' The Dreamin Tree"
Artist: Allerrai
Age: 13
Medium: Chinese Ink Brush on Paper
Art means a lot. Art takes you into
another dimension. It is better than
anything in this world. With art I learn
about life and that I am a good person
Alleria is an artist, poet, an amazing dancer, and athlete. Her stunning illustration called "The Dreamin Tree" will be in the live auction during the fundraiser on May 2nd at 7:45. Please join us for a soulful evening supportIng our artists and their ART!
ART=HAPPY
THE LARGER MEANING
Disadvantaged youth find hope in art and self-expression
SAUSALITO, CA (May 2, 2009) – More than 200 children will participate in the 3rd annual The Art of Transformation, a groundbreaking art exhibition that honors the extraordinary creations of children who receive treatment from Lincoln Child Center, Red Hill Academy, Sand Paths Academy, and Seneca Center. The Collective agencies are all Bay Area non-profit organizations that provide mental health services for severely emotionally disturbed children and their families.
The exhibition highlights what art means to the children exhibiting in the show. It provides an opportunity for the public to learn more about therapeutic art, the children who benefit from transformative art programs, and the positive impact art has on the children’s lives.
The exhibit will open for viewing on April 18, 2009 and will culminate with a reception on the evening of May 2, 2009. A silent auction will be held for select pieces along with a live auction featuring art pieces from each agency and works donated by Bay Area artists. Guests will also enjoy a panel discussion with three experts in the field of transformative art. Panelists will explore the following questions: How is art transformative? Does art have the potential to heal?
Soulful entertainment will be provided by Alma Desnuda (Spanish for 'Naked Soul'), an acoustically groovin' four-piece band that plays uplifting, funky and fun, danceable music with a powerful message of unity and living life to the fullest.
When: Saturday, May 2, 2009 at 5:00 pm
Where: Studio 333, 333A Caledonia Street, Sausalito, CA
What: A fundraiser to benefit the children and art departments of participating agencies
$20 - $50 suggested donation at the door (sliding scale-no one turned away)
5:00 pm Doors open, hors d’oeuvres and beverages
5:15-6:00 pm Panel Discussion and Q&A: How is art transformative? What the effects does art have on our children? Does art have the potential to heal?
Panelists include:
Dr. Michael Samuels, MD, director and cofounder of Art is a Healing Force;
Peter M. Rojcewicz, PhD, former chair of Julliard's Department of Liberal Arts and presently dean of JFK University's School of Holistic Studies;
Michael Grady, MFA, dean of JFK University's Department of Arts and Consciousness. The panel will be facilitated by Lisa Rasmussen, MFA, one of the founders of The Art of Transformation and pioneer of the Transformative art program at Lincoln Child Center.
6:00-10:00 pm Music and entertainment provided by Alma Desnuda.
8:30 pm Silent auction closes
Live Auction for select pieces at 7:45 p.m..
For more information, visit http://artoftransformation3.blogspot.com/
Media Contacts:
Lincoln Child Center: Kimball Lane, 510.482.6645, kimballlane@lincolncc.org
Red Hill Academy: Jodie Mathison, 415.256.9312 x232 jmathison@redhillacademy.org
Sand Paths Academy: Annie Crowder, 415.826.2662, crowder980@comcast.net
Seneca Center: Anne Farrah, 510.317.1446 x227, anne_farrah@senecacenter.org
Studio 333: Christopher Holbrook, 415.290.0934, christopher@studio333.info
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