Artwork copyright Counsel Langley. Photo courtesy of the artist.
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Artwork copyright Counsel Langley. Photo courtesy of the artist, by Wiseknave, 2020.
Arcade, 2020
Counsel Langley
(Nationality not provided, born 1973)
Location: Salish Coast Elementary, Port Townsend
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
Salish Coast Elementary School in Port Townsend has four paintings that radiate positivity by artist Counsel Langley. She describes her paintings as being about “ZOOM in/ZOOM out” way of life. We zoom in on the things around us every day such as food, jokes, problems, weather, friends. And then we zoom out: ocean, volcanoes, solar system, molecules, the universe. And then we repeat it.
Langley combines loose painting techniques representing natural elements, with controlled lines, circles, and grids symbolizing the things we build. She uses a variety of materials on each artwork: paint, pencil drawings, glitter, collaged items and photos, and more.
Counsel Langley attended Salish Coast Elementary School, when it was called Grant Street School.
This artwork is part of a curated collection by Lele Barnett at Salish Coast Elementary School, on the Olympic Peninsula in Northwest Washington. The site is also a public library, YMCA, and an active town gathering place. The local art selection committee wanted the students and community to be excited about artists in and from their region. They also asked for fun and dramatic art that is colorful enough to brighten grey-sky days.
This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Port Townsend School District.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Alaska-based artist and educator Counsel Langley makes artworks using a variety of materials. She grew up in Port Townsend, Washington, and was influenced by its maritime history and the traditions and materials of its ship-builders and metal foundry workers. Outer space, rock-n-roll, and science fiction are among the references in her imagery.
Langley received a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Metals at Massachusetts College of Art and Design in Boston, Massachusetts.
ARTWORK DETAILS
| Medium | Acrylic paint, paper, sequins, ink, and glitter on canvas |
| Dimensions | 36 in x 36 in |
| ID Number | WSAC2020.003.004 |
| Acquisition Method | Curated Selection |
| Artist Location | Alaska, United States |
Location Information
| Agency | Port Townsend School District |
| Artwork Location | Salish Coast Elementary Building 2 lower level, Outside of gym entrance and near stairwell |
| WA County | Jefferson |
| Placement | Interior |
| Site Type | Public School |
| Address | 1637 Grant Street Port Townsend, WA 98368 |
| Geo. Coordinates | 48.112948, -122.792488 |
| 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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