The Call for Artists--the artists' prospectus--was itself a work of art that circulated about the internet, attracting inquires from as far as California.

The opening reception was jam-packed with easily 600 people viewing the art, munching on the fabulous catering from Tony Mancini, quaffing some wine and listening to Higher Ground and other bands. People donated generously so that cots were recovered and the sale of art work raised much needed funds for OVEC.

Big, big thanks to Dr. Joseph Touma, Chris Worth, Clayton McNearney, David Seth Cyfers, Peter Massing, Poochie Myers, Allen Toney, Tony Mancini for catering (wow!), Higher Ground, Dennis Butcher at PJ Florist, One Track Minds, Plebe, Zach Kohns, Noel Sayre, Kathereine Mohn, Jarad Lemley, Grant, Michael Morrison, Joe Lung, Elwyn and Joan Bellis, Jonas McNearney and Stephanie for pouring wine until their arms were sore, Jeff Ruff, Ben Robinson, Emilie Ritchie, Micah McMaster, Sam St Clair, Jason Archer and Amber at the Java Joint for providing essential support, all the artists and patrons who made this such a super event. Without a huge volunteer effort, this event would not have happened.

A few photos from the event are below and in some of the news stories in the left column.

The venue was a former stock broker's office space, in the heart of downtown Huntington.

Hey, there's still ten minutes till the show opens, right?

Show organizer Chris Worth and Mingo County resident Wilma Steele with her art work.

One of the art works for sale.

Fractured earth--that's mountaintop removal for you.

Hihger Ground gets down.