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Oklahoma Art and Design

Hear the oral histories of Oklahoma's most influential artists, designers, and creators and learn how their lifetime of work and dedication shaped Oklahoma.

Learn From These Influential Oklahomans

Bob McCormack

Bob McCormack

Legendary Tulsa Photographer

An influential photographer who proudly served the Tulsa community for many years at The Tulsa World, Bob McCormack's imagery graced the covers of countless magazines and captured timeless moments with many of his era's greatest celebrities.

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Charles Banks Wilson

Charles Banks Wilson

American Artist

An Oklahoma native, Wilson and his paintings are a state and national reasure.

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Charles Faudree

Charles Faudree

Interior Designer

The world-renowned interior designer and author chose to stay close to home.

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Charles Ford

Charles Ford

State Senate Art Collection

Former State Senator discusses artwork on display at the Oklahoma State Capitol and his efforts to help expand the collection.

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Charles Ward

Charles Ward

WWII Veteran, Architect

While serving as a soldier in WWII, he found the inspiration to become an award-winning architect.

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Dave Whitlock

Dave Whitlock

Fly Fisherman

World-renowned fly fisherman whose talents include painting, illustrating, writing, photography, fly tying, and lecturing.

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David Easton

David Easton

Interior Designer and Architect

Jimmy Steinmeyer talks about his partner, David -- a highly sought-after designer and architect.

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Doug Campbell

Doug Campbell

Interior Designer

A life-long interior designer who chooses to be happy despite fighting ALS on a daily basis.

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Enoch Kelly Haney

Enoch Kelly Haney

State Legislator, Seminole Chief, and Artist

Native son with a heart to serve people; as a politician, Seminole Chief, and an internationally-recognized artist.

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Grand Lake

Grand Lake

Dr. Bruce Howell

The year 2015 brought the 75th Anniversary of the realization of Henry Holderman's vision for the Pensacola Dam and Grand Lake.

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Jay O’Meilia

Jay O’Meilia

Artist

"People ask what I consider to be my masterpiece, and I tell them I have five: my children."

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John Brooks Walton

John Brooks Walton

Architect and Historian

A career as an architect and author gives him a unique view of Tulsa's residential history.

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Minisa Crumbo Halsey

Minisa Crumbo Halsey

Native American artist

Daughter of the groundbreaking Native American artist Woody Crumbo celebrates her father's legacy.

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N. Scott Momaday

N. Scott Momaday

Writer, Artist, Teacher

Poet, novelist, playwright, storyteller, artist, and teacher.

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Pat Gordon

Pat Gordon

Fine Artist, Painter

Listen to the oral history of legendary Oklahoma painter Pat "P.S." Gordon as he reflects on his life, his battles with Type I diabetes and HIV/AIDS, and the lessons he’s learned as a celebrated master of still life and portrait painting.

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Robert L. Jones

Robert L. Jones

Architect

Bob's contributions to mid-centry and modern architecture dot the landscapes of Oklahoma's cities.

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Russell Myers

Russell Myers

Cartoonist, Broom-Hilda

Oklahoma cartoonist best known for his comic strip "Broom-Hilda."

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Thomas Gilcrease

Thomas Gilcrease

Oilman and Philanthropist

"Every man must leave a track and it might as well be a good one." - Thomas Gilcrease.

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Willard Stone

Willard Stone

Sculptor, Master Artist of the Cherokee Nation

Linda Stone, daughter to famous wood sculptor and Cherokee Nation Master Artist Willard Stone, shares the story of her father's life, artistry, and tenacity.

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