| Julia Hiatt Laughland |
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Art has always been a passion––but a passion deferred until the past year. It
started when I was twelve when I won a regional contest for drawing. A pencil
drawing of a bust of Minerva, helmet and all, earned me a scholarship at the
local art institute. Circumstances did not allow me to take advantage of my
prize, so for forty-three years my sole indulgence in pursuing my passion
became sketches done while sitting in various places waiting for various
appointments and people. Many sketches were of surrounding landscapes
and landmarks, while others were of people around me. All of them were
destined for the landfill.
While dealing with yet another appointment, I took a moment to pop into a
local establishment which touted art lessons. After speaking with the teacher, I
realized that I could now take the time to pursue what I’d been interested in all
those years ago. I signed on and have been happily oil painting for a little over
a year.
I now have more time to concentrate on artistic endeavors. I have finished my
career in education and currently work as an education consultant on my own
schedule and as the administrative assistant to my husband in his work as a
minister. I find I appreciate the time I can spend with my husband and on
various art-related pastimes. I hope you enjoy my work.
I can be contacted at 615-403-2316 or jhlaughland@bellsouth.net
subject line: "ART"
