Artwork copyright Terry Furchgott. Photo courtesy of the artist.
Artwork copyright Terry Furchgott. Photo courtesy of the artist (detail).
Artwork copyright Terry Furchgott. Photo courtesy of the artist (detail).
Artwork copyright Terry Furchgott. Photo courtesy of the artist (detail).
Celebration: Olympia High School 2000, 2000
Terry Furchgott
(American, born 1948)
Location: Olympia High School, Olympia
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
Celebration: Olympia High School 2000 is a three-part mural created by artist Terry Furchgott in conjunction with Olympia High School's remodeling in 2000. The mural shows the spirit of Olympia High's students and faculty in past, present, and future settings.
This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Olympia School District.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Terry Furchgott creates richly colorful figurative paintings, murals, and installations that explore the dynamics of human relationships and communities.
Furchgott received an honors degree in art history from Radcliffe College, Harvard University in Massachusetts, and studied at Camden Arts Center in London, England.
ARTWORK DETAILS
| Material Category | Painting - paint on rigid surface / mixed media |
| Medium | Acrylic paint on gessoed plywood panels |
| Dimensions | 11 ft 11 in x 7 ft 5.5 in |
| ID Number | WSAC1999.068.00A-C |
| Acquisition Method | Site responsive commission |
| Artist Location | Washington, United States |
Location Information
| Agency | Olympia School District |
| Artwork Location | Olympia High School Hallway, End of main |
| WA County | Thurston |
| Placement | Interior |
| Site Type | Public School |
| Address | 1302 North St Olympia, WA 98501 |
| Geo. Coordinates | 47.018388, -122.884665 |
| Before Visiting | Some artworks may be located in areas not accessible to the general public (especially in K-12 public schools). Consider contacting the site prior to a visit to ensure access. |
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