Art Abandonment
About a week ago Michael DeMeng started the facebook group Art Abandonment after leaving a few of his unique sketches around Eugene, Oregon.
photo courtesy of Michael DeMeng |
In a recent blog post (click here to read), Michael talks about how he has left random bits of art here & there for years, in hopes that the pieces find a home. A week ago he started this facebook group for anyone who want to play along - to create & abandon something on the off chance it finds the right person. In less than a week, the group has over 3100 members (& growing). I think I was around number 200-wowzers!!
How does it work? Basically you make something, leave it somewhere (with a note stating that it is free for the taker) & post a photo in the facebook group. Taken from Mr. DeMeng's site:
- All you have to do is make a piece of art. (as simple or as elegant as you like)
- Write a little note on it explaining that it is a gift
- Also mention that if the finder would like to share info about its fate they can contact the FaceBook group by emailing ArtAbandonement@groups.facebook.com
- You should also leave you're web address contact info…you never know…you might have created a new patron.
- Photo what you're leaving
- Then leave it…walk away…run…try not to get caught.
- Then on Facebook share the location and photo of your gift with the rest of us. Here's the group address: http://www.facebook.com/groups/ArtAbandonment/
- Keep your fingers crossed that someone lets us know what became of it. I certainly doubt that everyone will take the time to inform the group, but I'm hoping we get a few periodic bites.
I haven't abandoned any art yet but I am making plans to start next week. I am leaving on a trip soon and will be abandoning it all along the way.
If you like to create and share, listen to these words straight from the man himself:O)
Also, check out the facebook group here, DeMeng's blogpost here, or just drop me a note & I am happy to chat with you about it. In the meantime, never leave a stone unturned!
We now have a beautiful logo, compliments of Andrea DeMeng. Thank you Andrea and Michael for providing so many people so many reasons to smile:O) This whole thing is truly incredible.