4th Veterans Day Appearance

Our 4th and final "Veterans Day" appearance of 2010 was at the Lions of Iowa District 9SW Convention. We were treated to a very nice supper and greeted by so many American Patriots and Veterans.

Bubba spoke to the crowd about The Freedom Rock® and his efforts in supporting America's Veterans; which the Lions Club should applaud itself for as well! Especially, Ardie Klemish, might I add. She and her husband, Ken, dedicate much of their time in support of our military men and women. We would like to thank them for inviting us to be a part of their special night.

Also-check out their district pin which features "The Freedom Rock®" on it. If you would like to purchase one, please contact Ardie Klemish at: kanda@iowatelecom.net
Proceeds directly benefit America's service men and women.

Photo Explanation:
1 - Table Setting
2 - Bubba speaking to guests about The Freedom Rock®
3 - Presentation/Folding of the American Flag by Veterans and crosses/flogs in honor of those who've passed
4 - Lions District 9SW pin featuring The Freedom Rock® logo
5 - Bubba's "The Beautiful" painting on display

If you are interested in having Bubba come speak to your group about The Freedom Rock®, please call or email at 641.343.7110 or sorensenstudios@yahoo.com

photo credit: Sorensen Studios

3rd Veterans Day Appearance

Our 3rd Veterans Day Appearance was in Maryville, Missouri at the Maryville Middle School.
Bubba spoke to a group of middle school students and staff. It was by far one of the most well behaved schools we have visited in awhile-you all should be very proud! They had great questions and seemed to be very genuinely interested in The Freedom Rock®. But most importantly they were very appreciative of our Nation's Heroes-just who we love to speak to!


Thanks again you Spoofhound'ers!


Pictured L to R: Principal Kevin Pitts & Ray "Bubba" Sorensen II
photo credit: Sorensen Studios

2nd Veterans Day Appearance

Our second appearance was no where other than at The Freedom Rock®. We planned on adding five different Viet Nam Veterans ashes to the north side on Veterans Day. One veterans ashes being added had family present but the rest were sent to us from all over the country. Here are a few pictures of the event.

For those of you that don't know, in 2006 while Bubba was re-painting The Freedom Rock®, some Viet Nam Veterans stopped by on their way to the wall in D.C. and had the remains of some fellow Viet Nam brothers. They asked Bubba if they could sprinkle the ashes at the base of the rock in which Bubba replied, "They will just blow away. Why don't you just pour them into my paint and I will put them directly on The Freedom Rock® and they will be there forever". Ever since then we receive requests from all over to put their loved ones on the "Viet Nam Tribute" (north side) of The Freedom Rock®; making it a true memorial.

What an amazing experience that was to watch as Bubba took the ashes, poured them into his green paint and spread them onto The Freedom Rock® with his paint brush. There were definitely some tears gathering in my eyes especially as I glanced at the family who were completely silent.

P.S. In the middle of all this, a woman came with more ashes in hopes that we would be at The Freedom Rock® so she could add her fallen soldiers on a special Veterans Holiday. We ended up adding 7 different veterans ashes that day.

*click the photos to learn more about them.

photo credit: Sorensen Studios

Chris Fehn

It was amazing to me that Chris Fehn of the band Slipknot had even heard of The Freedom Rock® but when my wife told me he was coming to visit it, and then come down to our studio I was blown away.

Chris was cool enough to bring his iconic mask to pose for some pics with my artwork and even signed the Slipknot "s" I had painted in my work area.

After some talking we decided to eat at my In-Laws restaurant "The Old Hotel" in Greenfield, Iowa. It was a great evening and I want to thank Kathy and Heather for helping to get this together.

Patriotic Snowman Christmas Cards!

Honor the troops while sending out your Christmas cards this year!
Please stop by or call/email the studio if you're interested in purchasing: 641.343.7110 (leave a message) OR sorensenstudios@yahoo.com

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photo credit: SORENSEN STUDIOS

700 Club cont'd

Watch Bubba & The Freedom Rock® on the 700 Club by clicking the link below. They did an amazing job and we'd like to thank them so much for their support!

And most importantly-THANK YOU VETERANS FOR OUR FREEDOM! We had a very fun-filled day of appearances and had the privilege of meeting so many wonderful veterans. We'll try to blog soon about all of that!

Ray Sorensen: Freedom Rock Features on The 700 Club CBN.com

The Mohawk

The Freedom Rock® was featured in The Mohawk newsletter.
Click the left image to learn more.

Thanks for your support guys!

The 700 Club

Bubba and The Freedom Rock® will be featured on The 700 Club, this Veterans Day, Thursday, November 11th. Watch this one on one interview with The Freedom Rock® artist himself as they interview him at his artwork/photography studio in Greenfield, IA.

For more information, click the Press Release to the left.