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The First Light: An Elucidate Art Auction
Fine Art • Cocktails • Live Jazz • Couture • Culture • Elegance
Fine Art • Cocktails • Live Jazz • Couture • Culture • Elegance
About the Event
Elucidate Productions presents The First Light, our inaugural art auction showcasing the region’s most daring and visionary creators. This exclusive one-night event will spotlight wall art, one-of-a-kind high fashion pieces, sculptures, and rare curiosities/collectibles. Guests will experience live jazz, hand-crafted non-alcoholic beverages, and the thrill of competitive bidding in an intimate, high-energy setting.
Digital bidding opens at 6:00 PM for all attendees, allowing guests to begin placing bids as soon as doors open. VIP ticket holders receive early entry at 6:00 PM with reserved seating and added perks. Select works will also feature a “Buy Now” option, giving collectors the chance to secure certain pieces immediately before they move to the live auction floor.
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General Admission – $15
Includes event entry and full access to the showcase & auction.
VIP Admission – $25
Includes reserved seating, first-look access to displayed works,
and one complimentary crafted beverage.
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December 4th | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Tickets on sale October 20th
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6:00 PM – VIP Entry & Preview
(first look at artwork, complimentary beverage, digital bidding starts)
6:30 PM – General Admission Opens
7:45 PM – Live Jazz Performance
8:00 PM – Live Auction Begins
8:45 PM – Closing Performance
9:00 PM – Event Concludes
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The evening will feature a professional auctioneer
guiding the bidding, with live jazz performances
creating the perfect atmosphere for both collectors
and casual guests.
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MĀYĀ Cafe
2367 N. High Street
Columbus, OH 43202
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Cocktail / Upscale Casual –
dress for an evening of culture and creativity.
call for artists
Showcase Your Vision. Claim the Spotlight — we’re seeking bold wall art, one-of-a-kind fashion pieces, striking sculptures, and rare collectibles to feature, photograph, and auction live before an audience of collectors and enthusiasts.
🖼 Artist Opportunities
Selected artists will:
Have their work professionally photographed
Be featured on our website and social channels leading up to the event
Present their pieces to a live audience for competitive bidding
Retain 70% of the final sale
Submission Guidelines
Submit 1–3 pieces for review
Accepted Media: Wall Art • One-of-a-Kind Fashion Pieces • Sculptures • Collectibles/Curiosities
Submission Deadline: November 14, 2025
Apply now!!!
❓ FAQ
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Yes — all guests can participate in the auction.
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Credit and debit cards accepted.
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Yes, confirmed artists receive complimentary entry.