The Art of Fundraising

22/01/2024

Elephant In The Room at the recent Pendulum Summit - incredible support all around.

Find out more about the https://www.elephantintheroom.ie/

01/07/2023

📢 The Elephant in the Room Movement is on the move! 🐘✨ We recently had a roaring success at our fantastic event in Nutgrove, where our artistically painted elephants stole the show and sparked meaningful conversations about mental health. 🎨🗣️

But our journey doesn't end there! We are thrilled to announce that the herd is now heading over to the iconic CHQ Building, where even more vibrant and thought-provoking elephants await you. 🏢🌟 Join us on this extraordinary movement as we continue to break the silence surrounding mental health. 💚

The Elephant in the Room Movement believes in the power of art to inspire change and raise awareness. These beautifully adorned elephants symbolize the importance of open conversations about mental health, reminding us that it's okay to talk about our vulnerabilities. 🗣️💬

Join us at CHQ Building, where you can witness the fusion of creativity and compassion while supporting this meaningful cause. 🐘❤️ Share your experiences with us and be a part of the movement for positive change. 📸🌈

Follow the herd, follow the movement, and let's make a difference together! 🐾💚 Anna Grainger Sarah Eva Manson Art Debbie Chapman Art MASER ART Glenn Matthews Art

05/06/2023

📢 Calling all adventure seekers and art enthusiasts! 🐻🌟 Join Children's Hospice South West on an exciting Bear Hunt through the picturesque landscapes of Bideford, Barnstaple, Great Torrington, and Ilfracombe! 🗺️✨

Embark on this unforgettable journey and discover 25 incredible 5-foot-tall bears, each one lovingly painted by a local artist. 🎨🐾 By participating in the Bear Hunt, you'll not only enjoy a thrilling art trail but also support children and young people living with life-limiting conditions and their families. ❤️🙌

📱 Download the Bear Hunt app from the App Store or Google Play, or grab a trail map to start your adventure. 🗺️📲 Remember, your generous donation will make a difference in the lives of these brave children and their families. Together, we can show our care and support. 🐻💙

Children's Hospice South West (CHSW) has brought together businesses, artists, and the local community for this enchanting sculpture trail. These bears are not just breathtaking works of art—they symbolize the heartfelt care and compassion our hospices provide. They are 'the bears that care.' 🐻💚

Follow us on this incredible Bear Hunt in North Devon, and discover the beauty of the region while supporting a meaningful cause. 🌳✨ Share your photos and experiences with us, and let's spread the word about this heartwarming trail. 📸🎉

Join us on this remarkable journey, and together, let's make a difference for over 550 children and young people living with life-limiting conditions. 🙏❤️ Children's Hospice South West Bear Hunt

29/05/2023

🎨✨ Prepare to be amazed by the vibrant masterpiece that awaits you on our painted sculptures! Behold the magnificent Munster Rugby-themed elephant, painted by the talented artist Una Heaton Art! 🐘🔴🏉

As the roar of Munster Rugby's recent victory in the URC still echoes, we invite you to bask in the glory of this incredible artwork. 🏆🎉 It couldn't come at a better time, coinciding with Munster's first trophy in 12 years! 🎊

Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to witness the intersection of art and sport. 🎨⚡️ Join us on the trail and capture a photo with this impressive red elephant. Share your experience with us by tagging The Art of Tourism & Elephant In The Room and using the hashtags

Let's celebrate the power of creativity and the triumphs of our beloved Munster Rugby team together! 🙌🏉✨

21/05/2023

📢 🎉 🐘✨ Nutgrove Shopping Centre invites you to meet our remarkable and artistically painted elephants, representing our Elephant In The Room project. 🎨

Let's acknowledge the Elephant In The Room and start breaking the silence around mental health. 🗣️💬 Join us as we support mental health awareness and showcase the talent of local artists who have created these stunning pieces:

🎨 Tom Byrne - Walk the Talk
🎨 Eoghan O'Driscoll - Pepsi Eoghan o driscoll Art
🎨 Glenn Matthews - You, me, Everybody! Glenn Matthews Art
🎨 Art by Kuze - Wish Fulfilling Elephant Art by Kuze
🎨 Lucy Doyle - Fragility Lucy Doyle Artist
🎨 Stepan Shevets - Impressions of Dublin
🎨 Karen Wilson - Bee Happy - Ellie Bloom Karen Wilson Art
🎨 Kate Beagan - Leaving the darkness of the forest behind

Visit Nutgrove Shopping Centre until the end of May and show your support for mental health awareness. 🐘✨ Don't forget to follow, share, and tag us in your photos if you pay a visit to our incredible elephants! 📸 Also please follow each of the amazing artists helping us raise awareness!

Together, let's make a difference and encourage open conversations about mental health. 💚

08/05/2023

27/03/2023

Georgia painted Barrington the Sun Bear who is in Parade Car Park in Combe Martin and is part of the CHSW Bear Hunt

Georgia is based in Braunton, North Devon working from a barn conversion completed in early 2016.

10/02/2023

The trail map is ready 🐾🐻🤩🎉

Download the pdf version from our website.

Get the map on your phone through the app which will be released this weekend - bear with us 🐾🐻👀🐾

05/01/2023

We are looking forward to Spring time when the CHSW Bear Hunt will launch 25 beautifully decorated Bear sculptures into the wilds of the picturesque North Devon. We can't wait to plan our trip to go on a Bear Hunt.

05/01/2023

Happy New Year to all of our Bear pals and to all the new friends we hope to make this year when our Bears come out of hibernation in the Spring.

25 wonderfully painted sculptures dotted around the beautiful North Devon.

We hope you add getting more fresh air into your new year resolutions and have a visit to see the bears too.

You'll be able to tick off all the Bears as you find them!

Will you be able to catch them all? It's going to be so much fun!

30/08/2022

Sneak peak of my Bear I'm painting for CHSW BEAR HUNT work in progress still, coming together now 😍🐻🖌️🎨 ###

23/08/2022

Top UK sporting stars Marcus Trescothick and Tom Scudamore will be joining forces with local artists for Children’s Hospice South West’s (CHSW) Bear Hunt this autumn. Former England and Somerset cricketer Marcus will be working to decorate a bear with Gloucestershire-based artist Rachel Shilston...

22/08/2022

Sneak peak of my Bear for CHSW BEAR HUNT still work in progress though, coming together 😍🐻🐯🌿🖌️🎨 Xx

21/08/2022

Jockey Tom Scudamore and artist Kathy Nettles with one of the CHSW bears outside CHSW’s Little Bridge House hospice in Fremington, Barnstaple. Pic: CHSW
Devon Live Children's Hospice South West CHSW BEAR HUNT

Artists around the South West are currently decorating 25 individual five-foot-tall bears

26/07/2022

So exciting to be able to facilitate this new art trail in North Devon. If you're in the area; click through and follow! CHSW BEAR HUNT

North Devon is set to host an exciting public art sculpture trail this year designed to raise vital funds and awareness for Children’s Hospice South West (CHSW). The charity, which runs three children’s hospices, including Little Bridge House in Fremington near Barnstaple, has joined forces with...

04/07/2022

Many thanks to all the artists, sponsors, host locations, supporters, followers and everybody who visited the Kilkenny CatWalk, which ended in May of this year, who collectively made the art trail a massive success.
The Live Auction along with pre-sales and hosting fees generated a massive €91,050 which will be invested by the Kilkenny Civic Trust to give a new lease of life to some of the heritage buildings in Kilkenny city.


https://www.kilkennycatwalk.ie/