2nd Annual Trash to Treasure

Art Competition and Sale

What is it? - An art competition in which the creations consist of at least 50% reused or recycled material.

Time Frame

• ALL IN ONE FUN PACKED DAY - May 6th, 2004 at Boone Mall

How does it work

• Secure OFFICIAL entry application, only 75 will be issued.
• Create your art project using AT LEAST 50% reused or recycled material.
• Level of competition is noted on application (by age).
• Category of competition is noted on application (donations or keepers).
• Art item is delivered by artist to the Viewing/Judging/Silent Auction/Awards Event on May 6th.

Goals

• Draw awareness to the litter problem in Watauga County
• Combine clean-up and reuse efforts
• Reward creative participants
• Generate "refurbished" furniture or functional home items for Watauga County Habitat for Humanity
• Generate funds for the Stop the Litter! campaign

Who Benefits?

• Watauga County - By raising the awareness of trash and litter in the County.
• Participating Artists - Who get to exercise their skills and talents, get recognition and awards.
• Participants of the Watauga County Habitat for Humanity.
• MountainKeepers and the Stop the Litter! campaign - Who raise money to further this campaign.

Corporate Sponsors and Organizers

• MountainKeepers
• Boone Chamber of Commerce
• Wilcox Emporium
• High Country Honda
• Watauga County Habitat for Humanity
• ASU - ACT
• The Painted Garden
• Southern Sideboard Cafeteria
• The Quilt Shop
• Mother Nature
• Cheap Joe's Art Stuff

How may I help?

• Donate a prize
• Donate funds that can be used for:
  • Prizes
  • Events
• Participate with an entry

Who do I contact?

Who are the MountainKeepers? - MountainKeepers is an alliance of individuals, groups and organizations who are committed to the safekeeping of the special character of our communities and region, the preservation of our natural resources, unique heritage and culture, and an enhanced quality of life for all citizens.