Event Info
Friday, October 16, 2026
6:00pm cocktails & silent auction
7:30pm dinner & live auction
Venue: Block 41
Every photograph is shaped by a filter—a choice of perspective, light, and intention. At PCNW, our community is the filter through which creativity flourishes, new voices emerge, and meaningful connections are made.
Join us on Friday, October 16, 2026, for Filter, an evening celebrating the people and experiences that shape our creative community. Together, we’ll raise funds for our collective home for photography.
Enjoy a festive cocktail hour and silent auction followed by a seated dinner and live auction hosted by Ian Lindsay. Bid on incredible artwork, unique experiences, and unforgettable getaways, then help champion the future of photography through our paddle raise. Auction artwork will be exhibited in PCNW’s gallery September 14 – October 11, 2026.
TICKETS:
$250 single ticket early bird pricing (ends 9/8)
$350 single ticket (after 9/8)
$100 add on to attend the Art & Wine Pairing event on October 2nd
TABLES:
$2,500 table of ten early bird pricing (ends 9/8)
$3,500 table of ten (after 9/8)
$4,500 corporate table of ten w/ premium logo visibility and benefit
As part of Filter, join us for an exclusive Photography & Wine Pairing Experience on Friday, October 2nd in the PCNW gallery. Led by sommelier Zach Olson of Rhônin Wine Consulting and Frank’s Oyster House & Champagne Parlor, this immersive evening invites guests to explore how perspective, place, and craftsmanship shape both photography and wine. Savor thoughtfully paired wines, light bites, and mocktails while hearing the stories behind select Benefit artworks before they head to auction.
2026 Benefit Auction Preview Exhibition
Auction Preview Exhibition at PCNW: September 14 – October 11, 2026
Exhibition Reception: Saturday, September 19, 3-5pm
Create an account in Greater Giving or log-in to your existing account if you’ve used Greater Giving before
“Favorite” the art by starring the item(s) that you want to bid on/watch.
Once bidding opens, you can choose to bid yourself or set a Max Bid on a favorite item so that the system will automatically bid for you!
Check out the video below for a short tutorial on favoriting auction items and placing bids / max bids.
Wondering what to wear?
Flare or Flair? Playing off the term lens flare, we’re encouraging all guests to wear their unique flair in whatever shape that takes. Bright colors, bold patterns, luminous fabrics, or all the camera pins you can fit on your suit jacket, all types of artistic expression are welcome!
Sponsorship Opportunities
Questions or sponsorship information?
Contact Terry Novak, Executive Director: tnovak@pcnw.org
206-720-7222 ext 12