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3 days ago
DAVID EDWARD BYRD April 4, 1941 – Feb. 3, 2025
David Edward Byrd – artist, genius, advocate, and one of my dearest, most cherished friends – died yesterday. I can’t write much about...


4 days ago
On David Byrd and Michael Woods: Creative geniuses, and helping hands...
The editing of the film is still coming along. I’m still looking to do a few more interviews in the coming months (at this point,...


Jan 28
Amsel featured in upcoming MUSEO poster show / California fires
Last year I interviewed Clark Silva , a museum curator and art historian who has a special love of movie posters. He's been developing an...


Dec 1, 2024
Giving thanks / Remembering Greg Hildebrandt (1939-2024)
OUR GRATITUDE As November comes to a close, I want to give thanks to all of you for your ongoing support of this project. Whether you’ve...


Jul 9, 2024
The last trip...and meeting the legendary BROOKE SHIELDS.
I recently flew yet again to the east coast to film some interviews. Barring any surprises, this will very likely be my last major trip...


Jun 12, 2024
ArtDaily.com features our story re: Amsel collection at UoA
(NOTE: As of 6/14/24, there is a critical update to this story. UoA's Amsel collection was transferred to Margaret Herrick Library at end...


Jun 7, 2024
The end of an era...
Today marks the end of University of the Arts -- a Philadelphia institution for nearly 150 years. It's a sad day. Whatever struggles I've...


May 25, 2024
R.I.P.: JUDY POLIKOFF (1943-2024), the woman who probably saved my film.
I just learned this morning that Judith Eileen Polikoff passed away last January 16th. My deepest sympathies go out to her family and...


May 25, 2024
Erik Sharkey on movies, art...and that NYC vibe.
I have a lot of catching up to do in writing about each interview filmed for the documentary. Some go back a number of years, and...


May 22, 2024
Rhona Gross and The University of the Arts (part 1 of 5)
When Richard Amsel attended The University of the Arts from 1965-1969, it was then known as The Philadelphia College of Art. It’s one of...


Apr 14, 2024
Spring match promo now up! / Bob Peak inspired concert / Byrd GoFundMe updates / In memoriam: Martin Radeer
There are a number of updates this week that I wanted to share... SPRING MATCH CAMPAIGN: Own one of Richard Amsel's personal MAD MAX...


Mar 25, 2024
DISNEY IN-BETWEEN / 1 week left in our March promo!
DISNEY IN-BETWEEN Last summer I interviewed Stephen Anderson, a longtime animator, writer, and director behind such wondrous, charming...


Mar 21, 2024
David Byrd fundraiser / Dawn Baillie show at NYC's POSTER HOUSE / March donation promo!
Hey guys, now that we’re approaching the end of March, I thought it’d be better to consolidate some recent updates and news...  ...


Jan 29, 2024
Byrd's POSTER CHILD book signing and February giveaway!
I’ve often written about my dear friend, artist David Edward Byrd, and how integral his association with the documentary has been. He and...


Jan 29, 2024
The clock ticks on / "What's the progression?"
January has somehow completely flown me by. While I keep myself busy every day, I find myself falling behind on anticipated targets. I’ve...


Dec 31, 2023
Giving thanks for everything in 2023!
With the tumultuous happenings in the entertainment industry this year, which personally affected yours truly, it's easy to want to...


Dec 22, 2023
Happy Holidays!
As we celebrate the holiday season, I wanted to reach out and thank all of you for your continued support. Whether you were able to make...


Oct 24, 2023
Poster Child: David Edward Byrd's first book!
I’ve often written about David Edward Byrd, and how integral his association with the documentary has been. David is a legendary...


Sep 15, 2023
Society of Illustrators Hall of Fame 2023 event!
On Saturday, September 9th, 2023, The Society of Illustrators inducted Richard Amsel posthumously into their Hall of Fame. The event...


Aug 9, 2023
Trying to get the word out…again!
Over the past two months, I’ve been preparing personalized letters and customized press kits, including brochures, prints, and postcards,...


Aug 2, 2023
Filmmaker Adam McDaniel's video Q&A now available
For Immediate Release Filmmaker Adam McDaniel conducts video Q&A regarding AMSEL: ILLUSTRATOR OF THE LOST ART Documentary to Profile the...


Jun 7, 2023
Why pride matters.
No sooner had I written about celebrating Pride Month, when I hear about the violent protests that erupted at a school board meeting last...


Feb 22, 2023
Why your donations matter…
This documentary has been a longtime passion project, involving years of work and research. It also represents a significant monetary...


Aug 23, 2022
Family Truth
OK, another blog post. It’s a bit long and rambling, but you’ll want to read this one. Promise. I've lost track of how many times I've...
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