NASHVILLE, TN (Country
Music Association) - Famous 3-D Pop Artist Charles Fazzino returns in 2006 to create the official artwork commemorating "The 40th Annual CMA Awards," to be held Monday, Nov. 6 at the Gaylord Entertainment Center in Nashville.
"Charles did an exceptional job capturing the excitement and energy of the Awards in New York City last year, and it will be exciting to see how he adapts his vision now that we are home for the 40th Anniversary," said Tammy Genovese, CMA Chief Operating Officer. "Music is the heartbeat of Nashville and we are thrilled to have a noted artist like Charles creating something unique for this prestigious event."
Fazzino's 2006 CMA Awards artwork will grace the cover of the official CMA Awards Program Book and be adapted into an official limited edition 3-D Giclee Fine Art Print and Open Edition Fine Art Poster. Additional artwork created by Fazzino will be featured on the 2006 CMA Awards collectors' ticket and Awards T-shirt.
"I was so thrilled and honored to have been asked by the Country Music Association to create the artwork for the CMA Awards for the second year in a row," stated Fazzino from his New York-based studio. "Both years have extra special significance as huge milestones for the CMA and I am so excited to be a part of it all! Last year was the first time ever the Awards were brought to New York and being a NY-based artist who loves Country Music, it held special meaning for me. This year marks the 40th Anniversary of the CMA Awards and so I get to commemorate not just the event, but the special anniversary as well. I look forward to capturing the spirit and excitement of the entire event this year and spending some quality time in Country Music's hometown - Nashville!"
"Charles' enthusiasm for Country Music and the CMA Awards, his involvement in our many events and activities in New York, his world-wide reputation, and his professional and talented team make him an ideal partner for this project," Genovese said.
Fazzino is the most popular 3-D Pop Artist in the world today. He is the creator of 3-D limited edition fine art serigraphs. He is best known for detailed renderings of New York City's most famous streets and attractions, his obsession with bold colors and his unique, hand-assembled layering technique that virtually brings his images to life.
In addition to the cover of the 2006 CMA Awards Program Book, Fazzino's CMA Awards artwork will be available on Open Edition Fine Art Posters, 3-D Giclee Fine Art Prints and more - including signed and numbered, limited edition pieces that are available to preorder online by visiting https://www.CMAawards.com. Check the site often for updates on the art program including appearances by Fazzino at CMA Awards events.
With more than 600 galleries in more than 15 countries exhibiting his work, his artwork has been added to many prestigious private collections, including those of President George H.W. Bush, President Bill Clinton, Katie Couric, Morgan Freeman and Rosie O'Donnell. He has also created specially commissioned tributes to many famous icons including Marilyn Monroe and James Dean, as well as the characters of Walt Disney and Warner Bros. Studios. One of the most in-demand artists in the world, Fazzino has been the official artist for the Indianapolis 500 (2004); Super Bowl (2001-2007); Major League Baseball All-Star Game (2003-2005); U.S. Olympic Teams (2000-2008); U.S. Tennis Foundation; CMA Awards (2005, 2006); GRAMMY Awards (2004); Daytime Emmy Awards (2006); The Belmont Stakes Triple Crown Race (2005, 2006); NBC's "Today Show" Summer Concert Series; Rosie O'Donnell's For All Kids Foundation; and the President William J. Clinton Presidential Foundation. For additional information about Charles Fazzino and to view his artwork, visit https://www.fazzino.com.
Fazzino's 2005 CMA Awards artwork, including the original painting, is also available to purchase. Items include: 18" x 24" Fine Art Poster - $15 unsigned, $25 signed by Fazzino; $695 - 3-D, 250 Limited Edition Giclee Fine Art Print, full-sized, unframed, signed by Fazzino and numbered; $165 - 3-D, Open Edition Giclee Fine Art Print, mini-sized, with frame painted and signed by Fazzino; $19.98 - 160-page 2005 CMA Awards Program Book featuring Fazzino's artwork on the cover; and $20,000 - original painting (prices do not include tax, shipping and handling). Visit https://www.CMAawards.com to download an order form or call CMA at (615) 244-2840 to place your order.
"The 40th Annual CMA Awards" will be broadcast live on the ABC Television Network Monday, Nov. 6 (8:00-11:00 PM/ET) from the Gaylord Entertainment Center in Nashville.
"The 40th Annual CMA Awards" is a production of the Country Music Association. Walter C. Miller is the Executive Producer; Robert Deaton is the Consulting Producer. Premiere Radio Networks is the official radio packager of the CMA Awards, including a stereo-radio simulcast of the gala event. American Airlines is the official airline of the 2006 CMA Awards. Chevy, an American Revolution, is the official ride of the 2006 CMA Awards. Additional promotional partners include aolmusic.com, Greased Lightning Cleaning Products, Hallmark Cards.
