A personal note…
Dear friends,
I’m taking a chance and writing you this VERY long blog, hoping it holds your attention to the end! After almost two years of not much to say, I think it’s finally time to share some thoughts.
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On Saturday May 14th, NNAG founder Sherry Berger and Stoyan Stoyanov hosted a special event on their family bee farm and orchard in Bulgaria. Over 75 people from Ukraine, Bulgaria, the United States and other countries enjoyed a day of healing art, music and nature.
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We join the global movement in creating art in solidarity with those affected by the war in Ukraine, and offer our wish for peace.
Although the war in Ukraine weighs heavily on us all, our capacity for unity, compassion and love is palpable. There is perhaps no better testament to this fact than the countless people who are coming together and working towards creation rather than destruction.
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REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED
Registered Artists – Read guidelines, download your square, submit your art click here >.
The COVID-19 pandemic has affected everyone on both physical and emotional levels. But many people find they can cope with social distancing, self isolation, and this new era of uncertainty through a lens of creativity and mindfulness.
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Help incarcerated artists stay connected during Covid-19 visitation suspensions. We know it’s a scary time for everyone, but especially for those where social distancing is not an option. The feedback and #humanconnection these artists receive can be so beneficial to help them stay focused and positive during this time of isolation and great uncertainty.
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We have received dozens of letters in gratitude from prisoners through our Art Beyond Bars project. We couldn’t possibly post them all, but here are a few. We also posted an image of the postcard we originally sent as reference. If anyone is interested in lending a hand in correspondence, please contact us. Thank you to all our artists and supporters!
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Our 2019 Art Beyond Bars project sends artwork to prisoners in a mission to offer creativity, connection, and kindness to those disconnected from society.
Creative artwork can help bring hope and healing to many of the men and women neglected in the prison system. Any colorful works of art are cherished possessions on a prison wall.
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A mini holiday get together in Philly….one for a cause!
Artists and friends of (no name) Art Group come together for some good food, good drinks, and good will. We’ve been in touch with many prison charities (getting ready for our next project), and there is a great need for holiday cards for prisoners, especially within the LGBTQ community.
There are so many talented and interesting artists in our group, and I consider it an honor to know most of them personally. Their stories are fascinating, surprising, and always very inspiring. One of our artists has been telling his story as a Cambodian refugee through incredibly beautiful, powerful illustrations. I am so moved by these very personal stories of his life expressed with such sensitivity– exposing the vulnerabilities, love, and challenges of his childhood.
Our artist wishes to remain anonymous, but I am so grateful he has agreed to share some of his illustrations with us. A select handful have been chosen and featured below. They provide insight into life as a refugee and describe hardships most of us can not imagine.