Art Supplies For Rosa! Chiapas 2018
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Rosa is a talented young lady with a big heart who loves art and wants to receive an education. She lives in Chiapas, Mexico with her adopted family, the Terrells.
My name is Van Donohue and I am an artist, writer, and art model in Orange County, CA. Jamie and Peter Terrell are a part of my extended family and have invited me to stay with them next summer, June-July 2018, at their property in Chiapas, to teach Rosa.
I met Rosa for the first time in August. The family had gathered from all across the continent to celebrate the life of our beloved Aunt Helen, who passed earlier in the year.
I had heard the story of how my cousin Rosa came to live with the Terrells and was excited for the chance to finally be introduced. From the moment I met her, she amazed me; as someone who had been through so much pain and injustice in her childhood, Rosa was the brightest, most spirited person in the room. Although neither of us spoke the same language, we sat down at the table and began to work on some coloring books together.
Due to an accident Rosa lacks both hands to work with so she uses her mouth to color and draw. The finished piece she gave to me was detailed, vibrant, and frankly astounding. I was so struck by Rosa's creativity, positive attitude, and passion for art that when she asked for me to teach her, of course I couldn't say no.
During my two-month stay in Mexico I will be giving Rosa lessons in both art and English language, as well as volunteering for whatever projects my family needs help with. I cannot express how excited I am for this opportunity not only to teach what I am passionate about, but also to learn about the local art, culture, and people of Chiapas. It's going to be an amazing trip!
In order to get there with all the tools Rosa will need to learn and keep practicing art after I'm gone, we'll need as much help as we can get! Your donations will go to things like art supplies, teaching materials, and travel costs. I will post a more detailed wishlist later on, but for now my main goal is to spread the word and hopefully get people as excited as I am about this trip!
Stay posted for more updates, some backstory on Rosa and the Terrells, and info about local art events I will be fundraising at.
Thanks SO much for reading, even if you can't spare a donation. It means so much that you would take the time out of your day to share this excitement with us. Happy holidays!
XOXOXOXO
<3 from Van and Rosa
My name is Van Donohue and I am an artist, writer, and art model in Orange County, CA. Jamie and Peter Terrell are a part of my extended family and have invited me to stay with them next summer, June-July 2018, at their property in Chiapas, to teach Rosa.
I met Rosa for the first time in August. The family had gathered from all across the continent to celebrate the life of our beloved Aunt Helen, who passed earlier in the year.
I had heard the story of how my cousin Rosa came to live with the Terrells and was excited for the chance to finally be introduced. From the moment I met her, she amazed me; as someone who had been through so much pain and injustice in her childhood, Rosa was the brightest, most spirited person in the room. Although neither of us spoke the same language, we sat down at the table and began to work on some coloring books together.
Due to an accident Rosa lacks both hands to work with so she uses her mouth to color and draw. The finished piece she gave to me was detailed, vibrant, and frankly astounding. I was so struck by Rosa's creativity, positive attitude, and passion for art that when she asked for me to teach her, of course I couldn't say no.
During my two-month stay in Mexico I will be giving Rosa lessons in both art and English language, as well as volunteering for whatever projects my family needs help with. I cannot express how excited I am for this opportunity not only to teach what I am passionate about, but also to learn about the local art, culture, and people of Chiapas. It's going to be an amazing trip!
In order to get there with all the tools Rosa will need to learn and keep practicing art after I'm gone, we'll need as much help as we can get! Your donations will go to things like art supplies, teaching materials, and travel costs. I will post a more detailed wishlist later on, but for now my main goal is to spread the word and hopefully get people as excited as I am about this trip!
Stay posted for more updates, some backstory on Rosa and the Terrells, and info about local art events I will be fundraising at.
Thanks SO much for reading, even if you can't spare a donation. It means so much that you would take the time out of your day to share this excitement with us. Happy holidays!
XOXOXOXO
<3 from Van and Rosa
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Van Donohue
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Aliso Viejo, CA
