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J2819Senate2017-2018 SessionResolution

Honor Endico Watercolor Anniversary

Official title

“Commending Endico Watercolor Originals upon the occasion of celebrating its 40th Anniversary”

Sponsor William J. Larkin Jr.SD-39
Status
Adopted
Impact
1/10
Minimal
Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution commends Endico Watercolor Originals on its 40th anniversary for its artistic and cultural contributions.

Why it matters

  1. Recognizes the long-standing cultural and economic impact. of Endico Watercolor Originals, highlighting its status as the oldest art studio in Sugar Loaf, NY and its role in attracting visitors from across the country for four decades.

  2. Underscores the importance of supporting individual artists and small art businesses. , emphasizing how Mary Endico’s personal achievements—selling over 21,000 original watercolors—demonstrate the value of creative entrepreneurship.

  3. Connects the celebration of the arts to broader themes of American freedom and community enrichment. , suggesting that a vibrant arts scene is both a product and a symbol of a free society where artistic expression thrives.

  4. Affirms the legislature’s commitment to honoring local artistic institutions. , which not only preserves cultural heritage but also encourages ongoing patronage and community involvement in the arts.

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Honor Endico Watercolor Anniversary

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
William J. Larkin Jr.

Senator · Senate District 39

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History

  1. Adopted
  2. Reported to calendar for consideration
  3. Referred to finance

Full text

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Senate Resolution No. 2819 BY: Senator LARKIN COMMENDING Endico Watercolor Originals upon the occasion of celebrating its 40th Anniversary WHEREAS, The arts, in whatever form depicted, are central to human expression; they are truly a universal language and… Show all

Senate Resolution No. 2819 BY: Senator LARKIN COMMENDING Endico Watercolor Originals upon the occasion of celebrating its 40th Anniversary WHEREAS, The arts, in whatever form depicted, are central to human expression; they are truly a universal language and their contribution to the development of friendship and understanding among all peoples cannot be underestimated; and WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to pay tribute to those organizations and individuals of historic and artistic significance whose creative talents have contributed to the cultural enrichment of our communities and our Nation; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commend Endico Watercolor Originals upon the occasion of celebrating its 40th Anniversary; and WHEREAS, The oldest art studio in Sugar Loaf, New York, Endico Watercolor Originals has welcomed visitors from all over the nation since its inception in 1977; and WHEREAS, Mary Endico, owner of Endico Watercolor Originals, has sold more than 21,000 of her own original watercolors to multiple generations of customers; currently, her work is showcased in her pre-revolutionary

275-year-old house in Sugar Loaf; and WHEREAS, It is most fitting that we take time to celebrate the arts of our Nation, to honor our artists, and to express our appreciation to everyone who patronizes the arts; and as we celebrate the arts, we celebrate and… Show all

275-year-old house in Sugar Loaf; and WHEREAS, It is most fitting that we take time to celebrate the arts of our Nation, to honor our artists, and to express our appreciation to everyone who patronizes the arts; and as we celebrate the arts, we celebrate and give thanks to our American freedom, the only atmosphere in which artists can truly create and in which art is truly the expression of the soul; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to commend Endico Watercolor Originals upon the occasion of celebrating its 40th Anniversary; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Mary Endico, Owner, Endico Watercolor Originals.

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