A Sign of the Times Acrylic Print
by Christopher McKenzie
Product Details
A Sign of the Times acrylic print by Christopher McKenzie. Bring your artwork to life with the stylish lines and added depth of an acrylic print. Your image gets printed directly onto the back of a 1/4" thick sheet of clear acrylic. The high gloss of the acrylic sheet complements the rich colors of any image to produce stunning results. Two different mounting options are available, see below.
Design Details
This is my recent shot of an old 40 foot tall retro movie theater sign in Overland Park, KS. ... more
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Comments (6)
Artist's Description
This is my recent shot of an old 40 foot tall retro movie theater sign in Overland Park, KS.
After five years of planning and the expenditure of more than $500,000, the Glenwood Theatre opened to the public on November 23, 1966.
Hailed as �Kansas City�s Luxury Theater�, it maintained that stature for over 33 years.
Outside, a large fountain stood amongst beautifully landscaped grounds. Inside, the Grand Promenade exhibited statues, a fireplace, and most noticeably, a 15 feet wide by 15 feet tall imported Italian crystal chandelier.
Hostesses escorted movie patrons into the 816 seat auditorium, which boasted high back red rocker lounge chairs and a fully carpeted floor.
As a movie would begin, 40 foot tall curtains would slowly retract to reveal a 70 feet wide by 35 feet tall curved screen.
The Glenwood Theatre quickly became the most popular theatres in the Kansas City area, setting the world record for �Star Wars� after making $1 million the first y...
About Christopher McKenzie
As a child I received my love of art from my mother who I watched write poetry, paint with pastels and draw with pencils and charcoal. I followed her by painting with Acrylics and drawing some myself as I went through my teenage years, and I also had a couple of inspiring art teachers in middle school. As an adult I was able to afford a camera and I transitioned to photography. I am based in the Midwest, in a suburb of Kansas City, and although I capture time with my camera primarily as a hobby I take it very seriously. Though most of my work comes from close to home I have also captured quite a few images in other parts of the US from my travels. There are artists, and then there are folks who have a keen eye for art and are able to...
$79.00
Elijah Knight
Congratulations
Christopher McKenzie replied:
Thank you, Elijah.
Lynn Sprowl
Congratulations on your sale, Christopher!
Christopher McKenzie replied:
Thanks, Lynn!
Catherine Sherman
Fun shot, Christopher! I remember the old Glenwood. Then I followed the sign to Metcalf South, and now it's moving again. Thanks for the history. Liked and favorited!
Christopher McKenzie replied:
It was quite a place. The original Glenwood also had a mini-golf course, and a Motel. If you stayed at the Motel you got movie passes. After I posted this I decided on a more appropriate title that I think works better.
Lynn Sprowl
I like this...!!!
Christopher McKenzie replied:
I appreciate it, Lynn.
CJ Anderson
Awesome shot and story, Chris!
Christopher McKenzie replied:
Thanks, CJ.