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Rushworth's official portrait of Washington
State Governor Gary Locke was unveiled in the State Capitol
by the Governor and his family. |
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Rushworth talks about her goal of creating
a portrait that goes far beyond just showing a surface
likeness, but also captures the spirit of the subject.
Governor Gregoire and Governor Locke look on. |
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Governor Locke talks about having his
portrait painted. The unveiling event was covered by seven
area newspapers and three television stations, and was
attended by three Governors, two Chiefs of Staff, the
Director of the State Capital Museum, along with Locke
family members and friends. |
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The portrait will hang in the State
Capitol Building and will become part of the permanent
collection of the State of Washington Historical Archives.
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| "It was such a privilege to be chosen
for this prestigious commission," says Rushworth.
"Gary Locke is a man of honor and integrity who dedicated
decades of his life to public service in order that he
might better the lives of others. I have truly enjoyed
working with him and his exceptional staff in the planning
of this portrait and thoroughly enjoyed painting it." |
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