Avery Burton Foundation Partners With Art Show Fundraiser To Bring Awareness To May Mental Health Month
Henderson, NV – The Avery Burton Foundation (ABF), a 501c.3 Nevada nonprofit, was selected as the official partner for the Desert Valley Gallery in Tivoli Village-Summerlin, 410 S. Rampart Blvd., Suite 145, as the gallery hosts two acclaimed African artists, Prince Duncan-Williams and Joseph Muchina Mwangi, May 16, 2024, from 6 to 9 p.m., the public is invited.
“May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and this art show and fundraiser are in alignment with art being a storytelling medium,” ABF Board Member Dr. Jeanette Lee said. “The event is an excellent fit with ABF’s mission of using storytelling to improve conversations regarding mental health issues plaguing individuals and families nationwide.
“I love these two artists’ works,” Dr. Lee added. “I would consider buying one of the artworks, as I think they are beautiful. ABF is honored to be considered and approached by so many different organizations wanting to collaborate with us. We look forward to more collaborations in the future.”
African acrylic artist Mwangi was born and raised in Nairobi, Kenya. He is a self-taught painter. His respect and admiration for the Maasai tribe in Africa led him to focus his artistry on this unique tribe. Since 2015, Mwangi has been a featured resident artist at the famed Karen Blixen Museum in Nairobi.
The acclaimed artist will be donating three pieces of his artwork (valued at $550 each) for the fundraiser to benefit ABF.
