Christie's Search Submit search Sign in Menu OVERVIEW DONATE VISIT MEET THE ARTISTS THE ORGANIZATION CONTACT Live It Up Christie’s celebrates International Day of Persons with Disabilities New York and Online, 3-7 December 2021 Christie’s is thrilled to present Live It Up, a philanthropic exhibition showcasing artworks in drawing, painting, and photography, created by young adults with Down syndrome. Set within our Rockefeller galleries and in partnership with LiveUp Programs, a 100% volunteer-based organization that provides programing for adults with Down syndrome, we are shining our spotlight on unique works while also raising awareness about neurodiversity. LiveUp Programs creates welcoming communities where adults with Down syndrome and their peers can be their best selves. Participants and volunteers strengthen social and life skills, gain confidence and lead healthy lifestyles. Together, we are an accepting and energetic family that celebrates and empowers all individuals while advocating for a more inclusive world. This upcoming year there are three in-person overnight long weekend programs offered with LiveUp Programs. All proceeds from this exhibition will be a direct donation towards the non-profit organization with the goal of raising $40,000. Should we meet this goal together, we will be sponsoring 75 adults to enjoy a weekend living it up! Support Now | Visit LiveUp Program’s Site Powered by: Charitable works and experiences Proceeds will be a direct donation to the non-profit organization 1/17 Nate Seagraves (Age 25) Photograph, 14 x 17 in. Executed in 2021 Erin McNulty (Age 32) Painting on canvas, 20 x 16 in. Executed in 2021 Donate now TO PURCHASE THIS WORK PLEASE KINDLY DONATE THE AMOUNT OF: $200 YOUR DONATION SUPPORTS: LiveUp Programs In the next window when prompted kindly please enter the NAME OF ARTIST in the "Donation note" field. This will indicate to our team the piece you are purchasing. Exhibition information Location 20 Rockefeller Plaza New York, NY 10020 Viewing 3-5 December, 10am-5pm 6 December (Sunday) , 1-5pm 7 December, 10am-5pm We'd love for you to join us… Opening reception Friday, 3 December 2021 6-8 PM, James Christie Room (2nd Floor) RSVP A message from the CSR team at Christie’s ‘Our organisation is committed to eliminating the stigma around mental health in the workplace. It is our responsibility now and going forward to support, empower, celebrate and raise awareness for all individuals while advocating for a more inclusive Christie’s.’ Meet the artists 1/4 Sienna Bell (Age 21) Markers! It is calming and I love the different colors ARTISTS QUOTE Jake Spencer (Age 36) Favorite medium: Acrylic paints, colored pencils and gel pens. Favorite thing about art: Creating the idea for what to paint; mixing the colors; it's relaxing to paint; the paintings make people happy. ARTISTS QUOTE ‘Today's painting is the Bistline Covered Bridge on the corner of our farm in Perry County, PA. Jake loves to ride his bike on the bridge.’ About the organization Our flagship programs are overnight long weekend programs for adults with Down syndrome (21+). The program attributes its success to developing an environment of a close-knit family of friends. Each participant is paired with a similarly aged volunteer/mentor to help participants learn, while having fun in a safe, supportive environment. Each mentor comes away with a new understanding of the special needs community and as an advocate for what is possible for their peers. Learn more You may also like... 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