← Back to the Auction Catalog With its lighter palette, gentle gray veining, and rounded silhouette, this vessel has a calm, understated presence. It was turned from locally sourced wood by John Eslinger, who began woodturning in 1998 and now works primarily with reclaimed alder, cherry, and willow. A matching … Continue reading →
← Back to the Auction Catalog This golden-toned turned vessel showcases the expressive personality of the tree it came from, with a bold open knot and swirling grain patterns. Woodturner John Eslinger, who relocated to Lopez Island in 2018 after many years working with galleries in Illinois and Wisconsin, specializes … Continue reading →
← Back to the Auction Catalog Crafted by Lopez artist John Eslinger, this warm, copper-hued vessel highlights the character of locally salvaged wood. Natural cracks and darker inclusions run through the piece, giving it a rugged, sculptural presence without feeling heavy. John has been turning wood since the late 1990s, … Continue reading →
← Back to the Auction Catalog 4-Hour Birding Excursion with Peter Cavanagh & Beth St. George, with signed copy of “How Birds Fly: The Science and Art of Avian Flight” Book Discover the island’s avian wonders with two of Lopez’s most knowledgeable guides: award-winning wildlife photographer Peter Cavanagh and beloved … Continue reading →
← Back to the Auction Catalog Enjoy a simple, low-key Lopez treat with this gift bundle from Blue Heron Bistro. The $50 gift card is perfect for a relaxed meal out — burgers, sandwiches, salads, and daily specials in a welcoming, island-casual setting. To round things out, Blue Heron has … Continue reading →
← Back to the Auction Catalog Oregon artist Kevin Fulton blows vivid aquatic life from white-hot molten glass, a craft he’s perfected with the assistance of his wife Belinda over more than three decades. This glass trout was donated to our auction from the collection of Lopezian Randall Dickson. Donated … Continue reading →
← Back to the Auction Catalog Enjoy an afternoon of seaside elegance with “Tea by the Sea: An English Champagne Tea Party for 6,” generously hosted by Lopez artist Coral Lehtinen. Gather a group of six for this traditional English tea — offered island-style — and savor a beautifully presented … Continue reading →
← Back to the Auction Catalog This cheerful, leaf-filled composition comes from the personal collection of longtime Lopez supporters Randall Dickson and the late Ron Walters. Painted in acrylic on heavyweight paper and framed in warm, maple-toned wood, the piece radiates a sense of spring and motion — an uplifting … Continue reading →
← Back to the Auction Catalog “Chosen Journey” — Small Framed PrintArtist: Bruce Botts “Chosen Journey” is a small framed print that captures the distinctive, graphic spirit of beloved Lopez artist Bruce Botts. Strong black lines, torn-edged fields of color, and layered shapes create a scene that feels part abstract, … Continue reading →
← Back to the Auction Catalog $50 Gift Card • Bag of Granola • Bag of Coffee • Box of 1 Dozen Shortbread Cookies Bring a little extra warmth and comfort to the season with this thoughtfully curated bundle from Fine Mess, the new island bakery known for its warm … Continue reading →
