Joe A. Rector facts for kids
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Joe A. Rector
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Joe A. Rector circa 1990
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Joe Allen Rector
August 12, 1935 |
| Died | August 19, 2012 (aged 77) |
| Alma mater | Northeastern State University |
| Occupation | Artist, Weightlifter, Teacher |
| Spouse(s) | Marilyn Rector (1964–1978) Deborah Rector (1979–2012) |
Joe A. Rector was an amazing artist and a champion weightlifter. He was born in Muskogee, Oklahoma, on August 12, 1935. Joe was also part of the Cherokee ancestry. He spent most of his life in Oklahoma before moving to Florida. He passed away on August 19, 2012.
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Joe Rector: Artist and Athlete
Joe Rector was known for two big passions: art and physical fitness. He combined these interests to create unique artwork. His paintings often showed strong, active people, especially American Indians.
Joe Rector's Artistic Journey
Joe Rector loved art from a very young age. He started drawing when he was only about five years old! His first drawings were of characters from comic books. As a teenager, Joe taught himself many different art styles. He learned about commercial art, like making signs. But his favorite type of art was Western art.
A Champion Weightlifter
Besides art, Joe Rector was very interested in physical fitness. He became a champion weightlifter! He set several state records in Oklahoma. He even set two national records and one world record. This love for strength and body development influenced his art.
Art That Shows Strength
Joe Rector's paintings often show characters who look very strong and powerful. He combined his love for strength with his deep spiritual beliefs. This helped him create images of American Indians and other Western characters. These characters look active and full of life.
His paintings have a special quality. They show great strength and power. But they also have a graceful and beautiful style. Some people compare his work to that of "Old Masters" like Michelangelo.
Famous Oklahoman
Joe Rector is recognized as one of Oklahoma's famous people. His name is listed on the State of Oklahoma's website. He was also called one of the top "Movers And Shakers" in a book about Tulsa, Oklahoma's 100th birthday.
