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James Darrell Northrup Weeks
A Life Shaped by Form and Instruction James Darrell Northrup Weeks lived a life deeply rooted in the academic and creative landscapes of California and beyond. Born in Oakland, United States of America, in 1922, he was the son of Anson Weeks and Ruth Daly, both of whom were musicians. This early connection to rhythm and melody likely informed his approach to the canvas. After graduating from Lowell High School in 1940, he began his stu
dies at the California School of Fine Arts. His education was briefly interrupted by service in the US Air Force during World War II, but he returned to his studies in 1946, eventually graduating in 1947. His path as an educator was as significant as his work in the studio. He spent many years sharing his knowledge with students at several institutions: The San Francisco Art Institute, where he taught from 1958 to 1967. The Universi…
