update for "this one's for the children of sichuan" charity auction by mindstyle (new start time on aug 24th)
In consideration of the current Category 8 storm watch for Tropical Storm Nuri, The "THIS ONE'S FOR THE CHILDREN OF SICHUAN" [last blogged] charity auction and live preview have been rescheduled out of concern for everyone's safety. The preview will take place on Monday August 25th (7 PM) at MINDstyle's LIFEstyle creative space within the Delay No Mall in Hong Kong. The online auction will begin at 7 AM EDT on Sunday, August 24th through Live Auctioneers.com.
Organized by MINDstyle, this charity auction brings together the best and brightest artists and companies for a common goal – to assist the children of Sichuan Province in Chima victimized by the earthquake that killed more than 70,000 and left upwards of 10 million homeless. Proceeds raised from the auction will be donated to Care For Children's efforts in the region. The lastest news reports that the recent reconstruction master plan calling for the rebuilding of 3500 primary schools and 1200 middle schools in Sichuan Province. "With the Olympics coming to a close, Monday's preview opening will bring a new opportunity to help those in need, especially by bringing smiles to the children." Pictured here is one of of Michael Lau's generous donations, the M.F.J.K. Submilgaytona Watch Set with sketch and signed DJ Panda rare prototype. (CLICK THRU to view list of participating artists).
Auction items will include original paintings, toys, and limited-edition collectibles from Ron English, tokidoki, Shepard Fairey, Buff Monster, Michael Lau, Kathie Olivas, Joe Ledbetter, DEVILROBOTS, Brandt Peters, Huck Gee, Cameron Tiede, The London Police, Kaws, Toby HK, Amanda Visell, Miss Mindy, CJ Metzger, Play Imaginative, Toy Tokyo, De La Barracuda, Munky King, DKE Toys, DNM, SURU, 3-Mix, Fresh Manila and more.
