When someone asks me to donate my artwork for a fundraiser I have a difficult time saying "no". I want to help. However I have experienced some frustration because of donations I have given in the past to the point that I have learned to say "no" when asked. I do donate to charities of my choice and prefer to give monetary donations rather than my artwork.
This time was different. The person asking had purchased a piece of jewelry from me and they were very appreciative of my creativeness and the time involved in making the jewelry. I couldn't say "no"!
I created this piece for the ALS fundraiser.
I tried patina on the copper for the first time. I was surprised at how quick and easy it was!
I started out with the polymer yellow, green and orange beads. It needed a pop of color so I added the blue.
I think someone will enjoy this late summer - early autumn necklace!
Very pretty! Someone is going to be lucky and the cause will certainly benefit.
ReplyDeleteHey Marian, I think you were right to donate this piece ... it's so pretty and will certainly brighten someone's day! and what a worthy cause, good work.
ReplyDeleteI completely understand both your desire to help with donations and your resistance to generally donate your art work. It's a careful balance that needs to be reached. Like you, I generally prefer cash donations, though I generally make one or two donation pieces per year.
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun piece you came up with in this case! I know whomever purchases it will be absolutely thrilled.
Great colours.Love and Hugs Tanya
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