INCOGNITO ~ New Art New Wine 2010

WINE TASTING & BENEFIT ART SALE: January 16, 2010, 6-8:30 PM
NEW ART 2010 EXHIBITION: January 17- February 28, 2010 

On Saturday, January 16, 2010, 6-8:30 pm, the d’ART Center hosted INCOGNITO ~ New Art New Wine 2010, an annual wine and champagne tasting reception with a new twist - a Benefit Art Sale! 

New Art New Wine 2010 is a fun filled evening including an international wine and champagne tasting reception. This year we are adding two Virginia Wineries for your tasting pleasure. As a bonus, guests will take home a very special keepsake d'ART wine glass to commemorate the evening's festivities!

Check out these fun event Photos:

 

ABOUT INCOGNITO!
Patrons - from sophisticated art supporters to first-time collectors, artists and art enthusiasts - are encouraged to trust their instincts and their eye to guide their selections, the twist - the signatures are on the back and the Artist identities are revealed only after purchase.

The element of surprise that underlies INCOGNITO reflects the element of discovery that inspires d’ART Center’s exhibitions, education, and outreach programs. All proceeds directly support the d’ART Center which in 2010 will celebrate 24 years of creativity.

For the  modest sum of $110.00, patrons can be the proud owner of an iconic piece of artwork and a d’ART Center benefactor. What’s the catch? The artists’ names are withheld until after guests hand over the check.  Each 8" x 10" piece is signed on the back; and the Center’s policy is strictly first come, first serve.

That means that the Artwork patrons suspect to be the work of a Master could turn out to be the brilliant work of a talented new Artist !
 
The purpose of INCOGNITO is not to confuse and torment. It is meant to tap into to the best part of any good exhibition. Viewers are challenged to "trust their instincts" and look for Art, rather than resale value. And patrons with $110 or $100,000 budgets have the same chance of landing their dream piece of art.

Come taste great wines and enjoy local favorite the Jim Newsom Band as they provide hot jazz entertainment. Taste the best of downtown with signature hors d’oeuvres by Shula's 347

The d'ART Center has had an amazing year with our educational and community outreach program, d'ART Smart, providing art instruction to at risk and under-privileged children in the Hampton Roads community.

Funds generated from the event continue the mission of the d'ART Center and support programs for the 2010 season.

2010 NEW ART NEW WINE TICKETS ARE ON SALE NOW!
$35 in advance, $40 at the Door

Call 625-4211 to reserve your tickets!

For more information, please visit or call the d’ART Center at 625-4211 or e-mail connect@d-artcenter.org .