Paul Stankard, the featured artist, has been shown in over 40 prestigious museums worldwide including the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Smithsonian Institute, the Louvre, and the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Stankard’s work explores nature’s beauty and displays intimate representations of flowers and insects encased in glass. He will be on-site to discuss his exhibition, Poetry in Glass, on display at the Noyes Museum through January 22, 2012.
The Glass Ball will also celebrate the food and wine of California, with a bountiful selection of gourmet hors d’oeuvres and wine. Live glass working demonstrations and music provided by The Stockton Faculty Band Trio will entertain guests throughout the evening. An annual highlight of the gala is the silent auction, featuring certificates from local establishments, fine art, wine, and unique gifts. This year, exclusive items include a glass piece created by Paul Stankard for the auction, plus a week in Provence, France, provided by Seaview: A Dolce Resort. Silent auction items may be previewed at www.noyesmuseum.org. Tickets are $100 per person, $85 for Stockton faculty/staff and museum members.
