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7th March 2011

Doctor’s Artwork to Help Canterbury

Auckland-based doctor and Pop artist Brad Novak has teamed up with Artrite screen printing and others to create a limited edition artwork with all profits to the Christchurch Earthquake Appeal.

Art lovers have an opportunity to help those affected by the earthquake through purchasing a piece of art.

“This is a practical way art lovers can support the relief efforts in Canterbury. 100% of the profits will be donated to the cause” says Dr Novak.

The work is entitled “Hope for Canterbury” and features the Christchurch Cathedral in a graphic style inspired by renowned artist Andy Warhol. Novak aims for it to express something of the inspiring kiwi spirit.

“It feels good to do something to help. Seeing the bravery and determination of those affected has been humbling.”

Novak is also donating one of his FIFA Football World Cup screen prints, which has been personally signed by the entire All Whites squad and coach Ricki Herbert. Bids for this can be made on Radio Sport’s online earthquake auction.

As a public health doctor, Novak has been involved in emergency responses in the past such as H1N1, and knows how hard people are working in Canterbury to try to deal with the situation.

“Art is a way we can express emotion or communicate a message. Hopefully this work conveys a sense of hope – the courage that has been shown, and that rebuilding will eventually occur. People need to try to hold onto that.”

For more information or to purchase an artwork, visit www.bradnovak.co.nz.

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