OUR STORY
The WE HEAL PROJECT[S] is a movement inspired by the outcry of our nation during a time of unprecedented crisis with the outbreak of Covid-19, social inequality, political unrest, and devastating climate change
Through tough and dark times there is always a creation of something new
Produced by artistic visionaries Ponti Lambros and Boris Burdikin, WE HEAL PROJECT[S] serves a a multi-disciplinary creative platform that harnesses the power of HEALING through ART + CREATIVE EXPRESSION
Inspired by the iconic logo that Milton Glaser created back in 1976 to help New York regain their faith, Ponti Lambros has created a new iconic logo called the "HEALING HEART" to symbolize love , unity and healing for 2020 and beyond
WE believe that ART and CREATIVITY represent the biggest opportunity to improve MENTAL WELLNESS and HEALING in our current time
Our mission is to disrupt the ART+RETAIL space by creating thoughtful socially relevant art installations, experiential activations, collaborations and wellness inspired product collections
WE believe in creating ART WITH PURPOSE
PONTI LAMBROS
Ponti Lambros spent 10 years in London as an investment banker focused on the entertainment and media sector. Inspired by all of his creative clients he took a leap of faith and shifted his focus on his love of music and the arts. In London he helped create the world’s largest HipHop Photographic exhibition, and assisted in producing a coffee table book and documentary called “Hip Hop Immortals.”
After relocating back to his hometown of LA, Ponti focused on producing his own artwork and took part in solo and joint gallery exhibitions that were highly successful. This resulted in a vast amount of A list, institutional, and private collectors to support and collect his work. A large collection of Ponti’s work can be seen on the Lee Daniels hit series “ Empire”.
In 2008 Ponti founded Art Rebel, an art studio with the primary focus of allowing people of all ages to reconnect with their creative self. Art Rebel has provided over 10,000 students art programming opportunities, events,and supplies throughout the greater LA area. Ponti has been recognized by the city of LA for his creative services he has provided the community.
Continuing that commitment, Lambros also sits on the Board of Directors for the Sherman Oaks Chamber Foundation. A non-profit foundation
providing local artists the opportunity to display their artwork on utility boxes in the Sherman Oaks area.
Once the pandemic hit and Art Rebel had to shut down, Ponti challenged himself as an artist and focused his attention on creating an iconic
symbol for his beloved city of LA, “The Healing Heart”. Now all of his time is focused as co- founder of WE HEAL PROJECT[S] to raise a global awareness of the healing qualities that the arts and creativity can play to improve mental health during today’s challenging times.
BORIS BURDIKIN
Boris Burdikin is an established Creative
Director and Product Designer based in Los Angeles. For 20+ years Boris has been consistent in making his design mark at many of the top fashion, sport, and lifestyle brands.
Originally hailing from New York City, Boris spent the early part of his career sharpening his design skillset at iconic rival sport brands Puma and Adidas.
Based in the Adidas International Design Studio NYC and under the direction of industry icon Peter Moore, Boris would assume a Senior Apparel Design role for special projects including the very first collections for Adidas Originals as well as for Adidas Global Basketball.
During his tenure at Adidas Boris would have the opportunity to work with basketball legend Kobe Bryant and design his signature apparel
collection. The Kobe Collection was a premium sport lifestyle apparel range utilizing luxury materials and trims and was a pre-cursor to the
future Y-3 collections.
Continuing his creative journey in New York City Boris would assume Design Director positions with Liz Claiborne, Phat Fashions, Pony,
Li & Fung, Sean John , and New Era Cap.
As a Design Consultant now based in Los Angeles, Boris continues to maintain a high level of vision and execution. His more recent creative collaborations with Alpha Industries, Starter, Barneys New York, and Beyond The Streets represent a cross section of marquee brands that Boris has left his creative fingerprints on.
Boris’ involvement as co-founder of WE HEAL PROJECT[S] speaks to his ethos for creating with love, passion, and purpose. It’s a purpose and role that is far bigger than all of his achievements. A role that he has been training for his entire life.
The "HEALING HEART" is a symbol for a moment in time that has challenged our entire global community. It is the anchor for all of our art and messaging.
Proceeds from our art and product sales directly fund the production of the HEALING HEART ART KITS. Throughout the year we produce and donate ART KITS to schools and organizations that serve those most in need in our local underprivileged communities