Lithia Park, 1995

William Winden
(American, born 1931, died 2009)

Location: Housel Middle School, Prosser

ABOUT THE ARTWORK

Artist William Winden's vivid painting Lithia Park captures the beauty of the northwest landscape. This piece is part of a body of watercolors that explore the forms, colors and textures of nature. Winden noted that his creative process is influenced by music. He hoped his work "suggests elemental human qualities and emotions of the kind which might also be communicated through music and literature."

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

ABOUT THE ARTIST

Northwest artist William Winden (1931-2009) created expressive landscape paintings and prints. Winden grew up in Tacoma in Western Washington, swimming and boating on Puget Sound, and hiking in Washington state's woods and mountains, eventually climbing to the summit of Mount Rainier. He believed that “stories are told by music and art, often in a way of which words are incapable.” His artworks communicate the beauty, strength, and fragility of the natural world.

ARTWORK DETAILS
MediumWatercolor painting
Dimensions11 in x 15 in
ID NumberWSAC1996.301.000
Acquisition MethodDirect purchase
Artist LocationWashington, United States
Location Information
AgencyProsser School District
Artwork LocationHousel Middle School
Temporarily not on display.
WA CountyBenton
PlacementInterior
Site TypePublic School
Address2001 Highland Dr.
Prosser, WA 99350
Geo. Coordinates46.208903, -119.753129
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