2008 Memory Portraits (Vietnam)
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The Project
Portraits for disabled women in Vietnam
The project is based off of Ben Schumaker’s “The Memory Project”, a unique initiative in which artists create portraits for those living in challenging situations around the world. Because those who have been abandoned, neglected, abused, or orphaned usually have few personal keepsakes, the purpose of the portraits is to provide them with a special memory of themselves and to help honor their heritage and identity.
Dear e, I received your letter and everything I was very happy, I would like best my photo it very beautiful. – Your friend Lieu
Portrait Recipients are women from Lifestart Foundation Workshop.
Initiated by Sherry Berger in 2008, the non-profit Lifestart Foundation Workshop focuses on creating unique handmade arts/crafts to help support those living in challenging situations in and around Hoi An, Vietnam. Each item is individually made by members of the workshop and the entire proceeds from the sale of the products go directly to the workshop members to provide a sustainable income and sense of independence. Sherry hand delivered the portraits in September 2008. Check out the blogs!
March 2008: Starting The Workshop
September 2008: Portrait Delivery
April 2009: The Workshop Growing! –
Portrait Delivery
Lifestart Foundation Workshop Products
Our exhibition raised funds by selling handmade notecards, bags and other crafts made by the Workshop ladies. To learn more about the workshop, please visit the Lifestart Foundation website here >
Artwork Gallery
Thank You To Artists & Supporters!
More About Our Beneficiary
Lifestart Foundation is a grassroots, not-for-profit charity that helps disadvantaged Vietnamese people and their families to become self-sufficient. Founded in 2000 by Australian Karen Leonard and supported by a team of dedicated volunteers, the Foundation applies a holistic approach to helping those in need through proven working programs and initiatives which are designed to effect a generational change.