Alan Campbell's Self-Portrait Shines in 'Face Britain' Auction

May 17
00:09

2024

Ramyasadasivam

Ramyasadasivam

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Ever dreamed of owning a self-portrait by Adele, Sir Cliff Richard, Tracey Emin, or The Wanted? Now's your chance! Celebrated artists and celebrities from music, TV, and sports have created self-portraits for Face Britain to raise funds for The Prince’s Foundation for Children & the Arts. Among these prestigious works is a self-portrait by Coleraine’s World and Olympic rower, Alan Campbell.

A Star-Studded Lineup for a Noble Cause

Face Britain has brought together a diverse array of self-portraits from notable figures in various fields. The initiative aims to raise funds for The Prince’s Foundation for Children & the Arts,Alan Campbell's Self-Portrait Shines in 'Face Britain' Auction Articles an organization dedicated to providing arts education to young people across the UK. The auction will feature works from:

  • Fearne Cotton
  • Dame Tanni Grey-Thompson
  • Sir Geoff Hurst
  • Nick Park
  • Derren Brown
  • Bryan Ferry
  • Jamie Oliver

These self-portraits will be auctioned on eBay from May 3 to May 13, with a live event at Christie’s, King Street, London on May 9, featuring works by established artists like Maggi Hambling and Tracey Emin.

Alan Campbell: A Champion on and off the Water

Alan Campbell, Britain’s leading single sculler, has added his self-portrait to the Face Britain collection. Campbell, who recently won his seventh consecutive title at the GB Rowing Team Senior Trials held at Eton/Dorney, will also compete in the World Cup series next month. His self-portrait captures him with his arm aloft, celebrating a victory, symbolizing his relentless spirit and dedication.

Face Britain: Encouraging Creativity and Identity

Face Britain is more than just an auction; it’s a platform designed to inspire children and young people aged 4-16 across the UK to explore their creativity and consider their identity. The project encourages participants to create self-portraits using various mediums, from paint to leaves and sticks, charcoal to clay. Some have even combined photography and painting to create cubist-style portraits, while others have used objects to represent their personalities.

Interesting Stats

  • Guinness World Record Attempt: The portraits will form a pixel in a giant montage image of HM The Queen, projected onto Buckingham Palace. This projection aims to set a Guinness World Record for ‘Most artists working on the same art installation’ (Guinness World Records).
  • Children's Participation: Over 200,000 children participated in creating self-portraits for Face Britain, showcasing the project's massive reach and impact (The Prince’s Foundation for Children & the Arts).

How to Get Involved

You can view the portraits in the online gallery at Children & Arts Face Britain Auction Portraits. The website provides details on how to participate in the auction and support this noble cause.

Conclusion

Face Britain is a remarkable initiative that not only raises funds for arts education but also encourages young people to explore their creativity and identity. With contributions from celebrated artists and celebrities, including Alan Campbell, the project promises to be a significant cultural event. Don’t miss your chance to own a piece of this unique collection and support a worthy cause.

Sources:

  1. The Prince’s Foundation for Children & the Arts
  2. Guinness World Records
  3. Face Britain Auction Portraits