ART SHIELD'S Ukrainian Artists group show in London.

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Wesley Swolfs and 3 others are organizing this fundraiser.

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Hi, this is Wesley from Art Shield.

Art Shield is a non-profit organisation dedicated to nurturing and empowering artists around the globe, particularly those facing the challenges of censorship, oppression, or war. Our mission is to ensure that these artists have the platform, support, and opportunities they need to thrive and share their unique voices with the world.

Our Mission - Identify / Showcase / Grow

Identify

We identify the most promising talents emerging from crisis areas. Our team travels directly to these regions, connects with local artists and communities, assesses their needs, and identifies top talent. We believe in the power of art to transcend adversity and inspire change, and our goal is to bring these artists into the global spotlight.

Showcase

Art Shield is dedicated to bringing the stories and talents of these artists to the world through unique, immersive events. We host exhibitions, performances, and showcases that feature films, plays, music, fashion, and more. Our events are designed to raise awareness and foster understanding by presenting art in ways that engage and move audiences. By inviting press and influential figures, we help these artists reach a wider audience and gain the recognition they deserve.

Grow

Our commitment extends beyond showcasing talent. We are passionate about fostering community growth and development. We support redistribution projects in local areas, finance the establishment of art centers, and run art therapy programs. Through educational, commercial, and institutional support, we help artists and their communities flourish and build sustainable futures.

Why Support Art Shield

Supporting Art Shield means investing in a future where art and culture can thrive, even in the face of adversity. Your contributions will help us:

Identify and support artists who are at risk due to conflict or oppression.
Showcase their work to the world, raising awareness and appreciation for their stories and talents.
Grow these artists' communities by providing the resources they need to succeed and make a lasting impact.

Call to Action

Join us in our mission to empower artists and amplify their voices. Your support can make a profound difference in the lives of these creators and their communities. Together, we can create a world where art not only survives but thrives.

UKRAINIAN GROUP SHOW IN LONDON

On 28/06 we are opening our group show "Echoes and Vision" in the Old Sessions House in London featuring an exciting mix of 24 Ukrainian upcoming and established artists, followed by a 2 day cultural festival with various Ukrainian performers and musicians. You can find the full program here. "Opening London Program"

As we have been funding all the pre-production costs ourselves, we could use some financial support for the production of these events. The money raised here will be used to pay for artists transport and accommodation, shipping of Art Works from Ukraine to London, venue related costs and staffing for the exhibition, and a professional event manager to help us make this an unforgettable gathering in London.

All proceedings from the art works sold at the exhibition will be split 50/50 between the Artists and Art Shield, 25% of Art Shield's part will go to our endeavours in opening an Art Therapy Centre in Kyiv. You can see some of our current and future impact and projects on our website here .

Thank you for your support,

In name of the Art Shield team,

Wesley