The 2009 Awards Gala was a huge success and we would like to thank all those that participated. At the Awards Gala the TBBCA kicked off its "Save the Artist" initiative to bring more support to the arts and cultural community in Tampa Bay! However, the campaign is not over and we need YOUR help.

It is time for YOU to make an impact on our local arts and cultural scene by participating in the Online Artists & Art Auction. Your bid will immediately benefit our artists and put money in their pockets! Every dollar over the artist's wholesale cost goes towards the TBBCA's "Save the Artist" initiative.

Participation is easy, just click here to download the bid form and email it to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or fax to 813-221-1679. You will be notified if someone else outbids you, so that you can have the opportunity to increase your bid. We will accept credit cards, cash and checks. Call 813-221-2787 for any questions you may have.

To see the artwork in a high resolution image, please email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Thank you in joining the TBBCA in saving the artists!!

Online Artist & Art Auction

Two tickets to Tampa Bay Performing Art's Center's "Wonderland" & Wonderland Benefit
Starting Bid: $250
Don’t miss this special event celebrating the world premiere of the exciting new Frank Wildhorn musical Wonderland, an original production created by TBPAC. The Wonderland Benefit is an elegant and whimsical evening that includes pre- and post-performance festivities and priority seating to the performance.

Ambrosia Maple Hollowform By Rudolph Lopez
Starting Bid: $300
This crafted wood piece is made of Ambrosia Maple from North Georgia. The tree gets its name when small ambrosia beetles bore tiny holes into the tree and make it their home.  Standing 8” in diameter and 11” tall, this art form creates beauty from the imperfections of nature.

Two tickets one one "Encore Series" Performance at The Palladium
Starting Bid: $20
For 10 years, the Palladium has presented cultural programming for and by the community – music including jazz, blues, folk, gospel, bluegrass, Latin, classical and opera, plus original programming featuring dance and drama. Enjoy two tickets and help them selebrat their 10th anniversary season!

Four Tickets to see the Tampa Bay Lighting take on the New York Rangers
Starting Bid: $120
Watch the Tampa Bay Lighting take on the New York Rangers on Friday, November 27th at 7:30 p.m. from great seats in section 120, row H.

"The Pink Flamingo" By Artist Anita Long
Starting Bid: $120
Details: 16" wide x 12" tall, unframed acrylic painting on convex canvas.
The "Pink Flamingo" captures the essence of the flamingo with a graphic style that is sure to please!

Two tickets Family Passes to The Studio @620
Starting Bid: $100
The Studio@620 is brinign the community together through art and education by opening its doors to innovation and diveresity. Each Family pass includes eight tickets good for 620 event. The Studio@620 continues to successfully pursue its mission: to be an inviting, nuturing and welcoming space to the entire community.

"Departing" By Artist Armida Nagy Stickney
Starting Bid: $140
Details: 11" wide x 14" tall, framed acrylic painting. Armida's "Departing" represents the different mind streams of individual's consciousness. Everyone viewing this painting will come up with their different projections about the couple. Armida gave up her 30-year career with the Federal Government to become actively involved in her art.

Two tickets to the 2009-2010 remaining concerts with Florida Pro Musica
Starting Bid: $25
Be inspired listening to the unique approaches to classical music with Florida Pro Musica. Dates of shows: December 20, January 24, March 14 and May 23. All concerts begin at 4p.m. and are followed by a wine and cheese reception with the musicians.

"Peachy" By Artist Dasa Pierce
Starting: $1000
Details: 20" wide x 16" tall, framed oil painting. This painting is of peaches one can commonly find in the Czech Republic.

Four tickets to see "A Holiday Pops" with The Master Chorale and The Florida Orchestra
Starting Bid: $50
Sure to put a smile on your face and good cheer in your heart, treat yourself and a friend or loved one to a sleigh load of musical chestnuts, favorite yuletide tunes and best-loved Christmas carols ... all with The Florida Orchestra and the soaring voices of The Master Chorale of Tampa Bay.

"Channelside" By Artist Frank Bolock
Starting Bid: $175
Details: 37" wide x 30" tall, framed watercolor painting
Frank Bolock captured this view during a Senior Festival in Channelside. The painting won first prize in the professional watercolor division at the 2007 Strawberry Festival Art Show.

"First Tree" By Artist Hance Clay
Starting Bid: $1,300
Details: 4 ft wide x 6 ft tall, unframed ink and paper artwork. "First Tree" is inspired by Monet and depicts a soft view of a tree and river. Using an ink and paper technique, this work has its own natural look at nature.

"Buddha's Gift" By Photographer Jim MacNeil
Starting Bid:$75
Details: 14" wide x 11" tall, framed photograph. As a geologist, Jim has always had a special interest in photographing flowers and the earth. This photograph was captured on a trip to Thailand.

"Old Bull" By Jody MacNeil
Starting Bid: $100
Details: 24" wide x 30" tall, framed watercolor painting. This watercolor painting shows the majesty and force displayed by thie old elephant. Jody encountered this elephant while traveling in Tanzania with her husband.

"Maternal Instinct" By Artist John Henne
Starting Bid: $300
Details: 16" wide x 20" tall, framed acrylic painting on textured panel. "Maternal Instinct" reflects John's love for animals, particularly African animals. The use of the textured and blocked color brush strokes are idea for portraying the African wilderness.

"Florida Beaches" By Artist Julia Conkling
Starting Bid: $200
Details: 36" wide x 24" tall, unframed acrylic painting. The colors and smooth lines of "Florida Beaches" are what Julia Conkling feels in her heart and reflects her love of Tampa, Florida and the beaches.

"Raven's Moon" By Artist Lora Duguay
Starting Bid: $150
Details: 12" wide x 15" tall, unframed oil painting.
The symbolic meaning of the raven is that of change and transformation. This work of art was created by Lora after she recreated her own life after having postpolio syndrome.

"Colorful Old San Juan" By Artist Luis Rodriguez
Starting Bid: $400
Details: 24" wide x 18" tall, framed acrylic painting. "Colorful Old San Juan" is an actual street in old San Juan, Puerto Rico. Most of Luis's paintings focus on nostalgic sceneries and the beautiful landscapes of his native land of Puerto Rico.

Opera/ Zarzuela Concert with Tenor Paul Diaz-Cobo
Starting Bid: $1,000
Details: 1 hour opera performance with Tenor Paul Diaz-Cobo featuring works by Verdi, Puccini, Serrano, Grever, Spanish songs and Neapolitan Arias.

"Aquatic Cross Traffic" By Artist Peter Stilton
Starting Bid: $300
Details: 16" wide x 20" tall, framed hand-embellished giclee. The original painting was part of a series of paintings, most of which were inspired by an aquarium exhibition party on Harbour Island to raise funds for The Florida Aquarium. The artwork is embellished with metallic leaf.

"Inspiration" By Artist Tania Romero
Starting Bid: $500
Details: 36" wide x 36" tall, unframed oil painting. Each piece of Tania Romero's work acts as a catalyst, teaching and mirroring the many levels humans are capable of function on. A dream, a thought, an emotion - each piece is the visualization of the invisible.

"Desoto Park Relic" By Tatyana Hankinson
Starting Bid: $150
Details: 20" wide x 16" tall, framed oil painting. "Desoto Park Relic" is a painting of a real place in the Tampa. When Tatyana saw the abandoned cigar factor and the overgrowing palms, she was instantly inspired and new she had to paint the building in hopes that the painting can tell a story of Tampa's rich history and how things change.

"Sulphur Springs Tower - Daytime" By Terry Klaaren
Starting Bid: $550
Details: 18" wide x 36" tall, unframed acrylic painting. This painting visualizes the grand landmark of the Sulphur Springs area without inclusion of the Interstate corridor development. It empathizes the natural beauty of the inner-city Hillsborough River as a place of solace.