USA

10% of painting sale directed to TC Yasa relief efforts

10% of painting sale directed to TC Yasa relief efforts

By Simione Tuvuki
Thursday 14/01/2021
[Image: Supplied]

264 artists’ paintings that featured in Fiji Arts Council’s National Fine Arts Exhibition will have 10% of sale directed to TC Yasa relief efforts.

Fiji Arts Council Director, Peni Cavuilagi says they held their National Fine Arts Exhibition on the week TC Yasa hit, and later decided to assist in the relief efforts from the exhibition’s proceeds.

Artists were also part of the US Embassy in Fiji’s Art in Embassies Exhibition that collaborated with Fiji Arts Council to showcase 34 local paintings alongside 11 paintings from the United States.

US Ambassador to Fiji, Joseph Cella says America and Fiji are showcasing their principles and reflecting on how there is so much in common, especially through art.

Cella hopes this relationship is maintained and expanded as there are many more creative opportunities that lie ahead for the two countries.

Cavuilagi says he is grateful for the Embassy’s support towards local artists and to address issues on the development of art in Fiji.

FEATURE NEWS
Nestlé Fiji donates $100,000 for Vanuatu earthquake relief
Nestlé Fiji has donated $100,000 to the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies to assist the people of Vanuatu in the after...
2 hours ago
LATEST NEWS
‘Sonic 3’ Speeds to USD$62 Million Debut, ‘Mufasa: The Lion King’ Gets Trampled With USD$35 Million
'Sonic the Hedgehog 3' has powered to the top of box office charts while 'Mufasa: The Lion King' is getting trampled in its first weekend of ...
3 hours ago

Families urged to spend more time together this Christmas – Archbishop
Families need to spend more time with their loved ones this Christmas, to nurture love and ensure their children feel valued and supported. This ...
3 hours ago

RFMF honours Ratu Naiqama on 71st birthday with ceremonial celebration
In an early surprise this morning, senior officers of the disciplined forces, extended birthday wishes to the Head of State and Commander-in-Chief, ...
4 hours ago

Valelevu Health Centre staff surprised by choir’s Christmas gesture
Staff Nurse at Valelevu Health Centre, Laisiasa Tarogi, felt emotional hearing the Christmas carols, knowing that he and many other healthcare ...
4 hours ago

Farmer and woman to front court for allegedly obtaining financial advantage of $356
A 54-year-old farmer and a 26-year-old woman of Seaqaqa will appear in the Labasa Magistrate Court today for allegedly obtaining financial ...
4 hours ago



fijivillage Straight Talk with Vijay Narayan
Latest Videos

Stay tuned for the latest news on our radio stations

CFL radio frequencies
yb
IN DEPTH
Fijian Drua in Kadavu
The Swire Shipping Fijian Drua are keeping in tradition with their previous pre-season training and will be in Kadavu till Friday afternoon. The ...
3 days ago

Vanuatu Earthquake
The 7.3 magnitude earthquake, which struck at a depth of 57km, occurred 30km to the west of the capital Port Vila at 1.47pm, according to the US ...
4 days ago

Investigation into alleged drink spiking incident at Warwick Resort after 7 guests get sick
Minister for Tourism Viliame Gavoka confirms that 5 guests have been discharged following an alleged spiked cocktail incident at Warwick ...
7 days ago

TOP