The Freedom Rock featured in Iowa State's VISIONS Magazine

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The Freedom Rock® was featured on page 17 of the summer 2011 edition of Iowa State University's VISIONS magazine. This edition was in honor of Iowa Staters who've served their country. We felt privileged to be mentioned in the same magazine with such a fine group of Americans! Thank you all for your service & God Bless!

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Flag of Honor

As I was going through the mail at the studio today, I came across a package. I didn't recognize the name but I was curious to see what was inside. It was a flag, not the kind of flag I'm used to seeing on a regular business around here but a "Flag of Honor." It was sent to us from a woman named, Kelly. It reads:

"This flag is created from the names of those who perished in the terrorist attacks of 9/11. Now and forever it represents their immortality. We shall never forget them." 

We were honored to display it in our studio in memory of the 10th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks. Thanks again, Kelly for sending this to us. 

God bless the victims of the 9/11 tragedy and their families. 

For more information on this project, please visit: http://flagofhonor.org/

2010 Freedom Rock featured on Veterans Affairs of Iowa Booklets

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The north side of the 2010 Freedom Rock was featured on the front of the Iowa Department of Veterans Affairs booklets. The booklet is a State and Federal Benefits guide for Veterans and Dependents. It offers brief descriptions and access to the wide range of benefits and services offered to Veterans and their family members by the Department of Veterans Affairs and the State of Iowa.

We were happy to be a part of this project and would like to thank the Veterans Affairs of Iowa for contacting us. Anytime we are able to help our Veterans-we are honored to do so! Booklets are available for free at Sorensen Studios in Greenfield, IA or simply visit: https://va.iowa.gov

*Front cover picture copyright 1999-present: THE FREEDOM ROCK/SORENSEN STUDIOS
*The Freedom Rock® is a registered trademark and is used with permission

American Flag Mural

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Bubba just recently finished this American Flag mural at Greenfield Auto Sales in Greenfield, Iowa. He painted a cross section of a flag over an old farm tire service sign.

If you are interested in a free quote for an art project by Bubba, just give us a call or email the studio: 641.343.7110 or sorensenstudios@yahoo.com.

Did you know that artwork at your building site can increase business? Check out what everyone is saying about this American Flag mural here: http://www.facebook.com/TheFreedomRock

Best in the West: Patriotic Attraction

Marge and Terry Moore, chairs of the Adair County Tourism Council, nominated The Freedom Rock as "Best in the West: Patriotic Attraction" for the Western Iowa Tourism Region and it won. Thanks Marge and Terry for thinking of The Freedom and for all who voted.

Indie's Hidden Love Note

Ever since the Redbook Magazine article mentioned it, a lot of visitors now ask us, "Where's the hidden love note?" It's sort of become a fun game for you all...well, here you go!

"I mentioned in an earlier post that "I subtly painted a note to my wife and unborn child on the front (west) side of The Freedom Rock. Well I thought I'd share where my note is to our unborn daugther who will be named Independence (or Indie for short). I highlighted it and circled it in red in this picture...it's not that easy to see if you visit The Freedom Rock. I'll share my wife's note a little later. Hope you enjoy."

Or view it on the Freedom Rock Facebook Page by clicking here!

Children's Rock Artwork

We had a teacher ask if Bubba would take a look at some fellow artist's own little "Freedom Rocks". We snapped a photo with Bubba standing beside their artwork in the studio and sent it to the class. The teacher said they really got a kick out of knowing "the artist of The Freedom Rock" looked at their drawings. Too cute-thank you all for your support and we're glad you're so interested in sharing our love for supporting our nation's heroes!

Korean War Veteran visits Sorensen Studios..

Dennis E. Dorman, a Korena War Veteran, visited the the studio a few days ago and presented me with a ornate South Korean Flag.  It's inspired me to look more into what is known as "The Forgotten War", specifically The Battle of Chosin Reservoir, also known as the Chosin Reservoir Campaign, which Dennis fought in.  Who knows...this may lead to some artwork in honor of those we lost in that hard fought war.  Thanks again Dennis

The 2012 Freedom Rock Calendar!

Did you hear? The 2012 Freedom Rock Calendars are here and each month features a story about one of our nation's heroes. We think this is such a great addition to the calendar and are excited to start receiving nominations for 2013. Check out the stories by ordering your calendar today at The Freedom Rock Store!
Each calendar will be signed by the artist, Ray "Bubba Sorensen II. Calendars are also available at Sorensen Studios open Tuesday-Friday 10a.m.-5:30p.m. and Saturdays by appointment.

*All proceeds benefit The Freedom Rock project. (paint, supplies, transportation, flags, groundskeeping etc.)
Also, please take a moment to view our sponsors: Union State Bank of Greenfield & Bridgewater, Cardinal IG Glass Industries, Livestock Plus Inc., American Legion Post 265 Head Endres & Olive Branch (formerly The Old Hotel).

Tour Bus 6/1/11

Photo by Ray "Bubba" Sorensen II, Sorensen Studios

We had a great group of people at The Freedom Rock and Sorensen Studios today. And by great, we not only mean they were a wonderful bunch to visit with but there were a lot of them! As you can see from the picture, we had a full one today!

Thank you all for visiting The Freedom Rock and our studio. We appreciate your support.