Hi, Keith here (aka kwano.gen), bit of background first, for the last few years I’ve been pursuing probably my life dream of becoming an artist alongside working as freelance digital creator.

I've found a real affinity and true love with blending my portrait artwork and design experience with new technologies of today, and maybe (just maybe) I’m getting some really good results. In addition this year been invited to exhibit in a number of digital and immersive exhibitions in Oslo and London.

This last months a lot has happened for me in the space which i’m immensely grateful for, truely had some amazing support and recognition for my work and artistic development, I rarely ask anyone for help and asking you isnt easy, but I’m now presented with a big opportunity now to really level up.

THE OPPORTUNITY

My work this year has led to being offered this prestigious invitation by The British Art Fair to exhibit at Saatchi Gallery in London this September,

Showing my work at Saatchi is an unparalleled opportunity that offers immense value for my artistic career. This experience is not just an exhibition; it's a strategic move to significantly enhance my standing and future prospects:

Grand-scale Exposure: This is a chance to gain international exposure to a diverse and influential audience. With an estimated 14,000+ visitors expected, my work will be seen by galleries, curators, collectors, and press on a truly grand scale.

Legitimization and Recognition: Being part of DBA: Digitalism at Saatchi provides a crucial legitimization of my work within the art world. It signals a recognized quality and relevance for my digital creations.

Invaluable Networking: The fair offers a unique environment to meet, converse, and network with a wide array of individuals. This includes fellow artists (from traditional mediums to those integrating GenAI), discerning collectors, and other art-minded people from diverse backgrounds and interests. These interactions are crucial for fostering connections and opening new doors.

• Path-Shifting Potential: Ultimately, this moment has the potential to meaningfully shift my path as an artist. It can carve out new opportunities that would otherwise be difficult to access, propelling my career forward in significant way

COSTS

As a freelance digital creator in a tough market, the costs of being part of this event right now are very high for me, and I need some help to meet the entry costs.

While I am good at budgeting and saving as much as possible, can use cashpoints on flights, sofa hop with kind friends in London etc, but I really need some assistance with the main costs this project entails.

These total over $7,000 or 70000Nok .. and this is the target I’d really appreciate your help with, the core expenses include ..

Printing & Framing

Transportation, Shipping & Insurance

Exhibition Space & Stand set up

Whether your help is a donation or by simply sharing this link and my work with those who would also appreciate it and/or could also help with me reaching this goal.

Any amount of donation, comment, share is so appreciated, and if possible I’d love to see you at the event as well if you can make it to London.

Thanks so much for reading through and supporting my work in whichever way you can.

Keith Aylmore .. (kwano.gen on Instagram)