And SOLD to the highest bidder!

Last night's AIDS Taskforce of Greater Cleveland benefit was a big success with more than 400 people in attendance. It was the first time that I've ever had a piece sold in a live auction. It was exciting.

I was little nervous in advance and so I arrived fully prepared to buy my own quilt if nobody else bid on it. Fortunately, that wasn't necessary. There were several bids taking the price up to $300. That's the highest going price for any of my work so far.

The couple who bought the quilt are neighbors, both of whom are professional artists. I' flattered that they wanted the piece.

Entitled "With Liberty and Justice for All," the quilt is the latest from my altered flag series. It is a modified pride flag featuring gender symbols coupled in the blue square. I really enjoyed making this piece.