Art Incognito is an annual Fall fundraiser for the Vancouver Island School of Art that includes a silent auction of work by known and not-so-known artists from Victoria and surrounding area. This fundraiser gives people the opportunity to buy some fantastic works of art and contribute to the continued success of the school. Many people have described Art Incognito as ‘the most fun event of the year’ –the evening has included live music and a fantastic array of savoury and sweet delectables as well as an assortment of beer and wine.

The Vancouver Island School of Art relies on tuition as the sole source of revenue, so the annual Art Incognito fundraiser has proven to be an excellent way to bring in additional funds. All money raised from this event goes directly towards the purchasing of new equipment and resource materials.

The first Art Incognito event in September 2006 was an extreme success with over 120 works sold (all works in the auction were sold) and raised $28,000 for the school. Opening remarks were given by Dean Fortin, City Councillor and Mark Walsh, School Board Trustee. Music was by Elephant Island. Last year’s event resulted in the selling of 115 works and the raising of $20,000. Opening remarks were given by Rob Flemming, MLA and Michael McEvoy, School Board Trustee. Music was by Miranda Sage and guests.

The 2009 Art Incognito event will take place on Friday, September 11th.