The Bermuda Arts Centre at Dockyard partners with The Friends of Hospice.
Twelve artists were asked to be a part of this exciting initiative and it all began with a single photograph of a serene area in Bermuda, which was then cut into 12 pieces. A piece was then given to each artist, none of which had any idea where the photo was taken, or what the complete picture looked like.
Meet one of our Artists that is credited towards our Collaborative Art installation to raise money and awareness for Friends of Hospice and The Bermuda Arts Centre
BARB FREDA
“I started painting with the Plein air group in Bermuda nearly eight years ago after working up my courage to first show up to the group and then to actually show my work to the group. I credit the welcoming and encouraging spirit of the Bermuda Plein air painters for much of the progress I’ve made as a painter and a sketch artist. Giving back to fundraising efforts in Bermuda is a way of saying thank you for the education from so many talented painters on the island.”Facebook: Barbara.fredaInstagram: babettefeasts””
The artists then painted their interpretation of the photograph received. At the end all 12 squares were put together to create a single scene and the blend of mixed media and unique styles came together to create the most amazing work of art. This work of art, two feet by 6 feet, had been created by a team of talented artists and now all that was left to do was to find the perfect home for it.
An installation containing this level of artistic collaboration needed to be housed somewhere that allowed it to be seen by many and where it could have a positive impact, as do all great pieces of art. The creation of the installation began shortly after a capital campaign was launched by Friends of Hospice to build a new facility to replace the existing Agape House and it was then the artists agreed the new facility would be the perfect home for their labour of love.
Participating artists were Barb Freda, Cheryl Hastings, Christopher Grimes, Christopher Marson, Diana Amos, Heidi Cowen, Jonah Jones, Lee Kitson, Michele Smith, Sylvia May, Tiffany Banner and Tricia Roberts many of whom have also agreed to donate additional pieces of art to hang throughout the new facility.
Prior to installation in the new AGAPE House, sponsors are sought for each individual square. This will take place in the form of an auction to sponsor the square and artist of your choice. The highest bidder for each square will have their names placed on a plaque to hang under the installation piece at the new hospice facility. Those successful sponsors/bidders will receive an 8″x10″ painting from the artist they have bid on.
PLACE YOUR BID HERE TO SUPPORT TWO WORTHY CHARITIES
This co-operative fundraiser supports the enhancement of quality of life and the beauty of art that surrounds us, both of which go hand in hand.
All are encouraged to stop by BREW on Front Street from now through April 30, 2021 to view this extraordinary piece of work.