Matrix System to feature Artists 4 Education silent auction at SEMA

Collision repair specialists, vehicle refinishers, shop owners, and automotive enthusiasts attending the SEMA Show in Las Vegas have the opportunity to participate in the Artists 4 Education Silent Auction, hosted in the Matrix System booth #11025. The mission of Artists 4 Education is to raise money through fundraising activities that involve the expert skills of the automotive industry’s top artists across the country. Additionally, with the participation of various industry partners such as SATA, Airbrush Action, Anest Iwata, Dedoes Industries, Dorn Color, Miller Electric, Finding Better Solutions, and Pro-Spray Finishes items were donated to help support the cause. Custom painted items up for auction include: metal wall storage cabinets, spray guns, a rolling tool cart, vintage gumball and popcorn machines, hanging ‘hot rod’ shark, vintage gas can, motorcycle helmet, fireman’s helmet and pick axe, garage stools, metal trash can, longboard skateboards, surfboard, snowboard, bowling pins, tri-cycle, KitchenAid® stand mixer, and other various items. The All-Star Artist line-up consists of some of the best airbrushers and pinstripers in the industry: Nub, Steve DeMan, Mike Learn, Mitch Peacock, Ron "Flea" Fleenor, Bugs, Armando Serrano, Jeff Styles, Jonathan Pantaleon, Ryan Evans, Richard “Duke” Bobinac, Pat Paldino, James Kunzinger, Darryl Strader, Don Ruks, John Wargo, Mark Marion, Justin Nichols, Michael Maggard and Josh Bourassa to name a few.David Brunori, President of Quest Automotive Products, explains that, “Our 1st annual Artists 4 Education campaign has been a huge success within the industry so far and is beginning to pick up speed as we head into SEMA. I have been reaching out to organizations that have benefited for many years from the PBE industry for additional support. It is our responsibility as industry participants to support the Collision Repair Education Foundation. The sole purpose of this endeavor is to raise awareness to the growing shortage of certified technicians entering into the collision repair industry – it is that simple. The artist’s community is stepping up in a big way and I am humbled by the commitment of these individuals,” says Brunori. Matrix System Automotive Finishes is committed to assisting these foundations help the many schools and students across the country that can benefit from some financial or equipment support. “If we can help one student enter into this growing industry the mission was a success,” says Brunori.About The Collision Repair Education Foundation The mission of the Collision Repair Education Foundation is: “To secure donations that support philanthropic and collision repair education activities that promote and enhance career opportunities in the industry.” The ultimate goal of the Collision Repair Education Foundation is to create a future in which every entry-level technician hired will have graduated with the necessary skills and understanding of new technology to be well-trained, productive, and efficient employees from day one on the job. www.CollisionEducationFoundation.orgAbout Matrix System Matrix System Automotive Finishes, a Quest Automotive brand, has become one of the industry’s most successful aftermarket manufacturers of high quality paints, primers, hardeners, clearcoats and reducers. Today, the AccuShade® Intermix System now leads the product line, giving body shops the ability to make over 250,000 colors with exact formulas and 2.1 V.O.C. compliant products. For more information about Matrix System, visit: www.MatrixSystem.com.