1960s. I sold the painting for $90.” And, others of prominence recognized his artistic abilities. Moving on to Central State University in Edmond, now the University of Central Oklahoma, Pratt set his sights on becoming a commercial illustrator. Professors were extremely critical of his work, and he switched to a degree in psychology. But frustration set in, and he joined the Marines. From 1962 to 1965, Pratt served in the U.S. Marine Corps in Vietnam, in air rescue, and in security at the Da Nang air base. “We backed up the helicopter unit,” Harvey tells. “When they were shot down, we went to get them. We picked up guys who had been shot down.” After the Marines, Pratt transitioned into law enforcement, initially with the Midwest City police department from 1965 to 1972. Harvey developed a After serving in the U.S. Marines, Harvey Pratt transitioned into fingerprint and records system, and was promoted law enforcement. He initially worked with the Midwest City Police to detective. And he attended Oklahoma State Department. Photo courtesy Harvey Pratt. As a forensic artist with the OSBI, Harvey Pratt created 2,000 soft tissue reconstructions. Photo courtesy Harvey Pratt. 22