Pay Art Forward

Hello, my name is David Gerbstadt. I am an artist.

I got a note from someone who donated money to me.

Hello David: I hope you are doing well. I have donated to you in the past and received 2 paintings, "You are Loved" and "Never Give Up"; both are very nice. I have a colleague who is based in the Netherlands. Her name is Wilma. Last year, she was hit by a car while on her bicycle, and the road to recovery has been very long. Surgery after surgery, and now, a few months ago, she had a stroke. Can you send me an inspiring painting and note that I will then send to her as a gift? I would appreciate that. Thanks, Jim

This request touched my heart... 

I was run over by a 14 wheeler while on my bicycle in on December 28, 2007.  I am still troubled with PTSD and pain from the accident.  Making art full time as an artist is a major force in my world that makes me happy and able to spread joy and love.  That and my rescue dogs.

Here is the painting I made for Wilma.
Acrylic on canvas.  16" x 20"


I thought of a way to "pay it forward" that would help  someone else, a non-profit company, or speacil group.

Your donation sends "Random art for a smile" 

Your donation to me has art mailed to someone you know who might need a little color in their world or encouragement.

OR I can mail art to a non-profit who can auction or sell the art.  

Here is how it works:

$1 - Gets 1 "Be Kind" button mailed anywhere you wish.
(90 different buttons available - 48 shown)
Have button mailed to a friend or someone you know.
OR mail buttons to a school, non-profit, etc.


$2 - Magnets for frig or anything metal.  They look like the ones above as buttons.

$10 - Gets you an original drawing mailed.

Sample of a orignal drawing.


Sample of a original drawing.



Sample of a original drawing.


$50+ Gets you a painting mailed where ever you wish.

Sample of painting.


Sample of painting


Sample of painting