusforme Deep Kneading Shiatsu Cushion with Heat $800 off your new office chair
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$1655
Marnie Hellner Friesens Printing Diamond Athletic Cunningham Business Interiors Ltd.
Become the office hero! Replace the old drip coffee maker with a Keurig, and kick off an office party with the sounds of a Bose Soundlink Bluetooth speaker. Consult with interior specialist Marnie Hellner to redesign your space for functionality and modern style. Make the office your new retreat.
Lot #33
Epicurean Experience Cafe Dario Dinner Experience
VALUE:
$300
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Cafe Dario
A gourmet escape at CafĂŠ Dario. Chef Dario will treat four people to dinner and two bottles of wine. Exceptional taste for the palate that always asks for more.
Lot #34
Pampered Puppy Package Puppy Accessories Pack Sprockett’s Doggy Day Camp service vouchers
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$250 Sprockett’s Doggy Day Camp
Show your puppy some love with this set of gifts that will surely return in exponential cuddles.
Lot #35
Hermetic Code Tour Manitoba Film and Music Gift Basket Hermetic Code Tour with Dr. Frank Albo Hy’s $100 Gift Certificate
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$834
Manitoba Film & Music Dr. Frank Albo
Explore the Manitoba Legislative Building’s history steeped in the mystery of the masons in the Hermetic Code tour for you and guest. Enjoy dinner at Hy’s, and take in the creativity and skill of Manitoban filmmakers and musicians.
Lot #36
Guys’ Night Out The Brewmaster’s Experience with the Little Brown Jug Brewing Company Round Trip SUV Stretch Limo
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$650
Little Brown Jug Five Star Limousine Service Paul Walsh
The Brewmaster Experience - get the inside scoop on the barley, the brewery, and the beer! Enjoy a private tour for 8 of Little Brown Jug’s brewery with a tasting that will make a connosseiur out of you. Take the gang with you in a stretch SUV limo, the only way a brewmaster rides.
Lot #37
Rocky Mountain Vacation 6 nights at Lake Louise Inn (Alberta) for two Shuttle service to Lake Louise Ski Resort
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$1100 Shelter Canadian Properties Ltd.
Answer the call of the wild with a vacation in one of Canada’s most beautiful locations. Enjoy seven days and six nights at Lake Louise Inn for two. The perfect place for dog-sledding, skiing, hiking and more. Shuttle service to Lake Louise Ski Resort.
Lot #38
Canoe Special Winnipeg Canoe Rentals $500 Gift Certificate
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$500 Winnipeg Canoe Club
Summertime for the adventurous spirit. Your very own canoe is within reach with a $500 gift certificate towards the purchase of a Clipper ultralight/Kevlar canoe, or $250 off Clipper Fibreglass canoes.
Lot #39
Shania Twain Box Seats Two Shania Twain tickets VQ Salon Style Services: 1 Wash and blowout per month for a year Round Trip Limo Service
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$1305
Winnipeg Free Press VQ Salon Five Star Limousine Service Paul Walsh
Rock out looking like a superstar when Shania Twain performs at Bell MTS Place on May 13th. You and a guest will be thrilled in the Winnipeg Free Press private suite, and the VQ Salon will have you looking your best. Sure to impress even the harshest critic!
Lot #40
Summer Games Round of Golf for 4 plus cart at Pineridge Golf Club
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$400 Pineridge Golf Club
Pine Ridge provides a true test for golfers of all skill levels. Founded in 1912, Pine Ridge is an exquisite Donald Ross designed course. At 6600 yards, it is not particularly long by today’s standards. However, what it gives up in length, it more than makes up for with strategically placed hazards, elevation changes and challenging greens. Always quick, immaculate and undulating the putting surfaces are beguiling even for the travelling professional. Enjoy a game of golf with three friends, plus cart rental, on a sunny summer day.
Lot #41
Created Live by Nereo Original Canvas Artwork created live during the evening by Nereo
VALUE:
$1000
Generously Donated by
Nereo
A piece of the evening will come to life in this artwork created live by rising star, Nereo. Take home the magic that was created before your eyes.
Lot #42
I’m Sorry, Honey Morden’s Chocolates Gift Basket $200 off Custom Jewellery Remounting at the Diamond Gallery Aveda Gift Basket Baroque Pearl Necklace 2 Kat & Gio Aromatherapy Gemstone Candles
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$1015 Morden’s Chocolates Diamond Gallery Aveda Institute A Montreal Friend Stella Mazza
You can’t stay mad for long with these beautiful pieces. It’s a treat for that person in your life who deserves a thank you, an apology, or a just special pick-me-up. With gifts like these, you may even want to say “sorry” to yourself!
Lot #43
Up Your Team’s Game John Maxwell Leadership Seminar Workshop
VALUE:
$750
Generously Donated by
Art Alexander & Associates
Inc. Magazine voted John Maxwell as the #1 leadership and management expert in the world! Take advantage of 40+ years of proven leadership curriculum delivered by Art Alexander and equip your team with the every best leadership skills, tools and resource to make you more successful in life and in business. Includes 2-hour leadership seminar for 12+ people plus 2 half-hour individual coaching sessions.
Lot #44
The Spirit of Giving $1000 worth of donated produce
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$1000
Schriemers Family Farm
Make an amazing difference in the lives of many Winnipeggers in need with a nutritious meal. Schriemers Family Farm will donate one thousand dollars worth of fresh produce to the charity of your choice, in your name. A meal to nourish the soul.
Lot #45
Genuine Sterling Silver Antique Serving Set Antique Sterling Silver Serving Ware
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$1165 A Montreal Friend
Antique and authentic sterling silver pieces to accentuate your table. These pieces come from the US, Italy, and England. Silver hallmarks denote the authenticity of these legacy pieces.
Lot #46
Refined Brew Imari Porcelain Tea Cups set of 4
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$150 A Montreal Friend
Take tea time to the next level with four museum-quality tea cups based on the traditional Imari design. These four unique porcelain cups and saucers are the perfect way to sip the most refined brew.
Lot #47
Making the Move: Condo Compendium $200 Dufresne Furniture Gift Certificate Lyn Fenwick and Co. Interior Design 3-hour consultation Traditional Design Wool Rug, 7’ x 9’ Bose SoundTouch 10 Wireless Music System $500 Quick Transfer Moving Gift Certificate Persian Design Rug 5’7” x 7’10” made in Belgium
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$2550
Lyn Fenwick Dufresne Furniture Kalora Quick Transfer Moving
Are you thinking about downsizing and making the move to a condo? This is package is your dream come true. Consult with an interior designer on your how to use your existing pieces in the new space, and then give your new place a fresh feel with décor with Dufresne Furniture, Bose Wireless Sound System, and a beautiful area rug. The move itself will be a breeze with $500 off Quick Transfer Movers.
Lot #48
Violinist “Number Nine�
VALUE:
$3400
Generously Donated by
Phil Brake
Phil Brake is a Manitoba artist who draws from nature to create vibrant and shimmering paintings on silk. Phil attributes growing up in California near the Sierra Nevadas to a lifelong love of clear mountain streams and splashes of wildflowers. His paintings are represented in private, corporate and government collections in Canada, the US and abroad.
Lot #49
Le Serie – I Des Grandes Classiques Framed original artwork by Ludolf R. Grolle
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$2750 Grollé Fine Art
This painting is the first in a series of three - painted originals, by Ludolf R. Grollé, from Ludolf’s last show in 2016. The pieces depict the three stages of life, in its abstract form. This painting is about the “renaissance” of one’s “raison d-être” and chosen for the sentiments this visual allegory represents, a new beginning, a continuity of entity and so much more. The essence of the WSO Gala is well reflected in the motivation of this creation, according to the artist. The colours and message of the work may become even more meaningful when enhanced by music.
Lot #50
Prairie Lake Prairie Lake, Acrylic on Paper, Framed 13, x 40
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$3200 Katherine Bruce
Katharine Bruce is a Contemporary Woman Painter who specializes in paintings, drawings, mixed media and photography. Her artwork embodies the spirit and soul of traditional art and design while exploring a wide range of cross media techniques. Her landscape works and architectural paintings explore a wide range of locations from Manitoba and the Prairies to New York, USA and around the world.
Lot #51
Warm October by Helen Sabados
VALUE:
$1500
Generously Donated by
WSO
Helen “Elena” Sabados starting painting, sculpting and drawing from early childhood. Elena was born and educated in Russia, completed Art school, University (Fine Art Teacher diploma) and after that worked there with new students as an educator. Elena used different kinds of art media and directions, such as oil, watercolor, pastel, clay, plastic, silk-painting, wood carving, doll and plush toy making, murals and interior design. She had lot of traveling in Europe: France, Germany, Italy. She keeps working every day and now she is not only a professional artist but she also works with students giving painting classes. “For me, portraits are talking, a spiritual mystery, an exchange of energy. A human being is a part of Nature, and Nature as a part of our life. My landscapes are not just some beautiful rivers, forests, etc. Landscapes for me, are a story, in which I want to share with everyone, who is willing to listen. Some stories are fun and bright, some are sad and quiet, but always full of hope. Faces and Places – that my well of inspiration and impressions.”
Lot #52
Birch Trees and Lights by Shenna Song
VALUE:
$500
Generously Donated by
Shenna Song
Shenna Song came to Winnipeg from China in March 2013 and started to work for WSO in July 2014. She took sketch, gouache lessons in her early years and acrylic lessons at Forum Arts Centre in 2016. She enjoys painting landscapes and nature.
Lot #53
Catching the Wave 35� x 30�, original painting by Shirley Elias
VALUE:
$2500
Generously Donated by
Shirley Elias
Shirley Elias first made her mark as an artistic force as a concert pianist, notably with the Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra under Maestro Bramwell Tovey. Her current incarnation as painter finds her marrying the art forms in works that often feature abstract music themes in bold strokes and colours. Her exceptional skill in capturing moments or movements of music and bringing them to life on canvas, has led to a high demand for her work, with more than one hundred private commissions to date including ones to Florence, Italy, and numerous sales.
Lot #54
Calm Afternoon Framed original artwork by Kirsten Britt Hanson 16” x 60”
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$2600 Kirsten Britt Hanson
A multi-disciplinary artist and professional, Kirsten’s paintings consist mostly of prairie landscapes, which she paints with acrylics and oils. The primary source of this imagery is from an area in southern Saskatchewan, the Qu’Appelle Valley, where her father’s family has owned a cottage for several generations. Although Kirsten grew up across Canada and in Europe, returning to the prairies has played an important part in her up-bringing, her connection to the landscape, and her art-making. Kirsten has concentrated on the prairie landscape for the past fifteen years and her work has started to appear in many private and corporate collections. With heroes like Dorothy Knowles and Greg Hardy, Kirsten continues to explore the infinite possibilities of the Canadian landscape, ever honing her skills and abilities as an artist and designer.
Lot #55
Water Dreams II by Paul Leinburd
VALUE:
$975
Generously Donated by
Paul Leinburd
Paul Leinburd is a photographer, designer, painter, Primitive Art collector, filmmaker and businessman. Born in Suceava, Romania, he has always been a visual artist in many media. Collecting primitive art and trading art works with friends of similar distinction. The masks of Papua, New Guinea and Asmat shields, hold a particular interest.
Lot #56
Churchill & Hudson Bay Helicopter Tour Tundra Helicopter Tour for 4
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$5000 Hudson Bay Helicopters Derek Longley
You and three friends will view polar bears living in one of the most pristine and beautiful natural environments in the world. Churchill itself is a unique northern coastal community offering visitors a warm and friendly welcome. From your vantage point inside our helicopter you will see polar bears living and playing on the tundra in areas only accessible by helicopter. We will fly over their icy habitat and land on the tundra to go inside a real polar bear den. This is truly an extraordinary experience that few have the opportunity to enjoy. The memories will last a lifetime.
Lot #57
Maria Aragon Private Performance
Generously Donated by
Maria Aragon Steven Norwack
Maria Aragon is one of the most recognized and prominent young person in Winnipeg and one of the most recognized young artists in Canada. Maria was famously discovered by Lady Gaga after posting a cover of “Born This Way� to YouTube. Maria was voted Entertainer of The Year by the Winnipeg Free Press, and Maria was the most searched term in Canada in 2012-2013.
Lot #58
Wave Interlake Artists’ Studio Visit our Manitoba Artisans Boutique by Janet Curse Thompson. ODTAA – Clandeboye, MB
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$100 Janet Curse Thompson
4 digitally designed and 3D printed in bronze or gold steel. All original designs and are limited print editions. a. Gold steel pendant, sun design. $25 b. Gold steel pendant, squid design. $15 c. Bronze steel pendant $30 d. Gold steel pendant, stork design. $30
Wave Interlake Artists’ Studio Visit our Manitoba Artisans Boutique by Gayle Halliwell. Studio 410, Winnipeg Beach, MB.
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$275 Gayle Halliwell
“Franklin’s Folly” Encaustic 16” x 20”, framed
Wave Interlake Artists’ Studio Visit our Manitoba Artisans Boutique by Terry Mellway. Sandy Hook, MB
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$90 Terry Mellway
a. “Woodstork” colored pencil/signed and numbered 8” x 10” print $30 b. “Mistletoe”, signed and numbered 8” x 10” print $30 c. “Carnival”, signed and numbered 8” x 10” print $30
Wave Interlake Artists’ Studio Visit our Manitoba Artisans Boutique
by Rosemary Miguez. Up-stairs Studio, Village of Dunnottar, MB.
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$300 Rosemary Miguez
Bits of Roman Walls in Santiago de Compostela, Spain. These paintings are created with gesso & sand giving it a relief effect. Each painting has a 4” insert of a piece of the old Roman Wall which is surrounded by trees. a. 12” x 12” sandy & gesso painting. $150 b. 12” x 12” sandy & gesso painting. $150
Wave Interlake Artists’ Studio Visit our Manitoba Artisans Boutique by Lorraine Bohn. Mixed media artist. Gimli, MB.
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$400 Lorraine Bohn
“The Collection” Acrylics – Collage 16” x 16”
Wave Interlake Artists’ Studio Visit our Manitoba Artisans Boutique by Carole Hebert. Cat’ch Yer Eye, Willow Creek Rd, MB.
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$165 Carole Hebert
a. Dicro Blue Stripe fused glass plate 8.5” in round $40.00 b. Celtic Knot Stained Glass 9.75” square $125.00
Wave Interlake Artists’ Studio Visit our Manitoba Artisans Boutique
by Ainslie Davis. Sweet Moon Studio Gallery, Sandy Hook, MB.
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$165 Ainslie Davis
“February” Acrylic 16” x 20” $165
Wave Interlake Artists’ Studio Visit our Manitoba Artisans Boutique by Linda Goodman. Rune Stone Design, Gimli, MB.
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$75 Linda Goodman
“Chakra Balance Sacred Geometry Crystal Grid” Semi-precious gemstones and quartz crystals, aligned in a chakra balance design, are hand-sewn onto a “tree of life” sacred geometry grid printed on linen paper. Activating the grid will invoke healing and insight on the physical, mental and spiritual levels. An explanatory booklet accompanies the shadowbox frame along with a crystal point gemstone to activate the grid. 6” x 8” $75
Wave Interlake Artists’ Studio Visit our Manitoba Artisans Boutique CJ Tennant. Matlock, MB.
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$215 CJ Tennant
Gemstone Necklace. A gemstone sterling silver necklace, including citrine, moonstone, and carnelian. $215
Wave Interlake Artists’ Studio Visit our Manitoba Artisans Boutique by Brenda Brooke. Breeze Designs, Winnipeg Beach, MB.
VALUE:
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$150 Brenda Brooke
“Storm Brewing” Necklace of Japanese Seed Beads. $150
Wave Interlake Artists’ Studio Visit our Manitoba Artisans Boutique Creative Art Experience Ekphrastic Poetry creation
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$185 Helma Rogge Rehders
H. RogueRaiders aka Helma Rogge Rehders BFA Hon. Ekphrastic Poetry adventure at the Wayne Arthur Gallery, 186 Provencher Blvd. 6 participants will create an ekphrastic poem – rhyme, free verse, anything goes. Refreshments provided. This little creative adventure can be a fun experience with 6 of your chosen friends. The delightful little gallery in St. Boniface offers contemporary visual art in an intimate setting. Browse through a plethora of art pieces, look at the artwork on the wall as well as fine sculptures. Then you decide on an artwork that resonates with you – Helma will coach you to create an ekphrastic poem based on the work. Let the play with words begin.