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restoration has given Sue a distinct, closeup relationship and insight into the Brown County Art Colony painters. She has a special appreciation for the work of Will Vawter— his technique and colors. By her own admission, art restoration of these iconic works requires both talent and guts.
Sue was a member of the Brown County Art Gallery for eleven years, producing eight new painting four times a year. She paints in oils, creating florals, landscapes, and still life paintings.
Sue lost her life’ s partner, Jim, in 2012. They were married for fifty years. Daughter Perri Engel now makes her home in Columbus, Ohio. Perri’ s children are Josh, Nicki, and Jace. Son Jim and his wife, Abby, moved back to Brown County two years ago. Their children are Kelli Sue and Ember Lynn.
Donna Proctor and Sue when they worked together at the frame shop. Donna later established her own business, Donna’ s Custom Framing.
A friend observed:“ Sue, you’ re doing everything like you are killing a snake.”
In the category of hobbies or leisure time, Sue can be found on the golf course several times a week, a sport she started when she was 53 years old.
She doesn’ t fear getting old or dying, but states unequivocally that she doesn’ t want to leave things undone. •
The before and after photos of a work by artist Clyde Millar.
Restoration progress on an E. K. Williams piece.
20 Our Brown County Jan./ Feb. 2022