Photos From May 15th Volunteer Day at Clarkdale

Here are some photographs from May 15th when we painted three murals with the help of AMAZING volunteers. Debrosse Hardesty Gallery hopes that the three murals add beauty and warmth to Clarkdale Elementary students' new home for now. Bill helped so much and I was so happy to see my sister Rachel there and my Mother show up and help for over an hour!

It's a beautiful thing to actually see minute by minute how working together can make a difference. In the beginning of the day it was daunting to see the outlines on the wall waiting to be painted. But then the volunteers trickled in then flooded in. It was a wonderful day.
~Isabelle Debrosse Hardesty

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Debrosse Hardesty Gallery Helps Local School

We are so excited about May 15th!  Bill Hardesty and I, Isabelle Debrosse Hardesty, will be helping with the beautification of a local school recently hit with disaster.

On September 21,2009, Clarkdale Elementary was flooded up to the roof. The school was no longer fit for students or staff. Books, computers, supplies and more were completely ruined. Fortunately all students and staff made it out safely that afternoon.  History making rainfall swelled nearby Sweetwater Creek and waters inched up steadily all morning and crested to about 9 feet by evening.

The students had to be divided between two different local schools. The K-2 students are at Compton Elementary and on May 15th we are excited to volunteer our time to create three murals on the schools walls. It has been quite an adjustment for students and staff. We are glad we are able to help. Everybody can make a difference. 


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Spiritual Connection

Art and beauty are entwined. Painting something that is beautiful is a beginning point for many newcomers, but painting something with meaning is truly rewarding. The meaning is a secret treasure, first to be discovered by the artist. Creating art is a spiritual connection. To have your spirit alive and lead you as you create is a divine connection.

ISABELLE DEBROSSE HARDESTY TO HAVE ONLINE ART OPENING

Haitian American Artist  Has Online Art Opening to Help Haiti

     Isabelle Debrosse Hardesty will be exhibiting her artwork online as a special event on June 11th to coincide with her art show in Marietta, Ga. The art show will be a virtual art opening that will run from 2pm June 11th through 6pm She is donating a portion of the proceeds from the sale of her artwork directly to the Red Cross' Haiti Relief and Development. The online opening can be seen at http://www.debrossehardesty.etsy.com./ She will be online answering questions and connecting with people via email at dhfineartgallery@gmail.com


     Having been born to Haitian parents, Isabelle Debrosse Hardesty, realized her love for art at a young age. She remembers standing in awe in front of a Haitian painting in her home as a child. Her love of art grew as she continued through school in South Florida. She received her BFA from New York's Pratt Institute. She has exhibited her artwork in Paris, New York, Miami, Delray Beach, Tallahassee and Marietta. Isabelle's artwork is inspired by many things including her Haitian heritage and nature.


     Isabelle Debrosse Hardesty's art show in Marietta, Georgia is at The Art Place from June 10-July 2nd. She wanted to use technology to connect back to her hometown. "I was born and raised in Miami, even though I currently live in Georgia with my husband, I wanted to link South Florida and and the world in helping Haiti with my art. We live in time when reaching out to others with the internet is being used in innovative ways."
     She is honored to be able to help Haiti with her art after the devastating earthquake. "The best way for me to help Haiti is with my art. I am humbled and so grateful for everyone who has generously helped Haiti," said Isabelle. Life has come full circle for the artist. Haiti, a major influence in her art is now being helped by her art.

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Wonderful Night of Art, Friends and Family

Thanks to all of you who made it to the Vineyard last night! It was a huge success AND we raised more money for the Haiti/RED CROSS!!

NEXT ART SHOW:


hen: Art opening Thursday June 10th 7-9 pm (refreshments will be served)

Where: The Art Place 3330 Sandy Plains Road Marietta, GA 30066 (770) 509-2700

The show will run from June 10th - July 2nd.

I realize how blessed I am to have wonderful friends and family that support me. I was so touched to see how many people showed up last night.

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