A Tribute to Hard Work and Heritage: John Henry Cullers, Combining Oats 1962
Lonnie Cullers’ latest painting is a heartfelt tribute to his father, John Henry Cullers, capturing a moment of labor and dedication from 1962. This painting depicts John Henry at work, combining oats—an essential part of farm life in Fort Valley, Virginia.
Growing up on a farm shaped Lonnie’s appreciation for hard work, resilience, and the beauty of everyday rural life. As he recalled in his memoir, his father balanced farming with his job at the local Viscose plant, ensuring the family had what they needed while tending to the land. The combine, a significant piece of machinery in those days, combines the processes of cutting, threshing, and cleaning the grain into a single operation. While it is a symbol of the progress of agriculture, the labor-intensive nature of farming remained unchanged. This painting is a reminder of the challenge of that hard work and the enduring spirit of those who work the land.
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