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Momma and Daddy in 1949 Art Print
by Alga Washington
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Momma and Daddy in 1949 art print by Alga Washington. Our art prints are produced on acid-free papers using archival inks to guarantee that they last a lifetime without fading or loss of color. All art prints include a 1" white border around the image to allow for future framing and matting, if desired.
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(Con't from Momma as a Child.)... more
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Artist's Description
(Con't from "Momma as a Child.")
You can see momma here with her tailor-made clothes she was so proud of.
She walked through the officer's club where my father was a military policeman and caught his eye. He told his friend, "that's the woman for me."
She talked about how she walked through the room with her tailor-made clothing and head held high, her nose in the air, shaking her long blond hair. Afterall, the young German women were told that the colored American solders had tails, a story they were told to discourage interaction.
They later wanted to marry, and my father's commanding officer said, "NO WAY!"
About Alga Washington
I have enjoyed pencil drawing as far back as my memory takes me. I took a few evening art classes and began a career working in human resources where the closest my job came to artistic expression was creating displays and slides for management and board meetings. Interestingly enough, this allowed me to be a frequent visitor and collaborator in the Graphic Arts department. Never able to shake the feeling that the Graphic Arts Department was where I belonged, I continued to develop, albeit slowly, my creativity and eventually participate in a few local art shows. One of them was sponsored by the National Technical Association and used the former location of the African American Museum in Detroit as a venue. I promised...
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Hartmut Jager
🌼 Alga - Given the racial ignorance and rejections of that time in Germany, the USA, and just about everywhere else too - your parents were and are magnificent - and have to be admired - for having defied all of those hurtful prejudices ! 👍
Alga Washington
Thanks again Joe, it is a very interesting story that I want to write one day.
Joe Paradis
What courage and commitment as 1949 was not the same as 2015--bless those with true hearts and the courage to lead the way for future generations. Thanks for the image as it illustrates what America is supposed to be--and thanks to the soldier for his service as it required a much higher level of courage than most.
Alga Washington
I shared your kind words with my father and they brought a smile to his face. To make others smile is one of the best gifts we can give. Thank you Otis.
Otis L Stanley
My salute to a US Armed Forces veteran. Thank you Mr. Washington . Respect, O.
Vicki Wilcox
Yes, I'm sure you cherish it!
Alga Washington
Thank you Vicki, I love this photo.
Vicki Wilcox
What a bitter-sweet story about your mom and dad. This especially interested me because I'm mostly German......your mother was beautiful and definitely looked German. She's beautiful----he's handsome. Maybe someday you'll post a photo of yourself, I hope. :)
Alga Washington
:)) Thank you both, I have always loved this picture and remember my mother always responded, "I was so sick that day." Well, she looked great! Wish you were the judges in the local juried art show :)
Linda Kemp
I am back to this one Alga.....I have to agree with Danielle on both points she made...and of course the fact that the photo is cool too!
Danielle Haney
Thank You Mr. & Mrs. Washington, for the Beautiful Amazingly~Talented Daughter you brought into this world. Love is Brave~ Such a cool photo!
Alga Washington
Thank you Ana, I agree :)
Alga Washington
Thank you Guy.
Guy Ricketts
Great photo, Alga. You can really see both of them in your features. :)
Lenore Senior
There are no words to describe how much I love this photograph and the emotional reaction it gives to me. Another vote.
Alga Washington replied:
Thank you Lenore, me too!!
Alga Washington
Beautiful words Andrew, thank you.
Andrew Penman
I applaud both your parents love for each other, a love that defied bigotry and hatred . It proves my point - When you share love you defeat hate.
Alga Washington
Thank you Lenore, I agree.
Lenore Senior
I continue to love this photo so very much. I've returned to give it another vote. They are so good looking and incredibly brave!
Alga Washington
Thank you Bill, it is my favorte.
Bill Cannon
Very cool photo!!
Alga Washington
Thank you Lenore, Reggie and Jim.
Jim Fitzpatrick
Great photo! Amazing how clear and detailed it is for 1949!