[Congressional Record Volume 158, Number 81 (Friday, June 1, 2012)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E949]
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                   ART DIRECTORS GUILD 75TH BIRTHDAY

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                         HON. HOWARD L. BERMAN

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                          Friday, June 1, 2012

  Mr. BERMAN. Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to honor the Art Directors 
Guild, IATSE, Local 800, on the occasion of its 75th birthday on June 
2nd of this year. Many of the movies and television shows we all enjoy 
would not exist without the hard work of the ADG and its members.
  The Art Directors Guild is a trade union comprised of production 
designers, art directors, illustrators, storyboard artists, scenic, 
title and graphic artists, and set designers. Its members represent 
2,000 creative crafts people who design motion pictures, television 
shows and commercials. These dedicated artists bring pleasure to 
millions across the globe.
  In 1924, pioneers of art direction founded a fraternal order called 
the Cinemagundi Club, which, in 1937, became the Society of Motion 
Picture Art Directors. That assembly has become the Art Directors Guild 
we know today, a group that has served the industry proudly for 75 
years. We are celebrating the Guild's journey this year, honoring their 
past and supporting and encouraging the many contributions they will 
make to the industry in the future.
  The ADG also provides many cultural opportunities for members of the 
community to enjoy. The Guild runs an art gallery in North Hollywood 
that is open to the public. It provides panels, workshops and training 
for members as well as others interested in the field to foster a 
spirit of innovation in the entertainment industry. It also publishes 
``Perspective,'' a monthly magazine that covers topics of importance to 
entertainment industry professionals.
  Mr. Speaker and distinguished colleagues, I ask you to join me in 
recognizing the Art Directors Guild and its members for their years of 
hard work and dedication to the entertainment industry.

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