The Exhibition
Join us for an extraordinary weekend as we unveil The 100 Cleft Portraits Collection; an inspiring exhibition featuring 100 stunning unique portraits of those born with Cleft.
Celebrate Courage: Join Us for the 100 Cleft Portraits Exhibition
Join us for an extraordinary weekend as we unveil The 100 Cleft Portraits Collection—an inspiring exhibition showcasing 100 stunning, unique portraits of individuals born with cleft. This one-of-a-kind event is more than just an exhibition; it’s a heartfelt celebration of resilience, courage, and the beauty of diversity.
This collection is a vision long held by artist and trauma coach Katie Manning, who specializes in cleft care and supports parents raising children with cleft. Inspired by her own daughter, born with a bilateral cleft lip and palate in 2007, Katie’s journey as a mother has deeply informed this project. Together, they have navigated the challenges and joys of life with cleft, asking the question: How do we raise cleft-proud children in this world?
The 100 Cleft Portraits Collection aims to raise awareness about the importance of our interactions with each other, how we educate our children, and the ways we model diversity and inclusivity within our homes. This is our collective responsibility.
What to Expect
Over the course of the weekend, we invite you and your family to partake in a variety of activities designed to educate, inspire, and foster a deeper understanding of facial differences.
Why Attend?
This event offers a wonderful opportunity to make connections, have fun, share stories, and view beautiful portraits of people from around the world who were born with cleft. Together, we can build a more compassionate and understanding world for our children.
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Don’t miss out on this transformative experience.