Dear World,

This is a new page on my website. Where and why is quite simple. I set my heart on helping children a long time ago. I wasn’t sure on how this would come to be, but I knew I wanted to do something I was good at, in order to do my very best for them. Well, fast forward a bit in my career and in my life. I’ve always been the artist that shared my artistic abilities with the little ones through my family, friends, work, collectors, and also curious kids that I got to meet on my national exhibition tour called Unity; a heart centered campaign set to inspire global unity and connection.

These small, but brilliant minds that came out to see my work with their families while touring the United States during the pandemic made me do a double take in my way of giving, because they had something to say. I thought I was doing the very best I could do just by sharing my work in a sincere message of hope, and understanding in such divisive times. I now realize that one person can do more, and can make a difference in one childs life. My revelation of sorts is that all of us should be wholeheartedly focused on the innocents, and that is the children that reside here with us on this planet. What about the kids on a global scale? How are they feeling about their lives and all of these confusing changes in the world? Do the less fortunate feel depleted of any type of future? Can art, whether it be painting, photography, writing or music assist a child in knowing that there is more out there for them? My answer is yes. Yes, art can be the answer for many.

It led me to a clear vision through a beautiful dream I had last night about making art with children. The overall feeling I got when I woke was pure joy. I knew I had to make moves to encourage others to help. I have so much knowledge, and I know they would excel with it, have opportunities that they may never have otherwise. I felt pure love in my heart for the first time. It was as if a lightbulb went on. I knew the message of “Unity” was bigger than what I was doing and had faith that it would reveal itself in due time. I know now that this is a huge part of the puzzle that was missing in my life. You don’t have to go to a university to learn, but a teacher like myself can teach. All of us artists can teach. I have taught and will again through Unity 4 Kids. Because Kids matter.

The little ones are the future. Art, whether it’s painting, acting, making music it is a way of reaching into their creative brains and sending them a message that this is an option for a beautiful life, the most beautiful life. Filling up their cups with possibilities, like it did for me so many years ago through a teacher. My plan is not completely clear, but I will begin with just simply helping. I am reaching out to all that are receptive to a new beginning, a way of gathering momentum, starting with one school, organization or one person. One person can make a difference, it did for me.

Please if you are interested in getting involved in a collaboration, have ideas or want to get your hands dirty in some paint, reach out! I could use your passion and experience in giving just one child a way to a better life and future. Thank you for reading.

Sincely,

Hallie Hart