Almost Wordless Wednesday: Spotlight on Wyland, the Marine Michaelangelo

Photos by Gary Firstenberg

There's something to be said for outdoor art. Muralists add life to our cities as they reflect aspects of our world and stoke our imaginations. When I was introduced to the work of Wyland my first impression was that this man has certainly lived a charmed life. He's made a living pursuing his passions and it has taken him all over the world. 

Painter, sculptor write, photographer, philanthropist, film-maker and advocate for conservation, his murals have been enjoyed by millions. One of his massive murals--covering a whopping three acres--landed him in the Guinness Book of World Records. His Wyland Foundation is committed to raising awareness about the importance of clean water and a healthy planet.

When you scroll through his website (wyland.com) you will be amazed at how prolific this guy has been. If I can get our schedules to mesh we'll be talking soon. 

Photography by Gary Firstenberg

The moniker Marine Michaelangelo was coined by USA Today

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