Holmes, Dwight 1979-01-25
Dwight Holmes talks about his work in sculpture and ceramics.
General Interview Information
Interviewee Name: Dwight Holmes
Additional Parties Recorded:
Date: January 25, 1979
Location: San Angelo, Texas
Interviewer: Bobby Weaver
Length: 50 minutes
Abstract
Tape 1, Side 1: Ogley Oregon birth,
Art background,
Elementary school,
Texas Christian University,
Sculpturing,
George Franz,
Texas Tech contract,
Mr. Koeppe designer,
Interiors,
Exteriors,
Ornaments,
Cast-making,
University Center (last job),
Chuch of the Immaculate Conception Santa Fe New Mexico,
Apprenticeship,
Painting,
World War II experiences,
Airplane designing,
Plaster patterns,
Parts.
Tape 1, Side 2: Ceramics post-war,
Southwest Ceramic Society,
Bathroom fixtures,
Lamp bases,
Machinery used.
Range Dates: 1930s-1979
Bulk Dates: 1930s-1979
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