![]() It was a wonderful relationship change, to work together as two professionals. Soon after graduation, he applied his skills as editor of my book Women Against Hunger, A Sketchbook Journey and as graphic designer of Africa, Women's Art, Women's Lives (both published by Africa World Press in 1977). #MELLOW MOODS DETROIT LAKES PROFESSIONAL#Jason's journey was more circuitous than Winona's, and at California State University at Hayward he developed a professional interest in writing, editing, graphic design, and computer technology. 23), a young boy stands between darkness and bright sunlight, a bird in hand, a spirit guide, propelling him forward. 22), in which he cautiously surveys reality from his high perch upon the playground monkey bars. Jason also appeared in many prints and paintings, from the Terrible Two's and Summer Play to a large canvas, Jason Climbing (fig. Winona was also a frequent subject of my early paintings on masonite. 16), by looks, by temperament, and much more. ![]() Winona grew up at the initiation of the Barbie doll era, and I did not compete well with Barbie (fig. Winona, then eleven years old, was a wonderful helper, and Peter, a patient, devoted father, so I could still juggle teaching and studio work. ![]() Our family expanded when Jason was born in 1970. 15) (see Gallery II for figures 12-15).įig. 14), or became filled with the energy of flowers, birds, and sunshine, as in Summer Joy (fig. Sometimes Peter and I embraced within a rock form as in Whale's Head (fig. 13), or a bird within a mountain in Summer's End. 12), or a tree approaching winter in Redwood Silence (fig. I entered into each form, the earth, trees, rocks, water, letting them possess me so that I, too, became the huge wave rising and falling in Ocean Sunrise (fig. #MELLOW MOODS DETROIT LAKES SERIES#Gradually, in my studio a series of large mythical landscape paintings evolved. Camping trips, hiking, and exploring mountain lakes and Oregon's wild ocean beaches offered space for our varied moods as we were nourished by the magnificence of nature. My Bronx style was emphatic, while Peter's California voice was a whisper by comparison, but his message was clear and strong. Big adjustments! Talking and listening, listening and talking. The first decade of our marriage was a challenge! Bagels are tough and chewy, pears are sweet and mellow. This could partially be described as the use of predator insects and hormone traps for male insect sterilization. His experiments resulted in less grower dependence on chemicals by substituting an approach called integrated pest management (IPM). His research on spider mites and other insects that attacked the pear tree benefitted the local pear industry, a mainstay of the Rogue Valley economy. Peter, an agricultural scientist, was employed by Oregon State University and worked at a local agricultural experimental station. My interest in food production soon expanded from a new perspective. Together we designed our home, with a small kitchen and a large studio so I could paint again. ![]() Gradually our friendship matured, and that summer we married. In the spring of 1965 when pear trees blossomed, I met Peter Westigard. I sketched goats and cows, but not for long. ![]() We did enjoy exploring the Rogue Valley, with many pear orchards and small farms overshadowed by tall pine trees and mountains. At first it was a difficult transition, and we both experienced culture shock. In 1964 Winona and I arrived in Ashland, Oregon, in time for her fifth birthday and my new job at Southern Oregon State College (SOSC). From Civil Rights to Feminine Mythical Landscapes ![]()
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