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About the Event

The Art of Returning is a fundraising art auction created to support recovery and rebuilding efforts in Jamaica following the devastation of Hurricane Melissa. Its primary focus is aimed at rural communities in Trelawny that have struggled to access aid.

This event brings together art, community, and purpose. Through the auctioning of existing artworks as well as select works from the new series, titled “Gwan Home” originals, we aim to raise funds that will go directly toward repairing my former primary school and distributing essential supplies to affected families in the surrounding areas.

why this is

As a Jamaican artist living abroad, watching the destruction unfold from a distance has been deeply painful. Returning home is not just a personal journey it’s a responsibility. The communities that shaped me need help, and this auction is the first step in a long-term commitment to support relief efforts on the ground.

Local charities and government agencies are doing everything they can, but the scale of the damage has stretched resources thin. This fundraiser will bring direct, accountable, community-centered support where it’s needed most.

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How your support helps

Funds raised will go toward:

Repairing structural damage at Daniel Town Primary School in Trelawny
Providing essential supplies to affected families
Supporting long-term rebuilding initiatives in rural communities

70% of each artwork sold goes directly to relief efforts. 30% covers production and material costs.

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This is an intimate, limited-capacity event. Once the tickets go live, you will be the first to receive access. Each bidder at the event has a chance to win a special AP painting of one of my most sought-after fine artworks.

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Karla King

Utrecht, Netherlands
art@karlaking.com

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