The Art of Compassion Project Media Kit - March 2017 by The Art of Compassion Project

Art of Compassion Project

2017 Media Kit

Introduction The Art of Compassion Project is an international art collective that aims to support the compassionate lifestyle of veganism by donating 100% of proceeds from various art projects to non-profit vegan organizations. Currently, the AOC Project is supported by 94 artists from 18 countries and continues to grow. Thus far, the AOC Project has published three annual art calendars, coordinated an online art auction and crowdfunding campaign, produced dining-out cards, participated in a number of VeggieWorld Art Exhibitions across Europe, and is now in the midst of producing a digital colouring book. While currently on hold, the AOC Project also has plans to publish its namesake book, a collection of interviews and images from animal advocacy artists across the globe. This media kit serves to engage and inform vegan and animal advocacy publications, as well as potential sponsors and supporting artists. All inquiries can be directed to: Leigh Sanders, Founder Art of Compassion Project +34 658 850 331 leigh@artofcompassionproject.com artofcompassionproject.com

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Table of Contents Introduction

Executive Biography

Vegan Life Magazine Article

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Barefoot Vegan Magazine Article

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Vegan Italy Magazine Article

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Driftwood Magazine Podcast Interview

Past + Future Projects

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Supporting Artists

FAQ for Artists + Volunteers

Sponsors

Executive Biography Leigh Sanders is a passionate vegan who founded the Art of Compassion Project out of her love for art and her desire to effect change for animals. She said, “I believe art is powerful in its gentleness. It presents itself honestly and openly, allowing the viewer to take as little or as much as they are ready for from it.” Due to a physical disability, Leigh had to get creative with her advocacy efforts and one thing led to another until the AOC Project was born. The AOC Project aims “to raise funds through various art projects and donate 100% of the profits to vegan non-profit organizations, while opening the minds and hearts of people to animals and the global benefits of veganism.” Currently, the AOC Project is supported by 94 artists from 18 countries and continues to grow. Leigh’s dream is for the AOC Project to become a collaboration between animal advocacy artists worldwide and to support as many non-profit vegan organizations as possible in the years to come. In reflecting on the impact the AOC Project has already had, Leigh said, “I have seen how these artists have started feeling more determined and motivated to use their art as a form of activism. This emotion, commitment, and enthusiasm is tangible in their work.” An artist herself, Leigh also aspires to develop her own style of advocating for animals through her paintings.

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ART OF COMPASSION PROJECT A collection of artists spreading the vegan message through art

ver the years, vegan art has blossomed into a rapidly expanding community, with an abundance of artists producing powerful pieces depicting the harsh reality of slaughter and promoting veganism. After becoming an ethical vegan in 2014 and witnessing the growth of this art, Leigh Sanders put together The Art of Compassion project in hope of effectively and successfully promoting the cruelty–free message in addition to helping others transition.

Having a physical disability limited me in terms of hands–on activism, so I decided an art book featuring vegan artists would be the perfect solution as I could work from my computer. I spent weeks on the internet searching for vegan artists, emailed them with my idea for the book and had a positive response. Once I set up a Facebook page to discuss the book, one thing led to another. I received many lovely messages from artists and I started thinking, ‘Why not make this into something bigger, something that won’t just end when the book comes out?’ The initial idea just grew and grew into what is now an ongoing project.”

“The project is an international art collective involving work from vegan artists from all over the globe and across every continent.”

Upon starting ‘Art of Compassion’, Leigh knew exactly what she wanted to achieve. “To begin with, I wanted to build a strong international network of vegan artists that all share the same vision–to use their art to spread the vegan message. I also wanted to effectively use the art as a means of touching people’s hearts and opening their mind to living life the vegan way,” she says. “Sometimes we can be surprised just how much a painting, poem or piece of music can affect us. Art speaks to the soul even when the mind doesn’t quite grasp what’s being said.”

The project is an international art collective involving work from vegan artists from all over the globe and across every continent. Leigh spoke to Vegan Life all about her work. “The project initially started off as an idea I had for an art book as a way to raise funds for Veganuary.

The collective also aims to raise funds through various art projects

Lynda Bell

Sabaite Kristina

and donates 100 per cent of profits to a variety of vegan non–profit organisations. “There is no specific method of choosing which organisations we donate to. Veganuary was close to my heart (they helped me switch to veganism), which is why we started with them. This year we are raising funds for Viva! they do brilliant investigative work as well as running a youth programme. We will also be helping to raise funds for a small sanctuary in France called ‘Barefoot Vegan Farm’ that is just starting out. Ideally, the plan would be to donate to at least one large and one small organisation every year,” she says.

with the project as possible from a variety of all art forms. “Not only painters, but also sculptors, musicians, visual artists, writers, graphic designers, photographers, jewellery designers, etc.,” she says. As far as Leigh is concerned, there would be no trouble getting future artists to participate as the member artists already involved are generous with their time and art. There was never any issue with getting them on board as they believed in my vision from the start.” When working on a project that involves such an expressive form, Leigh always asks the artists to submit their own work. “Depending on the ‘project’ we have going at the time (we are now working on Project seven), the artists are asked to submit artwork specifically for that project–so what they choose to share really is up to them, as long as they meet the project specs,” she says. With such a vast array of incredible artists already involved that feel very passionately about their work being used to further the cause, the overall mix of >

When starting the project, Leigh didn’t think the idea would receive as much recognition as it has. “I am thrilled with the response so far and really hope the project will continue to grow,” she says. “Currently we have over 70 ‘member’ artists involved in the project from all across the world; Europe, North America, South America, Asia, Africa and Australia. We are heading towards 5,000 Facebook likes and the number grows daily.” Since 2004, the growth of social media has been near exponential. Social media allows companies to ultimately reach more customers and it has been advantageous in allowing Leigh to network, promote and interact with such a large audience base. “Social media is an incredible tool–reaching out to as many people as possible through a variety of platforms is the smart thing to do. Considering our artists are based all over the world, social media has played an important part in the running of the project. We can stay in contact with one another and announce upcoming projects and events to our supporters. It’s definitely been a process of trial and error, we’re learning as we go in terms of what works and what doesn’t,” she says. Eventually, Leigh is hoping to get as many creative people involved

Angela Hughes

Marcus Pierno

Brittney West

Michelle Waters

How can people get involved? We would really appreciate your support! There are a couple of things you could do; follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram and tell your friends about us. You can still buy our 2016 calendar (and get 25 percent off). Join us as a ‘member’–either as an artist or volunteer, there’s more info about that on our website. Finally, support our current projects and keep up to date with events. Facebook: Art of Compassion project Twitter: @aocproject Instagram: artofcompassionproject artofcompassion.com

art is extensive and eclectic. “I believe that there is so much variation in the art we have, there is sure to be something that will appeal to everyone.” To date, Leigh and the Art of Compassion have produced two vegan calendars, had a crowdfunding campaign which offered perks like art postcards and Giclée art prints and an online auction in aid of Veganuary. “In April, we also partnered with VeggieWorld Paris and exhibited the work (printed on stretched canvas) of 27 of our artists, which was really amazing–all that art together in one place,” she says. When looking to the future, Leigh promises this year there are some fun projects in the pipeline. “At the moment we are working on a pack of ‘dining–out’ cards which will be on sale from mid–June which feature some fabulous artwork. They’re those little cards you can leave at a restaurant to thank them for offering vegan options on the menu. The cards will be available to buy online in a variety of languages (including Spanish, French and German) and the proceeds will go to Viva! “Our long awaited art book will be coming out towards the end of summer too–featuring the work of nearly 100 vegan artists. You’ll be able to purchase the book on Amazon and proceeds will go to Veganuary–as I mentioned this was the initial idea that got the whole project started, it’s just taken a lot longer than I’d imagined to finish. It’s incredibly exciting that something I have worked so hard on is almost available for people to buy.”

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CONTENTS 8 WHAT YOU’RE SAYING

28 Rawfully Simple

Your letters to the editor

Getting started on a raw food diet with nutriciously

10 IN CASE YOU MISSED IT

36 A Beginner’s Guide to Ayurveda

News round-up

With Nicola Haston

MIND, BODY, SPIRIT

40 365 Tiny Love Challenges We meet Tiny Buddha’s Lori Deschene

16 The Slow Beauty Movement With Shel Pink

20 Natural Beauty

FRONT COVER

Kate Duggan on her favourite natural beauty products

The Minimalist Vegan: We spoke with Masha and Michael, the creative force behind The Minimalist Vegan website to discuss why choosing to live a simple vegan life can be a beautiful life.

24 Angelicious Gifts made with love from Trinity’s Conscious Kitchen

94 78 54 Embrace Your Possibility Why modern medicine is so limited with Dr. Laura Koniver

58 Gotta Have Faith We talk to Valerie McGowan on how Christian teaching supports a vegan lifestyle

ANIMALS 66 The Art of Compassion Creative vegan activism through art

72 Victims of Charity Animal Aid’s campaign to stop medical animal experimentation

78 Speaking up for Sea Life With Gwen Stanbrook

MOTHER NATURE 84 Real Food: The Sustainable Way

With Lee Watson

89 Fundraising for a Better World How to use crowdfunding to support your initiative

94 The Moneyless Manifesto Chapter extract from ‘The Moneyless Manifesto’ by Mark Boyle

The

Art

of Compassion

Karen Fiorito - ‘Buddha Pig’

riginally from South Africa, Leigh Sanders has spent the past 14 years on the idyllic Costa Brava in Catalonia, Spain with her husband. She became vegan nearly two years ago following a period of time as a vegetarian and a series of serendipitous events. She became vegan for the animals and in July this year she switched to a raw vegan lifestyle which has improved her health in ways she'd only ever dreamed of.

The Art of Compassion Project The Art of Compassion Project started off as an idea Leigh had had for a vegan art book. After the charity Veganuary helped her switch to veganism, she was so impressed by the support Veganuary gives people wanting to go vegan (or at the very least try vegan for the month of January) that she decided she wanted to raise funds for them. “I have a physical disability which forced me to find a way to become an activist from my desk. I love art, so I started thinking about combining art and veganism. One thing led to another and the idea for the book was born.

There was such an incredibly overwhelming response that the initial idea just grew and has become The Art of Compassion Project. It's my aim to raise money for at least one different vegan non-profit each year. This year we have focussed on Veganuary through various projects”. The Art of Compassion Project’s logo was designed by Argentinian artist Francisco Atencio and symbolises their mission, which is to promote equality and compassion for all animals. As part of this year’s activities, Leigh organised a crowdfunding campaign with the aim of creating awareness for the artists involved. The perks included postcards, Giclèe prints, stickers and Veganuary wristbands. The campaign managed to raise £575 for Veganuary. An online art auction was also held, which raised a total of £214.80. A 2016 vegan art calendar will be available to purchase on the website, and the art book is due for release in April 2016 and will be on sale-

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Philip McCulloch-Downs - ‘Happy Cows’

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Lynda Bell - ‘Forest Girl’

Paula Menetrey - Maribeth

Twyla Francois - ‘Wilbur’

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internationally on Amazon. All profits from the sale of the book will go directly to Veganuary. In order to find the artists and be able to create the book, Leigh initially contacted vegan artists through a Google search. She was then introduced to others through the artists she'd contacted and it snowballed from there. The artwork includes sketches, paintings in acrylic, oils, watercolours, collage, pastel work, pencil drawings, photography, digital art, installation art, soft sculpture, and fabric painting from 100 artists spread all across the world and over every continent, many of whom are keen to participate in future Art of Compassion projects. “It's my hope that a person will be able to pick up the art book, leaf through the 200 images and be touched by at least one, if not more of them and to then really reflect on the message behind the image and question their personal choices; whether to eat meat, consume dairy, wear fur, take their children to zoos, buy products that have been tested on animals. “I believe art is powerful in its gentleness. It presents -

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itself honestly and openly, allowing the viewer to take as much or as little as they are ready for from it.” The Art of Compassion Project has also been approached by Veggie World Paris to participate in their expo in April next year. There will be more details on that on the website as the time draws nearer. Leigh also has a couple of other ideas in the pipeline, including a project aimed at children and of course their yearly vegan art calendar and online art auction. Leigh is always on the lookout for any vegan involved in the arts; visual, music, writers, jewellery designers, fashion designers, photographers, poets, etc., to join the project. Volunteers with a passion for veganism are also most welcome to get in touch with Leigh via email. BV

To find out how you can support the project visit the Art of Compassion website and connect via Facebook, Twitter or email.

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Yvette Watt - ‘Offerings Series’.

VEGAN ART

The Art of Compassion Mettere l’arte al servizio degli animali: è questa l’idea che anima l’Arte della Compassione, un progetto nato nel 2015 e cresciuto giorno dopo giorno per merito di Leigh Sanders. Perché un mondo più compassionevole è anche molto più bello di Emma Letessier

uesta storia ha inizio nel 2015. Leigh Sanders, da poco diventata vegana grazie anche al supporto di Veganuary (una campagna nata nel Regno Unito per diffondere il veganismo a livello mondiale attraverso consigli nutrizionali, indicazioni su dove fare la spesa e mangiare fuori ecc., NdR), vuole ricambiare concretamente il favore. E quale modo migliore che raccogliere fondi, attraverso un libro d’arte vegana?

In alto: The Hunt, Marina Taliera (Francia); qui sopra: Dinner Time, Dana Ellyn (Stati Uniti).

«Ho una disabilità fisica che mi ha obbligato a trovare una soluzione per diventare attivista rimanendo seduta alla scrivania», spiega Sanders. «Sono un’appassionata di arte, quindi ho iniziato a pensare a come legarla al veganismo. Una cosa tira l’altra, ed ecco nata l’idea di un libro. Le prime reazioni sono state talmente positive che si è evoluto nel progetto The Art of Compassion, con l’obiettivo di raccogliere fondi almeno per una organizzazione non-profit vegana all’anno: ad aprire le danze è stata ovviamente Veganuary».

Il progetto si esprime attraverso un collettivo artistico internazionale. Al momento, ne fanno parte 75 artisti da 18 Paesi (quattro dall’Italia: Marco Ferra, Raffaella Cosco, Monica Garone e Jade Monica Bello, NdR), ma

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Wilbur, Twyla Francois (Stati Uniti). la crescita è inarrestabile. Finora, sono stati pubblicati due calendari, sono state organizzate un’asta on line e una campagna di crowdfunding ed è stato lanciato un progetto di «dining out cards», bigliettini da lasciare nei locali e nei ristoranti che offrono alternative vegane in menu. Inoltre, sono in corso di sviluppo un progetto indirizzato specificamente ai bambini e un libro che racconterà la storia dell’iniziativa attraverso una raccolta di interviste e opere degli «artisti dei diritti animali» da tutto il mondo.

STORIA DI WILBUR The Art of Compassion vi aspetta anche su YouTube.

Il logo è dell’artista argentino Francisco Atencio.

Wilbur esiste davvero. Twyla Francois, l'artista che lo ha ritratto, racconta di come l’abbia salvato dopo che il camion che lo trasportava aveva avuto un incidente. I suoi fratelli non sono stati altrettanto fortunati: morti nell’incidente, investiti durante la loro fuga sull’asfalto o uccisi dalla polizia incaricata di mettere in sicurezza l’autostrada. Per non parlare di quelli che alla fine hanno proseguito il loro viaggio verso il mattatoio…

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VEGAN ART Buddha Pig, di Karen Fiorito (Stati Uniti).

Forest Girl, di Lynda Bell (Nuova Zelanda).

75 artisti da 18 Paesi Sanders si è occupata personalmente anche del «reclutamento»; ha cominciato a fare ricerche su Google, dopodiché il passaparola tra gli artisti ha fatto il resto. I contributi sono disparati: schizzi, dipinti con colori acrilici, a olio, acquerelli, collage, pastelli, disegni a matita, fotografie, arte digitale, installazioni, scultu-

re e pittura su stoffa. Ce n’è davvero per tutti i gusti. «Mi auguro che chiunque prenda in mano questo libro e sfogli le 200 immagini, venga colpito da almeno una di esse, se non di più, riflettendo di conseguenza sul messaggio che trasmettono e mettendo in dubbio le proprie scelte personali, che siano mangiare carne o latticini, indos-

Musica, letteratura, oreficeria, moda, fotografia, poesia… Quello che conta è la sensibilità!

sare pellicce, portare i figli allo zoo, comprare prodotti testati sugli animali», continua Sanders. «Credo che la sensibilità insita nell’arte sia il suo punto di forza. Si mostra senza veli, in tutta onestà, lasciando allo spettatore il compito di recepirne i diversi livelli di significato, a seconda di quanto sia preparato a farlo».

Crutch, di Amy Guidry (Stati Uniti).

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LEIGH SANDERS Originaria dell’Africa del Sud, Leigh Sanders vive da 15 anni sulla Costa Brava, in Catalogna, nel sud-est della Spagna. Prima vegetariana poi vegana crudista, ha rivoluzionato il suo stile di vita per amore degli animali. Il suo sogno è far crescere sempre di più il progetto The Art of Compassion, fino a farlo diventare una rete che colleghi tutti gli «artisti dei diritti animali» e le organizzazioni non-profit a sostegno del veganismo in tutto il mondo. Bobby Calf, Nerea Martinez de Lecea (Regno Unito).

Nymph with the fox, di Jade Monica Bello, una dei quattro artisti italiani che hanno finora aderito al progetto.

Luddites, Michelle Waters (Stati Uniti).

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VEGAN ART

Becoming History, Nicola McLean (Irlanda del Nord).

Tutta l’arte è benvenuta Tutti i tipi di arte sono i benvenuti: non solo quella figurativa. Ciascuno può dare il proprio contributo anche attraverso la musica, la letteratura, l’oreficeria, la moda, la fotografia, la poesia e chi più ne ha più ne metta. Quello che davvero conta sono la sensibilità e la voglia di condividere… Ma basta anche solo la volontà di fare del bene, per entrare a far parte della famiglia di The Art of Compassion.

Offerings Series, Yvette Watt (Australia). Happy Cows, Philip McCulloch-Downs (Regno Unito).

Sacrifice, Jane O’Hara (Stati Uniti).

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Qui a sinistra: Vegan, Pascale Salmon (Francia); più in basso, al centro della pagina: anche Leigh Sanders si è cimentata con la tavolozza: ecco la sua Someone not something; qui soto: Maribeth, Paula Menetrey (Stati Uniti).

Sanders vi aspetta, basta contattarla all’indirizzo: leigh@artofcompassionproject.com

LE «DINING OUT CARDS» L’ultima iniziativa in ordine di tempo di The Art of Compassion sono le «dining out cards» (letteralmente, biglietti per pranzare fuori): cartoncini di ringraziamento da consegnare a quei locali che nei loro menu offrono opzioni vegane. Tradotte (per il momento) in inglese, francese, tedesco, spagnolo, catalano e italiano, si possono acquistare in blocchi da 54, a partire da 19,88 dollari. Il ricavato sarà devoluto all’associazione britannica Viva! Potete ordinarle qui: www.printerstudio.com/sell/ TheArtofCompassionProject

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Driftwood Magazine Podcast Interview In September 2016, Jon interviews Leigh about the Art of Compassion Project for Driftwood Magazineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s debut podcast episode. The podcast, And Now, a Word with Our Sponsor, can be live-streamed here.

Past + Future Projects Project 1: 2015 Vegan Art Calendar In support of Hillside Animal Sanctuary, the AOC Project raised £319,29 through its inaugural vegan art calendar project. Project 2: Crowdfunding Campaign on Chuffed In support of Veganuary, the AOC Project raised £357,20 through a crowdfunding campaign that ran from July to August 2015. Perks included a variety of art reproductions from postcards to giclee prints. Project 3: Online Art Auction In support of Veganuary, the AOC Project raised £214,80 through an online art auction in August 2015. Listings ranged from serigraphs to acrylic paintings. A total of four pieces were sold. Project 4: 2016 Vegan Art Calendar In support of Veganuary, the AOC Project raised £214,68 through its second annual vegan art calendar project. Project 5: Art of Compassion Book In support of Veganuary, the AOC Project is developing its namesake book, a collection of interviews and images from animal advocacy artists across the globe. Due to personal matters, this project has been put on hold. The intention is to publish it in time for the holidays. Project 6: VeggieWorld Paris Art Exhibition While this wasn’t a fundraising event, it raised awareness of the AOC Project and its mission. Project 7: Dining-Out Cards In support of Viva!, the AOC Project coordinated the production of dining-out cards in six different languages (Catalan, English, French, German, Italian, and Spanish). The goal was to provide vegans with a simple and engaging way to thank restaurants for offering vegan options. With these sets of dining-out cards, vegans will be able to leave behind not only a message of gratitude, but some positive animal advocacy art as well.

µ Available for purchase here.

Project 8: VeggieWorld Paris Art Exhibition As before, participation in this event served to raise awareness of the AOC Project and its mission. Project 9: 2017 Vegan Art Calendar In support of Barefoot Vegan Farm and Animal Sanctuary, the AOC Project produced its third annual vegan art calendar.

µ Available for purchase here. Project 10: Vegan Colouring Book In support of River’s Wish Animal Sanctuary, the AOC Project is producing a digital vegan colouring book.

µ Available for purchase here in April 2017. Project 11: VeggieWorld Barcelona Art Exhibition This event will take place April 1-2, 2017. Project 12: VeggieWorld London Art Exhibition This event will take place April 8-9, 2017.

For more information on our past and future projects, please visit our website:

www.artofcompassionproject.com

Supporting Artists Adriana Gasperi – Venezuela Aisha Eveleigh – UK Alizée Vent der Midi – Canada Amanda Moeckel – USA Andres Feo Gasperi – Venezuela Angela Hughes – Australia ArtAnimalAffect – USA Asta Lander – Australia Atara Schimmel – USA Avery Muether – USA Bonnie Leeman – UK Brittney West – USA Cameron O'Steen – USA Catalina Plaza – Chile Cathy Stevens Pratt – USA Chantal Poulin – Canada Charlotte Drene – New Zealand Chelsea Dub – USA Christian Adam – Germany Claire Hind – UK Craig Norcross – USA Dana Ellyn – USA Danielle Kyle – England Denise Hof – Germany Dianne Schnieders – Canada Dóra Zambó – Germany Duchelina Dove – UK Elinor Nhaissi – Israel Emma Letessier – France Emmy Amers – UK Evelyn Suttle – Ireland Florence Wong – USA Francisco Atencio – Argentina Gabriele Esau – Germany Gem Crombleholme – England Geoff Francis – England Glenda Rose – England Hartmut Kiewert – Germany Heidi Huovinen – Finland Jacqueline Barden – USA Jade Monica Bello – Italy Jane Lewis – UK Jane O'Hara – USA Javiera Mora Valle – Chile Jessica Goodall – USA Joachim Sohn – Germany Jo Hanna – Australia

Judyta Mierczak – Poland Julia Beutling – Germany Karen Fiorito – USA Karen Lyttle Cooper – Australia Keren Duchan – Israel Kit Jagoda – USA Kristina Krize – Spain Laura Belmar – Germany Leigh Sanders – Spain Lynda Kinnard – UK Louis Gedo – USA Lynda Bell – New Zealand Malin Frick – Australia Marco Ferra – Italy Marcus Pierno – USA Mari-anne Jacobsz – South Africa Marina Hébert – Canada Maritza Oliver – Canada Mary Britton Clouse – USA Matt Sesow – USA Mellissa Tracy Bushby – South Africa Michelle Waters – USA Mika – Singapore Monica Garone – Italy Monica Quinones – USA Morgan Campbell – USA Nerea Martinez de Lecea – Wales Nicola McLean – Scotland Nuria Fustero – Spain Pascale Salmon – France Paula Menetrey – USA Paula Rusquellas – Argentina Philip McCulloch-Downs – England Raffaella Cosco – Italy Raj Singh Tattal – UK Robbie Nuwanda – USA Roland Straller – Germany Ruth Killoran – New Zealand Sabine Andrae – Spain Sara Sechi – UK Sarah Jane Hardt – USA Sarah Stupak – USA Stephanie Valentin – France Tori Lion – Canada Twyla Francois – Canada Verite Mora Valle – Chile Yvette Watt – Australia

FAQ for Artists + Volunteers Do I have to be vegan to participate? Yes. You either need to be vegan or veg-turning-vegan to participate. We want our artists and volunteers to be living the compassionate lifestyle that the Art of Compassion Project encourages. Do I have to participate in every project? No. You can participate in one project a year, a few of them, or all of them. It’s up to you! We know you are busy and we appreciate any involvement you can afford. Is participation location-dependent? No. Most of the projects are online, so you can easily participate from anywhere in the world. Do I have to be a visual artist, or can I be a musician or performer? At the moment, all of our projects are visually-based, but we’d love to hear any music or performance ideas you might have! What kind of volunteers do you need? Whatever your skills or talents might be, we are sure to find something for you to do! Some ideas include writing, editing, graphic + web design, social media management, and event planning + coordination (remotely or onsite).

How do I get involved? Send an email to leigh@artofcompassionproject.com with a little blurb about you and how you’d like to get involved. We’d love to have you on board!