Support me as I paint for 27 days to support those living with Parkinson's!
I'm taking part in the 27ForParkinson's 'Be Active' Challenge to help raise funds for people living with Parkinson's - a progressive neurological condition that affects people from all walks of life.
For 27 days I will be staying active in a whole new way for me. Last year I walked each day - This year the effects of Parkinson's have made that more difficult.
As an architect all my life I spent 50 years sketching buildings and drawing technical detail by hand but my writing and sketching skills have also been taken away by Parkinson's disease.
Excitingly this year I have decided to paint 27 Abstract Paintings!
I hope that my paintings will have positive theme and a strong brush stroke representing a strong hand despite the effects of PD. I am not a painter by nature but this challenge has already had a very positive effect on both myself & the people around me with other Parkinson's sufferers joining in and finding some solace in painting.
What we see on the canvas is as individual as the painter themselves and also represents how differently PD can touch each person in completely different ways.
Will you help me make a difference? Every dollar raised has a lasting impact, so please make a donation to support my challenge.
My Achievements
Updated Photo
Updated Story
First Donation
Raised 27
Halfway to Target
Achieved Goal
My Updates
Day 10 Painting
Sunday 10th Oct
Day 9 Painting
Saturday 9th Oct
The Senior Newspaper
Tuesday 5th Oct
Self Portrait
Tuesday 5th Oct
Aged care news
Friday 24th Sep Very humbled to have been interviewed by Aged Care News - see below
Painting challenge accepted…..
Wednesday 22nd Sep
Strong Hands
Wednesday 22nd Sep I’ve never been a painter but was an Architect my whole life. Most recently when we thought about how to support 27 for Parkinsons this year I felt that the walking we did last year would be a bit much so after brainstorming with my daughters I have taken to painting and hope to create 27 paintings by the end of October..I’m really enjoying it and discovering it for the first time in my life - it’s a new challenge but giving me a great sense of purpose. I can no longer write or sketch the technical details I previously did with such ease and pride in the past but painting is bringing a whole new experience to my life, it’s never too late to start something néw. I hope my paintings are positive and that they will help us raise funds for more research for Parkinsons. ShareThank you to my Sponsors
$223.42
Ando Rob Dash And Digs
$156.60
Robert Newman
Keep the paint brush going Lawrence
$104.40
John Granger
To Lawrence Congratulations on your effort John Granger
$104.40
Celia, Ian & James Utley
My Dad has dedicated most of his life to help others via fundraising within Rotary & is always first in-line to support a good cause … now it’s our turn to support his endeavour to paint 27 paintings in 27 days for Parkinson’s …..
$104.40
Kathryn, Simon, Will, Hayley & Jaye.
Go Lawrence! So proud of your efforts xx
$104.40
Troy Martin
Keep up the great work!
$104.40
Paul Hede
An opportunity for everyone to see your many creative talents
$100
Maria Hede And Stephen Lee
Good on you Uncle Los. You are always ‘ having a go’ We look forward to seeing you all as soon as we can. Maria, Stephen and family xx
$78.30
Harriet Foley
You are a wonderful example of a community spirit and a caring soul. I wish you all the success to reach your goal and beyond.
$78.30
Therese Mckenney Oam
Your paintings are beautiful, you ate a treasure is all you do.
$78.30
Liz And Mark Dohrmann
What an inspiring challenge. Love from Liz and Mark Dohrmann
$57.42
Japara Residents
To Lawrence … thank you for our paintings, we love our art for our rooms ….. Sue Margo Geraldine Innes
$56.38
Natalie Aliotta
Inspirational! Keep up the great work
$56.38
Genevieve Mccarthy
Well done Lawrence. Such a great cause. All the best, Genevieve, Chris & Zoe
$56.38
Maria Silber
A very creative way of raising funds. Congratulations
$56.38
Isabel Hede
Good luck with your painting Lawrence! You are such an inspiration! Isabel Hede xxx
$56.38
Elia Andriotis
Well done Lawrence, keep up the great work for awareness and research and support.
$54
Carmel Teresa Mccarthy
Lisa, please tell Loss he is an inspiration to all of us.
$54
Hede/cesarini Family
Great work Uncle Los. Looking forward to seeing all the works. X Hede//Cesarini Family.
$52.20
Nancy Fleahly
Dear Lawrence … great job of your paintings, I’m glad I purchased the one titled “Captain Mad” Kind Regards Nancy
$52.20
Graeme Thompson
Lawrence you continue to be a legend!
$50
Margaret Atley
Dear Lawrence, Thank you for my lovely painting "Wild for Mags". Its been a big effort. Love Marg
$28.19
Steven Williamson
$28.19
Cass
Last year I donated for Michael in Woodend, this year for Lawrence. Good luck with the painting challenge!
$28.19
Rachel Morrison
Great work, Lawrence!
$28.19
Tim
Great work Lawrence
$27
Anonymous
Thank you, Lawrence. Your paintings are very expressive. I hope you continue to inspire others with your drive and your talent.
$27
John And Joan Davis
You were never one to shirk a challenge. Best wishes on your painting activity. We remember with fondest and thanks for our past relationship.
$20
Andrew Woolf
$10
Zoe Green
Keep up the great work Lawrence, your paintings are amazing!
$10
Go dad …, We can’t wait to see you and the paintings in person cheering you on from Sydney