Imagine a boy standing in the heart of a vast forest. The trees stretch endlessly, their shadows flickering like whispers across the ground. The air is thick with the kind of silence that feels alive, punctuated only by the occasional rustle of leaves. And there, in the middle of it all, this boy does something extraordinary in its ordinariness: he brushes his teeth.
It’s such a small, everyday act—mundane, almost—but in that setting, it becomes something else entirely. It becomes a declaration. A refusal to let the wilderness consume him. A way of saying, “I am here, and I will hold onto who I am, no matter what.”
This moment is the heart of Everywherism. When I painted it, I wanted to capture the quiet defiance of that boy—someone who, despite being surrounded by uncertainty, clings to his principles, his routines, his sense of self. It’s a reminder that strength doesn’t always roar; sometimes, it’s as simple as brushing your teeth in the wild.
Now, this painting is part of something even bigger. I’ve donated Everywherism to Together We Art, a charity auction that raises funds for Life Project 4 Youth (LP4Y). This incredible organization works with young adults living in extreme poverty, helping them find the courage to stand firm in their own lives, even when the world around them feels unsteady.
Life Project 4 Youth: Turning Challenges into Opportunities
LP4Y isn’t about quick fixes or temporary solutions. They work hand-in-hand with young adults who have been pushed to the edges of society, helping them reclaim their futures. Through training, mentorship, and personalized support, they create pathways to employment and independence.
But LP4Y doesn’t just provide opportunities—it offers dignity. It teaches young people that their circumstances don’t define them, that they have the strength to hold on to who they are, even when life feels like an endless forest.
Why Everywherism Matters Here
When I think of the boy in Everywherism, I think of the young adults LP4Y serves. Both face challenges that could easily overwhelm them. Both are surrounded by uncertainty. But they refuse to be lost in it.
This painting is about resilience. It’s about choosing to hold on, no matter the chaos around you. And that’s why I felt compelled to donate it to this cause. If it can help raise funds for LP4Y’s work, then it becomes more than art—it becomes a small but vital part of something transformative.
How You Can Be Part of This Story
The Together We Art auction is your chance to support LP4Y’s mission while also bringing home a piece of art that represents strength and resolve. By bidding on Everywherism or any of the other works in the auction, you’re contributing to a project that changes lives in tangible, lasting ways.
You can find Everywherism here:
Together We Art Auction – Everywherism.
Even if you’re unable to bid, you can still help. Learn more about LP4Y’s work, share their story, or consider making a donation. Every small action counts because this is about more than art—it’s about standing firm for what matters most.
Just like that boy in the forest, brushing his teeth against all odds.