July 4, 2007
For Immediate Release
Contact: Toni Daya-Luetgers
Email: tonidaya@tonidaya.com
Phone: 770 410-7653
An Invitation For Filipino Children to Participate in an Olympics Art Event in Beijing
Galing Foundation, Inc. (GFI), a non profit foundation for Filipino indigent children announces its search for 25 outstanding artwork by Filipino children living in the
Philippines and 10 outstanding artwork by Filipino children living Atlanta.
GFI is a volunteer coordinating partner with the International Paint Pals (IPP), a worldwide youth cultural organization that brings children together through the universal language of art. For the past eleven years IPP has held art exhibitions in many countries for the United Nations, The Olympic Games, and other global institutions. Over 100,000 young artists in 50 countries have participated in our programs on various themes of international interest and concern. We now have an exciting exhibition opportunity, and we would like to invite Filipino children in the Philippines and Atlanta to participate.
“We are looking forward to an even greater event in Beijing which will enable young artists from around the globe to present their creative messages in an exhibition designed to promote friendship, goodwill, understanding, and peace among all people everywhere
in today’s complex world”, according to Linden Longino Director, International Paint Pals.
The Beijing Youth Federation (BYF) was founded in 1949 and is the prime organization representing children and youth in Beijing. It is composed of 29 member organizations which serve over 4,000,000 kids in the city. One of BYF’s goals is extensive communication and cooperation with young people in all other countries.
International Paint Pals (IPP) was started in 1995 by The Carter Presidential Center in Atlanta, USA. In 1996 IPP became a program of Youth Art Connection, a division of Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Atlanta which serve over 30,000 children and youth. One of
IPP’s goals is to promote cultural understanding and friendship among kids worldwide.
BYF will obtain artwork from Chinese children and will arrange for the exhibition to be held in a prominent location in Beijing. The desired opening date will be 1 June 2008, which is National Children’s Day in China. However, it is possible that the
exhibition will open on an earlier date in 2008. Working through local volunteer organizers in each area, IPP will obtain artwork from young artists in as many other countries as possible and will send them to Beijing for the exhibition there. IPP will also
have an exhibition in its Youth Art Connection Gallery in Atlanta and possibly at the United Nations in New York City. The artwork will also be displayed on the websites of GFI, BYF and IPP/Youth Art Connection.
GFI’s goal will be to send the best 25 works to IPP in Atlanta, to arrive no later than 15 December 2008, or earlier if possible. Essays and poems written by the children will also be
welcomed along with their artwork.
Types of Artwork:
Paintings, drawings, collages, etc., using materials of the artist’s choice. Works should be on regular paper, not on thick paper or boards. Materials such as beans, leaves, or other
things that can break off during shipment should not be used.
Subjects of Artwork:
The artwork should reflect the ideals and spirit of the Olympics, such as peace and friendship among all nations; love of sports and the joys of friendly participation; any scenes that communicate messages of people of goodwill, of all ages, coming together
through the Olympics for peaceful sporting, cultural, educational, and other enjoyable activities.
Ages of Artists:
Ages 6 through 18 may participate.
Maximum Size of Works:
Works should be no larger than 40 x 50 centimeters (16 x 20 inches).
Identification of Artwork:
Please do not put any information on the front of the paintings. On the back of each work, please show the following information in English and in capital letters: Artist’s first name and family name; Age; City and Country; Title of artwork; Name and address of the artist’s school or other Sponsoring organization. In the package of artwork, please include a separate listing of
all the above information for all artists.
Number of Works to be Sent and Mailing Address:
Galing Foundation, Inc.
1050 Wilde Run Court
Roswell, GA 30075
USA
IMPORTANT: The works should be mailed flat in a protective wrapping, with no mountings, mats, or frames. OR, they may be rolled up and sent in mailing tubes. They will be prepared for the exhibitions by IPP and BYF.
Photos of Artists:
Some photos of children painting their pictures, etc., will be welcomed and will add a warm touch to the exhibition.
Essays and Poems:
Any writings that the artists wish to send with their paintings will be welcomed. This is entirely optional with you and your artists.
Deadline for Mailing:
Please send your package in time for us to receive it by 15 December 2007. We will appreciate earlier mailings if possible. We thank you for being responsible for your mailing costs.
Awards:
All artists will receive a Certificate of Participation from GFI, IPP and BYF.
News of the exhibitions and press releases will be available on
www.galingfoundation.com
The Artwork Will Be Used for Exhibitions and Cannot Be Returned:
Because of the large number of expected participants, it will not be possible for us to return any of the artwork to you. We encourage you to take photographs or make copies for your further use of the images. We thank the children in advance for their generous contributions to a non-profit program for the Olympic Games. We hope they will feel that they are a part of this magnificent world celebration of peace and friendship and this will be a meaningful reward for them. By sending the works to us, you agree that they may be used for several exhibitions and cannot be returned.
Website Information:
Galing Foundation, Inc.: www.galingfoundation.com
Beijing Youth Federation: www.beijingyouth.org.cn
Youth Art Connection: www.youthartconnection.org
International Paint Pals: www.paintpals.org
Progress updates will be posted on the websites from time to time.
