3rd Annual ArtiCulture Piggy Auction

Flying Piggy 1: Green with Ivy

Elizabeth Greenbaum and Caylamina Roberts

Ivy communes with nature and considers herself the closest thing to an “earth mother” that is possible for a pig. Even with wings, she is mainly an earth-bound creature who is happiest when frolicking in the middle of the garden. Ivy’s oneness is so complete that she is totally unaware that all the other piggies are envious of her ability to be at peace in the dirt.

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The auction runs through Wednesday, November 18 at 5:00 PM. Bids can be made via web, in person at ArtiCulture (2613 E Franklin Ave, Minneapolis MN 55406), or via phone during regular business hours at 612-729-5151.

Current high bid of $75 from E.R.

Flying Piggy 2: Lucky

Emily Taylor

Lucky Pig is inspired by the symbolism of the Chinese dragon. Prosperity, good luck for the New Year, and a general well being is represented by the physical attributes of the beloved flaming, pearl-bearing dragon.

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Current high bid of $80 from E.S.

Flying Piggy 3: Swine Airline

James Powell

This pig was inspired by the creations of Japanese artist/director Hayao Miyazaki and the Studio Ghibli movies. "Now that I live in Minnesota, my family and I will be flying a lot." This pig shows different people traveling - the unlucky guy sat in front of the screaming child, the people trying to finish their books, the traveling companions, the first time flyer and the monkey eating a banana.

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Current high bid of $65 by T.S.

Flying Piggy 4: Day Off

James Powell

An idea inspired by those people you see on the streets that are clearly not going to work when you are. You may see them on your way to work, during lunch time or out of the window at your office. What are they doing? Why aren't they at work? Why can't I have the day off?!

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Current high bid of $75 from C.F.

Flying Piggy 5: Celestial Swine

Adam King
This pig is a nocturnal swine species who spends all its energy waiting for just one thing—the sunrise! Holding out for this one event is the highlight of this piggy’s “day”, happily it then settles down for a long nap until nighttime, where is roots around waiting … waiting … waiting for that one splendid moment.

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Current high bid of $70 from V.L.D.

Flying Piggy 6: Matilda

Kat Corrigan

Though this pig is painted blue, she’s not blue at all! Matilda is a whimsical piggy, adorned with extra flight feathers for additional lift on those windy days.

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Flying Piggy 7: Glam Pig

Jeannie Linzmeyer

The glam piggie is not afraid and proves that you CAN put lipstick on a pig. "This piggy was inspired by a friend of mine who loves all things girlie and flamboyant."

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Current high bid of $65 from S.J.

Flying Piggy 8: Can a Leopard Change its Spots?

Elizabeth Greenbaum

Not only can it change its spots, it obviously has the power to change its genetic makeup. Leopards spend much of their time in the trees, but this guy has no need to climb—by taking advantage of his flying abilities he can find the best napping spot in all the savanna.

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Current high bid of $95 from J.T.

Flying Piggy 9: Cyber Pig

Melanie Haskell

Cyber Pig - part machine and part pork. The ultimate weapon and the ultimate piggy bank!

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Flying Piggy 10: Mexican Folk Art Pig

Cherish Haskell

From El Dia de Los Muertos to Cinco de Mayo, this piggy (Spanish translation: cerdo) is a side kick for all your festive needs. !Ay caramba!

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Current high bid of $75 from D.B.R.

Flying Piggy 11: Patchwork Piggy

multiple artists, a collaboration of Partnership Resources, Inc.

Partnership Resources, Inc. (PRI) is a day program for adults with developmental disabilities. "We are pleased to team up with ArtiCulture in providing an accessible studio space in the community to PRI artists."

The PRI Patchwork Pig is a collaboration between the artists of PRI from the different PRI locations. Each square represents an artist. The artists enjoy coming to ArtiCulture so much that they wanted to help out by participating in this fundraising event for ArtiCulture.

The artists are: Andrea S., Ron C., Marisa, Jenny S., Marrie B., Beth A., Jamie S., Nymeh, Sophie P., Shirley Hu., Shirley Ha., Frank B., Alison, Karanja, Doug, Jeremy, ReneeS., Sam, Marcia C., Wia, Tom S., Michael C., Elijah, Sue F., Kathy D., Jenny B., Jim L., Jerry M., Kamia, Lyn J. and Dionne S.

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Flying Piggy 12: Swine Flu

Tracey Goodrich

In-flight or in-fluenza? This little pig is both doctor and patient. He not only sports a lab coat accented by an ammo belt with fully-loaded syringes, but is also bubbling with giant green viruses populating his piggy pink skin.

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No current bids. Minimum bid of $60.

Flying Piggy 13: Big Red Dreamer

Jill Eckhoff-King

Reminiscent of Monopoly and other money-making schemes, this pig is an entrepreneur who likes to live “high on the hog”. Bursting with gusto, Red’s motto is risk everything and go for broke. One way to keep this big spender in check is to make sure his belly is full at all times.