Michelle Waters
Michelle is a photographer and an art teacher at Artsbridge, the Art Center, as well as independently. She will be donating all funds raised through Pollock a Person to the PAC.
“I love the Art Center’s classes and ArtStart program. They work so hard to bring art education to our community!” - Michelle Waters
Chris Gilmer
Chris is the President of West Virginia University at Parkersburg. He will be donating all of the funds raised through Pollock a Person to the Art Center.
“I love that the PAC serves as a bridge between the community and the arts. It's open and accessible, and the children of our community can interact with high quality professional art without having to leave our community. Also, the PAC nurtures emerging artists in our community.” - Chris Gilmer
Vinnie Conley
Vinnie is the Tenant Relations Manager at The PM Company. He will be donating all funds raised through Pollock a Person to the Art Center.
“I like the culture and atmosphere of what the PAC brings to the MOV.” - Vinnie Conley
Tara Gerber
Tara is a Real Estate Broker with Jackson Realty, LLC. She is sharing funds raised through Pollock a Person with the Parkersburg Area Community Foundation- Holly Jackson-Wuller Scholarship Fund.
“I love the Parkersburg Art Center’s commitment to keeping the arts alive for our kids!” - Tara Gerber
Keith McClung
Keith, along with his wife, own and operate Crown Florals and Crown Event Rentals. He will be donating all of the funds raised from Pollock a Person to the Art Center.
“I love that the PAC is the heartbeat of our downtown community. When businesses close, and open, the PAC is always a mainstay. The volunteerism is amazing when it comes to those who support the PAC and the goal of keeping it a thriving, artistic, educational, venue.” - Keith McClung
Kim Couch
Kim is the Executive Director of Camden Clark Foundation at WVU Medicine Camden Clark. Kim is sharing the funds raised through Pollock a Person with the Pink Mammogram Fund at Camden Clark.
“I love the opportunities to develop a lifelong love for art offered by the PAC…from the preschool Picassos to the Art Camps each summer to finding your passion at any age for drawing, pottery, photography, etc.” - Kim Couch
Mandy Stevens
Mandy is the Executive Director of Artsbridge, Inc. She will be sharing funds raised through Pollock a Person with Artsbridge.
“I love the classes and exhibits provided by the PAC! It is an asset to our community!” - Mandy Stevens
Kim GRiffey
Kim is the Director of the PHS Red Wing Drill Team and Substitute Teacher for Wood County Schools. Kim will be sharing funds raised through Pollock a Person with Animal Lives Matter.
“I love the diversity the PAC offers. You can nurture your creative, emotional or spiritual desires through programs and events with a variety of offerings- Everything from painting, pottery and drawing, to Yoga, concerts, crafts and so much more! And an added bonus- the building is a great venue for your special event. So much to offer, right here in downtown Parkersburg!” - Kim Griffey
Allison Burner Lauderman
Allison is a sports performance coach and trainer for OVU. She also works with local athletes from PHS and PSHS. She will be donating all of the funds raised through Pollock a Person to the Art Center.
“I love the PAC because art and access to art is one of the most important things we can give our town, state, and country!” - Allison Burner Lauderman
Tom Joyce
Tom is the Mayor of the City of Parkersburg. He is sharing funds raised through Pollock a Person with the Wood County Recreation Commission.
“The Parkersburg Art Center is a cultural resource for residents of many regional counties, and provides education for families and individuals of every age.” - Tom Joyce
Erin Augenstein
Erin is a Communications and Public Relations professional, and works locally for several clients. She also serves as Executive Director of Schrader Youth Ballet. She will be sharing funds raised through Pollock a Person with the Schrader Youth Ballet Company.
“I've been involved with the PAC for several years in a myriad of capacities, and appreciate how seamlessly our arts community can collaborate to provide not only events and performances for patrons, but also education and training in technique for those of any age who desire serious study.” - Erin Augenstein
Lisa Collins
Lisa is in the business of Marketing, Public Relations, and Travel. She owns and operates Collins PR as well as Arts & Culture Tours, LLC. She will be sharing her funds raised through Pollock a Person with the Belpre Performing Arts Boosters.
“The Parkersburg Art Center is a big-city gallery in a small town!” - Lisa Collins
Pollock A Person Donation Tracker
Challenge Winners:
First to raise $250 - Chris Gilmer
First to raise $500 - Tara Gerber
First to raise $750 - Tara Gerber
First to raise $1,000 - Erin Augenstein
Most individual donors 9/10-9/13 - Tara Gerber
Most Facebook photo “likes” - Allison Burner Lauderman
Most dollar donations 9/28-10/2 - Vinnie Conley