DDB Group Sydney creates online art auction for Nepal’s rebuilding efforts ‘Nasmaste for Nepal’

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INTDDS3222_Namaste_Nepal_224x768px_Landscape_D_R3.jpgDDB Group Sydney has today proudly launched Namaste for Nepal, an online art auction featuring 100 international artists including Australian icons Ken Done, Reg Mombassa and Anthony Lister.

Namaste for Nepal was the inspiration of passionate DDB Sydney staff and was created to raise funds for the re-building efforts of Nepal in the wake of the devastating earthquake in April this year. Online bidding commences today at www.namastefornepal.com.au and is open for three weeks, concluding August 13.

INTDDS3222_Namaste_Nepal_1080x1920px_Portrait_A_R3.jpgSays Andrew Little, CEO, DDB Group Australia: “On April 25, 2015, at 11:56am local time, the tiny Himalayan country of Nepal was stunned by a massive 7.6 magnitude earthquake with devastating consequences.

“Many Australians feel a deep and profound connection to Nepal for many reasons and we were a nation touched by a friend in need. Many of us have travelled to Nepal and all fondly remember being welcomed by its gentle people greeting us with their uniquely Himalayan ‘Namaste’, meaning  I salute the Divine in you.

“When DDB Sydney’s senior art buyer, Leesa Murray, had the great idea of an online art auction run through facebook that leverages the power of the Australian industry and the broader DDB network, we were overwhelmed by the support we received from our incredible artists and DDB staff. We approached Save the Children to partner us and we are delighted to be at launch date.”

Namaste for Nepal, is an art auction created by DDB Sydney in partnership with Save the Children, to help rebuild this beautiful nation we all love. The online auction, featuring over 140 pieces of art ranging in size and price from over 100 international artists, commences today and will conclude in three weeks, on August 13, culminating in a spectacular “closing ceremony” at the Object Gallery Sydney.

Says Paul Ronalds, CEO, Save the Children: “Three months on from the first earthquake and the situation is still desperate in Nepal. The monsoon has arrived and we are just months from the harsh winter, yet because of the sheer scale of the disaster there are still thousands of families living in inadequate shelter.

“Save the Children and other aid agencies are working around the clock to provide basic necessities like food, water and more permanent shelter, as well as getting children back to class. The support of DDB Group Sydney to raise funds directly for our work in Nepal is remarkable and greatly appreciated.”

Says Little: “As an industry that prides itself on its ability to create, inspire and influence, we ask you to please partake in our silent auction, pass this on to colleagues, family and friends and generously dig deep.”

To view the artwork and make a bid go to:

CCO: Toby Talbot

Creative Partners: Steve Jackson/Noah Regan

AD: Trong Ronakiat

Writer: Steve Jackson

Art Buyer: Leesa Murray

Designer: Ramon Rodriguez

Head of Integrated Content: Sevda Cemo

Conent Creator: Robert Crispe

Project Director: Libby Hams

Project Manager: Tim Lunken

Digital Producer: Irena / Will Kerr

Studio Manager: Keira Tanko

Production Company: Passion Pictures

Animation Director: John Robertson

EP: Katie Mackin

Producer: Christina Geller

Photographer: Danny Eastwood 

Sound: Nylon Studio

Creative/Sound Engineer: Simon Lister

EP: Karla Henwood

Producer: Emma Hodge