One of the more eagerly anticipated events of the summer season is the Ogden Museum of Southern Art Magnolia Ball and on June 10, it was once again the place to be.
This year’s ball celebrated the exhibition, “Knowing Who We Are: A 20th Anniversary Exhibition,” which not only explored the development of the visual arts in the South, but also marked the museum’s 20th anniversary.
A benefit for the museum, the ball created a feast for the senses including entertainment from Vegas Cola Band, Kumasi Afrobeat Orchestra, LeTrainiump, C’est Funk, Delores Galore, Phlegm, Free Therapy by Cubs the Poet, as well as The Glitter Buffet Experience, Moon Over NOLA photo booth, the Krewe de Fleurs making an appearance, Trixie Minx Productions, digital projection by Breanna Thompson and live painting by Kara Crowley.
Food was provided by 14 restaurants and caterers including Chez Nous, Manolito, Capulet, Bayou Beer Garden and Bayou Wine Garden. Among the specialty drinks was the Mr. Wolf, an iced coffee cocktail, and the Hood cream daiquiri.
The silent auction is always a highlight, and the top three items were “Remnants #32” by Kathy Hughes; “Borderland Miniature, Set of 3” by Alia Ali; and “Marie Laveau,” by Irvin Washington.
“The Ogden Museum of Southern Art has done so much to elevate the creative voices of artists both locally and throughout the region. So, celebrating its 20-year anniversary through this event and co-chairing with such a talented group of artists and patrons was an honor,” says co-chair Claire Thriffiley. Her fellow co-chairs were Carlos Carmona and David Pine, Horton Humble and Kristina Larson.
Fun Fact: This year’s ball featured a custom art installation by the Krewe of Vaporwave. The Museum’s atrium was engulfed in brightly covered abstract figures from strategically placed video projectors.
David Pine, Claire Thriffiley, Carlos Carmona, Kristina Larson, Horton Humble
Nathalie Simon, William Andrews, Jennie West
Bradley Sumrall, Tracy Copeland
Debra Fischman, Sam Fischman
Michael Schott, Steven Chevalier
