In 1974 the world was introduced to two things that changed the world in their respective fields: KISS and JAWS. As KISS went on to become the Hottest Band in the World, JAWS went from a worldwide best selling novel to the the very first summer blockbuster film directed by Steven Spielberg. One very important element to the success of JAWS was the painting, originally created by Roger Kastel for the paperback release of the book and later for the movie poster. What many do not know is that this painting is missing!

KISS notables Ralph Asbury and Chris Kiszka have joined forces to produce a documentary retracing the steps of the JAWS painting, from creation to disappearance, as well as an effort to locate and recover this lost Hollywood treasure! In order to do so, the duo are calling on the popular crowdfunding website Kickstarter to make this project a reality. A budget goal of $50,000 has been set, and are asking JAWS fans and KISS fans alike to make a pledge to this project. In doing so, contributors will be rewarded with their names appearing in the credits of the film, limited edition DVDs and merchandise, as well as opportunities to appear on screen in the production.

Visit the Kickstarter page to contribute:

The Lost Shark: Searching for the Art of JAWS

http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/lunarmoth/the-lost-shark-searching-for-the-art-of-jaws

“Much like images of KISS, the JAWS painting is instantly recognized by people around the world.” says Asbury, who KISS fans are familiar with from his design work on Eric Carr: Unfinished Business and as the designer of founding KISS drummer Peter Criss’ website, PeterCriss.net. “Everyone is familiar with the story of JAWS from the book and the movie, but the original painting has an incredible story of its own that needs to be told.”

Kiszka, also known in KISS circles as “Chris the Bodyguard” for his protective services to Ace Frehley and Peter Criss, is the owner and curator of the largest collection of screen used JAWS props and memorabilia in the world. As a producer his experience and relationship with the JAWS production brings an inside track to bringing this documentary to life.