![he return of the 8x8 Art Raffle, featuring small works by NIAD artists and friends from the Bay Area art scene A highlight of the afternoon will be tributes honoring two NIAD legends: Ann Meade, who has worked at the studio for 25 years, and Terri Moore, a beloved Studio Support Specialist since 2012. Food and refreshments reflect NIAD’s love for local flavor and inclusivity, with a taco bar by Tacos El Tucán, paletas from Pepitos, and signature cocktails and mocktails by bartender Robin Biles. Tickets are available now on a $0–$50 sliding scale, and raffle tickets will be sold onsite. Organizers encourage attendees to wear their favorite fantasy sports attire and come ready to cheer. WHY: "To celebrate NIAD’s unique community of artists, caregivers, staff, and supporters—and to keep building a more joyful, inclusive Richmond," the organizers said. For more details, visit [NIAD’s website] or head to the Art Center on June 7 for a chance to be part of the action.](https://richmondstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/IMG_9871001.jpg "IMG_9871001")
The NIAD Art Center is set to transform its Main Gallery into a ring of creativity, celebration, and community on Saturday, June 7, when it hosts “Win Win 13: Championship Belt,” the 13th edition of its annual summer fundraiser.
At the heart of this year’s event, which will take place from 1-4 p.m. at NIAD (551 23rd St. in Richmond), is “Championship Belt,” a popular exhibition inspired by professional wrestling. The show blends pop culture and personal expression with work by both NIAD studio artists and national guest artists from like-minded organizations such as LAND Gallery (Brooklyn, NY) and SAGE Studio (Austin, TX).
The show’s highlight’s include Luis Estrada’s ceramic wrestler figures and layered graffiti-style drawings; Deatra Colbert’s tribute paintings of WWE favorites like Randy Orton; Dorian Reid’s black cat Special Olympics team portraits; Ann Meade’s loving homages to the late Oakland A’s, including a limited edition print with Night Diver Press; and Jason Powell-Smith’s quirky VS series, where everything from food to feelings duke it out.
In addition to the gallery exhibition, Win Win 13 will feature a live set by NIAD’s house band Selena John Cena, along with guest appearances from Full Queer: Wrestling for Rights.
There will also be interactive artmaking stations for all ages, a NIAD studio sale with original artworks and apparel, and the return of the 8×8 Art Raffle featuring small works by the center’s artists and the Bay Area art scene.
Two NIAD legends will be honored during Win Win 13, including Ann Meade, who has worked at the studio for 25 years, and Terri Moore, a beloved Studio Support Specialist since 2012.
Tacos El Tucán will host a taco bar, Pepitos will serve up paletas and bartender Robin Biles will mix up signature cocktails and mocktails.
Tickets are available now on a $0–$50 sliding scale, and raffle tickets will be sold onsite. Organizers encourage attendees to wear their favorite fantasy sports attire and come ready to cheer.
Link for tickets and more information: https://givebutter.com/WW13
