These posters are part of Project Hope Art’s Renegade Storytelling Project, bringing popular children’s stories to life for the people of Haiti in schools and streets. High resolution images are downloadable for a $5 donation. Click on the button to purchase via PayPal and you will get immediate download instructions.
DIY: Bunny Ears
Items needed: headband, 16-20 gauge wire, scissors, 1/4 yard of your fave fabric, needle, thread
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1. Bend wire to the shape of bunny ears.
2. Lay the molded wire on top of the lace and stitch both pieces together.
3. Cut along wired border.
4. Wrap both bunny ears to headband.
Bunny Ears in 10 Minutes.
100 Words: Photographers Speak – intentional whimsy
We recently put together a photo essay using 100 words or less with accompanying photos. The same format that NPR uses.
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Port au Prince, Haiti: Bleak Landscapes and Grim Living Conditions meet your arch nemesi: Vibrant Color, Laughter and Creativity.
In this war against despair the best weapon is intentional whimsy. The idea that things can be unnecessary for survival and yet totally necessary for LIVING.
In my travels throughout Haiti it is art that is constantly amusing the masses. Inspiring them to not give up or give in. But to laugh and appreciate what is and to make it through another day.
Connecting with the children of Haiti, the next generation of leaders, has forever changed how I approach obstacles in my own life. I am now grateful for every mouthful of food. For every blanket on my soft bed. For every mile I drive in my own car. For every chance I have to tell someone I love them. For every opportunity I am afforded to chase my dreams.
-Melissa Schilling
City of Dreams
This May, HOPE Art will stay closer to home and create art with kids in our own backyard at San Francisco’s City of Dreams program. Their mission is to help youth living in San Francisco’s low-income housing communities build brighter futures through mentorship and youth development. They are guided by a bold vision: To end the generational poverty cycle in the city’s most challenged neighborhoods. Project HOPE Art is planning 3 projects to introduce City of Dreams students to our work and the kids we work with in Haiti. Jenni Ward will be leading a photo collage project, Melissa Schilling will show them how to create moss graffiti and Elizabeth Marley will lead a life size architectural sculpture project. Stay tuned for pics of our creations!
Pierre Maxo Haiti Mural
I created this mural to celebrate the amazing artwork of a young Haitian artist named Pierre Maxo, and to raise funds for HOPE Art’s ongoing work in Haiti. It’s been very popular since it was posted last year, and is value packed with 3 sizes of murals included in one pdf template for just $10.
This fundraising mural contains 9, 16 and 36 page versions (preview here) of Mr. Maxo’s “Jungle” painting. Instructions and color guide are included. To purchase this fundraiser at the special price of $10, click the “Add to Cart” button to make your payment via Paypal. Download instructions will follow upon completion of payment. All proceeds from the sale of this mural will benefit Project HOPE Art. Warning: Download links will expire. Always save your pdf files immediately upon purchase.
