Please note:  All merchandise not picked up the night of the auction by attending winning bidders will become property of the Ocean's Abundance auction and may be resold. If you can not stay to claim your items, please make arrangements to have a friend collect them for you.

 

500 - Luminary Photography

Gift certificate good for one on-location family portraiture session and one (1) 11" x 14" fine art watercolor print. See www.luminaryphotgraphy for examples. Expires 30 Nov 2010.

Starting Bid: $80.00
Donor: Luminary Photography

501 -Rowley Children's Portraiture

Certificate good for one (1) photographic session of an individual child age 3 or above, plus one (1) 14" portrait on canvas with lavish artistry. Studio located in Costa Mesa. See www.bradfordportraits.com for examples.

Starting Bid: $200.00
Donor: Rowley Portraiture

502 - Bradford Renaissance Portraits 16 x 20

Certificate good for a professional 16 x 20 photograph by Renaissance of you and/or your family (no pets), richly embellished on canvas by an artist. Studio located in Costa Mesa. See www.bradfordportraits.com for examples.

Starting Bid: $250.00
Donor: Bradford Renaissance Portraits

503 - Bradford Renaissance Portraits 11 x 14

Certificate good for a professional 11 x 14 photograph by Renaissance of you and/or your family (no pets), richly embellished on canvas by an artist. Studio located in Costa Mesa. See www.bradfordportraits.com for examples.

Starting Bid: $200.00
Donor: Bradford Renaissance Portraits

504 - Handpaint Originals Brown Sheep Yarn

Beautiful! Ten (10) skeins of Brown Sheep's Handpaint Originals yarn in the Violet Garden Colorway. Each skein 88 yards; mohair and wool blend.

Starting Bid: $17.00
Donor: Brown Sheep Co.

505 - Brown Sheep Cotton Fleece Yarn I

Five (5) skeins of Brown Sheep's Cotton Fleece yarn in the grape colorway. 80 cotton/20 merino wool blend; each skein is 215 yards.

Starting Bid: $13.00
Donor: Brown Sheep Co.

 

506 - Brown Sheep Cotton Fleece Yarn II

Five (5) skeins of Brown Sheep's Cotton Fleece yarn in the grape colorway. 80 cotton/20 merino wool blend; each skein is 215 yards.

Starting Bid: $13.00
Donor: Brown Sheep Co.

507 - Lamb's Pride Superwash Yarn I

Five (5) skeins of Brown Sheep Company's Lamb's Pride Superwash in the Hazy Skies colorway. 100% wool in a lovely light blue, each skein is 200 yards.

Starting Bid: $17.00
Donor: Brown Sheep Co.

508 - Lamb's Pride Superwash Yarn II

Five (5) skeins of Brown Sheep Company's Lamb's Pride Superwash in the Hazy Skies colorway. 100% wool in a lovely light blue, each skein is 200 yards.

Starting Bid: $17.00
Donor: Brown Sheep Co.

509 - Framed Pastel by John Kelly

Original framed pastel artwork by OCS parent and artist John Kelly. 24" by 28". www.johnkellyart.com and www.jfkellydesign.com.

Starting Bid: $150.00
Donor:
John F Kelly Design

510 - "The Musicians" by Herta Galton

This original artwork of three people playing music, titled "The Musicians", is by Holocaust survivor Herta Galton.

Starting Bid: $80.00
Donor: Beth Krizek

511 - "Out to Sea" Lithograph

Unframed lithograph of well-known artist Ed Heck's "Out to Sea" painting. Number 24/25, 2005. 24" x 30". Solicited by Nazanin and Afshin Missaghieh.

Starting Bid: $100.00
Donor: Janet Emral Shaool & Mansoor Emral Shaool

512 - Canon Powershot

Ready for a new camera? This digital Canon Powershot A480 may be just what you're looking for!

Starting Bid: $33.00
Donor:
digit all imaging supply

513 - Debbie Bliss Wool

Beautiful Debbie Bliss Chunky Tweed in two colorways--light lime green (292124) and purple (292105). Three (3) skeins of each color. Solicited by Julia Caulder.

Starting Bid: $33.00
Donor: Wildfiber

514 - Sacred Portal and Altar

This mosaic mirror sacred portal and altar was made using repurposed china, glass, and marbles by OCS grandmother Yvonne Padilla. Solicited by the Scissors Family.

Starting Bid: $90.00
Donor: Yvonne Padilla

515 - Tatting Lessons

Tatted lace is an almost lost art that is easy to learn. It requires few tools and can be worked anywhere. OCS parent Billie Kariher-Dyer will provide supplies and two (2) 2-hour private lessons.

Starting Bid: $26.00
Donor:
Billie Kariher-Dyer

516 - In-Home Photo Session

Want some professional shots of a mommy-to-be, a family portrait, or quick picks? OCS parent and photographer Shannon Studstill Alvarez will come to your home. Includes one (1) 11" x 14" print.

Starting Bid: $100.00
Donor: Shannon Studstill Photography

517 - "Super Me!" Family Portrait

Gift certificate for one (1) "Super Me!" family portrait, for up to and including seven (7) family members. Finished piece to be frame ready and on archival stock. Please allow 1-2 weeks for completion of piece. "Super Me!" questionnaires for all members to be included in portrait must be filled out and turned in before work on piece can begin. Expires 20 Mar 2011. Solicited by Phaedra Cheydleur.

Starting Bid: $10.00
Donor:
Super Me!

518 - Fiber Art Workshop

One session of a 2-hour fiber art workshop for up to three (3) people. Your teacher is non other than OCS parent and crafting genius Phaedra Cheydleur. Additional people can attend, must pay class fee. Expires 31 Dec 2010.

Starting Bid: $35.00
Donor:
The Phoenix Gift

519 - Portrait in Graphite

Certificate for one head portrait in graphite, size 9" x 12" or smaller, by portraitist Susanna Luck. Portrait created using photographs supplied by winning bidder. Expires 20 Mar 2011. Solicited by the Chapman Family.

Starting Bid: $75.00
Donor:
Susanna Luck

520 - Hand-Crafted Holiday Ornaments

One dozen ornaments hand felted and beaded holiday ornaments by OCS parent Andrea Reibsamen.

Starting Bid: $50.00
Donor: Andrea Reibsamen

521 - Wire Crochet Lesson

If you can crochet, OCS parent Susan Kirschbaum can teach you how to make beautiful wire cuff bracelets with artistic wire, crystals, and beads. Two (2) hour lesson, Susan will provide supplies for one cuff.

Starting Bid: $17.00
Donor: Susan Kirschbaum

522 - Pottery Wheel-Throwing Session

This certificate is good for either a single pottery wheel-throwing session OR $45 toward a series of four (4) classes at Peach Tree Pottery (90066). Includes instruction and all materials, tools, clay, glazes, and firings. Expires Dec 2010. Solicited by Kate Savage.

Starting Bid: $15.00
Donor: Peach Tree Pottery

523 - Matted Beach Photo

Dreamlike photo of a beach setting with a piano. 5" x 7" color photo, with 8" x 10" mat. Solicited by the Schomer Family.

Starting Bid: $40.00
Donor: Kathryn Donohew Photography

524 - Tibetan Thangka

This hand-painted wall hanging depicts the Vajrasattva- regarded as having the ability to purify karma, bring peace, and cause enlightened activity in general.  2' x 3', (silk) black and gold border.

Starting Bid: $50.00
Donor: Maritza Mazariego

525 - "Flower in the Shade" Photograph

"Flower in the Shade" by Jorge Vismara. On paper, approx. 18" x 24". Solicited by Lili Bulhoes.

Starting Bid: $30.00
Donor: Jorge Vismara Photography

526 - Blue Tara Sacred Portal and Altar

Blue Tara protects the feminine while removing obstacles and many dangers. Made by an OCS grandmother, this piece features a silver tray, handpainted plates, a papier mache Nepalese mask, and jewelry. Solicited by the Scissors Family.

Starting Bid: $90.00
Donor: Yvonne Padilla

527 - Quirky Creatures Cards

Two boxes of Quirky Creatures cards, by OCS parent and artist Irit Cohen: elephants and quirky creatures, and quirky creature near cacti. Seven (7) cards per box.

Starting Bid: $16.00
Donor: Quirky Creatures Cards

528 -Leopard Quirky Creature Photograph

This framed 11" by 14" photograph is by OCS parent and artist Irit Cohen.

Starting Bid: $30.00
Donor: Quirky Creatures Cards

529 - "Happy Macaw" Canvas Print

"Happy Macaw", a limited edition giclee canvas print by Venice artist Marty Katon - the Crocodile Dundee of the painting world. 11" x 14". Solicited by Lisa Aycock.

Starting Bid: $40.00
Donor: Marty Katon

530 - Quilting Basket

Goodies for the quilter in your life: the book "The Complete Guide to Quilting Techniques" by Pauline Brown; three (3) sewing videos: A Simple Quilt, Pajama Party, and Basic Home Decor; and a sampling of quilting fabric.

Starting Bid: $26.00
Donor: Lisa Aycock

531 - Origami Designs Shadow Box

Twenty colorful origami designs mounted in a shadow box. 11.5" x 14.5". Solicited by Norah and Luisa Cichowski.

Starting Bid: $25.00
Donor: Ann Cichowski

532 - "4th of July" Watercolor

"4th of July" watercolor by artist Barbara Powell. 16" x 20", features girl with flag.

Starting Bid: $50.00
Donor: Kate Schlesinger

533 - "Summer" Watercolor

"Summer" watercolor by artist Barbara Powell. 14" x 18", features a bay in waves.

Starting Bid: $20.00
Donor: Kate Schlesinger

534 - Spring Watercolors

Two (2) small spring-themed watercolors.

Starting Bid: $40.00
Donor: Ms. Milly Gallagher

535 - Family Photo Session

Did you see his wonderful photographs of the recent South Campus Workday? Now you can have a family photo session with OCS parent and photographer Larry Hirshowitz! You choose the location--home, beach, park--for an afternoon of image capture! See www.hirshowitzphoto.com, www.leojackweddings.com, or search OCS-Chitchat for the workday link.

Starting Bid: $150.00
Donor: Larry Hirshowitz

536 - Buddah Mosaic Sacred Portal and Altar

This Buddah mosaic sacred portal and altar features broken china, glass, ceramics, papier mache, a blue Nepalese mask, and jewelry. Handcrafted by an OCS grandmother. Solicited by the Scissors Family.

Starting Bid: $90.00
Donor: Yvonne Padilla

537 - Circular Knitting

Ready to try circular knitting? This basket includes two (2) circular needles (size 3 and size 5), and the book "Very Easy Circular Knits" by Betty Barnden. The book covers simple techniques and features step-by-step projects.

Starting Bid: $11.00
Donor: Jess Morgan and Lisa Aycock

538 - Gator Mitt Kit

Gator Mitt making supplies from Morehouse Merino. Wool yarn and instructions for knitting some "scary" gator mitts for your little one! Child size S, M, or L.

Starting Bid: $10.00
Donor: Martha L Hall

539 - Print by B. Slotnick

Print features rustic tree image, minimal wide brushstrokes. Black paint on white paper. Solicited by Catherine Allison.

Starting Bid: $80.00
Donor: Double Vision

540 - Lamb's Pride Bulky

This is the yarn your children learn to knit with! Four (4) skeins of Lamb's Pride Bulky: one each in oatmeal, sunburst gold, old sage, and pistachio. 85% wool, 15% mohair. Solicited by Sophie Smits.

Starting Bid: $11.00
Donor: Brown Sheep Co.

541 - Handcrafted Guitar

This handcrafted guitar was made by J Perret in 2005 using Engelman Spruce, Indian Rosewood, and Brazilian Rosewood. It is based on the Martin 1.18 plan drawn by Ted Davis. It includes a new soft case and a stand.

Starting Bid: $40.00
Donor: Tammy Stanton & Tim Stanton

542 - Four Paint:Lab GCs

Spend and afternoon painting and creating! These four (4) gift certificates are each good for one (1) uninstructed lab fee (up to $20). Located on Main in Santa Monica. Valid any day they are open; adult, kids, and toddlers welcome. Expire 20 Jan 2011.

Starting Bid: $26.00
Donor: Paint:Lab

543 - Two Paint:Lab GCs

Spend and afternoon painting and creating! These two (2) gift certificates are each good for one (1) uninstructed lab fee (up to $20). Located on Main in Santa Monica. Valid any day they are open; adult, kids, and toddlers welcome. Expire 20 Jan 2011.

Starting Bid: $13.00
Donor: Paint:Lab

544 - Crochet Session

This 2-hour crochet session with OCS parent, crafter, and crocheter Audrey Morris can cover whatever you want to know: the basics, working in the round, changing colors, fitting, help with a specific project, or crocheted lace. The choice is yours! Expires 20 Mar 2011.

Starting Bid: $16.00
Donor: Audrey Morris

545 - Mr Bunn Kit

This new kit from Peace Fleece has supplies for a needle-felted bunny with a knitted vest. Solicited by Sophie Smits.

Starting Bid: $5.00
Donor: Peace Fleece

546 - Learn to Sew!

Wish you could sew? Here's your chance! This beginning sewing collection includes a gift certificate to apply to the Urban Craft Center's "Intro to Sewing" class, a copy of the book "Sew Darn Cute: 30 Sweet and Simple Projects to Sew and Embellish," and a selection of fabric samples and ribbons. Solicited by Sophie Smits.

Starting Bid: $50.00
Donor: The Urban Craft Center

547 - "A Sinister Tea in Tuscany" Painting

This beautifully framed painting features three women under and umbrella. 24" x 30".

Starting Bid: $45.00
Donor: Jill Ahearn

548 - Beagle Box

Handpainted wood heart box with beagle puppy by OCS parent Lisa Aycock.

Starting Bid: $13.00
Donor: Lisa Aycock

549 - Owl Box

Handpainted wooden box with owl. One-of-a-kind by OCS parent Lisa Aycock.

Starting Bid: $13.00
Donor: Lisa Aycock

550 - Horse Love Box

Handpainted carved wood heart box with two horses. One-of-a-kind by OCS parent Lisa Aycock.

Starting Bid: $13.00
Donor: Lisa Aycock

551 - Swirl Kitty Box

Handpainted wood heart box with calico cat handpainted by OCS parent Lisa Aycock.

Starting Bid: $13.00
Donor: Lisa Aycock

552 - Leaf Fairy Mobile

Waldorf felted doll hanging from Venice Beach driftwood, made by OCS mom Lisa Aycock.

Starting Bid: $20.00
Donor: Lisa Aycock