"Auctions 101-Bidding and Buying at Live and Online Auctions"

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May 1, 2013                                            

WICKLIFF AUCTIONEERS TO HOST BIDDING SEMINAR

CARMEL, IN- Darin Lawson, CAI, President, Wickliff Auctioneers, will present a free seminar entitled, “Bidding and Buying at Live or Online Auctions” on Thursday, May 16, at the company’s Carmel gallery.

Designed to educate the uninitiated about buying at auctions, Lawson will discuss myths and realities about how to bid at auction, including the utilization of today’s most popular live bidding platforms.  

“Many of our first-time buyers are intimidated about buying at auction, primarily because they do not have experience attending a live auction,” said Lawson.  “We don’t sell people things because they scratch their nose or wave across the room, which is just one of the myths of auctions that many attendees don’t understand.”

The proliferation of online bidding services, such as those offered by Live Auctioneers, Artfact, Proxibid and others, has made real-time, live online bidding easily accessible, as many of the larger platforms also offer mobile apps for the bidder ‘on the go’.  Lawson’s presentation will allow bidders to see these platforms and compare differences, while explaining the registration process and illustrating the higher bidder costs of using these platforms, often through increased Buyers Premiums.

“We want more people to know about the great opportunities that exist for buying high-quality items at auction, whether they attending live or use an online bidding platform,” said Lawson.  “Typically, one visit is all it takes, and the bidder’s eyes get opened to the opportunities on the secondary market.”

The seminar is free, but pre-registration is requested.  Visit www.wickliffauctioneers.com for more information and a link to RSVP.  Complimentary hors d’oevres will be provided, and attendees will be afforded a ‘sneak peek’ of the May 17 and May 18 auction rooms.  Doors will be open from 6pm to 8pm; the seminar will begin at 6:30pm and last approximately 45 minutes.  Wickliff Auctioneers is regarded as Indiana’s Leading Fine Arts Auctioneers, and is located 12232 Hancock Street, in Carmel.  Call 317-844-7253 for more information.

Wickliff Staff News

Wickliff Auctioneers is pleased to announce two new associates who join our team in January.  Please say 'hello' to them on your next visit to our showrooms!

Gallery Associate

Elizabeth (Libby) Nolan, a May, 2012, cum laude graduate of Hillsdale College, has joined Wickliff Auctioneers, Carmel, IN, as Gallery Associate. Libby received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Art History, concentrating in French Impressionism.  She also has a background in photography and design.

Libby moved to Carmel, IN, in September, and previously worked as public relations intern for Keep Indianapolis Beautiful, Inc. Wanting to put her degree to good use, Libby knew that, after her internship, she wanted to find a position that focused on history and fine art. After tirelessly researching different auction houses, galleries, and museums in the area, Libby was drawn to Wickliff Auctioneers due to the company's outstanding reputation for highest quality and expertise.

Libby began her position with Wickliff Auctioneers January 2, and looks forward to learning more about the art and antiques auction business.  In just three days, she has already proven that she will be a valuable member of the team!

Auctioneer Associate

Joshua Kublnick will join Wickliff Auctioneers staff as an Auctioneer Associate in January.  Josh will assist at auctions and at previews, and will also assist with gallery and on-site needs, as necessary.   Joshua will also join Darin at various charity events as a ring person. 

Josh is a 2012 Reppert Auction School graduate, and has extensive experience in outside sales and has also conducted sales training courses. He also has experience in law enforcement, having served as a police officer and Field Training Officer for the Muncie, IN, police department.  Joshua and his family reside in Muncie.  

He is very eager to learn the auction business, as well as to grow in product knowledge and auctioneer proficiency.  We welcome Joshua to our team!