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Wyland's background

From: PGStephens
Date: Sat Jan 29 2000 - 07:56:48 PST

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    One final word about murals?

    At the risk of being chastised about mentioning a "for profit" project that I
    am working on, at present I am writing the text for a set of Take-5 prints
    (Crystal Productions) about murals. One of the muralists who will be
    included in the study print set is Wyland. His Whaling Wall #82, "Ocean
    Life" that covers two sides of downtown Dallas parking garage is the image
    that will be included in the print set.

    Wyland has an interesting personal background that kids with physical
    challenges might find inspiring. As a child, Wyland endured numerous
    surgeries to correct a club foot. He is from a single-parent home and has
    real respect for his mom and brothers. Life was a financial struggle for
    Wyland until he became a professional artist.

    When you see Wyland murals in person you will immediately notice that they
    are airbrush painted (for the most part). Wyland served as an apprentice to
    a van painter prior to seeking a career in fine arts. He also holds a degree
    in sculpture. Most significant to Wyland's work, however, is his dedication
    to protecting the environment, particularly the oceans and the creatures
    living in the oceans. Even if you find fault with his work, you can
    appreciate his desire to bring environmental problems to the attention of the
    public. He intends to paint 100 Whaling Walls before the year 2011.

    Regards from Texas,
    Pam Stephens 

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