Legendary Animation Artist Set for Art Exhibit....

RuffRyders · Post by **RuffRyders** » Sat Dec 04, 2004 12:40 am

[b]Legendary Animation Artist Set for Art Exhibit at TheDeepArchives Animation/Fine Art Gallery in New York and New Jersey[/b]

New York City; December 1, 2004 -- TheDeepArchives Animation/Fine Art Gallery kicks off the holiday season with a Special Exhibit featuring the artwork of legendary New York animator and designer, Don Duga, on Saturday, December 11, 2004.

The holidays just wouldn't be the same without Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer, Frosty the Snowman, and who could forget that bickering duo of the Heat Miser and his chilly brother Snow Miser. Come down and meet the man responsible for bringing these Characters to life. Don Duga's Rankin/Bass credits also include, Santa Claus is Coming to Town, The Little Drummer Boy, The Year Without a Santa Claus, and Mad Monster Party.

In addition to his work on Holiday specials, Don Duga is also well know for his work in the Commercial industry, where he designed such Animated Characters, TWINKIE THE KID, KING DING DONG, CAPTAIN CUP CAKE, and FRUIT PIE THE MAGICIAN.

Don's film work can be seen on such Children's programming as SESAME STREET, THREE TWO ONE CONTACT, READING RAINBOW, THE ELECTRIC COMPANY, and numerous children's Storybook videos such as OWEN, GOOD NIGHT GORILLA, and ISLAND OF THE SKOG.

The Event will feature a selection of Original Production Cels from the Rankin/Bass Holiday Classic, THE STINGIEST MAN IN TOWN, as well as numerous original Art pieces, by DON DUGA featuring all the beloved Holiday Characters.

New York/New Jersey's premiere Animation Gallery, TheDeepArchives Animation specializes in offering a huge selection of Rare and Obscure Animation Production Art. For more information about this and OTHER Events, check the Gallery's website at [url=\"http://www.TheDeepArchives.com\"]http://www.TheDeepArchives.com[/url] or call the Gallery directly at 551-998-4552.

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