NASHVILLE – Famous 3-D Pop Artist Charles Fazzino has been commissioned by the Country Music Association to create official artwork commemorating “The 39th Annual CMA Awards” to be held Tuesday, Nov. 15 at Madison Square Garden in New York City.
“This one-time move out of Nashville and into the heart of the media and marketing capital of the world presented a terrific opportunity to work with a noted New York based artist to create something that would be unique to the event, incorporate Country Music and still capture the heartbeat of this exciting city,” said CMA Executive Director Ed Benson. “Charles’ enthusiasm for the project and world-wide reputation made him an obvious choice, and we are delighted to be working with him and his talented team.”
Fazzino’s 2005 CMA Awards artwork will grace the cover of the official CMA Awards Program Book and be adapted into an official limited edition 3-D Art Print and Open Edition Poster.
“I am proud to have been selected by the Country Music Association to commemorate this incredible music spectacular,” Fazzino said from his New York studio. “I am a big fan of Country Music and I’m so happy that the Association is bringing their premier event to my hometown this year. It’s truly a thrill and I hope that my image will succeed in weaving the essence of Country Music throughout the fabric that makes up the great city of New York.”
In addition to the cover of the 2005 CMA Awards Program Book, Fazzino’s CMA Awards artwork will be available on posters, 3-D art prints and more – including signed and numbered, limited edition pieces that are available to preorder online by visiting www.CMAawards.com. Check the site often for updates on the art program including appearances by Fazzino at CMA Awards events.
