By: Haywood, et al. S.C.R. No. 83 99S1467/1 SENATE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION 1-1 WHEREAS, The Legislature of the State of Texas is proud to 1-2 recognize the artistic talent of Shannel Woodard and her skillful 1-3 painting, "Austin Highlights"; and 1-4 WHEREAS, The vista as one drives north on Congress Avenue is 1-5 indeed inspiring; the Capitol, flanked on either side by the modern 1-6 Austin skyline, creates a distinctive juxtaposition, a tapestry of 1-7 past pride, of present prosperity, and of future progress which is 1-8 the very essence of Texas; and 1-9 WHEREAS, In her painting, "Austin Highlights," Shannel 1-10 Woodard captured this view, which is so replete with meaning for 1-11 Texans, on canvas; using morning as her backdrop, she utilized the 1-12 techniques of Monet and Picasso to emphasize soft color 1-13 combinations; her efforts resulted in a truly noteworthy painting; 1-14 and 1-15 WHEREAS, "Austin Highlights" is a lovely depiction of a most 1-16 Texan of scenes; Shannel Woodard's painting bespeaks not only her 1-17 personal love and pride for Texas, but that of all citizens across 1-18 the state; it is only fitting that her work be honored; now, 1-19 therefore, be it 1-20 RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 76th 1-21 Legislature, recognize "Austin Highlights" as a commemorative 1-22 painting of the 76th Legislature; and, be it further 1-23 RESOLVED, That a copy of this resolution be prepared for 1-24 Shannel Woodard as an expression of esteem from the Texas 2-1 Legislature.