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H-Town's Largest Silent-Art Auction Raises Quarter-Mil for Artists, Charity

H-Town's Largest Silent-Art Auction Raises Quarter-Mil for Artists, Charity

Art on the Avenue is Houston's largest silent art auction, with hundreds of artists showcasing 500-plus works from paintings and sculptures to artisan jewelry and accessories.

Last weekend's preview party touted bites from Alice Blue and a soundtrack courtesy of Virtuosi Houston. And a new addition to the weekend was Brews on the Avenue, which paired H-Town beers with pieces by local artists.

The three-day event at Winter Street Studios raised $230,000, all benefiting the artists and Avenue's mission to ensure affordable housing and stimulate economic development in Houston's underserved neighborhoods.

Charles Sapp and Karina Rojas

Jay Bradley and Amber McClure

Mary Lawler and David Ruiz

Jorge Sanchez and Sharifa Alhashimi

Julie and John Cogan

Beth Wolff and Steven Matijcio

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