Help Rebuild Art and Restore Hope After Loss

Help Rebuild My Art After Hurricane Helene, I am safe but I lost all my art that supports my family

Dear Friends, Family, and Art Lovers,

My name is Brent, aka glassblowingb, and I am a local artist based in Asheville, North Carolina. I have dedicated the last two decades to creating art that reflects this unique community, but recently, I faced an unimaginable loss. Due to the devastating effects of Hurricane Helene, I lost all of my artwork that was displayed in the River Arts District Marquee.

The impact of this hurricane has been overwhelming. My artwork represents not only my passion but also countless hours of hard work, creativity, and love. Losing it has not only affected me emotionally but has also made it incredibly difficult to support myself as an artist during this challenging time.

While I am hopeful that FEMA will provide assistance, I need your help to get back on my feet in the meantime. I am reaching out to you to help me rebuild what was lost. Your contributions will go directly towards:

- Creating new artwork to replace what I lost

- Covering basic living expenses while I navigate this recovery process

- Materials and supplies necessary for my artistic practice

I am so grateful for any support you can offer, whether it’s a donation, sharing this campaign with your network, or simply reaching out with messages of encouragement. Every little bit helps, and together, we can rebuild not just my art, but my spirit.

Thank you for your kindness and support during this difficult time. I look forward to sharing my new creations with you all soon.

With gratitude,

Brent Earnest

Full Blown Glass

Instagram @fullblownglass

TikTok @glassblowingb

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