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October 2008:  Collector's Edition of Flag Expedition Journal and The Art of Conservation  exhibition

The Art of Conservation

On its 10th anniversary, the Artists for Conservation (AFC) Foundation launched its first annual juried exhibition, featuring the art of its members.  The Art of Conservation celebrates artistic excellence in the depiction of nature, raises awareness of conservation issues, and directly supports organizations dedicated to addressing them.  The Wildlife Conservation Society, based in New York City and one of the world's largest and most respected conservation organizations, has been selected as the beneficiary for 2008.

David attended the opening weekend at the Hiram Blauvelt Art Museum (HBAM), which included field trips, a lecture evening (where David was one of the presenters, with a slide show on his Harpy Eagle AFC Flag Expedition to Panama), dinner/awards evening, group photo session, and opening cocktail reception afternoon.

To read all about the show, order a copy of the Show Companion book, view a slideshow of the opening weekend, and video clips of the presentations, visit the AFC site (www.artistsforconservation.org).

Flag Expedition Journal Collector's Edition

Three of the AFC Flag Expeditions are featured as part of The Art of Conservation, including David's Flag Expedition to Panama.  During the opening weekend, the AFC also released a Collector's Edition of David's Flag Expedition Journal.

These are leather-bound books of exceptional quality, that reproduce David's journal in its entirety.  This is a limited edition of only 100 copies, and each book measures approximately 15" x 11 1/2" horizontal - large enough to display a full two-page spread of the journal on each page at nearly full-size.  It has a windowed black leather cover, and ultra-heavy stock.

This is your chance to obtain a unique record of David's Flag Expedition, while supporting the AFC Foundation and future Flag Expeditions.  The books are priced at US$500 (plus shipping and any applicable taxes), and can be ordered by contacting the AFC directly at info@natureartists.com.

About AFC Flag Expeditions

The AFC Flag Expeditions Program is a unique program established and operated by the Artists for Conservation Foundation.  The Program makes possible the field study and artistic rendering of endangered species and habitats deserving of greater public attention, with a strong emphasis on the study of unique, threatened habitats, and rare or endangered species in remote parts of the world.  AFC Signature Members can apply for support and the privilege of carrying the flag of this exclusive group of distinguished artists on their journey.

To read more about the AFC Flag Expedition Program and David's AFC Flag Expedition to Panama (journal, photos, etc.)

visit www.artistsforconservation.org/programs/flag-expeditions.