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Les Claypool at the '06-'07 New Year's Eve Hatter's Ball  (January 12, 2007)

Whamola! Hope you're ready for this one. What a way to start the new year and a dream come true! Three years ago who would have thought I'd find myself  on the Les Claypool Hatter's Ball stage doing what I love for your enjoyment.

Wow, pinch, pinch, I'm not dreaming. Anyway, here I am in action thanks to www.harmonyfestival.com and www.lesclaypool.com and www.adlerproductions.com for thy photos.

Ok, finally, another moment to shine as I get into my creative bubble once again after going through all the right connections and people and following up on phone calls and getting the green light from stage managers and staff at the Harmony Festivals Presents. I had a great time at the 2006-2007 New Year's Eve Hatter's Ball. What a blast off into the future.

These pics were taken during the New Orleans Social Club set, then I had a chance to paint during the Les Claypool set in the VIP section where I painted live for the VIP crowd. Everyone was really cool to hang out with.

The paintings will be available for auction to benefit the Katrina fund. See www.harmonyfestival.com for more info.

Thanks for the support.















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