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THE CHAMPION CAMPAIGN<\/p>

Wear the Art.<\/span>Honor the Champion.<\/span>Help Fight PSP.<\/span><\/h1>

Metal sculptor Luis Fern\u00e1ndez, known as Lugufelo, spent his life transforming steel into powerful symbols of strength, movement, and hope. Today, as he faces Progressive Supranuclear Palsy, his sculpture Champion<\/strong> has taken on a deeply personal meaning.
This campaign transforms his artwork into something people can wear\u2014preserving his artistic legacy, supporting him during this new chapter, and helping bring greater awareness to PSP.
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SHOP THE COLLECTION<\/a>DISCOVER HIS STORY<\/a><\/div>
\u201cArt does not disappear when the artist can no longer create. It continues through the people who carry it forward.\u201d<\/strong><\/blockquote>
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ONE PURCHASE. THREE PURPOSES.<\/p>

Art With Meaning Beyond the Object<\/h2><\/div><\/section>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Wear the Art<\/h3>

Own a design inspired by an original Lugufelo sculpture and carry its story into the world.<\/p><\/article>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Support the Artist<\/h3>

Help support Luis and his family as PSP has profoundly affected his ability to continue creating metal sculpture.<\/p><\/article>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Advance the Cause<\/h3>

A clearly stated portion of qualifying merchandise proceeds will be donated to CurePSP.<\/p><\/article>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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FEATURED COLLECTION<\/p>

Sculptures Reimagined as Wearable Art<\/h2><\/div>

Each design begins with an original sculpture and carries part of Lugufelo\u2019s artistic language into a new form.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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THE ARTIST BEHIND THE CHAMPION<\/div>\n \n

Lugufelo\u2019s Story<\/h2>\n \n <\/span>\n\n

Luis Fern\u00e1ndez, known artistically as Lugufelo<\/strong>, is a metal sculptor whose work has transformed stainless steel into powerful expressions of strength, movement, perseverance, and human possibility.
For decades, Luis created monumental sculptures for public spaces, businesses, communities, and private collectors. His work was built not only from metal, but from ideas\u2014each sculpture carrying a story about determination, growth, resilience, and the human experience.
In December 2025, Luis was diagnosed with Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP)<\/strong>, a rare and progressive neurological disease. PSP has significantly affected his vision, movement, and cognitive abilities, making it impossible for him to continue creating sculptures as he once did.
Although Luis can no longer work in his studio, his art, his story, and the meaning behind his work remain very much alive.<\/strong>
One of his most powerful sculptures, Champion<\/strong>, was created to symbolize strength, determination, self-discipline, personal growth, and the people who stand beside us as we work toward our dreams. Today, those same values have taken on a deeply personal meaning.
Every day, Luis faces the challenges of PSP while adapting to a constantly changing reality, surrounded by the love and support of his family and the community that has been touched by his life and his work.
Luis created the Champion. Today, he is the Champion.<\/strong>
Wear the Art. Support the Artist. Help Fight PSP.
Wear the Art<\/strong> was created to transform images of Lugufelo\u2019s original sculptures into apparel, allowing his creativity to continue reaching people even though he can no longer physically create in his studio.
But this campaign is about much more than preserving an artistic legacy.
It is also a call for support.
Living with PSP brings significant and ongoing medical, treatment, therapy, caregiving, and daily-living expenses. As Luis is no longer able to work, funds raised through Wear the Art will help support Luis and his family and help make his increasingly expensive care and treatments more manageable.<\/strong>
At the same time, we want Luis\u2019s journey to help others facing this devastating disease.
A portion of the proceeds will be donated to CurePSP<\/strong>, helping support the organization\u2019s work in PSP awareness, education, family resources, advocacy, and research.
Your Support Has Two Important Purposes
When you purchase Wear the Art apparel or make a donation, you are helping:
Support Lugufelo directly<\/strong> as he faces the financial realities of living with PSP and the growing cost of his care and treatments.
Support CurePSP and the PSP community<\/strong> by helping fund awareness, resources for families, and research toward better treatments and, ultimately, a cure.
Every purchase, every donation, and every person who shares Luis\u2019s story makes a difference.
Wear his art. Carry his story. Support the Champion. Help us fight PSP.<\/strong><\/p>

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A LIFE IN SCULPTURE<\/p>

The Lugufelo Artistic Journey<\/h2>
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1985<\/div>
Early Experimentation<\/div>

Worked with wood, stained glass and ceramic under the menthorship of a friend of his family that was an artist. <\/p><\/article>

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1995<\/div>
The Beginning of His Creative Journey<\/div>

Lugufelo began his artistic journey by creating mobiles with rope and wood. These early pieces reflected his curiosity, imagination, and instinct for transforming simple materials into art with movement and meaning.<\/p><\/article>

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2005<\/div>
A New Medium: Metal<\/div>

In 2005, Lugufelo began creating his first works in metal, marking an important turning point in his artistic journey. This new material allowed him to explore strength, structure, movement, and form in ways that would come to define his sculptural language.<\/p><\/article>

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2012<\/div>
Entering the Public Art World<\/div>

In 2012, Lugufelo began participating in public art commissions, bringing his sculptures into shared spaces where they could engage communities and become part of the surrounding environment.<\/p><\/article>

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2015<\/div>
Joining Private Collections<\/div>

In 2015, Lugufelo\u2019s work began entering private collections, allowing his sculptures to become part of personal spaces and expanding the reach of his artistic legacy.<\/p><\/article>

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2017<\/div>
Opened his Art Studio in Venice FL<\/div>

In 2017, Lugufelo opened his own art studio, creating a dedicated space where he could develop new ideas, refine his techniques, and bring larger sculptural works to life.<\/p><\/article>

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2021<\/div>
Joining the FAPAP Board<\/div>

In 2020, Lugufelo joined the FAPAP Board, contributing his experience, artistic perspective, and commitment to supporting public art and the creative community.<\/p><\/article>

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2025<\/div>
PSP Diagnosis<\/div>

Luis receives a diagnosis of Progressive Supranuclear Palsy, profoundly changing his daily life.<\/p><\/article>

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2026<\/div>
Wear the Art<\/div>

The campaign is launched to preserve his legacy, support the family, and advance PSP awareness.<\/p><\/article><\/div><\/div>

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THE IMPACT OF EVERY PURCHASE<\/div>
50%<\/div>

Planned Donation to CurePSP<\/h3>

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Products Sold<\/div><\/div><\/article>
Artist<\/div>

Support<\/h3>

helping Lugufelo and his family<\/p>

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Campaign Supporters<\/div><\/div><\/article>
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Legacy<\/h3>

preserved through wearable art<\/p>

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Funds Donated<\/div><\/div><\/article>
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Awareness<\/h3>

bringing PSP into more conversations<\/p>

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UNDERSTANDING PSP<\/p>

A Rare Condition That Deserves Greater Awareness<\/h2><\/span>
Progressive Supranuclear Palsy, or PSP, is a rare neurological condition that can affect movement, balance, vision, speech, swallowing, and cognitive function. Greater awareness can help families find information, support, and specialized care sooner.<\/div>
LEARN ABOUT PSP<\/a><\/div><\/div>
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SHORT FILM<\/p>

The Art Continues<\/h2>
A short film about the artist, the work, the diagnosis, and the campaign carrying his legacy forward.<\/div>WATCH THE FULL STORY<\/a><\/div><\/section>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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VOICES FROM THE COMMUNITY<\/p>

\u201cPSP has touched our family. This campaign brings both beauty and purpose to what can feel like an invisible struggle.\u201d<\/blockquote><\/span>

Raquel Moreno<\/p>

PSP Community Member<\/p><\/article>

\u201cWear the Art gives people a meaningful way to preserve Lugufelo\u2019s legacy and begin important conversations about PSP.\u201d<\/blockquote><\/span>

Community Supporter<\/p>

Wear the Art Campaign<\/p><\/article>

\u201cEvery sculpture carries a story. This collection allows those stories to continue reaching people in a new form.\u201d<\/blockquote><\/span>

Art Collector<\/p>

Lugufelo Community<\/p><\/article><\/div>