2008 Christmas cards sent by Governor Schwarzenegger and Maria Shriver. The design was created by Dennis Francesconi, a member of the Mouth and Foot Painting Artists.

For 2008, Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger and his wife Maria Shriver kicked off the Christmas season with the theme “WE Celebrate.” This theme celebrates California’s bravest and most inspiring individuals who represent the strength and perseverance of California’s people. With that being said, the Governor and the First Lady spread the Holiday cheer with these Christmas cards designed by a member of Mouth and Foot Painting Artists – Dennis Francesconi. Francesconi’s acrylic painting, entitled “Christmas Night,” depicts an exquisite Christmas tree adorned with ornaments standing majestically in a starry night sky surrounded by brightly colored presents.

Schwarzenegger and Shriver’s personal greeting inside is a wish not only for peace within yourself, but also for peace in our country and throughout the world. These beautiful Christmas cards were sent by the Governor and the First Lady to more than 9,000 people, which included 4,500 members of the California National Guard stationed overseas.

Dennis Francesconi, who is a quadriplegic and is wheelchair-bound, painted this picture with his mouth. Dennis was injured almost 30 years ago at the age of 17 in a water skiing accident. Dennis first learned to write with his mouth and then later on learned to paint with his mouth. He was invited to exhibit some of his work on the website of the world renowned Saatchi Gallery London. This website was formed 20 years ago and is best known for the innovative forum it provides for established and upcoming contemporary artists. He also had several images published in the November issue of Parent Guide Magazine. The magazine also published a very informative article about the Mouth and Foot Painting Artists.