Artwork copyright Ries Niemi. Photo courtesy of the artist.
Artwork copyright Ries Niemi. Photo courtesy of the artist.
Artwork copyright Ries Niemi. Photo courtesy of the artist, by SZ Nash.
Artwork copyright Ries Niemi. Photo courtesy of the artist.
Artwork copyright Ries Niemi. Photo courtesy of the artist.
Artwork copyright Ries Niemi. Photo courtesy of the artist.
Cairns, 2014
Ries Niemi
(American, born 1955)
Location: Oak Harbor High School, Oak Harbor
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
Two stainless steel cairns by Ries Niemi mark the main and auditorium entrances of Oak Harbor High School. "Like a line drawing in space," these skeletal structures represent a transparent and ephemeral version of piled beach rocks.
This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Oak Harbor School District.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Artist and craftsman Ries Niemi creates sculptures and public installations using industrial fabrication techniques and industrial materials such as metal, wood, and plastics. He lives and works in the small town of Bow, Northwestern Washington.
ARTWORK DETAILS
| Material Category | Sculpture - other metals |
| Medium | Stainless steel |
| Dimensions | 12 ft x 4 ft 6 in x 4 ft 6 in |
| ID Number | WSAC2013.005.00A-B |
| Acquisition Method | Site responsive commission |
| Artist Location | Washington, United States |
Location Information
| Agency | Oak Harbor School District |
| Artwork Location | Oak Harbor High School In front of main entrance and auditorium entrance |
| WA County | Island |
| Placement | Exterior |
| Site Type | Public School |
| Address | 1 Wildcat Way Oak Harbor, WA 98277 |
| Geo. Coordinates | 48.300818, -122.668668 |
| 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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