Oral History Interview with Simon Michael, January 10, 1972

Abstract

Interview with Simon Michael, an artist, who shares his experiences as an artist and art teacher in the Coastal Bend area of South Texas from 1948 to 1972. He also discusses his early art training, Fulton School of Fine Arts, his move from Fulton to Rockport, Texas, the Simon Michael School of Fine Arts, art exhibitions, art and local architectural styles, art students, techniques for teaching art, the philosophy of art, and the contribution of art to the community of Rockport.