84R24442 BK-D
By: González H.R. No. 2386
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Alberto Escamilla has distinguished himself as a
gifted and accomplished artist, and his creative work has earned
the admiration of his fellow Texans; and
WHEREAS, A native of Sanderson, Mr. Escamilla enrolled at The
University of Texas at El Paso on an athletic scholarship but soon
felt a longing to pursue his interest in art; during his studies, he
was inspired by a group of painters known as the "Independents,"
whose techniques he incorporated into his own style of painting;
with his mastery of color and brushstroke and his depiction of
tranquil pastoral scenes, his paintings also recall the work of the
impressionists; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Escamilla has been inducted into the El Paso
Artists' Hall of Fame, and a bronze plaque in his honor is on
permanent display at the International Museum of Art in El Paso; he
has placed first in the Sierra Providence Arts International Show,
a prestigious local arts event, and from 1992 to 1999, he was the
exclusive poster artist for the International Festival de la
Zarzuela; moreover, his paintings have been featured in an
assortment of galleries, publications, and television segments in
El Paso and beyond; and
WHEREAS, Alberto Escamilla's talent and passion for his craft
are reflected in the impressive body of work that he has created
over the course of his career, and his dedicated efforts have
furthered the Lone Star State's reputation for excellence in the
arts; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 84th Texas
Legislature hereby honor Alberto Escamilla for his artistic
achievements and extend to him sincere best wishes for continued
success; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Mr. Escamilla as an expression of high regard by the
Texas House of Representatives.