Events

What This Is

This started as something small — just friends and family, gathering to celebrate whatever painting Aon had just finished. As the work grew more ambitious and more people wanted in, we opened it up. Last year was the first time it went semi-public, and the response told us we needed to do this properly.

It's still closed-door. The studio isn't open to the public otherwise — this, or a private inquiry, is the only way in. You'll walk through the newly separated gallery and studio spaces, see the painting before anyone else does, and meet Aon in person.

Every reveal party is named after the painting it centers on. This year, that's Pollinator — you'll understand why the moment you see it.

The Evening

5:00pm — Doors open, printed tickets held at the door

5:30pm — The reveal. Don't be late for this part.

5:30–8:00pm — Cocktails, charcuterie, and a first look at this year's prints and originals

Dress code: Black tie or formal wear encouraged, costume welcome — not required.

To drink: A cocktail built around this year's theme, with a non-alcoholic version available.

To eat: A proper charcuterie spread.

The raffle: One guest will take home a handmade ceramic piece made in the spirit of this year's theme (valued at $100).

New this year:

• A first look at the newly renovated studio — gallery and studio are now two distinct spaces
• An announcement from Aon on how original paintings will be sold going forward
• This year's print run: museum-quality, limited edition, signed by the artist
• The debut of Aon Alta's first enamel pin, available for purchase at the party ($24)

How to Get In

Spots are capped at 60 so that every guest actually gets a moment with the work — and with Aon — instead of squeezing into a crowded room.

Aon Alta newsletter subscribers get the RSVP link first. Here's how it goes:

1. Subscribe to the Aon Alta newsletter — you'll receive the RSVP link directly, before it appears anywhere else. It's the same monthly newsletter we always send: real updates, only when there's something worth sharing.
2. Early August — subscribers get first access. Some spots are already reserved for close friends and collaborators, so this is the best window to claim one.
3. Late August — the RSVP opens to the public on Eventbrite, while spots remain.

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