The Making of FOSSILS INSIDE OUT: Global Fusion of Science, Art, & Culture

115 N. Church Avenue,Tucson AZ 85701

17 November, 2021

Description

Hear about Thomas Wiewandt’s journey in producing and publishing his amazing new book Fossils Inside Out, followed by a book signing. The Making of FOSSILS INSIDE OUT: A Global Fusion of Science, Art, & Culture presented by Author-Photographer-Publisher Thomas Wiewandt. Thirty-four years in the making, this lavishly illustrated educational “coffee-table” book has won a 2021 IBPA Silver Benjamin Franklin Award and was honored as a Finalist in the Next Generation Indie Book Awards. FOSSILS INSIDE OUT is written for anyone interested in the past, present, and future of life on Earth. Chapter 1 is devoted to the evolution of Tucson’s annual Gem, Mineral, & Fossil Showcase event. To see a one-minute flip-through of the book, visit Thomas Wiewandt's website. Presentation: 4:00-5:00pm | Signing: 5:00-5:30pm Thomas Wiewandt holds an MS in Zoology, University of Arizona, and a PhD in Ecology & Evolutionary Biology, Cornell University. With a passion for science and art, Thomas has forged a career in natural history media and owns Wild Horizons Productions. He lives in Tucson, home of the world’s largest Gem, Mineral, & Fossil Showcase. The Pima County Historic Courthouse is among Tucson’s most beloved landmarks. Designed by architect Roy Place, this iconic Spanish Colonial Revival-styled structure was built in 1929 and remained in service for an 86-year span during which time it served as the backdrop for numerous wedding proceedings and became home to several County departments.