Celebrate women and girls on a magnificent Iowa Century Farm!
Melinda Foreman, Susan Frye, Michael Kienzle, Ann Mohr and Mettie Thomopulos will host the Second Annual Garden Party and Art Fair on Saturday, June 12, 2010 at the scenic Frye Kienzle Century Farm.
The fun begins at 11:30 am.
Over 25 Iowa artists and businesses have donated original works for the silent auction. In addition, unique container gardens and hostas will be available courtesy of Every Bloomin' Thing, Fountains of Flowers, Peggy Doerge and Wylde Wood Estates.
Art Donated by:
Artifacts Nancy Hauserman Patti O'Neill
Steve Atkins David Heffner Polly Pagliai
Bagolitas by Janice Cheryl Jacobsen Hope Plans
Chait Galleries Downtown Lonna Keller Kathleen Rash
Helen Dailey Michael Kienzle Shriver Ceramics
Steve Ford Karen Kubby Mark Stevenson
Wendy Ford Tom Langdon Marcia Wegman
Blair Foreman Dave McCartney Deborah Zisko
Stephanie Hamilton Loret Mast Peter Feldstein
Diane Naylor
Framing donated by Hudson River Galleries.
In addition, Accentz Jewelry, Bagolitas by Janice and Modela are bringing their unique jewelry and handbags to you with a portion of the proceeds benefitting Iowa women and girls.
Art Auction Preview
All items will be available for silent bidding on June 12. Bids may be email to info@iawf.org prior to the event. Proceeds benefit the Iowa Women's Foundation.
Ceramic Tile
This 4" x 4" tile is made in the UK exclusively for Sweet Bella by a single craftsman. Each tile is made in an incredibly labor intensive process that involves hand painting, inlays and glazing over three firings. A hanging hook is included on the back of every tile. This unique accessory was donated by Modela in Iowa City. More amazing items from Modela will be available for purchase at the Garden Party with 25% of the proceeds benefitting Iowa women and girls.
Valued at $58
Flowers and Vase
Acrylic on canvas by artist and physician Michael Kienzle. Kienzle's paintings feature many layers of background color applied using a variety of techniques to give each piece mood, energy and a sense of movement. Kienzle states that "painting has allowed me to discover a whimsical and child-like joy of discovery that enriches my everyday life." Framed dimensions 26.5" x 39". Framing donated by Hudson River Galleries.
Valued at $300
Monsoon
Oil Painting by Diane Naylor. Naylor exhibits her artwork in juried art-fairs, galleries and museums throughout the mid-west & abroad.
Raised in the rolling hills of Grant Wood County of Eastern Iowa, Diane Naylor attended Minneapolis College of Art and Design (MCAD) and acquired her Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from the Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design (MIAD) & has attended the Maharishi University of Management. From paintings, whimsical garden sculptures and many other creations, Diane's artwork is sure to charm any viewer. Framing donated by Hudson River Galleries.
Valued at $750
Clear Lake
Watercolor by Deborah Zisko. A knowledgeable presence at Prairie Lights Book Store, Deborah spends some of her precious spare time creating watercolor collages of the much loved Iowa landscape. Framed dimensions 19" by 15". Framing donated by Hudson River Galleries.
Valued at $400
Untitled
Pastel rendering of the delicate hibiscus
in bloom by artist Denny Hanson.
Unframed dimension 20" by 15". Framing donated by
Hudson River Galleries.
Valued at $200
Untitled
Pastel study of white tulips by Kathleen Rash,artist and
certified framer at Art Mission, Inc. Framed dimensions
25" by 13.5". Donated by Art Mission, Inc.
Valued at $225
Nuclear Test 2
Nuclear Test 4
Photographs by David Heffner. These photographs are part of a series that photographer David Heffner describes as "elaborate hoaxes". The photographs are created with a 4x5 view camera using rear-screen projection, fishing line, toy models, etc…. The flaws in the illusion ultimately reveal the hoax. Each image is 8.5'' x 11". Framing donated by Hudson River Galleries.
Each valued at $
Milkglass Necklace and Earring set 
By Polly Pagliai. Lovely milkglass beads are
intricately knotted with waxed thread. 18" necklace with pierced earrings.
Valued at $150
Vintage Amethyst Necklace and Earrings
Vintage amethyst neckace and earrings with delicate 14ct gold filligree leaves. Necklace has 18" chain. Earrings are screw mechanism.
Donated by Artifacts.
Valued at $30
Blue Shell Earrings
Perk up your summer wardrobe with these aqua teardrop freshwater pearl and shell earrings
from Accentz Jewelry by Stephanie Hamilton
Valued at $39
Lonna Keller Necklace
Lonna Keller's designs combine traditional elements with more industrial components to exude a sense of high spirits and effortless sensuality that can be worn casually , formally, or anywhere in between. 15" cord.
Donated by Lonna Keller Designs.
Valued at $185
Bagolita
The incomparable handcrafted Bagolita is both functional
and fashionable. Coral floral design. 9" x 14".
Donated by Bagolitas.
Valued at $79.95
Brittany Bagolita
This small clutch from Bagolita
is perfect for summer outings. 11"x 7".
Donated by Bagolitas.
Valued at $51.95
Amaizing Grace Mug
Beautiful handpainted ceramic mug featuring a corn goddess. Donated by Karen Kubby of Beadology.
Valued at $54
Pearl Necklace
Sophisticated six strand liquid silver necklace,
featuring white pearls and silver beads.
Donated by Accentz Jewelry by Stephanie Hamilton.
Valued at $129
5 Iowa City Men + 2 Germans Captured Forever on Film
Photographic collage featuring vintage photos from a
former Iowa City photographer. Donated by Mark Stevenson.
Valued at $350
Decorative Tiles
Created by Elaine's Photo Art. Contributed by Della McGrath.
6" by 6" tiles valued at $25.
Painting by Peter Feldstein
Original artwork by Peter Feldstein. Framing courtesy
of Nick Hotek at Hudson River Galleries.
Untitled
Photographs donated by Nancy Hauserman.
Each valued at $150
Untitled 
Photograph by Benjamin Chait
Valued at $160
Collage by Cheryl Jacobsen
Valued at $650
Elizabeth Shriver, Shriver Ceramics 
Sculpture
Valued at $150
Loret Mast Abstract Watercolor
Sea Islands I
Painting by Marcia Wegman.
Valued at $300
Peggy Doerge Container Gardens--
Parsley, Sage, Rosemary and Thyme
Green Succulent, Garden in recycled pot
Valued at $35 and $60
Forest Palindrome by Shirley Wyrick
Playing First Communion
Photograph by Tom Langdon.
Valued at $350
Painting by Steve Atkins
Valued at $350
Old Brick
Drawing by Steve Ford.
Valued at $100
Whimsical Floral Garden
By Fountain of Flowers.
Valued at $75