Artwork copyright Crista Ames. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2023.
Artwork copyright Crista Ames. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2023.
Artwork copyright Crista Ames. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2023.
Artwork copyright Stephen Robison and Kathleen Guss. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2023.
Artwork copyright Crista Ames. John Furniss, Michael Naranjo, Stephen Robison and Kathleen Guss, and Crista Ames. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2023.
Artwork copyright Crista Ames. John Furniss, Michael Naranjo, Stephen Robison and Kathleen Guss, and Crista Ames. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2023.
Artwork copyright Crista Ames. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2023.
Lambs Head,
Crista Ames
(American, born 1986)
Location: Washington State School for the Blind, Vancouver
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
Lambs Head by Crista Ann Ames layers mythology, iconography, and personal stories.
This artwork is part of a curated collection by Gregg Schlanger in October 2023 for the Washington State School for the Blind in Vancouver. The local Art Selection Committee wanted artworks that anyone can approach and fully experience and understand via more than just sight. Gregg Schlanger selected artworks that are comfortable in the hand and have a tactile experience. This artwork is meant to be touched. It is installed in a large shadow box wall with ten spaces for ten accessible artworks.
This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Washington State School for the Blind.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Crista Ames is a sculptor who works mainly in ceramics and textiles. The combining of permanent and impermanent materials is related to her interest in memory, loss, and transformation. She notes, “Just as the act of remembering transforms an experience into something different, time degrades some elements and leaves others to endure.” Ames layers mythology, iconography and personal narrative, to explore how we establish and sustain relationships. She also explores pastoral life, animal husbandry, women’s craft and fertility.
ARTWORK DETAILS
| Medium | Ceramic stoneware |
| Dimensions | 6 1/4 in x 11 in x 5 1/2 in |
| ID Number | WSAC2021.016.002 |
| Acquisition Method | Curated Selection |
| Artist Location | Washington, United States |
Location Information
| Agency | Washington State School for the Blind |
| Artwork Location | Washington State School for the Blind LIFTT Residence, Niche wall between diningroom and study, Bottom niche, Right |
| WA County | Clark |
| Placement | Interior |
| Site Type | State Agency |
| Address | 2214 East 13th St. Vancouver, WA 98661 |
| Geo. Coordinates | 45.630629, -122.647631 |
| 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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