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Future Forest bag illustration

Future Forest is an art-led reforestation project that aims to help the Yangil tribe in Zambales, Philippines sustain their reforestation initiatives. The project is a partnership between MAD Travel, a social enterprise that focuses on social tourism, Works of Heart, a social impact design studio, a group of Manila-based artists, and Gouache, a company that specializes in waxed canvas bags and similar goods. The project goes beyond just fundraising and involves creatives in understanding the dreams of the community. The project hopes to make a small but meaningful contribution to the reforestation project, one that is within their means but also fully aligned with what the community specifically needs.

As one of the partner artists in the project, we were tasked to create art pieces that would raise awareness and support for the reforestation efforts in Yangil Village, Zambales, Philippines. The art pieces were intended to be sold to raise funds for the community's seedling nursery, which would help sustain the reforestation initiatives in the area. We were given creative freedom to explore their own styles and mediums, but the theme of the artwork had to be centered on the environment, specifically on the importance of reforestation and sustainable living. The goal was not only to raise funds, but also to spark conversations and inspire action towards a more livable environment for everyone.

Check out my interview with Fest Pop in anticipation for Future Forest festival in Fredericton, New Brunswick - July 27 - 30, 2019!

July 26 - 29, 2019 Future Forest 2019 - Fredericton, NB

SO pumped to be back in my happy place - Future Forest! This has been the highlight of my last 2 summers - can’t wait to be back again!  I play on Thursday night. This year’s lineup is the BEST one yet!  LOVE THIS FESTIVAL SO MUCH! The people, the vibes, the music, the art, the dancing, the stages, the sound - it is all ON POINT!