Jim was also featured in the gift tent for the 2006 Grammy Awards. Jim created the art work for the gift trunks that were handed out to the celebrities.
Jim was featured in the gift lounge at the 2006 American Music Awards.
He rubbed elbows with many of today's most popular artist. They were enamored
by his paintings and many had a piece commissioned for themselves.
Barry Manilow commented, "Great work. I can't wait to see what you
do with Copacabana". Just before posing with Lionel Richie, Lionel
said Jim's paintings were "Extremely Unique". Chad Kroger the
lead singer from Nickelback said, "Great interpretation of our music.
Jim's use of color is amazing". Compliments and positive energy floated
in throughout the night as a parade of brilliant musicians visited Jim's
booth.