Artwork copyright Mauricio Robalino. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2021.
Tree, 1992
Mauricio Robalino
American Ecuadorian (born 1953)
Location: Green Hill School, Chehalis
About the Artwork
Tree is a painting by artist Mauricio Robalino. He notes "I use bold, spontaneous lines to give birth to fantastic beings who live in a world of whimsy and vibrant color." Robalino also made the unusual frame to complement this artwork.
Fun fact: Mauricio Robalino used puffy paint in this artwork! Puffy paint is a type of paint that actually puffs up slightly, creating a three-dimensional effect.
This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Department of Children, Youth, and Families.
About the Artist
Mauricio Robalino creates colorful and whimsical artworks using a variety of materials, especially mosaics. His artworks are inspired by multicultural artistic traditions. In his own words, "My art is a celebration of life, nature, and hope."Robalino was born and grew up in Ecuador. He earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from the San Francisco Art Institute in 1983 and a Master of Fine Arts degree from the University of California at Santa Barbara in 1988. He is based in Tacoma, Western Washington.
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