Art community rallies for Ian Tweedy with crowdfunding campaign
Over 100 artists have donated works to support German-born, New York-based painter Ian Tweedy, who was diagnosed with a brain tumor in August 2016 at age 34. The campaign, led by Ilaria Marotta, Andrea Baccin of CURA., and artist Davide Balliano, raised nearly €90,000 through sales and donations. Tweedy underwent surgery on December 7, 2016, in New York, which reduced the tumor mass by 80%. His recovery is expected to be long, with potential motor and sensory impairment affecting 30-40% of motor activity. The crowdfunding on BeArt remains active for 17 more days, aiming to reach €100,000 to support his rehabilitation.
Key facts
- Ian Tweedy is a German-born artist (1982) residing in New York.
- He was diagnosed with a brain tumor in August 2016.
- The campaign Artists for Ian was organized by Ilaria Marotta, Andrea Baccin, and Davide Balliano.
- Over 100 artists donated works, raising nearly €90,000.
- Surgery on December 7, 2016, reduced the tumor by 80%.
- Recovery may involve 30-40% motor impairment.
- Crowdfunding on BeArt platform aims for €100,000.
- 17 days remain in the campaign.
Entities
Artists
- Ian Tweedy
- Davide Balliano
Institutions
- CURA.
- Monitor
- BeArt
- Artribune
Locations
- Germany
- New York
- Rome
- Italy