(Photo from DOC media release 18 January 2008).Artists are frequently asked to donate paintings for worthy causes. Often I am tempted to ask "Are you donating three weeks of YOUR salary too?" of the person who thinks they are doing you a favour by asking for donations of your work, but I never say "No". In this case I volunteered: yes, it is a good cause, but truthfully the chance to exhibit with other New Zealanders in London was too good to turn down.
If you are in Mayfair between 1 September and 10 October do pop in and let me know how it all looks. Mine will be the tiny works, 4 inches by 8 inches, not at all conspicuous.
I hate parting with some works; it will hurt letting these ones go.
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2 comments:
It's so beautiful that you did this.
I had several charity auctions I wanted to give works to in July but...as you know...my mind and life got sidetracked a bit.
Love you!
Hi Kay, That is fantastic!! Feels so funny to be exhibiting together - half way accross the world - having never met - only exchanging emails. I know at least 5 other NZ Artists exhibiting too (all NZ Art Guild members). I totally understand what you mean about artists being asked for donations frequently - I, like you, never say no - but occasionally do want to ask who else is giving up that much of their income? If you make it over there - take some photos for us artists back in NZ. :-) Sophia
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