JP was honored to have his work featured in the coveted live auction section of the contemporary glass event of the year, The Pilchuck Auction. His piece, Deep Amber and Topaz Breathe, went for $7k, over the stated value of $5500. He was featured along with other glass artworks by internationally renowned masters such as Dale Chihuly and Davide Salvatore. The event was Friday, 10/23/09, at The Westin in Seattle.
As a part of the Strategic Planning Committee for the Pilchuck Board of Trustees, Leigh was very pleased with the success of this event, which provided funding for a large portion of Pilchuck's world-renowned programs. To see images from the preview and benefactor's night please click here.