Challis Walker

Challis Walker Calandria (November 18, 1912 – February 12, 2000) was an American sculptor and painter.

Challis Walker Calandria
Challis Walker Calandria in 1942
Born	Challis Walker (1912-11-18)November 18, 1912 New York, New York
Died	February 12, 2000(2000-02-12) (aged 87) New Orleans, Louisiana
Nationality	American
Education	Art Students League of New York, Académie Colarossi
Known for	Sculpture Painting
Spouse	Juan José Calandria ​ (m. 1941)​

Challis Walker Calandria - 1985

Biography

Challis Walker, born in New York City.^[1] Calandria was educated in New York City. At the age of twelve she had her first instruction in sculpture (outside of school) which caused her decision to enter art school after graduating from the Chapin School.^[2]

In juried shows she received many honors from the museums of New Orleans.^[1]