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Artwork copyright Macduff Everton. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission.
Recess, 1978
Macduff Everton
(American, born 1947)
Location: Washington State Arts Commission, Olympia
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
Recess is a textile artwork created by artist Macduff Everton. He created the composition using tightly packed rows of colorful yarn. The abstracted scene features children playing at recess in a schoolyard.
This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Central Kitsap School District.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Santa Barbara, California-based artist Macduff Everton creates fine art and documentary photographs, as well as fiber-based artworks. His portraits and landscape images are inspired by his world travels. He is a contributing editor at National Geographic Traveler. He received Bachelor of Arts and Master of Fine Arts degrees from the University of California, Santa Barbara.
ARTWORK DETAILS
| Medium | Yarn on plywood |
| Dimensions | 24 3/8 in x 44 3/16 in x 1 3/8 in |
| ID Number | WSAC1978.013.000 |
| Acquisition Method | Site responsive commission |
| Artist Location | California, United States |
Location Information
| Agency | Washington State Arts Commission |
| Artwork Location | Washington State Arts Commission Not on display. At ArtsWA pending conservation, framing, re-siting, or return to site. |
| WA County | Thurston |
| Placement | Interior |
| Site Type | State Agency |
| Address | 711 Capitol Way S., Suite 600 Olympia, WA 98504 |
| Geo. Coordinates | 47.041975, -122.901474 |
| Before Visiting | Some artworks may be located in areas not accessible to the general public (especially in K-12 public schools). Consider contacting the site prior to a visit to ensure access. |
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