An Evening with OvidiuRo
Earlier this month, I had the pleasure of photographing my first private fundraiser for the OvidiuRo Association. Held in NYC's historical Greenwich Village in the home of New York Times bestselling author Andrew Solomon, the fundraiser was a smash hit for the Association.
OvidiuRo seeks to provide crucial early education for every Romanian child. Foundresses Leslie Hawke and Prof. Maria Gheorghiu operate under the philosophy that "Early education has the highest return on your investment against any other means of combating poverty." It is the Association's hope that OviduRo will transform early education in public policy, as an educated workforce is vital to the economic future of Romania.
Foundress Leslie Hawke's son, actor Ethan Hawke (pictured above with author Andrew Solomon), hosted the evening's events, which included a riveting classical piano performance, a mock talk show, a brief history of the Association, and a moving interview with Andrew Solomon on life, willpower, family, and the solidarity of humanity that can be found in the darkest times.
What a wonderful evening to be a part of!
To learn more about the OvidiuRo Association or find out how you can help, please click here.
Read about Andrew Solomon's latest book, Far From The Tree, here.
Check out Ethan Hawke's latest film, Before Midnight, here.
And a huge thank you to Shea Roggio, my mentor and incredible photographer who is providing me with the most exciting opportunities this summer! Check out his amazing work for OvidiuRo, weddings and more here.
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