Invest in Futures Gala Diner (Part II)

I'm delighted to inform you that my painting went for £7500. All the money will go to support the vital work of the Prince's Trust and I'm so happy to return the help that they gave me 3 years ago!!

I'm still to know who was so generous but no doubt I'll have to paint him or her the nicest portrait ever!!

Thank you for all those people you attended the event and whose generosity will enable The Trust to help change the lives of over 800 disadvantaged young people – an astonishing achievement.

The painting here, Carolina, was used in the catalogue for this year's Invest in Futures Gala Diner 2008.

Invest in Futures Gala Diner 2008 (Part I)

I had the pleasure to donate a painting for the Invest in Futures Gala Diner 2008 which took place the 6th November. All the money raised in the auction will go to the Prince's Trust. The photo here shows the area I had during the reception to promote my lot.

Invest in Futures Gala Diner is the central fundraising event of the Prince's Trust, raising over £1 million every year to support the vital work of The Trust. This exclusive dinner is attended by leaders of the hedge fund and global finance communities as well as Prince’s Trust celebrity ambassadors.

The 30 lots in the silent auction included not only a portrait by me (lot 3) but also lots like a guitar signed by the Rolling Stones; a transatlantic crossing on board Queen Mary 2 for two; a signed lithograph by HRH The Prince of Wales; two kilograms of the World's Most Exclusive caviar (worth £6000) or meeting Donatella Versace at Milan's Fashion Week.

The live auction lots included amongst others: Flying with the Red Arrows and a stunning Asprey Necklace.

A Day Out

Una imagen vale mas que mil palabras!

Have a good holiday!

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AIR GALLERY (Private View)

It has been a great honor to be selected for this exhibition as one of the representatives of the business supported by the Prince's Trust.

Nearly 200 people visited the gallery in Mayfair. There were three night dedicated to celebrities, Prince's Trusts mentors and people from the financial world in London.

From the celebrities I really enjoyed meeting Eric Knowles (Antiques Road Show) and Julian Glover (actor) With both I had wonderful and fun conversations!

Amongst others in attendance were Sir Peter Blake, artist who famously designed the cover of the Beatles' Sgt Pepper's album (he said he enjoyed my painting!), Dame Diana Rigg, actress, Tamsin Egerton and Tallauh Riley, stars of the St Trinian’s film, Helen Worth, Gail from Coronation Street and Tracey Edwards, round-the-world yachtswoman.

This exhibition has given me another boost of energy and confidence to keep pursuing my dream. Both my paintings 'Family in the Park' and the portrait of Prince Charles were enjoyed by the viewers and were a focal point of conversation.

I have also met other incredible artists whom I hope to keep in touch with in the future.

Many thanks to Louis Gargour from LNG Capital who sponsored the exhibition!

BABYLON (Press)

Article by Francisco de la Coba Tena in new bilingual cultural magazine Babylon, N.1, page 84

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Interview LONDON AMIGO

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AIR GALLERY (Prince's Trust 25th Anniversary)

Back in 2005 I was sponsored by the Prince's Trust to set up my business. Now two of my paintings have been chosen for an exhibition to celebrate the Trust's 25th Anniversary.

One of the works selected is one of my latest paintings of a family in the park. This would be the only opportunity to see this painting as it will go to its commissioner as soon as the exhibition is finished.

The other painting couldn't be other than my famous portrait of Prince Charles! After all, I did paint it when I was applying for their sponsorship.

The exhibition will be at:
Air Gallery, 32 Dover Street, Mayfair, London W1S 4NE
From 10th to 12th June (10am to 5pm)

I'm afraid Private View is fully booked for Trust supporters.

MOTHERS Private View

MOTHERS

I have the pleasure to invite you to my next exhibition:

MOTHERS, from 29 Feb to 8 March 2008
PRIVATE VIEW: THURSDAY 28th FEB 6.30pm till 9pm

at Sartorial Contemporary Art (101a Kensington Church Street, London W8 7LN (Notting Hill tube, exit D))

100 artists have painted a portrait of their Mother.

The Mothers collection was put together by Harry Pye in 2004 and since has been exhibited in different cities in the UK

The collection will only be sold as a whole with all proceeds going to charity.

MEDITERRANEO Private View

MEDITERRANEO turned to be a very well attended exhibition and a lot of fun! I had the pleasure of having my baby daughter attending her mum's first private view!

MEDITERRANEO: A Sea that Unites

I have the pleasure to invite you to my next exhibition:

"MEDITERRANEO: A Sea that Unites": from 24th January - 25th March 2008

Italian Cultural Institute: 39 Belgrave Square, London SW1X 8NX

Opening Party: 24th January 2008, 6.30 pm

MEDITERRANEO is an exhibition created by an idea of Rossana Pittelli, the art expert and curator of the art events at the Italian Cultural Institute and co-curated by the art critic Gabriele Magnani, UK correspondant for AD Italia Magazine (Conde' Nast)

This is an ambitious project that involves many contemporary artists from the Mediterranean Sea basin, an area spanning Europe, Africa and the Middle East. The different artists chose to express themselves in different media, ranging from paintings to sculpture, from drawings to photographs, digital art and experimental works.