Artist George Rodrigue Creates Latest Painting in Front of Audience at Alexandria Museum of Art

As temperatures climb toward 100 degrees [yes, even here on the "Minnesota tundra"], we've just learned that GoodBiz113 profilee George Rodrigue ["Louisiana Artist Brings Post-Katrina [Blue Dog] Relief to New Orleans"] has created a most timely painting, "100 Degrees Hot This Summer" [pictured].

Measuring 48x36, the acrylic on canvas work was created last weekend in front of an audience at Louisiana's historic Alexandria Museum of Art, where the featured George Rodrigue: Saga of the Acadians exhibition runs through July 1.

For a compelling account of this uncharacteristic painting demonstration, read the latest post on "Musings of an Artist's Wife," Wendy Rodrigue's blog: http://bit.ly/100DegreesHot.

Oh, and to catch up on the latest developments about the dynamic George Rodrigue Foundation of the Arts: Youth Development Through Art in Education, go to: http://bit.ly/RodrigueFoundation.

SOURCES: Musings of an Artist's Wife, Rodrigue Studio
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Artist George Rodrigue Creates Wine Label for Prêt à Boire Rosé Napa Valley 2010

This just in: GoodBiz113 profilee George Rodrigue ["Louisiana Artist Brings Post-Katrina [Blue Dog] Relief to New Orleans"] has created "A Bouquet of Rosé" for the wine label of Amuse Bouche's soon-to-be-shipped Prêt à Boire Rosé Napa Valley 2010. Skol!

For details, read the latest post on "Musings of an Artist's Wife," Wendy Rodrigue's blog: http://bit.ly/PinkDog.

Oh, and to catch up on the latest developments about the dynamic George Rodrigue Foundation of the Arts: Youth Development Through Art in Education, go to: http://bit.ly/RodrigueFoundation.

SOURCES: Musings of an Artist's Wife, Rodrigue Studio
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George Rodrigue Has Rich History with New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival

With just four days left of the 2011 New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival, Wendy Rodrigue has provided an historic account of her husband's involvement with the event.

Over the years, GoodBiz113 profilee George Rodrigue ["Louisiana Artist Brings Post-Katrina [Blue Dog] Relief to New Orleans"] has painted works for the annual event's promotional poster, and captured telling images of some of the most renowned artists in the world of jazz. Above is his rendition of Louis Armstrong -- along with the iconic Blue Dog -- featured on the festival's 1995 poster.

Read the latest post on "Musings of an Artist's Wife," Wendy's blog: http://bit.ly/NOJazzFest.

Oh, and to catch up on the latest developments regarding the dynamic George Rodrigue Foundation of the Arts: Youth Development Through Art in Education, go to: http://bit.ly/RodrigueFoundation.

SOURCES: Musings of an Artist's Wife, Rodrigue Studio
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Artist George Rodrigue to Receive Distinguished Eagle Scout Award on May 12

On May 12, 2011, the Boy Scouts of America will honor GoodBiz113 profilee George Rodrigue ["Louisiana Artist Brings Post-Katrina [Blue Dog] Relief to New Orleans"] with their highest honor: the Distinguished Eagle Scout Award.

Since established by the National Eagle Scout Association in 1969, just six Eagle Scouts from the New Orleans area have received this honor -- the last one 22 years ago, in 1989.

"It gave me a chance to meet professionals in various fields, because they had to sign off on my badges," said Rodrigue as he stood before the Blue Dog sculpture on New Orleans' Veterans Boulevard at the press conference this week, about the impact scouting made on his life from the beginning -- particularly the pursuit of merit badges.

"I spent hours with firefighters, police officers, and even the local funeral home director," Rodrigue recalled. "One expert was a published historian who asked me, 'Do you know where the name New Iberia comes from?' I had never thought about the Spanish heritage of my hometown. I retained more about local history in that one afternoon than in 12 years of study at Catholic High."

For an insightful, behind-the-scenes account of this momentous occasion, read "Musings of an Artist's Wife," Wendy Rodrigue's blog: http://bit.ly/EagleScout6.

Oh, and to catch up on the latest developments regarding the dynamic George Rodrigue Foundation of the Arts: Youth Development Through Art in Education, go to: http://bit.ly/RodrigueFoundation.

SOURCES: Boy Scouts of America, Musings of An Artist's Wife, Rodrigue Studio, Wikipedia

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Happy 100th Birthday, Tennessee Williams!

Today marks the 100th birthday of Tony Award- and Pulitzer Prize-winning writer Tennessee Williams. Born on March 26, 1911, Williams' prolific career spanned more than 50 years before his death at age 71 on Feb. 25, 1983.

To celebrate Williams' life and work, we've borrowed a piece from GoodBiz113 profilee George Rodrigue ["Louisiana Artist Brings Post-Katrina [Blue Dog] Relief to New Orleans"]. Rodrigue's Thinking About Blanche [pictured above] was the poster for the 2006 Tennessee Williams Festival, in New Orleans.

For a compelling Southern perspective on Williams' influence, visit "Musings of an Artist's Wife," Wendy Rodrigue's blog: http://bit.ly/Tennessee100.

Oh, and to catch up on the latest developments regarding the dynamic George Rodrigue Foundation of the Arts: Youth Development Through Art in Education, go to: http://bit.ly/RodrigueFoundation.

SOURCES: Musings of an Artist's Wife, Rodrigue Studio, Wikipedia
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Happy St. Patrick's Day!

To our growing, global list of GoodBiz113 readers and advertisers, we bid a heartfelt "Happy St. Patrick's Day!"

To help illustrate the point, we've, uh, borrowed a piece from GoodBiz113 profilee George Rodrigue ["Louisiana Artist Brings Post-Katrina [Blue Dog] Relief to New Orleans"]. Don't Grow Grass on Me [pictured], an acrylic on linen, is part of Rodrigue's "Green Dog" collection. Check it out at "Musings of an Artist's Wife," Wendy Rodrigue's compelling blog: http://bit.ly/GreenDog.

Oh, and for the latest developments regarding the always-bustling George Rodrigue Foundation of the Arts: Youth Development Through Art in Education, go to: http://bit.ly/RodrigueFoundation.

Best to you and yours for a fun and safe three-days-before-spring-starts day!

SOURCES: Musings of an Artist's Wife, Rodrigue Studio
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Happy Holidays!

To our growing, global list of GoodBiz113 readers and advertisers, we bid a heartfelt "Happy Holidays!"

In order to help illustrate the point, we've borrowed a piece from GoodBiz113 profilee George Rodrigue ["Louisiana Artist Brings Post-Katrina [Blue Dog] Relief to New Orleans"]. Measuring 20x16 and priced at $1,650 USD, "Evergreen Joy" [pictured] is part of Rodrigue's holiday collection. Check it out: http://bit.ly/RodrigueHoliday.

Oh, and for the latest developments regarding the always-bustling George Rodrigue Foundation of the Arts: Youth Development Through Art in Education, go to: http://bit.ly/RodrigueFoundation.

Best to you and yours for a healthy and happy holiday season, and a fulfilling and prosperous 2011.

SOURCE: Rodrigue Studio
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George Rodrigue's Holiday Collection Celebrates Christmas Past

GoodBiz113 profilee George Rodrigue ["Louisiana Artist Brings Post-Katrina [Blue Dog] Relief to New Orleans"] just sent us a holiday greeting that features his "Ho Ho Ho" silkscreen, circa 2000 [pictured].

Rodrigue's Holiday Collection includes works dating back to 1993. To browse his online gallery, go to his Facebook page: http://bit.ly/RodrigueHoliday.

To track the latest awe-inspiring events of the George Rodrigue Foundation of the Arts: Youth Development Through Art in Education, visit http://bit.ly/RodrigueFoundation.

SOURCE: Rodrigue Studio
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George Rodrigue Foundation of the Arts Website Gets Facelift, New Features

GoodBiz113 profilee George Rodrigue ["Louisiana Artist Brings Post-Katrina [Blue Dog] Relief to New Orleans"] has just redesigned the website for his generous George Rodrigue Foundation of the Arts: Youth Development Through Art in Education.

The revamped site features bright splashes of color [literally], plus more user-friendly navigation and links to social media, GRFA news, and information about the foundation's far-reaching programs.

Check it out: http://bit.ly/RodrigueFoundation.

SOURCE: Rodrigue Studio
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Artist George Rodrigue Releases Timely 'October Sunset'

As we prepare to bid adieu to September, GoodBiz113 profilee George Rodrigue ["Louisiana Artist Brings Post-Katrina [Blue Dog] Relief to New Orleans"] has just released "October Sunset" [pictured above].

Featuring the iconic Blue Dog amidst rich autumn hues in the bayou, Rodrigue's new work is an acrylic painting on linen, and measures 24x30 inches.

Check it out at George's Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/GeorgeRodrigueArt.

SOURCE: Rodrigue Studio
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Rodrigue Creates One-of-a-Kind Artwork to Raise Funds for Youth Development, Animals in Need

GoodBiz113 profilee George Rodrigue ["Louisiana Artist Brings Post-Katrina [Blue Dog] Relief to New Orleans"] just announced that he's created a one-of-a-kind artwork -- "The Three Amigos" [pictured above] -- exclusively for charitybuzz®, to raise funds and awareness for his foundation, the George Rodrigue Foundation of the Arts [GRFA], and for the Louisiana Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals [LA/SPCA].

Rodrigue has added hand embellishments -- using colored paint pens, as well as a pencil sketch -- to create this mixed-media piece. "The Three Amigos" is an original silkscreen print that has been signed and remarqued, and measures 22 X 28". It will be mounted and shipped flat to the winning bidder. Bidding at charitybuzz closes on Thursday, July 1, at 2:00 p.m. EDT.

Rodrigue's far-reaching GRFA advocates the importance of the visual arts in the development of our youth. GRFA encourages the use of art within all curricula, and supports a variety of art educational programs.

To learn more, please visit http://bit.ly/RodrigueFoundation.

LA/SPCA is a private nonprofit organization dedicated to the elimination of animal suffering. Chartered in 1888, they are the oldest and most comprehensive animal welfare organization in the state, providing care and basic medical services for thousands of homeless and unwanted animals each year.

For more information about the LA/SPCA, go to: http://la-spca.org/.

For the chance at adding Rodrigue's "The Three Amigos" to your collection -- and supporting two very worthy nonprofit organizations in the process -- go to: http://bit.ly/TheThreeAmigos.

SOURCE: George Rodrigue Studio
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Rodrigue Opens Gallery of His Own in New French Quarter Location

Wendy Rodrigue, wife/partner/muse of GoodBiz113 profilee George Rodrigue ["Louisiana Artist Brings Post-Katrina [Blue Dog] Relief to New Orleans"], just announced that her world-famous husband has opened up his very own gallery at 730 Royal Street [pictured above], in New Orleans' French Quarter.

After decades of exhibiting and selling his award-winning art in a handful of galleries -- some owned by others, plus spaces in [or under] properties he rented and/or lived in -- the "Blue Dog artist," entrepreneur, author and philanthropist finally seized the opportunity to buy an entire building devoted solely to displaying his myriad creations.

"...George Rodrigue has a gallery of his own, just one block from the Reilly Gallery, the location of his first show, and the only gallery that ever took a chance on him, now 40 years ago," Wendy posted on her blog. "He has the money and owns the space, to wield as he will, to display his creations. We will see things from him in the coming years the likes of which most viewers never knew him capable..."

To read Wendy's compelling account of her husband's journey -- including her insightful and inspiring perspective about her role in his rise to global renown and artistic freedom -- go to: http://bit.ly/GalleryOfHisOwn.

SOURCES: Musings of an Artist's Wife [photo], Wikipedia
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Dixon Gallery and Gardens, in Memphis, Hosts Rodrigue Retrospective: July 29-Oct. 17, 2007

The spectacular work of GoodBiz113 profilee George Rodrigue ["Louisiana Artist Brings Post-Katrina [Blue Dog] Relief to New Orleans"] will be featured during a retrospective exhibition at the Dixon Gallery and Gardens, in Memphis, Tenn., from July 29 through Oct. 14, 2007.

Titled "Forty Years of Cajuns, Blue Dogs and Beyond Katrina," the exhibit will showcase more than 100 paintings plus many never-before-seen original works on canvas and sculpture created during the artist's prestigious 40-year career. Explore the evolution from oak trees to Evangeline, from Cajun fishermen and politicians, to the incomparable Blue Dog.

Two special events include:

* An opening reception with Rodrigue, with music performed by Cajun legend Hadley Castille. It's from 6-8 p.m. on Saturday, July 28. To purchase tickets, call Juliana at [901] 312-1254, or e-mail jbjorklund@dixon.org.

* At 2 p.m. on Sunday, July 29, Rodrigue will present an artist's lecture.

For additional details on events and travel information, visit www.georgerodrigue.com/rodrigue_dixon_museum.html
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