And not to disappoint, many of you have asked to see the art that was donated for the event. Without further ado, I present the fabulous artists and their work: (click for a larger view)
Emily painted an acrylic piece based on an interview (of me, actually) of a MP supporter's first trip on Lake Volta.
Mark used Prismacolor (a good 50 boxes!) on black paper to create his piece based on one of our original MP photos.
Sarah donated two acrylic pieces that could either be displayed as a whole or in two separate locations. To me, this piece shows the contract between freedom and slavery using color.
Ashley's was by far the most conceptual piece using ink and watercolor. She used a child's Spirograph to depict the cycle of slavery on Lake Volta. Sorta have to see this one in person to 'get it', but trust me, it's brilliant.
Tanner's piece was the only oil, a heart depicting love on a cloudy day.
Keith used his amazing gifts to replicate one of our favorite MP images in monochromatic watercolor. This piece was a huge hit at the auction!
Our youngest artist Shelby, at 16, sent her painting in all the way from Denver. It's a large acrylic piece depicting the face of Ghana. We auctioned this piece off online the day before the event to target some folks who weren't able to attend on Thursday night.
And finally, our last piece on Thursday night was based on actual footprints of some of the boys still out fishing on the lake.
Clearly, there was some serious talent represented at our event. I was so excited about each of these pieces and thrilled that they were all so unique and various in medium and presentation. Greatful for these artists who fully donated their time and efforts towards this fundraiser.
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The rest of the weekend has honestly felt like a vacation. Lunch with friends, sleep, running, reading, cooking, relaxing. I even sat through two movies. Two! It's been good. Ready to dive in to whatever the coming week brings. Then back to Ghana in two weeks!
Week's verse:
Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power.
Ephesians 6:10
Short, simple and one that will stick with me this week.
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