H.R. No. 1028
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The Art of Leadership program is previewing its
exhibition I See You at the State Capitol on March 10, 2015, and the
show will be on display through the remainder of the 84th
Legislative Session; and
WHEREAS, Now in its fourth year, the Art of Leadership
program recognizes community, civic, and business leaders who
promote access to the arts for all Texans; the 2015 exhibit is
honoring Texas Senator Rodney Ellis for his invaluable support of
the project; and
WHEREAS, A curated collection from the Esperson Gallery at
GreenStreet in Houston, I See You is a unique mix of modern and
traditional pieces by natives of the Lone Star State and
individuals active in the Texas art scene; several of the artists
represented in the show have Houston ties, including Kelley Devine,
Mario Gonzalez "GONZO247" Figueroa Jr., Jennifer Hannaford, Robert
Hodge, Taft McWhorter, and Steven Silverstein; and
WHEREAS, Through a variety of media, these artists have
portrayed the stories of leaders, some renowned and some
overlooked, who fought for equality, justice, and human rights;
among those portrayed in the exhibit are Rosa Parks and Nelson
Mandela; and
WHEREAS, This noteworthy exhibition celebrates individuals
who have inspired others through their strength, vision, and
commitment to social progress, and all those who helped bring this
project to fruition are truly deserving of recognition; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 84th Texas
Legislature hereby recognize the Art of Leadership I See You
exhibit at the State Capitol and commend artists Kelley Devine,
Mario Gonzalez Figueroa Jr., Jennifer Hannaford, Robert Hodge, Taft
McWhorter, and Steven Silverstein for their participation; and, be
it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for the Art of Leadership program as an expression of high
regard by the Texas House of Representatives.
Davis of Harris
______________________________
Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 1028 was adopted by the House on March
10, 2015, by a non-record vote.
______________________________
Chief Clerk of the House