14. Back to the Future
With the help of renowned artist (and Hillcrest parent) Christopher Carter, the first grade classes have put a new twist on the traditional quilt project!  The result, Future Requires Vision, is a mixed media painting decorated and embellished by Ms. Buswell’s class using appliqué methods, stencils, cloth and a variety of other materials.  You’ll recognize these little faces as soon as you see them but just in case you can’t find your precious darling, the artists have signed them!  The musical themed collage has been stretched and mounted for display on a wall in your home (~ 5’ x 5’)!

21 There’s Always Something There to Remind Me…
How sweet they were at this age! Ms. Rochester's class has created a hand-painted, mosaic tile garden indoor/outdoor table (about 3’ x 3’). It’s whimsical! It’s magical! It’s functional and made with love from each child. If your child is in Ms. Rochester's kindergarten class (or even if your child is not), you'll want this masterpiece for your patio or other room. It's a great conversation piece. No violence during the bidding process please!

25. Back to the Future II
With the help of renowned artist (and Hillcrest parent) Christopher Carter, the first grade classes have put a new twist on the traditional quilt project!  The result, Future Requires Vision, is a mixed media painting decorated and embellished by Ms. Chang’s class using appliqué methods, stencils, cloth and a variety of other materials.  You’ll recognize these little faces as soon as you see them but just in case you can’t find your precious darling, the artists have signed them!  The musical themed collage has been stretched and mounted for display on a wall in your home (~ 5’ x 5’)!  

1500. Ida Kohlmeyer Inspired Painting by Ms. McLaughlin's Class!

With the guidance of resident artist Lesley Evers, Ms. McLaughlin's second grade class has created a beautiful 30"x30" oil painting.   The class looked at work by a renowned Louisiana artist named Ida Kohlmeyer for inspiration.  Her work is rooted in the spirit of Abstract Expressionism with joyous colors and gesteral movement.  This is a must-have item!

1502. "Poppies in a Vase" by Hillcrest’s 4th Graders

"Poppies in a Vase" is a gallery-quality original painting expressing the soul and creativity of Hillcrest's 4th grade artists as they celebrate our native California flower, the Poppy.  This beautifully rendered still life of a vase overflowing with poppies is a vibrant expressive statement and display of youthful energy and talent.  The central image is contained in a darker, calming background that focuses and sets off the bright, uninhibited center of the painting, which was created one flower at a time by each of our young artists. The name of each artist is written in the center of their flower.  This gorgeous painting will fill your heart and your most precious display space on your home.

1503. How to Be a Kid Forever!

Ms. Bahr's fifth grade class of young published authors invites you to become one of the first to own a signed copy of "How to Be a Kid Forever," their collaborative venture into advice aimed at parents of all ages.  Something for everyone can be gleaned from this insightful manuscript.  No more than two of these prized hardbacks will be auctioned!

1504. Middle (Ages) School Furniture!

Revisit the 80's?  We're talking the 1380's here!  You can be one of three to take home a piece of the middle ages.  These three pieces will be individually auctioned the night of the Benefit:

• A chair decorated with ancient Latin and hand-scripted calligraphy, accented with golden finials and topped with a vintage upholstered seat cushion depicting architectural details.
• A chair decorated with ancient Asian calligraphy also accented with golden finials and an upholstered seat cushion of satin jacquard woven with Asian chrysanthemum motifs.
• A side table that can double as a small storage chest.  It is decorated with architectural trump l'oeil and hand-scripted calligraphy