World's Authentic Beatles-Themed Hotel Acquires Tampa Artist for Collection

World's Authentic Beatles-Themed Hotel Acquires Tampa Artist for Collection

TAMPA, Fla., Aug. 13 /PRNewswire/ -- Tampa-based artist David O'Keefe's nights might not be so hard in the near future. O'Keefe, a gifted sculptor and painter with a highly successful 26 year career, has recently been noticed over the pond by The Hard Days Night Hotel in Liverpool, England.

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O'Keefe's Manager, Wayne Curtiss, said, "The Hotel recently acquired for their permanent collection a 48" x 32" limited edition giclee on canvas of the '69 Beatles by O'Keefe. The Hard Days Night Gallery plans to offer additional limited editions of this piece as well as a 28" x 19" limited edition giclee on paper of O'Keefe's '65 Beatles."

O'Keefe has been satirizing pop culture for the past 25 years as the former special projects illustrator for the Tampa Tribune. He put his signature style to hundreds of celebrities, musicians and sports figures. He has also created images for Time Magazine, Sports Illustrated, MAD, The Village Voice and many others.

With the recent decision to paint and sculpt full time, the launch of David O'Keefe Studios has been greeted with nothing short of success. Due to the unique and captivating flair of the art and the explosive selling potential, David O'Keefe has been honored by Art Business News Magazine as one of Today's Top Artist of 2008. David O'Keefe Studios is looking forward to exhibiting at ArtExpo Las Vegas in September.

The Hard Days Night Hotel is a luxurious 4-star hotel converted from one of Liverpool's classic city centre buildings. It is located in the "Beatles Quarter" of the city, adjacent to the world famous Cavern Club, and features visually stunning, specially commissioned artwork covering key events in the lives of the four legendary band members.

For more information, please visit the Web site at www.davidokeefe.com or call (813) 254-5056.

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Source: David O'Keefe Studios

CONTACT: Wayne Curtiss of David O'Keefe Studios, +1-813-254-5056,
wayne@davidokeefe.com

Web site: http://www.davidokeefe.com/

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