Prague Artists Respond to Tragedy in Haiti

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Mar 03, 2010, 10:05 ET

Miami Show to benefit relief efforts

MIAMI, March 3 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The City of Prague and Michael School are proud to announce "Prague for Haiti" Show in Miami featuring a collection of 70 limited edition photographs created by exceptional art students responding in support of relief efforts for Haitian children. The fundraising exhibit organized by Michael School and sponsored by the City of Prague will donate all sale proceeds to Doctors without Borders and Partners in Health. The public is invited to the opening reception which will be attended by the photographers and international sponsors on Saturday March 13 from 7 to 10 pm at Edge Zones Art Center . The exhibit continues through March 31. Miami was chosen for the venue given proximity and strong community ties to Haiti.

"Prague for Haiti" is the project of students attending Michael School who, so profoundly affected by the human tragedy unfolding in Haiti, asked "What can we do?" Their response was to take to the streets, cameras loaded, the result an impressive collection of exquisite photographs by a new generation of artists.

"The City of Prague so impressed by the student's commitment and quality of work, have sponsored the exhibit and fundraiser in Miami" said Michael Art School Director Monika Hrubesova. "We are very proud of our students for what they have accomplished as artists and as caring human beings. Please support this important initiative."

The collections of photographs include historical and modern artifacts of Prague showcasing the Old Town, Jewish Ghetto, Prague Castle, Charles Bridge and the King's Way. Cubist architecture, Frank Gery's Dancing House, romantic corners, snow covered streets and snap-shots of locals complete, this memorable perspective.

"Prague for Haiti" Show is the project of inspired Czech students dedicated to contribute towards relief efforts for Haitian children. The fundraising exhibit in Miami featuring framed limited edition photographs of Prague is open to the public from March 13 - 31 10 am to 5 pm or by private appointment at Edge Zones Art Center located in the Wynwood Art district. Michael Art School of Prague, recognized as central Europe's premier academy for the applied arts supported by the City of Prague sponsoring the event, will donate all contributions and sale proceeds to Doctors without Borders and Partners in Health, organizations with an excellent relief record in Haiti. Visitors attending the opening cocktail reception featuring live music will meet with the artists, enjoy the wonderful works addressing old and new themes in an unexpected manner and discover the beauty of Prague.