As we all know, this is also a time of severe economic crisis. I have been trying to shield myself from too much news of this in order to avoid panic seeping into my consciousness. But I cannot ignore my own financial struggles. As I struggle personally, I find that I also cannot ignore the fact that so many people have it much worse than I do. However little I have, there is always someone that has less, that needs more. I am lucky to have food in my cupboards, a roof over my head, an amazing group of supportive friends and family in my life. Some people have none of those things.
I would like to celebrate this amazing time in our country's history, and to contribute to the solution of our struggles in whatever small way I can. In this spirit, I have decided that for the remainder of January, I am donating 50% of all of my art sales to the Oregon Food Bank. In all honesty, I have needed their help before, so I know in a very personal way what it means to need food in such a way.
If you would like to help, you can purchase anything from my Etsy shop: http://LeaKArts.etsy.com. I also have a lot of original paintings that are not listed in my shop, so I am listing them below, with a "buy now" button below each one. On February 1st, I will write a check out for 50% of all sales (minus shipping) to the Oregon Food Bank. Let's give some real relief to people that really need it!
"Antiquated," 2008 by Lea Keohane. All Rights Reserved. 12" x 12" Mixed Media on board.
"What She Becomes," by Lea Keohane 2008. All Rights Reserved. 24" x 24" acrylic on canvas.
"Realization" by Lea Keohane 2008. All Rights Reserved. 18" x 24" Acrylic on masonite.
"Autumn" by Lea Keohane 2008. All Rights Reserved. 24" x 18" mixed media on masonite.
"Quiet Strength," by Lea Keohane 2008. All Rights Reserved. 18" x 24" acrylic on masonite.
"Dream Body," by Lea Keohane 2008. All Rights Reserved. 24" x 24" mixed media on masonite.
"What She Becomes," by Lea Keohane 2008. All Rights Reserved. 24" x 24" acrylic on canvas.
"Realization" by Lea Keohane 2008. All Rights Reserved. 18" x 24" Acrylic on masonite.
"Autumn" by Lea Keohane 2008. All Rights Reserved. 24" x 18" mixed media on masonite.
"Quiet Strength," by Lea Keohane 2008. All Rights Reserved. 18" x 24" acrylic on masonite.
"Dream Body," by Lea Keohane 2008. All Rights Reserved. 24" x 24" mixed media on masonite.
3 comments:
That is such a thoughtful thing to do! I know that like you, whenever I start thinking about how hard it has been for my family lately I try to think about how good we actually have it compared to the alternative. I did two fund raisers for our food bank here last year because it is really often forgotten, especially around the holidays when people are already hurting. Also, I love the new stuff, especially Antiquated!
How thoughtful of you Lea! I am very involved at our local Homeless shelter and food pantry and this economy is very tough on Non profits, especially these types of organizations that are often so under-budgeted to begin with. Kudos to you!
That is a wonderful idea!! The food bank in the city has a "grow a row" campaign that I do out here. Grow a row in your garden for the food bank. Need to help when we can.
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