Friday, August 28, 2009

VUAM unveiling at Google Headquarters

The day of August 25th 2009 Google graciously invited Viktor to unveil his collection of sculptures at their headquarters in Mountain View California. The event was a complete success!
People from various parts of the country came to see the unveiling of some truly amazing busts that took Viktor a little over six years to create.
Unfortunately Zale Perry, Stan Waterman, Ron and Valerie Taylor were not able to make it but they will surely love the placement of these picturesque granite busts at the Google location.
Men, women and children gathered around the sculptures as they were unveiled one by one. The anticipation sent shivers and gasps of excitement as the white sheets were lifted off. Some Google employees as well as the guests decided to partake in this event by walking leisurely by the artwork and taking pictures with the busts as well.
Many sincere thank you's go out to all the people that have believed, cared and understood Viktor's mission in fusing the world of art and love of the ocean together! There is not enough time, space and words to say how VUAM is incredibly touched for all your help!!


Here are just a few sample pictures from the unveiling...


Eric Schmidt introducing Viktor to the awaiting crowd


Many people gathered around the sculptures to get a chance to take pictures, touch and ask one on one questions


"Her Deepness" Dr. Sylvia Earle assisting Viktor in unveiling her portrait


"Oceanographic Technician" dedicated to Jacques Yves Cousteau


Philippe Cousteau's portrait entitled "Spirit of Thalassa"


Jean-Michel Cousteau face to face with the "Navigator"


Viktor is helping Jim Clark unveil "Man with a Camera" depicting Stan Waterman


"Fishy Business" A philosophical concept created to inspire young explorers such as Taylor and Morgan Griffith. What do you see it as?

4 comments:

  1. This is a wonderful achievement!
    Congratulations, Viktor!!!!
    With best regards,
    -Michele Hall

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  2. Viktor,
    Congratulations !
    Wow... are the pieces to stay in Mountain View ?
    I was impresses with your previous VIP photos but the one with Eric Schmidt is a real keeper.
    -Josh

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  3. Victor, What pleasant surprise that you found a beautiful campus on which to place these wonderful pieces. I have a few questions for you and one of them is would you give me the right to reproduce these in Second Life?
    Please give me a call, you still know my number or you can reach me through email. It would be optimal if we were to get support for people to view these in Second Life at NOAA or other pertinent sites. Thank you, julz

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  4. Congratulations, Viktor!
    These sculptures are absolutely incredible. I cannot wait to see them in person.

    All the best,
    Jennifer Martin

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