The auction’s final bids €64,000

Two of my pieces were sold at auction for Outhouse’s annual fundraiser Arthouse, we have partnered to split the funds raised 50/50 giving awareness to the work of Outhouse while also paying the artist which is a very important movement too.

Arthouse is an annual fundraising art auction –

A note from the organisers: The generosity of each of the more than 150 artists who participated is hugely appreciated, particularly during what continues to be such a difficult time for the Arts sector. We are delighted to be able to partner with such a diverse range of talented artists. Most artists received 50% of the hammer price from each piece, while a number generously waived any of their proceeds.

In total the auction’s final bids reached just over €64,000, with ca. €25,000 being returned to the artists, meaning we will raise just under €30,000 for Outhouse once the cost of running the auction itself has been accounted for. This is money that is badly needed to stay operational through this continued period of uncertainty, until our café, theatre and meeting rooms can buzz again.

The pandemic has prompted Outhouse and many other charities to reflect on how our services and offerings may need to adapt over the coming months and years. Outhouse is, and will always strive to be, a vibrant, safe, welcoming space for the LGBT+ community, and this remains central to our work. In 2022, we will be reviewing and developing our strategic plan for the coming years to ensure we can continue to deliver vital services for the LGBT+ community in Ireland most effectively.