December 3, 2025 | 8:00am
MANILA, Philippines — Actress and fashion influencer Heart Evangelista recently shared her skills in drawing in a workshop for children with thalassemia.
The art workshop was held during GMA Network’s “heArt Gap Gives Back” event in partnership with Little Ark Foundation.
“My journey with thalassemia patients started when I was 21, and they have held a special place in my life ever since,” she wrote on Instagram.
Heart said that she painted “a little piece” of her soul during the workshop, which was auctioned at the Noel Bazaar last weekend.
“A little art with a lot of meaning… most especially a reminder of why we create in the first place,” she added.
The Little Ark Foundation aims to provide holistic support to children with critical illnesses, such as cancer and thalassemia and their families. Thalassemia is a type of blood disorder.
It also aims to address the medical, emotional, and spiritual needs of young patients through a community of love, faith, and hope.
Heart has long demonstrated her talent in painting and her passion for art.
In fact, Heart’s first solo art exhibit was held at the Ayala Museum, Makati City, in 2014. It was titled, “I am Love Marie: The Art and Works of Love Marie Ongoauco.” This was followed in 2015 at the Chan Hampe Galleries in Singapore.
Aside from paintings on canvas, Heart’s art pieces include painted designer handbags, clothing, and other items for local and international clients.
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