Dinotopia Artist/Creator To Present Art Workshop
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"Birthday Pageant,” by James Gurney
STOCKBRIDGE, Mass. — Award-winning fantasy artist and creator of the Dinotopia book series, James Gurney will be holding a rare art workshop at Norman Rockwell Museum on Saturday, March 13, from 1 to 4 p.m.
Inspired by his current book "Imaginative Realism: How to Paint What Doesn't Exist," Mr. Gurney's workshop will explore ways to incorporate detail and imagination into realistic fantasy settings.
The artist will discuss the step-by-step techniques that have earned him worldwide critical acclaim, followed by a hands-on art making workshop for all ages; a book-signing with the artist will follow. Admission to the event is free with regular museum admission.
About James Gurney
James Gurney is the best-selling author and illustrator of the Dinotopia book series. He has worked on assignment as a National Geographic artist, and illustrated seventeen United States postage stamps and numerous book covers. Gurney is the recipient of many prestigious honors, including seven Chesley Awards from the Association of Fantasy Artists, two Hugo Awards from the World Science Fiction Convention, and Best of Show from the Art Director's Club.
Gurney's art currently appears in museum exhibitions around the world, including the Norman Rockwell Museum traveling exhibition "Dinotopia: The Fantastical Art of James Gurney," on view at The Delaware Art Museum through May 16, 2010. His most recent book "Imaginative Realism: How to Paint What Doesn't Exist" shows artists the time-tested methods used by artists since the Renaissance to bring their dreams into reality. Visit the artist’s Web site at jamesgurney.com.
