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Artwork copyright Valerie Otani. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2017.
Artwork copyright Valerie Otani. Photo courtesy of the artist (detail).
Artwork copyright Valerie Otani. Photo courtesy of the artist (detail).
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Artwork copyright Valerie Otani. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2017.
Artwork copyright Valerie Otani. Photo courtesy of the artist.
Artwork copyright Valerie Otani. Photo courtesy of the artist.
Artwork copyright Valerie Otani. Photo courtesy of the artist (detail).
Artwork copyright Valerie Otani. Photo courtesy of the artist (detail).
Artwork copyright Valerie Otani. Photo courtesy of the artist (detail).
Artwork copyright Valerie Otani. Photo courtesy of the artist (detail).
Artwork copyright Valerie Otani. Photo courtesy of the artist (detail).
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Artwork copyright Valerie Otani. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2017.
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Artwork copyright Valerie Otani. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2017.
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Artwork copyright Valerie Otani. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2017.
Sequestered, 2011
Valerie Otani
(American, born 1947, died 2020)
Location: Cascadia College, Bothell
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
Artist Valerie Otani's Sequestered artwork was inspired by Cascadia College's attention to the environment in its campus architecture and landscape. The campus is bordered by towering evergreen trees and includes extensive restored wetlands. Its buildings are constructed with the highest standards of sustainability. To honor this commitment to the environment, Otani's artwork refers to the important role that trees play in storing carbon. It also encourages reflection on how we interact with the world around us. The cast glass is illuminated by LED lighting which draws a very small amount of power. The artwork's other materials are both archival and recyclable.
This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Cascadia Community College.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Japanese-American artist Valerie Otani (1947-2020) created public installations and sculptures that engage our shared history and imagination.
Otani received her Bachelor of Arts degree in philosophy from Antioch College in Ohio, and her Master of Arts degree in Interdisciplinary Arts from San Francisco State University in California. She lived and worked in Portland, Oregon.
ARTWORK DETAILS
| Material Category | Sculpture - glass |
| Medium | Cast glass, bronze, and LED lights |
| Dimensions | 4 ft x 10 ft x 5 in |
| ID Number | WSAC2009.018.000 |
| Acquisition Method | Site responsive commission |
| Artist Location | Oregon, United States |
Location Information
| Agency | Cascadia College |
| Artwork Location | Cascadia College CC3, Lobby, South wall |
| WA County | King |
| Placement | Interior |
| Site Type | College |
| Address | 18345 Campus Way NE Bothell, WA 98011 |
| Geo. Coordinates | 47.761143, -122.192165 |
| 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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