Artwork copyright Kelly Lyles. Photo courtesy of the artist.
Ham-ster, 1999
Kelly Lyles
(American, born 1957)
Location: Emerald Heights Elementary, Silverdale
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
Ham-ster is part of a series of humorous pun-inspired paintings of rodents by artist Kelly L. Lyles. This piece depicts a hamster perched atop a shrink-wrapped ham, and the frame is covered in fake fur to match the hamster's coat. Lyles states that the creation of this series provided an outlet for her sense of humor, and remind us that "laughter is a universal language that breaks down barriers and heals the spirit."
This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Central Kitsap School District.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Seattle-based artist Kelly Lyles paints, wears, and drives her art. She is well-known for her wildly themed "art cars" that are elaborately decorated with found objects and images. She creates her still-life and figurative paintings in a realistic style, and they often highlight humorous and witty stories.
ARTWORK DETAILS
| Material Category | Painting - paint on fabric |
| Medium | Acrylic paint on canvas |
| Dimensions | 20 in x 16 in |
| ID Number | WSAC2000.093.000 |
| Acquisition Method | Direct purchase |
| Artist Location | Washington, United States |
Location Information
| Agency | Central Kitsap School District |
| Artwork Location | Emerald Heights Elementary South stairwell |
| WA County | Kitsap |
| Placement | Interior |
| Site Type | Public School |
| Address | 1260 Pinnacle Ct NW Silverdale, WA 98383 |
| Geo. Coordinates | 47.674958, -122.665353 |
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