Meditation Shield, 1994

David Govedare
American (born 1950, died 2021)

Location: Clarkston Heights Elementary, Clarkston

About the Artwork

Meditation Shield is part of Northwest artist David Govedare's series of symbolic shields that use natural and geometric imagery to create visual narratives. He notes that these pieces “examine designs that reflect my investigation of the inner self. Shapes in art define meaning just like words convey meaning in language. The development of my art comes from man's ancient urge to document inspiration."

This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Clarkston School District.

About the Artist

Eastern Washington sculptor David Govedare (1950-2021) uses human and animal figures to create symbolic and visual narratives, mainly in metal. In his own words, "I build stuff from the experiences of life." Govedare is a non-Native artist.

Govedare grew up in California and first came to the Spokane area as a student, for an architecture internship during Expo ’74. He lived and worked in Chewelah, Northeastern Washington.

Material Category	Sculpture - coated metals
Medium	Synthetic granite paint on steel
Dimensions	46 in x 30 in x 1 1/2 in
ID Number	WSAC1994.070.000
Acquisition Method	Direct purchase
Artist Location	Washington, United States

Agency	Clarkston School District
Artwork Location	Clarkston Heights Elementary Main hall.
WA County	Asotin County
Placement	Interior
Site Type	Public School
Address	1917 4th Ave. Clarkston, WA 99403
Geo. Coordinates	46.39248, -117.078424
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Meditation Shield, 1994

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