Welcome to Our 2023 Virtual Art Auction!
Presented by the Torch of Wisdom Foundation and Detroit Fine Arts Breakfast
Winning Bidders!
Congratulations on winning the new artwork that you’ll add to your collection! Following are details about the pickup day/times for the artwork you purchased through the Torch of Wisdom Foundation, Inc. and Detroit Fine Arts Breakfast Club 2023 art auction.
Art will be available for pickup this Saturday, October 14, from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the Torch of Wisdom Plaza, 21819 W 9 Mile Rd, Ste 200, Southfield, MI 48075.
NOTE: You must have your receipt when picking up your artwork - you should have received the receipt from ClickBid via email after you finished processing your payment.
SHIPPING: If you live outside of the metro Detroit area and need your artwork shipped, we are happy to ship your item(s) to you; however, you (buyer) are responsible for the UPS shipping costs, which we will confirm and email to you. Once your shipping fee is paid, please allow up to 3 weeks for delivery. To make shipping arrangements, send an email to info@torchofwisdomfoundationinc.com (Please include your full name and delivery mailing address in your email correspondence.)
Thank you for supporting the Torch of Wisdom Foundation, Inc. and Detroit Fine Arts Breakfast Club!
About Our Event
The Torch of Wisdom Foundation and Detroit Fine Arts Breakfast Club are uniting once again to host this online art auction featuring some of metro Detroit’s most esteemed artists. The organizations formed the partnership in 2018 to present an arts education program designed to teach individuals how to identify and invest in original fine art. Proceeds from the online auction will support the Torch of Wisdom Foundation's education programs.
Torch of Wisdom Foundation, Inc.
The Torch of Wisdom Foundation, Inc (TOWF) is a 501c3 tax-exempt public charity that supports organizations and programs that promote scholastic achievement, cultural arts, and community enrichment. Established in 1993, the TOWF has provided measurable impact to southeastern Michigan through programming and funding initiatives focused on these areas. Mission: the Torch of Wisdom Foundation exists to support scholarship, cultural arts, and community enrichment.
Detroit Fine Arts Breakfast Club
The Detroit Fine Arts Breakfast Club (DFABC) is an art enthusiast group that supports the fine arts in the Detroit area. What started as a casual conversation about art between two friends at a local restaurant has transformed into a weekly affair where artists and art enthusiasts exchange ideas and support as well as see and buy original artwork. The organization started in 2009 and has grown in popularity in recent years, becoming a diverse group of artists, collectors, and enthusiasts. An estimated 100-125 people attend the meetings each week.
2023 Art Auction Committee
Beverly Allen, President, Torch of Wisdom Foundation, Inc.
Henry Harper and Harold Braggs, Founders, Detroit Fine Arts Breakfast Club
Sharon Gamblin and Drake Phifer, Co-Chairs, 2023 Art Extravaganza
Deborah Baber
Levera Bond
Harold Braggs
Joan Britton
Ursula Coleman
Arlinda Crossland
Debra DeBose
Yolanda Durfield
Sharon Gamblin
Henry Harper
David Mays
Karen Valentine-Melton
Patricia Millender
Oneika Mobley
Mark Morden
Drake Phifer
Priscilla Phifer
Charlene Uresy
Linda Whitaker
Tracey Williams
This year's auction includes more than 80 pieces of original artwork by established and emerging artists from metro Detroit. We're also excited to showcase artwork from two young people as part of our "Young Artists" spotlight. Sixty+ pieces will be available for bid during the virtual auction October 1-7, and 20 pieces will be up for bid during the live auction event on October 8.
Here are this year's featured artists:
