DDB Sydney launches online art auction to raise funds for rebuilding of Nepal after earthquake
DDB Group Sydney has launched an online art auction to raise funds for the rebuilding efforts of Nepal in the wake of the earthquake in April this year.
The auction, Namaste for Nepal, features 100 international artists including Ken Done, Reg Mombassa and Anthony Lister.
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The brain child of DDB Sydney senior art buyer Leesa Murray, the initiative sees the creative agency partner with charity Save the Children.
DDB Group Australia CEO Andrew Little said in a statement: “On April 25, 2015, at 11:56am local time, the tiny Himalayan country of Nepal was stunned by a massive 7.6 magnitude earthquake with devastating consequences.
“Many Australians feel a deep and profound connection to Nepal for many reasons and we were a nation touched by a friend in need. Many of us have travelled to Nepal and all fondly remember being welcomed by its gentle people greeting us with their uniquely Himalayan ‘Namaste’, meaning I salute the Divine in you.
“When DDB Sydney’s senior art buyer, Leesa Murray, had the great idea of an online art auction run through Facebook that leverages the power of the Australian industry and the broader DDB network, we were overwhelmed by the support we received from our incredible artists and DDB staff. We approached Save the Children to partner us and we are delighted to be at launch date.”
Online bidding kicks off today and is open for three weeks, finishing up on August 13 in a “closing ceremony” at the Object Gallery Sydney.
Save the Children CEO Paul Ronalds said in a statement: “Three months on from the first earthquake and the situation is still desperate in Nepal. The monsoon has arrived and we are just months from the harsh winter, yet because of the sheer scale of the disaster there are still thousands of families living in inadequate shelter.
“Save the Children and other aid agencies are working around the clock to provide basic necessities like food, water and more permanent shelter, as well as getting children back to class. The support of DDB Group Sydney to raise funds directly for our work in Nepal is remarkable and greatly appreciated.”
To view the artwork and make a bid go to:
Credits:
- Chief creative officer Toby Talbot
- Art director Trong Ronakiat
- Writer Steve Jackson
- Art buyer Leesa Murray
- Designer Ramon Rodriguez
- Creative partners Steve Jackson/Noah Regan
Miranda Ward worked for Mumbrella from 2013 to 2017, eventually becoming deputy editor. Miranda joined Mumbrella in September 2013 from Sky News.
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