In Celebration of MHS Class of 1958

In Celebration of MHS Class of 1958

A Tribute and Celebration

We were the class of 1958, members of the Greatest Generation as well as children of the Greatest Generation. Born in 1940, we are also called members of the Traditional Generation.

Our childhood, post World War II, "was the best of times . . . it was the age of wisdom . . . it was the epoch of belief . . .it was the season of Light . . . it was the spring of hope . . . we had everything before us . . .we were all going direct to Heaven . . . ." (A Tale of Two Cities, Charles Dickens.) At least, that's the way I felt about it. We were truly blessed.

- Ouida Tomlinson -

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Wednesday, April 1, 2009

IT'S IN THEIR ARTERIES from "The Meridian Star"


"Duet"
Martha Hopkins
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Here is a recent article from the Meridian Star about 4 relatives who had artwork chosen for the Meridian Museum of Art 38th Annual Bi-State Competition juried show, which will be hanging until April 12. Since the quality of the reproduction was poor, I included a clear image of "Duet," which since it's a minimalist piece, the subtle aspects of it didn't show up well in the article. It has wooden parts representing piano keys under the canvas.

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Anonymous said...

Anonymous said...

Ms. Hopkins, your grandmother would indeed be proud of her progeny. My bet is that there are few, if any, families that can point to four talented painters within but two generations. That seems so extraordinary.

That being said, it would be hard, however, for me to hang the chicken on my wall — well, maybe with a rope... from a tree.

As for your painting entry, I appreciate the personal sensibilities as expressed in your diptych. I think your title, "Duet" describes the painting eloquently.To me, there is something Rothko-esque about it, as well. I like his work a lot so I mean this as a high compliment.