As a third grader, Herman Houston’s (’67) teacher called his artwork “doodling” but he decided it wasn't doodling if it was his work, he was going to love it and call it art. “I didn’t care what anybody else thought about my work. I didn’t know it at the time, but that attitude has allowed me to relax and enjoy my work without the anxiety of a critical voice. Of course, I have my personal standard, but once I reach that bar I am always pleased with what I’ve painted. When I paint, I only need my own voice to give me validation”.

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