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BC COPS FOR CANCER ART EVENTJoe and I had the privilege of attending the release of the 2nd print in a series of 3 that Andy Everson has created for Cops for Cancer. The evening was a first class event that showcased the dedication of both Andy and Cops for Cancer to raise awareness and money in the fight against cancer. The 100 plus guests in attendance were treated to a video that highlighted the amazing journey for the Ironcops and then the release of the newest outstanding original limited edition print "Footprints".
Please note that one of the Original Limited Edition Print "Footprints" has been generously donated to Outback Events by Michael Carson of Vancouver BC. We are having the print framed and it will be auctioned off at the Athlete's meeting at the Oliver Half Iron. All proceeds will be donated to BC Ironcops for Cancer. Any questions please contact Joe or Sarah at outback@outbackevents.ca.
Andy and his family then entertained us with the chanting and drumming to accompany the sacred dance performed by his brother. (as seen below). He helped us to understand why he started this series and what each print personally meant to him.
Guests enjoyed a great selection of wines generously provided by Rosemount Estates and other light refreshments as provided by the BC Ironcops Team. We also then had the surprise and privilege of being entertained by Riley Inge (formerly appearing on stage with the Temptations). We all sang along to such classics as "My Girl" and "Papa Was a Rolling Stone".
As you can see here Joe was very excited to take a picture with Natasha, being that she is part of the New Westminster Police Department as Joe was born and raised in New Westminster.
In the end, over 1/3 of the limited edition prints were spoken for and it is expected that it will sell out by the end of August when Ironman Canada takes place. A huge thank you to Karen and Murray for inviting us to attend this incredible event. For further information on Andy Everson or to purchase a print click here. For further information on BC Ironcops for Cancer or to make a donation click here.
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FlightSOLD OUTIn the spring of 2004 I got tired of sitting around and decided to reintroduce myself to one of my old passions: cycling. At the time, barely able to ride around the block, I persevered by riding every morning, rain or shine. By the end of the year I had accumulated 3,500 kms. Through more training, I was able to actually place in or win local races and tallied up around 8,000 kms on the bike in 2005. The landscape in the print is one of the areas I ride along virtually every day. It looks out from Pt. Holmes—a traditional Comox lookout area—south to Hornby and Denman Islands. Cycling is truly one of the ways that I, in my small way, am able to take “Flight.” When my sister Charlene was recently diagnosed with cancer, our family—like many others—was shocked. Although we were there to support her, ultimately she was the one who had to step up and bear the brunt of the pain and the bitterness that being diagnosed with cancer entails. She was the one who had to undergo chemo. She was the one who had to be bald. She was the one that had to fight! She kicked cancer right in the teeth and is now cancer-free and vacationing in Thailand. She is living life and has taken “Flight.” This print is dedicated to all of those that strive for change, transformation and metamorphosis. It is for those that are “forced” to see the sun rise in order to get their training in. It is for those that fight and kick and scream when diagnosed with illness. It is for those that live life with purpose and passion. It is for those that have won their battle with cancer and it is for those that have lost. They have all taken “Flight.” “Flight” was created to aid in the fundraising efforts of Ironcops
for Cancer, a team of police officers and civilian members who raise funds
for the Canadian Cancer Society and compete in Ironman Canada every second year.
Partial proceeds from the sale of this print will be added to the Ironcops
for Cancer donation to the Canadian Cancer Society. Available exclusively at
the Inuit Gallery,
Vancouver, BC.
FootprintsEdition 75
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