Nicole Picton, Dianna Norris, Renae Turnbaugh, Connie Marquez, Julie Upton and Tuija Walsh.

The Turtle Island Restoration Network hosted The Art of Saving Sea Turtles, an evening benefit celebrating local sea turtle conservation and community art, on Sept. 29 at The Bryan Museum conservatory in Galveston. In its second year, the event recognizes the efforts of the Turtle Island Restoration Network and its supporters who promote, implement and contribute to local sea turtle conservation. Guests enjoyed a silent auction, beer, wine and hors d’oeuvres. Photos by Carla Peoples

Turtle Island Restoration Network staff Todd Steiner, Joanie Steinhaus, Scott Artis and Theresa Morris.

Donna Dees and Tim Tobin.

George and Bernadette Kramer.

Amy and Justin Owens.

Leslie Clift and Sean Rogers.

Mary Cooper.

Kristin Finklea, Mackenzie Finklea and Karen Alberstadt.