I have been working with a publisher in New York to have panel three of Ron's "Cargo" triptych included in an upcoming hard cover Scholastic book for elementary students.
The Licensing Agreement has been signed, but I will wait to post specific details about the Author and Publisher until the book is published in 02/07.
Ron is very protective of his artwork and does not agree to license the use of his images without careful consideration. He was very pleased however, to participate in this project. Ron was honored to receive a request from the author to include his work, and looks forward to sharing his artwork with her readers.
The "Cargo" triptych was acquired in 2005 by The King Arts Complex in Columbus, Ohio. They will be recognized in the Photo Credit section of the book. The "Cargo" artwork is the centerpiece of a permanent installation entitled "Cargo: The Middle Passage" which depicts slavery aboard a Cargo ship.
"Cargo: The Middle Passage" was recognized by the Greater Columbus Arts Council in 2006, and the King Arts Complex was the recipient of the GCAC "Artistic Excellence" Award in the amount of $10,000.00. This is a wonderful interactive exhibit, and is well worth the trip. Visit The King Arts Complex web site at www.thekingartscomplex.com for more information, if you would like to experience this powerful and emotional installation.
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