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Beautiful Disaster.

Beautiful Disaster.

Aug 25, 2016

It is with much trepidation that I share these thoughts, as I suspect they may not sit well with some folks. And that’s okay. My heart aches deeply for the...

Why would anyone want to live in Louisiana?

Why would anyone want to live in Louisiana?

Aug 21, 2016

Why would anyone want to live in Louisiana? That’s the question that many seem to be asking. Why would anyone want to live in a place that continues to flood...

An open letter to Louisiana legislators: Save the Artists.

An open letter to Louisiana legislators: Save the Artists.

May 17, 2016

Dear Louisiana Legislators, Every year, hundreds of artists and arts advocates make the trek to the State Capital to request your support of the arts, and every year, the resources...

When the little things become the big things.

When the little things become the big things.

Apr 6, 2016

The search for children whose cards provided hope in the midst of Katrina chaos.   August 29, 2015 marked the tenth anniversary of Hurricane Katrina, one of the worst natural...

The Epidemic of Entitlement: response to Tulane students’ petition

The Epidemic of Entitlement: response to Tulane students’ petition

Mar 17, 2016

Recently, when reading the news online, I stumbled upon a headline that stunned me. The story reported that a small group of Tulane students were dissatisfied with the university’s announcement...

Do You Know What It Means to Miss New Orleans? – Adam Sambola, Artist

Do You Know What It Means to Miss New Orleans? – Adam Sambola, Artist

Jul 26, 2015

Inspired by New Orleans’ own Harry Connick, Jr. This oversized ceramic bowl features Adam Sambola’s iconic “RedBean the Crawfish” encircled by piano keys and performing the song near and dear...

Katrina’s Kiss – Al Reisz, artist

Katrina’s Kiss – Al Reisz, artist

Jul 22, 2015

This may very well be the only artwork enhanced by Katrina’s flood waters. Al Reisz is a writer and creative woodturner who was born and grew up in the Gentilly...

Risen – Devin Boutwell

Risen – Devin Boutwell

Jul 17, 2015

Autographed by Tony Hawk. SOLD. Auctioned on CharityBuzz. Devin Boutwell’s hand carved skateboard, “Risen,” was inspired by his hero, Tony Hawk. It’s symbolic of the many Katrina warriors who rose...

Perceptions I – Charlotte Lowry Collins, artist

Perceptions I – Charlotte Lowry Collins, artist

Jun 26, 2015

Autographed by Ian Somerhalder, with the message “With all my love and thanks.” SOLD – Auctioned via Charity Buzz. Charlotte’s donation to Hope for Habitat: Katrina X is inspired by...

Roxanne – Kenny Bridges, artist

Roxanne – Kenny Bridges, artist

Jun 13, 2015

SOLD.  Inspired by Sting. Roxanne dances as if no one is watching in this beautiful oil painting by artist Kenny Bridges. As a child, Kenny loved to draw and doodle,...

“Enchanted,” Inspired by Taylor Swift – Mandie Manzano, artist

“Enchanted,” Inspired by Taylor Swift – Mandie Manzano, artist

May 21, 2015

Inspired by Taylor Swift. Do you believe in Fairytales? The back story behind “Enchanted,” inspired by Taylor Swift, created by artist Mandie Manzano. We’re hoping for another fairy tale ending...

The Circle of Life

The Circle of Life

May 19, 2015

Inspired by Sir Elton John. With the recent fairy tale ending of The Beatles adventures, and the successful auction of the piano autographed by Sir Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr,...

Ringo Starr

The Beatles piano auction has ended with a bid of $98,888

This website initially was created to chronicle the quest for autographs from Sir Paul McCartney and Sir Ringo Starr on a piano created for East St. Tammany Habitat for Humanity.  The epic journey is chronicled here: The Beatles Adventures, with posts featuring the signings here: Starr Struck and Sir Paul Says, “Yes.”

The auction listing is featured here: CharityBuzz.com. Proceeds from the auction have enabled East St. Tammany Habitat for Humanity to provide an affordable home for a deserving veteran and his or her family.

CHARITY BUZZ AUCTIONS FOR HABITAT

Our CharityBuzz auctions of autographed works have ended. To see all of the artists’ works, click here: Hope for Habitat.
Pictured: Fiddle by Adam Sambola, signed by Charlie Daniels and band.

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Public Relations Society of America – New Orleans:

Silver Anvil Award/Special Event 2018-2019 – Blackout & Gold Second Line

Fleurish Award of Excellence/Social Media Campaign, 2018-2019

Fleurish Award of Excellence/Blog Post, 2017

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Finalist – Lifestyle Blog, 2017

Public Relations Association of Louisiana – New Orleans:

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Flambeaux Award, Best Website, 2016

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