June: Marcie Rohr

We Can Always Talk Another Time

12x16” Acrylic and pencil crayon on cotton paper, framed

About this piece:

“Julie was, and always will be, my oldest sister. She supported me in too many ways to recount. She was beside me at my first art show, and was joyfully present at almost every one that followed in the two decades since then. She and I co-created Papercastle Art Collective, which was around for about 10 years, out of a desire to bridge our passions for art, photography and social justice. She was a shining beacon of enthusiasm, generosity and love, and I feel her absence every day.

This piece “We Can Always Talk Another Time” was painted shortly after she passed away. I was thinking about how we talked often, recounting the past few days on the phone. But if one of us was busy running a kid somewhere or heading to an event, we would make plans to talk later. At this point, that is no longer a reality for us. I am left thinking about how easy it is to take close relationships for granted.

Julie believed, and demonstrated that her relationships meant everything to her. I painted this piece considering her values of building friendship and connection, and as a reminder to keep family and friends an important priority in this world of tight deadlines and career goals.

I think one of the best ways to honour her is to not put off picking up the phone, or writing a card, or scheduling a coffee date with anyone from a close family member to a new acquaintance. Julie didn’t think twice about that.”

To see more of Marcie’s work visit her website.

Auction specifics:

Julie had a passion for art, and in particular, supporting local artists. As part of our virtual fundraiser for Julie’s charities, we are proud to host a virtual art auction featuring some of Julie’s favorite artists! These are artists whose works are proudly displayed in Julie’s own home, they are artists who were near and dear to Julie’s heart.

One piece will be featured per active month, with bidding open until noon on the last day of the respective month. Each month will raise funds for one of Julie’s chosen charities. Funds from the winning bidder will be paid directly to the charity, the art piece will then be released to the winner once payment is confirmed. Per Canadian law, this payment is not eligible for a tax receipt as the winner is receiving good(s) in exchange. 100% of the winning bid goes directly to the charity featured each month, no money will be handled by us or any other third party. Payment method will be arranged directly with winner.

Bidding is placed by simply commenting on this post. We also ask that anyone who bids submits a form with your personal contact information so that in the event that your bid wins we are able to contact you. Only your comment will be publicly displayed, all information from the form will be private. If you wish to use an alias for your publicly posted bid you may, there is a space in the private form where you can identity what your alias is so that we can connect you to the bid.

Delivery or pick up of the art will be arranged directly with the winner, delivery may be arranged within Edmonton, Alberta only. Arrangements for pick up or shipping (at the winner’s expense) can also be discussed if needed, please be aware of this if you are bidding from outside of the Edmonton area.

If the winning bidder is not reached via the contact methods provided in the form within 48 hours of auction close, the next highest bidder will be contacted as the new winner.

Painting title: We can Always Talk Another Time
Dimensions: 12x16”, framed
Medium: Acrylic and pencil crayon on cotton paper
Retail value: $220

This auction will close at noon, 12:00pm on Thursday, June 30th.

Minimum bid increase: 50

June’s charity: Roozen Family Hospice Centre

How to bid summary:
1. Place your $ bid in the comment section —> click “Post Comment” —> put your name or alias in (this will be publicly posted) —> click “Comment as guest”.
2. Click the “Contact Info Form” button above and fill in your contact information, you only need to do this one time on your first bid.