World Renowned Artist Creates Regional Artwork

In January the USRA unveiled the official artwork for the 2000 Ektelon USRA Regional Championships by Charles Fazzino, a world-renowned artist specializing in three-dimensional original and limited edition pop art [see the inside back cover for a large view of the artwork, and page five for the latest update to the regional listing]. Last year, Fazzino was named as an U.S. Olympic Committee official licensee to create artwork depicting Team USA’s participation in the 2000 Olympic Games and 2002 Olympic Winter Games. He was also asked to provide the official artwork for the 1999 U.S. Olympic Congress, Oct. 24-26, where he then debuted the first of his limited edition Olympic-themed serigraphs.

Fazzino, best known for his use of vibrant colors, exceptional detail and storytelling ability with his artwork, has released several hundred editions over the course of his 20-year-career. His partnership with the USRA was a result of his work with the U.S. Olympic Committee. He also boasts a prestigious list of licensing partners including Walt Disney Art Classics, Warner Bros. Consumer Products, the National Football League and Major League Baseball. His artwork can be found in the private collections of hundreds of celebrities including First Lady Hillary Rodham Clinton, NFL quarterback Dan Marino, and TV talk show host Rosie O’Donnell.