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CONTACT: Duane Grier 757 561-6261 BOAA-VAG@bestofartists.com The New Best of America Oil Artists Volume II book showcases some of America 's finest oil artists.  Washington, DC, February 9th, 2010 The Best of America Oil Artists Volume II book features 165 outstanding American artists in two beautiful soft cover edition books. The works of each featured artist are displayed over two full-color pages and includes their contact information and gallery representation. The Best of America Oil Artists Volume II book is an important edition to the American art world because it goes beyond deceased artists and “masters” to showcase outstanding living artists who are creating a vast array of stunning, imaginative and innovative artwork. Kennedy Publishing publishes the Best of Artists and Artisans book series that highlights outstanding artists from around the world. The company has published 16 previous books and has promoted over 1,500 artists to art enthusiasts, museums and galleries across the United States. Kennedy Publishing is slated to publish 20 new Best Of books in 2010. “So many brilliant American artists have not received the consistent national exposure and recognition that there work so richly deserves – we hope in some small way our books help change that.” says Adam P. Kennedy, Publisher and co-founder of Kennedy Publishing. The books are sold exclusively on-line at www.bestofartists.com/best-of-books. BLICK Art Materials, www.dickblick.com, one of the largest and oldest providers of art supplies in the United States is the primary sponsor and Savor Faire, www.savoirfaire.com, makers of fine products like Fabriano paper and Sennelier paints is the supporting sponsor. ###