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When
Brad needed the best paint and professionals to accomplish this
mural, he first turned to one of the oldest and most reliable
paint companies in the world. Brad contacted Russ Ziegelbauer,
Market Manager at the Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin store to go over
the specifics of this very large and complex project. Mr. Ziegelbauer
suggested first that Bill Boerger the Professional Coatings Representative
in our area evaluate the current wall conditions to determine
which type of paint should be used for this project. After the
determination was made, Brad was told that the Sherwin Williams Menomonee
Falls store would like to donate all paint and materials for this
project and be the official paint of this mural being painted
by Mr. Parrish. The amount of paint and materials for this project
have been quite significant and the people at Sherwin Williams
have been very giving and supportive of this project for the children
of County Line School. They were the very first to know of this
project being undertaken by Mr. Parrish and the first on the scene
to want to contribute. We can not say enough about the community
support and kindness the professionals at Sherwin Williams
have and continue to show.
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While it is vitally important that the artist's paint be the best it can be, it is equally important that the artist's tools be the finest available. Brad knew he needed the right equipment to reflect his vision precisely
the way he wanted it to be. Brad
tried different spray guns and systems and found the Graco spray systme to be the one of choice...hands down. In particular, Brad loved their top of the line HVLP 4900 Pro
Comp Sprayer. Having done a great deal of air brushing
over the years, Brad knew what he needed in the feel of the gun...the ability to go
from very detailed areas of work with great control and to large
areas with great results.
"I am as only as good as those
tools such as this one that affords me the ability to be at
my best,"
Parrish says. Brian Savage, the area Sales Representative and
Jennifer Duffie from their corporate headquarters in Minneapolis,
Minnesota spearheaded getting this spray system in Brad's hands
right away so that he would be able to help get this truly
special project underway. They have been and remain
the best in their industry.
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After
Brad completed his preliminary colored rendering of the proposed
mural for the school. Allied Digital specialists in photo processing
located in Germantown, Wisconsin processed Brads digital images
into large format photos of his rendering to be used for display
presentations and to show the school and the community what
this work is going to look like when finished. Fancy Paquette owner
of Allied Digital has graciously donated her time and materials
to reproduce any and all promotional material related to this truly
worth while cause. Brad has used their services over the years exclusively
over the years because they are simply the best all around full
commercial and retail photographic service around. Upon learning
of Brad's involvement on this project and its importance to the community,
Mrs. Paquette indicated that she wanted to help in any way possible.
We thank her for her and her employees for their generosity and
support in this program.
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Germantown,
Wisconsin has a new bank in town.
The newly opened branch is one of six First Banks that are owned
and operated locally in southeastern Wisconsin. Brad met and spoke
with Germantown branch manager Gary Sherwin regarding costs for
equipment rentals such as the lift used to paint the mural as well
as any unforeseen costs that might be needed to complete this climbing
wall mural for the children at County Line School. A very enthusiastic
Mr. Sherwin presented it to the the powers that be at their
main office, and within days Brad along with Mr. Pat Seghers principal
of County Line School, was contacted by Mr. Sherwin stating that
they would honored to play a vital role in the success and completion
of this very important community project, First Bank offered up to five hundred
dollars to cover any and all costs needed to complete this mural. We
would like to thank Mr. Sherwin and First Bank on behalf of all the children
that will benefit throughout the years because of their sincere
generosity.
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Our
many thanks go out to The Great Frame Up of Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin
for providing all the framing of Brad's original and final acrylic
painting of the mural. Greg Rossebo, local owner of this
national chain, is and has been one of the biggest
supporters of our community. Mr. Rossebo, who has framed many
of Mr. Parrish's limited edition prints over the years, believes
that this project Brad is taking on is one that will benefit
many generations of children that attend this school. Brad
says, You can always count on
the finest framing done at the Great Frame Up. Mr. Rossebo is extremely
dedicated to his craft and his community! We would like
to thank The Great Frame Up for their support.
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Allan-Knox has been photographing Brad's artwork for over
15 years. They are one of the best photography studios in the country.
They have graciously contributed the photography and color separations
of the final rendering and/or illustration for the mural. Allan-Knox
Photography has taken pride in servicing their clients since 1981,
specializing in commercial photography and fine art reproduction.
We would like to sincerely thank Allan-Knox for providing this service.
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