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Clyde Franklin is the most diverse designer and artist within image productions. Clyde was born in the
City and State of New Orleans, Louisiana.
His explosive talents first merged in high school's Track and Field programs, and alternately into
Southern University's - world record Track & Field club.
Clyde also was a renown trumpeter for numerous musical artist, such as: Johnny Taylor; Candy
Staton; Clarence Carter; and Gladys Knight & the Pips. Currently, Clyde performs as a vocalist in
world renown - Glide Ensemble Gospel Choir.
Reverend, Cecil William (pastor) & Janice Mirikitani (Executive Director and President of the Glide
Foundation).
Clyde's interest in Art, first manifested within the Engineering Department at Southern University,
Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Other educational credits were earned from:
Trinity Business College, San Francisco, California;
Skyline College, San Mateo, California;
College Of Alameda, Alameda, California;
City College of San Francisco, California;
The Academy of Arts University, San Francisco, Ca; and,
West-wood College Online, Denver, Colorado.
The most aspirant design by Clyde was his invention of "THE WHISTLE-HEADDRESS" and
ultimately, cartoon character "WHISTLE-MAN."
WHISTLE-MAN was filmed by: Real People TV; and John Stanley's Creature Features Late Night
Show. Also, Whistle-Man appeared live at Hunter's Point Pride Parade, San Francisco, CA.
Rev. Ishmael Burch (Director).
Clyde Franklin is also author of several fictitious story plots in reference to WHISTLE-MAN's creation
and arrival on earth.
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