What can I do with all my Artwork and Photographs?

Shilshole Bay Marina - Seattle, Washington

Using your artwork and photographs for a worthy cause or even creating merchandise would be a wonderful way to use them! Here are several suggestions on how you can do this:

1. Charity Auctions: Organize an art and photography auction, with the proceeds going to a charity of your choice. This can be done in person or online through eBay for Charity or Charity Auctions Today.

2. Art Shows for Charity: Host an art and photography exhibition where you display your artwork/photographs and charge an entry fee or sell pieces with proceeds benefiting a nonprofit organization.

3. Collaborate with Local Organizations: Partner with local charities, schools, or community centers to create art and photography workshops or classes. You can donate some of the fees or sell your artwork to support their programs.

4. Create Merchandise: Turn your artwork and photographs into merchandise (like prints, greeting cards, or apparel) and sell them, donating a percentage of the sales to a cause you care about.

5. Online Fundraising Campaigns: Use crowdfunding platforms like GoFundMe or Kickstarter to raise money for a specific cause, offering your artwork and photographs as rewards for donations.

6. Art for Awareness: Create pieces that raise awareness about specific issues (like mental health, environmental concerns, etc.) and share them on social media to promote the cause.

7. Community Projects: Be involved in community art projects with the purpose of beautifying public spaces, supporting local initiatives, donating your artwork, photographs, or time.

8. Art Therapy Programs: Collaborate with organizations that use art for therapy, donating your artwork and photographs, or even leading sessions to help others express themselves through art.

Choose a cause that resonates with you and consider how your artwork can best contribute to that mission.