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By:  Hilderbran                                                 H.C.R. No. 230



CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
	WHEREAS, The Texas Poet Laureate, State Musician, and State 
Artist Committee has selected Ralph White as Texas State Artist for 
2003 in the two-dimensional category; and
	WHEREAS, Educated at the Minneapolis School of Art, the 
University of Minnesota, and the Pratt Institute of New York, Mr. 
White is an artist with an impressive record of service, 
accomplishment, and creativity; a test pilot and instructor during 
World War II, his gouache and pen and ink works provide a realistic 
representation of his stateside experiences during the war years, 
while his abstract oils and acrylics from 40 years later illustrate 
his versatility and ability to convey a wide range of emotions; and
	WHEREAS, Coming to Austin and The University of Texas in 
1946, Mr. White became one of the youngest faculty members in the 
Department of Fine Arts, and by the time he retired 36 years later 
and was named a professor emeritus by the university, he had taught 
many of the next generation of outstanding Texas artists; and
	WHEREAS, Ralph White's work, which has been exhibited in more 
than 100 shows and competitions worldwide, expresses his positive 
attitude, an exciting energy, and a deep appreciation of beauty; 
and
	WHEREAS, Through his exceptional contributions to his chosen 
field, Mr. White has earned the deepest appreciation and esteem of 
his admirers, students, and fellow artists, and he has further 
enriched the vibrant cultural life of the Lone Star State; now, 
therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the 78th Legislature of the State of Texas 
hereby honor Ralph White on the occasion of his selection as Texas 
State Artist for 2003 in the two-dimensional category; and, be it 
further
	RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 
prepared for Mr. White as an expression of highest regard by the 
Texas House of Representatives and Senate.