Aug 3-7 AIDE Sydney Pascal 1st solo show

COOL DIVING AT AIDE , mixed media on canvas by Pascal, The Painter of Blue ®, 12″x16″ 31×41 cm, lec 957a, 2017, priv.coll. ©pascal lecocq

After the JapanSingapore and Palau, Pascal’s paintings are back in Asia during the Australian International Dive Expo for the 1st time   http://australiadiveexpo.com/new.

Presentation: 40 years of Blue Paintings of Sharks and Divers
Pascal made presentations in Singapore (Adex 2011) and Palau (Shark week 2014), and is a featured artist at MIDE, Kuala Lumpur, since 2014.
http://australiadiveexpo.com/new.
International Convention Centre Sydney at Cockle Bay in Darling Harbour, Sydney
Operating Hour
The opening dates and times for the expo are as follows:
• Thursday 3 August Halls 10am – 8pm Marina 10am – 7pm
• Friday 4 August Halls 10am – 8pm Marina 10am – 7pm
• Saturday 5 August Halls 10am – 8pm Marina 10am – 7pm
• Sunday 6 August Halls 10am – 8pm Marina 10am – 7pm
• Monday 7 August Halls 10am – 8pm Marina 10am – 7pm
Halls : There are two entrances (one on each level) for visitors and exhibitors.
• Lower level entry – Hall 2, via concourse (level 2) and proceed
down escalators.
• Upper level entry – Hall 6 (level 4)
Tickets can be purchased from the following locations:
• Exhibition Centre: in the foyer outside Hall 2 (on level 2).
• Outdoor ticket box in Darling Harbour (next to the Woodward Water
Feature on west side of Cockle Bay).
• Tickets for the show can be purchased online or at the door to the Show

 

Pascal  Lecocq, PhD, is the painter of the diving world most recognized picture: The Matador.

He is the Painter of Blue who paints as a stage director, on high blue backdrops, sky, figures, funny divers, all between hypperrealism and surrealism, flavored with humor.

Pascal’s paintings have been exhibited worldwide in more than 300 solo exhibitions since 1977, and in museums in France (2000-2001) and USA (2012-2013).

He is also a set and costumes designer for many operas since 1986.

Pascal is doing workshops and children drawing contests to help and promote children to express themselves by painting and being concerned by the environment.

The French painter lives and works in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA, since 2003.

 

 

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July: Ocean Geographic Pictures of the Year 2016/17 Pascal Award

I’ve been honored to have the Ocean Geographic Pictures of the year naming one of the categorie THE PASCAL LECOCQ AWARD FOR OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT, along side the legendaries Ernie Brooks , David Doubilet and Jennifer Hayes Undersea Images, Eric Bettens, Stan Waterman , Ron and Valerie Taylor, Stephen Frink , Alex Mustard, Michael Aw and others.
The Creative Vision – the Pascal Lecocq Award for Outstanding Achievement – looked
for unique, surprising, artistic interpretations of the ocean (intertidal or from the surface, abstract or ambiguous, but has to be executed to exacting photographic techniques). We looked for a distinct, well thought out process, originality and an attempt to convey a greater understanding of our watery planet.

Thanks Michael Aw, Wildlife photographer, Author, Founder Ocean Geographic, Senior Fellow International League of Conservation Photographers, Fellow – Explorers Club, www.michaelaw.com

More about THE PASCAL LECOCQ AWARD FOR OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT, and results.

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July 27th Pascal proudly sponsors Sharkwater, new vessel for Fins Attached

We believe in the preservation of our world’s precious resources and that through the protection of the ocean’s apex predators marine ecosystem balance can be maintained for the benefit of all living things on earth

SHARKWATER Christening.

Fins Attached, is excited to announce the christening of the research expedition vessel, M/Y Sharkwater. The event will take place at the Bahia Mar Marina in Fort Lauderdale on July 27 from 4:00 – 7:00 PM, and is open to the public. Fins Attached is pleased to name the vessel Sharkwater, to honor the late filmmaker, Rob Stewart. Fins Attached has partnering with the Sharkwater Team to help finish the filming of Sharkwater Extinction.

Sharkwater is a 134 foot vessel that was originally built in Japan and used by Japanese fisheries, but now has been repurposed for the good of our oceans through the marine research and conservation mission of Fins Attached. Sharkwater will be a host to many different professions within the field. Scientists, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), marine science students, and documentary crews will have the opportunity to conduct fieldwork, and to achieve the objectives of Fins Attached. Scientists and film crews have already reached out to Fins Attached to be able to use Sharkwater over the next 12 months.

Gaining its own research expedition vessel will allow the nonprofit to expand its mission. Fins Attached works toward saving marine animal life, sharks in particular. “Shark populations are on the decline, and in some species, by over 95%. As Rob Stewart always said, saving our oceans is saving us.” Stated Alex Antoniou, Fins Attached founder.

“Being able to support research, conversation, and education of the apex predators of the sea is what Sharkwater is all about,” Antoniou continued.

“The Sharkwater team is proud to be a part of the Sharkwater research vessel and we know Rob Stewart was thrilled to have been involved in this significant initiative. It’s imperative we support the oceans and all its creatures and this boat will provide an excellent resource for researchers, scientists, and conservation groups for years to come,” began Brian and Sandy Stewart. “A giant thank you to Alex…and his organization Fins Attached for making this happen. As Rob said, ‘Conservation is the preservation of human life on earth and that above all else is worth fighting for,’ concluded Brian.

SUPPORT SHARKWATER

Sponsorship Opportunities
Sharkwater will conduct over 25 expeditions a year with various groups and donors. Sponsorships are available. Individuals and companies can sponsor areas of the ship, including:

  • Dive Deck Operations
  • Lounge and Dinning areas
  • Individual Guest Cabins
  • Dive Skiffs

All sponsors will be recognized during the christening event as well as onboard recognition throughout the year, and through the Fins Attached communication channels. Additionally, sponsorships are tax deductible. Contact info@finsattached to become a sponsor.

Thank you to our sponsors for Sharkwater
Dania Cut Super Yacht Repair
Broward Shipyard Inc
Brownies Marine Group
Maritime Cook Islands
Nautical Structures
Headhunter Inc
Automated Marine Services
CNB Marine Restoration
Bahia Mar Yachting Center
Cellars Wine and Spirits
NOVA Southeastern University
Pascal Lecoq (Painter of Blue)
Colorado Dive and Travel Adventures
A1 Scuba and Travel Aquatic Center
Denver Divers
McWhinney

SHARKWATER IS AVAILABLE

Sharkwater will be working in the Eastern Pacific, especially in the Eastern Tropical Pacific, which includes Cocos Island (Costa Rica), Malpelo Island (Colombia), and the Galapagos Islands (Ecuador), collectively referred to as the “triangle.” She will be used to support the research and conservation efforts of partner researchers and NGOs in the region. Additionally, Sharkwater will conduct expedition in Mexico at Guadalupe and Socorro. Beyond this, film crews will have access to Sharkwater. Contact info@finsattached for more information.

 

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July 8-9 Pascal 2nd Solo Show at SharkCon Tampa

The painter of Blue and Sharks will be exhibiting at the next SharkCon in Tampa.

The event will be held at the Florida Fair Grounds, Tampa. It will be held Saturday July 8th, 20167 from 9am-5pm & Sunday July 9th, 2017 from 10am-5pm.

 

 See last year Pascal’s show

 

 

 

SharkCon is an event that brings those who love the ocean together for a weekend of education and the fun of a Comic Con.

SharkCon has something for everyone who loves the ocean.

Presented by The Florida Aquarium – SharkCon is an ocean conservation, scuba, water sports expo. We have something for the whole family. We have speakers like Eli Martinez and Duncan Brake from Shark Week, Anthony Ferrante the director of the Sharknado movies, Chris Fischer from OCEARCH, and shark scientist like Dr. Stephen Kajiuru, Hannah Medd, Dr. Alex Antoniou, Dr. Heather Blacktail and Dr.Rick Macpherson. We have the whale activist and author of Salt, Krill Carson. We have the author of Sharks of the Shallow, Dr. Jeff Carrier. We even have Brent Winner from Fish and Wildlife giving a shark and Ray ID presentation. Shark Conservationist and founder of Sharks4Kids, Jillian Morris Brake. There are tons of kids activities, exhibits from Fish and Wildlife, Busch Gardens, and the Shark Conservation Center, and water sport clinics. We will also have the Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium mobile exhibit on site! In addition there are over 100 marine related vendors. Check page for speaker, event and exhibit announcements. Event parking at the Fairgrounds is $6.

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July: Ocean Geographic Pictures of the Year 2016/17 Pascal Award – Results

I’ve been honored to have the Ocean Geographic Pictures of the year naming one of the categorie THE PASCAL LECOCQ AWARD FOR OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT, along side the legendaries Ernie Brooks , David Doubilet and Jennifer Hayes Undersea Images, Eric Bettens, Stan Waterman , Ron and Valerie Taylor, Stephen Frink , Alex Mustard, Michael Aw and others.
The Creative Vision – the Pascal Lecocq Award for Outstanding Achievement – looked
for unique, surprising, artistic interpretations of the ocean (intertidal or from the surface, abstract or ambiguous, but has to be executed to exacting photographic techniques). We looked for a distinct, well thought out process, originality and an attempt to convey a greater understanding of our watery planet.

Thanks Michael Aw, Wildlife photographer, Author, Founder Ocean Geographic, Senior Fellow International League of Conservation Photographers, Fellow – Explorers Club, www.michaelaw.com

1  Winner ,”The great architecture of the universe combines the 4 elements ( fire/sun, air/sky, earth/land, up and u/w, water/drop) to enable life (algae and starfish) on our (rond and watery) planet, in a beautiful harmony (the golden ratio illustrated by the star(fish)) and composition of this outstanding creative vision of the ocean and nature.”Pascal Lecocq 2017

2 Runner Up

“Microcosm of life reflects the macrocosm of the universe and vice versa and the light reveals the same complexity and fragility of both. A suggestion made possible by a well composed scene and the skill and artistic gift of a photographer.”Pascal Lecocq 2017

 3 and 4 couple of Honourable Mention or Special Mention.

“A colorful painting (!) pointing out the beauty offered underwater. Not agressive, dynamic, deep and perfectly composed.”Pascal Lecocq 2017
“Ice or glass sculpture, solid. fluid or gaz, nothing than water can be turned into art. Just ad the personal point of view of a photographer and the idea to rotate the picture…”Pascal Lecocq 2017

Special Mention is for a picture with a unique perspective or idea.
“A yin yang of the universe mixing space and depth in the shades of (my beloved) blue. Stars and nebulae, gaseous galaxies and liquid abstraction where spacial vessels or little fish cotoie  the super novae of life, light conecting the ocean to the whole, and how fool we humans are to destroyed such beauty, thanks to the artist suggesting such meaning.”Pascal Lecocq 2017
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