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A global art project for peace

Inspired by the belief that art is a powerful communicator and intimately entwined with the human condition, Peace in 10,000 Hands is a global initiative to photograph an ancient symbol of peace in the hands of 10,000 people from every country on the planet with the intent to create a visual provocation through contemporary artwork to invigorate the global conversation for peace.

Impact Initiative

We aim to raise $100M to support charities, foundations and projects around the world dedicated to fostering peace through youth education, safety and climate action.

“I believe art has the power to break down human barriers and create change.

Art moves effortlessly across borders, speaks profoundly to the heart of humans, and sparks emotion and inspiration in every one.”

Stu Robertson | Founder, Peace in 10,000 Hands

The Artworks

The Print Collection

Endorsements

To date, Robertson has travelled over 50 countries capturing portraits and garnering the support of world leaders, iconic figures and global thought leaders from Noble Peace Laureates to Hollywood celebrities.

Offering Their Hand

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern, Serena Williams, His Holiness The Dalai Lama, Archbishop Desmond Tutu, President F. W. de Klerk (Nobel Peace Laureates), Sir Ringo Starr, Rick Gervais, Demi Moore, Sam Neill, Seal, Brooke Shields, Danny DeVito, Emily Blunt, Richard Lewis, Willie Apiata (Victoria Cross), Darryl Hannah, Paul Sorvino, Obba Babatunde, Esai Morales, Lady J Gerard, Richard SimmonsDame Valerie Adams, Sir Jerry Mateparae, Her Excellency Dame Patsy Redding, Sir Richard Hadlee, Sir John Kirwan, Sir Stephen Tindall, Sir Tony Robinson, Lucy Lawless, Paul Oakenfold, Zedd, Tiesto, David Lynch, Nikki SixxNick Ut (Pulitzer Prize Winner), Peter Hilary, Irvin Mayfield and many more…

”I continue to find the images in Robertson’s Peace in 10,000 Hands project emotionally moving; some profoundly so. These works seem to cut straight to the heart of what it means to be human and gently resonate it back to our own reality.”

Mark Hutchins-Pond | Contemporary Art Curator, Pātaka Art + Museum 

Stu.art Robertson

Stu.art Robertson (Stu) is an award-winning photographer, filmmaker and producer from New Zealand. Robertson started his career as an entertainer on TVNZ and on stage as a pickpocket, magician and comedian. His love for photography started at an early age shooting landscapes and portraits of local people. As his abilities grew, he began to explore ways to incorporate other media and messages into his work. When he happened across white rose in a shop, an idea sparked and he found the posing of holding the white rose in two open hands to have powerful symbolism, the gesture being instantly recognizable and universal. Others began asking to pose with the rose and before he knew it, the Peace Project was born.

Robertson has been award numerous honors and was commissioned by the Auckland War Memorial Museum to create a film for International Day of Peace. His work can be seen in galleries around the world.

How To Get Involved

  • Collect Art

    A meld of photography, sculpture, film, cast glass sculpture, neon, lightboxes, and stone & metal fabrication to create stunning large scale artworks that speak profoundly of the human condition.

  • Amplify Reach

    Help us amplify the conversation for Peace. Keynote, press and media collaboration opportunities. View press coverage, and watch the TedX Talk and 60 Minutes Special.

  • Partner With Us

    Inspiring Peace through collaboration. Commercial & private commissions, artists collaboration, brand & merchandise, corporate, charity, and art sales partnerships available.

Gallery & Exhibition Shows

Wine. Dine. Art.

Visit our permanent gallery in Auckland, New Zealand, attend an exhibition show, sponsor a charity Peace event, or host your next event at one of our galleries.

Get in touch

For artwork inquiries, gallery, media or partnership opportunities, or for any other reason you may wish to connect please complete the contact form and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

Thank you for your interest in The Peace Project.

Peace and thanks,

Stu & Team