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ARTISTS UNITE FOR WILDFIRE RECOVERY EFFORTS

Artists unite in California Picture Project fundraiser, selling $150 prints to support communities impacted by January wildfires.

Collage of photographs showcasing Los Angeles landscapes and portraits affected by wildfires, featuring diverse artists and community scenes in muted, documentary-style tones.
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Collage of photographs showcasing Los Angeles landscapes and portraits affected by wildfires, featuring diverse artists and community scenes in muted, documentary-style tones.
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Collage of photographs showcasing Los Angeles landscapes and portraits affected by wildfires, featuring diverse artists and community scenes in muted, documentary-style tones.
Nadia Lee Cohen
Collage of photographs showcasing Los Angeles landscapes and portraits affected by wildfires, featuring diverse artists and community scenes in muted, documentary-style tones.
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Collage of photographs showcasing Los Angeles landscapes and portraits affected by wildfires, featuring diverse artists and community scenes in muted, documentary-style tones.
Gabriel Moses
Collage of photographs showcasing Los Angeles landscapes and portraits affected by wildfires, featuring diverse artists and community scenes in muted, documentary-style tones.
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Collage of photographs showcasing Los Angeles landscapes and portraits affected by wildfires, featuring diverse artists and community scenes in muted, documentary-style tones.
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Collage of photographs showcasing Los Angeles landscapes and portraits affected by wildfires, featuring diverse artists and community scenes in muted, documentary-style tones.
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Crowns & Owls
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Jordan Hemingway
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Salomé Gomis-Trezise
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Troye Sivan
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Gia Coppola
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Moses Sumney
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In the wake of January's destructive wildfires, Los Angeles artists have launched a collaborative photo print fundraiser aimed at supporting affected communities. The California Picture Project, initiated by a collective of music executives and creative directors, is selling limited edition prints to benefit wildfire recovery.

The initiative features 162 contributors from diverse creative fields, including photographers, musicians, filmmakers, and designers. Prominent names like Spike Jonze, Sofia Coppola, Gabriel Moses, Troye Sivan, and Gia Coppola have joined the project, offering unique perspectives on community resilience and landscape transformation.

Priced at $150 per print, the collection captures a range of emotional and documentary-style images. Some works directly address the fires' impact, while others explore broader themes of community and environment. Martine Syms' "Luctor et Emergo" depicts a burnt fireplace with the phrase "Mama didn't raise no quitters", symbolizing local resilience.

Nadia Lee Cohen's portrait of actor Danny Trejo eating grapes and Bolade Banjo's street scene with André 3000 provide intimate glimpses of Los Angeles life. Spike Jonze's photograph "Family" offers a contemplative view of three deer overlooking downtown Los Angeles, highlighting the complex relationship between urban and natural landscapes.

All net proceeds will support the California Community Foundation Wildfire Recovery Fund, which provides long-term assistance to the most impacted communities. Niki Roberton, RCA Records' senior vice president of creative, described the project as a collective response to the disaster, emphasizing the creative community's desire to contribute meaningfully.

The fundraiser runs through March 9, with prints available on the California Picture Project's website. By purchasing artwork, supporters can directly aid wildfire recovery efforts while acquiring pieces that document a critical moment in California's recent history.

Featured Artists Include:

  • Gabriel Moses
  • Mowalola
  • Troye Sivan
  • Gia Coppola
  • Tyrell Hampton
  • Nadia Lee Cohen
  • Spike Jonze
  • Sofia Coppola
  • André 3000
  • Danny Trejo
  • Moses Sumney

Andrea Darren

Born in Manchester, from a young age, she was passionate about art and design. She studied at the University of the Arts in London, where she developed her skills in these fields. Today, Andrea works as an editor for a renowned publishing house, combining her love for art and design with her editorial expertise.

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