Refugee Artist Needs Help to Frame Paintings for an Exhibition

Sayed Ali Karam Jawhary (Ali) is a refugee artist from Afghanistan, who learned the exquisite art of Persian calligraphy during the years he spent in Iran. His day job is not well paid, and the company he works for has reduced work hours due to a downturn in their business. Hence, it is hard for him to find the money for framing his paintings for an exhibition at Depot Artspace, Devonport, March/April.

He is a humble and delightful man, struggling to stay afloat in a different culture, but determined to try and share his art with New Zealanders. His works are inspired by the ancient Persian poets, like Rumi and Sadi and Hafiz, who speak of love, friendship and peace.

Art for Change has supported Ali in the past to find a way into the New Zealand art world, and we would like to help him with his framing, so that he can present his work professionally.

IMPORTANT: DONOR REWARDS:

Donors of $10 can choose to have their name printed in the exhibition catalogue (You will need to choose to share their details when making a donation).

Donors of $20 can choose to have their name printed in the exhibition catalogue, and will be able to pick up a free copy when visiting the gallery (You will need to choose to share your details when making a donation).

Donors of $30 or more can choose to receive a limited edition (50) A5 art print of one of Ali's works, and will need to choose to share their details when making a donation so we can contact them to arrange delivery.