In the fall of 2012, John C. Morris and Melissa Schaeffer collaborated with powerhouse Sophie Touzé, a dynamic lecturer and well-versed art historian, to create a weekly art salon focused on Women Artists; the salon lasted nine weeks.  Within the 1896 carriage house at the Auerbach Artist Colony, Sophie shared her in-depth knowledge through stories … read more

The annual Hotbed Art Benefit at the Drever Family’s Giardini del Paradiso Estate in Tiburon, CA energizes what it means to be creative and giving.  It is an extraordinary event that includes artwork in various mediums, a spectacular fashion runway show, auctions, and celebrity emcees, all to benefit chosen nonprofit organizations.  Melissa Schaeffer, an exhibiting … read more