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Moore Black Press Publishing
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Fulton County's Southwest Art Center and Moore Black Press Announce
Exhibit Opening of Def Poetry Jam Creator, Visual Artist Danny Simmons
April 20, 2007, ATLANTA, GA (MBP)-Celebrating its 10th anniversary this year, Atlanta-based Moore Black Press (MBP) will wrap up National Poetry Month [April] with a public exhibit opening and book signing for it newest author, acclaimed visual artist and HBO Def Poetry Jam Co-Creator, Danny Simmons on Saturday, April 28, 2007 at the Fulton County Arts Council Southwest Arts Center located at 915 New Hope Rd. in Atlanta, GA from 7-9pm.
Hosted by international award winning poet and Moore Black Press Publisher/CEO, jessica Care moore Poole, "The Poetry and Paintings of Danny Simmons" exhibit will open April 28th and run through May 25th. Along with special guest poet Jon Goode and other Def Poetry Jam alum, the celebrated author will read selections from his new book; I Dreamed My People Were Calling But I Couldn't Find My Way Home, released by MBP earlier this year.
One of the most vibrant book publishers of our time, MBP added Simmons to its notable list of authors with the release of his new collection. "I can't think of a more perfect artist to be working with right now," said jessica Care moore Poole. "Danny is the 1st recipient of the Moore Black Press Legacy Award. He is a gifted painter, and writer and his connection to our community make him the kind of author that we are proud to represent after a decade of publishing."
Simmons' I Dreamed My People Were Calling But I Couldn't Find My Way Home The Poetry and Paintings of Danny Simmons has garnered laudable reviews. At the heart of this powerful collection of poems and paintings are the stories Simmons tells from his easel with raw, glaring imagery. "The bright colors of his collages provide a contrast to the relentlessly grim portrayals of a society where people are jailed at birth," proclaims renowned author, Ishmael Reed. "He is able to create beauty from rubbish."
Committed to supporting and perpetuating a genuine appreciation for the arts, Simmons founded the Rush Philanthropic Arts Foundation, along with his brothers; Russell (Def Jam) and Run DMC's (Rev Run) Simmons. The accomplished painter is widely exhibited worldwide and in renowned collections including those of Deutsche and Chase banks. An activist and community leader, Simmons serves on the boards of prominent cultural and learning institutions including the Brooklyn Museum, Brooklyn Public Library and Brooklyn Academy of Music.
Media Inquiries contact Moore Black Press Public Affairs at 404 752-0450 or 313 334-2738.
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