Man exonerated after 45 years sells his prison art to get by
By ED WHITE, Associated Press FERNDALE, Michigan (AP) — Richard Phillips said he didn't mope much during the 45 years he wrongfully spent in prison. He painted watercolors in his cell: warm landscapes, portraits of famous people like Mother Teresa, vases of flowers, a bassist playing jazz. "I didn't actually think I'd ever be free again. This art is what I did to stay sane," the 73-year-old said. Phillips