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Started by: Matthew Burns
Hello friends,
Art is vital, as are the resources to create it. COVID-19 may have cast its shadow, but I am lighting the proverbial candles and keeping creativity glowing bright. There are 3 components to the journey I am on: Renaissance, Rent, and Resources! Each one requires something unique.
WHY I ASK FOR HELP:
Due to Shelter-in-Place, I have lost all my planned contractual income this spring and have been depleting savings to stay afloat in this temporary storm. Concurrently, I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes and isolation has been affording me an opportunity to be creative in ways I would never have imagined in January: self-care, the essentials and sustenance. In July, I will be launching a cyber art channel to help reach individuals who are regularly isolated, lack creative outlet or need to build confidence. When I create, I find great spirituality in the process. As a teacher, I strive to help others renew their sense of identity and confidence. It becomes a rebirth of skills and abilities they often do not take time to nurture or may mistrust initially. Having a safe and enlightened and accessible space to do this is crucial. This is the RENAISSANCE which I am asking you to help me create. The RENT and RESOURCES are immediate needs to ensure I continue the work I have started. As I rebuild and replenish through new on-line employment opportunities, I am seeking donors to help.
HOW I KNOW SUCCESS IS ASSURED:
As a teaching artist who holds an MFA, I have over 9 years of stewardship, enlightenment and engagement through art. The art channel and the pathway to launch it will create a renaissance, particularly with seniors and young artists, who often need to build skills and form identity. Art is problem solving and my tenures from the industries of student services and hospitality have given me a good eye for anticipating needs and connecting one- on-one.
WHAT WILL THE DONATIONS FUND?
RENT: for May 2020 $1,647
(I anticipate my contract work will increase in the coming month and, in combination with stimulus funding and new part time employment opportunities, will sufficiently cover June rent.).
RENAISSANCE: (Art Channel equipment) $1,538.85
(i.e. Logitech camera, iPhone replacement, iPad for demos, lighting, etc.).
RESOURCES:
Out of Pocket Medical Expenses: $325
Emergency Living Expenses: $239.15
WHO AND THE WHERE:
I am committed to personally thank each donor for their support and although individual perks/or donation prizes are not part of this campaign, I have some exciting plans as I reach my goal.
When I reach $500, I will be sharing a progress video and special message.
When I reach $1,000, I will be sharing an on-line painting adventure
When I reach $2,500, I will be hosting an on-line art gallery happy hour for donors
If you have the means and desire, I will ask to help provide any of the R & R &R. Thank you for your consideration.
Matthew Burns
For alternative ways to contribute:
Venmo: @Matt-Burns-110
Paypal: wave@theartfulmatt.com
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Posted by Matthew
April 30 at 7:10pm
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Constance Flannery — 3 years ago
Glad to hear you got so many responses. Hope a few more chip in before end of day. Please keep in touch. I care