STORY TELLING ARTIST'S FIRST SHOW OPENS AT SUITE 3 GALLERY Larry Selman's "The Fine Art of Illustration" uses art to tell stories of American History Many of Larry Selman's paintings, like "Hour of Liberation," depict scenes from World War II.   (CAMP HILL, PA) - Hershey Philbin Associates announced today that Waynesboro artist Larry Selman will display his work, "The Fine Art of Illustration", at the agency's Suite 3 Gallery in Camp Hill through the end of August. The exhibit features more than 20 paintings depicting various scenes from American history. Many of the pieces are based on World War II scenes, but Selman's collection also features western and pop culture subjects. A south-central Pennsylvania native, Selman grew up in a military family. His love of history and art has been nurtured throughout his life. His interests led him to enroll at the York Academy of Art and earn a commercial art degree in l982. Following graduation, Selman built a successful career with paperback novel illustration, collaborating with top art directors and major publishers from all over the country. He has expanded his business to include fine art and gallery representation of the American West and is a member of the Air Force art program. Selman has also been the primary contributor to Hasbro's GI Joe action figure product line for the past eight years. "Down to Earth"   Many of Selman's works are included in private collections and museums throughout the United States and around the world. The release of his first print, "Hour of Liberation", was followed by several additional commissions, "Down to Earth" the 507th Parachute Infantry regiment, "Stonewalls Brigade" the 29th division at Normandy in July. Future commissions include the Army War College DDE class of 2005, a print of Lincoln's visit to Gettysburg, and Merrill's Marauders of WWII fame. For those wishing to meet Larry Selman, a casual reception, is planned for Tuesday, July 20, from 5:30-8:30 p.m. at the Suite 3 Gallery. For more information on Selman and to view samples of his work visit www.selmanartworks.com. Hershey Philbin Associates is the strategic communications firm providing public relations, government relations, Internet and advertising design to select clients in a variety of communications environments. For further information or directions to the Suite 3 Gallery, contact Nathan Pigott at (717) 975-2148, npigott@hersheyphilbin.com or visit www.hersheyphilbin.com. ###

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