ASPIRE’S ART360 ARTWORK SELECTED TO PARTICIPATE IN DIFFAs ART FOR LIFE, CHICAGO EVENT – Invest In Culture, 2019

On October 24, DIFFA/Chicago hosted its’ 3rd annual live art auction, at Venue West. The event exhibited more than 80 works of art, with the auctions benefiting those living with and vulnerable to HIV/AIDS.

Attendees celebrated surrounded by the art of emerging and notable artists who are making a mark in today’s cultural landscape. Photography, paintings, mixed media works and other pieces donated by locally and nationally recognized artists were available for viewing and on sale via silent and live auctions throughout the evening. Three of Aspire ART360 pieces of art were chosen to be auctioned for this curated event.

DIFFA Chicago champions the fight to end HIV/AIDS through awareness, prevention, and pursuit of a cure. To learn more visit: diffachicago.org

Featured Artist: JAMES CANSLER
“I paint all the different things I see around me.
I am inspired by the works of Picasso – the first
time I saw his work, I knew I wanted to paint.” 

Artistic Approach
James incorporates elements of texture and color
in his paintings, as well as principles of variety
and balance. He works in stages, taking breaks after
each portion he completes, evaluating his progress
and making sure he’s maintaining his vision. To meet more ART360 artists CLICK HERE

Chosen from more than 2,000 entries, Aspire ART360 wins top award and is permanently displayed in Washington, DC

15 artists with profound disabilities collaborated on four paintings depicting the four season. Utilizing their chosen mediums, the artist produced an amalgam of perspectives of each seasons energy. Summer was chosen to be permanently displayed in the Continuing Care Accreditation Commission (CARF-CACC) building in Washington, DC.