Wind Witches, 2020

Brian Borrello
(American, born 1958)

Location: Big Bend Community College, Moses Lake

ABOUT THE ARTWORK

The rounded twisting shapes of Wind Witches by Brian Borrello are inspired by the logarithmic spiraling within desert plants. The two sculptures are also an expression of the order and symmetry found in nature. The weaving traditions of this area’s Indigenous peoples are also loosely reflected in the artwork forms.

This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Big Bend Community College.

ABOUT THE ARTIST

Brian Borrello is an artist, designer, and educator based in Portland, Oregon. He is interested in creating an awareness of human life in balance with other life forms and our shared environment. His artworks often magnify and express growth patterns and biological organization. In his own words, “The hidden algorithms of life’s patterns are revealed in a twig, or the solar-optimized silhouette of a leaf… My work expresses the awesome presence of life on earth, especially in the minute and often overlooked existences among us.”

Borrello grew up in New Orleans, Louisiana. He earned a Master of Fine Arts degree from Arizona State University, with post-graduate work in architectural engineering.

ARTWORK DETAILS

Medium	Stainless steel
Dimensions	Two parts: 18 ft x 17 ft and 13 ft 6 in x 12 ft 10 in
ID Number	WSAC2019.026.00A-B
Acquisition Method	Site responsive commission
Artist Location	Oregon, United States

Location Information

Agency	Big Bend Community College
Artwork Location	Big Bend Community College Professional technical education center
WA County	Grant
Placement	Exterior
Site Type	College
Address	7662 Chanute St. NE Moses Lake, WA 98837
Geo. Coordinates	47.185244, -119.323670
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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Video: "Wind Witches" by Brian Borrello, 2020 (video by Yakima Valley Photography)

Wind Witches, 2020

Brian Borrello (American, born 1958)

Location: Big Bend Community College, Moses Lake

ARTWORK DETAILS

Location Information

Lesson Plans and Documents

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