When can I bid on artwork?
All artwork will be available for online bidding beginning on October 16 at the Artist's Mixer. This event is free and open to all.
Silent Auction Closing Event: Friday, November 6, 6–9 PM
Participate in the silent auction online or join us at the ICA for the closing of the silent auction lots. This event is free and open to all.
Bidding will close in the following groups:
A–G with a closing time of 7:30 PM PST on November 6
H–O with a closing time of 7:50 PM PST on November 6
P–Z with a closing time of 8:10 PM PST on November 6
Annual Benefit & Art Auction (Saturday, November 14, 5–9 PM). Join us for this event and bid on live auction lots.
How can I bid on auction artwork?
Prior to the auction, all works will be available for bidding online through ClickBid. To participate, you will create an account using your name, email address, phone number, and a credit card. Once your account is created, ClickBid will guide you through the bidding process.
You can browse the artwork, place bids, and monitor your bids directly through the ClickBid site or app.
How can I buy tickets for the live auction?
Tickets for the live auction on November 14, 2026, are available for purchase here: https://app.etapestry.com/cart/SanJoseInstituteofContempo/default/category.php?ref=527.0.927567893
How do I see the artwork in person?
All artworks will be installed and available to view at the ICA San José one month before the live auction, from October 16 through November 14, 2026.
How do I pay for my artwork after the event?
A credit card is required to register for online bidding through ClickBid. If you are the winning bidder, you may complete your purchase with your credit card through the ClickBid app. If you prefer to pay by check, please let the ICA staff know and arrange to pay by check at the time of artwork pickup. In that case, you will not need to complete payment through the ClickBid app. San José sales tax of 10% will be charged on all purchases of goods.
ALL SALES ARE FINAL. NO REFUNDS OR EXCHANGES. Each auction item is sold AS IS without warranty. ICA San José reserves the right to withdraw any item at any time before the actual sale.
Can I make a Fund-a-Need gift?
Yes! Fund-a-Need gifts will be available through the ClickBid app during the Benefit and Art Auction. Your Fund-a-Need gift directly supports the ICA.
Do artists make any money from the artwork sale?
Yes, we are here to support art and artists as integral parts of Bay Area culture. Most purchases directly benefit the artists with some choosing to receive a percentage of the proceeds.
Are the artworks framed?
Unless noted on the item description in red, you can assume the work is already framed or does not require a frame.
How do I receive the artwork after the event?
All artwork sold through both the silent and live auctions will remain on view at the ICA through November 14, allowing guests to continue enjoying the exhibition and giving participating artists an additional week to showcase their work.
No artwork will be available for pickup on the night of either auction event. All purchased artwork, whether sold through the silent auction or the live auction, will be available for pickup beginning Thursday, November 19.
Most artwork will be available for pickup at the ICA San José starting the following week by November 19. Auction winners will be notified when their artwork is ready for pickup and will be asked to make an appointment. Please bring your electronic or printed ClickBid receipt as proof of purchase.
If you are paying by check, please bring your check with you at the time of pickup.
Shipping and delivery are the responsibility of the collector. If you are not local, the ICA can arrange shipment through a shipping company. Shipping will be billed to the collector at cost.
