82S11333 JNC-D
	By: Harper-Brown	H.R. No. 281

	R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, For 55 years, the Irving Art Association has
	fostered a greater appreciation for the visual arts among area
	residents through a variety of memorable offerings; and
	WHEREAS, This notable cultural resource was established in
	January 1956 by seven artists, Edna Ganser, Edith Sinnett, Lil
	Cartright, Liz Stricklin, Pat Bishop, Jeanne Trevarrow, and Barbara
	Turrentine Fryrear; the group first gathered in private homes,
	where members would set up their easels to paint together; and
	WHEREAS, Since its founding, the organization has remained
	dedicated to its mission of helping to enhance local citizens'
	knowledge, understanding, and appreciation of art while enabling
	its membership to enjoy the fellowship of other artists; today, in
	addition to hosting weekly painting sessions at the Center for the
	Arts at Jaycee Park, the group sponsors demonstrations, workshops,
	and introductory classes, as well as several annual competitions;
	and
	WHEREAS, The IAA has also been an enthusiastic supporter of
	area students, with a yearly exhibition of their work held at the
	Arts Center on MacArthur Boulevard and a scholarship offered to a
	promising high school senior; and
	WHEREAS, The Irving Art Association provides a wealth of
	cultural opportunities to the residents of its community, and it is
	a pleasure to recognize the organization on this significant
	occasion in its rich history; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas
	Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby honor the Irving Art
	Association on its 55th anniversary and extend to all those
	associated with the group sincere best wishes for the future; and,
	be it further
	RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
	prepared for the association as an expression of high regard by the
	Texas House of Representatives.