Fountainhead III, 1994

Carolyn Krieg
(American, born 1953)

Location: Clarkston Heights Elementary, Clarkston

ABOUT THE ARTWORK

Fountainhead III is part of artist Carolyn Krieg's 'Relics' series of unique manipulated photographs. This series is based on film the artist took while traveling in Italy and France in 1992. The imagery captures sculpture, frescoes, and mosaics that depict Greek, Roman, and African myths and culture. She notes, "The pieces are about the nether world, about understanding the subliminal, about carrying fragments of memory into the present... Reinterpreting/translating ancient, timeless imagery with high technology adds a cryptic dimension."

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

ABOUT THE ARTIST

Interested in psyche and spirit, artist Carolyn Krieg draws her subject matter from literature, memory and dreams. Her works are composed by manipulating photo negatives and Polaroid instant film with painted and printed layers. Her world travels influence her art.

Krieg studied at the University of Washington in Seattle and at Marylhurst College in Oregon. She received a Bachelor of Arts degree in French from the University of California, Santa Barbara.

ARTWORK DETAILS
Material CategoryWork on paper - photograph
MediumIncorporated color coupler print
Dimensions30 in x 40 in
ID NumberWSAC1994.090.000
Acquisition MethodDirect purchase
Artist LocationWashington, United States
Location Information
AgencyClarkston School District
Artwork LocationClarkston Heights Elementary
Main hall
WA CountyAsotin
PlacementInterior
Site TypePublic School
Address1917 4th Ave
Clarkston, WA 99403
Geo. Coordinates46.39248, -117.078424
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