Artist McKenzie announces Art to Change the World Project March 5, 2008

Artist McKenzie announces Art to Change the World
Project

Film, Book, and Website project
aims to bring together artists from around the world to effect global
change

Source: JAMES BANTA, World Art Press,  Mar
04, 2008 20:10:38

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Mar 04, 2008 –
Award-winning Artist McKenzie known as the “Hollywood Charity Artist” has
partnered with Liquid Studios, Inc. to create the Art to Change the World
Project. The project bring together artists from around the globe, representing
all types of art whose only commonality is the underlying message of optimism.  

The Art to Change the
World Project has aggressive plans to bring it’s top 100 artists
together in a film, book, and a dedicated website production. “We plan to do
this in a big way. There are over 50 Million artists working today. That is a
tremendous force that could be coming together to effect change,” says manager,
Steve Rice. “We will be donating 100% of the profits from the project to
charities and organizations we believe in. ”
Artist McKenzie is leading the project. “I have
always been passionate about making a difference in this world we all share. My
vision for this project is to increase awareness though Art–Embrace hope,
peace, and encourage care for our people, the earth and its’ resources. We can
achieve this by coming together and being a force for positive change”, says the
Artist. 
The Art to Change the World Project,
will begin as a global art competition with a surprise high-profile celebrity
judge. All artists are encouraged to submit 1-5 images. The subject matter may
depict virtually anything as long as the ultimate message is positive. Please
visit www.McKenzieArtStudio.com for
more information.
“Many people are of the belief that we
co-create our reality through our thoughts. Positive art images possess the
power to spark change on a global scale by impacting its’ viewers on an
emotional level,” says Vivian Smith, Gallery manager.   “We need to take better
care of each other and the planet.”  
The McKenzie Gallery, Liquid Studios, Inc. and
www.McKenzieArtStudio.com are
socially conscious businesses that donate all of their profits to causes close
to their hearts. Please visit us and join our efforts to “make a difference”. 

Mission statement: “To conquer the challenges
we are facing in the world today; we must all focus on a greater sense of
responsibility. We must begin to work not only for ourselves, our family and
country… but also for the benefit of all of us on this planet. Global concern
and responsibility is the launching pad for peace and the proper care of our
environment. We hope to stimulate change and create a shift in the world’s
consciousness through Art.” www.mckenzieartstudio.com and
the www.arttochangetheworldproject
.com
About McKenzie:
Artist McKenzie is the winner of the 1st ever
ARTV Fine Art Awards for Mixed Media. Her
art is collected around the world and seen in galleries, from Florida
to California.
She supports organizations such as: Global
Green, Humane Society, Red Cross, UNICEF, One Campaign, Save the Children and many, many
others. She has appeared in numerous Hollywood fundraising events whose guests
included Brad Pitt, Angelina Jolie, George Clooney, Teri Hatcher,
and more.

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Artist McKenzie releases Paintings to Benefit the Humane Society February 14, 2008

Artist McKenzie, known for her tireless efforts to raise funds for charities through her art, has released a new painting series to benefit the Humane Society.
 
“She has donated the proceeds of many of her paintings to the Humane Society….but this is the first time that she has dedicated an entire series” says her Manager, Steve Rice “We are hoping to really make a difference.”
 
Artist McKenzie, winner of the first annual ARTV Fine Art Awards for mixed media has dedicated her life to raising awareness and funds for causes close to her heart.  She embarked on her “Million Dollar” campaign last year in which she hopes to raise $1 Million dollars through her art and by sparking others to action.  “I have been a huge fan of the Humane Society for a long time now. I am very passionate about the ballot initiative campaign to place the California Prevention of Farm Animal Cruelty Act on the November 2008 ballot” says the artist. “As well as the whole organizations’ goals. I hope to raise awareness and funds through my art and website.  “
 
The website, www.McKenzieArtStudio.com will direct  visitors to the Humane Society and the California initiative link.  “There are only two weeks left to gather signatures.  Time is running out” says the Gallery manager.
 
Starting tomorrow, 2 NEW paintings per week will be released to benefit the organization. Limited edition prints on a revolutionary new metallic-based paper  will be offered.  These prints are numbered and signed by the artist and will come with a registered certificate through Fine Arts Title Registry.  Prints will start at $250 and come mounted and ready to frame.  These prints will directly benefit the Humane Society. Posters will also be available.
 
For further information please feel free to contact the gallery directly at 888-369-5213 or visit www.mckenzieartstudio.com 

ARTIST MCKENZIE “AWARENESS=CHANGE” OIL PAINTING SERIES October 30, 2007

Artist McKenzie announces Awareness Campaign  Award-winning Artist McKenzie will unveil newest painting series, Awareness equals Change  Hollywood Artist McKenzie, who is famous for her philanthropic endeavors, will release her newest Mixed Media Painting series for the Holidays.  The series is entitled,  “Awareness = Change” which was created specifically to garner attentiveness to issues plaguing our world.  “ I believe that very few of us alone have the greatness to change the world…but each of us can work to change a small portion…which together…can effect a generation!  Awareness is the catalyst to all change.”    McKenzie’s newest Oil Painting series depicts serene settings, which upon closer inspection, reveal hidden images warranting attention and change.  “I am mesmerized by her paintings,” says Art Columnist Lynne Reed, “The images hidden within the artwork represent the problems facing society which are not necessarily apparent upon a cursory glance.  They are problems needing a deeper look. Her paintings emphasize this need while still focusing on the beauty and good in the world. I am a fan.”  Artist McKenzie will reveal her newest series through a high profile, star-studded Fundraising event to be announced on her website the first week in November.  Tickets to the event and free prizes will be given away to lucky fans and collectors who sign up on the artist’s website. www.mckenzieartstudio.com Click here to read more.  Past fundraising events have included celebrities such as Ray Romano, Teri Hatcher, Lucy Lawless, Randy Jackson, Aly and AJ, Candice Bergen, George Clooney, Brad Pitt, and many more.  The “Awareness=Change” Series follows the Sold Out Tuscany/Italy Series which is currently being televised on Cable stations in both New Jersey and Hawaii.  Click here:  http://mckenzieartstudio.com/Photoshow_Artist_McKenzie_Italy.html to view a slideshow presentation of this series. 

100% of the profits from this new series will benefit charity.  This is just one of many fundraising campaigns which contribute to The McKenzie Gallery’s goal of $1 Million dollars a year for charity.  Please support our efforts to make a better world.

 

Please be sure to download the FREE Artist McKenzie Tuscany Screensaver here

 

PLEASE VISIT WWW.RAISINGAWARENESS.ORG

 

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