Invitation to the White House
This small White House was created for my upcoming book, Balloon Engineer, coming out soon. Instructions for creating the White House and other famous buildings and Wonders of the World will be included in the book.
I thought about naming this something like, “Blowing up the White House” or “White House Anticipates More Inflation”, but I thought either of those might result in my invitation being revoked. July 4 is around the corner, and with it lots of Independence Day celebrations. I got a call from Todd Neufeld from the Twisted Balloon Company that the White House was looking for us (“us”, in this case, also includes Buster Balloon and a few other artists) to do a patriotic sculpture installation for their July 4 event on the White House lawn. President Obama, White House staff and military veterans, along with their families, will be at the event. It will be an honor to be there. We’re not certain yet what the sculpture will be, but with an incredible team, this should be a great piece. We’re currently looking at the usual symbols of American Patriotism: bald eagle, US flag, and statue of liberty.
After delivering the news a few days ago about Balloon Manor, it’s nice to be able to think about positive stuff.
Larry,
Sounds like a great opportunity, can I make a suggestion? Do the Iwo Jima Memorial – U. S. Marine Corps War Memoria. The dark colors will really make the American flags stand out.
http://dc.about.com/od/monuments/a/IwoJima.htm
Hire a photographer for this event you so deserve all this you Rock
Congratzzz
Congratulations! I can’t wait to see what you guys come up with – I agree with Peter – that statue is breath taking as it is.
Peter and Cathy,
Thanks for the suggestion. My concern is that in the limited time we have, I’m not sure if it makes more sense to try to copy something that’s already a great sculpture, and risk not being able to complete it (which certainly wouldn’t do it justice) or do something patriotic that’s made of several smaller component pieces. I think we’re leaning more toward several symbols of American patriotism. For a TV appearance this morning, I made a bald eagle in a similar pose to that seen in the US Great Seal. Something like that will make a great photo backdrop, as it’s highly recognizable and I know it can be completed along with a few other pieces.
Larry, this is fantastic. Of course, I knew about it but it’s great to see it in print too. And I’m proud that so many of my friends are going to be performing the White House! (ok, and a little jealous too) Have a great time!
If I hadn’t already been booked, I would’ve been right there with you – have a great time!
And put in a good word with the Prez – perhaps we can get a little TARP money for the manor? ; D