BLOG RELEASE: Saturday, September 24, 2011 - 10:17 AM CST
There’s no one I respect and admire more than those who write - an Art that pertains and encompasses all that we ‘adhere’ to in whatever chosen Field we happen to be in and in whatever Passion we follow. Writers & Authors are the Folks who grab my undivided Attention, first and foremost. And, for a very simple Reason. I write too. Writing seems to be ‘in our blood.’ When I think about it, I can’t think of anyone who doesn’t write. Thinking + Writing go hand-in-hand (no pun really intended there).
Granted, there are societies who sadly are not 'as privileged' as we are - who haven’t figured out their ABC’s, but for the vast majority of Earthlings here, Writing is Second Nature to us. It’s #1 on my Hit List for decades now! And for that lengthy multi-word opener, I wish to begin by telling you about
DONALD G. EVANS’ Concept called:
THE CHICAGO LITERARY HALL OF FAME
that will be holding Two (2) Momumental Events slated for October 12 and November 15, 2011.
THE CELEBRITY AUCTION & COCKTAIL PARTY is highlighted by the Appearance & Presence of JANET DAVIES, the Emmy Award-Winning Entertainment & Feature Reporter of ABC Channel 7. Meeting at the awesome Cliff Dwellers Club, this hot spot has been the Setting for countless Art related Parties since its Inception in 1907, over 100 years ago. Just imagine all those Personalities who stared out of its Windows and found Inspiration from the 'Sighs & Sights' of our very own Chicago, Illinois! That's a figure that certainly boggles one's mind, if left to its own vices, advices and devices, which is what Writing is all about. Tickets (priced at the moderate Price of $20 a Piece for this mesmerizing Event) may be purchased at:
http://clhofauction.com/eventbrite.com.
Mark your Calendar for October 12, 2011 from 5:30-8 PM.
BY THE WAY: We (i.e.: Donald & his Staff of Coordinators for the 2ND Chicago Literary Hall of Fame) are still collecting Memorabilia for the Celebrity Auction on Wednesday, October 12. In case you would like to make a Contribution that Generosity would be most appreciated.
Later, on Tuesday, November 15, 2011 (from 6-8 PM CST), The Inductee’s Ceremony is emcee’d by RICK KOGAN of The Chicago Tribune, an Author/Journalist whose Credentials read like a Who’s Who in Writing, as he followed in his Dad’s steps. By the way, while researching Mr. Kogan’s illustrious Career, I found that: “His parents named him Rick and not Richard as a Tribute to Riccardo's, a legendary Chicago restaurant and watering hole that now is known as Stefani's.” Thank you, Wikipedia for the little Jewels & Gems that yield those tidbits & tidbytes we Writers & subsequently, Readers need to know when composing a Page in the best way possible.
As Emcee at the CINDY PRITZER AUDITORIUM located in the Lower Level of the Harold Washington Library, RICK will be hosting The Show whose Inductees include: Cyrus Colter, Theodore Dreiser, Harriet Monroe, Mike Royko, Carl Sandburg & Ida B. Wells.
OK, I’m not exactly thrilled that only 2 of the 6 (or one-third) Inductees are Women, but I admire the mere Idea of what an Institution of this Stature means to Chicago, as a great Cultural Center that millions call ‘Home’and millions visit annually. This is what stands out in my mind for Writers at all levels of Achievement, Age & Agelessness.
To me, as a ‘Natural Born Writer’ since I learned the Alphabet circa 1957, THE CHICAGO LITERARY HALL OF FAME is the most exciting Literary Concept to emerge in Decades, anywhere.
Part of that Reason is because the CLHoF emanates, includes and highlights Chicago;
Part of that Reason is that the CLHoF deals with Writing;
Part of that Reason is that Writing is the Basis of Civilization & Communication;
Part of that Reason is that every Man, Woman & Child has a Story-to-tell that can be put into Words so that they, too, someday can be immortalized into a Hall of Fame (wherever they call ‘Home’) -- perhaps THE CHICAGO LITERARY HALL OF FAME that was created and advanced by the Skill, Imagination & Fortitude of DONALD G. EVANS. Because I created Cartoonists Against Crime ©1991, the International Comic Art Crusade of the 1990s that intersected Art with Words, I can instantly and instinctively see the Positive Effects and Goodwill of THE CHICAGO LITERARY HALL OF FAME.
For those Reasons and a few of your own that can be drawn, I don’t want you to miss these Two Events – History Makers as they very well may become, if you ‘ASK’ me.
Please visit: http://www.chicagoliteraryhof.org/ for more Detail and Insights.
AND IF I MAY ADD &/OR SUGGEST: As a Writer/Author-in-The-Know, you may wish to attend these Events and encourage your Associates to also attend, network and support our Cause.
CONTACT INFO:
For any and all pertinent Questions, please feel free to contact our Executive Director & Creator: DONALD G. EVANS at:
donaldgevans(at)Hotmail(dot)com
IN CLOSING: On behalf of THE CHICAGO LITERARY HALL OF FAME, thank you for your Time & Attention devoted to my word-filled Notice here. Enjoying ‘the Power of the Written Word’ as we both most certainly do, I hope to meet you at the above Events.
Sincerely,
ASK: Adrienne Sioux Koopersmith
Screenwriter – Author – Eventologist
STUDIO 1437
Chicago, IL USA
askoopersmith(at)Hotmail(dot)com
http://adriennesiouxkoopersmith.blogspot.com/
Twitter.com/ASK_KOOPERSMITH
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Saturday, September 24, 2011
Friday, August 29, 2008
ART NEWS FLASH: Thompson's 'OBAMA' Dreams Can Come True...
DateLine: Friday, August 29, 2008 - 11:32 AM
Chicago, IL USA. The incredibly hand-drawn and painted Portrait of Barack Obama is now readying itself FOR SALE by its Artist, the world renown Artist, Lowell Thompson, it was recently learned today here at Koopersmith's Global Communications.
"The Portrait is not for Sale at this exact Moment, but with the Election nearing and History being made," explains its Artist, "I am seriously entertaining the Idea of allowing The Obama Portrait (called: 'OBAMA' Dreams Can Come True...) to be purchased for the express Reason that others should enjoy its Technique and feel The Change that is most definitely in the Air."
With a long and colorful History of Art Advertising, Publishing, Entrepreneurship and Politics on his Side, the Creativity of Mr. Thompson, a native and long time 'Son' of Chicago is happy to now entertain The Idea of 'releasing' (t)his Portrait of the Democratic Party's Nominee,
Barack Obama for The Presidency
on the Morning of Mr. Obama's Nomination.
The Talents of Lowell go far beyond his Paint Brushes & Palettes as his Collectors, Galleries, Friends and Fellow Artists see him as a Leader in The Art World who just doesn't stop. Thompson was the first Black Creative Director of a major U.S. Advertising Firm to receive an Addy Award, the highest in that Industry. Within the last two weeks, Lowell has been approached by several Schools (in the corporate Limits of Chicago) asking him to 'come in' and show the Students his Artistic Techniques.
THE ARTISTIC TOUCH: There's no better time than 'The Present' to let this Portrait entertain, motivate and capture The Hearts & Minds(et) of those both near and afar. With America being in The Spotlight for this monumental Election, the Art created circulating at this Time (in History) will become the 'New Collectible.' Thompson's 'OBAMA' Dreams Can Come True...(as it is entitled) is at the Top of that Group.
The Portrait which was created (in 2008) is of a new Style that Thompson has instigated. Thousands of People have seen and marveled at The Original; many rubbing their Heads in sheer disbelief at the fine and minute Detail which outlines every year of The Senator's Life. The Profile literally takes (on average) 20 minutes to peruse. The Conversation that follows is encyclopedic.
A tireless self-promoter who totally loves meeting his Fanfare and talking to 'The People,' Lowell could quite likely be a Politician himself by the way he affectionately speaks about The Detail in this Work (as well as other Masters) he has produced the last 45 years. He beams when 'The Thompson Obama' is mentioned. And mentioned ALOT, it is here in Chicago, the Hometown of Barack himself.
As of mid-June, Lowell was featured in the exclusive Sunday Magazine Section of The Chicago Tribune for another Project he was concerned with, which was written by Literary Great, Rick Kogan of 'Sidewalks' Acclaim.
WHAT THE PEOPLE SAY - HOW THE PEOPLE FEEL:
Some of Lowell's Supporters feel The Obama Portrait should be in The Louvre next to da Vinci's Mona Lisa as its Statement is so profound. Many Locals object with that opinion and want the Painting to 'stay local.' They feel that the DuSable Museum should open a Wing in Lowell's Honor to herald and display The Works of outstanding Black Americans. Others feel that The Thompson Obama Portrait should be ON TOUR, much like King Tut was and other comparables. However, Mr. Thompson is contemplating The Sale of this incredible Portrait to the right Collector -- whether it is for Visual Usage at an Institution or to a Private Collector who admires the Intensity, Showmanship and Integrity that not only Stands for a Man and his Principles, but for The Art that joins all Men together at this most Pivotal Time in World History and Politics.
CONTACT INFO: IF you are or IF you know someone interested in Purchasing Lowell Thompson's Obama Portrait, he may be contacted at:
lowellt(at)hotmail(dot)com
When speaking to Mr. Thompson, please note that you saw THE NEWS OF OBAMA's Dreams Can Come True Portrait...IMINENT SALE in Koopersmithin' on Friday, August 29, 2008 as your Referral.
FOR MEMBERS OF THE MEDIA: For those in The Media who wish to interview Mr. Thompson at this especially ripe Time about The Effect Art makes on The Preservation of American History, Lowell may be reached (once again) at the above Email Address or contact me below for his Personal Phone Number.
Written & Promoted by:
ASK: Adrienne Sioux Koopersmith
Koopersmith's Global Communications
"People read what Adrienne writes about..."
Chicago, IL USA
askoopersmith@hotmail.com
Chicago, IL USA. The incredibly hand-drawn and painted Portrait of Barack Obama is now readying itself FOR SALE by its Artist, the world renown Artist, Lowell Thompson, it was recently learned today here at Koopersmith's Global Communications.
"The Portrait is not for Sale at this exact Moment, but with the Election nearing and History being made," explains its Artist, "I am seriously entertaining the Idea of allowing The Obama Portrait (called: 'OBAMA' Dreams Can Come True...) to be purchased for the express Reason that others should enjoy its Technique and feel The Change that is most definitely in the Air."
With a long and colorful History of Art Advertising, Publishing, Entrepreneurship and Politics on his Side, the Creativity of Mr. Thompson, a native and long time 'Son' of Chicago is happy to now entertain The Idea of 'releasing' (t)his Portrait of the Democratic Party's Nominee,
Barack Obama for The Presidency
on the Morning of Mr. Obama's Nomination.
The Talents of Lowell go far beyond his Paint Brushes & Palettes as his Collectors, Galleries, Friends and Fellow Artists see him as a Leader in The Art World who just doesn't stop. Thompson was the first Black Creative Director of a major U.S. Advertising Firm to receive an Addy Award, the highest in that Industry. Within the last two weeks, Lowell has been approached by several Schools (in the corporate Limits of Chicago) asking him to 'come in' and show the Students his Artistic Techniques.
THE ARTISTIC TOUCH: There's no better time than 'The Present' to let this Portrait entertain, motivate and capture The Hearts & Minds(et) of those both near and afar. With America being in The Spotlight for this monumental Election, the Art created circulating at this Time (in History) will become the 'New Collectible.' Thompson's 'OBAMA' Dreams Can Come True...(as it is entitled) is at the Top of that Group.
The Portrait which was created (in 2008) is of a new Style that Thompson has instigated. Thousands of People have seen and marveled at The Original; many rubbing their Heads in sheer disbelief at the fine and minute Detail which outlines every year of The Senator's Life. The Profile literally takes (on average) 20 minutes to peruse. The Conversation that follows is encyclopedic.
A tireless self-promoter who totally loves meeting his Fanfare and talking to 'The People,' Lowell could quite likely be a Politician himself by the way he affectionately speaks about The Detail in this Work (as well as other Masters) he has produced the last 45 years. He beams when 'The Thompson Obama' is mentioned. And mentioned ALOT, it is here in Chicago, the Hometown of Barack himself.
As of mid-June, Lowell was featured in the exclusive Sunday Magazine Section of The Chicago Tribune for another Project he was concerned with, which was written by Literary Great, Rick Kogan of 'Sidewalks' Acclaim.
WHAT THE PEOPLE SAY - HOW THE PEOPLE FEEL:
Some of Lowell's Supporters feel The Obama Portrait should be in The Louvre next to da Vinci's Mona Lisa as its Statement is so profound. Many Locals object with that opinion and want the Painting to 'stay local.' They feel that the DuSable Museum should open a Wing in Lowell's Honor to herald and display The Works of outstanding Black Americans. Others feel that The Thompson Obama Portrait should be ON TOUR, much like King Tut was and other comparables. However, Mr. Thompson is contemplating The Sale of this incredible Portrait to the right Collector -- whether it is for Visual Usage at an Institution or to a Private Collector who admires the Intensity, Showmanship and Integrity that not only Stands for a Man and his Principles, but for The Art that joins all Men together at this most Pivotal Time in World History and Politics.
CONTACT INFO: IF you are or IF you know someone interested in Purchasing Lowell Thompson's Obama Portrait, he may be contacted at:
lowellt(at)hotmail(dot)com
When speaking to Mr. Thompson, please note that you saw THE NEWS OF OBAMA's Dreams Can Come True Portrait...IMINENT SALE in Koopersmithin' on Friday, August 29, 2008 as your Referral.
FOR MEMBERS OF THE MEDIA: For those in The Media who wish to interview Mr. Thompson at this especially ripe Time about The Effect Art makes on The Preservation of American History, Lowell may be reached (once again) at the above Email Address or contact me below for his Personal Phone Number.
Written & Promoted by:
ASK: Adrienne Sioux Koopersmith
Koopersmith's Global Communications
"People read what Adrienne writes about..."
Chicago, IL USA
askoopersmith@hotmail.com
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