Artwork copyright Buster Simpson. Photo courtesy of the artist, 2001.

Artwork copyright Buster Simpson. Photo courtesy of the Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art at Washington State University.

Artwork copyright Buster Simpson. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2017.

Artwork copyright Buster Simpson. Artwork with student interaction. Photo by Zachary Adam Mazur, courtesy of Washington State University.

Artwork copyright Buster Simpson. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2017.

Artwork copyright Buster Simpson. Photo courtesy of the artist, 2001.

Artwork copyright Buster Simpson. Photo courtesy of the artist, 2001.

Artwork copyright Buster Simpson. Photo courtesy of the artist, 2001.

Artwork copyright Buster Simpson. Photo courtesy of the artist, 2001.

Artwork copyright Buster Simpson. Artwork with student interaction. Photo by Zachary Adam Mazur, courtesy of Washington State University.

Artwork copyright Buster Simpson. Photo courtesy of the artist, 2001.

Portal, 2001

Buster Simpson
(American, born 1942)

Location: Washington State University, Pullman

ABOUT THE ARTWORK

Portal is a multi-element sculptural installation created by artist Buster Simpson for the Fine Arts Plaza at Washington State University. Each component provides a unique platform and space for the fine arts community to create and display temporary artworks. Students can use basalt plinths and galvanized pallets to display sculptures and small objects. Billboard lighting borders a slate wall, providing a blank surface for chalk drawings. Behind the wall, students can use a glowing blue light box to project or illuminate digital images and transparencies. Simpson describes each element as a "portal for expression."

This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Washington State University.

ABOUT THE ARTIST

Seattle-based artist Buster Simpson creates conceptual sculptures and public art installations with an emphasis on our relationship to urban growth, the structure of our communities, and our interaction with the environment.