Thank you to sponsors, ticket buyers, and those who donated art, in-kind support and gifts to DARKROOM, the Museum of Contemporary Photography at Columbia College Chicago’s annual Benefit Auction on February 28. Co-chaired by MoCP Advisory Committee members Jessica Nielsen and Maggie Meiners, DARKROOM raised over $140,000 in support of exhibitions, publications and outreach. About 300 guests enjoyed a specialty bourbon cocktail by Angel's Envy, had their photo taken by celebrity photographer Marc Hauser, viewed special video installations by artist Jan Tichy, bid on artwork in an exciting auction, and watched as renowned artist Terry Evans was awarded the MoCP's inaugural Silver Camera Award, honoring her contributions to the field. The event was a night to remember and we are delighted to share photos below. Thank you for making this incredible night a big success! For those of you who couldn't make it, we can't wait to see you next year!
Details about the event were as follows:
195 East Delaware Place (plentiful parking is available at area garages)
Coat and tie required, no denim.
5:30pm - 6:30pm: VIP Champagne and Buffet Reception
Honoring Terry Evans with the Silver Camera Award with Auction Buy Now Rights.
6:30pm - 9:30pm: Benefit Auction
Please join the MoCP community for major architectural announcements for the Museum's forthcoming expansion and resdesign. All proceeds support MoCP exhibitions, public programs, and high school outreach. Enjoy food, drink, music, along with a silent auction of contemporary photography and experiences.
VIP Ticket, $300: Access to the Benefit Auction and VIP Champagne and Buffet Reception
Portfolio of 4 VIP Tickets, $1000
Individual Ticket, $150: Access to the Benefit Auction.
Portfolio of 4 Individual Tickets, $500
Benefit Committee
- Paul Berlanga
- Susu Block
- Whitley Bouma-Herbert
- Suzette Bulley
- Catherine Edelman
- Matt Goebel
- Mitch Gordon
- Claire Koeneman
- Susan O'Brien Lyons
- Monique Meloche
- Jackie Moss
- Kristi Nuelle
- Lisa Sandquist
- Sandro
- Jessica Tampas
- Albert E. Van Alyea
- Ginny Van Alyea
Benefit Sponsors
- Andreas Waldburg-Wolfegg
- Andrew Rafacz Gallery
- Angel's Envy
- Bulley & Andrews
- Carrie Secrist Gallery
- Catherine Edelman Gallery
- Chicago Gallery News
- Chris Olofson
- Corbett vs. Dempsey
- Gorman Cook
- Jessica and Fredrik Nielsen
- Jessica Tampas and Richard Lazar
- JHB Gallery
- Kristi and David Nuelle
- Latitude
- Lisa Sandquist and Peter Kinney
- Maggie and Mike Meiners
- Merrill Lynch
- Monique Meloche Gallery
- Ogilvy
- Pixelmint
- Richard Gray Gallery
- Stephen Kusmierczak
- Stephen Wirtz Gallery
- Supreme Frame and Art
- Untitled
- Ungaretti & Harris LLP
- William Blair & Company
- Yancey Richardson Gallery
- Yossi Milo Gallery
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