Join the Durham Art Guild for an entertaining and engaging virtual cocktail-making session (or mock-tail making session) as part of our 2022 Swing into Spring festivities! On Wednesday, March 30th from 7:00-8:30 PM, get ready to fill your shakers with ice and prepare two seasonal, art-inspired beverages: the Still Life Sour and the Fine Art Fizz. We're thrilled to have Kingfisher's Michelle Vanderwalker and food photographer Stacey Sprenz leading the evening's event, providing insights into the process of creating delicious drinks and talking about how art and food/beverage create an incredible experience when paired together. Zoom link and goodie bag pick-up details will be emailed to registrants!
Bios of our talented instructors:
Michelle Vanderwalker has always loved creating things with her hands. She was influenced and inspired by her grandmother, who taught her to see and value the design inherent in nature and to bring that inspiration into her work. Michelle is the co-owner of Kingfisher Bar, Queeny's, and Queenburger. Her talent for creating inspired, art-filled spaces is evident the minute you walk into these local establishments.
Stacey Sprenz, local freelance photographer and lover of cocktails, will team up with Michelle to create both spirited and spirit-free drinks for this class.
Show your support for Durham's continuously blooming and vibrant arts scene!
- Cocktail Conneisseur Ticket ($35) - Cheer to the ARTS! - This all-access ticket will provide you with a link to the live webinar, as well as a very special package of ingredients to help you prepare the cocktails, including a sample of bitters from Crude Bitters in Raleigh, a fig jam and lemon juice mixer, and garnishes. (This package can be picked up from the DAG Truist Gallery during specific time slots on March 29th and 30th - more details will be shared with those who purchase this option!) NOTE: Guests provide their own preferred alcohol or soda/mixer. Each goodie bag can make 2 drinks.
- Bar Bystander Ticket ($25) (no goodie bag) - This ticket includes recipe cards and the link to the live webinar! Provide your own beverage or ingredients and/or simply watch and learn some fantastic tips for top-tier cocktail arts! This ticket supports DAG.
- Donation in any amount! - Elevate the ARTS! - Any donation, big or small, will help DAG ensure this event's success and our ability to maintain our arts programming this year. You can donate if you can't attend but still want to support, or you can add an additional donation to your ticket purchase to provide an extra boost for DAG.
This virtual gathering is part of DAG's annual Swing into Spring Online Auction and Virtual Fundraiser. This exciting online auction features fabulous local artwork and amazing packages/experiences uplifting local businesses. Anyone can participate in the online auction March 25 - April 5. Check out the Online Auction through April 5 : https://durhamartguild.rallyup.com/swingintospring2022
All proceeds from this event support the programs and operations of the Durham Art Guild. While DAG is centered here in Durham, we work with artists and residents from ALL over the Triangle area and surrounding region. All donations to DAG, a 501(c)(3) organization, are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. Email us with questions at [email protected].
- The Durham Art Guild (DAG) is a nonprofit member-driven visual arts organization established in 1948. Our mission is to enrich and connect our communities by creating opportunities and providing leadership for current and future visual artists and art enthusiasts.
The Guild has supported the vibrant, growing and changing creative communities throughout the region for over seven decades and we need community collaboration to keep these efforts going:
- Art exhibitions across multiple public partnership venues showcasing over 300 regional artists.
- Arts related events including receptions, lectures, and professional development workshops.
- The Creative Mentorship Program, which connects local high school students and local artists for creative collaboration and exploration. In 2022 we will add larger group art activities with our Student U partners.
- The Artist in Residence Program, which provides local emerging artists with free studio space and grant $.
- The Art@Work Program, which connects local artists to local businesses and enhances our
creative economy. In 2022 we will roll out an online artist directory to easily connect local artists and patrons.
Financial information about this organization and a copy of its license are available from the State Solicitation Licensing Branch at 1-888-830-4989 (within North Carolina) or (919) 807-2214 (outside of North Carolina). The license is not an endorsement by the state.