"The Memphis Legend Lives On"
for the King of Rock n' Roll
Attention
Celebrities
and Serious Elvis Collectors:
This
"one of a kind" original oil painting of Graceland is
now for sale by the artist.
Joyce Girgenti and Thomas Kinkade are the only two United States artist ever licensed by Elvis Presley Enterprises to paint Graceland... the most visited home in history
Hidden messages to
find in the painting;
FOLLOW
THAT DREAM
Jesus' name
Scripture from II Cor. 9:9: A godly man
who gives generously to poor, his good deeds will be an honor to
him forever.
7700 S/N (22x30).......SOLD OUT
100 Signed and Numbered (22 X 30)
ARTIST PROOFS $120
Signed Mini (12x16)........$30
This original available
Rory Allen (on left with the artist) is a world-class entertainer and Elvis Presley tribute artist. Rory has recorded and performed on several occasions with Elvis Presley's Grammy Award-winning backup quartet, the legendary Jordanaires.
Rory was born and raised in Saskatchewan, Canada. He has always enjoyed entertaining people and from an early age he thrived on stage. Gospel music and singing in church played a huge part in developing Rory's rich, clear and powerful singing voice.
His
authentic vocals and stunning costumes combined with his Elvis
good-looks, energy and audience rapport all add up to a great
entertainment package.
Booking
an Event? Contact
Lorie
at (306) 924-0115
Internet site:
www.roryallen.com
Elvis Presley grew up in a two-room plank house in Tupelo, Mississippi. His parents remembered how even
as a youngster he would talk about the day when he would make a lot of money. His dream was to buy his parents
the finest house in town and end their long years of hard work and financial struggle.
His wishes were granted at the age of 22 when he bought a Georgia Colonial
style dream home in Memphis, TN. He immediately secured the grounds with guards, a stone wall, and
music gates.
His 23 room house of refuge from his fans and the media became his castle. Holding its memories of laughter
and of tears, his mansion stood tall and proud in the middle of the grand oaks to protect the most popular singer
and performer in history.
His lonely life ended on August 16, 1977, when the world stopped to mourn his death. The funeral service was held
here on August 18, 1977. Memorial hymns such as "My Heavenly Father," "His Hand in Mine," "How
Great Thou Art," and "Sweet, Sweet, Spirit" were sung as family, close friends and celebrities gathered
to pay their respects.
Although he lived a life of fame and still has fans that idolize him, Elvis never forgot that his talents were God-given. And he let it be known that he was
a believer of the almighty God in heaven and he was not to be looked on as an idol.
As we, our children, and our children's children continue to carry his memory with us through his unforgettable
music we will always remember that dreams really do come true.
Main Street Trolley I - Summer
This original available
While managing a local sign company, Joyce was chosen to do the lettering, pin-striping, and hand painting on the Main Street Trolleys in Memphis. It was from this work that Joyce conceived the idea for her first print which grew into her series of trolley prints. Main Street Trolley, with its summer setting, is the first in this series of seasonal prints. As the trolley passes Court Square, the historic fountain and the Tennessee Club can be seen in the background.
A whimsical touch is Joyce's daughter, Kristi, portrayed as the small girl near
the fountain. You will find Kristi somewhere in each trolley scene.
These trolleys have been John Gresham's movie, "The Client," and on Country Music Video's.
2200 S/N
(16x24).............SOLD OUT
Signed Mini (10x14)...........$20
Artist Proof .......................$80
Main Street Trolley II - Spring
This original available
As part of her seasonal series of prints depicting
the Memphis Trolley's, Joyce has captured the trolley in spring as its route takes us to South Main Street in Memphis
near the historic Beale Street area. The famous Orpheum Theater stands out against the Memphis skyline, and the
"Grand Hotel of the South," the Peabody Hotel, can been seen in the background.
As in her previous trolley
print, Joyce's daughter again appears as the small girl standing near the fountain.
4200 S/N (16x24).............$40
Signed Mini (10x14)...........$20
Main Street Trolley III - Autumn
This original available
In the third of Joyce's seasonal series of trolley prints, the trolleys move past the Civic Center Plaza in the autumn dusk. Visible in the background: The Memphis City Hall, the Federal Building and the lights on the Hernando Desoto Bridge spanning the Mississippi River.
The light is left on in the mayor's office to show
our gratitude for the overwhelming improvements made to our beautiful
downtown Memphis.
Playing in the dancing waters are Kristi (in the hat) and her best
friend, Lauren Murray. Several of Joyce's friends and family are depicted as passengers on the trolleys.
4200 S/N (16x24).............$40
Signed Mini (10x14)...........$20
Main Street Trolley IV - Winter
This original available
With the trolley continuing its route in this winter scene of downtown Memphis, Joyce completes her series of seasonal trolley prints. In this latest watercolor print, one of the larger trolleys is pictured in the foreground with the historic First United Methodist Church in the background, the oldest church in Memphis.
Joyce used herself and her brother as the children in the foreground to symbolize fond memories of playing in the snow and her dream even as a child to be an artist. As the children are waiting for the trolley to pass, they are also looking into her future with the trolleys giving Joyce her start. The people riding the trolley are all her family members.
As in the other trolley prints, Joyce has pictured her daughter along with her husband, Ralph. In recent years, Memphis has had only a few measurable snowfalls. As a result, this father and daughter couldn't pass up the opportunity to build a snowman and throw a few snowballs on Memphis' Main Street Mall along with Patchy, their black and white toy poodle.
4200 S/N (16x24).............$40
Signed Mini (10x14)...........$20
The Pink Palace
This original available
The pink marble mansion at 3050 Central Avenue in
Memphis, Tennessee is a local landmark which is the site of the Memphis Pink Palace Museum and Planetarium.
Clarence Saunders was the first man to design the systematic shopping
idea. He was a grocery store magnate and founder of Piggly Wiggly. He began building the 35,223 square foot mansion
as his dream home in 1922. He named the house Cla-Le-Clare after his three children, Clay, Lee, and Clare. However,
from the beginning the public referred to it as The Pink Palace. Only a year after beginning construction of the
house, Saunders lost his wealth in an epic Wall Street stock market battle. In 1923, the unfinished building and
nine acres were given to the city of Memphis and transformed into a science and history museum. Through the years,
Saunders' mansion has remained intact with the additions of a planetarium, exhibition hall, and underground education
wing, and IMAX Theater.
The Pink Palace became a favorite spot for visitors of all ages when
it became a Memphis museum. With its pink marble exterior, its lavish white marble entrance and staircase, and
its lush gardens, the Pink Palace symbolized the elegance of days gone by.
4200 S/N (18x28).............$40
Signed Mini (8.5x12.5).......$20
