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Marine Life Artist Wyland has earned the distinction as one of America’s most unique creative influences, and a leading advocate for marine resource conservation. An accomplished painter, sculptor, photographer, writer, and SCUBA diver, he has traveled the farthest reaches of the globe for more than twenty-five years, capturing the raw power and beauty of the undersea universe.

His non-profit Wyland Foundation has supported numerous conservation programs since 1993, including Wyland’s monumental Whaling Wall mural project — an epic series of more than ninety-one life size marine life murals that spans twelve countries on four continents, and is viewed by an estimated 1 billion people every year. The artist’s efforts, moreover, have been recognized by the United Nations, Sierra Club, the Underwater Academy of Arts and Sciences, where he is listed among its Diving Hall of Fame, and private and public institutions throughout the world.

Hailed a “Marine Michaelangelo” by USA Today, Wyland’s work is sought by millions of collectors and his galleries throughout the United States are considered a must-see on the itineraries of travelers everywhere. His equally successful Wyland Foundation, in partnership with the Scripps Institution of Oceanography, is actively engaged in teaching millions of students around engaged in teaching millions of students around our oceans, rivers, lakes, streams, and wetlands.

Listed in Who’s Who in American Art, the Guinness Book of World Records, and many other national and international publications, the multi-faceted artist has even hosted several series for television, including, “Wyland’s Ocean World” on the Discovery Channel’s Animal Planet Network. Today, he is considered one of the most influential artists of the 21st Century, with artwork in museums, corporate collections, and private homes in more than one hundred countries.

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Wyland Worldwide, LLC
5 Columbia • Aliso Viejo • California 92656
T: 949.643.7070 • F: 949.643.7099
QUOTES:

"The artist Wyland has been “green” since the early 1970s, so it is high time the rest of the world caught on to the idea that saving the planet is a way cool thing to do."
--- Mobile Press Register (September 16, 2007)

“Wyland is a Marine Michelangelo.”
--- USA Today (September 30, 1993)

“Wyland is considered by many to be the finest environmental artist in the world. “
--- The Congressional Record, Vol 139, No. 112-Part II

The United Nations proclaims Wyland the offi cial artist for the International Year of the Ocean, 1998.
--- United Nations (1998)

“Your organization is making an invaluable contribution to effort to promote environmental awareness among our youth and to encourage them to continue their own efforts.”
--- Al Gore, Vice President of the United States (August 13, 1997)

“Your larger than life murals across the country have the awareness of our precious ocean resources.”

--- Daniel K. Inouye, United States Senator (June 6, 1997)

“Your ongoing endeavors to inspire and educate young people marine life and the beauty and fragility of the ocean are deeply appreciated.”

--- Honorable Kofi Annan, Secretary General of the United Nations (May 28, 1998)

“Wyland brings the voices of the great and intelligent of the sea from the depth of the oceans into the hearts and lives of hundreds of thousands of people around the world.”

--- Jane Goodall, scientist and author

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JAMES COLEMAN

Coleman's wonderful sense of color and ability to translate emotion into image molded his professional career as a fine artist, spanning over 26 years.

James Coleman didn't need to go to Hollywood he was born there in 1949. He found his artistic niche at Walt Disney Studios as a background animation specialist for 22 years. Winnie the Pooh, The Little Mermaid, and Beauty and the Beast came to life with James Coleman's background images gracing the screen

James Coleman... a name synonymous with tropical rainforests, rich deep woods, and silent deserts. The art created by this talented man continue to delight all.

Eventually Coleman left the motion picture industry and turned his talent to canvas full time. Today he continues to illuminate the are world with his vibrant colors, gentle moods, and exquisite detail. His artwork is represented by some of the most prominent galleries in North America, the Orient, and the Hawaiian Islands.

"I attempt to push the statement I am making to its ultimate, both in design and in use of color." - James Coleman.

WALFRIDO GARCIA

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As long as I can remember I was always surrounded by art.  My Father left the Philippines for the United States when we were young .  He wanted to give us a better opportunity for a better life.  We met up with him 3 years later in 1972, in a small town called Victorville, Ca.    He had taught art at the local school and his talents did not go unnoticed. Within a year or two he decided to move his family up to the bay area in a small town called Milpitas.  I could remember my father's art gracing the walls of our house.

    At the age of 14  I started taking painting lessons from my father.  He taught me not only how to paint, but also how to teach.  That proved to be the most valuable lesson.  By the age of 17,  I was teaching my own art classes, studying art at Ohlone Community College in Fremont, Ca., and hanging paintings in Devaux Galleries in Carmel.  I was on my way to achieving my life long ambition, to be a professional artist.

    During my last year at San Jose State university, I noticed a profound trend in the job market.  Everything was headed towards computers.  Even my chosen field, graphic arts was soon to be replaced by programs such as Quark, Illustrator, and Photoshop.  I made a decision to try to make it as a professional artist within six years.  If I didn't succeed, I would go back to school and continue my education.  It was during a trip to Hawaii that I got my first break.  I found a gallery to represent my work.  That quickly led to other galleries on the outer islands.  I was now selling paintings as fast as I could make them. My dream had come true.

    My career got a giant boost when I met Wyland.  He and I hung in Livingston galleries  together and that was the first time I had seen his work.  He decided to open his own chain of galleries and I got in on the ground floor.  My work was now hanging with renown artists such as Roy Tabora, James Coleman and John Pitre.   For the next 15 years I toured the world giving art exhibitions, meeting wonderful people and painting the beauty of the Hawaiian Islands.

I am currently Married with 2 children and painting happily ever after.  My days are filled with hugging family and painting beautiful inspiring paintings.  Not a day goes by that I don't thank the Lord for giving my parents the courage to leave their home for a better life for their kids.  Thanks Mom, Dad and God!

JIM WARREN

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Born: Nov 24, 1949 in Long Beach, CA to Don and Betty Warren. Jim's brother Rick was 2 and his sister Kathy was 5.

Beginnings: Started painting at age 1, like all children. Went through the usual string of career choices such as: artist, magician, artist, rock star, artist etc. I officially decided in high school in 1967 that an artist, a "Rich and Famous" one at that, was what I was going to be!

Tools: Traditional oil paint on stretched canvas which I coat with a gesso primer. Only paintbrushes are used to paint with and NO airbrush, as people have sometimes thought.


Art Training: "I'm basically self taught. I learned some basics in my high school art class. At college I attended several life-drawing classes, and always studied the great masters at museums."

Philosophy of Art: "To hell with the rules...paint what you like."

Currently: My greatest accomplishment to date, and one that can not be matched, is the many letters and communications that I have recieved from people telling me that my art has inspired them or made their day a little brighter. Jim lives in Clearwater, FL with his wife, Cindy, daughter Drew (born in 1992) and his son, Art (born in 1994). Jim's stepdaughter, Rebecca (born in 1974) lives in California. Jim feels that maintaining a close family with a demanding career is one of his greatest accomplishments, and thanks his family for all their support and assistance. His entire family helps with his art business, doubling as Art Director, Assistant (his wife) and Models (his children).

DAN MACKIN

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TOBY BLUTH

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