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"Joey and the Chopper Boys" with Heyltje Rose and Rogues Gallery

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"JOEY AND THE CHOPPER BOYS" PAGE 26 On this page of "Joey and the Chopper Boys" the boys are at a chopper show checking out the bikes in an amongst the motorcycle artists. Inside each page I have tried my best to include all those who have helped and supported me along the journey to making art a career. In the background you can see Heyltje Rose displaying and selling her amazing jewelry, bags, belts and other accessories. She has been a dear friend of mine for many years and It has been amazing sharing booths and spending long days at motorcycle shows with her. I can't wait to show work with her again at the Harley Museum Sept 3rd - 6th. This page also represents Rogues Gallery of Milwaukee, WI. Nate, the owner, offered me many opportunities to show and paint live at his gallery night club. His generosity made a huge impact on my art career with the exposure he provided. He has done and continues to do wonderful things for many milwaukee Artists...

Joey and the Chopper Boys - Jack Schit

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"Joey and the Chopper Boys - Page 25" Throughout this children's book there has been many small and important details added to show my appreciation to the people I have met and who have inspired me along this journey.  On page 25, during the culminating event of the book, Joey is presented with the  "PEOPLE'S CHOICE AWARD"!  Who better to present this award than the Legendary Jack Schit himself.  Jack can be found at motorcycle events all over the country bringing life and animation to any biker event. I am happy to have shared many good times with this man and thrilled to be able to include his presence in this children's chopper experience. "Right then, so loud the entire neighborhood could hear, the emcee blasted to the crowds that it was time to announce the "PEOPLE'S CHOICE AWARD".  Joey remained quiet and calm as she hoped with all her might that all the work she did to her bike would be well received.  ...

Children's Book with a Message!!!

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"JOEY AND THE CHOPPER BOYS" Written by : Jessi Combs Illustrated by : Kayla Koeune This fully illustrated children's book is finally complete after a year of hard work. Lots of time and consideration was carefully put into the illustrations and text. This 28 page book would make an excellent gift for any young person in your life. The book teaches the valuable lesson to Never Give Up and to view all new faces with an open mind. Joey is a little girl who loves motorcycles. In this book she is uprooted from her small town home and has to move into the city for her father to find work. Joey finds herself without her friends and the path to make new ones proves difficult. With a strong mindset, instilled by her father, to never give up we follow Joey through a tireless effort to prove her self worth. The book conveys that anyone can do anything they dream if they believe in themselves. Never give up Girls can too Believe in dreams To Purchase yo...

First Friday - Art Walk - Louisville

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Art in Historic Downtown Louisville Friday July 3rd from 6pm till 9pm. The first friday is an opportunity to check out local artists, partake in a street faire, live music and most importantly live art performances! For this event I will be painting live at the Walnut Art Gallery on Walnut and Main in Louisville. So come on over to the charming downtown, grab some dinner, coffee or wine, and visit to support local artists. Hope to see you there!! http://www.louisvilleartsdistrict.com