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ELVIS WEEK 2012: Thanks to All Elvis Fans

Elvis Week 2012 was electrifying; excitement was in the air and everyone seemed to be having a fabulous time. Busy with three consecutive shows,  my son and I  kept the lobby of the Heartbreak Hotel in full swing. Enjoying the time visiting with fans and friends while laughing, reminiscing and eating pizza;  it is the most special part of Elvis Week-“the

INSPIRATION GALLERY

I’m very excited to announce that Inspirational Art Gallery located at Wolfchase Galleria in Memphis  is now representing my artwork. On Saturday, August 11th, owners Tammy and Tommy Ashker will be hosting a reception for me at their gallery showcasing my Elvis artwork. The reception is free and open to the public. August 11th, from 2 – 4:00 PM. 2760 North Germantown Parkway,

Tribute to KITTY WELLS

“You are about to hear a delightfully different Kitty Wells, Kitty Wells…today”.This is the beginning liner notes for the 1971 album, “Pledging My Love” that I had the pleasure of rendering the cover art. When Johnny Wright, Kitty’s husband, called he said they were “going in a different direction for Kitty with this new album” so the cover picture had

The Quest for Great BBQ!

It can never be said that I let distance stand between me and the next great Bar-B-Que. Saturday morning my son James called informing me of the best BBQ just outside of Murfreesboro. I took notice for two reasons; one because it was note worthy enough for a phone call and secondly he is not a BBQ fan. His phone

CONTEST: “WHAT IS ELVIS SAYING?”

ENTER AND WIN A POSTER Contest is now closed: Winner is Brian Jones Picture yourself in the studio with Elvis, between takes, just the two of you and Elvis is speaking. What would he be saying to you? This is the challenge and whoever has the most clever caption for my latest work will receive a free poster of this piece, printed

STEVEN PITMAN: Elvis Presley Tribute Artist

Some time ago, I was contacted by Elvis Tribute Artist, Steven Pitman and asked if he could use my artwork in the booklet of his upcoming  CD titled, “Elvis Piano”. On May 5th, 2012, Steven will release his latest album . This CD includes 14 beautiful Elvis songs and a full color booklet filled with my drawings. Below is a slideshow of the images from the booklet, a YouTube performance from Steven and a