I signed up on Syd Mead's website (http://www.sydmead.com) a while back to receive upates from time to time. Well, today I got this email, that I thought I would share. Again, as luck would have it, our California counterparts are very fortunate:

PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA April 15th, 2006 M Modern Gallery428 Palm Canyon Drive Palm Springs There will be a special exhibition of Syd Mead's originals gouache renderings including (10) selected originals for sale and for the first time ever, high quality, limited edition prints. This promises to be a very popular event and will include a special presentation to be held at the Hotel Zoso. Please check sign in front lobby for exact location within hotel.Call 760 416-3611 for RSVP or other lecture information (m modern gallery)Call 760 325-9676 for hotel directionsPlease join us later that evening for the opening reception for TIMELINE a solo show of works by SYD MEAD at: M Modern Gallery 448 N. Palm Canyon Dr. Palm Springs, CA 92262 Syd will be featuered in no less than three major publications this month including an all new automotive design for "INTERSECTION MAGAZINE", and a feature in the Buzz section of LOS ANGELES MAGAZINE by Chis Nichols titled: "Blade Forerunner" and even a full page ad in "JUXTAPOZ" announcing the upcoming show in Palm Springs. "MISSION IMPOSSIBLE 3"Opens May 3rd and features a stunning example of the artistry of Syd Mead under the direction of J.J. Abrams, and starring Tom Cruise.

Appearances by Syd Mead in 2006: SYD MEAD lecture and presentation to be held: Saturday, April 15th 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm Hotel Zoso 150 South Indian Canyon Drive Palm Springs, CA 92262 College for Creative Studies, Detroit, Michigan May 10th Once again, Syd Mead will be on hand to for a personal appearance and presentation on the eve of the commencement exercises where he is also to awarded a Honorary Doctorate. North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC May 18th Just added, Syd will be on hand for a Lecture and presentation.

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