Each image may be purchased as a canvas print, framed print, metal print, and more! Each image may be purchased as a canvas print, framed print, metal print, and more! Since then, he has taken workshops from Nita Leland, Carl Dalio, Naomi Brotherton, Arne Westerman, Mark Mehaffey, Ratrindra Das, Jane Jones, Skip Lawrence, Leslie Frontz, Maureen Brouillette, and Andy Evansen. He feels that there are still many areas that need to be explored to stay creative. [19], In October 2008, Stephens was interviewed by the Associated Press regarding Blagojevich's executive order implementing FamilyCare, an expansion of the healthcare system that never gained the General Assembly's approval and was declared unconstitutional by two courts. It allows him to also play with different ways of applying the paint. I like the complexity of architecture and how it relates to its natural surroundings. His pharmacy license is on "indefinite" probation, for a minimum of one year. He prefers to gesso watercolor paper for texture before applying watercolor, acrylic, watercolor crayon, charcoal for a mixed media piece. Ron Stephens (born 1948) is a former Republican member of the Illinois House of Representatives, representing the 102nd district from 1985 to 1991, and from 1993 until 2011 when he announced his retirement. Democrats, with all the power the people could give them, have failed the people of Illinois."[15]. Shop for canvas prints, framed prints, posters, greeting cards, and more. After a recent DUI arrest, coupled with previous discipline for the abuse of controlled substances, Stephens faced revocation of his pharmacist license. JPY (¥) [4], In 1982, Stephens, then of Caseyville, ran against Democratic incumbent Michael Slape of Pocahontas for the Illinois House of Representatives in the 110th district. Ron Stephens Stadium is a stadium in Oklahoma. Shop for artwork based on themed collections. [12][13][14] Stephens announced his retirement on August 2, 2011 saying that a newly redistricted map was a factor in his choice. [5] In a 1984 rematch, Stephens defeated Slape and defended his seat from Slape in a 1986 rematch. The feeling of the brush on paper and seeing colors mix with other colors. This prompted Blagojevich to turn to the camera and ask "Is he teasing me or is that legit?" Rep. "[16] Ameren maintains that they must raise prices due to a nine-year price freeze, and that if they do not raise prices on customers, their credit will suffer so much they will not be able to purchase electricity on the market and will go into junk bond status. He said civil unions were a "slippery slope" and "just call me an old-fashioned traditionalist" going on to say that it will lead to society crumbling and failing. [2], Stephens was critical of the Democratic majority leadership in the state and the General Assembly during the 2007 budget crisis: "You had everything that the political world could give you, and you have squandered it. Ron is Publicity Chairman of the Southwestern Watercolor Society. [21] Stephens said he knew beforehand that the show was a comedy show: "I thought the governor was hip enough that he would have known that, too. "I could run against Cavaletto, or run in the new district. Who are they kidding? [1] On August 13, 2011 it was announced that Paul Evans would replace Stephens. Ron Stephens Stadium is situated south of Artillery Village. Ron is an avid plein air painter. Sale on canvas prints! [9] He defeated Robert Daiber, a farmer from Marine, in the newly drawn 110th district by 259 votes. He began painting State Representative Ron Stephens (R-Savannah) represents the 164th District in the Georgia House of Representatives. By resigning before his term expires, Stephens made it possible for local Republican County Chairmen to pick a replacement, who could then run as an incumbent for the 2012 election. "[21], Stephens later said, "With all due respect to the governor, he knew it was a comedy show. That freedom creates a myriad of shapes, patterns and values that are different and exciting. ARTIST STATEMENT
“My inspiration comes from nature and the endless variety of its textures, shapes, values and colors. He began painting in watercolor in May 2006 after reading many books and taking a weekly watercolor course from Tom Wellman, President of SWS at that time, at the Irving Heritage Center. He was the Assistant Republican Leader in the state House until his retirement. Ron retired from a 33 year career in advertising in 2005 and began thinking about a retirement career. [16] Stephens said, "This supposed 'rate relief' package will only give back seven or eight dollars a month to Ameren customers who have seen their electric bills go up by hundreds of dollars a month. Stephens has opposed the electric rate relief package proposed by the General Assembly as not giving customers enough money back from Ameren. GBP (£) Ron also teaches a once weekly Watercolor class at the Irving Heritage Center. He is a member of the Georgia House of Representatives from the 164th District, serving since 1997. AUD ($) The excitement of the outcome is exhilarating.”, Currency: USD ($) He served in the U.S. armed forces during the Vietnam War. [11], On May 12, 2010, State Representative Stephens pled guilty to DUI and was sentenced to 12 months' supervision and his drivers license was suspended. Ron likes to experiment and has been delving into acrylic abstract. You have squandered it at taxpayers' expense. He pleaded guilty to DUI in July 2010 and because of his past habitual drug use, agreed to monthly drug tests. [20] After state departments sent pharmacies that had participated in the program notices that they would not be paid for the services rendered under the program, Stephens told the AP that Blagojevich should pay for the prescription drugs out of his own private accounts. EUR (€) Join Facebook to connect with Ron Stephens and others you may know. Blagojevich blush", "Illinois pharmacists pay for Blagojevich's bungling", "Ill. governor confused by 'Daily Show' bit", "Blagojevich drops ball on 'The Daily Show, Illinois General Assembly - Representative Ron Stephens (R) 102nd District, Illinois House Republican Caucus - Ron Stephens, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Ron_Stephens_(Illinois_politician)&oldid=964010378, Members of the Illinois House of Representatives, Articles with dead external links from September 2010, Articles with dead external links from April 2018, Articles with permanently dead external links, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License, This page was last edited on 23 June 2020, at 02:24. This is the website of Ron Stephens. Use code ABCXYZ at checkout for a special discount! Rep. Stephens is the Chairman of the House Economic Development & Tourism Committee. From the most complex to simple scenes, anything is possible as subject matter for a painting. [18], After Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich paid for a $600 makeup tab with public funds, Stephens asked the House Speaker Michael Madigan before recess on a Friday when the "Gubernatorial Cosmetology Committee" would be meeting. It was when he came off looking so silly that he said he thought it was a regular news program. View the profiles of people named Ron Stephens. Facebook gives people the power to... Log in or sign up for Facebook to connect with friends, family and The bill narrowly failed passing. Ron Stephens (born July 3, 1954) is an American politician. [1][2] The district includes portions of Bond County, Madison County, Effingham County, Fayette County and St. Clair County. A post shared by Ron Stephens II (@bumper3077) on Dec 27, 2017 at 11:33pm PST. USD ($), Powered by Fine Art America Wall Art / Pixels - Original Source. The new map "made the decision a little easier," said Stephens. He earned a bachelor of science from St. Louis College of Pharmacy and became a pharmacist. Ron Stephens (born 1948) is a former Republican member of the Illinois House of Representatives, representing the 102nd district from 1985 to 1991, and from 1993 until 2011 when he announced his retirement. Ron retired from a 33 year career in advertising in 2005 and began thinking about a retirement career. I am still fascinated with the amazing qualities of straight watercolor. [7][8] After the loss to Hoffman, Governor Jim Edgar named Stephens the Head of the Illinois Emergency Services and Disaster Agency where he served until he chose to once again run for the Illinois House of Representatives after the 1991 decennial redistricting. Stephens is a licensed pharmacist and co-owns two pharmacies. This legislation is disgraceful. The district includes portions of Bond County, Madison County, Effingham County, Fayette County and St. Clair County. He and his wife Lisa have nine children between them and live in Greenville, Illinois. He got started with past president Tom Wellman in 2007 that introduced Ron to plein air. 31k Followers, 282 Following, 1,491 Posts - See Instagram photos and videos from Ron Stephens II (@bumper3077)
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