Fisher Body Craftsmans Guild Styling Award

No, this is not a new prize, but in 1958 Norbert won a scholarship that helped fuel his career as an artist. This national prize of General Motors Fisher Body division was awarded between the 1930-1960's to encourage talented teenagers to enter the field of automotive design. After winning this award Norbert used the $1000 prize money to attend Art Center College of Design in Pasadena California. "It gave me a direction when I really didn't know how to get where I wanted to go" Norbert recalls. "I was surprised to get the word I had won." He had attempted to create car models for entry two times prior and he said "I really didn't think I would win. It was the only trophy I had ever won. The scholarship was my start and covered my first year of classes. It was an opportunity that I highly valued; the opportunity to design, style and sculpt automobiles."

South Oakland Art Association Show

If you are in the Southfield area make sure to check out the upcoming show at the American Center - Charter One Building. The exhibit will take place May 1st through the 7th in the main lobby at 27777 Franklin Road, Southfield, Michigan. It is hosted by the South Oakland Art Association and provides a showcase for member artists. The welcome reception will be Sunday May 1st from 2-4pm with refreshments served.

Norbert at the Library

For the month of April you can view a display of Norbert's pieces at the Royal Oak Public Library. The showcase inside the South entrance is sponsored by the Royal Oak Artists Council and Norbert is their "Artist of the Month" for April. Included is one of his older pieces, The Golden Kitten, which is rarely seen on public display. On the day this photo was taken a young family was seen discussing his art. The library is an idea place for people of all ages to get a glimpse of Norbert's work.

Art for God's Sake

St. Anastasia Roman Catholic Church will be host to an outstanding group of artists from around the world in both a juried and non-juried professional show May 13-15th, 2011. Art for God's Sake is a rare opportunity for the Archdiocese of Detroit to showcase sacred themes by both noted artists, students and clergy members. It is a ticketed event that begins with a wine and hors d'oeuvre gala on Friday night.

Norbert had two pieces accepted for inclusion in this show and will include his rendering of the Last Supper.

St. Anastasia is located at 4571 John R. Rd. in Troy Michigan. It is between E. Wattles and E. Long Lake Road, just North of Troy Athens High School.

Great Lakes Art Fair

Norbert's art was shown at the Great Lakes Art Fair at the Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi Michigan, April 15-17th, 2011. Norbert was recognized with an "Honorable Mention" for his display. This was Norbert's first year at this venue of over 200 local and regional fine artists. Some of the pieces on display were "Jesus Calming the Sea" and "New York, New York" amongst others. Show attendees remarked on the intense energy that these works portrayed during the three day event.