Local Artists Donate Work to UT Botanical Gardens

On September 8th, 2019 at the UT Botanical Gardens, the second annual Art Auction took place. Local artists donate their time and talent to create a unique garden installation. At the end of the summer, the auction takes place beneath the stunning pavilion where all proceeds go towards benefiting the beautiful UT Botanical Gardens.

Over $5900 were raised for the gardens!

Best-Selling Author and Illustrator Bethany Stahl with her wooden butterfly at the auction

I am so grateful to live in a community where I can use my work to benefit the beautification of our beloved gardens.

The auction draws a diverse crowd from art lovers to garden supporters and even animal companions such as bunnies! An outgoing auctioneer volunteered his time to rally up the attendees for a breathtaking auction between the bidding action and the 30 butterflies that found new homes!

Bethany plans to participate in the auction every year because the UT Botanical Gardens are one of her favorite places to visit. It is a peaceful space with a ton of shade, tranquil walking paths, a koi pond, and a plethora of benches to spend hours reading, writing, and creating her next best-seller!

To read more about the auction and see all of the butterflies that were available this year, click here.