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Oregon Society of Artists Reception

Thank you everyone for coming to visit the OSA Gallery on Sunday for the Teacher and Student Art Show. We so enjoyed seeing you at the reception and we are extemely grateful for your participation. The orchestra delighted in entertaining you for this wonderful event. There is still time to view the gallery. It is … Continue reading →

ARTICLES Roseburg Then

I wrote an essay about Roseburg Oregon Roseburg then and now I grew up in the small city of Roseburg. Officially, I moved to Roseburg to its rolling green hills, from Salt Lake City, where I used to float in the Great Salt Lake when I was 10. In my 4th grade, I, and other students, participated in Roseburg’s Centennial where we … Continue reading →

Zeus- Sky and Thunder Greek God

Once my friend, Mitzi Asai Loftus, who is the author of the books Made in Japan and Settled in Oregon and From Here to Everywhere, sent me this picture. I attached it to my wall and sleep in comfort as he watches over me at night. She asked ” Do you know how old he … Continue reading →

Wyden’s Town Hall Meeting

I am so proud to take my picture with Representative Lew Frederick today. He has done so much for the state of Oregon and for our country. This photo was taken at Senator Ron Wyden’s Town Hall meeting at Centennial High School in Gresham, Oregon where Senator Wyden gave an energized and empowering speech about … Continue reading →

My Portrait of Emily

I loved the novel Moulin Rouge written by Pierre La Mure in 1950 about the French Artist Toulouse-Latrec. I enjoyed seeing the 2001 drama, musical and romance movie of Moulin Rouge based on the book, directed, produced and written by Baz Luhrmann. The style of this period intrigued me so I painted a portrait, I … Continue reading →

Looking back to 2008

When I was 59, I was writing my autobiography which I eventually turned into my memoir, Sherry Goes Sane. As I wrote, my favorite songs were playing on the radio, “Bleeding Love,” by Leona Lewis, “Apologize,” by One Republic, and “Viva La Vida,” by Coldplay. The mood sent to me through the catchy lyrics of … Continue reading →

Tribute to my brother Doug Crawford

Tribute to my brother Doug. He died September 16th 1990. May he rest in peace. My AIDS Quilt in memory of my sweet and loving brother Doug. He was very sensitive, compassionate, and talented. His kindness is always in my thoughts.

Grandparents Day- CNA Perspective

In my early thirties, I wanted to help patients with cancer, physical disabilities, and stress related diseases. I became a certified nurse’s aide and for two decades I worked in nursing convalescent homes and private homes in Roseburg and Portland, Oregon. I walked patients, fed patients, bathed them and took care of their special needs … Continue reading →

OSA Teachers and Student’s Art Show

Please come to the Oregon Society of Artists Teachers and Student’s October Show at 2185 SW Park Place, (Corner of St. Clair), Portland, Oregon 97205. The reception is October 4th, 2015, from 1-4 pm. The show lasts from October 4th until October 29th, 1-4 pm. and is closed Sundays except for the reception. I will … Continue reading →