2012 Silent Auction

Van Gogh’s Dog
An original print by Mendocino College Art professor Paula Gray.

California Poppies in Red by Gail Salituri
An original 9″x12″ oil painting from Lake County artist Gail Salituri.

Gail Salituri Prints Collection
One 36″x24″ print featuring irises, and two smaller pieces featuring grapes and pears, respectively, created and donated by Gail Salituri.

“Barn with Tulips” Quilt
A beautifully designed and crafted handmade quilt by Laura Fogg.

“Dragon Heart” Clay Sculpture by Gail Rushmore
“Dragon Heart” raku fired figure with dragon wrapping around by Gail Rushmore.

Specialty pet basket
A luxurious pet bed replete with toys and supplies to pamper and care for your favorite furry friend!
Donated by Mendo Lake Credit Union.

Lunch at Mendocino College Culinary Arts Kitchen
Lunch for six prepared by Nicholas Petti and his Culinary Arts Management students.

Mendocino College Auto Service Certificate
Full vehicle inspection and service for any car. Includes oil and filter change, replace cabin air filter, tire rotation, check all fluid levels, and more. Donated by the Mendocino College Automotive Technology program.

Newborn Basket and Supplies
A baby basket overflowing with state of the art supplies [click here for details], all the essentials for a newborn. Donated by the Mendocino College nursing program and director Barbara French, PhD, MSN, RN.

Home Inspection/Energy Audit
An evaluation of the physical conditions of your house structure and mechanical systems, identifying items that should be repaired or replaced. A custom report is provided within 24 hours of the inspection. Donated by Tri County Certified Inspections.

Hand-dyed and Handmade Silk Scarf
Hand dyed and created by well known and respected emeritus professor and fiber artist Holly Brackmann.

Mendocino College Sports Fan Package
2 Season Ticket vouchers, 2 logo baseball caps, XL logo polo shirt, 2XL Allstate Sugar Bowl hooded all-weather jacket.
Donated by the Mendocino College Athletics Dept.

Truett Hurst Wine Basket 1 & 2
Gift basket featuring Truett Hurst 2010 Rattler Rock Zinfandel and 2009 GPS blend Grenache/Petite Sirah, donated by Mark DeMeulenaere.

Wildhurst Vineyards Wine Basket
Gift basket featuring Wildhurst’s 2009 Reserve Merlot and 2010 Sauvignon Blanc along with picnic ware and Lake County Walnuts. Donated by Wildhurst Vineyards.

Photographs – Sunrise and Sunset on Orr Springs Road, Ukiah
Framed photographs taken by accomplished local photographer Tom Liden.

Fused Confetti Glass Dish
Lovely handmade glass dish, donated by Margie Koetzner.

Hand-Beaded Items from Guatemala
Guatemalan hand beaded purse, bracelet and earrings in gold tray, donated by Margie Koetzner.

Zoom! Teeth Whitening Treatment
Brighten up your smile with a Zoom! teeth whitening treatment. Get an average of 8 shades whiter in just 45 minutes with Zoom!’s innovative in-office procedure. Donated by Alan Limbird, D.D.S.

Painting – 6″x15″ Daffodil Study III
Daffodil watercolor painted by local artist Susan Sweet

Painting – 9″x12″ Monochromatic Frog Study
Frog watercolor painted and donated by Susan Sweet.

Polished Pewter Ice Bucket/Salad Bowl
Beatrice Ball Metal Collection polished pewter handmade ice bucket/salad bowl. Donated by Ken Chapman, proprietor of Habitat in Ukiah.

Photograph – Crescent Moon Rising
30″x24″Framed 36″x24″photo on canvas of a crescent moon rising over Duncan Peak, captured at Gala on the Green 2010 by photographer Steve Eberhard.

Dorothy Bush Hummingbird Watercolor
A lovely 22″x30″ hummingbird watercolor by artist Dorothy Bush in an elaborate frame, donated by Richard Cooper.

Exclusive Sonoma Golf Club package for 4
Tee off at one of Sonoma County’s most beautiful premiere golf courses—the Sonoma Golf Club. This package includes 18 holes of golf for 4, practice facility access and all cart fees at this exclusive, private, member-only course. Donated by John McMullen and the Sonoma Golf Club.

“Bug-A-Boo” Handmade Quilt
A colorfully whimsical handmade quilt created and donated by Edelgard Smith, wife of Foundation President Gary D. Smith

“El Capitan in Winter” Oil Painting
Framed 18″x24″ oil on canvas by artist and Foundation President Gary D. Smith.

Piazza de Campovida Suite and Dinner for 2
Be a special guest at Piazza de Campovida where you will find the beautiful comforts of a luxurious overnight suite accommodation and a dinner for two made by house chef  Sebastian Knox.  You will be treated to a sensational experience filled with the seasonal vegetables and fruits of Campovida’s organic garden and an exclusive menu paired with their handcrafted beers and wines.

“Dogs” painting by Eva Nicolait
This 24″x36″ acrylic on canvas painting is one of many by local artist Eva Nicolait, whose work can be seen at the Campovida tasting room and Piazza Campovida in Hopland, as well as Patrona restaurant in downtown Ukiah.

Abstract Giclée print by Tim Chadsey
Framed 9″x12″ abstract giclée print by Monotype and woodblock printmaker Tim Chadsey of Ukiah.

Parducci 5 liter of 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon
The equivalent of nearly 7 regular-sized bottles donated by Parducci Wine Cellars.

Parducci Etched Magnum of 2001 70th Anniversary Petite Sirah
A specially etched 70th anniversary magnum of 2001 Petit Sirah, donated by Parducci Wine Cellars.

2012 Live Auction items