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Support Hawkes Bay Ceramic Artist John Gisborne

$11,635 donated
Given by 94 generous donors in around 6 months

Help John Gisborne rebuild his life in the wake of Cyclone Gabrielle

Napier, Hawke's Bay

John Gisborne is one of NZ leading ceramic artists.

His life has been dedicated to making ceramic works, teaching ceramics and sharing his love of all things pottery. From wood firing to Raku, John's expertise has inspired many potters and ceramic artists throughout New Zealand and Hawkes Bay.

John has been living and working at Waiohiki Arts Village for 20 years.

On the morning of Tuesday 14 February, John's life was turned upside down by Cyclone Gabrielle. Not only did the flood water and silt decimate his studio, it inundated his home as well. He lives in his bus with his partner Corrine behind his studio which was flooded up to the windows.

He's determined to carry on at Waiohiki, but without insurance this is incredibly difficult.

Now we are asking for contributions, no matter how small to help John and Corrine get through this terrible tragedy.

Please take a moment to contribute, your support is very much appreciated.

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Pottery studio equipment, pottery wheel, kilns, kiln furniture, glaze materials, food, clothing, power, rent.

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THANK YOU EVERYONE FROM JOHN  26 February 2023

Posted by: John Gisborne

Thanks everyone for your kindness to me and Corrine. From my heart, your generosity is deeply humbling for me. Love and hugs everyone

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Guest Donor on 14 Aug 2023
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Justin
Justin on 02 Apr 2023
Stay strong mate!
$100
Gaylene
Gaylene on 27 Mar 2023
So sorry you were affected by the cyclone!
$50
Millie Baker
Millie Baker on 19 Mar 2023
All the best John
$65

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This campaign started on 22 Feb 2023 and ended on 21 Aug 2023.