THE DATE has been set for a private signing with former UT Longhorn and Houston Oiler Earl Campbell. That date (drum roll please) is September 18th. Earl Campbell will sign Robert’s artwork as well as other items. (Repeat: Earl Campbell will sign other items as well as Robert’s artwork. So send those too.) The autograph price is $50.00 per item. Shipping is $10.00 for most items. HOF or HT ‘77 inscription included. So if you’ve been waiting for Earl to sign one of Robert’s pieces you already own, or if you’d like to purchase a new one for Earl to sign, here’s your opportunity.

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Maggie Mae’s, a historic entertainment venue located in downtown Austin, is celebrating it’s 32nd Anniversary in fine style. Lot’s o events going on, including a Reunion Concert Series, Gala and Silent Auction, and Golf Tournament. Join me in the fun. For more information go to Maggie Mae’s web site at www.maggiemaesaustin.com.

Also, check out my page on Maggie Mae’s site – www.maggiemaesaustin.com/site/index.php/about/robert-hurst/

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I was recently commissioned to create a 100th anniversary painting of Jack Johnson celebrating his “Fight of the Century” with John Jeffries. Jack Johnson is an athletic figure I’ve always admired. He was larger than life, in a time of supreme prejudice, and would not back down in the face of adversity – my kind of hero. Johnson was inducted into the US Boxing Hall of Fame in 1954 and the Texas Sports HOF in 1971.

This past week in Galveston, Texas the painting was unveiled. Sam Collins, of the National Trust for Historic Preservation, made the introductions and presentation. Jay Black from the Texas Sports Hall of Fame spoke then it was my turn.

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Galveston Historical Foundation Unveils New Portrait of Boxer Jack Johnson.

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Galveston Historical Foundation Unveils New Portrait of Boxer Jack Johnson
Limited-Edition Prints of First African-American World Champion Benefits GHF African American Heritage Committee Initiatives

By Samuel Collins

A new portrait of Galveston native and first African-American World Heavyweight Boxing Champion Jack Johnson will be unveiled at a free public reception at Galveston Historical Foundation’s Ashton Villa on May 28 to be held from 4 to 5 p.m. Signed and numbered prints will be sold at the reception for $100 each. The portrait, commissioned by Hitchcock Stringfellow Orchards owners Samuel and Doris Collins, was painted by Robert Hurst. Hurst has been the official artist for the Texas Sports Hall of Fame in Waco for 13 years. He will be a special guest at the reception, as will Jay Black of the Texas Sports Hall of Fame. Samuel Collins is chairman elect of Galveston Historical Foundation’s African-American Heritage Committee.“
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Hey Sports Fans,

I finally finished the paintings of the 2009 Texas Sports Hall of Fame induction class. This was a tough year for me. A large class (10 inductees) and a moved up date (from March to Feb 8th) made for a challenging deadline. Additionally, I probably made the images more complex than needed. But enough whining already! (He admonishes self.) The paintings are done and it’s time to prepare for the actual induction.There will be two pre-induction receptions this year in addition to the February 8th banquet; one for Kim Mulkey and one for Lance Berkman. For more information about the events contact me or go the the Texas Sports Hall of Fame web site.

We are currently taking orders for the limited edition autographed inductee prints. Pre-publication price on the Lance Berkman print is $125.00; all others are $95.00 except Harvey Martin. You can pick your number (except numbers 1 and 30) at this time. To view and order the art go to the links below, or phone 512-444-7661, or email hurst@adamnfineartist.com. Continue reading '2009 Texas Sports Hall of Fame Induction Artwork'»

The Armadillo Christmas Bazaar starts VERY soon (Dec. 11th). I have lots of new music artwork for this show. For the first time we will have an original artwork bin. Included will be pieces that have not been framed and that will be offered at a much lower price than usual. These include some older music images, such as one I did of Nancy Wilson of Heart (from a photo I took at a concert that Van Wilks opened for them) and Sue Foley (from a photo shoot I did with her), and some brand new images like, Eddie Vedder, Bob Marley, and Jimi Hendrix. First come, first served. There are some VERY cool pieces here. Continue reading 'Armadillo Christmas Bazaar and Cool Music Art'»