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Silver Eye Center for Photography
1015 East Carson Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15203
www.silvereye.org
Media Contact: Juliana Zipay
412.431.1810 x12, [email protected]
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
SILVER EYE CENTER FOR PHOTOGRAPHY HOSTS BENEFIT
AUCTION SHOWCASING FAMED AND EMERGING ARTISTS
PRESENTING SPONSOR: BNY MELLON
PITTSBURGH, Pa., April 9, 2012 – Silver Eye Center for Photography presents its 2012
Benefit Auction and Brunch at Pittsburgh’s Clear Story Studio on Sunday, April 29, 2012, from
11am to 2pm. The event’s Presenting Sponsor is BNY Mellon. Eric C. Shiner, Director of The
Andy Warhol Museum is the Auction’s Honorary Chair and Elvira Eichleay and Brian Lang are
the Co-chairs. This year’s guest auctioneer is Sara Friedlander, Specialist, Post-War and
Contemporary Art, Christie’s, New York.
A Singular Event, Now In Its 7th Year
The 2012 biennial Auction features an extraordinary selection of vintage and contemporary work
representing a long list of illustrious talent — from revered masters and prominent mid-career
photographers to an exceptional group of young, emerging artists.
The photographers include: Walker Evans, Berenice Abbott, Olivo Barbieri, Edward Steichen,
Charles “Teenie” Harris, Edward McHugh, Scott Conarroe, David Stephenson, Duane Michals,
Carrie Schneider, Tim Davis, Martha Rial, Ed Panar, Paul Caponigro, Fran Forman, Henry
Simonds, Akihiko Miyoshi, Rebecca Sittler, Dylan Vitone, Daniel Kramer, Aaron Siskind,
Abelardo Morell, and Jonathan Lewis, to name but a few.
Before the live bidding begins, guests will partake in a delectable brunch from Chef Bob Sendall
of All in Good Taste Productions. Complimenting this delightful menu are selected wines from
local vintner (and well-known photographer) Duane Rieder of Engine House Twenty-Five and
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signature cocktails from Boyd & Blair Vodka. New this year is a silent auction with an array of
items, from tickets to theatre and cultural events, to gift certificates for fine dining, Steelers
sports memorabilia, travel packages and much, much more.
Honoring Aaronel deRoy Gruber
A special highlight of the 2012 Auction is a tribute to the life and legacy of Aaronel deRoy
Gruber (1918-2011), a luminary in the field of photography and a generous patron of Silver Eye
Center for Photography and the arts in Pittsburgh.
Two vintage works by Aaronel deRoy Gruber are in the Auction, and they can be previewed,
along with other artwork and donated items at the Auction website,
http://www.biddingforgood.com/SilverEye.
Event Tickets & Bidding
Tickets are $75 per person. Advance tickets can be purchased online at
http://www.biddingforgood.com/SilverEye, through April 20, 2012 or by phone at 412.431.1810,
ext. 12.
Auction catalogue, registration and absentee bid forms can also be downloaded online or
obtained via fax or email by contacting Juliana Zipay at 412.431.1810, ext. 12 or
[email protected].
Auction Preview, April 6-25, 2012
Auction photographs will be on view at Silver Eye's gallery located at 1015 East Carson Street
on Pittsburgh's Southside. Hours are Tuesday through Saturday, noon to 6pm. Admission is
free and open to the public.
Gallery Talk & Reception, April 18, 2012, 6:30pm
Ellen Fleurov, Silver Eye's Executive Director, and Brian Lang, Curator, Corporate Art
Collection, BNY Mellon, discuss the pleasures of collecting photography and highlight works in
the Auction. Many of the local artists whose work is showcased will also be present. Free but
RSVP requested; please contact 412.431.1810, ext. 12 or [email protected].
Auction Sponsors
“BNY Mellon recognizes that the arts play an important role in developing and sustaining a
vibrant and creative society,” said James McDonald, President, BNY Mellon Foundation of
Southwestern Pennsylvania. “For 32 years, Silver Eye has been at the forefront of bringing
contemporary photography to Pittsburgh, and we are delighted to support this nationallyacclaimed organization and its 2012 Auction.”
“The 2012 Auction is our largest fundraiser,” said Ellen Fleurov, Silver Eye’s Executive Director,
“benefiting our award-winning special exhibitions as well as programs for students, teachers,
families, youth and adults. We are extremely grateful to BNY Mellon and to all of our sponsors
and participating artists, galleries and donors for their generous support of this event.”
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About Silver Eye Center for Photography
Silver Eye Center for Photography is one of the few nonprofit venues in the country devoted
exclusively to contemporary photography and the only one of its kind in Pittsburgh and the
surrounding metropolitan region. Founded in 1985, Silver Eye’s mission is to broaden public
understanding of and engagement with today’s photography and its essential role in
contemporary culture. We also directly support and encourage the creative and professional
development of local and national artists through fellowships, exhibition opportunities, programs,
and other educational resources.
Silver Eye is located at 1015 East Carson Street on Pittsburgh’s historic Southside. Admission
is free. Gallery hours are Tuesday through Saturday, Noon to 6pm.
For additional information and press images, please contact: Juliana Zipay, Membership & Marketing
Assistant, 412.431.1810, ext. 12, [email protected]
Photo Credits (left to right):
Isa Leshko, Blue, Australian Kelpie, Age 19, II, 2011. Archival pigment print. Courtesy of the artist and
Corden|Potts Gallery, San Francisco, CA; Daniel Kramer, Bob Dylan Backlit on Stage, Forest Hills Tennis
Stadium, New York City, 1965, printed 2011. Gelatin silver print. Courtesy of Arline and Daniel Kramer;
Edward McHugh, Laurel Hill 1, 2006. Wax-diffused pigment print. Courtesy of the artist and Gallery 339,
Philadelphia, PA; Walker Evans, Doorway, 204 West 13th St, New York City, 1931, printed 1974
(Publisher: Double Elephant Press; Printer Richard Benson). Gelatin silver print. Courtesy of Lee Gallery,
Winchester, MA.
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