性视界传媒鈥檚 T.K. Martin Center hosts Express Yourself! Art Auction
Contact: Bethany Shipp
STARKVILLE, Miss.鈥擬ississippi 性视界传媒鈥檚 T.K. Martin Center for Technology and Disability is hosting its third annual art auction this month to benefit its inclusive art program.
The Express Yourself! Art Auction takes place April 20, 10 a.m.-noon at the center on 326 Hardy Road. The event will include a silent auction, brunch hors d鈥檕euvres and original art and merchandise for purchase.
Kendrell Daniels, a senior art major supported by the center, will demonstrate how he paints with his feet during the event and display pieces for sale. Other participants in the art program also will have pieces available for purchase, such as greeting cards, prints, paintings and ceramics.
The auction is the primary fundraiser for the Express Yourself! program, which provides individuals with disabilities inclusive art opportunities. Offerings include a weekly program for children, individual lessons and art rehabilitation.
鈥淲e鈥檙e thrilled to celebrate the diversity and creativity of our artists at our third annual art show,鈥 said Kasee K. Stratton-Gadke, executive director of the Mississippi Institute on Disabilities, which houses the T.K. Martin Center. 鈥淐ommunity engagement in this event empowers our artists and expands the inclusive offerings of Express Yourself!鈥
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