Bidding begins for Eileen’s Angels

This is your opportunity to bid on artwork from renowned artists. Some of them are locals of our East End. The pieces of art are priceless. You can now view all pieces and place your bid(s) online at Paddle8.com.

Dan Rizzi Art - Petunia for Eileen

A piece from the auction by local artist Dan Rizzie

Petunia for Eileen, 2015
Watercolor, chine colle, aquatint unique impression

16 x 13.5 in (40.64 x 34.29 cm)


The Main Auction will be held on June 28 at Estia’s Little Kitchen Garden Party. It will be an evening of fine food, local wines & brews, and live music—a gathering of international & local artists for an auction of priceless works.

All proceeds go to support the Eileen Roaman Greenhouse at Springs Seedlings and Project MOST after school programs; which provide children with a range of after-school academic support & enrichment activities, including learning about growing & eating healthy.

Tickets to the event are $150 and can be purchased online at Projectmost.com. We ask that you buy them soon as they are limited.

For more information, the full list of participating artists, and our supporting Corporate Angels visit PROJECT MOST.


Participating local Artist Dan Rizzie

Dan Rizzie is one of the 44 participating artists who have donated a piece of art for auction. He is also one of the many who looks back fondly on his memories of Eileen Roaman.

Eileen was one of the first people I met 20 plus years ago, when I first moved to the area. She was a supporter of my art since we first met. And a real philanthropist. Anyone who knew her knew that whatever she did, she would always back it up with substance.

My feelings about this event are truly heartfelt. So when April Gornik called to invite me to participate—together with Colin hosting, who always has his heart in things—I felt this was appropriate. I am terrifically honored to be a part of Eileen’s legacy.”

Dan Rizzie - Hands at work

Photo Credit: Mansell Ambrose

Artist Dan Rizzie

Dan is the subject of the book “Dan Rizzie” recently published by
the University of Texas Press.
Visit his website: Dan Rizzie Studio

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