Twin Artists and the Healing Power of Art
The legacy of Mark and Jan Lawrance’s twin sons, Joe and Will, is on display in the exhibition, ‘JoeWill: Better Together,’ at the Indy Art Center in Indianapolis. The Emmy Award-winning ‘CBS News Sunday Morning’ featured a cover story on the twin artists and the healing power of art. Joe and Will Lawrance, who were identical twins, shared an incredible gift for artistic expression. However, they also each suffered from depression that tragically led them to take their own lives. Now, their parents, Mark and Jan Lawrance, aim to ensure that their late sons are remembered for their remarkable artwork, which is currently exhibited at the Indy Art Center. The Lawrances hope that the art will provide comfort and inspiration to others. Correspondent Jim Axelrod reported on this poignant story, shedding light on the powerful impact of art in the face of adversity.
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Exploring Oregon’s Thundereggs
The ‘Sunday Morning’ program also delved into the fascinating world of thundereggs, featuring a segment on the hunt for these unique geological formations. Millions of years ago, in what would one day become Eastern Oregon’s Owyhee Canyonlands, lava and water merged to create thundereggs – sphere-shaped rock formations containing agate, jasper, or opal. Correspondent Conor Knighton provided insight into the history of Oregon’s state rock, highlighting its mesmerizing beauty when sliced open. The segment offered a captivating exploration of nature’s wonders and the geological marvels that continue to intrigue and inspire.
The program provided additional information for those interested in learning more about thundereggs, directing viewers to organizations such as Friends of the Owyhee, the Rice Northwest Museum of Rocks & Minerals in Hillsboro, Oregon, and Eibonvale.
