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Show 14 Vernal Express Wednesday, October 7, 1998 EsspT(gsa(0)iiag Art exhibitions expand in By Carol Jewert Express Staff Writer Artists in Vernal abound with art work itching to be displayed. No matter where one goes artistic endeavors will be seen. The Outlaw Trail Festival of the Arts Juried Photography Show is currently on display at the Western Heritage Museum, Oct. 1-29, sponsored spon-sored by the Uintah Arts Council. A reception was held Thursday, Oct. 1, in which 60 guests were in attendance. atten-dance. Music was provided by The Intonations a five-member ladies barbershop that have been singing together for about two years. They have entertained previously at Western Park pre-shows, with the Community Band and at clubs in the area. The Intonations consists of: Phyllis Andrews, Laura Foley, Fay Howells, Maria Hoyt and Micky Wells. "The photographs this year have improved over last year," said Lisa Hiller, Uintah Arts Council vice president over visual arts. "I would Russ Stevensen was a first-time entrant and took two ribbons at the Fast talking auctioneers By Carol Jewert Express Staff Writer Auctions today are a fast-paced entity and are being used widely by sellers of cars, boats, antiques, real estate and livestock. People turn to the auction method of selling because it's fast money," said Zander Mclntyre a local auctioneer. auc-tioneer. "Because of the way we advertise, we get a lot of out of town people and the property sells fast This method works better because of not having to wait for a buyer. Listening to an auctioneer, who must possess a gift to gab, can be difficult if one doesn't listen closely. "All auctioneers have their own style," said Mclntyre. "I started start-ed when I was 14 working for an auction company in Craig, Colo." The exact date and time that auctions auc-tions were first organized is not exactly known but auctions have a very brief history. The Greeks held auctions to sell physically mature women to the highest bidder for the purpose of marriage; Romans were the first to organize sales of goods at auction and this method was also used to sell items seized during wars with rivals. The Chinese used auctions to sell surplus property to raise money for their religious leaders lead-ers and temples. The British used auctions to sell books and art in the 1600s. The term auction and public auction appeared in English writings writ-ings in the late 1600s As American culture began to evolve in the 1700s, the methods of the English came to America with English immigrants. Because there was no thriving economy, there was very little need for auctions. Auctions were used during times when property needed to be sold to satisfy debts or for nonpayment of taxes. It was during this time the stigma of selling at forced sales attached itself to the auction business. busi-ness. , Slavery did not help the reputation reputa-tion of auctioneers but they soon found themselves out of products to sell as the Civil War erupted. Many auctioneers followed the troops and sold property that remained after like to see more participation from the community. We have a lot of photographers out there that need to show off their work. It is juried, but if we don't take it personal, we can learn from it." The juror, Jenny Winkel of Provo, submitted three, display only, photos. pho-tos. Show entries: Clay Johnson, Jensen - Amateur B&W, 2nd place Overall Show, 1st place Amateur B&W, "Ashley Creek; North Fork." Russel Stevensen, Vernal Amateur Color, 2nd place Amateur Color, "Old Farm Equipment in Storm" and Honorable Mention, "Steam at Bonanza Power Plant." Cynthia Heath, Kaysville - 3rd place Amateur B&W "Glowing Tree" and 3rd place "Ghost Horse." Kelly Boren, Vernal - 2nd place Professional Color, "A.R.;" 3rd place Professional B&W "He Loves Me!"; and 1st place Professional Color, "Save the Pumkins." Jeff Kinsey, Vernal - 1st place, Professional B&W "Shari Griffin 1 ' t 'v I 'i a m n n" ' I i 'iin.u iiji m hi.. JI...I.I.H .i .iiiijiiiuii.mi.i in. mi iiijjLMjijim'Miu''j.w.''i''UM j.puh, w j.ffri.n'.i.i.'.i. i. ".'."."i' S - -11 '.ii vg? Zander Mclntyre talks fast at an antique auction held at Western Mm Amk . " . Jjk ' ' i Steve Claypoole auctioned corvette at the auction held Western Park. the battle. This practice probably did more to degrade the auction business than any other single act. As the Civil War progressed, much property and contraband was seized, carried to a favorable area and the colonel or commanding officer would sell, not ethically, the goods at public sale. Auctioneers began to be called colonels and the term is still used today. As the country licked its war wounds, auctioneers traveled lo larger cities and ports to apply their trade. They were successful in mak- Christine Smith won Best Overall at 7"; 2nd place Professional B&W "Christopher with Kinsey;" and Honorable Mention, "Chris & Juried Photography Show. Will, a ringman from Texas, holds during the antique auction. ing money but not so with their reputation rep-utation and image. Today, however, most auctioneers work hard to please the crowds, move the merchandise and keep it all honest. "Auctioneers keep the momentum going, pump up the crowds and sell items as quickly as possible," said Mclntyre. "You can't lose your at I "'ips ''11, , zJSsJ , , A Vernal 11 V . fm-w " ' I the Juried Photography Show held Courtney 3." Carmen Heath, Vernal Honorable Mention Amateur Color, "Purple and Yellow Flowers." Mara Reynolds, Vernal - 3rd place Amateur Color, "Run-off." David Neil Eckels, Roosevelt, Amateur B&W, three entries. Christine Y. Smith, Vernal - Best Overall Show, 1st place Amateur Color, "Duckie meets Rabbit." Tonya Milholland, Vernal -Amateur Color, "Peace at Last." Lisa Hiller, Vernal - 3rd Overall Show Honorable Mention Professional B&W, "Texas Widow Walk." Don Heath, Vernal Amateur Color, Honorable Mention, "Protective Mother." Rob Rosenlund, Vernal Amateur B&W, "Sticks." Lyn Silcox, Vernal - Amateur Color Honorable Mention, "Just Another Kitty." Nathanial Ashby, Roosevelt, Amateur B & W, "Waterfall ." "I want to recognize Kelly Boren move property up one of the many items to be sold audience by letting them get bored." Ringman is one that holds up the items to be sold and helps the auctioneer auc-tioneer spot bids. "Some people call them spotters, I call them ringmen," said Mclntyre. "Sometimes the pace is too fast for me to catch all the bids so it pays to have ringmen." There are a lot of consignment sales with dealers bringing surplus 25 at the Western Heritage Museum. Photography, Glenn-Mar Arts, The Galleries, Memorie Lane and Classic Art and Frame for their support," sup-port," said Hiller, "But most importantly, impor-tantly, I thank all photographers who participated this year. We wouldn't have a show if it weren't for you." Lisa Hiller, vice president over visual arts for the Uintah Arts Council, was chairman of the photography show. goods to be auctioned. "I like doing estate or moving sales and go right out to the houses and sell right there." said Mclntyre. "For example, exam-ple, a few weeks ago we had an estate sale in Roosevelt and we went there, packed everything out of the house and set everything up." Advertising is a must in the auction auc-tion business, said Mclntyre. "Many people come to auctions, they notice your style and if they have someting to sell they will approach you. If a person has three or four items to sell they call me and I will put it in with another auction somewhere." Auctions are pretty standard commented com-mented Mclntyre, car auctions, boat auctions, different increments and different sounds. Livestock auctions might be different dif-ferent in that there are very few bidders," bid-ders," explained Mclntyre. "You will have your large order buyers or buyers that know exactly what they are doing. But maybe with an antique auction you will get bidders that have never been to an auction before so they don't quite know how to bid. I actually go slower at an antique or estate auction than a cattle auction because of the bidders involved. We try to auction three items per minute." "Auctioneers have the reputation of horse traders," said Mclntyre. "People don't trust auctioneers because of some that haven't been honest and they blow through town, from year to year, six months and then they're gone." Businessmen in suits and ties now begin to nurture the auction business, busi-ness, raising its reputation to a new high. More information and history on auctioneering can be found at www.learntoauction.com. 1 i "M, Calendar of Events October 1-29 Uintah Arts Council announces its Third Annual Outlaw Trail Festival of the Arts Juried Photography Show to be held at the Western Heritage Museum. A reception will be held for photographers, families and members of the community from 6:30-8 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 1. October 7 The Vernal Viper Swim Club invites those wanting to participate partici-pate to come swimming at the Vernal Indoor Pool every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. For more information call Cindy, 781-6112. Bible study for daily living, non-denominational to be held from 7:30-9 p.m. sponsored by St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 226 W. Main. For more information call 789-1806. Safety seat checkpoint sponsored spon-sored by AVMC, TriCounty Health Department, Utah Highway Patrol, and SAFE KIDS, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Ashley Valley Medical Center. For more information, 781-5475. Ladies of Elks meeting 7 p.m. at the lodge. Favorite dessert and recipe night Bring, eat, enjoy. The USU Horizons Chinese Cooking class has been cancelled. can-celled. All other classes on schedule. October 8 A workshop "Indoor Herb Planter" will be held at the Uintah County Library, 155 East, Main by Heather Campbell to begin at 10:30-11:30 a.m. For more information call Darleen Kinsey and Ellen Kiever, 789-0031. 789-0031. The Uintah Mountain Club will sponsor a programlecture on the positive aspects of bats to be held at the Golden Age Center beginning at 7 p.m. October 9 A community dance will be held at the Golden Age Center. This is a dance for the whole community so everyone is welcome wel-come and will be held every Friday evening from 8:30-10:30 p.m. All ages welcome to listen to the music. For more information informa-tion call 789-2169. October 10 Community service project to be held at Freestone Legacy Walking Park beginning at 9:30 a.m. Twenty or thirty boys are needed to plant trees and shrubs. Supervisors will be there to direct the work. The city is depending of the Scouts, Varsity and Explorers to do this work. Please call 781-2574 or 789-9108 789-9108 to let them know how many boys are coming. Bring a shovel. October 11 The local SCA Chapter , "The Incipient Shire of Dragon's Rest," will be holding fighter practice at the Colton Pavilion from 2-4 p.m., weather permitting. permit-ting. October 12-16 National School Lunch Week for parents, grandparents and guardians are invited to join students for lunch. Each school will notify students and parents of specific dates and times available. avail-able. Costs are $1.25 for elementary elemen-tary students; $1.50 for secondary sec-ondary students; and $2.25 for adults. October 13 The Uintah Basin Archeology Chapter will hold their regular meeting Oct. 13 at the Golden Age Center at 7. o'clock. Wayne Prokopetz, archeologist for Dinosaur National Monument, will give a program on an archeological dig at the monument this past summer. sum-mer. A Chamber of Commerce luncheon will be held at Golden Corral beginning at noon. School Board candidates will speak. To place items of public interest inter-est on the Community Calendar mail to Vernal Express, P.Oi Box 1000, E-mail, E-mail, editorvernal.com or call the Express at 789-3511. i Materials are subject to edit. Deadline is Monday at 12 noon. |