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This philanthropist-artist raised ₱1.7 million in three days for House of Hope
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This philanthropist-artist raised ₱1.7 million in three days for House of Hope
This philanthropist-artist raised ₱1.7 million in three days for House of Hope
The exhibit 'Colors of Hope' turns over 100 percent of the proceeds to the halfway home for children with cancer
Published Mar 21, 2023 12:03 am
Featured image: FORCE FOR GOOD Joseph C. Sy, Chito Recto, Toby Gan, the artist, House of Hope’s Dr. Mae Dolendo, and Ambassador Mindy Cruz
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Philanthropist and visual artist Joyce Herrera Wong opened her third solo art exhibition and fundraiser on Feb. 20 to a private but packed reception, attracting a full house of attendees, from notable donors and sponsors to loyal friends and fans. Held at the social halls of Roxas Triangle Towers, the intimate venue provided the perfect setting for a resoundingly successful opening night, with all proceeds going directly to the artist’s charity of choice, non-profit organization House of Hope (HoH) located in Davao.
Amid an excited buzz of anticipation, the opening ceremony drew together a crowd local and international, indiscriminate and diverse, all sharing a genuine appreciation of the art and support for the charitable cause. The formal reception commenced with an informative video regarding the inspirational journey and endeavors of the House of Hope as shared by the founder, Dr. Mae Dolendo. The artist herself, who thanked all the donors, the buyers of her artworks, and everyone who made time to attend the event, followed her talk.
The sale of 20 paintings raised ₱811,000, raffle tickets raised ₱500,000, and six auction pieces raised ₱176,000. Straight cash donations to the artist raised ₱215,000. The total: ₱1,702,000 to be turned over to the charity.
Colors of Hope
In an unexpected gesture of gratitude, perhaps the most touching point of the night was a surprise media presentation shared by the charity: a beautiful and moving collection of pre-recorded messages from House of Hope volunteers, staff, and even patients themselves. It was a tribute that had an overwhelming impact on its viewers, and invoked profound sentiment that lasted throughout the event’s three-day run.
Aptly entitled “Colors of Hope,” the exhibit featured 20 original paintings two years in the making, depicting the vibrant range of nature’s multifaceted beauty and a welcome collection of artworks, embracing light and the enduring power of hope amid the darkness of our post pandemic world. Unsurprisingly, no colors were spared in this labor of love, each masterpiece a fitting hallmark to the inherent and inspirational power of nature’s serene splendor and ethereal beauty.
Entering an intimate but open, frills free space of simple design, each framed painting is allowed its own private space, with an almost personal pedestal of light. No one piece is focally displayed, with the free flowing layout allowing each visitor to take in and appreciate each artwork equally, without competition or hierarchy.
A Dance of Lights
Expanding this visual repertoire, the table of raffle prizes and auction items were prominently featured. The live draw created a hopeful thrill of energy, as carefully curated items from vintage pieces of jewelry, artworks, and luxury designer accessories were won by lucky winners. On the auction table, various mediums of art from established and professional artists, designer handbags, and jewelry were just as appealing and went to the highest bidders.
Known almost as much for her talent as her generosity, Joyce Herrera-Wong has a sustained pattern of artistic excellence and selfless charity, establishing respect and admiration in the local and national art scene through various exhibitions, both solo and shared, and each time donating all gross proceeds to a charity of her choice.
Consistently a success, her coveted and sometimes even commissioned paintings almost always sell out before the show started on opening night. Most of her masterpieces have been purchased, collected, and displayed by admirers and artists from all over the world, including Hong Kong, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Bangkok, Manila, London, Seattle, Connecticut, New Jersey, Florida, Hawaii, and Sydney.
Desmond Tutu once said “Hope is being able to see that there is light despite all of the darkness.” The affirmative power of hope was indeed embedded into each transformative artwork as the exhibit’s ultimate mission is to invoke a sense of positive enlightenment, and serves as a tool for the solace we all seek and need following such dark and difficult times.
Tiffany Wong
Philanthropist and visual artist Joyce Herrera Wong opened her third solo art exhibition and fundraiser on Feb. 20 to a private but packed reception, attracting a full house of attendees, from notable donors and sponsors to loyal friends and fans. Held at the social halls of Roxas Triangle Towers, the intimate venue provided the perfect setting for a resoundingly successful opening night, with all proceeds going directly to the artist’s charity of choice, non-profit organization House of Hope (HoH) located in Davao.
Amid an excited buzz of anticipation, the opening ceremony drew together a crowd local and international, indiscriminate and diverse, all sharing a genuine appreciation of the art and support for the charitable cause. The formal reception commenced with an informative video regarding the inspirational journey and endeavors of the House of Hope as shared by the founder, Dr. Mae Dolendo. The artist herself, who thanked all the donors, the buyers of her artworks, and everyone who made time to attend the event, followed her talk.
The sale of 20 paintings raised ₱811,000, raffle tickets raised ₱500,000, and six auction pieces raised ₱176,000. Straight cash donations to the artist raised ₱215,000. The total: ₱1,702,000 to be turned over to the charity.
In an unexpected gesture of gratitude, perhaps the most touching point of the night was a surprise media presentation shared by the charity: a beautiful and moving collection of pre-recorded messages from House of Hope volunteers, staff, and even patients themselves. It was a tribute that had an overwhelming impact on its viewers, and invoked profound sentiment that lasted throughout the event’s three-day run.
Aptly entitled “Colors of Hope,” the exhibit featured 20 original paintings two years in the making, depicting the vibrant range of nature’s multifaceted beauty and a welcome collection of artworks, embracing light and the enduring power of hope amid the darkness of our post pandemic world. Unsurprisingly, no colors were spared in this labor of love, each masterpiece a fitting hallmark to the inherent and inspirational power of nature’s serene splendor and ethereal beauty.
Entering an intimate but open, frills free space of simple design, each framed painting is allowed its own private space, with an almost personal pedestal of light. No one piece is focally displayed, with the free flowing layout allowing each visitor to take in and appreciate each artwork equally, without competition or hierarchy.
Expanding this visual repertoire, the table of raffle prizes and auction items were prominently featured. The live draw created a hopeful thrill of energy, as carefully curated items from vintage pieces of jewelry, artworks, and luxury designer accessories were won by lucky winners. On the auction table, various mediums of art from established and professional artists, designer handbags, and jewelry were just as appealing and went to the highest bidders.
Known almost as much for her talent as her generosity, Joyce Herrera-Wong has a sustained pattern of artistic excellence and selfless charity, establishing respect and admiration in the local and national art scene through various exhibitions, both solo and shared, and each time donating all gross proceeds to a charity of her choice.
Consistently a success, her coveted and sometimes even commissioned paintings almost always sell out before the show started on opening night. Most of her masterpieces have been purchased, collected, and displayed by admirers and artists from all over the world, including Hong Kong, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Bangkok, Manila, London, Seattle, Connecticut, New Jersey, Florida, Hawaii, and Sydney.
Desmond Tutu once said “Hope is being able to see that there is light despite all of the darkness.” The affirmative power of hope was indeed embedded into each transformative artwork as the exhibit’s ultimate mission is to invoke a sense of positive enlightenment, and serves as a tool for the solace we all seek and need following such dark and difficult times.