Artwork copyright Ed Kroupa. Photo courtesy of the artist, 2018.

Artwork copyright Ed Kroupa. Photo courtesy of the artist, 2018.

Artwork copyright Ed Kroupa. Photo courtesy of the artist, 2018.

Artwork copyright Ed Kroupa. Photo courtesy of the artist, 2018 (detail).

Artwork copyright Ed Kroupa. Photo courtesy of the artist, 2018 (detail).

Artwork copyright Ed Kroupa. Photo courtesy of the artist, 2018.

Artwork copyright Ed Kroupa. Photo courtesy of the artist, 2018.

Artwork copyright Ed Kroupa. Photo courtesy of the artist, 2018 (detail).

Artwork copyright Ed Kroupa. Photo courtesy of the artist, 2019 (detail).

Artwork copyright Ed Kroupa. Photo courtesy of the artist, 2019 (detail).

Artwork copyright Ed Kroupa. Photo courtesy of the artist, 2018 (detail).

Artwork copyright Ed Kroupa. Artwork in winter. Photo courtesy of the artist, 2019.

Artwork copyright Ed Kroupa. Artwork in winter. Photo courtesy of the artist, 2019 (detail).

Endless Exploration, 2018

Ed Kroupa
(American, born 1965)

Location: Mullan Road Elementary School, Spokane

ABOUT THE ARTWORK

Endless Exploration are a group of cast bronze sculptures created by artist Ed Kroupa for Mullan Road Elementary. At first glance, they appear as rock formations. Up close, you can find images of plants and animals native to the Spokane region. The artist notes that the sculptures show "the hidden wonders one might see when exploring the Spokane countryside. The sensory experience of the artwork is meant to encourage exploration and inspire a lifetime of learning about the natural world."

This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Spokane Public Schools.

ABOUT THE ARTIST

Tacoma-based artist Ed Kroupa creates sculptures and architectural elements for public spaces. A foundry artisan and master mold-maker, he is the owner of Two Ravens Studio and Art Foundry in Tacoma, Western Washington, where he designs and fabricates solo and collaborative artworks.