Artwork copyright Haiying Wu. Photo courtesy of the artist.
Salmon Gate, 2008
Haiying Wu
(American, born 1962)
Location: Carson Elementary School, Puyallup
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
Haiying Wu's Salmon Gate is like a river with a school of fish. It represents the children at Carson Elementary in Puyallup and the journey of their life.
This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Puyallup School District.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Artist Haiying Wu creates figurative sculptures for public spaces. Born in China, Wu attended the Sichuan Fine Arts Institute. He worked as a sculptor creating public artworks in Chengdu, capital of the Sichuan province. After emigrating to the United States, Wu earned his Master of Fine Arts degree in sculpture from the University of Washington in Seattle. He has created well-known memorials around the Pacific Northwest and other parts of the United States. He is based in Western Washington.
ARTWORK DETAILS
| Material Category | Sculpture - other metals |
| Medium | Stainless steel |
| Dimensions | 15 ft x 15 ft x 4.8 ft |
| ID Number | WSAC2007.031.000 |
| Acquisition Method | Site responsive commission |
| Artist Location | Washington, United States |
Location Information
| Agency | Puyallup School District |
| Artwork Location | Carson Elementary School Archway over path to main entrance |
| WA County | Pierce |
| Placement | Exterior |
| Site Type | Public School |
| Address | 8615 184th St. East Puyallup, WA 98375 |
| Geo. Coordinates | 47.090039, -122.31153 |
| 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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