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138 Records // 51 Artists // 33 Student Artists

Recycled vinyl records sourced from local record stores

Over 130 vinyl records were collected from local record stores to be transformed into custom works of art. The project also featured three electric guitars that were donated by Fender for artists to transform into unique, playable works of art. Artists customized the records and guitars with a variety of mixed media, acrylic paint, oil paint, resin, spray paint, glass, collage art, and fibers to create truly unique, custom art. Some of the artists also created 3D sculptural pieces, featuring a dress form made from melted vinyl and fibers, a relief sculpture made with carved vinyl and live moss, and a 4’x6′ relief painting of an owl made up broken-up pieces of vinyl.

For the first time, the auction featured art by local student artists. Participating artist and teacher Paul Mericle led his 9th-12th grade students at Francis Parker School through a mixed-media project, incorporating vinyl record art that will be included in the auction. ArtReach is proud to support student artists by giving them the opportunity to experience the process of exhibiting and selling their artwork.

All of the records and guitars were sold through an online auction and were exhibited during Mission Fed ArtWalk in April 2022. Proceeds from this Charity Art Auction directly benefited our free programs for youth that do not otherwise have access to visual arts opportunities.

Vinyl Records Transformed into Art

Vinyl Record Art Auction in the News

THERE SAN DIEGO // This year’s ArtWalk will feature an art vinyl record benefiting ArtReach. Over 100 vinyl records will be designed by participating artists including several well-known artists based here in San Diego and a group of 9th-12th grade student artists.

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SAN DIEGO ENTERTAINER MAGAZINE // San Diego’s Little Italy will come alive with artwork from more than 250 artists from around the world, entertainment, live music, food, drinks and more. This year’s Mission Fed ArtWalk will also feature an art vinyl record benefiting ArtReach San Diego.

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CBS 8 SAN DIEGO // CBS 8 visited the annual ArtWalk in Little Italy and talked with our Community Engagement Manager, Anna, about the over 100 vinyl records donated to their 4th annual charity art auction. Proceeds benefit free arts education for SD youth.

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Full List of Participating Artists